“Really be fearless from the start” - Samantha Lomow 

Samantha Lomow is the president of branded entertainment at Hasbro, the global play and entertainment company. She is currently responsible for leading popular brands such as The Transformers and My Little Pony, beloved by kids and parents alike. In this episode she talks about the importance of early risk taking and how she creates value for herself at work and at home. She also shares her view on the future of work in the light of the pandemic. 

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Topics discussed in this episode:

(How to) excel in your corporate career  

• I've always been a listener, and that has definitely served me well.
• Take risks early, and really be fearless from the start.
• I got to be involved in everything from T-shirts to theme parks.

The Future of Work 

• There's never been a more opportune time for women leaders to bring innovation and creativity to the table. 
• We (as women) often don't recognize the strengths in ourselves.
• Think about taking on a bigger role for broader exposure, through a board seat.

The Future of Entertainment 

• I think people will continue to platform surf, there's gonna be a lot less loyalty there. 
• The trend of family viewing is going to continue and grow even stronger.

Resources Mentioned 

Hasbro (link)
The Autobiography of Malcolm X (link)
How I Built This with Guy Raz (link)
Ted Radio Hour with Manoush Zomorodi (link)
Sway with Kara Swisher (link)
The Biggest Bluff by Maria Konnikova (link)
The Ride of a Lifetime by Bob Iger (link)
Circe and Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller (link)