Sri takes the show to Oslo, Norway 🇳🇴, where he and Rachel Wilson Rugelsjøen talk all things culture and leadership through the lens of Human Resources. 

🙉 They have the realest debate on psychological safety you'll find anywhere. 

Plus everyone's favorite topic: cold plunges 🥶

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Rachel is the founder and managing director of LevelUp HR, which "help[s] global corporates, SME’s and scale-up’s achieve, through your most valuable asset - your people."

Her experience spans over 20 years leading human capital at top-tier companies like Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, the Norwegian Oil Fund, Cognizant, and Barclays Capital — where she and Sri overlapped without knowing it! 

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highlights

"The leadership game has changed."

• How founders can build an effective culture
• Role of values in leadership
• Amazon's leadership principles
• Ownership and accountability
• Norwegian vs. UK vs. American perspectives on ownership
• Human nature and leadership challenges
• The evolution of leadership through history
• How to navigate instability 
• Nuances of team dynamics
• Cold showers and dopamine regulation
• Psychological safety: just a buzzword? 
• Trust as the foundation 

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"Your work does not have a voice. You have to share what you're doing." —Jill Avey

Get the results you deserve — not the ones you hope for. Sri and Jill Avey discuss how to lead in complex corporate environments -- in ways that are authentic, moral, yet tangibly rewarding. 

Topics: 

• How to self-promote (in a non-cringy way 😬)
• Gender differences in leadership
• Positive intelligence theory 
• Navigating office politics 
• Networking productively
• How to build confidence
• 'Mental saboteurs' that hinder your progress

Jill is a successful corporate marketing executive formerly at Timberland and Propet USA. She has an MBA from Columbia Business School and is the founder of SisterSmart, which aims to help women succeed in attaining the executive positions they deserve.  

Find Jill here: 

• https://sistersmart.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillavey/

keywords: leadership, women in leadership, workplace relationships, radical candor, self-promotion, career development, communication skills, networking, personal branding, professional growth, leadership, courage, fear, positive intelligence, saboteurs, gender differences, women in leadership, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, collaboration

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Sri and Brandon Jenkins do a Round 2. This time they discuss the role of a leader when it comes to delivering quality. 

And Sri has a household mishap. 

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Sri and Brandon Jenkins talk about optimizing your mind as a leader -- as well as finding systems that work for you (not the other way around). 

Brandon "Jenks" Jenkins is a former Navy helicopter pilot and squadron commander. He founded Tier One coaching, which helps growth-minded leaders to align purpose with impact so they lead with confidence and elevate their teams. 

Jenks is a Naval Academy grad and has an MBA from the University of Florida. 

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Michael Kainatsky shares how to build REAL relationships and recognition in a crowded world full of useless content. Sri and Michael's discussion includes:  

• Challenging the conventional approach to social media 
• Genuine interactions over vanity metrics
• How to provoke real thought and engagement 
• The lurker effect 
• Combating content-creation procrastination
• What a personal brand really is
• How to start posting
• How a give-first mindset fosters genuine relationships

Michael is a 20+-year sales professional and Chief Strategy Officer at House of Bricks. Reach out to Michael on LinkedIn. 

keywords
social media, LinkedIn, authenticity, engagement, content creation, metrics, personal reflection, humor, seasons, mood, LinkedIn, mindfulness, human connection, personal branding, authenticity, social media impact, overcoming barriers, content creation, sales strategies, personal growth

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"The endocannabinoid system regulates all these other systems."  -Will Kleidon

Sri learns *all* about CBD from futurist and entrepreneur Will Kleidon (LinkedIn). 

Will is the founder and CEO of Ojai Energetics, the first company to create organic, water-soluble CBD, which also has third-party testing that is traceable to the lot on your product. 

Will goes deep into the science of CBD in terms of human benefits, affects on pets, and safe manufacturing. He and Sri cover uses for: 

• PTSD
• better sleep
• peak performance

They also cover: 

• the best recipe for flow states (caffeine + CBD)
• what the endocannabinoid system (ECS) is and how it works
• the neuroscience of CBD
• reduction of inflammation
• quantum biology
• Rhabdomyolysis (Rabdo)
• early agriculture
• how all vertebrates have an ECS

Check out the research for yourself on Pubmed. 

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cannabinoids, CBD, THC, health, recovery, exercise, inflammation, wellness, endocannabinoid system, quantum biology, flow state, PTSD, neuroscience, neurodiversity, health benefits, serum, stress response

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Sri discusses the self-discovery journey with Brian Lafontaine (imdb | website | LinkedIn | Instagram). Brian is a professional actor whose long career has included roles in: 

• Ozark
• Stranger Things 
• Dawson's Creek 
• One Tree Hill
• Homeland 
• Nashville
• TURN: Washington's Spies
• The Hate U Give
• Outer Banks

Brian coaches high achievers in public speaking. Brian shares his life and career lessons through the (harsh) lens of entertainment. 

• Work habits 
• Building confidence
• The value of vulnerability
• Setting career boundaries
• How Brian overcame self-doubt 
• How to balance two jobs/businesses 
• Brian's battles with procrastination (and how to solve it) 

Brian's 1-Liners of Gold

• "I know all the tricks, man."
• "I'm a grand wizard of procrastination."
• "Preparation is key in this business."
• "Fear of failure, fear of success."
• "I'm a person, I'm a human."
• "You didn't get here by mistake."
• "You keep it inside for a reason."

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voiceover, public speaking, acting career, performance, boundaries, work habits, procrastination, coaching, storytelling, entertainment industry, acting, procrastination, self-doubt, entertainment industry, confidence, risk-taking, personal growth, public speaking, vulnerability, career advice

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Sri talks with career U.S. Army officer Chris Rogers about his 5 Disciplines of Leadership. Think of Chris as the James Clear of leadership.  

Chris is an instructor for Simon Sinek Inc. and also runs his own consultancy. Chris didn't just lead in the Army over 30 years, he taught other officers how to lead, strategize, and execute. So his expertise is unparalleled.  

Chris also talks about:

• His transition from the military to the private sector
• Strategic vs. operational leadership 
• Managing emotions as a leader
• Communication skills
• Active listening
• Building habits
• Influence

Reach out to Chris: [email protected]

FREE DOWNLOAD: A summary of Chris' 5 Disciplines model is available on The Warrior Poet website here (no email required).

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Takeaways

• Leadership is a journey, not a destination.
• Active listening is one of the hardest skills for leaders.
• Emotions are natural, but how we respond is key.
• Effective communication is essential for influence.
• Continuous learning is crucial for leadership development.
• Thoughtful reflection helps improve the quality of ideas.
• Building time into your calendar for reflection is vital.
• The five disciplines of leadership can enhance effectiveness.
• Creating a culture of initiative empowers team members.
• Understanding different perspectives broadens problem-solving capabilities.

leadership, healthcare, military transition, five disciplines, emotional intelligence, active listening, effective communication, continuous learning, thoughtful reflection, personal development, veteran

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Sri talks with Jordan Paris, real estate entrepreneur, CEO of Zeus, and host of The Jordan Paris Show. 

They talk about how to get real with yourself in order to get unstuck and live your best life. 

Plus, Jordan walks through his real estate investing strategy. 

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"Meditation saved my life."
    --Jon Macaskill

Sri talks with former Navy SEAL commander and leadership speaker Jon Macaskill. Jon is also host of the podcast Men Talking Mindfulness. 

They discuss: 

• How to recharge to prevent burnout
• The role of people-pleasing in burnout and anxiety
• Stress reduction
• How to begin meditating 
• Leadership lessons through sports
• Trust and delegation 
• How to find purpose 
• Gratitude as a superpower

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