Leadership Redefined: Lessons from Cleo Abram’s Bold Journey

Why Great Things Can't Be Rushed

For close to a year I've been quietly building The Curious and Creative — and in this episode I'm pulling back the curtain on everything that happens backstage that you never see: the experiments with format and cadence, the rabbit holes of mics and software and "file_final_final_final," and the unglamorous truth I keep relearning — great things can't be rushed. Borrowing the data–information–knowledge–wisdom model from my master's thesis (with a detour through Henry Ford and my Stockholm garden), I make the case for craft over speed in an age obsessed with faster and cheaper. And I share where the show is headed: one carefully made episode a month, real conversations with guests instead of rigid interviews, all anchored in one belief — that everything around us is designed, whether we notice it or not. Less, but better.

Stuck in Corporate? How to Quit Without Feeling Reckless or Trapped

What if I told you that quitting your corporate job doesn’t have to be a leap of faith, but a calculated step toward freedom? In this episode of The Curious and Creative, I share the raw, unfiltered reality of working in corporate environments, the burnout, the frustration, and the feeling of being stuck in a system that wasn’t built for you. But here’s the thing: quitting doesn’t have to be a desperate escape. I break down how I prepared financially and mentally to take the leap intentionally, so I could transition into entrepreneurship with confidence, not fear. If you’ve ever felt trapped in your career but didn’t know how to leave without falling apart, this episode is for you. I’m also building a program to help women in corporate navigate this exact journey—because no one should have to choose between stability and fulfillment. Tune in for a mix of personal storytelling, hard truths, and actionable advice on reclaiming your agency.

Innovation is not a PowerPoint and why you need to start prototyping today

In this episode of The Curious and Creative, I start with a lighthearted story about family complexity to set the tone, but the real focus is on the lessons from my master’s thesis. I talk about how companies often treat innovation as a futuristic concept, leaving ideas trapped in slides instead of turning them into tangible prototypes. Using real-world examples, I explain why prototyping is essential in a fast-moving digital world and how companies can productize their knowledge to create new revenue streams and make their brand more approachable. This is a call to action for anyone sitting on big ideas: If you don’t start prototyping, you risk becoming irrelevant. Tune in for a mix of personal reflection, strategic insights, and practical advice on making innovation real. Link to my Master Thesis:https://repository.tudelft.nl/record/uuid:41458127-9bf3-44f3-9334-56cbb26a4750 Links to the different prototypes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tDuNp5V71o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3y1nLYbuhOM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BC51jzmQAgo

Leadership Redefined: Lessons from Cleo Abram’s Bold Journey

In this episode of The Curious and Creative, I reflect on the inspiring journey of Cleo Abram, a former Vox journalist turned independent media creator. Cleo’s transition from traditional media to launching her own YouTube channel, Huge If True, offers a masterclass in redefining leadership—ambitious yet grounded, visionary yet actionable. Join me as I explore why Cleo’s approach resonates so deeply: her ability to balance long-term goals with everyday decisions, inspire her team, and model the kind of leadership we should expect—one that’s authentic, inclusive, and unapologetically bold. This is a conversation for anyone who’s ever wondered what it means to lead with intention, whether in business, creativity, or life. Tune in for a dose of curiosity, reflection, and a call to embrace the kind of leadership that moves us all forward.

From Corporate to Creator: The Unfiltered Truth of Months 0 to 3 (Part 2)

In this raw, unfiltered episode of The Curious and Creative, I continue pulling back the curtain on my journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship—this time, diving into the pivot that defined my first three months. No glossy success stories here, just the real, messy truth about what it means to adapt, experiment, and redefine your path. I share the lessons from my early missteps (like the free strategy sessions that no one booked), the freedom of designing my own days, and why I’m more convinced than ever that we need more women in business. From embracing imperfection to fueling my vision for a woman-centric entrepreneurial world, this episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered what it really takes to build something new. Tune in for a conversation that’s honest, hopeful, and grounded in the lessons only experience can teach.