Mamma Africa Educast

Coaching Senior Leaders in Turbulent Times

Series 4: Dot-to-Dot | Episode 20 | Rose Cartolari shares her journey from a corporate career to becoming a leadership coach, emphasizing the importance of soft skills and emotional intelligence in today's turbulent business environment. She discusses the evolving landscape of leadership development in Europe, the significance of personal branding, and the role of resilience in leadership. Cartolari also highlights the need for leaders to adapt and the importance of self-leadership for impactful change. Key Takeaways: - Resilience means bouncing forward, not just back. - Personal branding is crucial for effective leadership. - Leadership development requires ongoing effort and reflection. © The English Square [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/] Join the Adventure [https://www.launchafrica.vc/] Anti Modern Slavery Statement [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/ikhaya]

Simulations over AI for Competitive Strategy

Series 4: Dot-to-Dot | Episode 19 | Founder of Advanced Competitive Strategies and creator of the Top Pricer Tournament Mark Chussil discusses the evolving landscape of competitive strategy, emphasizing the limitations of artificial intelligence in this domain. He highlights the importance of simulations and business war games in exploring strategic options. Through a case study of Shell, he illustrates how strategic decisions can have significant implications. The discussion also touches on the complexities of leadership, the definition of smart strategies, and personal insights gained from his experiences in the field. © The English Square [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/] Join the Adventure [https://www.launchafrica.vc/] Anti Modern Slavery Statement [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/ikhaya]

Multi-hyphenates Connecting Culture

Series 4: Dot-to-Dot | Episode 18 | Shark Tank judge, board member of The Estée Lauder Companies and Abercrombie & Fitch Co., brand and marketing advisor, music collector and nightclub owner Arturo Nuñez discusses the significance of nurturing ideas, the multi-hyphenate identity, and the importance of relationships in creating opportunities. He emphasizes storytelling in marketing, the role of culture in leaving a legacy, and the distinction between governance and management in board roles. Arturo also highlights the need for authenticity in branding, the impact of the creator economy, and the importance of structuring time effectively for multiple projects. He shares insights on mentorship in startups, the mindset shift required for executives, and the role of self-belief in achieving success. Finally, he introduces his upcoming book, The Culture Compass, which aims to guide readers in navigating corporate America. With decades of corporate leadership as a marketing executive at Apple, Nike, PepsiCo, and the NBA, Arturo is one the of leading voices on branding in corporate America and was named by Advertising Week as one of the most influential global marketing leaders. © The English Square [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/] Join the Adventure [https://www.launchafrica.vc/] Anti Modern Slavery Statement [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/ikhaya]

Community Wolf for Combating Crime

Series 4: Dot-to-Dot | Episode 17 | Co-founder of Community Wolf, Nick Mills discusses the innovative approach to public safety in South Africa through the use of technology, particularly WhatsApp. He shares the origin story of Community Wolf, the challenges faced in crime reporting, and the importance of community engagement. The discussion also highlights the role of AI in enhancing public safety, the business model of Community Wolf, and aspirations for future growth and positive safety outcomes. © The English Square [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/] Join the Adventure [https://www.launchafrica.vc/] Anti Modern Slavery Statement [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/ikhaya]

How AI Can Enhance Emotional Intelligence

Series 4: Dot-to-Dot | Episode 16 | In this conversation, Drew D'Agostino, founder and CEO of Crystal Knows, discusses the evolution of the software as a service industry, his personal journey in tech, and the impact of AI on personality analysis. He emphasizes the importance of understanding personality in business communication and the ethical considerations of data management. Drew also shares insights on the future of SaaS in an AI-driven world and introduces his new product, Premeeting, designed to enhance meeting preparation through personality insights. © The English Square [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/] Join the Adventure [https://www.launchafrica.vc/] Anti Modern Slavery Statement [https://www.theenglishsquare.com/ikhaya]