Impact Investing is scaling up - and it’s happening faster than most people think. In this clip from my conversation with Upkar Arora, FCPA, FCA, ICD.D, CEO of Rally Assets we talk about how the impact space is evolving from niche to mainstream, and how Rally is leading that shift with discipline, purpose and scale. We also reflect on the strategy work we did together - bridging purpose and performance in a way that truly moves the market forward. 🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gieuMHfU 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/grhVXPFA If you are in the Wealth or Asset Management space and looking to push your vision or execute on growth, we should talk. #EpokInsider #ImpactInvesting #WealthManagement #Leadership #Strategy #EpokAdvice #RallyAssets

Ever been held up at gun point in the street? I've certainly not, but this is what happened to Simon Gerstler as a young salesman walking through the streets of Paris! It was just one of the stories Simon shared when we sat down to talk through his career and professional journey on the Talk with the Scot - The Leadership & Management Platform podast. It could've broken him and forced him back into his former world of Tax Accountancy, but instead, he used the experience to become stronger, more resilient, more determined and more successful. These are all strengths need when cultivating a successful career path. To watch the full episode, link is in the comments.

Australia doesn’t need to be the biggest market — just the right one. Stable governance. Predictable regulation. Steady economy. It’s a place where growth isn’t rushed — it’s earned. As Peter Scrine from Crescent Capital Partners shared, the Australian marketplace remains one of the most favorable in the world for building and scaling great companies — not because it’s easy, but because it rewards businesses built with purpose and resilience. 🎧 Listen to Episode 3 — link in bio #TheMAABlueprint #BusinessPodcast #PrivateEquity #AustralianBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #Leadership #NickStehr

In Special Forces, success often depends on what you hear, not what you say. 🎧 In this clip, Scott Neil explains how the same listening and curiosity that kept him alive in combat now drives him as a business leader and entrepreneur.📈 “The skill of the master is being the active listener. All things you want to know can come from the right person, you just have to ask.” 🎙️ Listen to the full episode of Data Center Revolution: “Understanding Bourbon with Scotty Neil.” 🎥 YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q03SSvWv0 🎧 Spotify: https://hubs.ly/Q03SSsxb0 🍎 Apple: https://hubs.ly/Q03SSt6p0 #Leadership #ActiveListening #VeteranOwned #DataCenterRevolution #Mindset

Feeling stuck in the time-for-money trap? This episode might just change everything. Discover the secret question that top attorneys use to evaluate investments. It's like uncovering the hidden part of the iceberg—revealing what's truly at stake in any project. This could be the key to reshaping your future and making smarter decisions. #investment #finance #strategy #leadership #decisionmaking

Something real, something honest and something you definitely don’t want to miss! 💬 I recently went behind the scenes with The Get Real Talk Show to dive into an open and empowering conversation about purpose, growth, and financial well-being in today’s fast-paced world. 💡 From navigating everyday challenges to finding balance and building financial confidence, this conversation is all about keeping it real and relatable. 🎥 The full video is coming soon — stay tuned! #JenniferReddy #BehindTheScenes #FinancialWellbeing #Authenticity #Leadership #ComingSoon #TheGetRealShow #CEOoftheYear #MorarInc

“You want to be liked. You want to get the deal done. But your job is to speak the truth, even if it’s unpopular.” – Thomas Hooks In this clip, Thomas Hooks breaks down one of the toughest dynamics in M&A and leadership: having the courage to deliver hard truths without derailing the deal or your relationships. Whether serving as in house counsel or as a local city councilman, Thomas explains why honesty, clarity, and early feedback are key to avoiding unnecessary pain later. Key takeaways: - Why stringing people along is worse than telling them “no” - How giving people a quick answer even if it’s bad respects their time - The importance of shedding the need to be liked in favor of being trusted This is a critical reminder for dealmakers, advisors, and leaders alike: clarity is kindness, even when the answer is hard. 🎧 Watch the clip → https://lnkd.in/e8sD9Xb5 #TheDealPodcast #ThomasHooks #DealMaking #HonestLeadership #InHouseCounsel #MergersAndAcquisitions Joshua Wilson

The most dangerous word for a founder isn't "no." It's "busy." I used to take pride in how many plates I could spin at once. Marketing, sales, admin, support, I was the star of my own exhausting circus. Then a mentor asked me: "When do you stop performing and start building the stage?" It hit me. I was a performer, not an architect. The Plate Spinning Paradox: The better you are at spinning plates, the longer you remain a one-person show. True scaling happens when you stop performing and start building a stage for others to perform on. This is the shift from Operator to CEO: 1. Operator Mindset: "How can I get this done?" 2. CEO Mindset: "What system can I build so this gets done without me?" Your goal isn't to be the most versatile performer. It's to be the visionary who designs the stage, hires the cast, and directs the show. Are you building a stage, or are you still spinning plates? 💬 #FounderMindset #ScaleUp #BusinessStrategy #Leadership

Ever met a leader who turns growth into a mindset - not just a metric? ⚡ Meet Ricky Navar, President of Peak Performance Partners, and a powerhouse who’s spent his career helping leaders and businesses unlock their full potential. 🌟 From running small family businesses in El Paso to leading multi-million-dollar sales teams and earning five consecutive Presenter of the Year awards, Ricky’s journey is proof that leadership isn’t about titles - it’s about impact, consistency, and heart. 💼 We asked him: What does it really take to build high-performing teams and a culture of growth that lasts? His insights hit home: ➡ Lead with energy and empathy. ➡ Build people first - performance follows. ➡ Turn challenges into learning moments. ➡ Success is never solo - it’s always shared. This is just a glimpse of Ricky’s incredible story. You’ll want to hear the rest. 🎧 Full episode drops on 13th November 2025! Get ready for a dose of motivation, mindset, and mastery from a leader who’s lived every phase of success firsthand. ➡ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dr4j63fx ➡ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gr8J7pVg

I was listening to an episode of Reid Hoffman's Possible podcast where he shared an interesting approach to building trust with entrepreneurs. When he meets with them, he's fully transparent from the start: "Here is where my interests are in this stuff. And here's the advice I'm giving you that's in my interest, here's the advice I'd give you that's outside my interests, here's the advice I'd give you as part of our partnering interest." Navigating alignment with stakeholders is not about pretending all interests are perfectly aligned — it's about putting them on the table early so that collaboration can start from a place of transparency. That's a mindset leaders should bring to every major initiative. In complex, matrixed organizations, competing incentives aren't signs of dysfunction — they're the reality of scale. The difference between progress and paralysis often comes down to how openly we manage those misalignments. Years ago, when I was at Mastercard in Spain, I pitched a co-brand card to ING Bank tied to their new F1 sponsorship with Fernando Alonso. Halfway through the meeting, it was clear the idea wasn't resonating. So I stopped mid-pitch and said, "I see you're not interested in this, so let's save everyone's time and move on with our schedules." They were surprised, but also relieved. The pitch went nowhere, but the relationship grew stronger. Because candor signals respect, it tells your stakeholders that your goal isn't to win this deal, but to build a partnership that creates value over time. Trust, at the executive level, isn't about being agreeable. It's about creating the conditions for alignment by being explicit about where it exists and where it doesn't, so that decisions can move forward with speed and integrity. #Leadership #StakeholderManagement #StrategicAlignment #AuthenticLeadership