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gguttalks is about the business of business where we discuss the theory of trusting your ggutt as a competitive advantage; which is also a huge factor in decision-making that determines the future of an organisation around people, planet and profit, the new CSR (corporate social responsibility), and customer or people’s experience. Weekly conversations about building, pivoting, growing or spinning off businesses for greater impact with amazing entrepreneurs, industry leaders and investors.

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    From Aid to Trade. Transforming Agriculture in Papua New Guinea

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 98:48


    Rona Conn, founder of Otherdots, is transforming Pacific agriculture and trade by connecting Indigenous producers to global markets.Rona's story is deeply personal. She comes from a legacy of agricultural and community empowerment in Papua New Guinea, and she's carried that forward—building sustainable businesses, focusing on trade-led economic growth over traditional aid.She's bridging food security and economic gaps, joined by alliance partners creating a win-win for all, which means community-driven solutions to empower thousands of families. A solution that can be scaled which is the next step. She built all this with no investment, no debt and almost no tech.Live episode on youtubeContact Rhona:Rhona on LinkedinOtherdots websiteMariaLinkedin: https://go.ggutt.com/maria-linkedinTikTok: go.ggutt.com/tiktokYouTube: http://go.ggutt.com/videosTakeaways:* Rhona Conn's journey is rooted in her legacy of agriculture and community empowerment.* Milne Bay Organics was created to utilize unused fertile land in Papua New Guinea.* The importance of educating farmers about the value of their resources.* Community collaboration is essential for economic growth and sustainability.* The shift from aid to trade requires a change in mindset among local communities.* Building alliances among local producers can lead to shared success.* Technology can play a crucial role in enhancing agricultural practices.* The need for traceability in food production to ensure fair pricing.* Rhona's approach emphasizes the importance of community trust and relationships.* The journey of transforming local economies is a long-term commitment. Cultural understanding is crucial for business success.* Growth can lead to bottlenecks that need addressing.* Connecting markets to farmers is essential for sustainability.* Technology can bridge gaps in supply chains.* There is significant demand for agricultural products globally.* Infrastructure challenges hinder supply chain efficiency.* Empowering local communities leads to better outcomes.* Building trust takes time and effort.* The journey of establishing a business is often fraught with challenges.* External partnerships are necessary for scaling operations. Creating strong alliances is crucial for overcoming competition.* Evolving towards a profitable business model ensures sustainability.* Data collection is essential for guiding development efforts.* Local knowledge is vital for effective policy-making.* Quality control is key to maintaining market trust.* Balancing profit and purpose is necessary for long-term success.* Experience in the field leads to better business decisions.* Economic opportunities can significantly reduce crime rates.* Empowering local communities fosters independence and self-sufficiency.* Technology can enhance supply chain efficiency and scalability. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    Embracing AI Is Crucial For Small Business Owners NOW

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 9:46


    Maria discusses the importance of AI for small businesses and how they can adopt it effectively. She emphasizes the need for a mindset shift towards curiosity, personalization, and upskilling. Thanks for reading gguttalks! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.* Spotify: https://go.ggutt.com/gguttalks-spotify* Apple: https://go.ggutt.com/gguttalks-apple* Youtube: https://go.ggutt.com/videos* Talks: gguttalks.xyz* Let's work together: ggutt.com* Newsletter: mariamatloub.com00:00 Introduction to AI for Small Businesses03:03 Mindset Shifts for AI Adoption07:05 Practical Applications of AI in Business10:00 Overcoming Challenges in AI Implementation This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    Death, the Dying Process, End of Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 62:28


    Johanna Lundqvist is a nurse and researcher, an artist and jewelry creating works that blur the lines between nature and fantasy and speaker, to say the least, who is not afraid to explore the transitions of life - including the ones most people shy away from, from a western society perspective.A registered nurse from Sweden, she's worked in elderly care, geropsychiatry, and specialized hospice care.She has been by the side of many individuals and their families through the most profound moments of life - dying and death.Her passion lies in human connection and easing the fears surrounding death.In this episode, she brings these topics to life, sharing her experiences and perspectives to help people understand what the dying process really looks like. She believes that by talking about death, we can learn to embrace life more fully.Thanks for reading gguttalks! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.Contact Johana:Linkedin: https://de.linkedin.com/in/johanna-lundqvist-lawrenceJewelry Studio: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/evajohanna.arts.craftsTakeaways:* Death and dying can be less terrifying than perceived.* Cultural perspectives significantly shape our understanding of death.* Communication is crucial in end-of-life care.* Avoiding discussions about death leads to unpreparedness.* The dying process varies greatly among individuals.* Emotional responses to death include relief, grief, and regret.* Hospice care focuses on comfort and symptom management.* Religious beliefs can provide comfort or fear regarding death.* Education about death can reduce anxiety and fear.* Talking about death can help embrace life more fully. Dying can look similar regardless of the cause.* Media often desensitizes us to individual tragedies.* Empathy is crucial in understanding grief.* A good death is characterized by comfort and presence of loved ones.* Listening is more important than talking when supporting the grieving.* Anger is a common reaction to grief.* Many myths about death, such as timing, are not true.* Planning for end-of-life wishes is essential.* Quality of life should be prioritized over longevity.* Caregiver burnout can manifest in various emotional signs.* "Death and dying doesn't have to be terrifying."* "People are scared; we want to control our lives."* "The consequences of avoiding death are profound."* "The dying process is different for everyone."* "It's important to talk about death and dying."* "It's a monumental thing for a person to be gone."* "We need to de-dramatize death and dying."* "We get desensitized to huge numbers."* "A good death is without pain and anxiety."* "Listen, listen, listen to the grieving person."* "People grieve ahead of time, of course."* "People die more often at night is a myth."* "Write everything you want down for your funeral."* "I believe in quality more than quantity."* "Caregivers should have enough support. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    #95 What Artificial Intelligence Means for the FUTURE of Learning with Dr. Stella Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2024 67:08


    Dr. Stella Lee is the founder of Paradox Learning, where she offers practical advice and strategy on AI. She's also a speaker, startup advisor, and columnist.Thanks for listening! Subscribe for FREE to receive new posts and support my work.She has over 20 years of international experience in consulting digital learning initiatives with higher education, government, NGOs, and the private sectors. We talk about her background and journey, blending design, arts, and computer science, AI literacy and learning, as well as her framework.Where to find Dr. Stella Lee.Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stellal/Paradox Learning: https://paradoxlearning.com/about/MariaLinkedin: https://go.ggutt.com/maria-linkedinTikTok: go.ggutt.com/tiktokYouTube: http://go.ggutt.com/videosTIMESTAMPS00:00.0 Intro to the show and to Stella02:45.0 How she got into art and tech04:5.0 Fear of AI?09:02.0 Getting around the comfort zone, and the crystal ball14:26.5 Design thinking15:36.3 Understanding AI Framework20:02.5 Improving the framework24:46.0 L&D & B2B27:00.5.0 Workshops and sessions, company culture32:59.1.0 Learn to teach, teach to learn35:01.09 AI Bubble?41.01.8 Striving to be average48.04.5 Shaping the future53.24.4 How she teaches55:26.5 Navigating through little answers58.34.1 Advice1.02.12.9 What got her into AI, and ggutt feelings This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    #94 From Agile Coach to Facilitator, Empowering Teams and Understanding Team Culture with Charles Louis de Maere @ Exploration Labs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 55:55


    Charles - Louis de Maere transitioned from being a Technical lead and agile coach to facilitator. He helps teams work and communicate better, doing invisible and visual faciliation. We talk about the impact of his work, understanding culture and being a process expert.Where to find Charles-Louis* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charleslouisdemaere* Projects: www.exploration-labs.com Maria* Linkedin: https://go.ggutt.com/maria-linkedin* TikTok: go.ggutt.com/tiktok* YouTube: http://go.ggutt.com/videosTimestamps00:00 Introduction01:48 Charles' product building lesson03:58 Why is it important to have good communication?12:13 What is facilitation?18:56 What is coaching?21:22 The key to facilitation is the invitation22:35 Being present and keeping people engaged25:07 Invisible facilitation32:51 Knowing where to focus on36:09 Visual facilitation39:38 Matching energy levels with participants45:02 Measuring the impact of work47:41 Charles' relationship with his GGUTT48:57 How Charles got into facilitation50:53 Working with organizations from Indonesia and the Philippines54:35 Advice for those who want to get into facilitation This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    #93 From Architecture to Entrepreneurship, Teamwork, the Role of Designers, AI, Understanding Style and the Future with Angela Shen-Hsieh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 62:21


    Angela Shen-Hsieh is an entrepreneur, technologist, architect, and designer who worked in the corporate world and startup world. She loves to think about the future and build things. She led teams to create new innovations with AI, big data and collaborate. She's currently the founder and CEO of Alcōv, a home styling and shopping app. Where to find Angela* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelashenhsieh/* X: https://twitter.com/angelashenhsieh* Alcōv: https://alcov.co/Maria* X: https://go.ggutt.com/x* Linkedin: https://go.ggutt.com/maria-linkedin* TikTok: go.ggutt.com/tiktok* YouTube: http://go.ggutt.com/videosTimestamps* 00:00 Introduction* 02:18 Being intuition led and GGUTT feeling* 03:14 Failure in collaboration* 07:40 How designers lead collaborative processes* 13:16 Bridging design and business* 16:00 Design as a problem-solving discipline* 20:50 Rethinking innovation in design* 24:08 The UX of AI* 30:56 How AI and human creativity intersect* 36:41 Design insights from EU AI policies* 43:31 The role of design in policy development* 46:49 Angela on designing Alcōv* 58:55 Advice for designing your life This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    Entrepreneurship in MENA-GCC, Social Dynamics, Fundraising, Tech Ecosystems, Building Relationships with Walid Mansour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 63:43


    Walid Mansour is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of MEVP. He's been deeply involved in the VC & Technology ecosystem in the MENA region for over 20 years from setup, to scale up and exits. He serves as a board member and advisor to many technology companies regionally and globally. Follow Walid on Linkedin and XFollow Maria on Substack or LinkedinWatch the episode on YoutubeTimestamps:0.00.00 - Introduction5.42.00 - MENA, GG, today and tomorrow19.25.00 - The Entrepreneurial Appetite26.51.00 - Venture Capital34.15.5 - Misconception around raising capital35.04.6 - Pitch decks and attracting investors39.23.5 - How do VC's look for entrepreneurs48.28.3 - Money52.55.8 - Managing risk internally within a fund53.59.3 - What should new funds look for55.52.9 - Accelerators & Incubators57.10.5 - Frustrations01.00.36.6 - AdviceNote

    The Key to Saving or Killing it: Your Belief

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 5:20


    Thoughts on belief.Peace, Love and Having an Open Mind.It all comes down to critical and analytical thinking.Socials:* X: https://go.ggutt.com/x* Linkedin: https://go.ggutt.com/maria-linkedin* YouTube: http://go.ggutt.com/videos* TikTok: https://go.ggutt.com/tiktok This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    Design, Creativity, AI, Imagination, Foundation Studies and Apple with Silia Abou Arbid

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 106:46


    Silia Abou Arbid is an architect, designer and educator. A unique individual in the way she thinks and does things. She taught over 8000 to date. She's been an influential figure in my personal growth as a designer, teacher and professional. We go through her backstory at the very end.Where to find Silia:* Email: https://sard.lau.edu.lb/about/people/silia-abou-arbid.php* Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silia-abou-arbid-turf-c-94ba9120/Maria:* X: https://go.ggutt.com/x* Linkedin: https://go.ggutt.com/maria-linkedin* YouTube: http://go.ggutt.com/videos* TikTok: https://go.ggutt.com/tiktokTimestamps:* 00:00:00 Intro* 00.27.4 Welcome and setting the scene* 02.10.9 Getting started * 04.28.9 What to expect from this episode* 05.02.9 Going back to the roots. Origin 0.* 07.32.4 What makes design exciting* 09.03.3 Ideas* 13.00.4 Why design is essential in business * 17.50.6 Drawing the line between the ideals of design and the market out there*  25.33.1 Origin 0* 30.33.5 Head, heart, hand* 33.35.0 Touch* 38.03.8 Relationship between designers and engineers* 43.39.9 Foundation studies in design* 53.15.8 Creativity* 01.00.25.5 Bending reality - AI today * 01.11.06.9 What keeps her going* 01.11.34.4 What she is proud of* 01.13.58.8 Getting humans to go beyond their wildest dreams* 01.19.54.3 The Apple story* 1.27.30.8 Oneness of things* 1.28.39.1 The oxymoron* 1.33.44.3 Jonny Ive * 1.37.01.2 Relationship with her ggutt* 1.41.25.3 Silia's backstory: a keen interest in design since childhood This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    The discovery of AI: mysterious, scary and fascinating

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 18:17


    Thoughts on AI and Creativity. Embarking on an exciting journey of discovery. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    #88 Entrepreneurship to Get Out of Debt, The Power of Luck, Startup Investing with Nicole Glaros

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 55:29


    Nicole Glaros is an entrepreneur, operator, executive, venture capitalist and investor. She wears multiple hats as a board director, teacher, and speaker. We explore topics related to entrepreneurship and investing, backed by her years of experience as a founder, investor at Techstars and founder again! And we also spoke about… hair!Your feedback matters - 1min: https://go.ggutt.com/talksWhere to find Nicole:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nglaros/Website: https://nearlynicole.com/X: https://twitter.com/nglarosMedium: https://medium.com/@nglarosMaria + GGUTT:X: https://go.ggutt.com/xLinkedIn: https://go.ggutt.com/maria-linkedinYouTube: http://go.ggutt.com/videosWebsite: mariamatloub.comTimestamps:00:00 Introduction03:17 Gray hair is Covid hair09:17 How debt fostered her entrepreneurial mindset16:47 It's okay to not be good at everything18:30 Luck vs. Skill23:34 Is VC like gambling?25:25 Leaving Techstars27:00 What type of investor is Nicole?31:21 The two biggest mistakes founders make32:35 Hardware startups35:05 Founders joining accelerators40:56 How to approach an investor?47:07 Are we in an AI bubble?50:15 Nicole's relationship with her GGUTTFor enquiries, email maria [at] ggutt [dot] com with subject line: gguttalks ask This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    #87 Data Visualization, AI, Technology, and the Future Beyond Visuals with Paolo Ciuccarelli

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 92:26


    Paolo Ciuccarelli, a communication designer and researcher, professor of design, founder of the Density Design Research Lab - an award-winning laboratory for data visualization and information design at Politecnico di Milano – as well as Founding Director of the Center for Design at Northeastern University.Your feedback matters - 1min: https://go.ggutt.com/talksWhere to find Paolo:X: https://twitter.com/pciuccarelli?lang=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paolociuccarelliPolitecnico di Milano: https://dipartimentodesign.polimi.it/it/staff/show/42952Northeastern University: https://camd.northeastern.edu/people/paolo-ciuccarelli/Density Design Lab: https://densitydesign.org/person/paolo-ciuccarelli/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pciuccarelli/Maria + GGUTT:X: https://go.ggutt.com/xWebsite: ggutt.comLinkedin: https://go.ggutt.com/maria-linkedinNotion:

    #86 Decoding Design

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 11:10


    A great time to share thoughts on what is Design during the Milan Design Week. While visiting the Kohler installation, I recorded the episode at Via Senato. This episode is dedicated to Gianluca Brugnoli. It contains a brief clip of his first appearance on the show, where he talks about design education within a broader conversation.Some video overlays of some of the installations and exhibitions on Youtube. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    #85 Tackling Water Challenges, Effects of Water on our Health, Drinking Safe Water and Changing Lives with Water with Dr. Parag Agarwal @ JanaJal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 61:10


    Dr. Parag Agarwal is the founder and CEO of JanaJal, a social enterprise on a mission to bring safe water to underserved communities. This is his second appearance on the show. We focus on water, how it can keep us safe and change our lives, where to find safe water to drink, and how water can keep us healthy.Your feedback matters - 1min: https://go.ggutt.com/talksWhere to find Parag:LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dr-parag-agarwal-7a277213b/Website: https://www.janajal.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janajalimpact/JanaJal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/janajal/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbgNqJ3uaFdbiXbtWWY8OOw/videosParag's previous episode:How and Why Provide Safe Water For All| EP21.S1 with Indian Entrepreneur Dr. Parag AgarwalMaria + GGUTT:X: https://go.ggutt.com/xWebsite: ggutt.comNotion:

    #84 What a 4 Year Old Can Teach Us About Communication and Prompt Design.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 7:21


    This is the third episode of the series 'Unflitered' by Maria, Founder of GGUTT and host of GGUTTALKS. Views, insights and reflections on various topics in the space of design, creativity, tech and innovation.Your feedback matters - 1min: https://go.ggutt.com/talks This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ggutt.substack.com

    #83 Revolutionizing Mobility, Car-Sharing, Venture Building, Sustainability and Innovation with Alain Visser @ Lynk&Co

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 40:23


    Alain Visser is the founder and ex-CEO of Lynk&Co. (CEO at the time of the recording.) He brings over 35 years of global automotive executive experience which we dive into, going from mobility, design and launching a new brand in a more traditional environment.

    #82 How Intelligent are LLMs? Beasts or More Humane AGI? AGI Teachers at our Fingertips featuring Keith Teare.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 9:45


    This is the second episode of the series 'Unflitered' by Maria, Founder of GGUTT and host of GGUTTALKS. Views, insights and reflections on various topics in the space of design, creativity, tech and innovation. Your feedback matters - 1min: https://go.ggutt.com/talks

    #81 Reflections on Inflection AI's Pi Product, Gen AI Learnings from Mustafa Suleyman and The Saga around Inflection and Microsoft - Maria @GGUTT

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 23:43


    This is the first episode of the series 'Unflitered' by Maria, Founder of GGUTT and host of GGUTTALKS. Views, insights and reflections on various topics in the space of design, creativity, tech and innovation. Your feedback matters - 1min: https://go.ggutt.com/talks If the robotic voice was too much, I enjoyed playing with my new toy!

    #80 From Diplomat to Founder, Sales, Understanding Your Customers, Stories and Learnings with Fabian Gems @ Supaso

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 85:47


    Fabian Gems is the co-founder and CEO of Supaso, a company that focuses on sustainable and environmentally friendly packaging solutions based out of Austria. He shares his journey and key lessons and stories, that are be full of gems to anyone starting or growing a business.

    #79 Launching Service Design Tools, Working in the Public and Private Sectors, Starting her Own Business and Growing a Team, Challenges of Being a Designer, Research and AI with Roberta Tassi @ Oblo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 68:08


    Roberta Tassi, is a prominent Service Designer, author, lecturer and founder of Oblo, a service design agency. While at university, she launched Service Design Tools, a platform for tools and tutorials that help deal with design challenges which boosted her career. In this episode, she shares her journey into service design as well as her current work, backed by stories and anecdotes.

    #78 How to Make Enemies and Gain Fans, Being the Odd One Out, Taking Risks, Building a Brand, AI in Design with Freddie Öst @ SNASK

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 73:05


    Freddy Öst is the founder and brand director of Snask, a creative agency based in Stockholm, and was launched with zero experience almost two decades ago. Freddie has been featured in several interviews and podcasts where he talks about his approach to branding and design, but not only. At Snask, they make enemies and gain fans, because every brand is not for everyone. We talk about his experience not fitting in, stories and anecdotes along the journey, therapy, loving and being loved, AI and branding.

    #77 Waste Management, Stories, Extended Producer Responsibility, Consumer Resistance, Economic Value of Waste, Wine, Packaging, Marketing, Waste Prevention, Innovation, Co-Creation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 58:14


    Jeff Cooper has over 30 years of experience in waste management and is a well-known expert in the field, specializing in shaping policies and finding innovative waste solutions.He held prestigious leadership positions as the President of the International Solid Waste Association and the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management… This is a first experimental recording in the studio, with 1 mic. Sorry about the sound issues. The content will prevail.

    #76 Design, Internet Revolution, The Role of Design, Design Maturity, Automotive, UX & Future Scenarios, AI, Generative AI, Voice Interaction, Software, The State of Innovation in China, Asia and Europe with Gianluca Brugnoli @ TomTom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 97:30


    Gianluca Brugnoli is a designer whose 25-year career has been dedicated to redefining the way we engage with digital products. He has an impressive track record, from co-founding Frog in Milan to leadership positions at McKinsey, Huawei and now at TomTom designing digital cockpits. Gianluca is a walking book when it comes to the value and impact of design at all fronts, joining in for a second episode 3 years after the first one.

    #75 Becoming a Rebel, Coding, Political Activism, His Story & How He Thinks, Tech and Exists, De-Risking Investments through AI with Keith Teare @ SignalRank

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 73:14


    Keith Teare has decades of experience as an entrepreneur, with multiple success stories, starting in political activism, then tech. He is the Founder of SignalRank which is a data-only company using AI to transform the venture game, and writes a weekly newsletter ‘That Was the Week' which is also a show.

    #74 From Public Policy to Entrepreneurship, Starting SparkLabs, Investing, Networking, Views and Opinions on AI with Bernard Moon @ SparkLabs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 58:13


    Bernard Moon has been at the heart of the startup universe globally. He is the co-founder and partner at SparkLabs Group, a network of startup accelerators and venture capital funds known for energizing startup scenes. He's not just playing the game; he's changing it, with investments in over 500 startups worldwide. He's an advisor to renowned academic institutions and a seasoned writer for major technology journals. We talk about his journey, the startup world and expansion into multiple geographies, Saudi Arabia being the latest, what investors look for, AI and product.

    GGUTTALKS: Cracking the Leadership Code, Guiding Teams Through Uncertainty, Company Culture, and How To Be A Great Leader with Patrick Flesner @ Unloq Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 51:02


    Patrick Flesner is a growth capital investor and startup leadership coach. This is his second appearance on gguttalks to talk about his most recent book ‘The Leadership House: A Leadership Tale about the Challenging Path to Becoming an Effective Leader.' Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own. This is episode [in full] is the complete conversation of episodes #85 to #90 of this season.

    GGUTTALKS: From Bull$h!t Detector to Mentor, Mind-Body Connection in Business, Cultivating Business Culture, and Business Transformation with Avril Millar

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 54:43


    Avril Millar is a leading London-based Business Mentor, NED and author. We discuss her background as a civil engineer, and how that transcended into working directly with business CEOs. Lots of gems worth 50 years of knowledge for anyone running a business or working in a company of any size! Disclaimer: Views and opinions are her own. This is episode [in full] is the complete conversation of episodes #53 to #64 of this season.

    GGUTTALKS: Breaking Boundaries in Biomechanics, Innovations in Movement, and Understanding the Body Better with John Haddad @ Level 8 Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 57:51


    John Haddad is a Lebanese-American therapist, scientist and educator known in the biomechanics and movement world globally. He founded Level 8 Center biomechanics school and helps elite sports practitioners and athletes in the top leagues train better, recover better and move better to stay at the top. Check the video on Youtube and Rumble as this episode was recorded face to face. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own. This is episode [in full] is the complete conversation of episodes #107 to #114 of this season.

    GGUTTALKS: The Language Around Research, Unseen Realities in Research, The Double Lives of Researchers, Why Startups Can't Afford to Skip Research, Examples and Observations with Nina Schacht and Jane Schek

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 84:55


    Nina Schacht and Jane Schek are both researchers and facilitators based in Berlin with a wealth of experience. Nina Schacht is CEO and founder of NIDOS Academy with a background in psychology and communications who has worked with some of the largest FMCG players worldwide. She successfully set-up, moderated and analysed qualitative studies on the national, European wide and global level. Jane Schek is a seasoned professional dedicated to unraveling the intricacies of human behavior and preferences. Jane has over 20 years of experience in consumer research and FMCG marketing. She is skilled in facilitating conversations with various groups, including large corporations, startups, teaching activities and volunteering. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are their own. This is episode [in full] is the complete conversation of episodes #122 to #128 of this season.

    GGUTTALKS: Being a Designer, Money Under The Table, Questioning the Norm, Following Love, Sense of Adventure, Saying Yes, Nurturing Young Innovators with Gerry Scullion, Host @ This is HCD podcast and @ Makers and Doers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 66:15


    Gerry Scullion is a design professional with 21 years of experience in designing, training and coaching. He is the Founder of "This is HCD," a global human-centered design podcast on Spotify and a community builder. He is now endeavoring with education for kids. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own. This is episode [in full] is the complete conversation of episodes #134 to #141 of this season.

    GGUTTALKS: Journey in Blockchain, AI, Product and Tech Leadership, Co-Building Estonia's Virtual Assistant, Sports and Coding Adventures with Robert Pallas @ Devtailor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 68:08


    Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own.

    EP150.S3 Common Misconceptions & the Future of AI | Robert Pallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 14:14


    This is the 9th conversation [EP142 to 150 S3] with Robert Pallas. Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP149.S3 Product Building, AI and AI Accessibility, Predictions, Experiences and GGUTT feelings | Robert Pallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 11:08


    This is the 8th conversation [EP142 to 150 S3] with Robert Pallas. Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment. This is episode [in full] is the complete conversation of episodes #142 to #150 of this season.

    EP148.S3 Taking Learning to a Whole New Level: AI, Citizens and Simply Humans | Robert Pallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 5:31


    This is the 7th conversation [EP142 to 150 S3] with Robert Pallas. Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP147.S3 Prerequisites help! How Estonia's Digital Society Works | Robert Pallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 8:04


    This is the 6th conversation [EP142 to 150 S3] with Robert Pallas. Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP146.S3 Co-Building the Estonian Government Virtual Assistant: Bürokratt | Robert Pallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 5:21


    This is the 5th conversation [EP142 to 150 S3] with Robert Pallas. Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP145.S3 Funding in Blockchain and AI based on Tech Consulting Demand | Robert Pallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 3:26


    This is the 4th conversation [EP142 to 150 S3] with Robert Pallas. Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP144.S3 Building Around Problems, not Injecting Tech for the Sake of Tech: the Devtailor Way | Robert Pallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 7:23


    This is the 3rd conversation [EP142 to 150 S3] with Robert Pallas. Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP143.S3 Robert's Entrepreneurial Journey and Getting into Blockchain and AI | Robert Pallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 7:34


    This is the 2nd conversation [EP142 to 150 S3] with Robert Pallas. Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP142.S3 Triathlons, Freediving, and Getting Started with Coding | Robert Pallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 10:34


    This is the 1st conversation [EP142 to 150 S3] with Robert Pallas. Robert is the co-founder Devtailor, a software development company based in Estonia. He helps early and growth-stage companies with digital product development and tech leadership. In this segment, Robert talks about his background, free diving, how he got into coding at a young age, and later into blockchain, AI and tech leadership. We also discuss some best practices and stories in building technology products. Thank you Janno Stern (Robert's co-founder) for making this segment happen. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP141.S3 Wrap-Up: Building a Coaching Practice and a Community | Gerry Scullion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 9:06


    This is the last conversation [EP134 to 141 S3] with Gerry Scullion! Gerry has over 20 years of design experience. He is the founder of This is HCD podcast, which is now available on Spotify. He coaches and leads a design community of changemakers. Additionally, he is passionate about starting the Makers and Doers School to teach kids new skills. A spontaneous segment where we get to know more about Gerry! Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP140.S3 Love and Hate Relationship with AI | Gerry Scullion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 6:23


    This is the 7th conversation [EP134 to141 S3] with Gerry Scullion! Gerry has over 20 years of design experience. He is the founder of This is HCD podcast, which is now available on Spotify. He coaches and leads a design community of changemakers. Additionally, he is passionate about starting the Makers and Doers School to teach kids new skills. A spontaneous segment where we get to know more about Gerry! Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP139.S3 Saying Yes to Everything (Gerry Asking Me) | Gerry Scullion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 10:21


    This is the 6th conversation [EP134 to 141 S3] with Gerry Scullion! Gerry has over 20 years of design experience. He is the founder of This is HCD podcast, which is now available on Spotify. He coaches and leads a design community of changemakers. Additionally, he is passionate about starting the Makers and Doers School to teach kids new skills. A spontaneous segment where we get to know more about Gerry! Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP138.S3 How He Got it All Started… and Got Banned Along the Way | Gerry Scullion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 6:10


    This is the 5th conversation [EP134 to 141 S3] with Gerry Scullion! Gerry has over 20 years of design experience. He is the founder of This is HCD podcast, which is now available on Spotify. He coaches and leads a design community of changemakers. Additionally, he is passionate about starting the Makers and Doers School to teach kids new skills. A spontaneous segment where we get to know more about Gerry! Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP137.S3 Educating Kids, His New Area of Interest, Inspired by His Kids | Gerry Scullion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 11:21


    This is the 4th conversation [EP134 to 141 S3] with Gerry Scullion! Gerry has over 20 years of design experience. He is the founder of This is HCD podcast, which is now available on Spotify. He coaches and leads a design community of changemakers. Additionally, he is passionate about starting the Makers and Doers School to teach kids new skills. A spontaneous segment where we get to know more about Gerry! Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP136.S3 Juggling Between Multiple Things, Questioning Everything To Understand How Things Work | Gerry Scullion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 8:53


    This is the 3rd conversation [EP134 to 141 S3] with Gerry Scullion! Gerry has over 20 years of design experience. He is the founder of This is HCD podcast, which is now available on Spotify. He coaches and leads a design community of changemakers. Additionally, he is passionate about starting the Makers and Doers School to teach kids new skills. A spontaneous segment where we get to know more about Gerry! Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP135.S3 Moving to Australia: A Heart or a GGUTT Decision? | Gerry Scullion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 5:54


    This is the 2nd conversation [EP134 to 141 S3] with Gerry Scullion! Gerry has over 20 years of design experience. He is the founder of This is HCD podcast, which is now available on Spotify. He coaches and leads a design community of changemakers. Additionally, he is passionate about starting the Makers and Doers School to teach kids new skills. A spontaneous segment where we get to know more about Gerry! Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP134.S3 About Gerry: His Makeup, Journey, Aspirations, Work, and Ireland… | Gerry Scullion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 13:55


    This is the 1st conversation [EP134 to 141 S3] with Gerry Scullion! Gerry has over 20 years of design experience. He is the founder of This is HCD podcast, which is now available on Spotify. He coaches and leads a design community of changemakers. Additionally, he is passionate about starting the Makers and Doers School to teach kids new skills. A spontaneous segment where we get to know more about Gerry! Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP133.S3 Working with Architects and Designing Spaces - An Airport Terminal | Christian Vatter

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 16:31


    This is the last conversation [EP129 to 133 S3] with Christian Vatter. Christian is a trained psychologist and human-centered design strategist with a passion for brands, experiences, as well as the design of built environments. In this segment, Christian shares his journey as well as his contribution in the design of an airport terminal. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP132.S3 When to Think About Work When Traveling | Christian Vatter

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 16:41


    This is the 4th conversation [EP129 to 133 S3] with Christian Vatter. Christian is a trained psychologist and human-centered design strategist with a passion for brands, experiences, as well as the design of built environments. In this segment, Christian shares his journey as well as his contribution in the design of an airport terminal. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

    EP131.S3 Christian on his GGUTT feelings and How He Functions | Christian Vatter

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 5:34


    This is the 3rd conversation [EP129 to 133 S3] with Christian Vatter. Christian is a trained psychologist and human-centered design strategist with a passion for brands, experiences, as well as the design of built environments. In this segment, Christian shares his journey as well as his contribution in the design of an airport terminal. Disclaimer: Views and opinions are his own in the entire segment.

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