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The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.
If you’re a CEO or senior executive, your challenges don’t sound like “I need more leadership tips.”
They sound more like:
“Why am I still carrying this company on my shoulders?”
“Why doesn’t my top team own the strategy the way I do?”
“How do I challenge the board or investors without blowing up the relationship?”
“How do we build a company that still matters in 10 years, not just hit this year’s numbers?”
The World-Class Leaders Show is the CEO leadership podcast built for those questions…
Episodes
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.142: Keeping The Entrepreneurial Spirit Alive in Organizations
This week Andrea revisits a past episode, How To Preserve the Entrepreneurial Mindset in Your Organization. Andrea shares ‘the thing’ that keeps most CEOs he…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.141: Why Double Standards Are Sabotaging Your Company Culture
In this episode, Andrea highlights the issue of double standards and their impact on your team. He talks about why double standards kill culture and how to…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.140: The Future of Leadership: Empowering People and Embracing the Human Element
Andrea engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Ken about the challenges and opportunities faced by CEOs in today's corporate landscape. Andrea shares…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.139: Building Resilience with Giorgia Arnaboldi, SVP of Shell Energy Europe
Europe. Giorgia shares her fascinating insights on leadership in times of uncertainty, the importance of adaptability, and fostering a culture of trust and…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.138: How to fight complacency as a CEO
Complacency is a risk for any CEO. In this episode, Andrea discusses how CEOs can prevent themselves from becoming complacent. He talks about how to identify…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.137: The Secret to Execution: Why Ownership Beats Accountability Every Time
In this episode, Andrea introduces a different mindset to help your people execute your strategy. He talks about the difference between accountability and…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.136: The Scientific Way to Push You Out of Your Comfort Zone
Do you struggle to step out of your comfort zone? Join Andrea in this episode as he reveals the most impactful strategy to help you become ‘powerfully…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.135: The 10 life principles that shaped who I am today (and why they matter for leaders)
Andrea Petrone shares his 10 life principles that have guided him on his personal and leadership journey. These principles, ranging from being unapologetically…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.134: The Secret to Successful Women Leaders with Lisa Baird, CEO of NextUp
Andrea Petrone interviews Lisa Baird, a trailblazing leader with extensive experience across private and non-profit sectors. Lisa shares her invaluable…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.133: Why are so many CFOs becoming CEOs?
There is a growing trend in the business world where CEOs have previously held the position of CFO. In this episode, Andrea discusses this trend, the research…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.132. 5 things I know now about team performance that I wish I had known 15 years ago
How can leaders create a strong and high-performing team? Andrea reflects on his decades of experience as a leader as well as the things he has learned from…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.From Startup to Scale-up: Leadership Lessons for Growth with Elias Ghanem
Join Andrea Petrone as he delves into the secrets of scaling organizations with Elias Ghanem, global head of Capgemini Research Institute for Financial…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.130: Humans vs. Robots: Who’s Winning in Your Leadership Style?
72% of managers are not considered human leaders by their people! Join Andrea as he deep dives into humanity in leadership, why it’s so important for a good…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.129: Mastering Strategy Execution with Monte Pedersen
Andrea invites Monte Pedersen, a passionate expert in organisational strategy execution, to share his insights on why execution often fails and how to drive it…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.128: 7 Reasons Why Leaders Don’t Create a Compelling Future for their Company
What is stopping you from creating an ambitious and bold future for your organisation? In this episode, Andrea shares insights from leaders about what stops a…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.127: How to Fuel Passion in Organizations with Moustafa Hamwi
Andrea Petrone interviews Moustafa Hamwi, a passionate expert on mindset mastery and igniting true passion. Moustafa shares his incredible journey of…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.126: Why Senior Executives Struggle to Simplify their Business
Something Andrea consistently notices when working with CEOs and their teams is the notion of complexity. That is, how and why our understanding and definition…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.125: The Human Side of Digital Transformation with William Ruh, Former CEO of Lendlease Digital and GE Digital
Andrea interviews William Ruh, former CEO of Lendlease Digital and GE Digital, about leadership during digital transformation. William shares how cultural…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.124: When Should New CEOs and Executives Shake Up Their Teams?
Should you keep your leadership or start to make changes? In this episode, Andrea answers this question and talks about how to know it’s the right time to make…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.123: The Lonely Climb: The Truths of Top Leadership with Lindsley Ruth
Andrea interviews former CEO Linsley Ruth on what it takes to lead a major corporation. They dive into the secrets behind Ruth's success in turning around the…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.122: Break The Judgment Habit To Drive Better Performance
How can you get the best out of people? In this episode, Andrea talks about why getting the best out of your workforce starts with you as a leader and your…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.121: The Secret to Transform Organizations into Learning Powerhouses with Ujjwal Kumar, Group President of Teradyne Robotics
Andrea interviews Ujjwal Kumar, Group President of Teradyne Robotics, in an insightful conversation about turning organisations into powerful learning machines…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.120: The Silent Killer of Strategic Thinking.
There is one sure way to kill strategic thinking and this is through ‘busyness’. Join Andrea in this episode as he tackles and challenges the perception of…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.119: Crisis as a Burning Platform to Transform your Company | REWIND with Alain Bejjani, Former CEO of Majid Al Futtaim
On the occasion of the official launch of our new YouTube Channel for the show: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59dect0RJ5cuxIXsX7hCRw Andrea revisits an…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.118: The Dark Side of Artificial Harmony in the Workplace
In this episode, Andrea explores what he calls ‘artificial harmony’ and its impact on organisations. He discusses why fake harmony impacts a company and team…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.117: What’s Coming in 2024 (and Why You Should Be Excited)
In the first episode of 2024, Andrea outlines what he is committed to deliver for the world class leaders show in 2024. He gives three specific things he aims…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.116: How to Make Sustainability Addictive with Niclas Persson, CEO of Deedster
Andrea speaks with Niclas Persson CEO and co-founder of Deedster, a company aiming to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy through engaging…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.115: How To Preserve the Entrepreneurial Mindset in Your Organization
Andrea shares ‘the thing’ that keeps most CEOs he has had on the show up at night! He then discusses the four pieces of advice he would give to help tackle it…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.114: The Art of Merging Diverse Cultures with Luca Bovalino, CEO North America, FAAC Group
Andrea interviews Luca Bovalino, CEO for North America of the parking business unit at technology company FAAC Group. Luca has over 20 years of international…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.113: CEO Evolution: How Tomorrow’s Leaders Will Shape Society
Do you believe that the most successful CEOs of the future will look the same as the ones in the present? In this episode, Andrea talks about the differences…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.112: How to Motivate Employees Go the Extra Mile
Do you think your employees aren’t going the extra mile for you? In this episode, Andrea explores the data behind employee effort and talks about how you, as a…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.111: Leading the Smoke-Free Revolution with Stefano Volpetti, President of Smoke-Free Inhalable Products and Chief Consumer Officer at Philip Morris I...
Andrea is joined by Stefano Volpetti, President of Smoke-Free Inhalable Products and Chief Consumer Officer at Philip Morris International. They discuss PMI's…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.110: From Napkin Scribble to $90 Million Business with Lisa Rosenthal, CEO of Mayvin
Andrea interviews Lisa Rosenthal, CEO of defense and intelligence consulting firm Mayvin. Starting from just a concept scribbled on a napkin, Lisa grew Mayvin…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.109: The CEO’s Dilemma: Pressure vs. Privilege (Which Wins?)
There is more pressure than ever being put on CEOs in the world right now, from the financial crisis to the explosion of AI application in the workforce, it’s…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.108: Leading and Adapting to Change with Lorenzo Simonelli, CEO of Baker Hughes (From 2022 archive)
Last year, Andrea interviewed Lorenzo Simonelli, Chairman and CEO of Baker Hughes, an energy technology company, in one of his best episodes of 2022. They…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.107: How to Walk the Fine Line of Leadership Without Falling Off
Andrea shares the three key areas where balance is critical to your performance and skill as a leader. If you want to be as effective as possible and…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.106: Driving Psychological Safety Through Technology with Ollie Lingwood-Craddock, CEO of Rungway
Andrea interviews Ollie Craddock, CEO of employee listening platform Runway, on this episode of World Class Leader Show. Ollie shares his experience leading…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.105: Firing: The Inevitable Test of Leadership
Having to fire people is one of the most difficult things a leader has to do but it's inevitable. In this episode, Andrea shares some better techniques to use…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.104: Why 70% of CEOs Feel Like Frauds, Even When They’re Not
It may come as a surprise to learn that many CEOs suffer from imposter syndrome. In this episode, Andrea talks about this topic and the 4 main factors that…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.103: Leading through Turbulent Times with Alain Bejjani
Andrea is joined by Alain Bejjani, former CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Group, an international diversified conglomerate with ventures in shopping mall ownership and…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.102: 8 personal lessons about change that can shift your mindset
Andrea has spent much of his life working away from home as a leader, a decision he does not regret and in this episode he reveals how transformative it was…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.101: Turning Around Businesses with Cristina Scocchia, CEO of illycaffe’
Incredibly, female CEOs are still rare, so listen to this inspiring chat between Andrea and the illustrious CEO Cristina Scocchia. Hear how Cristina went from…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.100: What I Learned About Commitment After Recording 100 Episodes
It’s the 100th episode of The World Class Leaders show! Join Andrea in this big achievement as he shares the 5 key things he has learned over the past two…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.099: Building a Legacy with Adnan Al Noorani, Founder and Advisor to Royal Families in UAE
Adnan Al Noorani is a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist and advisor to families in the UAE. He is highly recognised for his humanitarian work and has over 20…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.098: 10 Phrases that People Say that Demonstrate Lack of Ownership
Many teams across organisations lack a sense of ownership of results, they may all be doing their own pieces of the puzzle but no one is taking ownership of…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.097: Why hierarchy interferes with growth with Talal Shamoon, CEO of Intertrust
Andrea is joined by Intertrust CEO Talal Shamoon. Talal talks about adaptability in business, why the absence of strict hierarchy can be an advantage and why…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.096: What NOT to Do as a Leader
Andrea offers a different perspective about spending time with a bad boss in this episode, particularly focusing on how he discovered what kind of leader he…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.095: Being a Successful CEO as Both Male and Female with Caroline Farberger
Do you accept diversity or do you celebrate it? In this episode, Andrea is joined by Caroline, who shares her experiences as a CEO before and after her gender…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.094: Four evidence-based reasons why CEOs don’t invest in self development
Are you investing in yourself? What is your relationship with personal development as a CEO or leader? 95% of CEOs don’t invest in themselves but why is this…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.093: Why Culture Should Be at the Top of Any Leader’s Agenda with Michael Hansen, CEO of Hempel
“Leaders create leaders by passing on responsibility, creating ownership, accountability and trust” James Kerr - Legacy: What The All Blacks Can Teach Us about…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.092: 5 Steps to Shift Your Perception to Impact Performance
We are all driven by our perceptions but we aren’t always good at accepting how it impacts our performance. In this episode, Andrea gives 5 practical steps you…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.091: A CEO’s Guide to Leading Successful Change Initiatives with Donald B. Hawthorne
In a world where the pace of change is only accelerating, the ability to drive effective change is becoming even more important. Yet, some 70% of change…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.090: Are There Psychopaths in Your Business?
Is it correct to assume that a large proportion of corporate leaders are psychopaths? It’s something many of us have heard anecdotally and in this episode…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.089: How Great Leaders Build Resilience with Sharesz T. Wilkinson
In this episode, Andrea is joined by CEO and founder of Resilient Power Sharesz T. Wilkinson. Sharesz is one of the top 50 global women to look out for in 2023…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.088: Three Uncomfortable Truths about being Successful in a new Leadership Role
What does it take to make an impact and be truly successful in a new leadership role? Join Andrea in this episode as he talks through the challenges of…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.087: 5 Leadership Lessons from The Stoic Philosophers that will expand your perspective
We can learn so much from the past and the people that came before us and in this episode, Andrea focuses on the 5 lessons he has taken from Stoicism including…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.086: How Should CEOs Spend Their Time?
As a leader, are you spending enough time with your front-line teams and trying to understand what is and isn’t working in your business? In this episode…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.085: Empowering People to Drive Change with Jason Tebb, CEO of On the Market plc
Jason Tebb is the CEO of On the Market plc, a property market portal. Jason has over two decades of extensive property and estate agent experience across…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.084: Transparency to Drive High-Performance
Is there enough transparency in your organisation? In this episode Andrea approaches the topic of transparency, what it means, how you can drive it in your…
The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.083 : How to Foster a Culture of Innovation with Zack Weisfeld, VP & GM of Intel Ignite
Zack is the vice president and general manager of Intel Ignite based in Israel. Zack has also been behind several successful start-ups and was previously the…