Positivity Hack Delivered Podcast by Women On IT: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 190 by Beata Young with guest Orly Lobel, Warren Distinguished Professor of Law, award-winning author, and global thought leader on law, technology, and equality.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 189 by Beata Young with guest Brooke Dean, a seasoned financial advisor with years of experience empowering high-net-worth women and their families. A Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP), and mentor to female advisors, Brooke helps women step out of the dark when it comes to their finances. From teaching Investing 101 to adults at Chinook College to guiding clients through wealth-building with clarity, Brooke is on a mission to show women they don’t have to settle for less.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 185 by Beata Young with guest Samantha Foote—a neurodivergent, board-certified music therapist, Child Behavior Strategist, and mom to three autistic children—shares her powerful journey. With a deep understanding of both the science and soul of parenting, Samantha offers evidence-based strategies, self-regulation tools, and real-world guidance to help families thrive.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 188 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, an internationally recognized immunologist and founder of AveSeena.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 187 by Beata Young with guest Grace Redman, President and Owner of Stansbury Staffing, one of the top-rated staffing firms in the San Francisco Bay Area. With 26 years of experience navigating five economic downturns and a global pandemic, Grace has proven that resilience, vision, and perseverance can lead to extraordinary success.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 186 by Beata Young with guest Myrtho René—a trailblazing leader with a distinguished career in finance, human resources, and public service
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 184 by Beata Young with guest Laura Elliott, a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling ghostwriter, award-winning screenwriter, and daughter of an immigrant. Laura will share the riveting story behind her memoir. We’ll also explore the metaphor of the “mud puddle”—those messy, unavoidable life moments we all try to swerve around. From mental toughness and choosing joy to trusting in your inner wisdom, Laura offers insights drawn from her personal and professional life helping others tell their most vulnerable stories.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 183 by Beata Young with guest Hope Yanling Yin, PCC —a renowned Tech Executive, ICF-certified Executive Coach, and advocate for women in tech—will share her inspiring journey. From an immigrant to a powerful tech leader, Hope has coached women tech leaders to career success, directly contributing to numerous promotions. With her proven expertise and a mission to elevate women’s presence in tech, she’s transforming how women shape their legacies.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 182 by Beata Young with guest Ufonabasi Umo, an award-winning front-end developer and Associate Software Engineer. With over three years of experience in React, JavaScript, TypeScript, AWS, and AI/ML, she is passionate about diversity and inclusion in tech and mentoring the next generation of developers.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 181 by Beata Young with guest Elizabeth Bachman, CPS, international opera director turned presentation skills trainer, who’s on a mission to help women stop feeling invisible and start getting results when they speak. With over 30 years directing legends, and now coaching high-level women in tech and law, Elizabeth brings a masterful blend of strategy, empathy, and stage presence to leadership communication. She helped women around the world command rooms, win allies, and get the recognition they deserve.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 180 by Beata Young with guest Benny Voncken, co-founder of Via Stoica and host of the Via Stoica Podcast, as he explores the transformative power of Stoicism. Discover how Stoicism can offer practical tools for building resilience, improving decision-making, and fostering inner peace in the face of adversity. Benny will dive into key Stoic teachings, including the importance of creating a personal philosophy of life, how to apply Stoicism to business and relationships, and why Stoicism is for everyone—not just for men.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 179 by Beata Young with guest Corey Walker, 5-time bestselling co-author of “Instagram for Dummies” and “Instagram for Business for Dummies”. Corey is a social media marketing expert who helps businesses like healthcare professionals, attorneys, and restaurant owners leverage Instagram and email marketing to grow their businesses.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 178 by Beata Young with guest Tina Schermer Sellers PhD, a licensed sex and gender feminist psychotherapist, best-selling author, and global speaker, to uncover how sexual shame quietly shapes women’s confidence, career decisions, and relationships.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 177 by Beata Young with guest Jodi Krangle—a seasoned voice actor who has worked with major brands like Dell, BBVA, and Kraft. From lending her voice to global campaigns to hosting Audio Branding: The Hidden Gem of Marketing, she knows firsthand how sound influences perception, emotion, and decision-making.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 176 by Beata Young with guest Grisell R., a chemist-turned-data engineer, to explore how problem-solving, analytical thinking, and research skills make STEM professionals a natural fit for the tech industry. From earning a PhD in Chemistry in Germany to transitioning into data engineering and machine learning in Mexico, Gris will share her journey of career reinvention, the challenges of breaking into tech, and the importance of representation—especially for Latinas in STEM.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 175 by Beata Young with guest Virginia Frischkorn—a former event industry professional turned tech founder and the mastermind behind Partytrick—will share her incredible journey. With over $100 million in events produced for top global brands and accolades from Vogue and Martha Stewart Weddings, Virginia is redefining the experience economy through innovative technology..
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 174 by Beata Young with guest Prisca Muona, a seasoned Malawian accountant and the new Managing Director at the Agriculture Commodity Exchange for Africa (ACE). With over 16 years of expertise in finance and auditing, Prisca’s story is a testament to the power of redirection over failure.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 173 by Beata Young with guest financial astrologer Susan Abbott Gidel, Financial Astrologer and Author —a former commodity futures expert turned leading voice in financial astrology—will break down what this transition means for careers, investments, and business. She’ll share how to align your path with the forces shaping the next century, ensuring that you’re not just keeping up, but leading the way.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 171 by Beata Young with guest Carolyn Goerner, Ph.D., Faculty Chair of Kelley Executive Education Programs an award-winning educator and LinkedIn Learning instructor will share how to tackle the goal-setting challenge with a mindset shift. Dr. Carolyn will walk us through the science behind imposter syndrome, how to identify triggers, and how to break free from the negative self-talk that holds us back.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 171 by Beata Young with guest Roya Kandalan, a research scientist with a PhD in Electrical Engineering, who’s on a mission to make sure no one gets left behind in the AI revolution. Roya has spent years at the cutting edge of AI, developing solutions for cancer treatment and insurance, and she’s here to break down the reality of AI—the good, the bad, and the terrifying.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 170 by Beata Young with guest Jess Schultz 📣, a dynamic entrepreneur, go-to-market strategist, and mentor to startups. Jess has built a thriving business by mastering sales and marketing strategies while making bold career pivots and betting on herself to create a unique path to success.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 169 by Beata Young with guest Erica Maureen Carder, co-founder of Talent Build Ventures. With a proven track record in talent acquisition and process improvement, Erica possesses unparalleled expertise in scaling teams and building impactful professional networks.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 168 by Beata Young with guest Bronwyn Schweigerdt, a licensed psychotherapist, speaker, and renowned anger expert. Host of the podcast Angry at the Right Things, Bronwyn combines her expertise in counseling and nutrition to help listeners heal their relationship with anger—and ultimately, with themselves.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 167 by Beata Young with guest Chelsey Baker who has dedicated her career to making mentorship accessible and impactful, driven by her own experience of lacking mentors during her business startup phase.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 166 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Joan Ifland, a pioneer in the field of food addiction recovery. With over 20 years of groundbreaking work, Dr. Ifland is the lead author of the first scholarly description of Processed Food Addiction and has been featured by the Oprah Winfrey Network, Martha Stewart Wedding Magazine, Fortune Magazine, and US News and World Report.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 165 by Beata Young with guest Riki Turofsky, a celebrated soprano, philanthropist, and author of Aria: Song of A Life. Riki’s extraordinary journey from foster care to the opera stage and her remarkable pivot to a life of philanthropy and advocacy is nothing short of transformative.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 164 by Beata Young with guest Cher Anderton, a history buff, mom of four, and discomfort seeker. Discover her transformative journey and learn how her expertise as a mental health therapist, author, and coach helps others turn life's toughest moments into sources of strength. From her book to interactive workshops, she equips individuals with practical tools to navigate challenges and unlock their potential.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 163 by Beata Young with guest Allegra Huston. Join us for #PHD 163 as Allegra takes you on her inspiring journey—from a high-flying publishing career to embracing the freedom of freelance life, ultimately discovering her true creative purpose through writing and teaching. Learn how stepping off the traditional career path and tapping into your unique strengths can unlock new opportunities.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 162 by Beata Young with guest Ahlem Bedoui Ben Souilah, who was born to be a leader and she wants you to know you were born to be a leader too! Join us for PHD 162 as Ahlem shares key tips and tricks to hack the future on your journey to personal and professional growth! Wherever you are, whatever you do, so long as you want to show some leadership, this show is for you!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 161 by Beata Young with guest Bolutiwi Aiyesimoju, who will be sharing her secrets in the Rekindle program—a six-step journey to help you release, reconnect, and reignite your life.In this conversation, we’ll also dive into the differences between therapy and coaching, offering insights for anyone who’s felt overworked, disconnected, or stuck in the cycle of “doing it all” for everyone else.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 160 by Beata Young with guest J.Tucker Miller who has experienced the highs and lows for startups, Fortune 500 companies and seen how important it is to communicate. It can be as few as four words but you need to be in the conversation.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 159 by Beata Young with guest Linda Lawton, a seasoned developer who mastered AI, machine learning, and web development—while overcoming dyslexia and thriving as a single mom.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 158 by Beata Young with guest Myrtho Rene, a dynamic leader in finance and public service, as she shares her journey from the Central Bank of Haiti to spearheading national programs.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 157 by Beata Young with guest Elaine Montilla, a trailblazing Latina who has redefined leadership in tech.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 156 by Beata Young with guest Tracy Brower, sociologist and author of The Secrets to Happiness at Work and Bring Work to Life. With her extensive career experience, Dr. Brower offers actionable strategies to embrace meaningful work and create a fulfilling career every day.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 155 by Beata Young with guest Giovanna Galleno Málaga as we explore the evolving landscape of leadership, AI, and women in tech. With her expertise in DWH migration, cloud infrastructure, and AI, Giovanna skillfully integrates technical and soft skills to deliver impactful results and build strong stakeholder relationships.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 154 by Beata Young with guest Nina Ma, a trailblazer who blends cognitive science expertise with a passion for fostering inclusivity in the tech environment.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 153 by Beata Young with guest Annie Gaudreault, a wellness expert and endurance athlete, found her friends struggling with perimenopause symptoms and a lack of accessible information. Driven by her passion for women's health, she's here to guide you through this transformative phase.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 152 by Beata Young with guest Madona Wambua.
In this live Q&A, we're thrilled to welcome award-winning tech leader and Google Developer Expert, Madona S. Wambua, Founder & CTO of Jibu Labs.
Madona will share actionable strategies to help you break into tech, overcome gender bias, and achieve work-life balance. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to take your career to the next level, this conversation is packed with valuable insights.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 151 by Beata Young with guests Cassandra Seier, Jessica Froats & Meaghan Dugan.
We will be joined by Cassandra Seier, Head of International Capital Markets at the NYSE! Cassandra shares her expertise on global IPO trends, the allure of listing on the NYSE for international companies, and her passion for empowering women in finance through her work with Women in Financial Markets (WIFM).
Jessica Froats, Head of Relationship Management! Jessica discusses her long career at ICE, the evolution of market data, and how her experience fuels her current role in building strong relationships with clients.
Meaghan Dugan, the Head of Options at the New York Stock Exchange! Meaghan oversees two major options markets and leads the strategy for the entire NYSE options team. She's got a wealth of experience in the financial world, having previously held leadership roles at Bank of America and Morgan Stanley, where she focused on electronic trading and options products. Get ready for an insightful conversation about the world of options trading!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 150 by Beata Young with guest Kelly Hoey, the author of the acclaimed book "Build Your Dream Network." Kelly is a networking guru, lauded by Forbes, Business Insider, and Fast Company.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 149 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Gilly Kahn, a clinical psychologist, mama bear, and women's empowerment advocate, as she dismantles the myths of ADHD and unlocks the secrets to multitasking mastery, effective time management, and becoming a badass leader.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 148 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Claudia Borg, Senior Lecturer at the University of Malta's Department of Artificial Intelligence.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 147 by Beata Young with guest Elizabeth Naumovski, an award-winning financial guru & female empowerment advocate.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 146 by Beata Young with guest Debbie Ausburn who has a background in social work and law, nurtured a blended family of 7 children and 10 grandchildren, drawing wisdom from their journey together.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 145 by Beata Young with guest Cindy Watson, an award-winning author, dynamic speaker, and founder of Women On Purpose, and she's here to share her invaluable insights on how embracing feminine wisdom can revolutionize the negotiation landscape.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 144 by Beata Young with guest Mais Taha, a groundbreaking digital designer and the founder of Green Standardized Green Digital Transformation.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 143 by Beata Young with guest Nyla Beth Gawel, a strategy rockstar with over 15 years of experience crushing it at Fortune 500 companies. Not only has she climbed the corporate ladder, but she's also a mom, a philanthropist, and an all-around inspiring woman.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 142 by Beata Young with guest Shelly Lombard, a Wall Street trailblazer who shattered glass ceilings in the male-dominated world of finance. Not only did she become a top analyst and board member, but she's now empowering other women to do the same!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 141 by Beata Young with guest Cristina Marquez, a Digital Advisor and Chief Innovation Officer with a stellar background in telecommunications engineering and cutting-edge technologies
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 140 by Beata Young with guest Melissa Carson, the founder of Canopy Strategies. Melissa, a former HR leader at Accenture and EPAM, now focuses on coaching and advising. She's also an author, passionate about aligning people strategy with business goals.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 139 by Beata Young with guest Emily Cherkin, MEd., a former middle school English teacher, parent of two, and consultant on raising healthy digital citizens. Emily, author of the bestselling book "The Screentime Solution: A Judgment-Free Guide to Becoming a Tech-Intentional Family", will share her "tech-intentional" approach, helping you guide your kids towards responsible and balanced technology use.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 138 by Beata Young with guest Jennifer Arthurton, the creator and founder of Old Chicks Know Sh*t, a powerhouse platform and podcast dedicated to empowering midlife women to chase their dreams.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 137 by Beata Young with guest Minou Schillings, a "regenerative explorer," and is dedicated to helping impact intrapreneurs and business leaders to shed old-school thinking and embrace a brighter, radically different & sustainable future. As the initiator of the Shifting Horizons movement, Minou will take you on a journey to Unlearn, Imagine and Transform
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 136 by Beata Young with guests:
- Natalie Abrahams: A leader, entrepreneur, and award-winning coach passionate about empowering women.
- Dr. Karin Jakubowski: A school principal, motivational speaker, and TikTok star on a mission to empower women to live their best lives.
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Jemille Navarosa: A tech whiz with expertise in IT, virtual assistance, and a passion for continuous learning.
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Chen Odesky: A UX/UI powerhouse who designs digital experiences with human needs at the core.
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Mais Taha: A treehugger and a digital designer who champions sustainable digital transformation.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 135 by Beata Young with guest Chiyedza Heri, founder of Ubuntu Alliance.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 134 by Beata Young with guest Andrew Weaver, who brings over 20 years of executive experience across various industries to the table. We'll dive deep into actionable strategies to help high-potential women navigate the path to the C-suite.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 133 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Grace Lordan, the Founding Director of The Inclusion Initiative and an Associate Professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Grace is an economist and a labour market skills expert bringing her expertise to our discussion and delivering your roadmap to a brighter, more resilient future. Transform your career, conquer biases, and unlock resilience with powerful actionable behavioral science hacks.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 132 by Beata Young with guest Anne Lebreton-Wolf, Business Angel and Innovation Expert, founder of ALW Finance & Innovation. Anne brings a wealth of experience to the table, having served as a private investor in French and European tech startups since 2012, focusing on PreSeed/Seed/Serie A stages.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 131 by Beata Young with guest Kristen Tippit, the Founder & CEO of RunROI. Discover how running can become a potent tool for cultivating creativity, self-trust, discipline & breakthrough thinking in your entrepreneurial journey.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 130 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Zorodzai Maroveke.
She believes that hemp has the power to revolutionize Zimbabwe's economy by creating jobs and boosting trade. By legalizing and regulating hemp production, the country can tap into a lucrative industry that has the potential to generate significant revenue and employment opportunities.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 129 by Beata Young with guest Elaine Gold, an independent consultant and Co-Founder & MD of GEN UK, who helps female founders navigate the critical transition from "founder" to "leader." Elaine has over 12 years of experience in leadership and organizational change.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 128 by Beata Young with guest Sara Koślińska, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and passionate advocate for women's financial empowerment. She is also a distinguished speaker at events like the World Economic Forum in Davos and Bloomberg Roundtable.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 127 by Beata Young with guest Pete Bombaci, a visionary business and social change leader and founder of The GenWell Project, dedicated to fostering face-to-face social connections for a happier and healthier world.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 126 by Beata Young with guest Rahmat Lasisi, a Google Women Techmakers ambassador and founder of Prompt, a dynamic hub for software developers, product managers, and cybersecurity experts.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 125 by Beata Young with guest Bernadette Smith, author of the bestselling book "Inclusive 360: Proven Solutions for an Equitable Organization."
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 124 by Beata Young with guest Corinna Genchi, a software developer at Porsche Digital Barcelona, fellow Women Techmakers Ambassador.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 123 by Beata Young with guest Kylee Stone, a descendant of the Wakka Wakka and Kulluli First Nations People with 20 years in the business of storytelling and a deep passion for embracing indigenous wisdom to connect people with purpose.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 122 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Tracy Brower, a renowned PhD sociologist studying work-life fulfillment and happiness. She is an author, award-winning speaker and the vice president of workplace insights for Steelcase and a senior contributor to Forbes and Fast Company.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 12 by Beata Young with guest Tovia Va'aelua, a seasoned tech professional, will be sharing his remarkable journey. From his early days with Microsoft to leading the way for social good initiatives, Tovia's passion for serving underprivileged communities through technology has driven his inspiring trajectory.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 120 by Beata Young with guest Anne Orr, founder of Boards123, who is on a mission to help organizations revolutionize their boards of directors. With a background in organizational management and a wealth of experience as a tech startup female founder, Anne is passionate about providing practical tools and training to create boards that drive success.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 119 by Beata Young with guest Sohaila Diab, a senior computer science student specializing in AI at Cairo University is a seasoned data scientist currently interning with the digitization team at P&G.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 118 by Beata Young with guest Gail Robertson, a Chief Curiosity Officer, PR Strategist, and Keynote Speaker at GailNow. With her virtual and in-person coaching, she's breaking the mold of traditional marketing to empower businesses to embrace the power of curiosity.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 117 by Beata Young with guest Sylvia Dziuba, a sleep science enthusiast, whose recent book "Go to Sleep Late: and Other Advice for Night Owls" deploys the latest research to deliver top tips aligning your daily routines with your unique chronotype. Whether you're a night owl, an early bird, or somewhere in between, this episode will empower you to optimize your sleep and wake up feeling more energized and focused.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 116 by Beata Young with guest Juliet Hall, Award-Winning Author of “Own Your Opportunities,” principal of Juliet Hall INC and recognized as a "Top Black Woman of Influence" in Atlanta, is here to unravel the secrets of self-discovery and self-determination.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 115 by Beata Young with guest Rebecca Murray.
Our guest, Rebecca P. Murray's inspiring journey reminds us that within every one of us lies a story - a story waiting to be told, a story waiting to be heard. It is in embracing our truths, even the painful ones, that we discover our inner strength and resilience.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 114 by Beata Young with guest Niyati Tamaskar, who has 18 years of experience in developing cutting-edge electronic controls for diverse applications, including natural gas engines. Niyati is also the dynamic regional leader of the Center for Women in Technology (CWiT) North America, where she's a driving force for change.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 113 Beata Young with guest Denise Conroy.
Denise Conroy, a transformational leader and advocate for women in executive roles. With her extensive experience as a CEO and executive coach, Denise is uniquely quis alified to empower women in their professional journeys. She founded Themy, an executive coaching practice dedicated to advancing more female executives to the C-suite and boardroom.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 112 by Beata Young with guest Darinka Burovska as our esteemed guest for the second time! Darinka, a product discovery and product management coach based in Berlin, is a Google WomanTechmaker Ambassador with a strong passion for diversity and women empowerment. She is also a mentor for product management and has mentored over 100 professionals to improve their skills and grow their careers in tech.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 111 by Beata Young with guest Deborah Coviello.
For this PHD episode, we are happy to be joined by Deborah Coviello, advisor, author, podcast host, and Founder of Illumination Partners. Certified as a Lean and Six Sigma Blackbelt, Deb's programs empower CEOs to identify emerging leaders and harness the power of their people. She's also a dedicated board member of Women in Flavor & Fragrance Commerce (WFFC).
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 110 by Beata Young with guest Tina Fisic.
Tina Fisic is a Senior IT Manager at Ipsos UK, as our esteemed guest. Despite holding a prestigious role as Google's Ambassador for women in tech in Croatia, Tina made the audacious decision to resign in order to strike a harmonious balance between her roles as a mother, manager, and Cyberpsychology student.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 109 by Beata Young with guest Bella Bardswell.
For this PHD episode, we are excited to be joined by Bella Bardswell, co-founder of Stellafai, a seasoned expert in cultural change, innovation, agile methodologies, and design thinking. Bella's extensive experience includes leading Digital Transformation and Value Advisory teams at Google and as the Head of Agile Practice, EMEA, at IBM.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 108 by Beata Young with guest Shubhansha Agrawal.
Shubhansha Agrawal, is a seasoned leader with 12 years of experience in product management, engineering, and leadership across diverse industries and regions.
Shubhansha is the Head of Product for Contributions & Community at Yelp and has played key roles at Salesforce and the Wall Street Journal.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights as we explore the intersection of AI and the future of work. Join us live and be part of the conversation that inspires a positive outlook towards AI!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 107 by Beata Young with guest Jo Brianti.
Jo Brianti is an experienced data protection officer (DPO) with a background in project management. Leveraging her privacy knowledge and operational skills, Jo supports businesses in embedding privacy and data management techniques into their processes. Her expertise lies in guiding businesses to safeguard sensitive information and effectively mitigate risks. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and upholding privacy rights, Jo helps businesses to build customer trust and integrity in the digital age.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 106 by Beata Young with guest Patty O'Callaghan.
Patty O'Callaghan has 20+ years experience in tech. With a background in AI, she works as a Tech Lead at Charles River Laboratories.
In her free time, Patty is a dedicated mentor and educator, leading a Code Club for 10-15 year-olds at her local school and being part of the Google Developers Group Glasgow. Patty is a Google's Women Techmakers Ambassador.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 105 by Beata Young with guest Pamela Kellert.
Pamela Kellert helps female professionals in STEM sectors thrive in leadership roles. She is a seasoned Strategic Leadership Expert with over 16 year’s experience working in Strategy, Business Development and Project Delivery, heading diverse teams at leading organisations across Australia, Asia, Europe and North America. As a leadership coach, Pamela supports women at multiple experience levels to lead effectively and authentically.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 104 by Beata Young with guest Pamela Kellert.
As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology and innovation, the need for diverse leadership in STEM fields has become more important than ever. However, women in STEM still face numerous challenges when it comes to advancing into leadership roles. Unlocking authentic leadership is key to helping diversity succeed in STEM.
Learn how to lead from an expert in developing female leadership talent. Pamela Kellert helps female professionals in STEM sectors thrive in leadership roles. She is a seasoned Strategic Leadership Expert with over 16 year’s experience working in Strategy, Business Development and Project Delivery, heading diverse teams at leading organisations across Australia, Asia, Europe and North America. As a leadership coach, Pamela supports women at multiple experience levels to lead effectively and authentically.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 103 by Beata Young with Chen Odesky.
Chen is an expert in the field of designing and developing digital experiences that have resonated with users–UX/UI Designer Chen Odesky. Her first experience in business and design was in the media and marketing industry, where she shaped her skills in planning, developing, marketing, and analyzing various digital assets. Her priority is to always consider user needs and create a seamless, unique, and innovative experience.
Whether you're a digital marketer, UX designer, product manager, or business owner, join us as we explore ways in creating compelling digital experiences that users love and how to design digital experiences that are user-friendly and easy to navigate.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 102 by Beata Young with guest Rita Ernst.
In this episode 102 of Positivity Hack Delivered, we will dive into the power of positive thinking and explore practical strategies for cultivating a positive mindset. Our guest is Rita Ernst, owner of “Ignite Your Extraordinary”, an organizational consulting practice emphasizing the convergence of happiness and productivity to create positive, committed, high-performing companies. Rita is also the Author of the book “Show Up Positive.”
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode #101 by Beata Young with guest Krista Kim.
The Metaverse is a virtual space where people can interact with each other and digital objects in a shared, immersive environment. It's a world that's rapidly growing and expanding, and it has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of our lives–including mental health.
For Positivity Hack Delivered Episode 101, we will explore the exciting ways in which the Metaverse is transforming mental health with special guest Krista Kim, an acclaimed creator and pioneer in the Metaverse space who has firsthand experience of deploying the power of virtual reality and other technologies to address mental health challenges. Krista is a contemporary artist, co-founder of 0.xyz, and founder of Techism (2014).
Whether you're already familiar with the Metaverse or just curious about its potential to transform our well-being, this episode is not to be missed. Join us as we delve into this exciting new field with one of its most visionary and innovative leaders.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 100 by Beata Young with guests Nayra Hashem and Darinka Burovska.
Nayra Hashem is a developer at the Ministry of Justice in Yemen and works as a freelance mobile app developer and UX designer.
Darinka Burovska is a product discovery and product management coach, and an advocate for diversity and woman empowerment.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 099 by Beata Young with guest Precious Williams.
The Pitch Queen, Precious L. Williams, is a 13-time national elevator pitch champion. Her company, Perfect Pitches by Precious, teaches you the tools and tenacity to pitch with power, sell with storytelling, and develop a masterful mindset for communication. Precious is a dynamic international professional speaker, effective corporate trainer and 4X 1 bestselling author.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 098 by Beata Young with guest Mary Shank Rockman.
For Positivity Hack Delivered 098, we will explore the strategies and tactics that businesses and brands can use to create compelling and attention-grabbing content that will connect with the audience in a meaningful way. We will be joined by our guest Mary Shank Rockman, Principal & CEO of MSR Communications, one of the nation’s top boutique Tech PR firms which has created and executed award-winning PR, social, and digital marketing programs for the world’s leading brands since 1999.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 097 by Beata Young with guest Nayra Hashem.
For Positivity Hack Delivered episode 97, our second-time guest Nayra Hashem will be walking us through a simple workflow that would help beginners build beautiful apps with Flutter. Nayra is a UX Designer and Mobile Developer who self-studied to learn mobile development. One of the frameworks she studied is Flutter, an open source framework by Google for building beautiful applications. Currently, Nayra is finishing her Google Professional Certificate in UX design.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 096 by Beata Young with guest Sumaiya Noor.
Our guest Sumaiya Noor will take us through her unique journey as a woman from an underprivileged background who applied for a scholarship to achieve a global career in technology. Sumaiya has 13+ years of experience in a wide range of leadership roles and has taken global roles where she led and managed teams across several countries/continents in Product Management, Digital Transformation, and Talent Management. She is also on the Advisory Council of Harvard Business Review (HBR) and a member of the World Economic Forum’s AI Council.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 095 by Beata Young with guest Helene Panzarino.
Helene Panzarino is an Associate Director with the Centre for Digital Banking and Finance in LIBF, part of the Vacuumlabs Community Bank team, an experienced FinTech Programme Director, a passionate entrepreneur, educator and author. Her career boasts a number of ‘firsts’, including the FinTech Scale Programme for Rainmaking, the Inaugural Programme of Education and Events for Innovate Finance as well as the FinTech Entrepreneurship Masters’ for UCL.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 094 - International Women's Day Special Episode by Beata Young.
On March 8, women (and men) all over the world celebrate International Women's Day. This year, the focus is innovation and technology to achieve gender equality.
Women have been breaking the glass ceiling for years. We've been making our presence felt in every industry and in every corner of the world, but there are still big challenges for women: how to get noticed, how to get hired, how to be taken seriously… and the list goes on.
In honor of International Women's Day, Women On IT founder and Positivity Hack Delivered host, Beata Young will be taking a look back at some highlights from past episodes/interviews with inspiring guests, that will help women break through glass ceilings and become #WomenOnIT.
We're so excited to share these key takeaways with you, and we hope they inspire you to share your own experiences as well.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 093 by Beata Young with guest Breen Sullivan.
Breen Sullivan is a C-Suite executive, the Founder of The Fourth Floor, a Market Network on a mission to close the gender power, wealth, and funding gap by diversifying boardrooms and cap tables. The Fourth Floor matches startups and companies to board-ready women in a trusted, efficient and cost-effective way to disrupt the traditional board search process and break systemic barriers that have kept women out of the board candidate pipeline.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 092 by Beata Young with guest Dorian Mintzer.
Dorian Mintzer is working to empower people to confront and recognize societal ageism and internalized ageism. Dorian is a retirement coach, consultant, and popular speaker. She combines her personal and professional experiences as a therapist, coach, and teacher with expertise in adult development, life planning, and positive psychology as she works to help people navigate the second half of life.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 091 by Beata Young with guest Azadeh Williams.
Azadeh Williams is the Managing Director or AZK Media, is just the right person to provide insights in this scope. With over 20 years' global experience in media, marketing and public relations, Azadeh is passionate about helping B2B companies expand into new and emerging markets. She has produced over 8,000 new stories, research insights, PR and marketing campaigns globally as a former solicitor, lecturer and international journalist.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 090 by Beata Young with guest Nora DiNuzzo.
Nora DiNuzzo has spent the first 15 years of her career working for independent advertising agencies, pitching hundreds of brands from startups to Fortune 500. She has helped many big companies get bigger but her passion for helping the small business community inspired her to start Pitcher, a brand strategy and growth consultancy for small businesses (<$25mm) helping founders optimize their potential.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 089 by Beata Young with guest Tasha Penwell.
Tasha, is the founder of Bytes and Bits, she's an Educator and Digital Marketer who left a career in higher education to focus on teaching technology skills in rural and underserved communities.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 088 by Beata Young with guest Madona S. Wambua.
Madona S. Wambua, is a Senior Android Engineer, and Google Developer Expert for Android who has over five years of experience developing Android applications. She is also an author, with her first book: “Modern Android 13 Development Cookbook.” Madona is also a keynote speaker, GDG NYC Lead, Women Techmakers Ambassador, and a host of Tech Talks with Madona, a podcast geared towards supporting women in STEM.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 087 by Beata Young with guest Tiffani Teachey.
We are joined by a STEM Advocate – from an engineer to TEDx international speaker and children’s book author, Tiffani Teachey is passionate in inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers and educating them about the importance and representation in these fields. She is an international best-selling author of the children's book “What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z” and two women empowerment books.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 086 by Beata Young with guests Martina Zammit and Rachel Cachia.
In this episode of Positivity Hack Delivered, we'll be having two females who are redefining the way we think about entrepreneurship in the small island of Malta and beyond. We'll hear from Martina Zammit and Rachel Cachia who have built thriving careers in their respective industries by embracing the power of creativity through videos which tell a story that will leave an impact on viewers.
Martina and Rachel are co-founders of VSQUARED, a one-stop-shop marketing and creative agency that narrates its clients’ stories through elements of design, digital, and video. They are also partners as co-founder and Director/Host, respectively, in a tech-focused TV show called GADGETS that provides a space to nurture creative ideas when it comes to innovations and technological advancements.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 085 by Beata Young with guest Charlotte Fuller.
Charlotte Fuller is a self-proclaimed Confidence Expert who is on a mission to teach ambitious women in tech how to build the bullet-proof confidence they need to thrive in their careers. As a specialist in helping industry leading organisations strategically adopt emerging technologies, she has experienced the many challenges that so often come with being an ambitious woman in a typically male-dominated environment. She is now determined to support female tech talent to build the confidence, skills and mindset required to reach their full potential.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 084 by Beata Young with guest Chris Hood.
For Positivity Hack Delivered 84, we will be joined by Chris Hood, a digital strategist, podcast host, and writer. He is a veteran of the digital entertainment industry with more than three decades of working across various mediums, including television, film, music, and video games.
Chris is the Head of Business Innovation & Strategy at Google. His thought leadership and strategic insights on digital and business transformation have fueled countless enterprises’ digital success. At Google, he’s been fortunate enough to keep his pulse on the media and entertainment industry with strategic participation in industry solutions and developing incredible digital experiences across all of the mediums. Chris is also a host of a weekly business podcast for Google Cloud called “That Digital Show”.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 083 by Beata Young with guest Kelly Hoey.
A network-building expert, Kelly Hoey is the author of “Build Your Dream Network: Forging Powerful Relationships In A Hyper-Connected World”. She’s currently working on her second book which focuses on the unique networks women need for career success. Kelly has been lauded by Forbes (“1 of 5 Women Changing the World of VC/Entrepreneurship”) and Business Insider (“1 of the 100 Most Influential Tech Women On Twitter”), has contributed to a variety of publications including The New York Times - these and other unexpected career opportunities she notes, are a direct result of building a network.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 082 by Beata Young with guest Angela Thurman.
Angela Thurman is passionate about mentoring and supporting women in the manufacturing industry. She is a volunteer and currently the Secretary and the Membership Director for Texas Chapter at Women in Manufacturing® (WiM), the only national and global trade association dedicated to providing year-round support to women in manufacturing and working toward “a world in which a diverse and inclusive manufacturing sector offers equitable opportunities and rewarding careers for all people.”
Angela Thurman has 30+ years of experience in project management and currently the Principal Managing Director of Thurman Co., which supports and provides services to manufacturers including some of the most widely known manufacturers in the US such as Boeing, Toyota, Dell Technologies. Tesla, and SpaceX.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 080 by Beata Young with guest Deepshikha Kumar.
Deepshikha Kumar is on a mission to bridge that gap. She is the Founder and Managing Partner at SpeakIn, Asia’s largest digital campus for leaders and their teams to book 1:1 coaching and group speaker sessions. With her vision of creating an open talent economy, SpeakIn grants aspiring and existing entrepreneurs access to pioneer, accomplished experts whose expertise span over 500 varying topics.
Deepshikha has been awarded and recognized numerous times in her entrepreneurial journey – 2019 Asia Women Icon Award Singapore. 2020 Top 100 Women Entrepreneurs by The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Government of India, 2021 Economic Times Most Promising Women Leaders, 2020 Google Digital Women Award in Leadership to name a few of her prestigious awards.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 081 by Beata Young with guest Cindy Gallop.
This week’s PHD focuses on an incredible entrepreneurial woman's relentless pursuit to establish an entire business sector, all the while hacking a better, more diverse and - listen up people: MORE PROFITABLE! - world.
Addressing often unspoken issues, Cindy is untapping a global social issue opportunity which “white guys talking to white guys about other white guys,” remarkably didn’t discern.
With white bloke boardrooms ignoring the huge market of women's needs, wants and desires, Cindy realised she could break a massive taboo, disrupt the shame cycle and make a sh*t ton of money to quote her inimitable phrase.
Sextech is amongst the most innovative, rapidly growing industries today. Women have consistently been at the forefront of sexual liberation. Via MakeLoveNotPorn.tv Cindy’s illustrious career as a brand and business innovator, consultant, coach and keynote speaker is challenging the status quo and building a whole new movement towards “Shared Values plus Shared Actions = Shared Profits.”
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 079 by Beata Young with guest Deborah Driggs.
Our guest for Positivity Hack Delivered 79 Deborah Driggs knows how much of a difference it can make to have a helping hand when one needs it the most. Just like many successful individuals, Deborah has had to clear many hurdles in life to get where she is now from being a Playboy Centerfold and Covergirl to her life as a Screen Actors’ Guild member and then a top-rated insurance industry professional.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 078 by Beata Young with guest Mary Collin.
For Positivity Hack Delivered 78, our guest will be Mary Collin, who is passionate about helping business owners do more, in less time, giving them a ‘life’ as well as a business. She does this through her focus on 90days (every 90days). She’s worked with thousands of business owners – from ‘want to be’ business owners to national and international organisations and has helped them get amazing results through simple tools, resources and guidance. She helps you get clarity on WHAT you want, WHEN and WHY and helps you steer your course to achievement and enjoyment as you realise your vision.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 077 by Beata Young with guest Vamsi K Polimetla.
Our guest for Positivity Hack Delivered 77 is helping people win – Vamsi K Polimetla is a Thought Leader, High-Performance Coach, and Life & Business Strategist. After 23 years of being in the corporate IT world, Vamsi has taken a leap of faith for the sake of growth. He started “Make More Leaders”, an organization that helps people reach their fullest potential by showing them greater opportunities and re-igniting their passion. He has helped hundreds of people communicate better, get unstuck, and find true freedom.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 076 by Beata Young with guest Annabel Kaye.
Our guest for Positivity Hack Delivered 76, Annabel Kaye, has spent more than 40 years helping growing businesses sort out the practical and legal side of paying people. In 1980, she founded Irenicon, helping organisations in the UK sort out HR and employment law issues.
In 2009, fascinated by the growing gig economy, she founded KoffeeKlatch specifically to support organisations which outsource to freelancers, ensuring a “win win” where all parties maximize the value of the relationship and seeking to close any compliance gaps to avoid problems for companies and freelancers alike.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 075 by Beata Young with guest Nayra Hashem.
Nayra Hashem learned and self-studied all about mobile app development since 2014. She was fascinated by technology and the amazing things we could do with it. She learned using Flutter and has done several applications. Currently, she is completing her Google Professional Certificate in UX design while working with the IT team at the Ministry of Justice in Yemen as a developer as well as a mobile developer and a UX designer in her free time.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 074 by Beata Young with guest Kim Vermaak.
Building her writing career isn’t a walk in the park for Kim Vermaak, our guest for Positivity Hack Delivered 75. But her passion kept her going when the road turns bumpy and the driving force behind her successful author career. Now she is passionate about teaching authors to thrive and create strong foundations for building book-preneur businesses that help them turn their dreams of being an author into reality.
Kim is a South African-born author who writes about medieval fantasy series. She is a speaker, trainer, and bookstore owner who has been an entrepreneur for over 20 years and in that time she has helped hundreds of authors, brand managers, and entrepreneurs build their brands. She was a winner of a Regional business award, a recipient of the Panche Woman of Wonder Award, and has been featured in publications such as Cosmopolitan and Destiny Magazine, and served as the vice chair for the Johannesburg Business Women’s Association.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 073 by Beata Young with guest Karese Laguerre.
Our guest for Positivity Hack Delivered episode 73 is Karese Laguerre, a Registered Dental Hygienist and Myofunctional Therapist, who has written the book "Accomplished: How to Sleep Better, Eliminate Burnout and Execute Goals". Through tele-therapy she helps clients of all ages overcome tongue ties, TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, grinding, anxiety, and various breathing and orofacial dysfunction. She is changing the quality of life of her clients through her "The Myo Spot", a practice that amplifies oral wellness to whole body wellness through dynamic myofunctional therapy.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 072 by Beata Young with guest Beata Green.
PosititivityHackDelievered #072 guest Beata Green currently leads the growth and expansion of HeadChannel Consulting, a bespoke software and consulting development firm. She started her career in IT with the Financial Times Newspaper and worked for other companies in the capacity of the IT Strategic Advisor including WestLB Bank and the Home Office.
Green has been helping clients to implement complex software development solutions for over 20 years, spanning many corporations and SMEs alike. She is passionate about the benefits that technology can deliver to businesses from improved process efficiency, cost reduction, better management information and competitive innovation.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 071 by Beata Young with guest Masha Zvereva.
Join us live for Positivity Hack Delivered #071 with guest Masha Zvereva, an entrepreneur, speaker, content creator, ex-Googler and advocate for women in the workplace. She is on a mission to drive female impact and innovation in tech by helping women to navigate the corporate world - and giving them the tools to transform the work culture to meet their needs and life choices.
Time to see ourselves as equals in our industry; stop letting our gender define us and start seeing ourselves as creators who deserve equal treatment. Let’s break the cycle and cultivate more female leaders!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 70 by Beata Young with guest Rachel Kowert.
For #PositivityHackDelivered 70, we will be joined by a world-renowned researcher on the uses and effects of digital games, Rachel Kowert, Ph.D. She is a research psychologist and the Research Director of “Take This”. She is also an award-winning author, has published a variety of books and scientific articles relating to the psychology of games and, more recently, the relationship between games and mental health specifically.
In 2021, Dr. Kowert was chosen as a member of The Game Awards Future Class, representing the best and brightest of the future of video games. She has been featured in various media outlets, including NPR, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, the Atlantic, Wired, and video game publications such as Kotaku and Polygon.
Whether you might be addicted to your favorite games, or if you're worried about the effect gaming has on your brain or your relatives’, join us on this show as we talk about and explore the science behind video games and mental health.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 069 by Beata Young with guest Judith Kaluzny.
For #PositivityHackDelivered 069, we will be joined by Judith Kaluzny, Mediator and Lawyer for Divorces for over 43 years. She created the Marriage License Handbook of the Rules for Marriage – a quick and easy reference to the small details everyone should know before they say “I do.” In her years of service, she found many clients had not understood the financial consequences of marriage and very few people realized they could write financial agreements during marriage and post-nups, and thought everything they owned before marriage became community property upon marriage.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 068 by Beata Young with guest Debra Falzoi.
For Positivity Hack Delivered 68, our guest Debra Falzoi is a firm believer that all employees deserve dignity and respect at work for their well-being. She helps employees define themselves according to their own values and teaches their employers how to get results by focusing on employees' power. She’s helped hundreds of employees understand their abuse situations, discover their self-worth, and learn how to move on from their toxic work cultures. She's been quoted in numerous media outlets including Redbook, Forbes, Monster, Alternet, and Truthout. Deb hosts the "Screw the Hierarchy" podcast and has built a base of more than 10,000 workplace anti-bullying legislation supporters.
If you are struggling with a toxic workplace culture or workplace abuse, remember: You have so much potential and so many things that you can achieve in life. Don't let anyone take away your drive or make you feel like you aren't worth anything.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 067 by Beata Young with guest Andy Gwynn.
For #PositivityHackDelivered 67, we will be joined by one of the most sought after Linkedin Trainers & Coaches in the UK – Andy Gwynn. He is a leading Business Coach, Speaker & Author. He has helped hundreds of businesses to generate more sales through their use of Linkedin and has coached hundreds of business owners and corporate directors to greater profitability, more free time and successful relationships across their business and personal lives.
Andy’s flagship keynote presentations are mainly focused on using LinkedIn platform to leverage businesses and career opportunities. He has helped 100’s of businesses to generate more sales through their use of Linkedin.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 066 by Beata Young with guest Nicola Comninos.
For #PositivityHackDelivered 66, we will be joined by two inspiring women who are both passionate about women empowerment. Natalie Abrahams is a self published author of 2 biographies “Get Up and Go On” and “While I'm Waiting'' and recently published the book “Made To Last”. Natalie is the founder of the “I Matter” organisation and the founder and host of the annual “Girl! You Know I Matter” women's conference. She currently serves on the Leads Logistics Provider and Global Women's Forums at her current employer. She serves her colleagues as a SHERO and Round Table Talk host. She has over 20 years corporate experience in the logistics industry and has spent most of her career in business development.
Nicola Comninos is passionate about mentorship, financial inclusion, and transformation. She is amongst the 13 women who contributed in the book “Made To Last” sharing her own inspiring life experiences. Nicola is the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) of Purple Group with over 15 years’ experience in financial markets. Some of her previous roles include Group CRO of the JSE; chair of the JSE pension fund board; and Managing Director of a Hedge Fund Platform, Nautilus. Nicola is also a nature lover and an avid traveller.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 065 by Beata Young with guest Guy Kawasaki.
For our Positivity Hack Delivered Episode 65, we are lucky to have the opportunity to sit down with one of the most prolific, influential tech and business leaders in history: Guy Kawasaki. With over 5 million followers on social media and a long history of working with some of the largest global brands, he is a true icon, a legendary figure in the world of entrepreneurship, marketing and technology.
Guy is famous for his unique approach to success: success comes from empowering others. Great leaders don't just look out for themselves—they make sure other people are taken care of as well. Ensure everyone has access to what they need to succeed and be happy. Focus on empowering people not just within - but also outside - the business world.
Kawasaki is the chief evangelist of Canva, an online graphic design tool and also a founding partner of Garage Technology Ventures, a VC firm that makes direct investments in startup tech companies. Formerly, he was an advisor to the Motorola business unit of Google, served as Chief Evangelist of Apple for 4 years, and sat as a trustee of the Wikimedia Foundation. Guy gives motivational and insightful keynote speeches about innovation, enchantment, social media, evangelism, and entrepreneurship that truly empower his audiences in a wide range of industries and fields. He is the author of “Wise Guy”, “The Art of the Start 2.0”, “The Art of Social Media”, “Enchantment”, and eleven other books.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 064 by Beata Young with guest Olivia Hardie Neil.
Meet Olivia Hardie Neil, our guest for #PositivityHackDelivered Episode 64. She is passionate about creating accessible content for students to help them achieve their goals and find the fun in studying. She has worked in content creation and social media management, as well as various education centred positions. Olivia is a third year Bachelor of Laws & Arts student from New Zealand. She has a mostly female audience of 90% from (in order) the US, UK, Philippines, Australia, and Canada.
If you’re a student seeking for tips and tricks that can help you get on top of your education game or a digital content creator seeking inspiration to produce quality content for your audience, join us in a fun and informative session in this PHD episode!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 063 by Beata Young with guest Eva Galant.
Eva Galant, has 9 years experience in the international market in the tech and startups sector. She is an entrepreneur and co-founded three startups. Her own health experience led her to build a medical app – she is the Founder and CEO of Hashiona, the first medical app that helps manage thyroid conditions.
Eva succeeded in product launch, strategy, marketing implementation, product innovation, driving new business opportunities, products and solutions. Before moving to London, she successfully sold her company Elite Card, a B2C Loyalty Program with more than 400 partners and 3000 paying customers.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 062 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Vanessa Marcié.
Our #PositivityHackDelivered guest is an expert on Humour and Leadership. Dr. Vanessa Marcié is the founder and CEO of Leading With Humour, an innovative consultancy and Leadership Development firm that helps leaders and organisations to harness the power of humour for more productive, inclusive and funnier workplaces.
Dr. Vanessa bridges entertainment, business and academia. She is a leadership coach, Laughter Yoga trainer, international speaker, an academic, and a stand-up comedian. Her research work on Humour and Leadership has been published in The Financial Times, The European Business Review, La Tribune and Harvard Business Review France.
Her main message: “If you want to accelerate your business or career success, you need to understand the art and science of humour in leadership.”
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 061 by Beata Young with guest Kari DePhillips.
Due to viewer’s demand we’re bringing back our guest for this week’s Positivity Hack Delivered – Kari DePhillips, Sister In SEO, the CEO of one of the top SEO agencies in the English-speaking world, The Content Factory. It is a digital PR agency that specializes in SEO and social media marketing. TCF also offers white-label services to other agencies, in addition to corporate and individual trainings in SEO, content strategy, social media marketing and digital PR. They have been featured in various media outlets for their digital marketing expertise and work culture.
Kari was recently named one of the top 3 women in the industry by SERPstat; and a "limit-breaking female founder" by Thrive. NBC News referred to her as a "CEO who takes job perks to the max" due to the fact that all of TCF's employees work from home, or wherever there's WiFi. Kari has established herself as an expert in her field and has built a great reputation for her brand. This is your opportunity to learn from someone who has successfully done it herself!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 060 by Beata Young with guest Nikki Stewart.
Our guest for Positivity Hack Delivered #60, Nikki Stewart, is a Global Marketing Consultant and Digital Evangelist. She has spent over 20 years working in a range of marketing roles as a self-employed contractor. Nikki stepped out of the corporate world to explore life as a digital nomad. She worked and travelled (and was based) in Barcelona, Italy, and Turkey.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 059 by Beata Young with guest Rosa Armesto Plaja.
Our PHD guest, Rosa Armesto Plaja, is the Deputy Director-General of the Federation of European Securities Exchanges (FESE), responsible for coordinating all regulatory policy campaigns and strengthening FESE’s positioning on the key issues and priorities for exchanges in Europe. Rosa has almost 15 years of professional experience in EU affairs for the financial sector. She was Head of Public and Regulatory Affairs of FESE and prior to rejoining FESE, she spent 4 years as a Member of the Management Team and Head of Public Affairs and Communications of Insurance Europe, in charge of the interest representation of the European insurance sector. She has worked in Brussels since 2007, coming from Eurostat (the statistical office of the European Commission) in Luxembourg. Rosa holds a Master’s degree in Economics (major in Econometrics), a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, and a Professional degree in Piano. She is a Spanish national and speaks English, French and Spanish.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 058 by Beata Young with guest Tyrhonda Knowles - Glinton.
Mrs. Glinton is a Project Manager at The Department of Transformation and Digitization (DTaD), where she led several Digitization projects in the public service. She is a Certified Business Professional in Project Management and a Youth Leader from the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture. She also volunteers as the Contestants Manager for the Miss Bahamas Teenager Pageant where she serves as a mentor for teenage girls for the past seven years, to represent The Bahamas. Because of her dedication and commitment to youth development, she was nominated for the 2013 & 2020 Youth Ally Ministry of Youth Awards.
With FEM STEM, Mrs. Glinton created an Awards Ceremony recognizing girls who excel in STEM. Along with 4 Bahamians girls in STEM, she attended and presented during the 5th International Day of Girls in Science Panel discussion hosted at The United Nations in New York. Over the past two years, she partnered with the Ministry of Social Services hosting a number of STEM-based competitions, workshops and seminars.
Most recently she was appointed as Co-Chair for the CARICOM Secretariat Girls in ICT and Youth in Single Space Committee. Mrs. Glinton also serves as a part time IT Assessor/Instructor for high school kids in the National Training Agency’s Pre Apprenticeship Program.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 057 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Tracy Brower.
Dr. Tracy Brower is a PhD sociologist studying work-life fulfillment and happiness. She authored the books “The Secrets to Happiness at Work” and “Bring Work to Life”. She is the Vice President of Workplace Insight for Steelcase and a contributor to Forbes.com and Fast Company. She is an award-winning speaker with over 25 years of experience working with global clients to achieve business results.
Tracy is an executive advisor to Like|Minded, Coda Societies and to the MSU Master Industrial Mathematics Program. Her work has been featured in TEDx, The Wall Street Journal, Work-Life Balance in the 21st Century (book), Globe and Mail (Canada), InsideHR (Australia), HR Director (UK), T3N (Germany), Real Estate Review Journal, Fortune.com, Inc. Magazine, HBR (France) and more.
If you’re aiming to develop your leadership skills, tune in and join us on a new Positivity Hack Delivered episode to discuss why happiness matters for great leadership, what are leadership shifts and how technology facilitates and fosters these shifts.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 056 by Beata Young with guest Reny Morsch.
Our PHD guest, Reny Morsch, has decided it’s time to enter a new career path, after 31 years of working in the financial industry. She has been a lover of fashion and costume since childhood, leading her to take a postgraduate course and eventually graduate with distinction in Theatre Costume at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London.
She has been working as a Costume Designer and Maker as well as a Costume Supervisor for theatre and film productions. Reny specializes in corsetry and millinery and is currently working as a milliner for Stephen Jones Millinery Ltd and Awon Golding Millinery. She also runs her own label, Rebels and Mavericks, selling bespoke clothing and hats.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 055 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Marisha Stewart.
Our PHD Guest Dr. Marisha Stewart, a licensed minister at Cornerstone Peaceful Bible Baptist Church will share with us simple ways to help you increase your self-esteem and build confidence in yourself. The traumatic experience of her divorce was the most influential moment that catapulted Dr Marisha to be an encourager, author, counsellor, influencer, divorce coach and podcaster of the Lioness Queen podcast and the "I Am Series" Women's Empowerment session. Now her podcast airs on 10 different platforms all over the world with 4.2K downloads and was recently featured as #11 in Feedspots, Top 20 Christian Women Podcast and #12 in Top Divorce podcasts.
Since the launch of her podcast in March of 2020, she has been featured on more than 30 other podcasts and IG LIVE shows that are giving women hope and a voice. It is her transparency and willingness to be honest about the importance of how a holistic approach is the best medicine to heal from the emotional traumas.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 054 by Beata Young with guest Tamika Bickham.
Tamika Bickham is the Founder and Chief Storyteller of TB Media Group, a video podcaster, and an award-winning TV journalist and on-camera host.
She believes that stories make us human, and our stories connect us. After telling thousands of stories over the last 15 years, Tamika truly understands the power of a well-told story. Now, she works with businesses that care about health, wellness, and happiness, to help them cultivate their unique story, create engaging content, and connect with their audience in an authentic way.
Join us as we discuss important aspects, not just for influencers and well-known personalities but also for entrepreneurs and business owners, to cultivate a unique and outstanding personal brand that will enable people to recognize and associate you with your company in a positive way.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 053 by Beata Young with guests Jessica McQuoid & Cate Mentink.
Beyond the Birds and Bees Project Manager, Jessica McQuoid is an advocate for community empowerment and quality Relationships and Sexuality Education. From journalism to fitness instructing to life as a pastry chef, Jessica is now following her passion for Health Education and Health Promotion. Jessica currently works in sexual violence prevention as a health educator in high schools and has recently been involved in a mentoring programme to get advice on how to manage a start-up business.
Youthline Auckland Charitable Trust Helpline Counsellor, Cate Mentink is a passionate advocate for the health and wellbeing of others. She founded the idea of Beyond the Birds and Bees through her Master’s degree in Technological Futures, which she completed in 2021. Cate currently works as an Impact and Insights lead in a social innovation team at a large Māori (indigenous New Zealander) organisation in Auckland, New Zealand.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 052 by Beata Young with guest Prof. Dr. Birgit Felden.
Prof. Dr. Birgit Felden brings her experience from around 30 years as an entrepreneur, board member and active supervisory board member as she advises companies on strategic and financial issues and on family business governance. After getting her doctorate in law in Bonn, she founded a family business in 1995, where she was a board member until 2015 and a supervisory board member until 2018.
Since 2006, she has been head of the Entrepreneurship and Succession program and since 2008, she’s the founding director of the Research Institute for Entrepreneurship, SMEs and Family Businesses at the HWR Berlin, where she develops concepts and instruments for family businesses. She is an author, a speaker, and also a financial expert and entrepreneurial sparring partner on various supervisory and advisory boards since 1998.
Due to her many years of experience, Dr. Felden has an excellent network in companies, credit institutions, universities and politics
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 051 by Beata Young with guest Pen Huston.
CPP Founder Pen Huston founded the idea back in November 2019 and now she has been on different platforms such as social media, ITV , channel4, Euronews, Newspapers, podcasts, live streams, workshops and tours. She also mentors other CPP area groups and others with this project. The project will keep going until plastics change or crisp packet materials change.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 050 by Beata Young with guest Alison Falk.
Alison Falk is a highly organized, collaborative, and deadline-oriented product manager, award-winning founder, and international speaker, whose areas of expertise include business and technical acumen, brand maturation, and strategic data-driven planning.
She is the founder of WIT PGH, a nonprofit that prioritizes a holistic approach to learning emerging skills and technologies. Alison is also an international speaker and a Hack NOT Crime advocate. With six years of demonstrated leadership experience, Alison has designed, developed, and organically scaled tech-related products that have resulted in increased employment opportunities through team expansion, sustainable funding streams, and continued impactful results for both clients and users.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 049 by Beata Young with guest David Medansky.
David Medansky is a non-practicing lawyer, an international best-selling author, and known as “The Overweight Person's Best Friend”. At the age of 61, David was told by his doctor that he had a 95% chance for a fatal heart attack, and that he did not believe that David could lose all that extra weight.
During the next four months David lost 50 pounds and learned how to reduce weight without going on a diet, counting calories, or exercising. Now David feels great, has more energy, and improved his overall health.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 048 by Beata Young with guest Jenny Cohen Derfler.
The problem is simple - when you’re out in somewhere-stan or even closer to home in where-mania - and you’re feeling a bit under the weather… how can you find a doctor who speaks your language?
Thinking ahead with this travelers' dilemma led Jenny Cohen Derfler to create AirDoctor, an app enabling medical appointments to be scheduled across no fewer than 61 countries using a platform built in 6 languages. Forget the unicorn, the demand for medicine may make AirDoctor a decacorn as we travel again post Covid 19.
Join us as we discuss topics and tips on building a global medical startup, and get to know more about Jenny Cohen Derfler and how her 20 year career with Intel led her to her startup decade first with ElectRoad and now AirDoctor.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 047 by Beata Young with guest Priyanka Komala.
In this week’s episode, we will be joined by Priyanka Komala, who has served as the Vice President of DC Web Women and was previously on the board of Byte Back Next Generation Council. She is passionate about using technology as an enabler to help scientists communicate effectively to varied audiences and is hosting a podcast at the academies #oceanpod featuring eminent scientists from around the globe. Priyanka is also a dynamic trailblazer in the STEM space, who has carried her expertise into a multitude of channels, from conference rooms to radio talk shows. She is also the creator of Curryup Leadership, a podcast with over 100 episodes that serves to platform the accomplishments of various Asian leaders and innovators who are making an impact in their field. Her outgoing attitude and driven approach to her work has brought her steady success, but her passion for uplifting and empowering others along the way is perhaps her most remarkable feat.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 046 by Beata Young with guest Sheba Wilson.
Sheba Wilson, is the Group Director of Human Resources for a luxury hotel brand in the Turks and Caicos Islands. During her career, Sheba has changed the function and impact of HR across the brand to support business goals and strategies while serving the needs and aspirations of over 600 employees! She has created a culture of learning and development, internal promotions, and consistently high employee retention rates across properties.
Sheba is also an Executive Director of The John Maxwell Team, a DISC certified trainer and consultant, and the CEO of Sheba Wilson Training Ltd — a full-service leadership training, coaching and consulting company in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 045 by Beata Young with guest Leszek W Król.
In this week’s episode, we will be joined by Leszek W Król, initiator and founder of the University of Games, owner of STRIXSPACE, author, and an enthusiast in designing strategies and developing technology products and services. Leszek actively participates in many national and international conferences and scientific seminars and is very passionate when it comes to new technologies.
Join us as we discuss topics including pros and cons of Flutter, why you should work with it, how you can get started and most importantly where you find more information and how to get started to learn Flutter.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 044 by Beata Young with guests Gunnar Stefansson, Marcos Bravo & Patrick L. Young.
Recent projections based on economic scenarios modeled by McKinsey and Oxford Economics estimate that employment for women may not recover to pre-pandemic levels until 2024—two full years after the recovery for men. Without significant action, such as additional employer support and training programs, Fortune Magazine reports there is a real danger that female labor force participation could face its steepest sustained decline since World War II.
Female workforce participation has already dropped to 57%—the lowest level since 1988, according to the National Women’s Law Center.
Time for an engaging episode with our gentlemen guests asking questions that otherwise only women are asked, the purpose of this episode is not only to entertain our audience but most of all educate about bias and ways to navigate through "the men's world".
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 043 by Beata Young with guest Emma Stroud.
Emma Stroud runs Mastermind Groups for CEOs, MDs and entrepreneurs. Her current creative production is an autobiographical film that was adapted from her sold-out theatre show, Me: Em. Re: Framed will be shown to the general public in 2022. Em also writes regularly for various magazines and has been a featured expert on the BBC and ITV.
Her podcast Clowning Around that was launched successfully in February last year has garnered listeners worldwide and is now a Top 30 podcast in the UK. She also has her Tedx talk “Be More Banana” - which is the only TEDx talk where the speaker is dressed as a banana.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 042 by Beata Young with guest Brenden Kumarasamy.
Brenden Kumarasamy is the founder of MasterTalk. Brenden coaches ambitious executives and entrepreneurs and helps them become top 1% communicators in their industry. He aims to provide free access to communication tools for everyone through his YouTube channel MasterTalk.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 041 by Beata Young with guests Fernerin Hanna and Bria Deveaux.
Bria is Equities Coordinator at ArawakX Exchange, & also co-founder of Project Limestone, a Bahamian Non Profit focused on exposing youth to new experiences through mentor matching, camps and after-school programs. Fun fact: Bria competed as a swimmer in the 2010 Summer Youth Olympics!
Fern is currently the ArawakX Exchange Director of Special Projects & co-founder of Genesis Junkanoo Organization, which advocates for proper organizational structures, transparency and accountability assisting members in need and the community at large.
In this episode, Bria and Fern will share their insights about Building an Investor Ecosystem - a network where investors, entrepreneurs, and others in the community can meet and make social connections to grow the economy.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 040 by Beata Young with guest Keenya Kelly.
Keenya Kelly is the CEO of If You Brand It, a marketing and consulting firm in San Diego, CA. Keenya strategically helps business owners understand the value of marketing their businesses online through a video. In 2020, Keenya decided to learn about the TikTok platform as a way to market her business during the pandemic. In just 12 short months Keenya has grown her account to over 400,000 followers and has helped clients reach millions.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 039 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Karin Jakubowski.
Dr. Karin, currently the host of “Momnificent” Podcast, is a well-respected international influencer on helping kids live healthier lives. With a doctorate in Educational Leadership, she has nearly 2 years of experience in education and is highly regarded as an educational gamechanger.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 038 by Beata Young with guest Aleksandra Kunysz.
Aleksandra Kunysz has spent years creating software. Being experienced in full-stack programming, testing, requirements gathering, and also conducting training, Ola has worked in corporations, startups, and pro bono in various industries and countries. Having been an advocate for quality among programmers, Ola enjoys solving problems and writing meaningful codes.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 037 by Beata Young with guest Vladlena DuFresne.
In this Livestream discussion, “Positivity Hack Delivered” will be by Vladlena DuFresne, founder of a new startup, ROGO.
Recognizing that COVID has brought urban life to a halt — stalling the chance encounters, face-to-face exchanges, and creative networks that help make cities such powerful engines of innovation, Vladlena is building an app that enables you to rent items from others near you at a low cost. Additionally, it is a platform that enables you to be a lender of your items to generate a side income.
A great idea is only the beginning. Learn how Vladlena navigates the road ahead with faith and resilient optimism.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 036 by Beata Young with guest Mildred Murphy.
Mildred Murphy is the CEO and one of the Co-Founders of Noontide, a complete Facility Service Contracting Powerhouse. Her entrepreneurial spirit and genius for creating inclusive solutions underpin her accomplishments. In addition to her business career in construction, real estate, renewable energy, and manufacturing she has also been a personal advisor to a President and represented his national interests in Washington DC and around the world. She is the epitome of courage, passion and has a deep sense of caring for people. In her home country of the Bahamas, she has a charitable foundation that empowers women.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 035 by Beata Young with guest Syeda Kauser Inamdar.
Syeda Kauser Inamdar is a senior software engineer. Whether in coding, public speaking, or coffee making, she is always striving for perfection, you can follow her on Instagram @codealatte
She has been doing her part in empowering the community by giving multiple tech talks and participating in panels as well.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 034 by Beata Young with guest Christian Lovrecich.
Anything about Entrepreneurship, Advertising & Digital Media, Christian Lovrecich is your go-to guy, as featured in The Wall Street Journal, among other publications. He’s currently on a mission to help businesses scale from 6 to 7, 8 figures (or higher), harnessing the full power of Facebook Ads through innovative marketing strategies.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 033 by Beata Young with guest Alec Watson.
As a director of photography, Alec has filmed advertising for Starbucks, Britney Spears, Goldwell, KMS, Microsoft, Sexy Hair. Beyond the advertising realm, Alec has directed and filmed music videos and several award-winning short films. A triple threat in digital media, Alec started as a recording engineer and earned platinum and gold records for music production, songwriting, keyboards, and backing vocals. Alec was also nominated for an LEO for film composition.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 032 by Beata Young with guest Diana Florescu.
This episode’s guest, Diana Florescu, will explain the difference between different organizations dedicated to systematically producing new companies. Diana is a founding member at Grai Ventures, a venture building studio headquartered in Romania. A UCL MSc Entrepreneurship Graduate, she has held various marketing and sales roles working at all levels up to CxO in the last seven years. Her projects span multiple sectors including technology, gaming, consulting, media and entertainment, retail, among others. Diana has honed her global perspectives by working and living in five countries including the UK, USA, Qatar, Germany, and Romania. In 2016 she was awarded Lloyd’s Banking People’s Choice.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 031 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Jacqui Taylor.
Dr. Jacqui is one of the 20 most powerful UK entrepreneurs. In 2016, she pivoted her company FlyingBinary to meet the challenge of Brexit and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) with spectacular results. She was recognized as one of the 100 Global Leaders in 2019, Top Ten Global IoT innovators, and is an independent industry analyst for IIoT.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 030 by Beata Young with guest Mark Newsome.
Mark Newsome is a small business/service provider cash flow generation strategist. He specializes in helping profit-seeking entrepreneurs consistently generate long-term front and back end, non-traditional gross profit centers. In this episode of Positivity Hack Delivered, Mark will give us pointers on how to gain our first customer and build and stream of clients.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 029 by Beata Young with guests Daniel Martinez & Anthony Gaona.
Daniel Martinez and Anthony Gaona are long-time entrepreneurs. Having experienced the traditional ways of business operations, they saw the importance of running their business in a digital space - hence, the idea of Hivemind. In this episode of Positivity Hack Delivered, Daniel and Anthony will share their experiences, tips, and advice for today’s entrepreneurs - and ultimately how business automation will bring us one step closer to hacking the future.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 028 by Beata Young with guest Sam Akhmedov.
Sardor Akhmedov is a serial tech entrepreneur and a public speaker who currently holds a position as the COO and managing partner at Jafton.com and Missed.com and a co-founder of UzbekDiaspora.org, the global nonprofit that brings together Uzbeks living abroad. He is the youngest member ever of the Forbes Business Council and the youngest speaker to ever perform on Synergy Global - the biggest business forum in the world, and the biggest podcast conference called Podcast Movement where he spoke among people like Mark Cuban, Gary Vee, and Richard Branson.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 027 by Beata Young with guest Kari DePhillips.
Our guest Kari DePhillips is the CEO of The Content Factory, a digital PR agency that specializes in SEO and social media marketing. TCF is one of the top SEO agencies in the English-speaking world.
Their portfolio features a wide variety of purpose-driven brands, including Astroglide, Fairtrade America, Innovyze, POLYWOOD, enterprise-level SaaS companies and a lot of others in between. They represent multiple billion-dollar accounts 🦄 🦄 and SERPstat recently named Kari one of the top 3 women the industry.
Kari was named "limit-breaking female founder" and NBC News referred to her as a "CEO who takes job perks to the max" due to the fact that all of TCF's employees work from home, or wherever there's WiFi.
She founded Sisters in SEO Facebook group, which at 7,000+ members is the largest network of women in the industry.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 026 by Beata Young with guest: Gail Armstrong.
Prior to acquiring a paytech company, Gail was a Managing Director at Accenture working with C-suite clients to create and implement innovative solutions to complex strategic problems. She was Client Account Lead for both Operations and Technology in a top tier global bank.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 025 by Beata Young with guest: Claudia Cafeo.
Claudia has been working hard as a Learning Support Assistant and took interest in a new design direction which let her enjoy greater freedom of ideas expression and no matter how typical it sounds the greater demand on the market and greater long term opportunities. She decided to learn UX/UI design!
Even though she did not have the appropriate portfolio and experience, after some preparation time, she still managed to find the first client, then another, then the next one!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 024 by Beata Young with guest: Tracy Lamourie.
Tracy Lamourie was featured in Rolling Stone, NBC, CBC, Huff Post, etc.
Working internationally and across industries, she is well known for her work with ethical businesses, authors, entertainers, progressive politicians, media personalities, public speakers, and issues-based groups .
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 023 by Beata Young with guest: Genevieve Piturro.
Genevieve Piturro is a successful television marketing executive until she dramatically changed the direction of her life. She found her true purpose when a sudden voice inside her head challenged her life as she knew it.
Genevieve is now a best-selling author, professional speaker, personal strategy coach, and consultant, sharing life and leadership lessons she learned through her Pajama Program journey. Her book Purpose, Passion and Pajamas: How to Transform Your Life, Embrace the Human Connection and Lead with Meaning was released in August 2020.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 022 by Beata Young with guest Polina Zenevich.
In this Livestream, we are joined by Polina Zenevich who is keen to translate from technical to human 🤖.
Armed with her degree from the Belarusian State Economic University, Polina is on a mission to spread the gospel of No Code programming. She heads up customer service for the fabulously funky Fibery, a no-code tool designed for product development to shape the future of the internet, business and we suspect, life, the universe, and everything...
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 021 by Beata Young with guest Nina Segura.
In this Livestream we are joined by Nina Segura the best-selling author of Every Day is Friday: The ACTT Blueprint for Leaders and founder of Metaspire Consulting which has cultivated transformational change for some of the largest companies in the world including; American Express, JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Hewlett Packard saving each of them millions of dollars. She is an adjunct professor teaching Strategy and Influence for FAU Women's Executive Program. Her work has appeared in Forbes Magazine, Harvard Business Review, Amex Open Forum, CBS, and iHeartRadio. After Nina’s 20 plus years of experience interviewing many top leaders across the globe, she found what the world needs more now than ever is more modern ways of leading. Most of these modern qualities are considered feminine in nature. She believes when leaders have clarity, confidence community, and cash, not only are organizations more profitable, our world is a more peaceful and prosperous place.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 020 by Beata Young with guest Justin Goldston.
Dr. Justin Goldston is a leading expert on blockchain technology and its inclusion in business enterprises. As a certified management consultant, he has spent most of his career in the industry working with leaders of organizations implementing enterprise applications around the world. With his love for technology and his passion to make a positive impact on social change, Dr. Goldston has made it his mission to bring technological knowledge and capabilities to the people.
Along with deep domain experience, Dr. Goldston is a member of The Blockchain Council, The World Blockchain Association, The Government Blockchain Association, and is currently studying in one of the first Blockchain programs in the country at Cornell University.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 019 by Beata Young with guest Marcos Bravo.
Marcos Bravo is a Veteran Marketing and Brand expert with over 20 years of experience in many industries. These days he works as the Head Video Creator for LiveChat and shares his experience in a series of videos created for SUCCESS By LiveChat. Marketing Mentor and Investor Relations in the European region and LATAM.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 018 by Beata Young with guest Elaine Montilla.
Elaine Montilla is the founder of 5xminority.com, a company and social media brand dedicated to empowering women and minorities, especially in Tech, with a mission to demonstrate how businesses can be powerful platforms for social change.
It’s time to Take Action to Retain Talent and company performance with more gender-equal corporate boards!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 017 by Beata Young with guest Patrick L. Young.
We’re joined by Patrick L Young, who has over 30 years of experience in investing and has been working online since 1994. He wrote the first bestselling book about financial technology - "fintech" - "Capital Market Revolution! - the future of markets in an online world" (Financial Times) in 1999.
He was chairman of the Blockchain Malta Association and edited the book "DLT Malta - Thoughts From the Blockchain Island" (2019, DV Books). A lifelong entrepreneur, Patrick also publishes the daily bulletin of the bourse business "Exchange Invest."
It’s time to Break the Crypto Glass Ceiling and accelerate the evolution towards a cashless society (DeFi) and the sharing economy (NFTs)!
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 016 by Beata Young with guest Liesl Hays.
Liesl Hays is a word artist, truth-teller, choice-maker, and inspirer. Her latest book, Broken, Changed and Rearranged is a powerful self-development guide that reveals what happens when the worst part of your life comes to light and how to rise from it.
Entrepreneurship taught her the value of trusting her inner voice, setting boundaries, and balancing her work & family. Liesl has rearranged her life to live in alignment with her truest, most authentic self. In her latest evolution, she is an author, entrepreneur, and HR Strategist. Liesl runs on coffee, “to-do lists” and the belief life begins after you agree to write your own story.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 015 by Beata Young with guest Kelly Hoey.
Author of Build Your Dream Network: Forging Powerful Connections In A Hyper-Connected World (Tarcher Perigee/Penguin Random House), Kelly Hoey is determined to change the way we understand and approach the critical career skill of networking.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 014 by Beata Young with guest Joana Leis.
Joana Leis with her background in Psychology is joining a strategic conversation around how to leverage your current level of attention, and ways to prevent it from fizzling out of relevance. Her mission is to help entrepreneurs and freelancers with their business, specifically helping them with mindset and customer service strategies.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 013 by Beata Young with guest Kamila Stepniowska.
A Community of Practice (CoP) is a group of people who share a concern or a passion for something they do and learn how to do it better via regular interaction. While not a new concept, CoP is critical for highly effective and creative environments. This Positivity Hack Delivered will be by Ginger Tech owner Kamila Stępniowska. Working with both internal communities of practices, as well as open communities Kamila has created a B2B, machine learning education programs with deepsense.ai.
She has been supporting diversity as the “Women Who Code” Seattle Evangelist, advisor at “She’s Coding,” and a “SheWorx” Steering Committee member. As “Geek Girls Carrots” COO Kamila built a global community of women in tech. Kamila’s PhD thesis was on “CPython as a programming language” developed by the community at the Chair of Sociology of Culture, Institute of Sociology (University of Warsaw).
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 012 by Beata Young with guest Marta Zucker.
Culture is Europe’s forte, but the continent is lagging behind when it comes to turning its creative heritage into concrete solutions. Europe is still a creative powerhouse, but fragmentation is holding it back.
The aim of this session is to inspire you to think innovatively and be empowered to identify opportunities for improvement and change. At this session Positivity Hack Delivered will be by Marta Zucker, an author of Global Women in the Startup World: Conversations in Silicon Valley, a lecturer at Nicolaus Copernicus University. You are welcome to tell us what the barriers are and what we can do to help you on your journey to thinking innovatively.
Innovation is not just about big transformation, often it’s the small ideas that can make the biggest impact.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 011 by Beata Young with guest Gunnar Stefansson.
Gunnar has a background in statistics. In his day job, Gunnar is a professor at the University of Iceland. His research and applications attempt to merge blockchain and cryptocurrency with educational technology and charity.
We will discuss many of his exciting projects from "Education in a Suitcase" to "Smileycoin" - a cryptocurrency that rewards students and supports a philanthropic cause.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 010 by Beata Young with guest Tara Hernandez
PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered)# 010 with guest Tara Hernandez, an early promoter of what came to be known as the Continuous Integration revolution. Her most notable stint was at Netscape Communications Corporation where she initially helped develop new developer tools such as Tinderbox and Bugzilla, both of which were later released to the public as open-source along with the Netscape browser codebase as part of the creation of Mozilla.org.
At one point she ended up at Pixar Animation Studios where her team reinvented much of the development infrastructure to handle the challenges of writing software in a film production environment.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 009 by Beata Young with guests Gabriella Lukacs and Minca Zupanc
In 2008 the term side hustle began trending. Many employees delved into the world of micropreneurship. It was a way to survive an economy built on a bad promise that left millions of hardworking Americans scammed out of their livelihoods.
Less than a decade later side hustle is a way many employees can survive through the pandemic influenza.
Recently CNN reported that more than 44 million Americans had side hustles. There’s still some debate over what constitutes a side hustle, but most people agree that they fall into a few key categories, including monetized hobbies or passions, side jobs that help people pay down debt or a job that is needed to cover normal expenses.
What most Micropreneurs do is start the business with a small or zero investment.
Once money rolls in, they reinvest it to start a bigger business. To get started, all you need to do is figure out what business to start with.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 008 by Beata Young with guest Richard Friesen.
During the Livestream, we will address one of the mind traps that keep us from the success we all want. Richard's neuroscience-based Mind Muscles™ model enables his clients to reach their goals via private coaching, online training, simulations, interactive exercises, group support, and real-time decision processes.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 007 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Jacqui Taylor.
Dr. Jacqui Taylor is one of the 100 most powerful UK entrepreneurs and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Science in recognition of her web science research. She is a high-profile mentor in the world’s number one digital hub, Tech City. Jacqui mentors Founders specifically to accelerate their technology and funding options for growth.
We'll be discussing what can be done to secure your data and protect your children from cybercrime.
You will learn what is a deep fake, mirror world, digital twins and how to navigate safely in the digital age.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 006 by Beata Young with guest Laura Mercurio.
In this episode of PHD Positive Hack Delivered we’ll be focusing on opportunities for entrepreneurs, sources of capital, and the future of the economy: WOMENOMICS!
Take a deep dive into the current landscape of venture capital with Laura Mercurio, advocate for women investors and entrepreneurs with a particular focus on innovative and disruptive technology startups and SMEs.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 005 by Beata Young with guest Marjo Kayhko.
Leadership is a complex skill. It doesn’t come naturally. It cannot be an overnight shift after a corporate workshop. In this PHD we'll be discussing some habits that make females lead teams like a pro.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 004 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Amina Aitsi-Selmi.
We all have fears, what do you fear the most and how do you embrace that fear? While there are certain things you can’t control, there are some steps you can take to find support. The steps that follow are meant to help you hack the future! Take the time to meet and know leaders and other professionals, this PHD- Positivity Hack Delivered will be by Dr. Amina Aitsi-Selmi.
She is a Transformational Coach specialized in careers and leadership. She works with high achievers who feel stuck to reclaim their true power and create the career and life they truly want. Her 20-year career took her from hospital doctor to UN advisor before becoming an independent professional and business owner in 2016.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 003 by Beata Young with guest Eithne Treanor.
Find yourself in a cold sweat when standing in front of an audience? You're not alone. According to a Chapman University survey, public speaking remains one of the top fears. Public speaking is a difficult process and skill for many to master. Even the most polished speakers deal with nerves. If you're a CEO or a budding entrepreneur, lacking confidence in your speech-giving abilities could seriously hurt your business.
Whether you're addressing a small group of investors or hundreds of people, if you can't captivate an audience, you could miss out on some serious career-building opportunities. The same rule applies when you’re giving a webinar or online presentation where your audience only hears your voice. In this Livestream PHD- Positivity Hack Delivered was joined by a trained television journalist in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and Russia. In her earlier career, Eithne worked as an international television journalist for ABC News, Sky News, BBC World, and CNBC Europe and was instrumental in the launch of Bloomberg TV. We focused on how to speak to the online audience with confidence and be authentic.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 002 by Beata Young with guest American expert Amy Gehring with a local artist special guest, Michelle Gialanze taking us through the creative process simultaneous to Amy’s talk. Your ideal customer needs to understand how you can help them before they know why they should trust you.
When you can clearly explain the “how” behind what you do, you open doors for process improvement, scalability, and increased consistency. This discussion focuses on why you should look at your organization’s process through the lens of visual thinking. Visual thinking can also act as a way for us to organize our ideas, and see connections between things that we haven’t seen before (those detective murder suspect boards aren’t there for decoration). Even when we think that we have everything perfectly reasoned logically in our heads, visual thinking can be an important last step to seeing all the possibilities, and not focus blindly on the most obvious.
Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 001 by Beata Young with guest Fran Moisa.