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Anatomy of a Leader with Maria Hvorostovsky

Maria Hvorostovsky
Leadership
Child Stars
Entrepreneurship
Social Media
Acting
Creativity
Feminism
Mental Health
Women In Business
Tiktok
Gender Pay Gap
Skincare
Generation Z
Career Development
Family
Philanthropy
W Corp
Astrid & Miyu
Investment Banking
Emotional Management

Welcome to Anatomy of a Leader - a video podcast that shows you there are many faces of leadership, that perfection doesn’t and shouldn’t exist and that making mistakes (or taking detours) can often lead to deep insights about your superpowers. My name is Maria Hvorostovsky. I’m a headhunter and Founder of HVO Search. I help ambitious leaders hire the most hard to find, high potential C-Suite tale... more

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After being made redundant with two young kids, Elizabeth Willetts couldn’t find a flexible, senior role, so she created one. She founded Investing in Women — a platform helping women find flexible, part-time and meaningful work.

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How did Jane Means go from wrapping gifts at her kitchen table to working with Chanel and Dior?

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On June 19th, 2025, my heart was stopped. And restarted. I had robotic heart surgery to repair a valve, but what it healed went far beyond the physical.

This short video is about what breaks us open… and how we begin again.

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Work-life balance is a lie.

In this episode, I open up about my recent health challenge - a heart condition... more

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Recent Guests

Elizabeth Willetts
Founder of Investing in Women, dedicated to helping women find flexible, meaningful work.
Investing in Women
Episode: Women’s Careers Are Broken – And How to Fix Them | Elizabeth Willetts – Investing in Women
Zena Everett
Leadership coach, speaker, and author of The Crazy Busy Cure and Badly Behaved People
Episode: Stop Being Crazy Busy: Zena Everett Helps You Tackle Time and Badly Behaved People
Dani DMC
YouTuber, plus-size model, and confidence activist
Episode: Confidence is an Inside Job: How to REALLY Love Yourself with Dani DMC
Alyne Tamir
Digital nomad, content creator, and one of the few women to own a luxury hotel in the Maldives
Episode: Raised Mormon, Divorced, and Reborn: Escape from a Life Without Passion w/ Dear Alyne
Hannah Holland
Founder and CEO of HLD Talent, a talent management agency
HLD Talent
Episode: GK Barry’s Manager on How to Get Noticed on Social Media w/ Hannah Holland Founder of HLD Talent
Clara Batten
TikTok comedy content creator, actress, and author of Gin and Phonics
Episode: Clara Batten: Using Social Media to Break Into the Acting Industry
Grace Prendergast
Olympic gold medallist and world champion in rowing
New Zealand Rowing Team
Episode: What Is Life Like After the Olympics? With Olympic Gold Champion Grace Prendergast
Angela Cretu
Former CEO of Avon, an advocate for women's wellbeing and balance in life.
Avon
Episode: Unrealistic Expectations of Women & Self-Care w/ Former Avon CEO Angela Cretu
Dr. Patricia Britto
An educational psychologist specializing in attachment theory and parenting strategies
Episode: Should You Let Your Kids "Cry It Out?" with child psychologist Dr. Patricia Britto

Host

Maria Hvorostovsky
Executive headhunter, career coach, and host of the show. Maria engages with a variety of guests to discuss essential topics in leadership and personal development.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Great podcast - insightful and thought-provoking

    I love this podcast. Maria asks all her guests great questions - and her episodes really make me think and consider a new perspective - well worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LizzyW85
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Anatomy of a Leader

    Great insights and relatable stories from every day leaders so you can learn from the journeys of others.

    Because when you think something is not possible and then you learn how others have done it or gone around it, magic happens 💫

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BMS career coaching
    Italya year ago
  • Variety of content and guests

    This is one of my favourite podcasts; it offers variety in terms of guests and content and the flow of conversation is just so natural. It’s hard to strike the right balance with podcasts - you don’t want rambling conversation but you also don’t want to interrogate your guests to find a golden nugget of an idea. Maria gets it right by asking discursive questions and sharing her own experiences; the combination makes for an addictive show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdzN03
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast

    Really great selection of guests with insightful, fascinating and differing perspectives on the world of work, leadership and life in general! Maria clearly has a passion for what she does and a curiosity about what makes people tick.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SashaHvo
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Essential Listening

    This is such a brilliant podcast. I recommend it to people all the time! I love the range of guests and they always have different and challenging perspectives - I learn something new every single time. Can’t wait for the new season 🤓

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SunnyD_7
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the variety and depth of topics, often noting the relatable stories shared by guests.
Many reviews mention the positive impact on listeners' personal and professional lives, indicating a strong connection between the content and its audience.
Maria's engaging style is frequently highlighted, making complex subjects accessible and interesting.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#16
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#116
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Apple Podcasts
#162
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#198
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Women’s Careers Are Broken – And How to Fix Them | Elizabeth Willetts – Investing in Women
Q: Do you think companies just don't realize that this is happening?
Sometimes they don't think they care, especially if they're run by a certain demographic that hasn't adapted to modern working needs.
Women’s Careers Are Broken – And How to Fix Them | Elizabeth Willetts – Investing in Women
Q: How can you retain these amazing people instead of them leaving and basically going off and setting up something on their own?
Offering flexible working, mentorship, coaching, and measuring statistics about retention and promotions can help retain talented individuals.
From Kitchen Table to Chanel, Without the Stress w/ Jane Means
Q: How did your business change when you started to hire staff?
Jane explains how hiring staff allowed her to shift from working long hours alone to a more manageable and productive approach, enhancing her business.
From Kitchen Table to Chanel, Without the Stress w/ Jane Means
Q: Can you talk about that moment in your life where you've changed the perspective on work?
Jane highlights two significant health challenges that reshaped her views, impacting how she approaches work and life balance.
Why Women Are Still Taken Less Seriously Than Men: Closing The Authority Gap with Mary Ann Sieghart
Q: Why do we still believe that women are not as capable as men despite clear evidence?
This belief stems from deep-rooted societal norms and biases that have been perpetuated over generations, reinforced by the lack of female role models in leadership positions.

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Recent guests on Anatomy of a Leader include:

1. Elizabeth Willetts
2. Zena Everett
3. Dani DMC
4. Alyne Tamir
5. Hannah Holland
6. Clara Batten
7. Grace Prendergast
8. Angela Cretu

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