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Meet The Leader

World Economic Forum
World Economic Forum
Davos
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Diane Von Fürstenberg
Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy
Climate Change
Generative AI
Collaboration
Women Empowerment
Corruption
Gender Bias
Promotion Strategies
COP28
Climate Action
Ukraine
Education
Semiconductors
Climate Financing
Sustainable Development Goals

In these one-on-one conversations, host Linda Lacina interviews the world's top leaders, change-makers and experts on the solutions they're building to tackle the world's biggest challenges, the habits they can't work without, and their lessons learned, all from the World Economic Forum

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Linda Lacina
Host of Meet The Leader

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 101 ratings
  • 👍🏼🎙

    Really interesting insights from excellent guests!

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    5
    bdc1993
    Switzerland4 years ago
  • Valuable insights

    Always insightful. I enjoy the leadership lessons as they cut across industries and sectors. High caliber of guests too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    !Earslikeanelephant!
    Switzerland4 years ago
  • Wonderful analysis regarding leadership

    Linda Lacina does an incredible job at eliciting leadership principles from top leaders. Really serious discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davenycbrooklyn
    United States4 years ago
  • Great guests — very topical

    Always find these insights on leadership useful and relevant. Great stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #Alexo#
    Switzerland4 years ago

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Content bridges global policy, business strategy, and technology with depth.
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How to close gender gaps in tech - and the one skill AI can't learn
Q: What advice would you give to entrepreneurs looking for funding?
Women need visibility and support not just through mentorship, but also through funding opportunities.
How to close gender gaps in tech - and the one skill AI can't learn
Q: What role does empathy play in the AI-driven workplace?
Empathy is crucial because AI cannot replicate this human skill; it influences decision-making and relationships in teams.
How to close gender gaps in tech - and the one skill AI can't learn
Q: What can a leader do to help bridge gender gaps in tech?
Leaders should assess the gender balance in their teams and ensure all voices are heard during discussions.
Why one CEO sets 'non-goals' - and what ultramarathons taught him about focus and mental toughness
Q: What experience taught you the importance of restraint in leadership?
He emphasized the need to gauge organizational capacity, knowing when to push harder or ease up on expectations, based on his experiences with his team.
Why one CEO sets 'non-goals' - and what ultramarathons taught him about focus and mental toughness
Q: What makes the cut when scheduling your time?
He maintains a Trello board to prioritize important tasks and ensure he responds to urgent matters and focuses on significant relationships.

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The show features long-form conversations with globally prominent leaders, researchers, and entrepreneurs who are actively shaping policy, business, and technology. Episodes tend to center on leadership lessons, strategic thinking, and how top figures address burnout, workforce skills in an AI era, gender and diversity challenges in tech, and the future of industries such as space and economics. A notable strength is the guest roster, which spans government, finance, tech, science, and humanitarian sectors, often tied to global organizations and high-impact initiatives. Listeners can expect actionable leadership insights, frameworks for prioritizing impact, and personal narratives that illuminate resilience and responsible innovation.

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2. Paula Bellostas Meguerza
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