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The Leadership Dance

Alissa Hsu Lynch
Leadership
Dance
Career Development
American Ballet Theatre
Business
Resilience
Arts
Mentorship
Board Diversity
The Honest Company
Illumin Impact
Corporate Boards
Social Impact
Healthcare Technology
Diversity In Leadership
AI and Machine Learning
Princeton University
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Public Relations
Representation

Welcome to The Leadership Dance, where Alissa Hsu Lynch—former world-class dancer turned global business executive—shares insights and inspiration from visionary leaders who are breaking barriers in the arts and business worlds. Tune in to discover how to step into your star power and confidently choreograph your own leadership dance.

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After 25 years with American Ballet Theatre, iconic ballerina Misty Copeland took her final bow in a historic gala performance – but her work is far from over. In this episode of The Leadership Dance, host Alissa Hsu Lynch sits down with Misty to exp... more

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Renowned ballerina Stella Abrera joins host Alissa Hsu Lynch on The Leadership Dance to reflect on her extraordinary career with American Ballet Theatre and her journey from the stage to shaping the next generation of dancers. Stella opens up about g... more

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Harvard leadership instructor and author Margaret Andrews joins Alissa Hsu Lynch to trace her unconventional journey from accounting to academia, sharing how a series of "lucky accidents" and bold choices propelled her to the forefront of executive e... more

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New York City Ballet star Mira Nadon joins Alissa Hsu Lynch to reflect on her journey from California rehearsal studios to becoming the first Asian American principal dancer at the company. Hailed by the New York Times as "a once-in-a-generation danc... more

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Recent Guests

Christina Hennington
Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy and Growth Officer for Target
Target
Episode: Ep. 14: Navigating leadership in uncertain times, with Christina Hennington
Lindsay Trout
Senior partner at Egon Zehnder, advising on leadership in various sectors including consumer and technology
Egon Zehnder
Episode: Ep. 13: How to build a career you love, with Lindsay Trout
Sabina Nawaz
Executive coach who advises C-level executives and teams at Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, nonprofits, and academic institutions.
Episode: Ep. 11: How to step up and be the best boss, with Sabina Nawaz
Calvin Royal III
Principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre and cultural advocate.
American Ballet Theatre
Episode: Ep. 10: Breaking the ballet mold, with Calvin Royal III
Cerise Lim Jacobs
Founder of White Snake Projects and Pulitzer Prize-winning opera writer
White Snake Projects
Episode: Ep. 9: Facing fear and finding your voice, with Cerise Lim Jacobs
Sue Siegel
Board director, former CEO, and VC in the life sciences industry, with over 30 years of experience
MIT's The Engine
Episode: Ep. 8: Transforming industries and teams, with Sue Siegel
Arielle Patrick
Chief marketer and communicator at Arielle Investments
Arielle Investments
Episode: Ep. 7: Storytelling with joy & curiosity, with Arielle Patrick
Carla Vernón
CEO and board director of The Honest Company
The Honest Company
Episode: Ep. 6: Dancing in the corner office, with Carla Vernón
Norman Chen
CEO of the Asian American Foundation, entrepreneur, investor, and activist
Asian American Foundation
Episode: Ep. 5: Advocating for Asian Americans, with Norman Chen

Host

Alissa Hsu Lynch
Host and former world-class dancer turned global business executive, who shares insights and inspiration from visionary leaders breaking barriers in the arts and business worlds.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Thank You!

    Thank you Alissa for being an inspirational role model and bringing light to other role models through this podcast. You are inspiring a generation of people who have never seen someone like them get to where they dream of going.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Outside-the-box leader
    United States9 months ago
  • Inspiring and Relevant

    Such an and inspiring set of conversations that are relevant and engaging- with easy application for career growth!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JenElmashni
    United States10 months ago
  • Deep insights, unique perspective

    Really enjoying Alissa’s perspective and questions. I resonate with the core exploration here of how does an artistic/creative person make the shift and thrive in the business world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scottandjames
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners describe the content as inspiring and relevant, often highlighting its applicability to their career growth.
Overall, there is appreciation for the focus on diversity and representation, along with personal growth themes.
The host is commended for providing deep insights and unique perspectives, particularly in the context of leadership.

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#207
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Apple Podcasts
#12
Finland/Business/Careers
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#150
Finland/Business

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Ep. 9: Facing fear and finding your voice, with Cerise Lim Jacobs
Q: How in the world did you end up running an opera company?
After resigning from my law career, I began as a hobby by writing an opera for my husband's birthday, which led to the formation of White Snake Projects.
Ep. 9: Facing fear and finding your voice, with Cerise Lim Jacobs
Q: How did you find your voice? Was there a moment in time or was that a gradual process?
Finding my voice is a lifelong project; I struggle with decision-making and have to shake off cultural shackles that instilled a feeling of inferiority.
Ep. 5: Advocating for Asian Americans, with Norman Chen
Q: Norman, can you tell us about your journey from Asia to the non-profit sector?
It was a long journey that started when I realized I wanted to give back to my community after witnessing the rise in anti-Asian sentiment during the pandemic.
Ep. 4: Shaping the future of ballet, with Susan Jaffe
Q: What advice would you give to your younger self, knowing what you know now?
Jaffe would tell her younger self to ride the wave and keep doing your best, emphasizing that everything gets better in the end, and to focus on self-care.
Ep. 4: Shaping the future of ballet, with Susan Jaffe
Q: Did you feel like you had mentors and sponsors supporting you throughout your journey?
Jaffe shared that her rehearsal director was very nurturing and helped build her confidence. She also mentioned having supportive male friends and some strong professional mentors.

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This podcast focuses on the intersection of leadership, creativity, and personal growth, featuring dynamic conversations with prominent figures from both the business and arts sectors. The discussions often center on the unique challenges faced by leaders as they navigate their careers, shedding light on concepts such as authenticity, resilience, diversity, and the importance of uplifting others. Through the lens of various guests' experiences, listeners gain valuable insights into how creativity can enhance leadership, particularly in navigating uncertainties and advocating for representation in diverse fields.

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1. The Grace & Form Podcast
2. Conversations on Dance
3. City Ballet The Podcast
4. Ballet Help Desk
5. The Ezra Klein Show

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The Leadership Dance launched a year ago and published 30 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Leadership Dance include:

1. Christina Hennington
2. Lindsay Trout
3. Sabina Nawaz
4. Calvin Royal III
5. Cerise Lim Jacobs
6. Sue Siegel
7. Arielle Patrick
8. Carla Vernón

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