The World Class Leaders Show: The CEO leadership podcast for leaders who solve big problems and build better futures.
Andrea PetroneIf you’re a CEO or senior executive, your challenges don’t sound like “I need more leadership tips.”
They sound more like:
“Why am I still carrying this company on my shoulders?”
“Why doesn’t my top team own the strategy the way I do?”
“How do I challenge the board or investors without blowing up the relationship?”
“How do we build a company that still matters in 10 years, not ju... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 195 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessManagement | |||
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Most leadership models assume tomorrow will look like today.
But what happens when war, a pandemic, economic shocks, or AI reshape your market overnight?
In this episode, Andrea Petrone sits down with Alain Bejjani, former CEO of Majid Al Futtaim G... more
Every CEO faces this moment: a high-stakes decision with enormous consequences, real money on the line, thousands of people affected and not enough information to know what's right. The board wants conviction. The team wants clarity. And you're sitti... more
Most leaders are trained to lead inside one system: one company, one market, one culture, one playbook. But what happens when your career requires you to move across countries, governments, boardrooms, startups, and global power structures — and stil... more
There are four words that could rebuild trust on your team, surface the best thinking of the people around you, and lift a weight off your shoulders you've been carrying for years. Most CEOs will never say them, because saying them feels like the opp... more
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Andrea is a warm, professional leader who cares about helping his audience grow and develop.
Apple Podcasts5KateUnbreakableLowry
United States9 months ago - The Executive Coach I Wish I Can Hire
As Founder and Executive of two charitable organisations outside my Wealth Management role. Unfortunately, I have no time for business coaching; however, listening to Andrea and his charismatic guests has allowed me to stay on track with simple tasks and principles I could not live without. His World Class Leaders Show feels like I have him on my side when needed whispering me. I met Andrea years ago and wish I could hire him. Any Executive looking for a top Coach that has been an Executive hims... more
Apple Podcasts5JoseGigante
United Kingdom2 years ago - In a crowded leadership room, Andrea stands out!
Andrea’s casual and conversational approach, relatable and interesting guests (real leaders; not just the ones we’re all used to hearing from) coupled with a strong mix of topics and various time lengths makes this podcast series easy to follow and a stand out! High recommend to the current or aspiring business leader on the go!
Apple Podcasts5SJ6276United States2 years ago - Excellent quality!
It’s very clear and focus on the leadership.
I recommend she or He to listen to Endrea, he will put us in our real daily stuff.
Thank you for the great work Andrea excellent quality…
Apple Podcasts5Bassem B
United Arab Emirates2 years ago - Insightful Podcast
I recommend it to anyone that wants to motivate and educate himself from experience leaders.
Apple Podcasts5bejjj1998United States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #90 |  Colombia/Business/Management |
Apple Podcasts | #159 |  Saudi Arabia/Business/Management |
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The show targets CEOs and senior executives facing big strategic decisions, focusing on leadership at the top, governance, culture, and how to steer organizations through disruption, transformation, and technological change. Episodes blend real-world CEO stories with frameworks for aligning leaders, strategy, and execution, often exploring AI adoption, change management, and how to maintain human-centered leadership under pressure. A standout trait is the depth and practicality: guests come from Fortune-level environments and top advisory circles, offering actionable takeaways, not surface-level tips. The format tends to combine personal narratives with rigorous coaching insights, making it useful for listeners who manage large teams, board... more
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2. Sébastien Page
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