3. FEB.

Moving from Authority to Authenticity: Adaptive Leadership (with Shem Hatfield)

From Authority to Authenticity: Shem Hetfield on Why the Best You Makes the Best LeaderIn this episode of Think Beyond Talks, Anne Anbania speaks with Shem Hetfield, Think Beyond Impact Partner based in the US, about rethinking leadership beyond titles, hierarchy, and authority. Drawing on more than 12 years of experience in human resources, talent development, and coaching, Shem shares a deeply human perspective on leadership. His work is shaped by servant leadership, adaptive leadership, and lived experience — from leading through crisis during the pandemic to practicing leadership daily as a father of six. At the heart of the conversation is a simple but powerful idea: the best you makes the best leader. When leaders are grounded, self-aware, and psychologically healthy, they influence others with clarity and trust. When they are under sustained pressure, distress often shows up in how they lead. Together, Anne and Shem explore what it means to lead with authenticity in complex, uncertain environments — and why leadership today is less about having the right answers and more about how we show up for others. In this episode, you’ll exploreWhy leadership and authority are not the same — and why influence matters more than positionHow servant leadership shifts the focus from power to presence, trust, and commitmentWhy many “bad boss” behaviors are actually distress behaviorsThe importance of self-leadership and psychological health in effective leadershipHow adaptive leadership helps organizations navigate complexity and uncertaintyThe difference between technical challenges and adaptive challengesWhere AI can support leaders — and where human connection cannot be replacedHow small shifts in language can strengthen responsibility, autonomy, and trust A takeaway for leadersShem leaves listeners with a simple but practical invitation: pay attention to your language. Replacing phrases like “I need you to…” with “I would like…”, and “they made me feel…” with “I felt…” can create powerful shifts in responsibility, dignity, and psychological safety. Leadership isn’t just what we do. It’s how we speak — to others and to ourselves. 🎧 Listen to the episode Explore how authenticity, servant leadership, and adaptive leadership can help you lead with compassion, courage, and clarity. If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who inspires you — and until next time, keep thinking beyond.

45 Min.

13. JAN.

From Reaction to Reflection: Conflict Diagnosis as a Leadership Skill (with Iulia Socea)

We often see conflict as a problem to solve—or worse, something to avoid. But what if conflict is actually a message? In this episode of Think Beyond Talks, we sit down with Iulia Socea, international peacebuilder and creator of the Conflict Ecosystem framework, to explore a different kind of leadership skill: the ability to diagnose conflict before reacting. With over 15 years of experience mediating complex tensions in humanitarian and development contexts, Iulia now supports teams and leaders in understanding the underlying dynamics that drive conflict—from structural blind spots to psychological safety gaps. This conversation goes beyond the usual conflict management advice. It’s a call for leaders to slow down, look deeper, and engage with tension in a way that strengthens their teams rather than fractures them. What You’ll LearnWhy conflict is often a system issue, not a personality clashHow the Conflict Ecosystem helps map tension across structural, emotional, and cognitive layersWhy “perfect harmony” in a team might be a red flagHow to spot hidden tensions early through conflict auditsThe importance of psychological safety and how to build itTools and questions leaders can use to surface and address conflict productively 🔧 Mentioned in the EpisodeThe Conflict Ecosystem frameworkLadder of Inference (thinking tool for slowing assumptions)Quick Pulse Check for Leaders – available in the comments or resources sectionConflict Medic services for NGOs and mission-driven teams 🔁 Try ThisPick one recurring friction point in your team. Ask: If we put personalities aside, what system conditions would still create this conflict? Then tweak one of those conditions—and test it for two weeks. 📩 Connect with UsIf you're ready to explore the roots of conflict in your organization and turn tension into transformation, visit: 🌐 thinkbeyondgroup.eu Let me know if you’d like this turned into a formatted PDF or Word doc — or added directly into your blog post file.

40 Min.

16.12.2025

From Tension to Transformation: Leadership and Conflict (with Rainer Salcher)

From Tension to Transformation: Dr. Rainer Salcher on Leadership & ConflictIn today’s episode, we dive deep into one of the most underestimated skills in leadership: navigating conflict with clarity, courage, and connection. Dr. Rainer Salcher — seasoned consultant, leadership coach, keynote speaker and Think Beyond Impact Partner — brings more than 25 years of experience in IT and telecommunications, leading large-scale transformation programs and guiding teams through high-pressure environments. Rainer shares why projects rarely fail because of strategy or technology, but because of missing collaboration and unsurfaced tensions. He explains how conflict holds energy, how leaders can use this energy constructively, and why acknowledging human needs is essential for sustainable performance. You’ll hear how his own turning point as a leader came during a moment of exhaustion and crisis — and how pressing pause became the doorway to trust, honesty, and a new leadership approach. From working across silos to creating psychological safety, Rainer offers concrete insights leaders can apply immediately. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why most leadership challenges are rooted in people dynamics, not planningHow moments of tension can become powerful catalysts for transformationA practical way to map conflict and understand the “rubber band” of competing expectationsWhy pressing pause — even in crisis — can prevent burnout and strengthen collaborationHow to build trust across departments, cultures, and silosWhat leaders can do to create environments where people can thriveWhy feeling tension in the body is a signal leaders should never ignoreHow conflict differs from a problem — and why it’s not meant to be “solved,” but worked with Key Quote from Rainer“Leadership means giving direction and creating an environment where people can thrive — and using the tension of conflict as energy to move forward.”Listen Now🎧 Tune in to explore how you can transform conflict into clarity, strengthen collaboration, and lead with presence in moments that matter most. 👉 Subscribe to Think Beyond Talks wherever you get your podcasts.

40 Min.

02.12.2025

From Autopilot to Awareness: Applied Critical Thinking (with Matteo Martinuzzi)

From Assumptions to Awareness: Matteo Martinuzzi on Applied Critical Thinking Clear thinking is harder than ever in a world full of noise, speed, and instant reactions. In this episode of Think Beyond Talks, Anne Barnea speaks with Matteo Martinuzzi — leadership developer, team coach, and Think Beyond Impact Partner — about how leaders and teams can move from assumptions to awareness and make better decisions together. Matteo shares practical ways to strengthen critical thinking, reduce cognitive blind spots, and navigate emotions that influence clarity more than we admit. He also explores how psychological safety and collective intelligence can transform the way teams think, challenge ideas, and work with complexity. In this conversation, we explore: Why so many decisions are based on untested assumptionsHow to distinguish facts from beliefs we treat as factsThe role emotions play in shaping our thinkingWhy psychological safety is essential for honest dialoguePractical tools to help teams avoid groupthinkThe fine line between intuition and emotional reactivityHow leaders can slow down the pace of thinking to improve decisionsWhat intentionality looks like in a world of information overload About Matteo MartinuzziMatteo is an international leadership and team development practitioner with a focus on critical thinking, collective intelligence, and decision-making. As a Think Beyond Impact Partner, he supports organizations across Europe in strengthening clarity, collaboration, and high-quality thinking.

54 Min.

11.11.2025

From Control to Connection – The Power of Servant Leadership (with Claudia Lierl)

In this episode of Think Beyond Talks, host Anne Barnea speaks with Claudia Lierl, executive trainer, coach, and senior trainer at the Vienna University of Economics and Business Academy. With more than 25 years of experience in leadership development, Claudia has guided countless leaders and organizations through change, transformation, and growth. Together, they explore emotional intelligence as the foundation of effective leadership — and how it connects to the idea of servant leadership, where leaders serve first and lead through clarity, empathy, and trust. Claudia introduces her metaphor of the four rooms of emotional intelligence: Self-awareness – knowing your triggers, patterns, and strengthsSelf-regulation – pausing and choosing how to respond.Social awareness – understanding others’ emotions and needs.Relationship management – building trust, collaboration, and engagement. From there, the conversation unfolds into what it truly means to lead with both heart and accountability, and how leaders can build cultures of psychological safety, motivation, and sustainable performance. In this episode, you’ll learn: What emotional intelligence really is — beyond “being empathetic.”Why leadership as service is not about giving up control but leading differently.How ego, fear, and performance pressure can hold leaders back.Practical ways to strengthen your emotional intelligence every day.How emotional intelligence reduces turnover and increases engagement in teams. About our guestClaudia Lierl is an executive trainer and coach specializing in leadership development and change processes. She has worked with leaders across industries and teaches at the Vienna University of Economics and Business Academy. Her approach combines strategic clarity with deep empathy and a lifelong belief that leadership begins with self-awareness. 🔗 Learn moreVisit thinkbeyondgroup.eu/podcast

35 Min.

21.10.2025

From Fear to Focus: Emotional Freedom Technique (with Dragan Milicevic)

Fear is one of the most human emotions — and one of the biggest barriers to showing up with courage and clarity. Even experienced leaders can find themselves freezing in key moments, not because they lack skill or confidence, but because their nervous system takes over. In this episode of Think Beyond Talks, host Anne Barnea speaks with Dragan Milicevic — executive coach, trainer, and psychotherapist — about how leaders can move from fear to focus using Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as tapping. Dragan shares: Why our brains interpret emotional risks as physical threats.How unprocessed experiences shape our reactions long after they happen.How simple physical techniques can restore calm, clarity, and confidence. Whether you’re giving feedback, making a tough decision, or facing uncertainty, this conversation offers a grounded way to turn emotional barriers into presence and courage.

47 Min.

30.09.2025

From Messy Middles to New Beginnings: Change and Resilience (with Dilek Süzal)

The saying goes that the only constant in life is change. But what if we saw that not as a threat — but as an invitation? An invitation to prepare, to adapt, and to engage with change before it overtakes us. In this episode of Think Beyond Talks, host Anne Barnea speaks with Dilek Süzal — coach, trainer, facilitator, former architect, and Think Beyond Impact Partner — about how individuals and leaders can navigate transformation without losing themselves. Dilek shares: Why adaptability is our greatest superpower in times of change.How to recognize and move through the phases of transition.Why resilience is built like a “bank account” — through small, consistent deposits. Whether you’re leading a team, a project, or your own life through change, this conversation will help you find clarity and strength in the messy middle.

45 Min.

15.09.2025

Introducing Think Beyond Talks

Leadership. Development. Growth. We see these words everywhere — but what do they really mean for you? In Think Beyond Talks, we explore what it truly takes to lead well, support others, and grow sustainably. Hosted by Anne Barnea and featuring conversations with Think Beyond’s global network of impact partners, this podcast brings leadership back to its essence: influence, courage, and clarity. Subscribe now and join us for conversations for leaders who think beyond.

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Moving from Authority to Authenticity: Adaptive Leadership (with Shem Hatfield)

From Reaction to Reflection: Conflict Diagnosis as a Leadership Skill (with Iulia Socea)

From Tension to Transformation: Leadership and Conflict (with Rainer Salcher)

From Autopilot to Awareness: Applied Critical Thinking (with Matteo Martinuzzi)

From Control to Connection – The Power of Servant Leadership (with Claudia Lierl)

From Fear to Focus: Emotional Freedom Technique (with Dragan Milicevic)

From Messy Middles to New Beginnings: Change and Resilience (with Dilek Süzal)

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