The Alame Podcast: Change Your Company Dr. Fouad M. Alame

A very special episode with Oleksandra Matviichuk, who is a Nobel Peace Prize winner and activist. The conversation delves into Oleksandra’s journey, driven by a commitment to justice and freedom in the context of Soviet-era Ukraine, detailing strategic shifts, global campaigns, and the impactful role of ordinary people in addressing human rights violations and releasing political prisoners. Some of the takeaways:



1- The vision for the mission is outlined, rooted in childhood aspirations of being a kind person, emphasizing a commitment to goodness and human rights over specific career goals.



2- Optimism, grounded in the belief that even in the face of adversity, maintaining the ability to feel joy is crucial for resilience and continued perseverance.



3- Collective action is emphasized, highlighting the impactful role of ordinary people from different countries in advancing human rights and justice causes.



These and much more in this special episode.



Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with Maurice E. J. Leon, who is a mastermind executive coach. The conversation explores the importance of personal growth and self-awareness in leadership, emphasizing the need to address internal challenges before seeking external change, illustrated through anecdotes of personal and professional transformations. Some of the takeaways:



1. Leaders should recognize the importance of self-awareness and personal growth before seeking external change.



2. The lesson of starting before feeling ready underscores the idea that improvement comes after taking action.



3. Creating leaders who are resilient and strong from the inside out requires addressing personal issues and fostering internal strength.



4. Encouraging individuals to embrace change involves understanding that external shifts may not resolve internal challenges, necessitating self-reflection and growth.



These and much more in this special episode.



Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with Patrick Simone, who is an author, speaker and sales trainer. The conversation discusses the importance of driving collaboration across different departments, focusing on commercial alignment, and how involving various teams in setting goals, defining target customers, and pricing can enhance collaboration and achieve successful commercial development. Some of the takeaways:



1. Alignment on strategy and goals among different departments is crucial for successful collaboration in the commercial sector.

2. Involving frontline staff in the commercial approach provides valuable insights and improves customer understanding.

3. Collaboration in setting target customers and pricing can generate creative ideas and make offers more attractive to customers.

4. Including various teams in strategy discussions leads to a unified picture and a common message to the outside world.



These and much more in this special episode.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with Jane Hanson, who is a communication coach and broadcast host. We talk about how leaders or any one can have more influence on others using communication skills. Some of the takeaways:



1: Clarity of message is essential for effective communication, including defining the main message and adding context and storytelling.

2: Body language, including eye contact, leaning in, and using gestures, plays a crucial role in reinforcing your message.

3: Pausing during your speech is brave and enhances the importance of your message while making your audience listen more attentively.

4: Upright posture conveys confidence and belief in what you're saying, contributing to effective communication.



These and much more were discussed in this conversation.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with David Carter, chairman and founder at Entelechy Academy Limited. We talk about creating character-based workplaces to improve performance and inspire employees. Some of the takeaways:



1. Character development is essential for improving workplace skills and productivity.

2. Traditional training methods often focus on theory rather than practical application.

3. Building character qualities like discipline and kindness can have a profound impact on work and personal life.

4. A character-based workplace can lead to sustainable high performance and employee engagement.



These and much more were discussed in this conversation.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with Maria Morukian, who is an author, coach and leadership facilitator. We talk about diversity and inclusion. Some of the takeaways:



1. Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officers are important catalysts for change in organizations, but the responsibility for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) should be shared across the entire leadership team.



2. DEI is not just a corporate buzzword; it's essential for organizations to thrive in an increasingly diverse world.



3. Equity is a vital component of DEI, ensuring that everyone has opportunities for advancement and recognition.



4. Demographics are changing rapidly, and younger generations have different expectations for workplace culture and diversity.



5. Mitigating biases and fostering diversity requires conscious awareness, continuous learning, and a commitment to asking the right questions at all levels of leadership.



These and much more were discussed in this conversation.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch