IDEAS+LEADERS

Dr Elena Paweta

Effective communication skills are essential in your career. Each Monday, join Dr Elena Paweta, executive communication coach and IDEAS+LEADERS founder, as she interviews business leaders and entrepreneurs on business communication, leadership and building relationships. If you want to progress in your career, become more charismatic and impactful leader, or just want to hear advice from top business leaders, this is the podcast for you.

  1. 3D AGO

    283. Unlock your Human Potential - Anthony Cudjo

    In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Anthony Cudjo, Founder of Human Optimization 3.0 (H3O), performance expert, and widely known as the “Teacher of Teachers.” With more than 37 years of experience in business consulting, executive coaching, NLP, and professional athletics, Anthony has helped thousands of leaders and individuals unlock their full physical, mental, and emotional potential. We explore what it truly means to optimize the human experience, from mastering anxiety and dissolving limiting beliefs to tapping into the deeper intelligence encoded in our DNA. Anthony breaks down the H3O framework, the three power centers that shape every decision we make, and the daily practices that help people step into a more powerful, purposeful version of themselves. In this episode, we discuss: What it means to “crack the code” of human optimization How to harmonize spirit, mind, and body for lasting transformation Why reconnecting with your Divine Intelligence changes everything How leaders can activate their potential and elevate others 🎧 Tune in for an energizing, transformative conversation about personal mastery, human potential, and the mechanics of becoming your most powerful self. You can connect with Anthony here: Website: https://urh3o.com Thank you for joining me on this episode of IDEAS+LEADERS. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review so that more people can enjoy the podcast on Apple https://apple.co/3fKv9IH or Spotify https://sptfy.com/Nrtq.

    39 min
  2. JAN 26

    282. Leading with Clarity - Sid Jashnani

    In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Sid Jashnani, founder of Rekruuto, Certified EOS Implementer®, and holdco entrepreneur. Sid scaled his first company from $4M to $35M after transforming the way he communicated, delegated, and aligned his team. Today, he helps founders and leadership teams create clarity, accountability, and empowered cultures using the Entrepreneurial Operating System®. We dive into why communication breaks down inside growing organizations, what leaders misunderstand about delegation, and how simple rhythms can shift a team from chaos to ownership. Sid also shares the key lessons he learned while transitioning from a directive leader to an empowering one. In this episode, we discuss: Why leaders struggle to communicate expectations clearly How to move from “do as I say” to true team ownership The Delegation Ladder and how to use it Communication rhythms that build alignment and reduce firefighting Lessons from scaling a business from $4M to $35M How structure and empathy work together in great leadership 🎧 Tune in for a practical, grounded conversation about clarity, leadership growth, and building teams that actually take ownership. You can connect with Sid here: Sid Jashnani - London Based Certified EOS® Implementer | HoldCo Thank you for joining me on this episode of IDEAS+LEADERS. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review so that more people can enjoy the podcast on Apple https://apple.co/3fKv9IH or Spotify https://sptfy.com/Nrtq.

    27 min
  3. JAN 12

    280. Becoming the Expert - Katrena Friel

    In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Katrena Friel, internationally recognized business mentor, award-winning author, and TEDx speaker. For more than 25 years, Katrena has helped entrepreneurs and leaders step into their Field of Excellence — positioning themselves with clarity, expanding their income streams, and building sustainable business ecosystems. We talk about what it truly means to become the expert in your industry, why so many entrepreneurs undervalue their brilliance, and how to create a business that not only grows but supports the way you want to live. In this conversation, we explore: Why expertise is not something you earn - it’s something you claim The most overlooked income streams in modern entrepreneurship How to build a business ecosystem that works even when you don’t The mindset blocks that stop leaders from stepping into visibility What it takes to turn ideas into income with confidence and speed 🎧 If you’re ready to elevate your influence, grow your revenue strategically, and stand out in your field with purpose and clarity, this episode will inspire you to think bigger about what’s possible. You can connect with Katrena here: www.becomingtheexpert.com.au Thank you for joining me on this episode of IDEAS+LEADERS. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review so that more people can enjoy the podcast on Apple https://apple.co/3fKv9IH or Spotify https://sptfy.com/Nrtq.

    27 min
  4. JAN 5

    279. Smarter Marketing Decisions - Behdad Jamshidi

    In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Behdad “Bee” Jamshidi, founder of CJAM – The Marketing Connector. After vetting more than 1,068 marketing agencies over the past seven years, Bee discovered that 89% of them fail to deliver meaningful results. Today, he helps business owners avoid costly mistakes by matching them with vetted, trustworthy agencies that actually move the needle. We explore why hiring a marketing agency feels so overwhelming, why so many partnerships fail, and what leaders can do differently to protect their time, money, and momentum. Bee shares red flags to watch for, the essential questions every founder should ask before signing a contract, and how to build healthier, more effective agency relationships. In this episode, we discuss: Why 89% of agencies fall short and what the great ones do differently The biggest red flags business owners should notice immediately How to choose the RIGHT agency for your stage of growth The mindset shift founders need to build strong agency partnerships 🎧 Tune in for a practical and eye-opening conversation on hiring smarter, leading better, and building marketing systems that actually work. You can connect with Behdad here: https://cjammarketing.com Thank you for joining me on this episode of IDEAS+LEADERS. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review so that more people can enjoy the podcast on Apple https://apple.co/3fKv9IH or Spotify https://sptfy.com/Nrtq.

    21 min
  5. 12/22/2025

    277. Rethinking Innovation - Bruce Vojak

    In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Bruce Vojak, innovation strategist, author, and Founder of Breakthrough Innovation Advisors. With more than 40 years of experience across engineering, executive leadership, academia, and boardrooms, Bruce helps mature companies break out of stagnation and build lasting resilience. We dive into why innovation feels so difficult for established organizations — and why so many default to cost-cutting instead of the strategic renewal they actually need. Bruce breaks down the myths surrounding innovation, the fears that silently shape decision-making, and what leaders can do to create cultures that support experimentation and long-term thinking. In this episode, we discuss: • Why mature companies struggle with innovation • How alignment and simple processes make innovation manageable • The power of “innovation exemplars” inside organizations • Why innovation doesn’t require massive budgets • How listening to customers can spark meaningful breakthroughs • What leaders can do today to start renewing their company’s future 🎧 Tune in for a practical and energizing conversation about innovation, leadership, and building companies that evolve instead of stagnate. You can connect with Bruce here: https://www.breakthrough-innovation-advisors.com/bruce-vojak/ Thank you for joining me on this episode of IDEAS+LEADERS. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review so that more people can enjoy the podcast on Apple https://apple.co/3fKv9IH or Spotify https://sptfy.com/Nrtq.

    26 min
  6. 12/15/2025

    276. Leading from the Inside Out - Suzanne Roberts

    In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Suzanne Roberts, transformational speaker, facilitator, and founder of UnifyingSolutions. Suzanne has spent more than four decades helping leaders and organizations create sustainable, systemic change, and is the creator of Polarity System Design™ – a methodology that helps people reclaim their inner capacity, lead with clarity, and design cultures rooted in purpose and equity. We explore what it really means to lead from the inside out – how unresolved patterns, unprocessed experiences, and constant “busy-ness” shape the way we show up as leaders, and how we can reconnect with a deeper source of energy, purpose, and wholeness. Suzanne also shares insights from her upcoming book and documentary, It’s Deeper Than That: Pathway to a Vibrant, Purposeful Life, and her new leadership program, The Great Reconnection. In this episode, we discuss: • What the self-renewing energy source within each of us really is – and how to access it • Why leaders feel “something is missing” even when life looks successful from the outside • How unresolved trauma and childhood experiences show up in leadership and decision-making • The role of somatic work and energy systems in healing and sustainable leadership • Signs that a team or organization is disconnected – and how to begin repairing trust and culture • Why reconnection is the key leadership skill for the future of work 🎧 Tune in for a deep, grounded conversation about inner clarity, healing, and creating more humane, life-giving cultures at work. You can connect with Suzanne here: https://www.unifyingsolutions.com Thank you for joining me on this episode of IDEAS+LEADERS. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review so that more people can enjoy the podcast on Apple https://apple.co/3fKv9IH or Spotify https://sptfy.com/Nrtq.

    27 min
5
out of 5
16 Ratings

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Effective communication skills are essential in your career. Each Monday, join Dr Elena Paweta, executive communication coach and IDEAS+LEADERS founder, as she interviews business leaders and entrepreneurs on business communication, leadership and building relationships. If you want to progress in your career, become more charismatic and impactful leader, or just want to hear advice from top business leaders, this is the podcast for you.