The Performance Shift: Grow with CARE by Isabel Verstraete

Isabel Verstraete: Strategic Sparring Partner to CEOs & Leadership Teams.

What if better performance isn't about pushing harder, but caring more? I'm Isabel Verstraete, business strategist with 30+ years of experience, TEDx speaker and author of 2 books. Join me for real conversations with CEOs and business leaders about what truly drives performance. No corporate blah blah, but real stories, fresh perspectives and practical lessons on growing with CARE. My strategic framework The CARE Principles® helps organizations grow by enhancing: Collaboration, Agility, Reliability and Empathy. Because care for people and delivering results go hand in hand. I kid you not!

  1. Oct 9

    The Boss Who Felt Like an Outsider.

    How do you lead from outside if you have never been an outsider? Sylvie Verbruggen is Sr Director Marketing at Liberty Caribbean and shares her leadership insights in this new episode. A talk about how to build a corporate career as a mum, how to feel at home as a Belgian in the Caribbeans and how to follow your heart without a plan B. A fascinating journey of growth, leadership lessons, work-life balance and how important it is to make an impact on people and the planet. The CARE Principles is a strategic framework that builds stronger cultures, distinctive companies and leadership teams who perform. Check out https://thecareprinciples.com/ for more info

    The Boss Who Felt Like an Outsider.

  2. Aug 26

    112. Let Go to Lead: Staying Human in the Age of AI.

    After more than 25 years at Fujifilm, Theo Georghiades knows that leadership is not about doing everything yourself, it is about trusting others, staying curious and continuously evolving. He shares candid lessons on letting go, developing talent across divisions, embracing the Japanese 'Kaizen' mindset and protecting human creativity in the age of AI. A refreshingly personal conversation about growth, self-care and making time for what truly matters. Ready to turn your people, culture and strategy into performance? Discover The CARE Principles® at thecareprinciples.com. Theo Georghiades is Commercial Director D2C Business Development - Fujifilm Europe + General Manager Imaging Solutions - Fujifilm UK: https://www.fujifilm.com/uk/en

    112. Let Go to Lead: Staying Human in the Age of AI.

  3. Jun 22

    111. Hoe de kathedraal-strategie het verschil maakt tussen een team dat alleen taken uitvoert, of échte impact creëert.

    In deze aflevering van the CARE Principles podcast ga ik in gesprek met Ank De Wilde, ondernemer en co-CEO van Itinera Instituut. Een boeiend gesprek over leiderschap, het werken met mensen en hoe je een grotere golf van maatschappelijke impact kan creëren. Luister of kijk hier naar het volledige gesprek. The CARE Principles® is een strategisch framework dat organisaties helpt om ambitie om te zetten in performantie door sterkere culturen, onderscheidende merken en leiderschapsteams te bouwen die resultaten neerzetten. Gebouwd op vier kernprincipes Collaboration (Samenwerking), Agility (Wendbaarheid), Reliability (Betrouwbaarheid) en Empathy (Empathie) versterkt het framework de uitvoering door cultuur, merk en leiderschap op elkaar af te stemmen. Het creëert het vertrouwen, de helderheid en de betrokkenheid die nodig zijn om mens en organisaties op hun best te laten presteren.Meer info over The CARE Principles: https://thecareprinciples.com/Meer info over Itinera Instituut: https://www.itinera.team/nl

    111. Hoe de kathedraal-strategie het verschil maakt tussen een team dat alleen taken uitvoert, of échte impact creëert.

  4. May 7

    110. De gevaarlijke leiderschap's fout waardoor je jezelf verliest in de waan van de dag, en hoe je je focus terugkrijgt.

    Coach & auteur Stijn Staes deelt in deze podcast aflevering wat er vandaag verwacht wordt van leiders. Hoe blijf je als leider gealligneerd met jezelf? Hoe creëer je focus in de waan van de dag? Een bijzonder interview over wat leiderschap vandaag betekent. De CARE Principles is een strategisch framework dat sterkere culturen, onderscheidende bedrijven en presterende leiderschapsteams bouwt. Het is gebaseerd op vier kernprincipes: Collaboration (Samenwerking), Agility (Wendbaarheid), Reliability (Betrouwbaarheid) en Empathy (Empathie). Deze principes versterken de cultuur, lijnen merk en leiderschap uit, en bouwen vertrouwen en betrokkenheid op. Meer info op: thecareprinciples.com Meer info over Stijn Staes: stijnstaes.com

    110. De gevaarlijke leiderschap's fout waardoor je jezelf verliest in de waan van de dag, en hoe je je focus terugkrijgt.

  5. Mar 6

    109. The Skills AI Can’t Replace, According to Futurist Rik Vera.

    In this episode of the CARE Principles Podcast, Isabel Verstraete explores the human skills that will matter most in the age of AI, and how leaders, founders, and teams can learn to collaborate with artificial intelligence while creating real human impact. Her guest is Rik Vera, a global keynote speaker, author, and guest lecturer at London Business School. Known for his bold vision on the future of business, technology, and leadership, Rik challenges organizations to become future-fit in a rapidly changing world. In this conversation, Isabel and Rik discuss: which human skills AI cannot replace how leaders can become future-fit in the age of artificial intelligence how organizations can stay agile, human, and relevant in a world shaped by AI The discussion also connects to the CARE Principles leadership framework, which focuses on the four principles that help leaders thrive in times of change: Collaboration, Agility, Reliability, and Empathy. A conversation about leadership, AI, innovation, and the future of work — and why the most powerful advantage in an AI world may still be deeply human. The CARE Principles is a leadership framework that helps organizations build strong cultures, trusted brands, and high-performing teams by strengthening four essential capabilities: Collaboration, Agility, Reliability, and Empathy.Learn more at www.thecareprinciples.com. Reach out to Rik on: https://www.rikvera.com.

    109. The Skills AI Can’t Replace, According to Futurist Rik Vera.

  6. Jan 26

    108. Why Trust Is One of the Most Underrated Leadership Skills.

    Trust is often seen as a soft skill. In reality, it’s a leadership advantage. In this episode of The CARE Principles Podcast, I explore how trust strengthens leadership, decision-making and culture with Antoine Sépulchre, Executive Director at Handicap International Belgium and one of Belgium’s 40 Under 40. We talk about: leading with courage and vulnerability aligning leadership with personal values transparency, intuition and data-driven decisions and why trust creates clarity and long-term impact This conversation is for brands and people navigating transition — and looking to lead with more care, clarity and purpose. Learn more at thecareprinciples.com

    108. Why Trust Is One of the Most Underrated Leadership Skills.

  7. 12/30/2025

    107. How to keep mentally balanced and thrive in 2026!

    Leadership & Brand Strategy podcast rooted in The CARE Principles for navigating change. In this episode, Anja Stas is the CCO of the ANTWERP ZOO FOUNDATION. She is also a passionate speaker, an award winning International Marketer and Author. She is a firm believer of nature as medicine to keep people inspired.  A passionate talk about CARE, Leadership Development, Organizational Culture, Brand Transformation and the need for spirituality in our lives. Anja shares how she keeps grounded through websites like https://ground.news/ Check out and make sure to visit the Antwerp Zoo foundation, more info here: https://www.antwerpzoofoundation.com/en/ Looking for help or inspiration for your brand transformation, leadership development or change management? Check out thecareprinciples.com and see how we can help you! Take care folks, cheers! Isabel

  8. 12/07/2025 ·  Bonus

    Struggling to Build Trust? A Simple Step to Gain Commitment and Influence.

    If you think business will get easier next year—think again. Struggling to get teams to collaborate better? Want to build a culture of trust? Ready to create smarter brands and products people actually connect with? Let’s talk. Scan the QR code, book a meeting, and tell me your challenge. I’ll help you as your strategic partner for People and Brands in transition. Take care, Isabel https://thecareprinciples.com/

    Struggling to Build Trust? A Simple Step to Gain Commitment and Influence.
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What if better performance isn't about pushing harder, but caring more? I'm Isabel Verstraete, business strategist with 30+ years of experience, TEDx speaker and author of 2 books. Join me for real conversations with CEOs and business leaders about what truly drives performance. No corporate blah blah, but real stories, fresh perspectives and practical lessons on growing with CARE. My strategic framework The CARE Principles® helps organizations grow by enhancing: Collaboration, Agility, Reliability and Empathy. Because care for people and delivering results go hand in hand. I kid you not!

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