Inner Power Particles

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At Inner Power Particles we talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to improve their inner strength. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can improve as a leader and a person. Your host is Farhad Niyoz, CEO of Cocoon and mentor for soul-aligned leadership - a way of leading that’s true to your core, not driven by pressure or appearances. Follow him on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/

  1. ٧ يناير

    When VCs Say Yes: Buildit CEO Matīss Neimanis on Investing Choices, Founder Mistakes & Life Balance

    Running a startup but can't get VCs interested? Struggling to keep co-founders aligned? Build IT's Matiss Neimanis breaks down why he's rejected promising startups, what happens when founders fight, and why sitting on two chairs (keeping your day job too long) usually kills the company. Managing 50+ early-stage investments taught him when to trust data versus gut feeling. Plus, he shares how getting seriously ill forced him to rethink managing both a VC fund and his personal life - without sacrificing either. This is real talk for founders dealing with co-founder tensions, struggling with investor rejections, or trying to figure out when to quit their day jobs.  Welcome to the Inner Power Particles podcast. We talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to grow their inner power. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can grow as a leader and a person. Resources:  Inner growth and business growth guidance for founders and leaders:  ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/resources Follow Farhad Niyoz, authentic growth guide and CEO of Cocoon Program  ❇️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/ ❇️  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/

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    From 70-Hour Zombie to High-Energy CEO: Solutions That Actually Work

    When one founder went from 70-hour work weeks to spending days in bed, and another switched from intense corporate life to running a health tech startup, they learned energy management is as important as business management. An honest conversation about what actually drains leaders' energy (hint: it's rarely the workload), why some team dynamics are literally exhausting, and practical ways to spot energy vampires in your organization. For leaders who want to stop confusing being tired with being effective. 🔔Welcome to Inner Power Particles. We talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to grow their inner power. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can grow as a leader and a person. Inner growth and business growth guidance for founders and leaders: ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/resources Uncover how to scale your business fast with clarity ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/scale Follow Remi Koscielny, Co-founder, CEO @ Shen.AI | Healthcare Innovator ❇️ Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3P8UsSY Follow Farhad Niyoz, authentic growth guide and CEO of Cocoon Program ❇️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/ ❇️ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/

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    Bootstrapping experience: Building a Harmonious Localization Business

    In this episode, Kristaps, CEO of Language Inspired, reveals how he bootstrapped a thriving localization company, overcame co-founder challenges, and built a remote-first team driven by values. Discover practical insights on scaling sustainably and creating a business you love. 🔔Welcome to Inner Power Particles. We talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to grow their inner power. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can grow as a leader and a person. Inner growth and business growth guidance for founders and leaders: ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/resources Uncover how to scale your business fast with clarity ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/scale Follow Kristaps Lapins, CEO of Language Inspired ❇️ Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3VnKW1U Follow Farhad Niyoz, authentic growth guide and CEO of Cocoon Program ❇️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/ ❇️ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/

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    Beyond Growth: Lessons on Building Teams, Scaling Up, and Preparing for Acquisition with Tõnu Vahtra

    In this episode, Tõnu Vahtra, Head of Service Operations at Playtech, shares hard-won insights on scaling and preparing for acquisition from a buyer's perspective. We discuss the challenges of maintaining team morale and alignment through rapid growth, designing scalable decision-making processes, and why burnout prevention is crucial for high-performing teams. Tõnu also dives into what acquirers look for, common startup pitfalls, and key strategies to increase a company’s attractiveness for acquisition. For founders and leaders, this episode offers actionable advice on creating lasting value and preparing for the demands of scaling up. 🔔Welcome to Inner Power Particles. We talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to grow their inner power. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can grow as a leader and a person. Inner growth and business growth guidance for founders and leaders: ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/resources Uncover how to scale your business fast with clarity ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/scale Follow Tõnu Vahtra, Head of Service Operations at Playtech ❇️ Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3YYA8It Follow Farhad Niyoz, authentic growth guide and CEO of Cocoon Program ❇️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/ ❇️ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/

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    Leave your comfort zone, but aim for low-hanging fruit - Sergejs Andrijevskis and Farhad Niyoz

    When studying to be a dentist, Sergejs parallelly became a sales person at a dental supplies company, which was way out of his comfort zone. This approach of leaving his comfort zone, coupled with seeing and taking the low-hanging fruit, has led him to find and grow multiple successful dental clinics and start investing in tech companies. In this episode, we unpack and analyse his journey to extract actionable insights for others who want to improve their career and business. 🔔Welcome to Inner Power Particles. We talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to grow their inner power. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can grow as a leader and a person. Inner growth and business growth guidance for founders and leaders: ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/resources Uncover how to scale your business fast with clarity ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/scale Follow Sergejs Andrijevskis, Owner, CEO at Dental Art Implant Clinic Ltd ❇️ Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3Y19kYO Follow Farhad Niyoz, authentic growth guide and CEO of Cocoon Program ❇️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/ ❇️ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/

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  6. From scaleup CEO to a Sabbatical for Self-Discovery - Madis Lehtmets

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    From scaleup CEO to a Sabbatical for Self-Discovery - Madis Lehtmets

    In this episode, I sit down with Madis, a former scaleup CEO who made the tough decision to step away from his company and take a sabbatical. We discussed what pushed him to leave a growing business with 400 paying customers and how he dealt with the following identity crisis.  Madis opens up about the challenges of managing expectations—his own and those of others—and how he's finding new meaning in work and life.  If you're a founder considering a significant change, this one's for you. Welcome to the Inner Power Particles podcast. We talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to grow their inner power. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can grow as a leader and a person. Resources:  Inner growth and business growth guidance for founders and leaders:  ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/resources Follow Madis Lehtmets, Designer & Entrepreneur ❇️ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madis-lehtmets   Follow Farhad Niyoz, authentic growth guide and CEO of Cocoon Program  ❇️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/ ❇️  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/

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    From Developer to CEO: Nauris Skride's Journey & Lessons on Becoming a Leader

    Discover how Nauris Skride transitioned from a software engineer to the CEO of Adaptive Media. What challenges did he face? How did he manage team dynamics and set realistic goals?  Hear about his approach to decision-making and long-term planning. There are insights on leadership and growth in a startup environment that are not to be missed. Tune in to uncover valuable lessons and inspiring stories from his journey. Welcome to the Inner Power Particles podcast. We talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to grow their inner power. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can grow as a leader and a person. Resources:  Inner growth and business growth guidance for founders and leaders:  ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/resources   Follow Farhad Niyoz, authentic growth guide and CEO of Cocoon Program  ❇️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/ ❇️  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/

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    The Story Of Global Reader‘s CEO w/ Indrek Jaal and Farhad Niyoz

    In this episode, Indrek and Farhad explore balancing hands-on management with effective delegation while avoiding micromanagement.  Indrek talks about his transition to empowering his team and the strategic decision to bring on a COO. Indrek opens up about dealing with betrayals, navigating team dynamics, and keeping work-life balance in check.  Learn about his real-world insights on tackling CEO challenges and building a collaborative company culture. Welcome to the Inner Power Particles podcast. We talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to grow their inner power. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can grow as a leader and a person. Resources:  Inner growth and business growth guidance for founders and leaders:  ❇️ https://www.cocoonprogram.com/resources Follow Indrek Jaal, Founder&CEO at GlobalReader ❇️ Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/indrek-jaal-48107178   Follow Farhad Niyoz, authentic growth guide and CEO of Cocoon Program  ❇️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/ ❇️  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/

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At Inner Power Particles we talk with entrepreneurs and leaders about their challenges and lessons learned to improve their inner strength. We do this to share their journey and knowledge with you so that you can improve as a leader and a person. Your host is Farhad Niyoz, CEO of Cocoon and mentor for soul-aligned leadership - a way of leading that’s true to your core, not driven by pressure or appearances. Follow him on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhadniyoz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farhadniyoz/

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