Shift Happens Podcast

Kamila Adamatti
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Welcome to the Shift Happens Podcast with Kamila Adamatti!

  1. Approved Strategy, Stalled Results: How Leaders Get Projects to Go-Live | Ricardo Ramos

    2D AGO

    Approved Strategy, Stalled Results: How Leaders Get Projects to Go-Live | Ricardo Ramos

    Why do so many strategic projects fail during execution inside companies? In this episode of the Shift Happens Podcast, Ricardo Ramos and Kamila discuss what truly blocks the implementation of processes and projects and what leaders can do to turn strategy into results. The conversation dives into a common challenge for executives and managers: strategic initiatives get approved, projects are structured, but implementation stalls along the way. Alignment is missing, the narrative isn’t clear, or the initiative lacks legitimacy within the organization.

    55 min
  2. Corporate Strategy Isn’t Enough. Here’s What Actually Sustains Companies | Jason Bezz

    FEB 26

    Corporate Strategy Isn’t Enough. Here’s What Actually Sustains Companies | Jason Bezz

    Jason Bezz is a strategic leader and executive advisor known for navigating complex initiatives, strengthening organizational stability, and elevating decision-making at the highest levels. With experience across financial analysis, governance, compliance, and leadership development, he operates at the intersection of strategy, structure, and executive maturity. In this episode of Shift Happens, Kamila Adamatti and Jason move beyond surface-level strategy conversations. They unpack what truly sustains competitive organizations: disciplined project governance, data-informed decision-making, ethical accountability, and leadership clarity. If you’re a CEO, board member, executive leader, or transformation sponsor, this conversation will challenge and sharpen your perspective.

    43 min

  3. FEB 19

    One Blood Test Changed Everything | Zack Irani-Cohen

    Zack Irani-Cohen could have flipped a struggling company and walked away with a quick profit. Instead, he chose the harder path: revolutionizing how we treat inflammation. Thirteen years later, as CEO of Biomerica, he's delivering clinical results that outperform the best IBS drugs on the market—60% of patients achieving significant pain reduction compared to 42% with standard pharmaceutical treatments—all without a single prescription.This conversation reveals the reality of bringing disruptive medical innovation to market. Zack shares how he survived a three-year clinical study across Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and University of Michigan that COVID nearly destroyed, the strategic moves that protected his breakthrough from pharmaceutical giants, and why the patient demographic driving adoption surprised everyone. From securing Medicare approval to expanding into eight new inflammatory conditions, he explains what it actually takes to challenge medical orthodoxy when your solution is "remove the inflammation" instead of "mask the symptoms."What we cover:Bringing revolutionary medical technology to market requires more than good science—it demands strategic thinking, resilience, and the right partnerships. Zack discusses: Why he chose long-term impact over a quick exit and the moments he questioned that decisionHow a simple finger-prick blood test identifies which specific foods trigger inflammation in your bodyThe strategic assembly of a world-class scientific advisory board to combat industry skepticismSurviving FDA approval processes and COVID disruptions during multi-year clinical trialsWhy precision nutrition beats symptom-masking drugs for IBS, eczema, and migraine reliefThe surprising demographics driving adoption and what Medicare approval means for accessibilityBuilding billion-dollar partnerships as insurance against pharmaceutical industry threatsThe shocking differences between US and European food standards and what that means for inflammationYou'll relate to this episode if you: Struggle with IBS, eczema, migraines, or unexplained inflammatory symptomsAre frustrated by treatments that mask symptoms rather than address root causesWant to understand which foods might be triggering your body's immune responseAre building healthcare innovations and need to navigate regulatory and industry challengesBelieve precision medicine should replace one-size-fits-all pharmaceutical approachesCare about the connection between food quality, inflammation, and long-term health You're ready to stop guessing what's causing your symptoms and start using data to transform your health. 🎁 EXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR LISTENERS:Get 15% off your personalized food sensitivity test at inFoodsIBS.comUse code: RELIEF15 at checkoutThis test uses the same technology trusted by Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and University of Michigan researchers. Discover which foods are causing inflammation in your body—no guessing, no restrictive elimination diets, just precise data that works. Connect with Zack Irani-Cohen:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-irani-cohen-2293296Website: https://www.inFoodsIBS.com Shift Happens is the go-to podcast for leaders navigating the complexities of organizational change. Host Kamila Adamatti brings her extensive experience in change management to conversations with executives who share real stories, valuable lessons, and practical strategies for leading transformation.If you enjoyed this episode, please like it, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Connect with Kamila Adamatti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-adamattiVisit the Shift Happens website: https://shifthappensthepodcast.com/Tone Up Business Consulting: https://toneupbusiness.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please like it, subscribe, and share it with a leader who needs to hear this message. Connect with Kamila Adamatti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-adamattiVisit the Shift Happens website: https://shifthappensthepodcast.com/Tone Up Business Consulting: https://toneupbusiness.com/We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Shift Happens Podcast.  Like, comment, and subscribe to never miss an episode!  Connect with Kamila Adamatti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-adamatti/Visit the Shift Happens website here: https://shifthappensthepodcast.com/ Listen to Shift Happens on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3FLkuYKoB8ultitr23MPj2Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-happens-podcast/id1814603417Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa0cf758-f9fb-4cda-9ed8-55e04ec6b51f #podcast #shifthappens #leadingchange #decisionmakers #foroyu #newepisode #shifthappens #leadershippodcast #changemanagement #businessleadership #selfimprovement #strategicthinking #decisionmaking #bilingualpodcast #growthmindset #executivecoaching #communicationiskey #leadingchange

    41 min

  4. FEB 12

    Change Happens - Planned or Not | Celso Sawaia

    Celso Sawaia spent 12 years as a micromanaging CEO before learning the difference between being a boss and being a leader. After nearly 20 years with the United Nations implementing enterprise architecture and PMO offices, he discovered that technical excellence means nothing if you can't navigate the human side of change. Now teaching future leaders and running his own consultancy, Celso reveals why most transformation initiatives fail—and it has nothing to do with your framework or methodology.In this episode, Celso shares the specific turning point in September 2016 that completely transformed his leadership approach, why active listening and empathy matter more than any certification, and what leaders need to develop now before AI makes technical skills obsolete. From building Brazil's fourth internet provider to advising UN agencies globally, his hard-won lessons cut through typical change management advice to reveal what actually works when implementing organizational change.What we cover:Real transformation fails because of people problems, not technical ones. Celso discusses: Why his PMO and enterprise architecture implementations met massive resistance despite being technically soundThe critical difference between being obeyed versus being followedHow to build diverse teams that fill your leadership gaps instead of trying to be good at everythingWhy soft skills will become your only competitive advantage as AI handles technical workThe specific communication and empathy practices that turn resistance into buy-in You'll relate to this episode if you: Are leading digital transformation, process changes, or organisational restructuringFeel frustrated when technically solid initiatives meet unexpected resistanceWant to understand why change management is fundamentally about people, not systemsAre preparing for a future where AI handles execution and humans provide critical thinkingRecognise you might be a boss when you need to become a leader You know that leadership requires bringing people along the journey, not just implementing the right processes—and you're ready to develop the skills that matter. Connect with Celso Sawaia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjsawaia Shift Happens is the go-to podcast for leaders navigating the complexities of organisational change. Host Kamila Adamatti brings her extensive experience in change management to conversations with executives who share real stories, valuable lessons, and practical strategies for leading transformation. If you enjoyed this episode, please like it, subscribe, and share it with a leader who needs to hear this message. Connect with Kamila Adamatti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-adamattiVisit the Shift Happens website: https://shifthappensthepodcast.com/Tone Up Business Consulting: https://toneupbusiness.com/We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Shift Happens Podcast.  Like, comment, and subscribe to never miss an episode!  Connect with Kamila Adamatti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-adamatti/Visit the Shift Happens website here: https://shifthappensthepodcast.com/ Listen to Shift Happens on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3FLkuYKoB8ultitr23MPj2Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-happens-podcast/id1814603417Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa0cf758-f9fb-4cda-9ed8-55e04ec6b51f #podcast #shifthappens #leadingchange #decisionmakers #foroyu #newepisode #shifthappens #leadershippodcast #changemanagement #businessleadership #selfimprovement #strategicthinking #decisionmaking #bilingualpodcast #growthmindset #executivecoaching #communicationiskey #leadingchange #resilientleadership #transformationjourney #professionaldevelopmentShift Happens, presented by Kamila Adamatti, is a global leadership podcast that explores how transformative leaders drive meaningful change in complex, fast-moving environments. With episodes in both English and Portuguese (subtitled in both languages), the show delivers practical insights on communication, resilience, team development, strategic decision-making, and personal growth. Whether you're leading a business, managing change, or navigating your own leadership journey, Shift Happens provides the tools, inspiration, and perspectives to help you lead with intention and impact.

    48 min

  5. FEB 5

    Why Ego Is Your Biggest Enemy | Jennifer Jeronimo

    Jennifer Jeronimo spent 20+ years climbing the ranks at Credit Suisse, Bear Stearns, and JP Morgan before becoming CEO of Gaingels Inc., where she now oversees 2,500+ portfolio companies and $900 million in network investments. But her biggest lessons didn't come from boardrooms or balance sheets. They came from spectacular failures, bank mergers, and learning when to shut up and listen.In this conversation, Jennifer reveals why the Bear Stearns collapse became her career superpower, how she survived being the eager young manager who crashed a company-wide rollout, and what it really takes to implement change management in a startup that thinks bureaucracy is a four-letter word. She shares the harsh truth about moving from star performer to first-time manager, why listening five times isn't enough when leading transformation, and how putting your ego aside might be the only skill that actually matters.Whether you're navigating organizational change, stepping into your first leadership role, or trying to bring structure to chaos without killing momentum, Jennifer's hard-won wisdom offers a masterclass in learning from failure, leading with humility, and building buy-in when the team thinks your ideas will never work.Key discussion points: Implementing change management at a fast-moving venture firm without creating bureaucracyLessons from surviving the Bear Stearns collapse and JP Morgan takeoverThe costly mistake of ignoring your team's concerns as a new managerWhy communication needs to happen seven times, not just onceHow to bring resistant team members along during major transformationsThe AI challenge: automation vs. maintaining critical thinking skillsLeading through mergers by checking your ego at the door Connect with Jennifer Jeronimo:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-jeronimo1Gaingels Inc. We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Shift Happens Podcast.  Like, comment, and subscribe to never miss an episode!  Connect with Kamila Adamatti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-adamatti/Visit the Shift Happens website here: https://shifthappensthepodcast.com/ Listen to Shift Happens on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3FLkuYKoB8ultitr23MPj2Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-happens-podcast/id1814603417Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa0cf758-f9fb-4cda-9ed8-55e04ec6b51f #podcast #shifthappens #leadingchange #decisionmakers #foroyu #newepisode #shifthappens #leadershippodcast #changemanagement #businessleadership #selfimprovement #strategicthinking #decisionmaking #bilingualpodcast #growthmindset #executivecoaching #communicationiskey #leadingchange #resilientleadership #transformationjourney #professionaldevelopmentShift Happens, presented by Kamila Adamatti, is a global leadership podcast that explores how transformative leaders drive meaningful change in complex, fast-moving environments. With episodes in both English and Portuguese (subtitled in both languages), the show delivers practical insights on communication, resilience, team development, strategic decision-making, and personal growth. Whether you're leading a business, managing change, or navigating your own leadership journey, Shift Happens provides the tools, inspiration, and perspectives to help you lead with intention and impact.

    55 min

  6. JAN 1

    SE01E32 The Hidden Burden of Leading Change | Elizabeth De Sevo

    Leadership is often defined by vision, strategy, and outcomes. But behind the scenes, there’s a part no one prepares you for—the emotional toll of guiding people through uncertainty. In this episode of Shift Happens, Kamila talks with Elizabeth, a senior leader who has led teams through complex transformation. She opens up about making decisions without full information, carrying the invisible weight of responsibility, and what truly sustains leaders when everything feels uncertain. In this conversation, you’ll learn: Why change fails when leaders prioritize process over people The emotional load leaders rarely talk about—but consistently feel How to make decisions when the “right” answer doesn’t exist The communication practices that reduce fear and resistance Elizabeth shares candid reflections on: Learning through mistakes instead of certainty What actually builds trust inside teams during uncertainty This episode is for leaders who are: Guiding transformation, growth, or restructuring Carrying responsibility for others during uncertain times Looking for honest insight—not polished theory If you’ve ever felt that leadership demands more than strategy, this conversation will resonate deeply. We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Shift Happens Podcast.  Like, comment, and subscribe to never miss an episode!  Connect with Kamila Adamatti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-adamatti/Visit the Shift Happens website here: https://shifthappensthepodcast.com/ Listen to Shift Happens on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3FLkuYKoB8ultitr23MPj2Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-happens-podcast/id1814603417Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa0cf758-f9fb-4cda-9ed8-55e04ec6b51f #podcast #shifthappens #leadingchange #decisionmakers #foroyu #newepisode #shifthappens #leadershippodcast #changemanagement #businessleadership #selfimprovement #strategicthinking #decisionmaking #bilingualpodcast #growthmindset #executivecoaching #communicationiskey #leadingchange #resilientleadership #transformationjourney #professionaldevelopmentShift Happens, presented by Kamila Adamatti, is a global leadership podcast that explores how transformative leaders drive meaningful change in complex, fast-moving environments. With episodes in both English and Portuguese (subtitled in both languages), the show delivers practical insights on communication, resilience, team development, strategic decision-making, and personal growth. Whether you're leading a business, managing change, or navigating your own leadership journey, Shift Happens provides the tools, inspiration, and perspectives to help you lead with intention and impact.

    41 min

  7. 12/18/2025

    SE01E31 Como Liderar em Meio à Crise e à Incerteza | Alessandro Moraes

    Neste episódio do Shift Happens, a host Kamila Adamatti conversa com Alessandro Moraes, Presidente da IMCD Brasil, em um diálogo profundo sobre liderança, transformação e resiliência em cenários de incerteza. Com uma carreira internacional sólida que passa pela América Latina, Europa, Oriente Médio, África e Índia, Alessandro compartilha experiências reais de liderança em momentos críticos, adaptação cultural e transformação estratégica. Ele aborda desde crises inesperadas na cadeia de suprimentos até a construção de times globais e decisões que salvaram operações e impulsionaram crescimento sustentável no setor químico. 🎯 Neste episódio, você vai aprender: Por que a mudança é uma vantagem competitiva para líderes Como a transparência fortalece a confiança em tempos difíceis A importância da adaptabilidade cultural na liderança global Como equilibrar estratégia, execução e desenvolvimento de pessoas Boas práticas de comunicação durante grandes transformações Conselhos práticos para jovens profissionais em um mercado em constante evolução Um episódio indispensável para líderes que enfrentam reestruturações, expansão internacional, disrupções no setor ou transições de carreira. Porque quando a mudança acontece, os grandes líderes se revelam. 🎧 Inscreva-se no Shift Happens Podcast para conversas semanais sobre liderança, estratégia e transformação. ENGLISH In this episode of Shift Happens, host Kamila Adamatti sits down with Alessandro Moraes, President of IMCD Brasil, for a powerful conversation about leadership, transformation, and resilience in times of uncertainty. With an impressive international career spanning Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, Alessandro shares real-life stories of leading through unexpected crises, navigating cultural differences, and transforming challenges into sustainable growth. From managing supply chain disruptions caused by industrial accidents to leading multicultural teams and driving strategic repositioning in the chemical industry, this episode goes far beyond theory. 🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode: Why change is not just inevitable, but a leadership advantage How transparency builds trust during moments of crisis The importance of cultural adaptability in global leadership How to balance strategy, execution, and people development Practical communication practices during organizational change Lessons for young professionals navigating a rapidly transforming market This conversation is essential listening for leaders facing restructuring, global expansion, industry disruption, or personal career transitions. Because when change happens, great leaders reveal themselves. 🎧 Subscribe to Shift Happens Podcast for weekly conversations on leadership, strategy, and transformation. We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Shift Happens Podcast.  Like, comment, and subscribe to never miss an episode!  Connect with Kamila Adamatti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-adamatti/Visit the Shift Happens website here: https://shifthappensthepodcast.com/ Listen to Shift Happens on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3FLkuYKoB8ultitr23MPj2Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-happens-podcast/id1814603417Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa0cf758-f9fb-4cda-9ed8-55e04ec6b51f #podcast #shifthappens #leadingchange #decisionmakers #foroyu #newepisode #shifthappens #leadershippodcast #changemanagement #businessleadership #selfimprovement #strategicthinking #decisionmaking #bilingualpodcast #growthmindset #executivecoaching #communicationiskey #leadingchange #resilientleadership #transformationjourney #professionaldevelopmentShift Happens, presented by Kamila Adamatti, is a global leadership podcast that explores how transformative leaders drive meaningful change in complex, fast-moving environments. With episodes in both English and Portuguese (subtitled in both languages), the show delivers practical insights on communication, resilience, team development, strategic decision-making, and personal growth. Whether you're leading a business, managing change, or navigating your own leadership journey, Shift Happens provides the tools, inspiration, and perspectives to help you lead with intention and impact.

    47 min

  8. 12/11/2025

    SE01E30 A Tapeçaria da Mudança: Confiança, Empatia e o Futuro da Liderança | Clemens Boecker

    Neste inspirador episódio do podcast Shift Happens, a host Kamila Adamatti recebe Clemens Boecker, CEO da Tapetes São Carlos, uma empresa com um legado profundo nas indústrias têxtil e automotiva do Brasil. Clemens lidera uma equipe dedicada à inovação, sustentabilidade e verticalização, mas seus segredos de liderança residem em sua abordagem radical à gestão de mudanças. Clemens compartilha sua jornada pessoal, começando com as origens alemãs de sua família e uma experiência transformadora em um internato suíço, onde aprendeu a profunda força da confiança e de pedir ajuda—uma lição que ele chama de ser "a criança pequena" que segura a mão da mãe. Essa humildade define sua estratégia corporativa, especialmente ao enfrentar as grandes transformações trazidas pela digitalização e pela IA. Descubra como Clemens navegou por duas crises econômicas severas (2014/2015 e a pandemia) sem demitir um único funcionário devido a cortes de custos. Ele detalha a Gamificação da Crise, transformando a temida tarefa de corte de custos em um desafio lúdico e empoderador onde nenhuma ideia é absurda, e a regra era: qualquer sugestão não deve envolver demissões. Este episódio é uma masterclass na construção de uma cultura de segurança psicológica, na utilização do Design Thinking (Empatia, Protótipo, Experiência) e em garantir que, mesmo com os avanços da IA, o calor humano e a empatia permaneçam o co-piloto dos negócios. 🔑 Principais Lições e Insights de Liderança:O Poder da Humildade: O mantra pessoal e corporativo de Clemens: Pedir ajuda é um sinal de força, não de fraqueza. Mentoria Reversa: Como um líder sênior procurou um funcionário júnior de 22 anos para ser seu coach em tópicos como ChatGPT e automação, fomentando um crescimento intergeracional incrível. Segurança Psicológica: Construir uma cultura onde é aceitável ser vulnerável, os erros são abraçados como oportunidades de aprendizado e o objetivo é errar rápido e corrigir imediatamente. Gamificação da Crise: A estratégia brilhante usada para evitar demissões em períodos de crise econômica severa, transformando o corte de custos em um jogo que incentivava a criatividade radical de todos os níveis. IA como Co-Piloto: Como a Tapetes São Carlos usa a Inteligência Artificial para automatizar tarefas manuais (como a geração de documentos), permitindo que os funcionários dediquem 30% do seu tempo a trabalhos estratégicos e criativos, colocando "mais alma no negócio." Design Thinking na Crise: A utilização da empatia e prototipagem para entender as preocupações dos funcionários e construir soluções de forma colaborativa durante a mudança difícil. O Futuro da Liderança: A habilidade mais crítica para o sucesso é a coragem de ter empatia—ver o mundo através dos olhos dos outros. Economia Circular: O compromisso da Tapetes São Carlos com a sustentabilidade, incluindo a criação da primeira fibra biodegradável na América Latina e o desenvolvimento de sistemas para aceitar tapetes de volta para reciclagem. ENGLISH:In this inspiring episode of the Shift Happens podcast, host Kamila Adamatti welcomes Clemens Boecker, CEO of Tapetes São Carlos, a company with a profound legacy in Brazil's textile and automotive industries. Clemens leads a team dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and verticalization, but his leadership secrets lie in his radical approach to change management. Clemens shares his personal journey, beginning with his family's German origins and a transformative experience at a Swiss boarding school where he learned the profound strength of trust and asking for help—a lesson he calls "being the little child" who holds the mother's hand. This humility defines his corporate strategy, especially when facing the massive shifts brought by digitalization and AI. 🔗 Connect with Tapetes São Carlos:Company Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=tonabusiness.com (Sponsor mention) We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Shift Happens Podcast.  Like, comment, and subscribe to never miss an episode!  Connect with Kamila Adamatti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-adamatti/Visit the Shift Happens website here: https://shifthappensthepodcast.com/ Listen to Shift Happens on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3FLkuYKoB8ultitr23MPj2Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-happens-podcast/id1814603417Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa0cf758-f9fb-4cda-9ed8-55e04ec6b51f #podcast #shifthappens #leadingchange #decisionmakers #foroyu #newepisode #shifthappens #leadershippodcast #changemanagement #businessleadership #selfimprovement #strategicthinking #decisionmaking #bilingualpodcast #growthmindset #executivecoaching #communicationiskey #leadingchange #resilientleadership #transformationjourney #professionaldevelopment

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  • Creator
    Kamila Adamatti
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
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    © 2026 Kamila Adamatti