The Flex Executive Code

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This podcast series explores what it takes to thrive as a modern leader. Through candid conversations with C-suite executives, board directors, and thought leaders. My name is Karunesh Prasad. As the show host and CEO of Board Match Up, I will decode the strategies, mindsets, and moments that define success at work and in life. In each episode, I will discuss with inspiring leaders what it means to be a truly flexible executive who blends purpose, performance, and presence. If you’re building a purposeful, high-impact career without compromising balance, this podcast is for you.

Episodes

  1. 1D AGO

    Culture, Startups and Boardrooms

    This conversation explores the intricacies of startup culture, highlighting the crucial role of founders and early employees in shaping organisational behaviour. It examines the impact of boards on culture, the challenges of recruiting from larger companies, and the significance of comprehending board dynamics. The discussion also highlights the importance of resilience and humility in startup environments, as well as the strategic intent behind forming advisory councils or boards. Key takeaways The nuances of the founder have a profound influence on the culture.The first hundred employees significantly shape company culture.Hiring challenges intensify as companies expand beyond 100 employees.Boards can greatly influence startup culture and decision-making.High performers tend to excel in various environments.Resilience and humility are crucial for success in startups.Understanding board dynamics is essential for founders.The intent behind forming a board can unlock opportunities.Hiring from big companies requires adaptability and humility.Culture can be structured into clear dimensions for better understanding.

    27 min

  2. AUG 18

    Profit and Purpose with Ashok Barat

    In this engaging conversation, the show host Karunesh Prasad, CEO of Board Match Up, and the podcast guest Ashok Barat, Corporate Advisor and Board Member, delve deeper into the topic of Profit and Purpose. Ashok Barat argues that profit and purpose are not binary. Profit is the precondition for any sustained purpose; purpose must be contextual, economically viable, and aligned with regulation. Boards are broadening the definition of stakeholders and integrating ethics, environment, and community outcomes into governance. He also outlines a playbook for post‑retirement careers.

    21 min

  3. JUL 17

    Executive Transitions with Nancy Grösch

    This engaging conversation between show host Karunesh and guest Nancy explores the future of career transitions, highlighting the challenges and opportunities executives will face. The highlights of the episodes are:- Executive Transitions Are on the Rise - Many C-suite leaders are leaving full-time roles to pursue portfolio careers, including board memberships, advisory positions, fractional and interim roles, or entrepreneurship. A New Talent Ecosystem Is Emerging - Startups, scale-ups, PE-backed firms, nonprofits, and large corporations are increasingly preferring seasoned executives on a project or as-needed basis, particularly for transformation and M&A. Rebuilding one’s story is key: from job title to value proposition. Strategic Personal Branding Is Critical —Executives must articulate a clear value proposition—why they, what they are, what they offer, and how they do it differently. Getting Ready for a Flex Career- The executive must reflect deeply on financial, emotional, and personal readiness

    22 min

  4. JUN 10

    Elevating the People Agenda with Farmin Diez

    This fantastic and thought-provoking episode focuses on:- People Agenda: A Missing Priority in the BoardroomTalent is the most valuable currency for organisational success.However, human capital discussions are underrepresented in boardroom conversations.The need is urgent to elevate the people agenda to the board level where strategic decisions are made.The future of work is not in the future—it’s the present.Traditional full-time employment extends to contractual, gig, hybrid, and skill-based careers.Organisations must adapt recruitment, development, and compensation policies to reflect this new reality.GenAI is revolutionising white-collar work, much like how the internet changed business.HR must now manage a mixed workforce: full-timers, part-timers, machines, software, and AI agents.The new role of HR leaders is to act as Chief Productivity Officers, managing how work gets done, not just who does it.HR policies must consider AI tools, automation, and hybrid teams in addition to human workers.Organisations are focusing on “no headcount increase” growth, where productivity must rise through reskilling and AI integration.HR must move beyond engagement and retention dashboards to focus on strategic talent planning.There is a need to reskill and upgrade HR’s understanding of tech, productivity, and strategic alignment.Boards often underestimate the execution risk of strategies that rely heavily on people.Succession planning is often superficial—HR and boards must take ownership to ensure real readiness.Two common misconceptions:Both are flawed. HR professionals can add immense strategic value, but must also be board-ready.HR professionals aspiring to board roles must invest in governance training (e.g., SID’s LED program).

    23 min
  • 4 Episodes

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This podcast series explores what it takes to thrive as a modern leader. Through candid conversations with C-suite executives, board directors, and thought leaders. My name is Karunesh Prasad. As the show host and CEO of Board Match Up, I will decode the strategies, mindsets, and moments that define success at work and in life. In each episode, I will discuss with inspiring leaders what it means to be a truly flexible executive who blends purpose, performance, and presence. If you’re building a purposeful, high-impact career without compromising balance, this podcast is for you.

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  • Creator
    Karunesh Prasad
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  • Episodes
    4
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    © Karunesh Prasad
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    The Flex Executive Code