How To Be The Difference

As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every Tuesday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!In this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul have a conversation with Tom Dehouck. Today, Tom shares his insight on recruiting, bias and how to achieve bias free hiring to achieve a culture of fairness. Tom is an experienced General Manager in transformation roles with a demonstrated history of achieving results in the technology sector. Skilled in strategy development, M&A, Organizational Design, Business Transformation and Performance Improvement. Chief Customer Officer at TestGorilla.comResources and people mentioned:Talanta Johanna MolinaPaul LynskeyTom Dehouck Test Gorilla Edited by: Valeria Gonzalez Produced by: Melanie Konstandt

As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every Tuesday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!In this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul have a conversation with Hady Mendez. Today, Hady shares her insight on finding your voice and values, and reverse mentoring. With a diverse career spanning over 25 years, Hady has served as: *Head of Equality for a major tech firm, *Held multiple customer-facing roles in high tech and financial services,*Served as a leader across various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs),*Volunteered as an international champion for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women, and *Served as Community School Director at an elementary school in the South Bronx. Resources and people mentioned:Talanta Johanna MolinaPaul LynskeyHady Mendez Edited by: Valeria Gonzalez Produced by: Melanie Konstandt

As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every Tuesday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!In this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul have a conversation with Patrick Mork. Today, Patrick shares his insight on feedback and phychological safety. Patrick Mork is a silicon valley veteran and 4x time chief marketing officer who led the team that launched the Google play brand in 2012. Today he works as a Purpose Driven Leader coach, specialized in startups, company culture and marketing. He uses powerful stories and Co-Active coaching to help senior executives and startup founders make profound changes in their organizations and their lives.Patrick is the author of a new book on personal transformation called Step Back and LEAP. In it he uses powerful stories and practical exercises to help people make profound changes in their professional careers and their lives.Patrick's unique perspective stems from his experience as a consumer marketer at Pepsi-Cola along with over 18 years building brands and marketing campaigns for technology companies including Google, Glu mobile and various startups in Europe and Silicon Valley.In his role as leadership coach and storyteller, Patrick has been a personal advisor to senior executives at Apple, Google, Facebook, and several well-known startups including Onavo (acquired by Facebook), Distimo (acquired by App Annie) and Lime (the giant of electric scooters).Charismatic and Visionary, Patrick has given speeches at many international conferences and company events. He is an expert on topics related to managing change and transformation, the world of startups, marketing, creating and launching technology products and training and managing high performance teams. He has lived in 11 countries, speaks 4 languages and has worked in Europe, the USA and South America.Resources and people mentioned:Talanta Johanna MolinaPaul LynskeyPatrick Mork LEAPStep back and LEAP, written by Patrick MorkEdited by: Valeria Gonzalez Produced by: Melanie Konstandt

As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every Tuesday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!In this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul have a conversation with Kamales Lardi. Today, Kamales shares her insight on diversity, bias, and the use of technology and data. Kamales is a bold and strategic thinker in digital and business transformation. She combines over 23 years of deep cross-industry experience with the latest digital and technology solutions. Kamales is listed in the “Top 10 Global Influencers & Thought Leaders in Digital Transformation” (Thinkers360) and Top 50 Women in Tech Influencers 2021 (The Awards Magazine). She often says, 'technology is not a silver bullet solution, a clear value proposition should drive any transformation effort'. This approach resonates well with many business leaders and has helped her stand out in the digital space. Since establishing Lardi & Partner Consulting GmbH in 2012, Kamales has advised many multinational companies across various industries in Europe, Asia and Africa for over a decade. Kamales believes in the transformative impact of emerging technologies. She has developed deep knowledge and practical experience in a range of emerging technology solutions, such as blockchain, AI, virtual and augmented reality, 3D-printing, IoT and sensor technologies, and robotics process automation among others. Kamales is a Teaching Fellow at Durham University Business School, and is the Chair of the FORBES Business Council Women Executives. She is a dynamic and influential speaker and presents regularly at corporate and industry conferences. In 2022, Kamales was recognized in International 40 Over 40 - The World's Most Inspiring Women by CapGemini Invent and Female One Zero.Resources and people mentioned:Talanta Johanna MolinaPaul LynskeyKamales LardiThe Human Side of Digital Business TransformationEdited by: Valeria Gonzalez Produced by: Melanie Konstandt

As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every Tuesday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!In this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul have a conversation with Aga Rogala. Today, Aga shares her insight on diversity, bias, and the use of technology and data. Aga Rogala is a global talent acquisition professional who has been working for over a decade in the human resources field, with a primary focus on recruitment and talent acquisition. She has had direct and indirect experience with numerous global organizations from diverse sectors such as consulting, banking, telecom, FMCG, building & construction, across various locations in Europe. This exposure has provided her with a deep understanding of different leadership styles and business strategies, as well as the ability to work with multinational teams and overcome diverse challenges. Her passion for learning and staying up-to-date with the latest trends in HR, the future of work, the use of technology and data to drive better business results and people decisions is evident. Additionally, she is a strong advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion.Resources and people mentioned:Talanta Johanna MolinaPaul LynskeyAga RogalaEdited by: Valeria Gonzalez Produced by: Melanie Konstandt

As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every Tuesday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!In this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul have a conversation with Alicia Richardson. Today, Alicia shares her insight on diversity hiring, DEI initiatives and her own diverse job board. Alicia Richardson is SyncD's Lead Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultant. She has +5 years of diverse hiring experience, workshop facilitation and public speaking experience.Alicia has worked across various industries, including tech, creative, marketing, and fashion. Companies and clients she has worked with included Spotify, Depop, Analog Folk, Media Cause, House 337 and Looping Group.Alicia has experience building communities and is the Founder of her own diverse job board, Black Create Connect. Alicia has created and executed diverse hiring strategies by conducting detailed audits, research and data analysis. This has resulted in her impacting who companies attract, and how they successfully retain diverse talent.Resources and people mentioned:Talanta Johanna MolinaPaul LynskeyAlicia RichardsonBlack Create ConnectEdited by: Valeria Gonzalez Produced by: Melanie Konstandt

As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every Tuesday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!In this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul have a conversation with Alan Stein. Today, Alan shares his insights on early employment and recruitment. Alan Stein is the Founder & CEO of Kadima Careers, where he is on a mission to accelerate 1 million careers by 2040.A graduate of Columbia Business School, Alan spent nearly 30 years as a successful leader at Google, Meta, Salesforce, Tableau, and American Express. He went from Manager, to Director, to Vice-President, to Global Department Head in about 10 years. In 2016, Alan received Google’s Manager Of The Year award.Today, Alan helps underrepresented, underestimated, and underpaid talent land great jobs at top companies. This inspired Alan to create a systematic process — The GROWTH Framework –– to help people break through these obstacles, get hired by the best companies, and build generational wealth.Resources and people mentioned:Talanta Johanna MolinaPaul LynskeyAlan SteinKadima CareersEdited by: Valeria Gonzalez Produced by: Melanie Konstandt

As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every Tuesday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!In this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul have a conversation with Steven Rothberg. Today, Steven shares his insights on early employment and recruitment. Steven Rothberg is the Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of College Recruiter job search site, which believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career. College Recruiter's customers are primarily Fortune 1,000 companies, government agencies, and other employers hiring at scale. They advertise their part-time, seasonal, internship, and entry-level job openings on College Recruiter. Each year, more than 12 million students and recent grads from dozens of countries use College Recruiter to find great, new jobs. Resources and people mentioned:Talanta Johanna MolinaPaul LynskeySteven RothbergCollege RecruiterEdited by: Valeria Gonzalez Produced by: Melanie Konstandt

In this episode of How to be the Difference, hosts Johanna Molina and Paul Lynskey selected eight clips of the most interesting and exciting interviews that were presented this last season. In this special edition, we include the best insights from experts working in very different industries: from foreign affairs to venture capital, all the way to funding startups and working in the corporate world.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday and don’t forget to follow us on social media! A selection of the best How to be the Difference podcast moments of 2022As a first selection, we revisit the episode featuring Gina Gotthilf, the co-founder, and COO at Latitud. This company was created to solve problems and remove the obstacles in the path of many brilliant entrepreneurs trying to change the reality of Latin America. In the clip, we learn how Gina helped scale Duolingo from 3 to 200M users, starting with PR to get reporters to talk about Duolingo for free, while learning what messages appealed to them for those stories.Our second clip comes from Jaime Bermudez, former Minister of Foreign Affairs in Colombia and Ambassador of Colombia in Argentina. Jaime is now the President of the Lazard Investment Bank in Colombia but has spent most of his career working in communications, public affairs, and studying social behavior from different perspectives. He discusses the differences between working in the corporate world versus working in politics.The third selected guest is Nathan Lustig, Managing Partner at Magma Partners. Founded in 2014, Magma is an early-stage venture capital fund based in Latin America. Nathan gives his opinion on the future of work and on what professionals should focus on to be part of it.Next, we revisit the very exciting path of Lydia Kibandi, CEO at Lensational, a non-profit social enterprise that aims to elevate the voices of underrepresented women through photography. Lydia has earned recognition as a young leader in her country and globally through a nomination in Kenya’s Business Daily Top 40 under 40 women in leadership and her contribution to panels including New York Times Climate Hub at COP26. In this holiday special, Lydia talks about the connection between storytelling and photography.In another very inspirational conversation, Johanna and Paul sit down with Brian York, a serial entrepreneur & angel investor who built Liftit, the largest last-mile truck delivery platform in Latin America, and now CEO and cofounder of Cubbo, the fastest-growing e-commerce fulfillment business in LatAm. Brian shares his idea of the future of work and the skills needed to be ready for it.Our next selection comes from a Webinar on How the Talent Competition is Changing with Tatiana Goldberg, Head of HR at Unilever Prestige, and Sergio Cadavid, Head of HR at Holcim. In this clip, Tatiana and Sergio talk about solutions for talent retention for companies worldwide, hybrid working at Unilever, and how to build a remote work culture for employees.Next, we revisit a clip from Julian Torres, serial entrepreneur and cofounder of Ontop. Julian has created five other businesses before Ontop, including Fitpal, a company that offers a subscription for unlimited access to gyms and fitness centers. He is also a musician, singer, Forbes contributor, and best-selling author. We talk again with Julian about the best habits to improve mental health and the future of work.Last but not least, we revisit the episode featuring Stela Barcelos, Former Global HR Director in consumer goods multinationals Unilever and Diageo. Stela has over 20 years of experience in senior HR roles partnering with teams across the Americas, Asia, and Europe. In this episode, Stela shares how companies can attract the best talent, insights on global talent acquisition, and some advice to companies unwilling to implement remote work.Outline of this episode:[03:06 ] - Gina Gotthilf: Upscaling Duolingo[09:06] - Jaime Bermudez: Working in the corporate world versus in politics[11:36] - Nathan Lustig: The future of work?[18:05] - Lydia Kibandi: The connection between storytelling and photography[26:41] - Brian York: The skills for the future of work[36:21] - Tatiana Goldberg and Sergio Cadavid: Solutions to talent retention for companies worldwide[47:07] - Julián Torres: Habits to improve mental health[56:59] - Stela Barcelos: Insights on the global talent acquisition and remote workResources and people mentioned:Gina GotthilfDuolingoLatitudJaime BermudezLazard Investment BankNathan LustigMagma PartnersLydia KibandiLensationalBrian YorkLiftitCubboTatiana GoldbergSergio CadavidUnileverHolcimTalanta Julian TorresOntopStela BarcelosUnileverGalapagos TeamJohanna MolinaPaul Lynskey

As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!Coaching the leaders that are building the future of workIn this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul sit down with Joanna Danger, Commercial Engineer and Certified Executive Coach with more than a decade of experience in the professional development of senior executives and more than 20 years of experience in team management. Through a structured coaching process, Joanna challenges executives to think differently about how they lead and communicate.Originally from Seattle, Joanna has lived for the past 20 years in Santiago de Chile. She started her career in exports and international business before moving into the world of executive education and management training. As an executive education professional, Joanna worked with Harvard, Yale, and the MIT.After working in training for several years, Joanna incorporated executive coaching into the equation. Through all these years, she’s been helping teams be the best teams they can be and helping leaders be the best leaders they can be.In this episode, Joanna shares her insights on coaching and the future of work. She explains what executive coaching is and shares tips on how to choose the right coach for yourself. Joanna talks about why emotional intelligence and valuing diversity are top leadership competencies and about detecting and avoiding burnout. Finally, she explains why remote teams can fall into a default setting of working in silos and how this can affect their performance.Outline of this episode:[03:11] - Joanna’s background[05:37] - What is executive coaching?[07:21] - How to identify if you need coaching?[08:57] - Emotional intelligence in leadership[09:55] - Changes brought by the pandemic[10:56] - Common pitfalls for remote team leaders[13:41] - Building a culture for remote-first teams[16:04] - Fostering communication and connection on remote teams[17:01] - Common pain points on remote teams for leaders[19:10] - Identifying burnout[21:08] - Joanna’s take on the future of work[22:34] - Skills needed for the future of workResources and people mentioned: Joanna DangerTalanta Johanna MolinaPaul LynskeyZenger Folkman

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!The importance of soft-skills in the future of workIn this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul sit down with Jose Caparroso, Business Reporter & Cross-Platform Editor at Forbes LatAm. He was previously a reporter for Grupo Semana in Colombia, and CNN in Espanol in the US. Jose has profiled some of the biggest names in media and business including Reed Hastings, cofounder of Netflix, and Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft. He was also awarded with the Citi Journalistic Excellence Award in 2020, and the Ibero-American Economic Journalism Award in 2021.Jose has had a short but powerful career. Starting from a young age participating in radio shows, TV shows and newspapers, Jose didn’t hesitate to leave his first job in Colombia’s biggest newspaper to join CNN in the US as an intern. This opportunity not only accelerated his career in production and journalism , but also gave him an international perspectiveBack in Colombia, Jose detected that the news media coverage was concentrated on traditional companies from traditional industries, and there was a gap covering startup news. He started reporting news about tech and entrepreneurship, and began getting exclusive coverage and interviews with top CEOs.In this episode, Jose shares his journey and how he is now in the front row witnessing the changes and technology disruptions in Latin America. He responds to questions on the future of media and journalism, and shares his perspective on tools and skills for the future of work.Outline of this episode:[03:19] - Welcome to the show Jose.[03:50] - How did you get started in journalism?[05:58] - How big a step was it to move from Colombia to the US for CNN?[08:34] - How the media has evolved in the last couple of decades.[10:44] - Jose’s work in Forbes[13:47] - How do you imagine the future of media and journalism?[15:45] - What is the role of the media in influencing the talent development of the future?[17:58] - What is your opinion on the future of work?[20:35] - Who do you want to interview next and why?[23:14] - How to avoid fake news?Resources and people mentioned:Jose CaparrosoForbes en EspañolTalanta Johanna MolinaPaul Lynskey

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!Helping companies bring their purpose to lifeIn this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul sit down with David Mead, a Keynote speaker that helps teams and organizations take the concepts of great leadership and put them into practice. In 2009 he joined the speaker and author Simon Sinek. For the next 10 years, David traveled the world and helped share Simon’s inspiring ideas through public speaking and workshops.In 2019, David decided to go his own way. He continued to provide workshops and help companies find their purpose, but now he also focused on making that purpose a reality. Articulating a purpose is one thing, and implementing it is another. When organizations are vocal about their purpose but don’t act accordingly, people lose trust.In this episode, David talks about why trust is the cornerstone of healthy organizational cultures. According to David, honesty, humility, and humanity are necessary to achieve trust within organizations. He also shares his perspective on how companies can face the challenge of building a culture for employees working remotely and talks about the future of work.Outline of this episode:[04:14] - David’s background[08:40] - Lessons learned from helping companies find their purpose[10:32] - How can companies implement their purpose?[11:52] - How has David helped companies implement their purpose[15:42] - How can companies create an environment of trust?[21:39] - Common mistakes companies make[23:23] - The future of work according to David[24:26] - Practical examples[28:23] - What’s next for David?Resources and people mentioned: David MeadSimon SinekBook Start with WhyTalanta Johanna MolinaPaul Lynskey

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!From sports to neuroscienceIn this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul sit down with Puerto Rican Hector de Jesus Cortes, a Ph.D. candidate in Neuroscience at the UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas TX. Hector’s work in the lab focuses on understanding the brain at different levels to ultimately discover treatments for psychiatric and neurologic disorders. Hector became the first Latino President of the Postdoctoral Association at MIT, was awarded in 2019 with “El Mundo’s Latino 30 under 30” with a special award from Blue Cross Blue Shield for his leadership roles and scientific impact in Boston, and more recently with the 2022 MIT School of Science Infinite Award for his awe-inspiring commitment of time and energy to research, outreach, education, mentorship, and community.In this inspiring conversation, Hector shares his journey from wanting to become a baseball player to being at the forefront of lab research for degenerative diseases like Alzheimer. He also discusses neuroplasticity, habits for a healthy brain, and his take on mindfulness.Join this episode of How to be the Difference to learn more about the importance of mentorships, why it is necessary to talk about mental illness, and why curiosity and discipline are more relevant than good grades for success.Outline of this episode:[02:30] - About Hector[04:51] - The importance of having mentors.[07:13] - What is neuroscience and why is it important?[11:35] - How can we exercise mental flexibility in today’s world?[15:22] - The importance of practice.[16:33] - Habits to increase plasticity in the brain.[21:54] - What’s the future of work?[24:21] - You don’t have to be the smartest person in the room.[27:59] - What’s next for Hector?Resources and people mentioned: Hector de Jesus CortesTalanta Johanna MolinaPaul Lynskey

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!A powerful company culture for meaningful workIn this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul sit down with Stela Barcelos, Former Global HR Director in consumer goods multinationals Unilever and Diageo. Stela has over 20 years of experience in senior HR roles partnering with teams across the Americas, Asia, and Europe. She is driven by a deep interest in working with people from different cultures to fuel and give life to positive and innovative ideas, and to create impactful transformation.Stela’s most recent endeavor is as cofounder of Galapagos Team, a business acceleration company that helps people and organizations amplify their ideas to thrive and create a positive impact through making change possible.In conversation with Stela, she gives insights on how to create a culture within an organization, the new challenges companies face to attract talent, and how HR can be innovative when it is at the service of people and fosters a positive culture.Join this episode of How to be the Difference to dive deeper into company culture, why it is important as an organization to focus on purpose for meaningful work and the immense and amazing power of HR in connecting people from different cultures and backgrounds to work together.Outline of this episode:[00:28]: Greetings from Johanna and Paul[04:06]: Intro to Stela[05:03]: Stela’s background and career[05:38]: Getting into HR[07:04]: Staying long-term in one company[09:12]: How to create culture within an organisation[10:18]: How can HR be innovative[14:34]: How can companies attract the best talent[15:45]: Insights on the global talent acquisition and remote work[18:02]: Advice to companies unwilling to implement remote work[19:37]: Jumping into entrepreneurship[21:02]: How can people future-proof themselves?[22:01]: The future of work[24:02]: Advice to leaders and HR managersResources and people mentioned:Stela BarcelosUnileverGalapagos TeamTalanta Johanna MolinaPaul Lynskey

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact, and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, and remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday, and don’t forget to follow us on social media!Helping companies worldwide build their remote teamsIn this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul sit down with Julian Torres, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Ontop. Julián created five other businesses before Ontop, including Fitpal, a company that offers a subscription for unlimited access to gyms and fitness centers. He is also a musician, singer, Forbes contributor, and on top of that, he wrote several bestselling books. Ontop is an end-to-end solution for companies to hire and pay people around the world while complying with rules and regulations. However, Ontop is not just software: it also comprises a team of consultants that can help companies in legal, operational, and financial matters. According to Julian, Ontop wants to be the most trusted advisor in international hiring.In this episode, Julián shares a lot of useful tips and tricks to build remote teams. He explains that the traditional working paradigm has been replaced by a completely different one. Remote work consists of a bunch of people looking at screens communicating, collaborating, and making stuff happen. Listen to this episode to discover why Julian believes the future of work will be hybrid and to learn how to create a healthy and productive remote work culture. He also shares the lessons he learned by adopting mindfulness habits to preserve his mental health.Outline of this episode:[00:45] - Introduction to Julián Torres[04:50] - Ontop’s backstory[10:30] - Ground rules to run a fully remote company[14:40] - What is OKR?[17:00] - Ontop as an advisor for international hiring[19:05] - Habits to improve your mental health[24:18] - The future of work, according to Julián[27:20] - Fundamental skills for the future of work[29:27] - About companies that don’t believe in hybrid work[31:44] - What’s next for JuliánResources and people mentioned:Julián TorresOntopSantiago AparicioJaime AbellaFitpalUniversidad de los AndesBooks by Julián Torres:La Estupidez Colectiva. Published by Penguin Random House (2019)Hábitos Poderosos. Published by Penguin Random House (2022)

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday, and don’t forget to follow us on social media!Helping people discover the best version of themselves In this episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul sit down with Jamie Turner, internationally recognized author, professor, consultant, and speaker. Jamie has helped employees at various large companies including The Coca-Cola Company and Microsoft, and specializes in leading, managing, and mentoring. He is also a regular guest on CNN and HLN, where he delivers segments on marketing, persuasion, and leadership. In his long repertoire, Jamie stands out for being the co-author of several essential business books, and his YouTube channel was designated one of the "Top 10 Business YouTube Channels". Nowadays, Jamie enjoys going around the globe to give workshops on topics like business, digital marketing, artificial intelligence, and leadership.In conversation with Johanna and Paul, Jaime shares his love of helping people discover a better version of themselves with tools, techniques and technologies that help them find out who they truly are, so that they can lead the life that they've always hoped to lead. Jamie also discusses the four pillars of leadership, how to rewire your brain, he shares some of his best practices for communication in a remote working environment, discusses the main skills for the future of work, and how to encourage more authentic and real conversations with team members.Outline of this episode:[02:10] - Introduction to Jamie[03:12] - Jamie’s background[04:12] - Jamie’s techniques to be a better leader[05:11] - The four pillars of leadership[06:10] - Working on your mindset[08:30] - The first line of code[09:40] - The best version of yourself[10:37] - From writing a blog to helping massive companies[11:33] - On being authentic[13:00] - How to encourage more authentic and real conversations with teams?[15:30] - Best practices for remote teams in communication and leadership[18:30] - Problems within a company need more communication[19:00] - Understanding other’s style of communication[19:54] - Skills for the future of work[21:36] - What is the future of work?[25:25] - Main skills for the future of work[28:20] - Be your authentic self[28:36] - Jamie’s proudest moment[30:11] - What’s next for JamieResources and people mentioned:Jamie Turner WebsiteJamie TurnerJohanna MolinaPaul Lynskey

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday, and don’t forget to follow us on social media!Flexibility and empathy as the new working paradigm In this special episode, Johanna Molina leads a Webinar on How the Talent Competition is Changing with Tatiana Goldberg, Head of HR at Unilever Prestige, and Sergio Cadavid, Head of HR at Holcim. According to Microsoft’s Work Trend Index 2022, 52% of Gen Z and Millennials are likely to consider changing employers this year. And according to Talanta’s research, most of the world’s leading companies have always focused their recruitment on the US and Europe, representing only 14% of the world’s population. This leaves the other 86% of the world’s top talent behind. Also, these years we’ve seen an exponential increase in resignations, huge salary inflations, a lack of top talent availability, and a massive transition into hybrid or remote workplaces.In this episode, our guests share their insights on how companies can adapt to all of these fast-paced changes that the talent market is experiencing. Tatiana and Sergio talk about how their companies have adopted new strategies to attract and retain talent. They also discuss why we need to focus more than ever on being empathetic and human with co-workers, why we need to avoid transaction-based connections, why it is important to be intentional about including diversity in our workplaces, and much more.To learn more about amazing internship opportunities, check out Talanta’s website.Outline of this episode:[01:45] - About Talanta[02:33] - Introducing guests[05:45] - Introducing today’s topic[06:55] - Top challenges faced at Unilever[08:36] - Top challenges faced at Holcim[10:30] - What are the causes for this talent market transformation?[18:33] - Solutions to talent retention for companies worldwide[22:00] - Hybrid working at Unilever[24:20] - Building a remote working culture for employees[28:56] - Cross-border talent competition[33:00] - Diversity and impact[36:35] - How can companies adapt to this transformation?[40:39] - A borderless world for talent, or a world without barriers for talent?[41:50] - Business opportunities emerging from a growing remote talent market[43:45] - Thoughts on soft skills for new talentsResources and people mentioned:Tatiana GoldbergSergio CadavidUnileverHolcimTalanta Johanna MolinaPaul Lynskey

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!Serial entrepreneur with strong Colombian tiesBrian York left Colombia when he was two weeks old, was adopted by a US family and grew up south of Boston. However, Brian never forgot his Colombian heritage and always planned to travel back to meet his biological family who gave him up for adoption as a newborn. Nevertheless, with his entrepreneurial spirit, he ended up staying and co-founding his first LatAm company.In today’s How to be the Difference episode, Johanna and Paul sit down with Brian, a serial entrepreneur & angel investor who built Liftit, the largest last-mile truck delivery platform in Latin America, and now CEO and cofounder of Cubbo, the fastest growing e-commerce fulfillment business in LatAm. Cubbo is a Latin American technology company that fulfills e-commerce orders for direct-to-consumer brands through the largest urban warehouse fulfillment network which allows them to do same-day fulfillment. In this episode of How to Be the Difference, Brian shares his amazing story, from growing up in the US and searching his biological family, to creating and testing several enterprises and exiting Liftit. But Brian keeps following his entrepreneurial heart, and now continues rolling up his sleeves and getting dirty in Cubbo’s warehouse. Brian is your go-to-person to get things done, with a nomadic spirit and a family guy.To learn more about amazing internship opportunities, check out Talanta’s website.Outline of this episode:[02:45] - Introducing Brian York[04:15] - Brian’s background[07:09] - On finding his biological family[11:10] - Growing up in the US[13:35] - How did LiftIt came to be[18:26] - Raising for a LatAm startup[20:25] - Starting Cubbo in the middle of the pandemic[23:55] - Participating in Shark Tank[26:04] - Fundraising in today’s market[31:40] - Brian’s idea of the future of work[37:50] - The skills for the future of work[40:40] - What’s next for BrianResources and people mentioned:Brian YorkLiftitCubboJosu GurtubayTalanta Johanna MolinaPaul Lynskey

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!Bringing Latin American entrepreneurs togetherAccording to Alex Santana, a community is a cohesive group of people willing to work no matter what towards an ultimate goal that goes beyond their own interests. And Alex has been building one of the most relevant tech startup communities in Latin America for a decade.In today’s How to be the Difference episode, Johanna and Paul sit down with Alex Santana, the VC of Capital & Startups at Amazon Web Services. Alex is also a community leader and international facilitator at Startup Weekend, an organization that aims to educate entrepreneurs in 54 hours. He also serves as a Global Shaper for the World Economic Forum.In this episode, Alex shares his view on why it is important to look at Latin America’s startup ecosystem as a whole, where entrepreneurs support each other and join efforts toward creating groundbreaking and efficient products and services. He also explains how the Startup Weekend event helps entrepreneurs build in 54 hours replicable and scalable products with a couple of clients and a proof of concept. Alex also gives his insights on what are the most relevant skills and tools professionals and HR managers need to have to be prepared for the future of work.Outline of this episode:[02:30] - Introduction to Alex Santana[03:10] - Alex’s background[04:25] - His position in LatAm’s startup ecosystem [07:33] - How do you build a strong community?[10:15] - Building an online community after the Covid-19 pandemic[12:13] - Why is entrepreneurship important for AWS?[14:40] - What is Startup Weekend?[17:25] - Success stories from Startup Weekend[19:30] - Skills necessary to succeed in the future of work[21:18] - Necessary tools for the future of work[24:12] - What will gain relevance in the next few years?[26:25] - Advice for HR leaders[29:35] - What’s next for Alex?Resources and people mentioned:Alex SantanaAmazon Web ServicesStartup WeekendTalanta Johanna MolinaPaul Lynskey

The future of work is here! Are you ready for it?As the working environment continues to evolve, many companies and professionals around the world are adapting, and better yet, leading the way.Join our knowledgeable hosts, Johanna Molina, Talanta’s Co-founder and Head of Impact and Paul Lynskey, Talanta’s Head of Experience, as they delve into deep discussions with industry thought leaders from top companies around the globe, only on How to be the Difference.Stay ahead of the curve with actionable insights that are reshaping the processes of talent acquisition, human capital management, remote and hybrid workforce development among others.Tune in every other Monday and don’t forget to follow us on social media!Storytelling and photography to bring underrepresented women’s issues to lightCan gaining a new skill change your life?It certainly does for the underrepresented groups and communities in Africa and Asia who are getting trained in photography and digital storytelling to share their stories and advocate for the issues they face.In today’s episode of How to be the Difference, Johanna and Paul sit down with Lydia Kibandi, CEO at Lensational, a non-profit social enterprise that aims to elevate the voices of underrepresented women through photography. Lydia has earned recognition as a young leader in her country and globally through a nomination in Kenya’s Business Daily Top 40 under 40 women in leadership and her contribution in panels including New York Times Climate Hub at COP26.In this episode of How to Be the Difference, Lydia shares how her non-profit Lensational is helping bring light through visual storytelling to issues that women from marginalized communities are going through, in a way that can facilitate dialogue with policymakers and other change agents. To learn more about amazing internship opportunities, check out Talanta’s website.Outline of this episode:[01:49] - Introducing Lydia Kibandi[03:20] - About Lensational[04:49] - The impact of the non-profit[07:06] - Lydia’s background[09:49] - Volunteering as a way of entering a non-profit[10:48] - Escalating positions within a company[12:30] - Becoming CEO[17:45] - Giving value to an organization[19:10] - The connection between storytelling and photography[26:42] - Meeting policymakers and key stakeholders[29:19] - The real impact of photography[31:03] - The future of workResources and people mentioned:Lydia KibandiLensationalJohanna Molina