What makes great leaders truly exceptional? In this Grownlearn episode, host Zorina Dimitrova sits down with Sébastien Page, Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price, who joins in his personal capacity to explore the psychology of leadership, emotional intelligence, and the art of building high-performing teams.
From his journey as a Canadian immigrant to leading one of the world’s top investment divisions, Sébastien shares real-world insights on resilience, mindset, and leadership growth—themes drawn from his new book, The Psychology of Leadership. In it, he bridges lessons from sports psychology, personality science, and positive psychology to reveal how leaders can elevate performance in any environment.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to apply emotional intelligence and resilience like elite athletes do
✅ Why introverted leaders often outperform expectations—and how to empower them
✅ The secret link between personality balance and business success
✅ What Roger Federer can teach us about handling setbacks
✅ How to build teams that combine technical skills and personality harmony for sustainable growth
💡 If you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or anyone passionate about growth, leadership, and performance, this episode will shift how you think about success and collaboration.
🎧 Discover more in Sébastien Page’s new book The Psychology of Leadership — available now on Amazon and featured throughout this conversation.
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📺 Take a peek at our curated playlist: Business Tools and Expert Advise: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTJlaeHk03J1EXRVuoR-UnjoEu9mGegyh
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GrowNLearn, led by Zorina Dimitrova, connects select VCs, Family Offices, and Strategic Investors with precisely matched, high-growth ventures across Europe and the U.S.
We also support founders with strategic growth advisory—helping you transform your business model, increase valuation, and prepare for investment or exit.
🎯 No random pitches. No wasted time. Just targeted growth and curated deal flow.
📌 Want Curated Investment Deals?
👉 Book Your Private Briefing: https://grownlearn.org/
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Success Mindset Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@healnlearn
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What makes great leaders truly exceptional? In this Grownlearn episode, host Zorina Dimitrova sits down with Sébastien Page, Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price, who joins in his personal capacity to explore the psychology of leadership, emotional intelligence, and the art of building high-performing teams.
From his journey as a Canadian immigrant to leading one of the world’s top investment divisions, Sébastien shares real-world insights on resilience, mindset, and leadership growth—themes drawn from his new book, The Psychology of Leadership. In it, he bridges lessons from sports psychology, personality science, and positive psychology to reveal how leaders can elevate performance in any environment.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to apply emotional intelligence and resilience like elite athletes do
✅ Why introverted leaders often outperform expectations—and how to empower them
✅ The secret link between personality balance and business success
✅ What Roger Federer can teach us about handling setbacks
✅ How to build teams that combine technical skills and personality harmony for sustainable growth
💡 If you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or anyone passionate about growth, leadership, and performance, this episode will shift how you think about success and collaboration.
🎧 Discover more in Sébastien Page’s new book The Psychology of Leadership — available now on Amazon and featured throughout this conversation.
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📺 Take a peek at our curated playlist: Business Tools and Expert Advise: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTJlaeHk03J1EXRVuoR-UnjoEu9mGegyh
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Explore Strategic Growth & Investment-Ready Opportunities with GrowNLearn
GrowNLearn, led by Zorina Dimitrova, connects select VCs, Family Offices, and Strategic Investors with precisely matched, high-growth ventures across Europe and the U.S.
We also support founders with strategic growth advisory—helping you transform your business model, increase valuation, and prepare for investment or exit.
🎯 No random pitches. No wasted time. Just targeted growth and curated deal flow.
📌 Want Curated Investment Deals?
👉 Book Your Private Briefing: https://grownlearn.org/
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🎧 Listen to the GrowNLearn Podcast
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/grownlearn/id1515759956
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1bUIDGbSQl4BlHeNeeJfva
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/grownlearn
All platforms: https://grownlearn.onpodium.com/
📲 Follow Us on Social Media
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healnlearn_grownlearn
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Success Mindset Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@healnlearn
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Tax Optimization for Real Estate Investors:
https://mavencostseg.referralrock.com/l/ZORINA/
FREE LinkedIn Profile Audit:
https://ps.linkedvanow.com/r5wgf
AI-Powered Lead Generation for Dealmakers:
https://ps.linkedvanow.com/tjnia9mrkt85
💬 Ready to connect with investor-ready ventures or expert advisors?
Schedule your 1:1 session → https://grownlearn.org/
Fashion Meets Entrepreneurship: Scaling Santa Fe Fashion Week with Stephen Cuomo
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28 minutes 12 seconds
4 months ago
Fashion Meets Entrepreneurship: Scaling Santa Fe Fashion Week with Stephen Cuomo
From Wall Street to high fashion runways — Stephen Cuomo's journey is anything but typical. In this episode of the Grownlearn Podcast, host Zorina meets with Stephen, Executive Producer of Santa Fe Fashion Week and host of the Fashion Behind the Curtain podcast, to unpack the real business of fashion.
Stephen shares how he scaled Santa Fe Fashion Week from nightclub shows to a nationally recognized event featuring Project Runway designers and America's Top Model talent. He dives into fashion industry challenges like sustainability, pricing transparency, and knockoffs — while also revealing why relationship-building and storytelling are key to business growth in today’s world.
They also discuss AI's role in fashion, the limits of data-driven design, and Stephen’s exciting plans to expand his immersive fashion events across the U.S. If you're into entrepreneurship, fashion, or just love a good transformation story, this one’s for you.
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Welcome to GrowNLearn, where innovation meets expertise in business growth, business transformation, and leadership development. We empower entrepreneurs and business leaders with data-driven insights and tailored strategies that drive success. Whether you’re looking to scale your business, develop a success mindset, or learn how to grow a startup, GrowNLearn is your trusted partner in navigating today’s competitive market.
Connect with Us:
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00:01:20-00:07:33: Building Santa Fe Fashion Week from the Ground Up
00:07:34-00:17:15: Scaling Through Relationships and Creative Strategy
00:17:16-00:25:11: Fashion Industry Challenges: Sustainability, Authenticity & AI
00:25:12-00:27:09: AI Models vs Real Models: What Brands Should Know
00:27:10-00:35:48: The Future of Fashion: National Expansion Plans
00:35:49-00:40:40: Storytelling as a Business Differentiator
00:40:41-00:44:20: Behind the Curtain: Stephen's Podcast and Vision
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What makes great leaders truly exceptional? In this Grownlearn episode, host Zorina Dimitrova sits down with Sébastien Page, Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price, who joins in his personal capacity to explore the psychology of leadership, emotional intelligence, and the art of building high-performing teams.
From his journey as a Canadian immigrant to leading one of the world’s top investment divisions, Sébastien shares real-world insights on resilience, mindset, and leadership growth—themes drawn from his new book, The Psychology of Leadership. In it, he bridges lessons from sports psychology, personality science, and positive psychology to reveal how leaders can elevate performance in any environment.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to apply emotional intelligence and resilience like elite athletes do
✅ Why introverted leaders often outperform expectations—and how to empower them
✅ The secret link between personality balance and business success
✅ What Roger Federer can teach us about handling setbacks
✅ How to build teams that combine technical skills and personality harmony for sustainable growth
💡 If you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or anyone passionate about growth, leadership, and performance, this episode will shift how you think about success and collaboration.
🎧 Discover more in Sébastien Page’s new book The Psychology of Leadership — available now on Amazon and featured throughout this conversation.
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📺 Take a peek at our curated playlist: Business Tools and Expert Advise: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTJlaeHk03J1EXRVuoR-UnjoEu9mGegyh
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Explore Strategic Growth & Investment-Ready Opportunities with GrowNLearn
GrowNLearn, led by Zorina Dimitrova, connects select VCs, Family Offices, and Strategic Investors with precisely matched, high-growth ventures across Europe and the U.S.
We also support founders with strategic growth advisory—helping you transform your business model, increase valuation, and prepare for investment or exit.
🎯 No random pitches. No wasted time. Just targeted growth and curated deal flow.
📌 Want Curated Investment Deals?
👉 Book Your Private Briefing: https://grownlearn.org/
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🎧 Listen to the GrowNLearn Podcast
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/grownlearn/id1515759956
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1bUIDGbSQl4BlHeNeeJfva
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/grownlearn
All platforms: https://grownlearn.onpodium.com/
📲 Follow Us on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grownlearn
X (Twitter): https://x.com/grownlearn1729
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healnlearn_grownlearn
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healnlearn_grownlearn/
Success Mindset Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@healnlearn
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📈 Tools for Investors & Founders
Tax Optimization for Real Estate Investors:
https://mavencostseg.referralrock.com/l/ZORINA/
FREE LinkedIn Profile Audit:
https://ps.linkedvanow.com/r5wgf
AI-Powered Lead Generation for Dealmakers:
https://ps.linkedvanow.com/tjnia9mrkt85
💬 Ready to connect with investor-ready ventures or expert advisors?
Schedule your 1:1 session → https://grownlearn.org/