Welcome to this episode of OpenUp at the Workplace – Your #HRpodcast series about mental well-being.👉 Season #2 Episode #3 with Kayvan Kian, founder of the Young Leaders Forum and author of the bestselling What Is… trilogyWhat does it take to lead well in a world that’s constantly shifting? In this thought-provoking episode, Gijs Coppens, psychologist and CEO at OpenUp, sits down with Kayvan Kian to explore what modern leadership really requires, from staying grounded in complexity to creating space for curiosity and personal growth at work.Together, they discuss: 🌱 How self-awareness, empathy, and environmental sensitivity fuel modern leadership 💡 Why “knowing yourself” is a lifelong practice—not a one-time goal ⚖️ The tension between short-term action and long-term culture 🧠 Practical frameworks from Kayvan’s work on how to lead, grow, and thrive in uncertain timesWhether you’re leading a team, building a company, or reflecting on your own path, this episode offers insights you won’t want to miss.👉 About our HR podcast guest: Kayvan Kian has over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur, board advisor, and management consultant, helping thousands of leaders and teams navigate complexity and uncertainty. He is the founder of the Young Leaders Forum, a popular speaker and guest lecturer at institutions including Harvard Business School, HEC, and Sciences Po.Kayvan is the author of the bestselling What Is… trilogy: 📘 What Is Water? – on leading and growing in uncertainty 📙 What Is Wisdom? – practical thoughts for better decisions 📗 What Is Wonder? – on exploring your inner life and self-awarenessMore at: www.kayvankian.com🌟 OpenUp: Stay connected 🌐 Website: https://openup.com/We are OpenUp, the accessible platform for mental well-being. Already supporting over 1,500 organisations across Europe, we're on a mission to make mental well-being accessible to all. From 1:1 sessions and group sessions with psychologists to self-guided learning tools, OpenUp offers a 360° solution—anytime, anywhere.