In this first pilot episode, Stijn Staes turns the microphone around. This time, he’s the one being interviewed.
Scott Russel sits down with Stijn for an open and honest conversation about his personal journey, his search for authenticity and what it truly means to “become human again.”
Together, they explore the questions that inspired the book and podcast:
💭 What happens when success and ambition no longer feel fulfilling?
💬 How do we lead — and live — from the heart?
A thoughtful beginning to a new chapter of meaningful dialogue.
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In this first pilot episode, Stijn Staes turns the microphone around. This time, he’s the one being interviewed.
Scott Russel sits down with Stijn for an open and honest conversation about his personal journey, his search for authenticity and what it truly means to “become human again.”
Together, they explore the questions that inspired the book and podcast:
💭 What happens when success and ambition no longer feel fulfilling?
💬 How do we lead — and live — from the heart?
A thoughtful beginning to a new chapter of meaningful dialogue.
In this engaging conversation, Stijn and Lars Sudmann explore the themes of self-leadership, personal development, and the importance of reflection in achieving success. Lars shares his journey from the corporate world to becoming an executive advisor and public speaker, emphasizing the significance of understanding one's unique strengths and the role of mindset in personal growth.
The discussion delves into practical strategies for self-reflection, breaking negative patterns, and the necessity of investing in self-leadership. Lars also highlights the art of public speaking and the continuous journey of improvement through feedback and practice.
00:00 Introduction to Lars Sudmann
03:14 Lars's Journey to Executive Advisory
07:25 Transitioning from Corporate to Independent
10:50 Key Success Factors for Individuals
12:48 Finding Your Element
16:05 The Power of Mindset and Stoicism
18:09 Understanding Self-Leadership
21:03 Breaking Patterns and Reality Checks
24:59 Reflection and Decision Making
26:31 The Importance of Self-Reflection
30:46 Investing in Self-Leadership
33:43 Building Mini Rituals for Reflection
37:47 The Journey to Effective Public Speaking
44:34 Finding Humor and Connection in Leadership
47:43 Inspiration Through Reflection
50:43 outro
Stijn Staes
In this first pilot episode, Stijn Staes turns the microphone around. This time, he’s the one being interviewed.
Scott Russel sits down with Stijn for an open and honest conversation about his personal journey, his search for authenticity and what it truly means to “become human again.”
Together, they explore the questions that inspired the book and podcast:
💭 What happens when success and ambition no longer feel fulfilling?
💬 How do we lead — and live — from the heart?
A thoughtful beginning to a new chapter of meaningful dialogue.
