Why I Never Focus on Problems as a CEO

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The iGaming Leader

Leo Judkins - Coach for iGaming Leaders

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Why I Never Focus on Problems as a CEO — Justin Anastasi

The iGaming Leader

43 minutes

2 months ago

Why I Never Focus on Problems as a CEO — Justin Anastasi

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In this episode of iGaming Leader, Leo sits down with Justin Anastasi, CEO of VentureMax Group and OverPWR.

With a career spanning call centres, catwalks, politics, and the C-suite, Justin shares how authenticity, resilience, and a relentless focus on solutions have shaped his leadership journey.

Justin’s perspective offers fresh insights for executives and leaders who want to thrive by being themselves, while driving growth and innovation in a demanding industry.

Our Guest

Justin Anastasi is a seasoned iGaming executive and entrepreneur with over a decade of leadership experience.

As CEO of VentureMax Group, he leads a team of industry veterans investing in disruptive start-ups and building the future of iGaming. He is also Founder and CEO at OverPWR, a Malta-based angel investment venture.

Justin’s track record in global business growth, HR, and leadership development reflects his commitment to people and innovation. His unique blend of authenticity, adaptability, and entrepreneurial drive has made him a standout figure in both the iGaming and technology sectors.

Key Topics

00:00 – Show Intro
03:00 – Breaking rules and finding your own way
07:00 – Why Justin never focuses on problems
10:00 – Treating time as your most valuable currency
14:00 – The common thread across retail, HR, politics, and iGaming
16:30 – Leading with transparency during tough decisions
21:00 – Backing underdogs and seeing them succeed
23:30 – Why the person matters more than the pitch deck
26:00 – Speaking up on difficult issues in Malta and the industry
29:00 – Lessons learned from entering politics
34:00 – Balancing impatience and action in leadership
37:00 – Why growth and comfort never coexist
40:00 – Advice for young, ambitious leaders

“I’ve never really been burdened by the problem. I’m always thinking, how am I going to get it done?”

“Time is a currency. I invest it — and I don’t like to lose”

“You can’t make a CEO. Somewhere within them, they have that innate ability.”