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This week, Finnish Leadership is ... evolving players.
We sit down with Managing Director of Ubisoft RedLynx, Celine Pasula and discuss making space for dialogue, building psychological safety, transparency, focusing on the how, incorporating diverse backgrounds, motivation, lessons from evolutionary theory, breaking norms in the gaming industry and much, much more.
What have you gotten used to, that a five year old, just wouldn't understand?
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This week, Finnish Leadership is ... embracing #WhyNotism: a new mindset for sustainability.
We talk with founder of Planet Diplomats Satu Samir Hamed about breaking out of the hamster wheel, design thinking, climate quitting, thought diversity, the role of risk-taking in growth, defining your own identity and influencing sustainability agendas beyond reporting and much, much more.
Give it a listen and let us know, how you feel about sustainability in Finland!!!
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This week Finnish Leadership is... Shaping the future!
We sit down with Provost of Aalto University, Kristiina Mäkelä to discuss, leading in academia, finding strategic focus, fostering collaboration, the next generation of Finnish leaders, educating "gamechangers", shaping a sustainable future and much, much more!
Give it a listen and let us know, how you feel about the future of Finnish leadership!!!
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In this episode, the team checks in remotely to reflect on the episodes so far, what we've enjoyed and learned the most over the past few months and also raise a glass to a summer of Finnish leadership.
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In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of SAM, (Suomi Amerikka Yhdistyksen Liitto) Lena Grenat to discuss the differences and similarities between Finns and Americans, building networks, vulnerability in leadership, playing chess, creating a learning culture and knowing the difference between winning/losing and succeeding/failing, among other things.
(00:00) Intro to Lena Grenat(02:38) Resilience is key to personal growth(08:00) Learning from mistakes and embracing vulnerability leads to improvement(10:25) Leaders should be open to learning from everyone(15:10) Adapting communication to diverse cultural backgrounds(17:24) Effective communication bridges cultural differences(21:38) Global networking and education(23:54) Utilizing personal network for learning and hiring(28:08) Challenges in fundraising due to tax structure differences(30:24) Leading volunteers requires motivation and inspiration rather than authority(35:17) Living in the present moment is key(37:36) Resilience encompasses optimism and adaptability(42:00) Valuing employee opinions fosters leadership aspirations(44:15) Feedback should be seen as information, not positive or negative(48:53) Acknowledge not knowing takes self-confidence(50:48) Reacting in uncertain times defines a leader(55:02) Embracing mistakes for personal growth(57:02) Understanding deep cultural similarities between American and Finnish working styles
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In this episode, we sit down with author and agile pioneer Riina Hellström to discuss defining boundaries, learning to say no, learning to hear no, financial clarity, fitting working styles to the business and the reasons we all need to become agile.
(00:00) Intro to Riina Hellström, recognized Finnish leader in Agile transformation(06:16) Balancing developmental and operational focus in HR(09:30) Leadership qualities: Reliability, Transparency, Clarity(12:35) Importance of setting clear context and communication in corporate communications(15:59) Importance of dialogue for behavioral change(20:19) Systemic structures and continuous transformation are key in Agile leadership(22:14) Prioritizing foundational changes for organizational success(24:18) Cost of delay and leader fit are critical for organizational progress(28:03) Finnish culture traits align well with Agile leadership(32:27) Good leadership involves clear communication and trust(33:50) Dealing with egocentric and unpredictable bosses(39:04) Discussion on the gap between practitioners and academic recognition on Agile HR(42:55) Agile HR is shaping the future of HR and leadership processes(45:24) Finnish leaders are not seen abroad due to lack of self-promotion and branding(47:03) Building international relationships requires understanding cultural nuances and adapting communication strategies(52:06) Hosts' reflections. Transparency and data-driven decision making in HR. Leaders need to fit into the Agile transformation framework.
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In this episode we sit down with Microsoft Finland’s Managing Director, Mervi Airaksinen to discuss chopping the elephant, dealing with owners, leading a transformation, dreaming big, the importance of a good leadership “team” and the balance between tech and expertise.
(00:00) Dream big and speak out loud. Intro to Mervi Airaksinen.(08:08) Transitioning into a Great Place to Work(08:55) Maintaining work-life balance during tough personal challenges(10:21) Executing one step at a time is key for a leader in a transformation process(14:58) Building trust and teamwork within leadership(17:19) Dream big and execute towards it(21:42) Setting ambitious crazy goals and inspiring others as key strengths(23:59) Finnish leaders excel in humility and need to promote achievements vocally(27:56) Promoting diversity in leadership for global expansion(30:30) Promoting diversity and gender equality in the Finnish tech industry(34:00) Lowering barriers of entry of external perspectives to fix clients' problems simply with tech(35:12) Leverage Finland's strengths in security, sustainability, and skilling for success(40:34) Microsoft's cultural shift to a 'learn it all' attitude and remarkable cloud transformation(43:22) Advice to young leaders: pursue your dreams and build networks for success(45:05) Hosts' reflections. Dreaming big. Corporate entrepreneurship. Learning from tough times leads to profound commitment.
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In this episode we sit down with dancer, director and leader of the Helsinki Dance Company Valtteri Raekallio and discuss, communication beyond language, the roll of physicality in teams, connectedness, feedback, tripping, trust and protecting your team to set them free.
(00:00) Intro to Valtteri Raekallio. Exploring Finnish leadership in the artistic world. Funding challenges for independent art companies in Finland. Exploring societal issues and the effects of authority and power. School Bullying. Mental health.(07:26) Thinking is not just language-based and includes feeling and physical presence(09:26) Balance between productivity and human connection.(10:34) Challenges in building trust and teamwork in virtual or disconnected environments(14:03) Creating common understanding in a diverse group is key to success. Leadership supporting people's emotional state.(16:09) Importance of physical communication in dance(21:00) Emotional connection impacts work safety(22:20) Achieving Flow State in group work challenges(25:53) Ideas progress through different stages of development(28:22) Evaluating project success based on surveys and well-being of staff(31:20) Creating a special, shared experience through performance art(34:31) Creating a meaningful working environment through shared vision. Success is not always about achieving perfection, but about collective satisfaction.(38:34) Failures in creating art should be challenging and impactful(40:20) Licensing and building clarity is becoming more important in the arts field(44:52) Physical interaction affects cognition and thinking(46:24) Cultural leadership is evolving towards more open communication and addressing long-standing issues like power misuse and emotional sustainability(50:50) Feeling safe is essential for courage and creativity(53:35) Dream production topic(55:55) Hosts' reflections. Getting emotional & wellbeing feedback from the team. Psychological safety. Emphasis on pride, traditional techniques, and leadership in the creative process. Exploring the impact of leadership on international processes. Focus on physical sensations during work.
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Today we join the FLT team during a coffee break discussion. Top of mind this week is finalizing performance reviews, the pressure it puts on managers and finding the right balance to move forward.
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In this episode we sit down with Outi Sivonen, CHRO at Solita to talk about getting permission, the role of sensing in leadership, self-reflection, honesty, getting the best out of technical talent, clarity and much, much, more.
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✨The buzz around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion might be fading, but the urgency for genuine change remains. In a recent episode of the FLT podcast, we experimented with a fresh format, inviting all team members, including those behind the scenes, for a cozy chat at the Fat Lizard bar & restaurant.🎙️🍻
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In this episode we discuss, Finland's "boring" elections, the role of optimism in elections, the impact of identity on this election, handling existential threats, becoming a "front-line" state and what we can expect from Alexander Stub as a leader.
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The team sits down with CEO of the Martti Ahtisaari Foundation Janne Taalas to discuss stubbornness, harnessing emotions, vomiting sessions, negotiating virtually, finding the balance, establishing a platform for growth, and much, much more.
(00:00) Intro to Janne Taalas. Finns excel in international crisis and conflict management.(04:16) Stubborn as a mule. Effective negotiation requires listening, fairness, trustworthiness, and determination.(07:46) Negotiating in peace involves giving up something for future gains(10:02) Brainstorming for intellectual ideas and emotional expression(14:26) Throwing a party for good bosses(15:20) Authenticity in leadership. Leading by example is essential for setting behavioral norms in the organization.(20:27) In business, imposing rules becomes a primary goal(23:05) Exploring the success of Finnish leaders in peace negotiation(26:13) Defining oneself in terms of the task at hand rather than the people. Building trust based on competence and reliability.(28:37) "Finns go to do something in organizations, not to be something"(32:43) Using past examples to spark discussions on conflict resolution. Åland Islands dispute (Ahvenanmaan kysymys)(34:53) Discussion on updating outdated agreements in conflict resolution(38:40) Applying theoretical knowledge in practice(40:03) Inclusive peace process and leadership. Supporting women in peacemaking.(45:26) Humor in negotiations involves appreciation of all participants(46:35) Creating informal settings to facilitate meaningful discussions(48:43) Final advice to leaders(49:35) Hosts' reflections. Importance of informal networking. Reverse engineering good sustainable relationships. Setting the right target is crucial for personal and professional growth. Empowering women in peacemaking.
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We discuss, accomplishing a complete organizational change, the value of diversity, productivity, finding a mentor, helping others succeed, how leadership relates to parenting, patience and ballet, the impact of AI and much, much more.
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In this episode with Anttu we discuss, the myth of the hero leader, emotional regulation, the historical imprint left on Finnish leaders, the old boys network, Metallica and much, much more.
(00:00) Intro to Anttu Forsberg, leadership anthropoligist. Focus on observing leadership teams and emphasizing the need for emotional intelligence in Finnish leadership. (04:40) Killing the myth of the hero leader. Leadership as the outcome of the collective.(07:25) Challenging the concept of hero leader in global context(09:59) Finnish leadership focuses more on competence than hierarchy. Underestimating the importance of establishing emotional connections.(13:06) Core advice to modern leaders. Be merciful, accept not knowing.(14:23) Creating supportive culture, emotional space where people want to be(17:00) Importance of generosity in leadership. Inclusiveness and humility are important leadership traits in Finnish culture.(20:35) Emotions in the workplace. Emotional denial can lead to difficulty in dealing with emotions in organizations. (22:38) Articulating emotions.(23:42) Impact of leader's emotional acknowledgment on individuals(28:18) Leadership is behavior, not title or position(30:10) Influence needs effective management tools for leadership to be impactful(34:28) Admitting to not knowing is essential for exploration and growth(36:30) Importance of asking questions and recognizing emotions in Finnish leadership(40:34) Leadership teams can impact organizational culture negatively. Toxic culture.(42:53) Challenges of old boys networks in leadership(47:57) Hosts' reflections. Shift from stars to constellations in leadership. The impact of Finland's history on modern leaders.
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Asko Känsälä discusses with the team the trap of leadership, finding the “clean line” of leadership, treating work like your hobby, the sins of leadership teams, meaningful change and much, much more.
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A brief introduction to our new podcast The Finnish Leadership Team. Why we think it's important and what we can hope to learn as we continue to explore Finnish leadership.
