Mita is a prolific writer for HBR, Ad week, and Entrepreneur media. And now Wiley published author of  "Reimagine Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your Workplace.”  Mita describes herself as an Inclusion Champion a Podcaster citing Storytelling as her Superpower.Mita's LinkedIn newsletter "Brown Table Talk" is published weekly, where she unpacks insights from her podcast by the same name, which is part of the exclusive LinkedIn podcast network.Mita has spent over 15 years as a storyteller, leading iconic brands like AVEENO, AVON Color Cosmetics, Chapstick, Vaseline, Suave and Dove. Throughout her career, she has fought hard to ensure people like herself are included. As a fierce advocate of including and representing Black and Brown communities, her work made sure Black and Brown people were represented in campaigns together with championing products to be created for all skin tones.Ross and Mita talk about advertisements, Dove adverts, inclusive environments, representation, different times, demographic change, diversity, consumers, experimenting, pulling data together, youth obsessed culture, serving people better, cross cultural differences, shattering stereotypes, myth busting, book deals, following your passion and having an opinion. The pair also discuss being relatable,  knowing your audience, evolving society, creativity, discipline, meetings, presenting work, hearing things you don't want to hear, coaching, company potential, being valued, the voice of the employee, companies matching internal with external optics, non bucket lists and seeing things with new eyes. Timecodes:00:51:20 Mita's background02:11:12 Mita's favourite advert growing up05:55:09 The speed of progress08:34:13 How Mita has transformed the workplace12:04:04 Influencing and biases15:39:21 Reimagining inclusion17:57:09 Mita's book -"Reimagine Inclusion"20:54:02 Book - "The Hidden Edge" by Jody Rodgers21:49:11 Seeing people's thoughts23:11:11 Mita's journey with writing and Wiley publishers27:54:16 Surprises learned when writing a book30:29:08 Mita's next novel31:12:12 Ross's book - Decoding AQ33:51:04 Leadership tips40:11:02 Retaining people in the right way41:37:03 What is Mita proud of and her impacts43:22:19 The last time Mita did something for the first timeConnect with Mita:LinkedInBookPodcast - Brown Table TalkInstagramConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Colin is a curator of thought-leadership events that help you develop teams, leads, relationships and ideas.With a background in the finance industry, having started his career at Deutsche Bank, then Barclays, Standard Bank, and 5 years as the MD at ABSA Group. And for the last 6 years the founder of his own business. Innovation Catalysts. Colin values education and meaningful conversations, a past deputy chair at university of cape town,  he enjoys sharing ideas on leadership, innovation and strategy with the hope that now and then it catalyses positive change.Ross and Colin talk about Middle East investment, transformation, the AI revolution, US elections, AI disruption, misinformation, humanity, stories, amplifying, markets changing, technology, Start-up opportunities, regulations, hierarchy, division, dilemmas, exponential change, Thomas Cook and loss making organisations. The pair also discuss share price, purposeful organisations, investing, low risk investments, helping outside the traditional, high belief, passion, risk, sales, telling an awesome story,  shareholders support, pushing things through, wanting good service, cheaper investments, Forbs Africa, taking risks and speed of learning.Timecodes:00:31 Colin's background01:50 What is Colin most excited about06:11 Dangers for leaders in organisations and dealing with challenges11:29 Examples of Colin driving innovation17:58 The optimal level of companies23:59 Organisations building, borrowing and buying29:50 Bringing in new ideas when they aren't in your job description35:01 Best places for innovation opportunities 37:23 The last time Colin did something for the first timeConnect with Colin:LinkedInWebsiteYouTubeTwitterConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

The World's #1 Negotiation Coach, Keynote Speaker, Bestselling Author "Never Split The Difference" - which has sold over 1 million copies.Chris spent over 24 years in the FBI with 4 years as the chief international hostage and kidnapping negotiator. After working on more than 150 international hostage cases, he retired from the FBI and founded The Black Swan Group.A consultancy and trainer for businesses and individuals on negotiation skillsHe created and narrated a MasterClass, The Art of Negotiation - One of Masterclass's top performing courses.A documentary film - 'Tactical Empathy' - by our mutual good friend - Nick Nanton was released sharing his story.Ross and Chris talk about teaching negotiations, coaching, book - The culture code, making a difference, being driven, workplace awakenings, positive and negative mindsets, vulnerability, naivety, applying new ideas, what we are driven by, how humans are wired, neuroscience, emotional intelligence, labelling dynamics, impact on the brain, bringing things out and reading people. The pair also discuss testing, collaboration, trust, leaving people better, having a more prosperous life, obituaries, help, service, what are we afraid of, overreactions, caveman, extremes, breaking points, playful negotiations, state of playfulness, calming yourself down, turning negative into  positive, coaching real estate agents, knowing your value, insight, discovery, 'what and how questions, exploitation and driving dune buggies.Timecodes:00:47 Chris's bio02:31 Black Swan's background04:34 training entrepreneurs vs corporate06:21 Humans operating differently in different environments, 10:04 Mindsets of entrepreneurs13:46 Tactical empathy18:07 Labelling techniques22:09 Low risk practice 25:20 Treating life like a negotiation28:14 Understanding life29:42 Transition and negotiation of self33:06 Rules stifling creativity36:47 Playfulness at high stakes40:37 Chris's book - The Full Fee Agent43:36 Perspective shifts in relation to negotiation47:26 Overcoming jitters with large scale serious projects and opportunities50:00 The last time Chris did something for the first timeConnect with Chris:LinkedInMasterclassWikipediaBook - Never Split the DifferenceBook - The Full Fee AgentBlack SwanInstagramConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Alisa Cohn is an Executive Coach; Angel investor, author and podcast host who has worked with C-suite executives at prominent startups (such as Venmo, Etsy, Draft Kings, The Wirecutter, Mack Weldon, and Tory Burch) and Fortune 500 companies (including Dell, IBM, Microsoft, Google, Pfizer, Calvin Klein and Hitachi.) She is the author of the 2022 Independent Press Award-winning book From Start-up to Grown-up and podcast host of the same name, which provides insights and tools for the journey founders (and all leaders) must go through as they scale their leadership. She was named the Top Startup Coach in the World at the Thinkers50/Marshall Goldsmith Global Coaches Awards and the #1 Global Guru for Startups in 2021 and 2022, A sought-after speaker, Inc. named Alisa one of the top 100 leadership speakers, and she has keynoted events for IBM, PwC, Dell, and Citi. She is the executive coach for Runway, the incubator at Cornell’s New York City campus. She is a regular contributor to the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Inc, and she's been featured as an expert on BBC World News and in the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal. She is an angel investor and a Broadway investor.Ross and Alisa talk about making a difference, direct impact, rapid skill acceleration & development, managing yourself, being successful, the speed of learning, retiring skills, leaders, asking specific questions, internal mobility, coaching, creating a new future, scanning the environment, updating your sense of reality, practice not being annoyed, acceptance, turning bad into good and re-framing before responding. The pair also discuss mentors, Martial Goldsmith, role models, being pushed, getting business, getting paid, following up, persistence, being distinctive, thought leadership, being overwhelmed, outrageous openness, go with the flow, bravery, getting excited, podcasts, compounding effects, exercise, building muscle, arthritis, momentum and TedX.Timecodes:00:15 Alisa's intro01:19 Why Alisa is fascinated by startups02:38 Key things learned from leadership and coaching05:59 Hiring tips08:25 Challenges around role shifts10:34 Overcoming realities we don't like15:39 Key people who have influenced Alisa19:08 Getting on the Tim Ferris show22:46 Key things to help guide new coaches26:38 Thoughts of aggregators in the marketplace27:28 Alisa's final article29:09 Believing in yourself31:53 Nourishing your own identity35:38 Role shifts37:31 What excites Alisa the most40:26 Getting into weightlifting46:19 The last time Alisa did something for the first time48:30 Alisa's Book - From startup to Grownup Connect with Alisa:LinkedInWebsiteScriptsPodcastTwitterConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Laura went from  being a lawyer to Head of Operations and Consultancy at GS Fast Growth who provide Unbeatable Fast Growth Programmes For Company Leaders Who Mean Business📈 No BS, No Gimmicks, No False Promises, Just Great Results!If The Business Leader Is Wonky, So Will Be Their Business!Business leaders who successfully achieve growth in their businesses don’t just work harder – they achieve this because the way they think, act, and operate is fundamentally different from an average business.If you are struggling to grow your business, struggling to see the wood for the trees, if you are burned out because you are still working in your business, instead of ON your business, it may be time to get some outside help. Ross and Laura talk about ice breakers, mental illness, depression, homelessness, mind shifts, doing what it takes, self development, book - '7 Habits of Highly effective Teenagers', self development, volunteering, showing people who doubt you, studying law, working hard, realising your capabilities, courage, building confidence, wouldn't go back moments, therapy, hypnotherapy, changing careers and the documentary - Stutz.  The pair also discuss evidence based strategies, growing businesses, consulting, poor company foundations, entrepreneurs, support, accountability, guidance, belief, doing what it takes, ambition, resisting change, open mindedness, human connections, socialising, the company of one, giving up, going all in, being committed, film - Air, shifts, dreaming, skydiving and finally the 'because I said I would' movement.  Timecodes: 00:29 Laura's background00:57 Why people call Laura 'Bob'02:06 The journey from Estonia to the UK05:19 From struggling to a turning point09:53 Phases after moving to the UK16:12 Moving into coaching21:04 What Laura is currently doing22:57 Results that have been generated26:36 Perfect engagements Laura could help29:43 Evolving in these current times35:58 Core essential skills valuable for success41:59 The last time Laura did something for the first timeConnect with Laura:LinkedInLinktrWebsiteInstagramFacebookConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Jason spent 20 years as a reporter and editor, with stints at Men's health, Fast Company, Maxim and for the last 7 and a half years Jason has held the role of Editor in Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine. Author of "Build for Tomorrow". An Action Plan for Embracing Change, Adapting Fast, and Future-Proofing Your Career. It is an action plan detailing how to navigate the four phases of change: Panic, Adaptation, New Normal, and Wouldn't Go BackJason wants to help us reach our "Wouldn't Go Back" moment.I’ve seen this happen over and over again — with the small entrepreneurs I meet, and the most successful people in the world — and I’ve studied the patterns. My goal is to help you get there faster.Here's how I'm doing it:📖 Entrepreneur magazine, where I’m editor in chief, and share stories of adaptability🎤 Keynote speaking, which I’d be happy to discuss for your next event🎧 Build For Tomorrow podcast, a show that debunks the stories we tell ourselves about why change is bad🎧 Problem Solvers podcast, a show about entrepreneurs who adapt and solve problems in their business"People don’t need advice. They need *perspective* — and that requires a human touch. Lean into your voice and build their trust."Ross and Jason talk about The four phases of change, being misunderstood, imposter syndrome, being helpful, new perspectives, having something to say, connecting with people, being an authority, pursuits, entrepreneurship,  vulnerability, experimentation, learning out loud, being afraid, knowing what your good at, catering to people, sharing stories, memorable ways of thinking and talking to audiences. The pair also discuss walking people through experiences, resonating with people, understanding how people think, speaking, navigating moments of disruption, not overloading people with information, helping with understanding, human potential, the industrial revolution, humanness, technology, finding value, navigating change, Scary situations and getting courage.Timecodes:00:17 Jason's bio00:44 Jason's book - Build for tomorrow01:28 Wouldn't go back moments05:23 Transforming and adapting12:00 Shifting from journalism to putting it in a book20:01 Jason's favourite way to express himself25:20 AI and revolutions29:23 The last time Jason did something for the first time Connect with Jason:LinkedInWebsitePodcastsHis awesome newsletter ' one thing better' - one way to improve your work — and build a career or company you love.Connect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Sarah Ratekin is Business owner and Chief Happiness Officer  at Happiness Is Courage Inc. An Employee Experience Champion. She is in her happy place when making the complex simple. Especially in Belonging, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity - driving Workplace Transformation and a sort after Keynote Speaker and Author.Sarah is truly passionate about employee experience across all levels of an organization. She loves building sustainably nurturing environments where people feel valued, respected, and trusted to do and be their best.The author of "Silver Threads: Living a Life of Gratitude" and the companion Silver Threads positivity and gratitude journal.As a researcher, she loves data and as a realist, Sarah knows that data almost never tells the complete story - we need the fuller context to make truly good decisions. We also cannot make our best decisions when we are steeped in stress. We owe it to our colleagues, our customers, and our communities to navigate these challenges in meaningful ways. If we start with the employee experience, we create a strong foundation for well-being and growth.Ross and Sarah talk about functioning, the economy, common themes at work, being miserable in the workplace, stress, positive impact on organisations, mental health, exploration, the science of happiness, meaningful change, stigmas, ingrained beliefs,  employee satisfaction, meaningful impact, positive relationships, emotional investment, shared misery and trauma bonding. The pair also discuss resilience, good intentions, depending on others, burnout, survival, losing clients, leading by example, buying in, wellbeing, decision making, frank conversations, intentional disruption, organisational inflammation, de-stress, short term goals, holidays, optimising without burnout, changing company culture, employee engagement, trust and curiosity.Timecodes:00:21 Sarah's bio02:06 Going from the navy to helping people find organisational happiness05:56 Having a chief happiness officer10:12 Friction points and shifting perceptions15:20 People getting too comfortable being unhappy19:28 Gratitude in stressful situations27:01 Crisis and steps to bring awareness to happiness in organisations32:15 Approaches to re-engineering the perception of work36:55 Moments of pause and reflection40:10 The ideal person in an organisation to integrate a Chief Happiness Officer48:11 The last time Sarah did something for the first timeConnect with Sarah:WebsiteLinkedInBooksTwitterConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Currently, Ton-Quinlivan is the CEO of Futuro Health, whose nonprofit mission is to improve the health and wealth of communities by growing the largest network of credentialed allied healthcare workers in the nation.  In 2013, she was named a White House Champion of Change under the Obama administration in recognition of her notable career in industry, education, and service as a community leader. Ross and Van talk about government, workforce, money challenges, data, management, creativity, strategies, leadership, dealing with criticism, communities, staying the course, intentionality, staying grounded, unlocking opportunities, unique abilities, caring, goals, perseverance, grit, diversity, pitching, community colleges. The pair also discuss thinking outside the box, flow, productivity, reimagining, adaptability, workforce development, teams, developing talent, competition, commitment,  breaking cycles, growing the workforce, changing traditional pipelines, companies coming together,  Start-up Health, combining music with exercise, fear of failure, commitment and expectations.Timecodes:00:19 Welcome and Van's background 02:15 Challenges managing money in the largest education system in the nation05:54 Workforce development and priorities12:01 Knowing and deciding when to stay or shift 16:28 Focusing on care and Futuro25:56 Steps to a functioning diverse pipeline and keeping it relevant34:24 Mind shifts and paradigm shifts with education38:28 The team at 'Start-up Health'42:14 Taking risks43:16The last time Van did something for the fist timeConnect with Van:LinkedInWebsiteBookConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

John Sanei is not only revolutionising the way we approach the future, but he is also equipping us with the courage and determination needed to bring about lasting change.Globally renowned keynote speaker, futures strategist, 5-time bestselling author, Singularity University and Duke CE faculty member, Associate Partner at the Copenhagen Institute for Future Studies, Chief of Tomorrow Board Member, and podcaster at The Expansive – Book - Who do we become - self evolutionWith a unique blend of neuroscience, psychology, quantum science, business strategy, and futurism, John delivers talks, writes books, conducts masterclasses, and serves on boards to guide future-minded leaders who are willing to embrace uncertainty, overcome doubt, and rise to the challenge with courage, clarity, and determination.Ross and John talk about priorities, change, seeing things differently, teaching, self reflection, meditation retreats, emotional blockages, accessing your genius, achievements, curiosity, dealing with trauma, Elizabeth Gilbert, stress, holding light inside yourself, scaring audiences, the psychology of change, evolving, following systems, uniqueness, making our brains mailable, Einstein, significant jumps in human intelligence, brain states, psychedelics, imagination, education, catastrophising, deadlines, alpha and beta brainwaves, addictions to panic, adaptability, arrogance, bad states, mindset, hyper awareness, energy, mental flexibility, mood, our bodies, deep futures, neuroscience, the future, biases, technology scams, physical 100, responsibility, curiosity, excitement, leaving nobody behind, valuing questions, imagination, slums, education and profound happiness.Timecodes:00:35 John's bio02:08 John's spark from transition and mindset to making a greater impact05:01 Practical changes during the transition09:07 Hardware and software upgrades we need as humanity17:04 Following systems22:01 Embracing AI while under pressure from it28:08 Research John is doing right now33:53 Explosions of creativity and living books36:52 Digital dictatorships and blockchain democracies42:14 Hope44:06 The last time John did something for the first timeConnect with John:LinkedInWebsiteTwitterInstagramTikTokhello@johnsanei.comConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Peter is an experienced HR executive. Defining the Future of Organizations. As a People Operations and change management Expert, Peter is a sought after international keynote speaker. He has spent 25 years at the FBI. 4 years as Head of Talent Acquisition - Managing the national recruitment and hiring strategy for the FBI's special agent, intelligence analyst and professional staff employees.Created new comms/leadership strategies facilitating high performance and accountability in a remote and dispersed workforce.Peter also was awarded the Human Capital Outstanding Leader of the Year 2021Issued by Office of the Director of National Intelligence in recognition of leadership that transformed the FBI's hiring strategy, increased diversity, and brought more talented employees into the FBI.Ross and Peter talk about FBI recruitment, challenges, diversity, driving change, linguistics, FBI vetting, transforming the Bureau, field work, HR, hiring, change, helping people, amazing work, purpose driven organisations, investing in people, adapting, evolving, structural barriers, making mistakes and improving organisations.The pair also discuss rewards, work changes, retaining employees, human interaction, emotional intelligence, experimentation, learning, growing, discomfort, expectations, imagination, help, role models, coaching, evolving, anxiety, shifting stress, no judgment, embracing learning and emotions.Timecodes:00:24 Peter's bio01:51 The process behind winning the 'Outstanding Leader Award'05:53 Peter's journey through the FBI12:03 Diversity drivers transitioning to a national approach 19:57 Brand new hiring compared vs mobility within the organisation25:33 Embracing learning and change during high stakes30:17 How far can we take risks  35:21 Modernising and new AI technology merging with talent42:25 Things people can do to find new skills inside them47:40 Tips for leading teams through change 50:44 The last time Peter did something for the first time52:07 Final ThoughtsConnect with Peter:LinkedInConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Patricia Bender is President of Bayley & Bender.Starting her career in fashion and marketing, Pat then spent a decade at IBM as a high performing sales and regional manage.In her first year with IBM, she achieved Rookie of the Year by selling 140% of quota and went on to claim top performance awards for the next ten years - a rare accomplishment. For four consecutive years, Pat was in the top 2% in performance at IBM and was honored with four Golden Circle Awards. Her final year at IBM, Pat earned the distinguished award as the Top Sales Representative in the country.Over the last 30 years Pat has crafted and honed her unique ability in helping organizations around the world increase their growth, profitability and productivity by helping them hire, develop and retain top performing sales and leadership talent.Like many of us, we are shaped by our parents, and Pat is no different with the hard work ethic and some core family values instilled from an early age. Ross and Patricia talk about IBM, parents influence, timekeeping, music, sales, packed agendas, goals, travel, being driven, becoming number 1, loving what you do, sales, re-engineering, drive, seminars, surgery, partners, support, re-developing work, priorities, sacrifice, new approaches, critical moments, new capabilities, asking for help, frustrations, awareness is power and blinds spots. The pair also discuss behavioural styles, power to win, adaptability, motivations, values, trust, change, attitude, leadership excellence, mental toughness, achieving goals, fear, adaptability, strengths, weaknesses, overcoming obstacles, continually learning, giving back and resilience. Then finish on persistence, motivations, mental toughness, resilience, Miro, new technology, reflections, grief and collaborating. Timecodes:00:35 Patricia's background01:57 Typing and speed writing 02:48 Values from childhood  08:00 Patricia's Shift to running her own business12:30 Best aspects of motivational speaking14:15 What Patricia learnt from starting her own business27:40 Organisations dealing with Accelerated change 30:15 Help Seeing different perspectives39:11 Steps to training others and what they should be learning47:32 The last time Patricia did something for the first time51:49 Final thoughts and Patricia's late husband BobConnect with Patricia:Website(Online Academy )LinkedInEmail - AIP@awarenessispower.comConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Steve is a best selling author and one of the foremost thought leaders in the world of people and talent.  Retained by leaders, investors, organisations and governments around the world who seek to create a better future of work.Steve is author of 'Workquake' - Embracing the aftershocks of covid 19 to create a better model of working.Steve sits on the board of many fast growth HRtech and talent companies.And back in 2009 he was Linkedin's first CHRO, where he led the company's hyper growth from 400 to 4000 employees in 3.5 years! "My passion and expertise are in these core areas: the future of work, turning culture into a competitive advantage, attracting world-class talent, and the future of leadership."Ross and Steve talk about doing things better together, challenges, asking questions, learning, building things, managing clashes, working from scratch, low budgets, failures, competitors, recognising new landscapes, outdated methods and expecting change. The pair also discuss fast learning, truths, big leaps, reimagination, adapting, Tesla, the future of work, innovation,  problem solving, diversity, knowing your staff, optimising talent, fear of the unknown, rewards, bravery, hybrids, new experiences and seeing things with new eyes.Timecodes:00:48 Steve's bio01:37 Staying motivated04:40 Joining LinkedIn during it's infancy09:39 Principles to help evaluate making decisions17:13 Approaches to initial engagement23:55 Overcoming dysfunctional pushback30:07 New challenges with unpredictability and change33:32 Why leaders are struggling to adapt38:41 The last time Steve did something for the first timeConnect with Steve:LinkedInWebsiteBook - WorkquakeTikTokConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Tugba Yanaz is the founder of LEAD + VISION, a vision-based Leadership Coaching and Consulting firm. Tugba is a PCC-certified Leadership Development Coach by the International Coaching Federation and a former Fortune500-Executive.Her vision-based coaching approach helps executives and emerging leaders overcome limiting beliefs and build inner confidence and a future vision that fuels leaders every day with passion and purpose.Building from almost 2 decades at Flex, a manufacturing and supply chain business, where she was a VP, responsible for building two business units, one in the automotive and consumer electronics industries with over a $1B rev each (40K employees)Detox your Calendar, Regain your Energy and Transform your Life!Ross and Tugba discuss moving, resistance, changing industry, leading strong characters, coaching, accelerating growth, limitations,  transformational leadership, jobs to be done, overcoming limiting beliefs, serving, adapting, parallel communities, stability, challenges, growth, principles, curiosity, learning, vision, intentional paths,experience, leadership adaptability, obsolete playbooks being rewritten and employees being comfortable with change. The pair also discuss human potential, interaction,  not being afraid of change, coaches needing coaches, being aware of blind spots, employee engagement, structure, goals, focusing attention, delivering content,development, giving yourself options, what's working, ROI, frameworks, exhaustion, healthy routines, morning routines, exercise, cleaning up calendars, optimising communication, reports replacing calls, vacations, fighting against the waves, mental shifts and loom video.Timecodes:00:35 Tugba's background01:36 Shifting from account management to coaching and leadership07:56 Steps during Tugba's executive coaching transformation13:46 Origins and adaptions of 'Lead and vision'23:02 Organisations dealing with unforeseen big shifts32:35 Evolving and designing life41:54 Dealing with point of burnout 48:21 The last time Tugba did something for the first timeConnect with Tugba:LinkedInWebsiteInstagramConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Donna is CEO, Founder at "No Ceiling, Just Sky™ Institute. She is a Global Speaker, TED Fellows Coach, Author & Organizational Accelerator.Starting her career as a Coach to Long Term Care Patients & Families of Terminally Ill Cancer Kids in the 80's and 90's.Donna is the creator of the Shadow Coaching methodology and has taught it around the world.Ross and Donna talk about rare conditions, experimental surgery, dealing with patients, paralysis, coaching, studying, fear, hidden potential, what is possible - not impossible, sacrifice, medical science, adaptability, tough moments, hidden potential, hidden talents, emotions, games,  support, imagination, reframing and improv. The pair also discuss psychology, reflection, different perspectives, future selves, reacting to responding, the exchange, society, change,  profound ideas, changing the world, how people think, helping people shine, connecting with audiences, laughter, visualising, be yourself, unique contributions and AI. Timecodes:00:31 Donna's introduction01:09 Donna's son's surgeon impacting her career07:11 Donna's early mindset towards experimental surgery11:41 The timescale of the surgery16:16 Shadow Coaching methodology27:28 Self observation34:20 How the TED environment shaped Donna39:14 How Donna has evolved46:11 Advice for approaching things that haven't worked and preparation50:18 The last time Donna did something for the first timeConnect with Donna:LinkedInWebsiteTwitterConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Emily is the Founder & CEO of Emily Harman Coaching and Consulting. Podcast host, and the U.S. Government Account Director for Positive Intelligence.Her career started with 34 years in the Navy, including 10 years in Naval Air Systems command, as Director at the office of small business programs.She helps employees build mental fitness so they can fulfil their true potential for happiness and contribution to mission success.Ross and Emily talk about The Navy, service, putting yourself first, responsibility, coaching, saboteurs, living life, regrets, reflection, mentoring, positive intelligence, podcasting, helping people, mental health, sales, influencing, self confidence, money, feelings, energy flow, playing to strengths and stress. The pair also discuss survival, peak performance, wellbeing, thriving, creativity, loving life, feeling heavy, quitting, imagination, having fun, hyper achievement, perfectionism, connections, energy leadership, energy levels, human nature, motivation, self love and compassion for yourself. Timecodes:00:31 Emily's background01:28 Emily's transformation from the Navy to what she wanted to do08:38 Becoming a coach and mentor15:26 Changing perspective and enjoying things24:13 Dealing with change and self awareness30:26 Emily's future self39:30 Thoughts on negativity43:50 Organisations facing realities and looking at feelings49:02 The last time Emily did something for the first timeConnect with Emily:LinkedInWebsitePodcastConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Zach is a coach, facilitator, and a sort after Keynote Speaker.He is an award-winning leadership and talent development expert.  With 15 years of experience in start-ups, Fortune 500, and global private companies there are few leadership challenges he hasn’t faced.Holding senior roles across well known brands like; Bloomberg, and Bloomingdales.Having lived in Singapore, spent a decade in New York, and from his humble roots of Salt Lake City, Zach brings a global approach with a localized sensibility.  He’s helped re-org entire business units, developed enterprise-wide leadership curriculum, rolled out global diversity initiatives, coached executives, and built multiple development programs. Ross and Zach talk about Asia, experiences, support, diversity, biases, commonalities,  relationships, facilitating conversation, communicating effectively, environments, appreciating different behaviours, society, pulling things out of people, speaking up, asking questions with confidence and curiosity. The pair also discuss figuring things out, confidence, discovery, therapy, AI, beliefs, paradox's, levelling up, results, portfolio coaches, choosing information, good news letters, innovation, reverting back, learning, comfort zones, curiosity, adaptability, mentoring, control, starting, reaching out and perseverance.   Timecodes:00:37 Zachary's background01:42 Moving to Singapore03:57 Surprises from a new post in a new environment07:20 Balancing sensibilities 09:54 Adapting viewpoints14:19 Being outspoken shaping Zach's career17:46 Helping leaders21:34 A future where everyone has a coach27:23 Blended learning31:50 Things we can do today42:18 Shifting roles48:59 The last time Zach did something for the first time  Connect with Zach:LinkedInWebsiteEmail - Zachary@xyzhello@xyzleadership.xyzInstagramConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Joel Monk is a leadership coach, educator, facilitator and entrepreneur. Back in 2009, He co-founded Coaches Rising, a company on the cutting edge of online coach training with a community of nearly 50,000 coaches. Coaches Rising programs regularly include participants from every continent on the planet and they have collaborated with some of the leading minds in the field of human development and coaching. I personally loved the 'Neuro Science of Change' a 14 week program I took part in, alongside over 500 other coaches last year - and it truly was excellent.Joel is dedicated to the development of conscious, creative, entrepreneurial leaders.Ross and Joel talk about breakdowns, change, quests, pilgrimages, the meaning of life, powerful experiences, deconstruction, Buddhism, coaching, art, guidance, transformations, connecting with people, DJing, creating spaces, treating trauma, starting a business, passion, sense of meaning, deepening intelligence and being mistuned. The pair also discuss impact by society, including the body, awareness, emotions, adapting, psychedelic experiences, situational awareness, developing competency, transformation, curiosity, ego, leadership, measuring performance, philosophy, bridging gaps, modernity and Shaktipa.Timecodes:00:32 Joel's background01:40 Joel's journey into coaching07:40  Building a community in coaches rising11:53 Full embodiment coaching 19:55 Psychedelics26:18 Competency and polarity29:22 Expanding our bandwidth    32:01 Shifting from individuals to systems when coaching38:00 Coaches Rising's focuses on influencing & evolving coaching 45:17 The last time Joel did something for the first timeConnect with Joel:LinkedInWebsiteFacebookInstagramConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Professor M.S. Rao, Ph.D. is ranked the #1 Top Global Thought Leader and Influencer on Entrepreneurship.He is the Father of “Soft Leadership” and the Founder of MSR Leadership Consultants, in IndiaHe is an International Leadership Guru with forty years experience as an exec coach. A prolific author, amassing  fifty books including the award-winning ‘See the Light in You’ An inspiring book in which the Holiness Dalai Lama wrote the forewordThis book, Enlightens readers to lead every moment of their lives with purpose and meaning, and implores you to follow the philosophy of ‘health first, education second, and wealth third’ to lead a happy and meaningful life. A true inspiration of resilience, determination and grit, he is recovering after having  caught COVID, and suffered a brain haemorrhage. Where he was in bed for five months and his right hand was paralysed. Professor Rao has a lifetime goal to build one million students as global leaders by 2030. To bag a Nobel Prize, and to become the President of India.Ross and Professor Rao talk about leadership, coaching, his books, resilience, creating global leaders, recovery, sharing knowledge, the air force, getting over health issues, toxic families, entrepreneurship, acquiring knowledge, health, education and wealth. The pair also discuss philosophy, gender equality, holistic approaches, the Dalai Lama, student suicide, mental health, writing, adding value, AI, technology, being passionate, patience, persistence, unlearning, relearning and interactions. Timecodes:00:37 Professor M.S. Rao's background02:24 Goals04:14 Overcoming challenges05:52 Being disciplined10:50 Soft leadership15:31 The inspiration behind the book 'Soft Leadership'20:59 Sharing a message through books23:27 Adapting after having a stroke27:58 Essential skills to focus on for future success 31:03 Tips for daily practice Connect with Professor M.S. RaoLinkedInWebsite / BlogsYouTubeYouTube 2Book - See the Light in YouTwitterConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Pratik is founder of several tech companies inc Webzoly a customer support, sales and marketing agency, & Testlify, a talent assessment platform.Pratik received the Indian Achievers' Award in 2021, now living in Israel, he is Israel’s #1 LinkedIn Influencer, a TEDx Speaker, and was featured in the Times 40 Under 40 and has 193,725+ Followers on LinkedIn."Now I help Israeli tech companies grow in India and Asia-Pacific (APAC) by providing the local team, capital and drive the marketing, sales and growth." Ross and Pratik talk about success, failure, family business, entrepreneurship, life lessons, Bill Gates, selling yourself, sales, speaking, being successful ,relationships, support, depression, anxiety, fighting, outsourcing, the metaverse, the future of work, working anywhere, adaption, balance, sleep. The pair also discuss interviewing people, expectations, cost of living, Ikigai, people skills, connections, being consistent, 1000 days on something, optimising, learning from mistakes, trust, going viral, LinkedIn, rewards, commitments, taking action, accountability, App - Timehop, reflecting, progress, gratitude and getting over phobias.Timecodes:00:32 Pratik's bio01:21 Business journeys02:45 Pratik's background up and downs10:06 Role models13:13 Career decisions - Personal life with business life18:57 Remote working29:00 Core skills for the next 3-5 years36:17 Networking 33:02 Improving connections42:48 Discipline49:06 The last time Pratik did something for the first timeConnect with Pratik:LinkedInTestlifyINSIDEAThe Future of Work | TEDxIIITV (Video)Connect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation

Chris is a Writer and Keynote Speaker, in Project Management, Time Management, and Negotiation Skills Chris thinks and writes about management - he makes on-line videos, speaks at conferences, and runs management training courses in Project Management, Time Management, sorting out problem teams, being a good boss, Negotiating, Happiness, and Presentation skills He has over thirty-five courses on LinkedIn Learning (his Negotiating course has had over half a million learners)Ross and Chris talk about survival, balance, focus, managing time, fun management, humour, acronyms, levels of seriousness, smiling, earning, The big book of Happiness, Sonja Lyubomirsky, working for something, neglecting happiness, dabbling when learning, excuses, gratitude, the hedonic treadmill and chasing happiness. The pair also discuss Ikigai, engineering, making a difference, redundancy, video courses, trying different things, optimists, pessimists, welcoming new ideas, creativity, experimenting, sales, working from home, interruptions, teamwork, blending learning, playing, sleep, goals, travel, marginal gains and new eyes.Timecodes:00:17 Chris' bio02:44 Project management04:08 Chris's book - 'Management Vegetables'09:07 Happiness15:46 Helping other people16:43 Laziness20:11 The pursuit of hippieness23:43 Chris' decision making 34:57 Coping with the rate of change 38:03 What organisations are doing well  43:34 Employee mobility  48:33 Other important skills 53:45 The last time Chris did something for the first time Connect with Chris:LinkedInWebsiteUdemyTwitterYouTubeConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation