Turning Pressure into Performance: The 8% System
Leadership Beyond Borders
Pressure is everywhere—but does it really make us perform better? Most of us believe it does, yet research shows that pressure often disrupts our best work. In this episode, we’re breaking down why that happens, the common traps individuals and teams fall into, and three powerful truths about pressure that can change how you perform. We’ll also explore the 8% System—a research-backed approach built on high connection and high courage. Designed to help teams and individuals thrive under pressure, make better decisions, and achieve real results, this system has been...
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The End of Search as We Know It: AI’s 2026 Revolution
Leadership Beyond Borders
As we move into 2026, the way people search and interact with brands is rapidly changing. AI is shifting discovery from traditional search toward personalized, context-aware experiences, and even the interfaces we use are evolving into agent-driven tools that act on our behalf. In this interview we explore what these changes mean for businesses and how they can prepare for a year where search, ranking, and customer experience will look very different than they do today with one of the worlds experts in search and data. About the Guest Christian J. Ward is Executive Vice President and...
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The Business of Nature: Lessons from Ecosystems
Leadership Beyond Borders
Welcome to the show. Have you ever thought about the similarities between nature and business. Well to be honest until I read the book of todays’ guest I never did. So today we’re going to look at this. We will explore how nature can be one of our greatest teachers in business and leadership. We’ll look at what ecosystems can teach us about collaboration, competition, and change—and how these lessons can help organizations not just survive, but truly thrive. About the Guest Ines Garcia is an organizational coach and the Founder and CEO of Get Agile. She is the...
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From Survival to Strategy: Cracking the Glass Ceiling Without Apologies
Leadership Beyond Borders
Today’s conversation is with Karolina Pelc — entrepreneur, former casino dealer, and author of Her Play. Her story is not a story about shortcuts or formulas, but about risk, resilience, and the invisible moments that shape who we become. From the casino floors of post-communist Europe to building and exiting a global tech company, Karolina’s journey challenges how we think about luck, ambition, and belonging. This is a conversation about how life is really played. About the Guest Again, Karolina Pelc is the author of Her Play: Making Your Own Luck, available via the following links...
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Tech That Scales: Digital Tools Powering Small Business Growth
Leadership Beyond Borders
In today’s episode, we turn our focus to small businesses, technology, and the evolving role of digital tools in helping companies grow and stay competitive. We’ll be talking about how technology can balance automation with human connection, and how agencies and organizations can better serve small businesses in a rapidly changing digital landscape. About the Guest Rachel is Vice President of Brand & Product Marketing at vcita, where she helps companies serving small businesses turn technology into practical, human-centered tools that owners actually use and trust. Her...
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The End of Search as We Know It: AI’s 2026 Revolution
Leadership Beyond Borders
As we move into 2026, the way people search and interact with brands is rapidly changing. AI is shifting discovery from traditional search toward personalized, context-aware experiences, and even the interfaces we use are evolving into agent-driven tools that act on our behalf. In this interview we explore what these changes mean for businesses and how they can prepare for a year where search, ranking, and customer experience will look very different than they do today with one of the worlds experts in search and data. About the Guest Christian J. Ward is Executive Vice President and...
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The Accessible Web: AI, Compliance, and the Future of SMB Digital Presence
Leadership Beyond Borders
AI is rapidly transforming how small and medium-sized businesses show up online, raising new expectations for accessibility, compliance, and inclusive digital experiences. As regulations tighten—especially across the EU—AI is becoming essential in helping businesses ensure their websites are usable for all customers. In this episode our conversation explores how AI is reshaping digital discovery, accessibility standards, and the role of web providers in supporting SMBs as they build fully compliant and inclusive online presences. About the Guest Shawn Davis is a content marketing...
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A CMO’s View of the AI Era: Rebuilding Marketing for an Intelligent Future
Leadership Beyond Borders
Artificial intelligence is reshaping marketing at a speed and scale unlike any transformation before it. From the perspective of a seasoned CMO, AI is not just another tool—it is a structural shift redefining how customer journeys are built, how teams operate, and how brands compete. What once relied on manual execution and intuition is rapidly moving toward real-time intelligence, automated workflows, and new forms of creativity. This episode explores how a seasoned CMO sees these changes are unfolding, what they mean for the marketing workforce and operations, and how organizations can...
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Generative AI: Innovating Industries Worldwide
Leadership Beyond Borders
In this podcast episode, we explore the fascinating world of generative AI and its revolutionary impact across various industries. Generative AI, powered by advanced algorithms and neural networks, is impacting almost everything we do or experience. From generating realistic images and music compositions to assisting in medical research and architectural design, generative AI is transforming the way we innovate, create, and interact with technology. In this episode we are going to hear from an AI expert about what AI can do and the real-life implications it is having, as well as the ethical...
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Revolutionizing Leadership in the Cloud Era
Leadership Beyond Borders
The adoption of cloud services has significantly impacted today's leadership as cloud computing has changed how organizations conduct business operations, communicate, and collaborate. The maturity of an organization to adopt cloud and transformational solutions commonly depends on the leadership style and the full support of C-level executives, directors, and senior leaders. Adopting cloud computing can accelerate IT modernization, and business leaders must seriously evaluate the technology that can help them accelerate the required transformation. But it also means that to...
info_outlineIn this episode, we dive into fear-based leadership — a management style built on intimidation, pressure, and the constant threat of consequences. Over the past few years, this approach has been on the rise. Economic uncertainty, rapid technological change, and a culture of constant performance metrics have left many leaders leaning into fear as a way to maintain control. While it can create short-term compliance, the long-term cost is steep: it stifles innovation, erodes trust, and takes a serious toll on employee well-being.
We also look at why leaders resort to fear, the damage it causes to teams and culture, and what healthier alternatives look like. Together, we uncover how to spot fear-driven tactics and, more importantly, how to replace them with strategies that inspire confidence, resilience, and collaboration.
About the Guest
Kate Lowry is the author of, Unbreakable: How to Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders, a guide to navigating and succeeding under challenging leadership. She is a CEO coach, venture capitalist, and author based in Silicon Valley.
An expert in fear-based leaders, Kate developed her methodology through her experiences growing up in a hierarchical family and later honed it in the high-pressure environments of start-ups, private equity, management consulting, and big tech, including McKinsey, Meta, and Insight Partners.
With a unique blend of personal insight and professional expertise, she helps executives thrive in even the most demanding situations. In her free time, Kate enjoys writing comedy and music and spending time with her beloved service dog, Annie. Learn more at katelowry.com.
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- Website: https://www.katelowry.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherinejlowry/
- Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FR1G981Y/ref=sr_1_2
https://www.amazon.com/Unbreakable-Thrive-Under-Fear-Based-Leaders-ebook/dp/B0FQ71FW72/ref=sr_1_1
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- Website: www.siinda.org
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberli-lewis-7a34053/?ppe=1
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