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The Heart of the Equation

Sara Mobarhanfard, Pragati Siddhanti, Anisa Zafar

The Heart of the EquationWhere Analytical Minds Explore Leadership, Growth, and the Human Side of SuccessJoin three multi-passionate professionals—Sara, Anisa, and Pragati—as they navigate the challenges and opportunities facing engineers, scientists, and tech professionals. Designed for analytical minds in transition, this podcast explores career growth, leadership, personal branding, resilience, and how to thrive when the unexpected happens.Whether you’re redefining your career, building a side

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Episode 23: What 2025 Taught Us About STEM Careers &...

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2025/11/28

In our last episode of 2025, we unpack the year’s biggest shifts, the guest insights that changed how we work, and announce our live online Career Workshop on 26 January 2026.What we covered in this episodeHow can mid-career professionals navigate major career transitionsPractical lessons from episodes on psychological safety, delegation and moving from operations to leadershipWhy values, boundaries and rest drive long term performanceHow to transform your career in 2026Join Our Live Online Career

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Episode 22 -Too Sensitive for Corporate? Think Again...

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2025/10/30

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person working in a high-pressure environment like pharma, tech, or consulting? In this episode, Sara speaks with Anna Moretti (ex-pharma leader and coach for HSPs) about highly sensitive leadership, nervous system regulation, empathy at work, boundaries, and resilience without burnout.Who this is forManagers, senior professionals, and emerging leaders who identify as highly sensitive (HSP) or think they might be, and want practical ways to lead teams, protect energy, and

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Episode 21 : Navigating the Swiss Job Market as a...

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2025/10/09

Switzerland’s job market is attractive, but it plays by its own rules. In this conversation, Sara and Pragati talk frankly about what actually works here if you are an expat, a trailing spouse, a recent graduate, or a career changer.They cover: ✅ The reality of today’s market and why persistence matters ✅ Why relationships and referrals open doors in Switzerland ✅ How to make a strong application: tailoring your CV, keywords, and a clear cover letter ✅ When and how to use AI to speed up applications

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Episode 20 Resilience at Work: Training Your Nervous...

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2025/10/02

The final quarter is busy. Expectations are high. Life outside work is not exactly quiet either. In this conversation, Sara and Anisa unpack what resilience really means and how managers can build capacity in intentional ways, so performance stays steady over time.You’ll hear: ✅ Why resilience is not “toughing it out,” but training your nervous system ✅ Windows of tolerance and why two people react differently to the same pressure ✅ Stress–recovery cycles from sport science and how to apply them to

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Episode 19: Thriving Under Pressure: Building...

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2025/09/25

Why do so many managers feel like they’re always “on,” yet still worry it’s never enough? High-performance cultures reward results, but rarely teach you how to sustain them.In this conversation, Sara and Pragati unpack what it really takes to show up at your best over the long term — without falling into the trap of hustle culture or tying your self-worth to daily output.Drawing from lived experience across global consulting, supply chain, and coaching, they explore:✅ Why premium-performance

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Episode 18: Finding Work That Energises You: A...

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2025/09/18

💡Why Being Great at Your Job Might Still Leave You Drained? Let’s Talk About The Hidden Trap of High Performers That Keeps Them Stuck in the Wrong Role. In this conversation, Sara and Anisa explore the concept of the Zone of Genius, what it is, why it matters, and how you can start identifying it in your own life and career.Drawing from personal stories and years of both coaching and working as business professionals, they unpack: ✅ The difference between your zone of competence, excellence, and

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Episode 17 So You Want to Be a Leader? What No One...

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2025/07/31

What does it really mean to have a successful career?In this reflective and deeply human conversation, we sit down with Lídia Bonet,a global HR consultant with over 18 years of experience — to explore how success evolves, what leadership really requires, and why your mind, body, and heart all belong in the conversation.From university graduates to senior executives, Lídia has worked with professionals at every stage — and she’s here to share what makes the difference between high-performers who burn

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Episode 16: Authentic Leadership in Action – Inbal...

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2025/07/24

In this episode of The Heart of the Equation, we sit down with Inbal Orbach, Vice President and Global Head of FP&A at Lonza, to explore what it really means to lead high-performing finance teams in today’s complex business landscape—without losing your human touch.With over two decades of global experience in finance, M&A, and strategic transformation, Inbal shares:✨ How she consciously shaped her leadership style—balancing performance with empathy✨ The mindset shift that helped her

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Episode 15: Leading Global Tech Teams with Heart:...

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2025/07/17

In this heartfelt episode of The Heart of the Equation, Sara and Anisa sit down with Nadjia Drici, a senior global healthtech leader with nearly 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry. From her path as a scientist and immigrant woman in tech to leading large-scale, multicultural IT teams, Nadjia offers a deeply human perspective on innovation, leadership, and equity in the healthcare sector.She also shares her passion for advancing education in under-resourced

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Episode 14: How to Lead, Get Hired, and Rebuild a...

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2025/07/15

In this episode of The Heart of the Equation, Sara sits down with Vikrant Dongre—HR Director, leadership consultant, and founder of Leadsource Consulting—to unpack what it really takes to build a successful career in Switzerland, especially for experienced professionals, expats, and career reinventors in STEM and life sciences.Vikrant brings two decades of global HR experience to the conversation and shares actionable strategies on:✅What’s unique about career paths and leadership in STEM, life

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Episode 13: How Great Teams Learn and Grow Together...

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2025/07/03

Mutual Learning and Growth – How to Build a Thriving Team Where Everyone Learns from Each Other🎙️ Featuring Manish Sharma, Global Pharmaceutical Executive 💡 What if your next big innovation didn’t come from the top—but from a junior team member, a peer, or even a different department?In a world of cross-functional teams, remote collaboration, and rapid innovation in pharma and biotech, mutual learning isn't just a nice-to-have,it’s essential.In this insightful episode of The Heart of the

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Episode 12: Lead Without Waiting for Permission with...

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2025/06/26

💡 What does it really mean to lead without waiting for a title or formal authority?Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you are waiting for someone to approve you for leading an initiative?Have you found it challenging to take ownership of your ideas and step in power?In today’s fast-moving workplace,especially in STEM fields ,healthcare, pharma, and corporate settings ,many emerging leaders are waiting to be “ready.” But the truth? Leadership doesn’t require permission. It requires

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Episode 11: Mastering the Change Mindset: Turn...

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2025/05/15

In a world where uncertainty is the new normal, your mindset isn’t just important — it’s everything.From AI disruption to economic shifts, today’s business career landscape demands more than just hard work. It demands adaptability, resilience, and the ability to lead yourself through change.In this powerful first episode of Season 2, we are joined by Tünde Lukacs, Partner at EY, Executive Coach and Founder & CEO of The Change Republic, for a deep conversation about embracing uncertainty, leading

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Episode 10: Leading Without Authority &...

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2025/04/23

Episode 10: Leading Without Authority—How to Motivate, Influence, and Deliver Results in Matrix Organizations💡 What does it really take to lead when no one reports directly to you?Whether you're a project manager, functional lead, or cross-functional collaborator in a STEM environment, you're probably expected to lead without authority—and it's one of the toughest (and least talked about) challenges in corporate life.Matrix organizations are the norm in science, tech, and

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Episode 9: Assertive, Not Aggressive – Escaping the...

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2025/04/23

🎙️ Episode 9: Assertive, Not Aggressive – Escaping the Likeability Trap at WorkPeople-pleasing, power plays and the hidden cost of being the nice one.💡 Everyone wants to be seen as competent and kind—but what happens when the pressure to be “likeable” starts holding you back?From corporate teams to coaching businesses, many professionals feel caught in a silent dilemma: say yes to be liked, or speak up and risk being seen as “the trouble maker” or “drama queen”But always being the helpful one

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Episode 8: Creativity & Innovation at Work—Genuine...

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2025/03/12

💡 Everyone talks about creativity and innovation in the workplace—but is it truly encouraged?In many companies, "innovation" is a core value, a KPI, or even a department. But when employees actually try to think outside the box, they often face roadblocks: rigid processes, risk-averse leadership, or a lack of real ownership.So, do companies really want innovation? Or is it just another corporate buzzword?🔹 “We say we want innovation, but we don’t tolerate failure—how does that work?”🔹

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Episode 7: Women in STEM & Imposter Syndrome – Why...

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2025/03/07

💡 Women in STEM are some of the most brilliant minds in the world—yet so many struggle with self-doubt, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome.Despite holding advanced degrees, leading complex projects, and solving global challenges, many women in science, tech, and engineering still feel like they’re not “good enough.”🔹 “Am I really qualified for this role? Maybe I just got lucky”🔹 “What if they notice I am not as smart as I look like”🔹 “I don’t know enough yet to speak up.”🔹 “I am qualified in

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Episode 6:From Tech Expert to People Leader:...

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2025/02/27

💡 There’s plenty of content online for high-level executives and CEOs, and just as much for entry-level professionals trying to build their careers. But what about middle managers? The reality is, you can’t just leap into an executive role—you have to navigate this critical stage first. Balancing your own ambitions with your team’s success isn’t something handed to you; it’s a skill you must intentionally develop.In this episode, Sara Mobarhanfard sits down with Pragati Siddhanti, a senior IT

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Episode 5:Navigating Uncertainty – Finding Peace in...

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2025/02/27

💡 Uncertainty, fear, and anxiety—these emotions have been on the rise, especially in recent years. Whether it’s job instability, global crises, or personal challenges, the feeling of not knowing what’s next can be overwhelming.This topic is very close to our heart as so many of our clients or friends in STEM are experiencing job losses, lay offs and reorganisations. The world is changing and the corporations are trying to keep up.So many have to go on job interviews, show up with high energy

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Episode 4: Career Reinvention From Engineer to...

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2025/02/14

💡 The coaching industry is booming, but is it really what it seems? And how do you transition from a structured STEM career into something completely different?In this episode of The Heart of the Equation, we turn the spotlight on Sara Mobarhanfard—a business coach, former engineer, and corporate leader turned entrepreneur—to explore what it really takes to reinvent your career, navigate the coaching industry, and create meaningful work on your own terms.🚀 Inside This Episode:✅ The journey from

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