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Growth Hacking Culture

Most workplace advice treats people as the problem. Growth Hacking Culture starts from the opposite premise: if your best people are disengaged, burned out, or leaving, the system is broken, not them. Hosted by Ivan Palomino, this top 5% global podcast brings you unfiltered conversations with the people rewriting the rules of work: executives from Apple, Goldman Sachs, and Zappos, organizational psychologists, neuroscientists, and founders who"ve built cultures that perform without burning people

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62:38

The ROI of Belonging: Using Neuroscience to Unlock...

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2026/02/21

Is "Culture Fit" actually sabotaging your bottom line? In this episode, Ivan sits down with neuroscience-based researcher Andrea Carter, founder of the Belonging First methodology. We dive into the biological reality of high-performing teams and why traditional EDI metrics often miss the mark.Learn why "masking" at work causes the prefrontal cortex to shut down and how shifting your focus from "fit" to "belonging" can lead to a 56% increase in job performance and a 50% drop in turnover risk. Key

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44:00

Linda M. Perry on Upstream Causes, Downstream...

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2026/02/15

In this episode of Growth Hacking Culture, host Ivan Palomino sits down with Linda M. Perry, a renowned leadership and execution strategist, to explore why high-performing teams suddenly lose momentum. If you are seeing a drop in productivity or a rise in "quiet quitting," the problem likely isn't your software or your systems—it's a Meaning Gap.Linda uses her unique background as a former federal criminal defense attorney to diagnose the "upstream" psychological blocks that prevent "downstream"

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44:38

The Connection ROI: Why Feeling "Seen and Heard"...

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2026/02/10

Are your employees truly engaged, or are they part of the 70% just "plotting along" until the end of the day? In this episode of the Growth Hacking Culture Podcast, we dive into a "five-alarm fire" for business leaders: the massive disconnect in the modern hybrid workplace.Joining us is Dr. Jonathan Thorp, researcher and founder of Quantum Connections, to discuss why the fundamental supervisor-employee relationship is the most undervalued asset in business. We move past the "soft skill" clichés to

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48:27

The Analytical Manager’s Guide to Leadership with...

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2026/02/07

Why do highly talented engineers and technical experts often struggle when promoted to management?In this episode, we sit down with Dalmo Cirne, author of "The 4 Streams of Leadership," to deconstruct the "management bug" that many analytical minds face. Moving from a world of logic and technical precision into a world of constant change and human demand requires a total "refactor" of your professional identity. Dalmo shares his 4 Streams Framework, designed specifically for technical leaders to

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57:30

Bionic Branding: How to Build and Protect Corporate...

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2026/02/03

Navigating Digital Transformation in the modern landscape requires more than just processing power; it demands a resilient Human Infrastructure to safeguard your brand’s most valuable asset: trust. In this episode, Ivan Palomino is joined by Gal Borenstein, CEO of The Borenstein Group and author of Don't Believe the Hype, to explore the "Bionic Branding" framework. As corporations race to integrate generative AI, many are falling into a "reputation gap" where efficiency comes at the cost of

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28:44

How to Lead Through the Fog: Communicating...

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2026/01/27

When navigating organizational change, communicating uncertainty effectively is the most critical skill a leader can possess. While many leaders' first instinct is to wait for "all the facts" before speaking, silence during a transition can be dangerous. Neuroscience reveals that the human brain treats ambiguity as a physical threat, triggering a "survival mode" that stifles creativity and fuels the "rumor mill". In this episode, we sit down with Salvatore Manzi, author of Clear and Compelling, to

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38:45

AI vs. Bureaucracy: How to Lead at Formula 1 Speed...

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2026/01/22

Is your organization trying to drive at Formula 1 speeds using a horse-and-carriage engine? In this episode, we dive into the "Speed Paradox" of AI leadership and why buying the latest technology is useless if your corporate culture is built on layers of bureaucracy.Corporate structures are often designed for safety and consensus, but the AI era demands non-linear speed and workforce autonomy. Nikki Barua, CEO of Flipwork, joins Ivan Palomino to explain why the "Command and Control" model is now

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43:13

Can AI Make You More Human? Scaling Empathy in...

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2026/01/18

Nearly 75% of employees identify their manager as the primary source of workplace stress. In this deep-dive discussion, we explore how AI help for leadership is transitioning from a futuristic concept to a "bionic enhancement" for the modern executive. Host Ivan Palomino sits down with Ben Perreau, the founder of Parafoil, to discuss the "Empathy Mirror"—a radical approach to management that uses technology to reflect our own communication habits back to us.The conversation challenges the

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49:03

How to Build Human Infrastructure for Digital...

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2026/01/11

In an era where technology evolves at the speed of light, many organizations find their Digital Transformation efforts stalled by a neglected component: Human Infrastructure. While billions are poured into software patches and AI integrations, the "Human OS"—the cognitive and cultural framework of the workforce—often remains trapped in a legacy state. This episode features a deep dive with Barbara Wittmann, CEO of the Digital Wisdom Collective, into why technical implementation is only 20% of the

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50:40

Mastering the Mind of a Leader: Sébastien Page on the...

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2026/01/04

Why do companies spend billions on leadership development only to see engagement scores tank and top talent quit? The answer often lies in the "blind spots" of the human mind. In this episode of the Growth Hacking Culture podcast, we sit down with Sébastien Page, a leader in quantitative finance and author of The Psychology of Leadership.Sébastien shares how his own journey through high-stakes stress led him to the world of behavioral and sports psychology. We discuss why the most effective

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48:39

Hanna Bauer: Beyond the Burnout Myth - Why Resilient...

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2025/12/30

We’ve all heard the "hustle harder" mantra, but the numbers tell a different story. Right now, workplace disengagement is a global crisis, costing businesses an estimated $9 trillion in lost productivity. In this episode of the Growth Hacking Culture Podcast, we’re getting real about what it actually takes to lead without running yourself—or your team—into the ground.Our guest, Hanna Bauer, author of Hustle with a Heart, brings a perspective on resilience that you won’t find in a standard

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47:32

From Flop to Flow: Achieving Superperformance &...

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2025/12/14

Why do 75% to 95% of business improvement projects fail to last beyond two years?In this episode, we are tearing down the broken systems that hold businesses back. We are joined by George Pesansky, Operational Excellence Expert and author of Superperformance, to discuss the "massive leaky bucket problem" costing organizations billions. George argues that most leaders are trapped in a "glass half-empty" mindset—constantly firefighting and obsessing over lagging indicators like profit, rather than

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47:57

The Boardroom Battle: Beyond the EU 40%...

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2025/12/09

Is the EU's 40% women on boards quota a genuine push for diversity or a looming compliance trap?In this essential discussion, board strategy expert Dr. Keith Dorsey breaks down the unwritten rules of the boardroom and the real danger that the 2026 deadline poses for high-potential women. We move beyond outdated concepts of "Old Boys Networks" to explore the proven science of Optimal Diversity—the powerful combination of demographic and cognitive diversity that drives shareholder value, mitigates

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45:43

Healing the "Wounded Workforce": Dr. Brian Alman on...

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2025/12/04

The Confidence Crisis: Why many leaders mistake employee "wounds" for weakness.Join clinical psychologist Dr. Brian Alman for a powerful discussion on the roots of low morale, burnout, and confidence issues in the modern workplace. Dr. Alman, a world-renowned expert in self-hypnosis and mindset, reveals the direct link between an employee's emotional state and their professional performance. Learn actionable strategies for leadership and HR to help your team heal limiting beliefs, boost resilience,

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55:03

Stop Blaming Your Mindset: The Science of Rewiring...

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2025/11/18

Are you trying to solve a hardware problem with software solutions? In a world dominated by chronic stress, information overload, and the pressure to outperform AI, we often rely on willpower, productivity apps, or endless caffeine to stay focused. But what if the key to sustainable productivity isn't about managing your time, but literally training your brain to function better?In this episode, we step inside the "brain gym" with Santiago Brand, a leading expert in high-performance psychology,

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49:55

From Strategy Fatigue to Resilient Leadership: A New...

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2025/11/12

Most strategic plans are obsolete the moment they're printed. In a world of constant uncertainty, 20th-century models are failing, leaving teams paralyzed by "strategy fatigue."How do we fix this broken system? In this episode, we sit down with a leading strategy expert to discuss a powerful new framework. It's designed to move beyond static, 100-page plans and embrace strategy as a daily, adaptive behavior. He explains why most strategies fail at the execution stage and how an "Inside Out"

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43:59

Stop Worrying About AI: The Human Superpowers That...

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2025/11/05

Are you grappling with change fatigue, anxiety, or a chronic sense of being unready amidst the rapid rise of AI and automation?In this illuminating and vital episode, we host Allister Frost, a visionary who has spent three decades navigating digital transformation. Allister, a former Microsoft leader and the author of the essential new book, ReadyAlready: The Future-Ready Mindset to Keep Up, Stand Out, and Shape What's Next, shares a powerful truth: staying ahead of AI isn't about mastering the

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48:24

DEI Backlash: The Truth About Equity & How to...

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2025/10/23

In this essential episode, we dive deep into one of the most critical and challenging topics in the modern workplace: the powerful resistance to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.Our guest is global corporate leader, former Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Merck, and author of the vital new book, The Truth About Equity: What it really is, what it isn't, and why everyone wins when we get it right. Celeste Warren is uniquely qualified to help us talk through the noise and

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49:08

The $223 Billion Cost of "Me Culture": Kyle McDowell...

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2025/10/16

This is an essential conversation for any leader, manager, or entrepreneur who wants to build a high-performing, sustainable culture.We're joined by Kyle McDowell, a former Fortune 10 senior executive and the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Begin with We: 10 Principles for Building and Sustaining a Culture of Excellence. Kyle is candid about the dysfunctional "me-oriented" mindset that plagues most workplaces and shares his practical, principle-based framework for transforming it into a

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47:12

Beyond Suppression: How to Weaponize Negative...

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2025/10/10

The conventional leadership advice is a lie: Don't show fear. Suppress the anger. Keep your cool. But what if that intense energy behind frustration or rage is the most potent fuel you're wasting?In this thought-provoking deep dive, author and executive coach Greg Stewart (drgregstewart.com) introduces his radical concept of unleashing the rage of negative emotions —not at your team, but against the internal and external obstacles holding you back. This isn't about becoming an irrational boss;

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