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Power Skills For Success

Anna Gandrabura

Hey, friends, and welcome to "Power Skills For Success," the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, founders, executives, life and career coaches, creators, and other inspiring individuals. We uncover the secrets of soft skills, strategies, and tools that help us work and live happier, healthier, and more productive lives. I"m Anna, a founder coach, influencer, and author. In each episode, I have conversations with guests about the power skills that have helped them become successful

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Ep.39 Practical AI for Any Role: How to Get ROI From...

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2025/09/04

In this episode, I interview Galina Fendikevich, AI expert and Product Manager from San Francisco.We discuss practical applications of AI tools, the misconceptions surrounding AI's capabilities, and the essential skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven world.🔗 USEFUL LINKS AND RESOURCEShttps://www.fendikevich.com/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/annagandrabura/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐦 Twitter

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Ep.38 Pitch Like a Pro: Power Skills Behind Confident...

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2025/07/21

In this episode, I interview Kat Weaver, a 24-time pitch competition winner, exited founder, and the founder of Power to Pitch. We discuss mastering the art of the pitch, overcoming mindset blocks, and how telling too many stories can actually ruin your pitch. 🔗 USEFUL LINKS AND RESOURCESDM: https://www.instagram.com/iamkatweaver?igsh=Z2dmOHhndmdkbXpp to get a free pitch plan🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/annagandrabura/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐦 Twitter

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Ep.37 Ask What’s Possible: How Envisioning Can 10X...

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2025/06/20

In this episode, I interview Adam Coelho — former Googler, current workshop facilitator, and entrepreneur. We discuss how envisioning can help you 10x your life, what thinking big really means, and the key insights that led Adam to create his workshop for leaders and tech executives, Ask What's Possible.🔗 USEFUL LINKS AND RESOURCESFree Envisioning Exercise to think REALLY BIG about you want and what’s possible for your life and work - http://askwhatspossible.com/powerAsk What’s Possible

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Ep.36 Bridging the Communication Skills Gap in the...

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2025/06/05

In this episode, we talk to Sheri Smith, the founder and CEO of the Indigo Project, a social enterprise with the vision of catalyzing a learner-centered education system.Sheri believes that every person has the intrinsic genius to excel in any field or industry. The secret ingredient for unlocking that potential? Communication skills.🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/annagandrabura/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐦 Twitter

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Ep.35 Investing in Lifelong Learning with Amit Patel

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2025/02/15

What drives someone to dedicate their entire career to supporting educators and advancing education technology?For Amit Patel, Managing Director at Owl Ventures, it was witnessing firsthand the profound impact high-quality education has on shaping lives and careers.In this episode, we explore the essential power skills every lifelong learner should have, the role of generative AI in personalized learning, and how kindness pays dividends. 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin

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Ep.34 Bringing Gen Z Values to Education with Eric...

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2025/02/07

In this episode, we are joined by Eric Olah-Reiken and Jordan Dikoum⁠⁠, the founders ofUniTru.Jordan and Eric share their experiences as Gen Z players in the education industry. We discuss the unspoken everyday challenges of running a business and break down the importance of innovating through authenticity.🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/annagandrabura/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐦 Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/anna_gandrabura⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸

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Ep.33 Building a High-Performing Team with Ali Winkle

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2025/01/31

In this episode, we are joined by ⁠Ali Winkle, founder and CEO of Just Drive Media to discuss the critical aspects of building a strong company culture and high-performing teams. Ali's company has won numerous "Best Place to Work" awards, and she is here to share her strategy and mindset behind everything that goes into creating and leading a high-performing team. 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/annagandrabura/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐦

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Ep.32 Discovering the Power Skills Behind Successful...

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2025/01/27

In this episode, we are joined by Sandy Gibson, the leader of On Base Capital, with impressive expertise in entrepreneurship, startup finance, and investor relationships.In this conversation, Sandy shares insider insights on venture capital, profit-market fit, and the essential skills needed for running a successful business. Books recommendations: The Law of Success ⁠High Output Management 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin

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Ep.31 Networking in Silicon Valley with Vasyl Dub

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2025/01/23

In this episode, we are joined by ⁠⁠Vasyl Dub a 3x founder and startup mentor to discuss the essential skills and strategies for success in entrepreneurship.Join us as we break down the three pillars of success (mindset, strategy, and people) and the significance of cultural and language skills for international founders. 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/annagandrabura/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐦 Twitter

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Ep.30 Developing Human Skills in the AI-driven with...

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2025/01/17

In this episode, we are joined by Eric Severson, a bestselling author and book consultant who shares his journey from a challenging academic background to becoming a successful author and speaker. We discuss the importance of feedback and emotional intelligence in personal growth and the transformative power of AI in education. Don't miss this inspiring and practical conversation!Books recommendations: Atomic Habits Nexus Alter Ego 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin

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Ep.29 Building Pipeline and Bottomline Through...

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2024/12/05

In this episode, we are joined by Janine Suah, community builder and founder of About Community to talk about what it takes to build strong communities in the B2B world. Tune in to dive into why relationships matter, how community builders wear many hats, and how communities can help businesses grow. We also touch on personal branding, smart strategies for community building, and the power of learning through reading and self-improvement. Don't miss this inspiring and practical conversation!Books

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Ep.28 Embracing Change: A Journey of Growth with...

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2024/11/29

Are you in transition, relocating to a new country, starting a new job, or embracing a new chapter in life? In this episode, we are joined by Gretchen Rodriguez from TD Bank to discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with change. We explore the power of curiosity, lifelong learning, and how our experiences shape our success. Gretchen shares her journey from Cuba to the US, her passion for networking, and her commitment to helping others, especially single mothers and those entering

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Ep. 27 Thinking about Learning with Rob Lauber

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2024/11/18

In today's episode, we speak with Rob Lauber, a seasoned learning and development executive and founder of XLO Global, about how professionals should think about learning: from a company's perspective, what's the importance of investing in workforce development; from a junior professional's perspective, what's the real value of first jobs. We also touch on the evolving role of AI. Rob shares insights from his extensive experience, including his time as the global chief learning officer for

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Ep. 26 Developing Intellectual Curiosity with Vic Miles

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2024/11/11

In this episode we are joined by ⁠Vic Miles⁠, a seasoned technology executive at Microsoft to discuss the significance of intellectual curiosity in leadership and personal development. If you want to know how asking the right questions can lead to breakthroughs, how curiosity helps when dealing with change, and what power skills contribute to success, you must listen to this episode. 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/annagandrabura/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐦

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Ep. 25 Five Rules for Leaders with Olga Lykova

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2024/11/07

In this episode we are joined by Olga Lykova, the Head of Partnerships at Monday.com to discuss essential rules for thriving in leadership and career development. Tune in to learn about the importance of creating non-negotiables, leading with authenticity, understanding the transient nature of relationships, effective communication, and the significance of power skills over hard skills. 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin

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Ep. 24 Empowering the Next Generation in Tech with...

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2024/10/22

Today, we're thrilled to have Hector Gonzalez, a visionary in the world of educational technology and a co-founder of Stiegler EdTech. Hector's unique path from musician to corporate employee, then developer, and finally a tech entrepreneur, epitomizes the power of self-improvement and self-learning.We discuss the significance of a growth mindset, curiosity, and genuine connections in career transitions and personal development. Tune in and share your thoughts! 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin

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Ep. 23 How to Spot Junior Experienced A-Players with...

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2024/10/09

In today's discussion, we are joined by Lesya Arnold, the founder and CEO of A-Players, who will share her insights on identifying and nurturing hidden gems in the talent pool, ensuring your team is equipped with the best upcoming leaders. We discuss the concept of A-players, which are individuals who have a 90% chance of being in the top 10% performers. What power skills do A-players possess that have a significant impact on company results? How can you tell that one is an A-player? Are you one

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Ep.23 Raising $3.5 Million Without Meeting Your...

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2024/08/22

In this episode we are joined by ⁠Stefan Avram⁠, a co-founder of ⁠WunderGraph⁠, to talk about all things building a successful tech startup in Miami. Tune in to learn about:How to raise startup capital without meeting your co-founders or investors in real life The three keys to successful fundraising The best way to network while build something great Top power skills for founders Do's and dont's of Miami tech You can't miss this episode if you are a startup founder. 🔗

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Ep.22 Best Practices for Building an L&D Department...

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2024/08/12

In this episode we are joined by Pablo Sektman, a talent learning and development leader to discuss the future of talent and L&D in organizations in 2024. What is the role of L&D departments in a company? What challenges L&D space faces these days? What are the top skills companies are looking for in employees? How can the integration of AI in L&D help workforce development? We discuss these and many other thought-provoking questions with Pablo. Tune in ASAP. 🔗 CONNECT

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Ep.21 The Power of Content Creation for Startups with...

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2024/08/09

In this episode we are joined by Riley Kaminer, a seasoned tech journalist and founder at ClearCritical to talk about power skills needed for startups to scale and be seen. Tune in to learn tips and tricks of content creation and storytelling for founders and investors, as well as common pitfalls and recommendations for creating effective content strategies for your personal professional brand and your company brand. 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANNA: 🎥 Linkedin

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