n this episode of The Business Simplicity Podcast, host Chris Parker engages in a deep and insightful conversation with leadership expert and coach Jaroslav Dokoupil. With over 20 years of experience in leadership development, Jaroslav has supported thousands of leaders across sectors, helping them develop trust, inspire others, and build purposeful careers. Together, Chris and Jaroslav explore the profound concepts of leadership, self-love, and purpose, discussing how they intersect to empower individuals to create meaningful and fulfilling careers. The discussion is anchored in the Rumi quote: “Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there.” Jaroslav reflects on this powerful metaphor, explaining how it encourages leaders to move beyond judgment and embrace a space of understanding, connection, and purpose. Jaroslav brings his wealth of experience, from coaching leaders at HSBC to working with Accenture partners and training entrepreneurs in the concept of Exponential Organizations. During the episode, he shares his personal journey of discovering his evolving purpose, his experiences as a futurist at Singularity University, and his mission to empower leadership globally. Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ebullient.com/podcast/beyond-wrongdoing-jaroslav-dokoupil/ The Business Simplicity Podcast is where you can learn strategies and tactics to succeed through simplicity. Simplify your thinking to accelerate your business! Season 4 of The Business Simplicity Podcast is inspired by Chris’ book “Lead from Love with Rumi.” Discover the book: ⁠https://ebullient.com/leadfromlove/⁠ #leadership #love #rumi

In this episode of The Business Simplicity Podcast, host Chris Parker engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Didier Marlier, partner at the Enablers Network. Didier is an advisor to business leaders and a specialist in navigating the Disruption Economy. Together, they explore the concept of “leading from love,” inspired by the teachings of Rumi and ancient philosophies like Aristotle's logos, ethos, and pathos. In a world where rapid change is the only constant, Didier shares how love, combined with intellectual rigor, ethical behavior, and emotional depth, can be a powerful force in leadership. The discussion is anchored in the Rumi quote, “Be certain that in the religion of Love there are no believers and unbelievers. Love embraces all.” Didier and Chris reflect on the role of love in creating psychological safety, fostering innovation, and building resilient organizations. Didier explains that leading from love does not mean leading with weakness or avoidance; rather, it’s about embracing a mindset of openness, compassion, and courage to create a culture where people feel valued and motivated to give their best. Didier Marlier’s professional purpose is to support business leaders in challenging the orthodoxies they hold about their industries, particularly as they prepare their people and organizations for the demands of the Disruption Economy. With a diverse background as a blogger, author, board advisor, consultant, executive coach, professor, and agent-provocateur, Didier advises leaders on how to intellectually compel and emotionally engage their teams in large-scale transformations. His approach is grounded in logos (intellect), ethos (behaviors), and pathos (emotions), helping leaders create a balanced strategy that connects with both the minds and hearts of their people. Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ebullient.com/podcast/love-embraces-all-marlier/ The Business Simplicity Podcast is where you can learn strategies and tactics to succeed through simplicity. Simplify your thinking to accelerate your business! Season 4 of The Business Simplicity Podcast is inspired by Chris’ book “Lead from Love with Rumi.” Discover the book: ⁠https://ebullient.com/leadfromlove/⁠ #leadership #love #rumi

In this episode of the Business Simplicity Podcast, host Chris Parker speaks with Lenka Pincot, Chief of Staff to the CEO at the Project Management Institute, about leadership and transformation. They explore the idea of “leading from love,” self-acceptance, and how leadership starts with understanding and trusting oneself. Lenka shares insights from her career in Agile coaching and Project Management, reflecting on personal growth and the value of human connections in leadership. They also discuss the significance of the Rumi quote, “As you start to walk on the way, the way appears,” relating it to agile transformation, innovation, and building a purposeful work environment.

As the Chief of Staff to the CEO and an executive leader, Lenka oversees the Transformation Management Office, Enterprise Program Management Office, CEO & Board communications, and Thought Leadership teams in a global non-for-profit organization. Her role is in driving the organization’s strategic initiatives, ensuring seamless execution of the new strategy, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence across all levels.

In her capacity, she collaborates closely with the CEO, other executive leaders and the Board of Directors to align the strategic goals with operational execution. By leading cross-functional teams and spearheading critical projects, Lenka ensures that the transformation efforts are on track and deliver impactful results. Her focus on effective communication and thought leadership helps position PMI at the forefront of project management trends and innovations, reinforcing PMI’s commitment to the new purpose: to maximize project success to elevate our world.

Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://ebullient.com/podcast/lenka-pincot/

The Business Simplicity Podcast is where you can learn strategies and tactics to succeed through simplicity. Simplify your thinking to accelerate your business!

Season 4 of The Business Simplicity Podcast is inspired by Chris’ book “Lead from Love with Rumi.”

Discover the book: https://ebullient.com/leadfromlove/

#leadership #love #rumi