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Team Up with Beata brings you candid, practical conversations at the intersection of humans and AI. So you can collaborate better, lead with empathy, and feel hopeful about what’s next. Hosted by Beata Padlo, a seasoned product team and organizational coach, creative facilitator and curious human being. Each episode explores real-world stories, mindsets, and simple practices you can use right away. Season 2 is in the making! Follow now to get new episodes the moment they drop and start teaming up with AI in a way that feels authentic, valuable, and human.

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June 8, 2026Episode 1556 min

Leadership Is Brand Made Human: Heart-Led Leadership in the Age of AI with Aleksandra Mandic Killy

If you're navigating leadership in a world where AI is moving fast but human connection feels more important than ever, this episode is for you.We talk about what it really means to lead with heart, and why the so-called soft skills are actually the most strategic ones you can develop right now.In this conversation, we explore:Why leadership is brand made human, and what that means in practiceHow heart-led leadership and Jan Carlzon's philosophy apply to today's AI-driven organisationsWhat heartful communication teaches us about listening, empathy, and collaborationThe role of trust, courage, and ethics as AI commoditises knowledgeHow design sprints and co-creation drive real innovation without losing the human elementWhat cross-cultural leadership looks like across Paris, Stockholm, and beyondWhy being fiercely optimistic is not naive, it is a leadership choiceAbout today's guest:Aleksandra Mandic Killy is a global brand strategist, innovation consultant, and leadership facilitator whose career spans international corporations, entrepreneurship, and leadership education. She has worked across cultures and sectors to help organisations build brands, teams, and decision-making cultures rooted in clarity, trust, and human insight. She is also a certified Heartful Communication facilitator and co-developer of the heart-led leadership programme based on Jan Carlzon's work. Aleksandra brings a sharp perspective on leadership in AI times, where technology scales fast but judgment, courage, and collaboration matter more than ever.LET'S CONNECT 🤗Follow Beata:https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlohttps://www.instagram.com/padlo_beatahttps://beatapadlo.comFollow Aleksandra:https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandramandickilly

March 24, 2026Episode 141 hr 0 min

You’re a New Manager. Now What? Lessons from 30 Years of Leadership with Tineke Gramenius

If you’re stepping into leadership for the first time, supporting new managers, or trying to build trust in your team during times of change, this episode is for you.We talk about leadership that feels human, practical, and grounded in real experience.In this conversation, we explore:- What it really takes to become a trusted and effective leader- Supporting new and often young managers as they grow into responsibility- Navigating change and building resilient teams- Leading across cultures with curiosity and awareness- How leadership is evolving in a world increasingly shaped by AIAbout today’s guest:Tineke Gramenious is a leadership advisor and author with more than 30 years of experience in customer service, support, and leadership. She spent nearly two decades at Microsoft before continuing her work as a consultant, interim leader, and mentor to emerging managers. Her new book focuses on helping the next generation of leaders grow with confidence, clarity, and practical tools.LET'S CONNECT 🤗Follow Beata:⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlohttps://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata⁠⁠https://beatapadlo.comFollow Tineke:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinekegrameniushttps://tinekegramenius.se

January 17, 2026Episode 1339 min

When Losing Your Job Becomes a Turning Point with Martijn Koekkoek

If you’ve ever felt awkward at networking events, struggled to build meaningful connections, or wondered how to meet the right people without pretending to be someone you’re not, this episode is for you. This episode is especially helpful for fellow expats.We talk about networking that feels human, inclusive, and actually works.In this conversation, we explore:Why sharing your passion is the best icebreaker at eventsHow expats and internationals experience networking differentlyDesigning networking events that include introverts, not just the confident fewBuilding real connections in a world shaped by AIAbout today’s guest:Martijn Koekkoek is the founder of Everybody Networks Here, an international networking platform that fosters connections among expats and internationals. Creating inclusive events across Europe. His work focuses on making networking simple, structured, and human so everyone has access to real opportunities.LET'S CONNECT 🤗Follow Beata:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata⁠Website: ⁠https://beatapadlo.com⁠Follow Martijn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/martijnkoekkoek1https://www.linkedin.com/company/everybody-networks-herehttps://www.instagram.com/everybodynetworkshereWebsite: ⁠https://www.everybodynetworkshere.com

December 18, 2025Episode 121 hr 6 min

When Asking for Help Becomes an Act of Leadership with Rafael Rafa Ribeiro

If you’ve ever felt the weight of leading alone, struggled to ask for help, or wondered how to stay human in an ever-changing tech world, this episode is for you.We talk about vulnerability, leadership, and finding clarity in uncertain times.In this conversation, we explore:Why asking for help can be an act of leadershipVulnerability and authenticity at workThe masks we wear, and how they shape our relationshipsStaying human in tech and AI-driven environments⚠️ This episode touches on sensitive topics, including suicide. Support resources are available in the notes below.About today’s guest:Rafael Rafa Ribeiro is a tech leader, agile trainer, and coach with over 25 years of experience across software development, leadership, and human development. Based in Lisbon, he blends technology, psychology, coaching, and immersive surfing experiences to help leaders show up with clarity and authenticity.LET'S CONNECT 🤗Follow Beata:https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlohttps://www.instagram.com/padlo_beataWebsite: https://beatapadlo.comFollow Rafael:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafadasilvaribhttps://www.instagram.com/rafadasilvarib Website: https://abundanceflow.pt⭐ If you enjoyed this episode ⭐Please like the video, leave a comment, and subscribe for more conversations about humans, AI, and the future of collaboration.⚠️ Support resources:If you or someone you know is struggling:🌍 Find local crisis helplines worldwide: https://findahelpline.com🇺🇸 U.S. & 🇨🇦 Canada: Call or text 988🇬🇧 UK & 🇮🇪 ROI: Samaritans 116 123🇸🇪 Sweden: Mind Självmordslinjen 90101 or chat online🇵🇹 Portugal: SNS 24 Psychological Support Line 808 24 24 24 (24/7)If you’re in immediate danger, please contact local emergency services.

November 30, 2025Episode 1159 min

How to Reinvent Yourself and Build a Career Abroad in a World Run by AI with Ulrike Schulz

If you’ve ever wanted to start over, move abroad, change careers, or show up more authentically online, this episode is for you. We talk about how to grow as a person and stay human in a world increasingly shaped by AI. In this conversation, we explore:- How moving to a new country can transform your career - The mindset shifts that create real opportunities, anywhere- How to stay authentic when everything feels automated- Building confidence and community from scratch- Creating content that feels human in the age of AI About today’s guest: Ulrike Schulz is a “Content Therapist” and founder of Visible[Focus], helping creators and founders show up with clarity and confidence. She blends strategy, psychology, and storytelling to make content feel human rather than overwhelming.Follow Beata: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadloInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beataWebsite: https://beatapadlo.comFollow Ulrike:YouTube: ⁨https://www.youtube.com/@LivingSwedishLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulischulzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingswedish_uli⭐ If you enjoyed this episode ⭐Please give us five stars, leave a comment, and subscribe for more conversations about humans, AI, and the future of collaboration.

November 27, 2025Episode 105 min

Introducing Season 2: Humans, AI & Everything In Between

Welcome back to 'Team Up with Beata' where we explore the intersection of humans and AI.Subscribe now and join the conversation on redefining collaboration in the age of AI.Feel free to follow me on:linkedin.com/in/beatapadloInstagram @padlo_beataOr if you want to visit my website:beatapadlo.com

February 29, 2024Episode 937 min

The Power of Team Collaboration with Kathryn Criston

In this episode, you will hear about: - Effective team collaboration and communication - Importance of a team goal - Bridging cultural backgrounds in team collaboration - Sociocracy 3.0 - Agile Coaching Connect Kathryn Criston: - Agile with S3 Podcast - LinkedIn Follow Beata: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo

January 17, 2024Episode 850 min

The Magical Effect Coaching Can Have on You with Ramez Hanna

Today, you will hear all about what coaching is, how to get a coach, how to prepare for a coaching program, where you can find the right coach for you, and much more.Ramez Hanna is a senior engineering leader and leadership coach who enjoys driving business results. He is an avid advocate for servant leadership, too! He has worked at many companies as an Engineering Manager, Head of Engineering, and later as Director of Engineering. Through that exposure to people at different levels of organizations, he recognized the need for coaching, not only for other managers but also for himself. He then trained in a method called integral coaching and helped people grow within tech and, more recently, outside tech as well. Mentioned in this episode:The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier (MBS) https://www.mbs.works/coaching-habit-bookFollow me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadloInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata⁠A quick note: since this episode first aired, my guest Ramez Hanna has passed away. I’m very sorry to hear of their passing and deeply grateful for the time, stories, and wisdom he shared with me and our listeners.

January 3, 2024Episode 739 min

Making an Impact in Tech by Building Your Personal Brand with Yota Trom

This year, it’s time to change, it's time to shift the way we think of work and our careers and start investing in sharing our story and what we have learned to make a positive impact not only on ourselves but also on those around us and our environment. How do you make an impact in tech by creating your personal brand? In this episode, Beata Padlo talks with Yota Trom. Yota Trom is a software engineer-turned-coach, and the founder of Together in tech, a tech community with over 6000 members. She has worked in tech for over 15 years, leading teams at Amazon and Yahoo before getting her MSc in Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching. Her pioneering research and resultant publications explore the intersection of coaching and positive psychology. As a UN Women UK Delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, Yota is a powerful advocate for gender diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. Her mission to help people in tech unlock their inner confidence and become inspiring leaders has brought her to work with some of Europe's biggest tech companies, including Sky, Booking.com, Delivery Hero, Amazon, and Google. Yota holds an advisory role to the board of UCL School of Management, contributing her expertise to further education and leadership development. In this episode, you will hear about: How you can start building your personal brand with a few super easy steps? How to shift your mindset and start making an impact? How you can position yourself to be top of the mind for potential employers, whether you are actively looking for new opportunities or not? Mentioned in this episode: Bootcamp - https://www.togetherintech.org/imposter-syndrome-bootcamp Together in Tech Community - https://www.togetherintech.org Connect with Yota Trom LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yotatrom Learn more here - https://www.yotatrom.com Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo

December 6, 2023Episode 650 min

Loneliness Epidemic, Friendships and Mental Health in Times of Layoffs and Burnout with Gitte Klitgaard

How can we feel closer to one another and less lonely? What can we do to start small, make mistakes and be human? Gitte Klitgaard is an agile coach, trainer, advisor and mentor focusing on helping organizations implement psychological safety, responsibility, and accountability. She does this by working with teams and individuals. Among many other things she is coaching, advising, and mentoring managers and other leaders. Gitte is authentic, she will cut to the chase, and help people become themselves thereby reaching success. Her community contributions include organizing coach camps, and speaking at conferences, where she highlights and makes topics like mental health and psycholological safety accessible. She creates safe and respectful environments at work and outside. She listens to and engages the more silent voices and minority groups. So far she has keynoted on three continents and recently she contributed a chapter on team safety in The Art of Agile Development 2. edition. In her spare time, Gitte collects LEGO and Yodas and keeps in touch with friends from all over the globe including some, she considers her second family. Gitte is owner of Native Wired and has lead change at companies like IBM, LEGO, and Spotify. Mentioned in this episode: Neil Gaiman - https://bsky.app/profile/neilhimself.neilgaiman.com Interview with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ia6Di_ytiSE Blue Zones book by Dan Buettner - https://www.bluezones.com/books/ Blue Zones on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/se-en/title/81214929 Seth Godin’s blog -https://seths.blog/ Connect with Gitte Klitgaard LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gitteklitgaard/ Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo