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The World Class Leaders Show

The World Class Leaders Show

By: Andrea Petrone
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Welcome to the World-Class Leaders Show. This podcast is designed for CEOs and Senior Executives who want to transform their organizations, lead change and build world-class teams. In this podcast, we deconstruct the success of world-class leaders and their transformational initiatives by sharing stories, insights, lessons, and the most effective strategies that can be implemented in the organization. This is your host. Andrea Petrone, an International Executive and Team Coach and Change Advisor to CEOs and Senior Executives, Facilitator and Keynote Speaker. He has more than 20 years of international and executive experience.© 2021 The World Class Leaders Show Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • 227 - The 3-Word Lie That's Costing Every CEO Millions

    227 - The 3-Word Lie That's Costing Every CEO Millions
    Feb 19 2026

    We’re opening doors to WCL21. The first private and exclusive community for CEOs who want to grow their leadership, pressure-test decisions, and create meaningful connections with other peers in a trusted environment.

    👉 Request your invitation: https://andreapetrone.com/wcl21

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    In Episode 227, Andrea examines the hidden financial cost of performed certainty inside executive leadership. When CEOs default to projecting confidence instead of naming uncertainty, they unintentionally compress organisational intelligence upward — creating decision bottlenecks and suppressing early risk signals.

    This episode introduces a four-part framework for maintaining authority while increasing transparency. The core argument is simple but uncomfortable: the leader’s relationship with truth determines the organisation’s capacity to think. When certainty becomes theatre, silence becomes culture. And silence is where strategic errors compound.

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    17 mins
  • 226 - Rethinking Your AI Strategy: What Josh Bersin Knows Most CEOs Don’t

    226 - Rethinking Your AI Strategy: What Josh Bersin Knows Most CEOs Don’t
    Feb 12 2026
    We’re opening doors to WCL21. The first private and exclusive community for CEOs who want to grow their leadership, pressure-test decisions, and create meaningful connections with other peers in a trusted environment. 👉 Request your invitation: https://andreapetrone.com/wcl21 Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” 👉 Download - https://bit.ly/10-fool-proof-ceo-strategies __________________________________________ In this episode of The World Class Leaders Show, host Andrea Petrone is joined by Josh Bersin, Founder and CEO of The Josh Bersin Company, Founder and Dean of Galileo by the Josh Bersin Company, and Board Member of University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, a globally recognized expert on HR and the future of work. Josh shares his insights on the transformative role of AI in business. He discusses how AI can break down organizational silos, improve productivity, and drive innovation. Josh explains why CEOs must rethink business models to integrate AI across functions and how AI can reshape leadership, talent development, and decision-making for long-term success. Josh shares how leaders can leverage AI to transform their businesses by breaking down silos and creating more integrated workflows. He explains why many companies focus on AI as a tool for individual tasks, missing the opportunity to use it for rethinking entire business models. Josh introduces his vision for AI as a "super agent" that can drive efficiency across various functions like marketing, sales, and HR. He also discusses how AI can enhance leadership, talent development, and decision-making, and offers clear examples and practical steps for companies to adopt AI successfully and drive long-term growth. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: -How AI can break down organizational silos and create more integrated workflows. -Why CEOs need to rethink their business models to fully leverage AI. -The potential of AI to drive innovation and reshape leadership practices. -How AI can improve talent development and decision-making across functions. -Practical steps companies can take to successfully implement AI for long-term growth. 📢 Explore Galileo - Access world-class HR and Management Consulting at an incredible value with Josh Bersin's AI-powered platform. 👉 Visit: https://getgalileo.ai/ Timestamps: [00:00] - Teaser and introduction of Josh Bersin [02:16] - The current state of AI and its transformative potential [07:40] - Reengineering business models with AI for long-term growth [09:52] - Overcoming organizational silos with AI integration [14:17] - Galileo: The future of AI-powered advisory and research [19:55] - How AI can help CEOs rethink company culture and innovation [24:42] - Practical steps for CEOs to leverage AI for success [32:22] - Building a super manager mindset in an AI-driven company Follow Our Guest Josh Bersin: -LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bersin/ -Website: https://joshbersin.com/ -The Josh Bersin Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joshbersin/ -Galileo by the Josh Bersin Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/galileo-by-josh-bersin-company/ -University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business: https://www.linkedin.com/school/berkeley-haas/ Follow our Host Andrea Petrone on: -LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone -Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreapetrone_x/ Follow The World Class Leaders Show and Stay updated: -Subscribe to The World Class Leader Show: https://shorturl.at/E9WE7 -Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/dMRp6 -LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-world-class-leaders-show/ -Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com/podcast/ -Spotify: https://shorturl.at/DSHUl -Apple: https://shorturl.at/JZAmQ ⭐If you're leading a business or exploring AI adoption, this conversation with Josh Bersin offers valuable insights on how AI can transform organizations, improve efficiency, and drive long-term success in today’s fast-growing market.
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    38 mins
  • 225 - Crisis, Layoffs, and Reinvention: What Every CEO Can Learn from Dan Rosensweig

    225 - Crisis, Layoffs, and Reinvention: What Every CEO Can Learn from Dan Rosensweig
    Feb 5 2026
    We’re opening doors to WCL21. The first private and exclusive community for CEOs who want to grow their leadership, pressure-test decisions, and create meaningful connections with other peers in a trusted environment. 👉 Request your invitation: https://andreapetrone.com/wcl21 Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” 👉 Download - https://bit.ly/10-fool-proof-ceo-strategies __________________________________________ In this episode of The World Class Leaders Show, host Andrea Petrone is joined by Dan Rosensweig, CEO of Chegg Inc.. With a rich career spanning leadership roles at Yahoo, Dan shares his journey of reinvention in the face of challenges at Chegg Inc.. He discusses the importance of transparency, authenticity, and adaptability for CEOs, especially during times of crisis and transformation. Dan also highlights the evolving landscape of education and Chegg’s shift toward skilling, focusing on helping students become more employable in a rapidly changing world. Dan shares how CEOs must evolve their leadership style in response to changing times, focusing on authenticity, transparency, and the ability to lead through crises. He explains the challenges of leading in the tech industry, particularly when facing disruptions like AI and market shifts. Dan discusses the importance of clear communication with employees and stakeholders, especially during tough decisions like layoffs. He also highlights the need for CEOs to balance personal growth with company transformation, using real-world examples from his own career to illustrate key leadership lessons and strategies. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: - Why transparency and authenticity are crucial for CEOs, especially in times of crisis. - How leaders can evolve their approach to meet the demands of a rapidly changing market. - The importance of clear communication during difficult decisions like layoffs. - Why reinvention and adaptability are key to long-term business success. - How CEOs can balance personal growth with transforming their company’s future. Timestamps: [00:00] - Teaser & Introduction of Dan Rosensweig [02:24] - Why Dan returned as CEO of Chegg during challenging times [06:13] - What reinvention means for CEOs personally and professionally [12:20] - The challenges of leading in tech and balancing work with personal life [14:12] - Dan’s thoughts on leadership evolution and introspective work for CEOs [19:54] - The importance of consistency and clarity in CEO communication [24:06] - The impact of layoffs and transparent communication during difficult decisions [33:05] - The importance of empathy in leadership, especially during tough times [34:18] - Leadership and mental health: The personal impact of being a CEO [38:56] - Dan's vision for Chegg's future and the shift to skilling over homework help Follow Our Guest Dan Rosensweig: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrosensweig/ - Chegg Inc.: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chegg-inc-/ Follow our Host Andrea Petrone on: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone - Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreapetrone_x/ Follow The World Class Leaders Show and Stay updated: - Subscribe to The World Class Leader Show: https://shorturl.at/E9WE7 - Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/dMRp6 - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-world-class-leaders-show/ - Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com/podcast/ - Spotify: https://shorturl.at/DSHUl - Apple: https://shorturl.at/JZAmQ ⭐If you're leading a company or navigating change, this conversation with Dan Rosensweig provides valuable lessons on evolving as a CEO, staying authentic, and making tough decisions to drive long-term success in a fast-changing business landscape.
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    40 mins
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