In this episode, host Martin Wolf is joined by Monique Ruff-Bell, Chief Strategy & Program Officer at TED Conferences. The global platform that has inspired billions through the power of ideas.

Monique’s story is not about chasing opportunities. It is about setting clear intentions, doing the hard work, and letting purpose guide the path. With over 3 billion views worldwide, TED has become one of the most trusted global stages. A place where inspiration meets strategy.

But behind the red circle lies a deeper truth:

Real leadership starts long before the spotlight. Monique shares how intention has shaped every step of her journey, from corporate roles to leading one of the world’s most influential idea movements.

In this conversation, she opens up about:

– How setting clear intentions transforms your career trajectory

– Staying aligned with your “why” when the world is watching

– What it takes to lead authentically on a global stage

Tune in for a thoughtful and empowering exchange with a leader who proves that clarity, not chance, is what builds impact.

Monique Ruff-Bell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniqueruffbell/

TED Conferences: https://www.ted.com/

Visible Leader: https://visible-leader.com/

In this episode, host Martin Wolf is joined by Gregor Pflüger - Innovation Director at the Climate Lab Vienna and one of the most grounded voices when it comes to driving real transformation in the face of climate change.

Gregor leads a unique platform that brings together business, science, startups, and public institutions to accelerate solutions for a carbon-neutral future. With deep experience in innovation management and systems thinking, he and his team don’t just talk sustainability—they design the structures and collaborations that make it actionable.

But Gregor’s approach goes beyond green strategies or tech hype. He’s a strong advocate for purpose-driven leadership and believes that meaningful climate action starts with one core question: Why do you do what you do? His ability to hold space for uncomfortable conversations and still move things forward is part of what makes him a respected voice in Austria’s innovation ecosystem.

In this conversation, Gregor shares why your professional “Why” matters more than ever, how to empower complex networks of partners to act, and what it takes, on a personal level, to become part of the solution.

Tune into this candid, thoughtful, and deeply motivating conversation from someone who’s not just working on the climate crisis, but actively changing the system behind it.

Gregor Pflüger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorpflueger/

Climate Lab Vienna: https://climatelab.at/en/home/

Visible Leader: https://visible-leader.com/

In this episode, we’re joined by Stoyan Yankov – a global productivity coach, keynote speaker, and one of the most practical voices when it comes to building high-performing teams.

Stoyan has worked with over 550 teams across 35+ countries, helping them cut through the noise, clarify priorities, and actually get things done. He’s the co-author of two bestselling books, PERFORM: The Unsexy Truth about (Startup) Success and PERFORM in Times of Crisis, where he lays out a framework that goes way beyond hacks—think culture, clarity, and consistent execution.

But there’s more to Stoyan than strategy frameworks. He’s the host of Productivity Mastery, a podcast that’s now over 200 episodes strong, featuring voices from Netflix, Reebok, and beyond. And if you’ve ever seen him speak live—from TEDx stages to startup accelerators—you’ll know he brings relentless energy and genuine care to every interaction.

In this conversation, Stoyan shares how he went from film producer to productivity coach, why emotional clarity beats hustle every time, and how small changes—like a 20-minute planning ritual—can completely shift a team's trajectory.

Especially worth listening for: his approach to “clearing mental noise” and how tools he developed has helped hundreds of founders, managers and experts to refocus when things get overwhelming.

A practical, honest, and refreshingly human take on productivity - straight from someone who lives it every day.

Stoyan Yankov: https://dk.linkedin.com/in/stoyanyankov?trk=public_post_feed-actor-name

Visible Leader: https://visible-leader.com/