
Welcome to Anatomy of a Leader - a video podcast that shows you there are many faces of leadership, that perfection doesn’t and shouldn’t exist and that making mistakes (or taking detours) can often lead to deep insights about your superpowers. My name is Maria Hvorostovsky. I’m a headhunter and Founder of HVO Search. I help ambitious leaders hire the most hard to find, high potential C-Suite tale... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 183 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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Two heart surgeons looked at the same heart and gave me opposite advice. One said plan surgery. The other said wait.
At 42, in the best shape of my life, I was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse with severe regurgitation. And suddenly I had to ans... more
I never thought heart disease would be part of my story.
At 42, in the best shape of my life, I was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse and severe regurgitation. What started as a strange episode during a workout turned into months of fear, waitin... more
What happens when a kid who didn’t speak English and didn’t touch a computer until 15 goes on to lead some of the biggest AI and automation programmes in the world?
Meet Danilo McGarry — a global AI expert, automation pioneer and digital transforma... more
What happens when extreme ambition meets an unregulated nervous system?
In this episode of Anatomy of a Leader, Maria sits down with John Skelton — co-founder of cult concept store LN-CC, former buyer at Selfridges and Harrods, and founder of mental... more
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I love this podcast. Maria asks all her guests great questions - and her episodes really make me think and consider a new perspective - well worth a listen!
Great insights and relatable stories from every day leaders so you can learn from the journeys of others.
Because when you think something is not possible and then you learn how others have done it or gone around it, magic happens 💫
This is one of my favourite podcasts; it offers variety in terms of guests and content and the flow of conversation is just so natural. It’s hard to strike the right balance with podcasts - you don’t want rambling conversation but you also don’t want to interrogate your guests to find a golden nugget of an idea. Maria gets it right by asking discursive questions and sharing her own experiences; the combination makes for an addictive show.
Really great selection of guests with insightful, fascinating and differing perspectives on the world of work, leadership and life in general! Maria clearly has a passion for what she does and a curiosity about what makes people tick.
This is such a brilliant podcast. I recommend it to people all the time! I love the range of guests and they always have different and challenging perspectives - I learn something new every single time. Can’t wait for the new season 🤓
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This audio series presents conversations with a diverse range of guests, highlighting the multifaceted nature of leadership. Common themes include personal journeys and the lessons learned from successes and failures, with a pronounced focus on the emotional aspects of leadership, such as burnout, resilience, and transformation. Episodes feature leaders who share their experiences navigating challenges, moving from traditional employment to more flexible career paths, and the importance of diversity in leadership roles. Additionally, discussions touch on contemporary issues like the gig economy and gender equality in the workplace, offering valuable insights for aspiring and established leaders alike.
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