Transitioned from operations into leadership through learning and development
Recognized the importance of understanding how people learn and what motivates them
For Jake, family — particularly marriage and fatherhood — surpasses professional accomplishments.
He speaks about the evolving nature of relationships and the lifelong journey of bonding with his sons.
David Homan recounts his illness at age 12 and how he was often seen as the “sick kid.”
These early experiences of loneliness shaped his perspective on relationships and taught him to understand how others perceived him.
You cannot run away from who you are—authenticity matters in every environment.
Adaptability (AQ) is just as critical as IQ and emotional intelligence (EQ).
Anita reflects on the influence of people and relationships over titles and roles. While she began her career in academia, she observed that a significant percentage of life sciences PhDs eventually leave academia — a number that has risen from around 80% to nearly 94%.
Consulting became a bridge between science and coaching. In consulting, she saw senior partners model the role of trusted advisor, which resonated deeply with her. Later, exposure to executive coaching within the pharmaceutical industry became a defining turning point, guiding her toward her current path.
• The real purpose of advisory boards
• How CEOs can determine if they need one
An unexpected journey from engineer to consultant
Early interest in understanding the bigger picture and cross-functional issues
Learning through failure and navigating crises, including launching a stock market and managing a bank run
Emphasizing “inner work” over external achievements
Bronwyn defines futurism as analyzing the consequences of today’s decisions on tomorrow’s outcomes.
She explains that futurists are less about predicting fixed futures and more about exploring possibilities, perspectives, and long-term implications.
Why asking “why” matters
Learning lessons in hindsight and passing them on through coaching
