Emotional Business
Emotional Business is a podcast for founders, creators, and change-makers who believe there’s more to business than spreadsheets and strategy. Hosted by Olga Skipper, this show explores the often-overlooked emotional undercurrent of entrepreneurship—highlighting how gut instinct, heart-centered decisions, and so-called ”illogical” paths can lead to powerful and profitable ventures.Through candid conversations with a wide range of guests—from top executives and tech leaders to unconventional entrepreneurs—Olga dives deep into what it really takes to build a business that not only makes money but feels meaningful.Listeners will walk away with a deeper understanding of how to:- Embrace em...
Emotional Leadership, Diversity & Belonging with Konstantin Mihov
In this episode of Emotional Business, host Olga Skipper sits down with Konstantin Mihov — a seasoned executive known for navigating the dynamic intersections of technology, people, and organizational culture. Together, they unpack the urgent realities of leadership in a changing world and dive deep into questions most companies are quietly struggling with: how do […]
Leadership Unlearning, AI Impact & Human-Centered Culture with Marius Hepp Kemper
In this episode of Emotional Business, host Olga Skipper sits down with Marius Hepp Kemper—serial entrepreneur, CEO of Junto, and a leader deeply invested in the real complexities of organizational change. Having launched multiple ventures, navigated high-profile VC funding, and now bootstrapping a human-centric leadership development company, Marius brings a rare, candid perspective on what […]
Breaking the Inner Glass Ceiling: Leadership, Growth, and Authentic Power with Dorothea von Wichert-Nick
In this episode of Emotional Business, host Olga Skipper welcomes Dorothea von Wichert-Nick — CEO coach, former MD/COO, and a seasoned expert in helping leaders break through personal and professional growth barriers. Dorothea draws from decades of experience coaching founders and leading management teams, offering a profound look at what really holds ambitious entrepreneurs back […]
Leading Through AI: Power, Responsibility & Human Connection with Zamina Ahmad
In this episode of Emotional Business, host Olga Skipper sits down with Zamina Ahmad — CEO of Shades and Contrast, co-founder at ZAC, and a global thought leader on technology ethics, AI adoption, and the deeply human dimensions of innovation. As the world moves through the rapid shifts of the “AI era,” leaders are challenged […]
The Burnout Equation: Drama, Boundaries & Differentiated Leadership with Chris Bittinger
In this episode of Emotional Business, host Olga Skipper welcomes Chris Bittinger—executive coach, assistant professor of practice at Prudence University, president at Open Pivot, and a deep thinker on emotional dynamics at work. Together, they unpack some of the most urgent and nuanced challenges facing leaders and coaches in today’s tech-driven, always-on environment: burnout, emotional […]
Why Startups Fail at People: Lessons in Org Design, Culture, and Leadership by Inara Joanethis
In this episode of Emotional Business, host Olga Skipper welcomes Inara Joanethis—a seasoned people and HR leader dedicated to helping founders navigate the complex human landscape of startups, from “Lego brick” beginnings to organizational scale. With a career spanning FMCG, business services, and years deep in the VC/startup ecosystem, Inara Joanethis brings a practical and […]
