The podcast aims to delve into the dynamic intersection of employee career development, organisational culture, learning from failure, and innovative approaches to work. Each 30-minute episode features a SEB staff member and an external expert in a related field.
Leading Without Borders: Lessons on Trust, Culture and Calm Leadership
Leadership doesn't start with a title.
It starts with how you show up.
In this episode of Chats You Didn't Know You Needed, we explore what leadership really looks like early in your career, long before you have "manager" in your job description.
We're joined by Vladislava Bedrataja, Head of Equity Services at SEB, and Peder Zethelius, Service and Relationship Manager at BNP Paribas Securities Services. Together, they reflect on what it takes to lead when teams are distributed, stakes are high, and everything feels urgent.
Expect thoughtful insights on:
Building trust without formal authority
Leading across cultures and locations
Why calm leadership matters in moments of crisis
How everyday habits quietly shape team culture
Defining success beyond KPIs and quick wins
Whether you're starting out, leading your first project, or simply trying to understand how leadership really works, this episode is a reminder that the most important lessons often come from the chats you didn't know you needed.
15 Apr 2026
The World Behind the Data: Trust, Responsibility and Early Careers
Data management sounds technical.
But at its heart, it's about trust.
In this episode of Chats You Didn't Know You Needed, we step into the world behind the numbers, a space many people hear about but few truly understand.
Host Stefan Eng is joined by Öystein Graasvoll, who leads Data Management at SEB, and Sara Kopelman, former trainee in the Data Management team. Together, they unpack what Data Management really is, why it matters in a large bank, and what a career in this field can look like early on.
They talk about responsibility, decision‑making, and the human impact behind every data point. They also share honest reflections on learning, culture, and building trust from day one.
Expect clear insights on:
What Data Management actually means in practice
Why trusted data is critical for every decision
Skills that matter when starting out in data roles
The reality of being a trainee in Data Management
How to define success beyond KPIs
Whether you're curious about data, exploring career paths, or starting out in a large organisation, this episode offers a grounded look at a field that shapes far more than most people realise, and the chats you didn't know you needed.
10 Jul 2025
Learning in Tech - Keeping Up or Falling Behind
If you're not learning, you're falling behind.
In tech, that’s not just a cliché it’s reality.
In this episode of Chats You Didn’t Know You Needed, host Stefan Eng speaks with Jakob Kraft from Pluralsight, who works with strategic tech workforce transformation, and Johan Vieweg, SEB’s own Business Developer and AI Strategist. Both are deeply embedded in the constant cycle of learning, upskilling, and adapting.
They break down how to stay relevant in a rapidly shifting digital landscape whether you’re a developer, designer, data analyst, manager, or just trying to keep up.
Expect practical insights on:
AI-driven skills and their growing importance
Self-directed learning vs. company-led training
Microlearning and why it matters
How to build a mindset for continuous development
Whether you're in tech or working alongside it, this episode is your crash course in keeping up.
24 May 2025
Privacy Isn’t Boring – You’re Just Not Asking the Right Questions
Host Stephen interviews Michaela Bager Doslic from SEB and Adina Schildt Gillion from Meta, who reveal how organizations manage data privacy, navigate GDPR, and build user trust.
28 Apr 2025
Women in Tech: Progress or PR
In this episode of Chats You Didn’t Know You Needed, host Stefan Eng sits down with Petra Barkeby from SEB and Åsa Johnsen from the Women in Tech organization to explore the reality of women in the technology industry today.
Despite years of progress, women remain underrepresented in tech roles, leadership positions, and key decision-making spaces. Why is that? And more importantly, how can we drive real change?
This conversation goes beyond the statistics—what challenges do women in tech still face, what’s actually working in diversity efforts, and what can businesses, leaders, and individuals do to create a more inclusive industry? Whether you're working in tech, hiring tech talent, or just interested in innovation, this episode is for you.
17 Jun 2024
Feedforward is the new feedback
In this thought-provoking episode of "Chats You Didn't Know You Needed," we dive into the topic of feedback culture in the workplace. Our host, Martina, engages in a compelling conversation with two distinguished guests: Lina Mockaité, feedback expert and HR Business Partner at SEB, and Maja Wikström, psychologist and Director of Leadership & Organizational Development at Nobia.
Together, they discuss why giving and receiving feedback is often perceived as hard, how to get a grip on it and proceed with calm and confidence. You will also get to know about feed-forward - the “new and improved” feedback. The 30-minute episode will equip you with new and deepened knowledge about the importance of having a structured feedback culture in place at work, and how you can excel in this field and build even stronger and more meaningful relationships with the people around you.
This episode promises to be an enlightening journey into the field of feedback culture, offering valuable insights for both personal growth and professional development.
14 May 2024
United Fronts In Cyber Security
Join us in this compelling episode of Chats you didn’t know you needed, as our host Martina leads a discussion on the forefront of cybersecurity in the banking sector.
This episode features a unique panel of cybersecurity leaders: Kristoffer Sjöström, Chief Security Officer (CSO) at SEB; Petra Klein, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Swedbank; and Erik Blomberg, Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Handelsbanken.
They navigate through the complexities of protecting sensitive data against evolving cyber threats, balancing individual corporate strategies with the necessity for industry-wide collaboration. As they share experiences and best practices, the conversation shifts to future challenges and opportunities in the realm of cybersecurity.
15 Feb 2024
Unseen Biases - Are we all guilty?
In this thought-provoking episode of "Chats You Didn't Know You Needed," we delve into the subtle yet pervasive world of unseen biases.
Our host, Martina, engages in a compelling conversation with two distinguished guests: Sam Joukhadar, Global Head of Talent Acquisition at SEB, and Kajsa Asplund, Lead People Science at Alva Labs. Together, they explore the often-unnoticed biases that shape our society, workplaces, and personal interactions.
This 30-minute episode will not only uncover the hidden biases we all harbour but also discuss strategies to mitigate their impact in our professional and personal lives.
8 Jan 2024
Paving progress: How are companies steering diversity
In this episode we explore the crucial topics of diversity and sustainable finance and their impact on career development, company culture, and innovative approaches.
Meet Robert Vicsai, a Portfolio Manager at SEB Investment Management focused on Sustainable finance, and Elisabet Jamal Bergström, Head of Sustainability and Governance at SEB Investment Management.
8 Jan 2024
Unlocking Potential: Nurturing a Culture of Learning
In this episode our moderator, Martina, leads an engaging discussion on the importance of learning and development in the workplace. Meet Gabriela, a learning and development partner at SEB and Jonas, the head of leadership and change at Telia, a leading telecommunications company.
8 Jan 2024
Whats the Buzz? How are W.A.S.P. and SEBx Revolutionising Innovation?
In this episode we explore the dynamic synergy between SEBx and W.A.S.P., a major national initiative for strategically motivated basic research, education, and faculty recruitment. We unravel the untold stories, lessons learned, and innovative approaches shaping these organizations. Meet Anastasia Varava, the Deputy CEO of functions & VC at SEBx, and Johanna Björklund, Co-Founder and CTO at Adlede, as well as an Industrial PhD advisor at W.A.S.P.
8 Dec 2023
Cloud Technology: Will It Revolutionise the Future of Work?
In this episode, host Martina is joined by SEB's cloud experts, Victor and Fredrik Söderlund, to explore the transformative power of cloud technology in the workplace. They'll dive into how cloud tech is reshaping business operations, collaboration, and innovation, with real-life insights from SEB's experience. Expect a lively discussion on the benefits, challenges, and career impacts of cloud adoption. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on the future of work in the cloud era!
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