About MindSpeaking podcast - by Gilbert Eijkelenboom
As a former professional poker player, you’ll find Gilbert Eijkelenboom wherever data and psychology meet. Gilbert spent his career in Data & Analytics and he’s passionate about it. But too often, people did not listen to his data insights. He saw other Data professionals have the same struggle. Therefore, he founded MindSpeaking, training and coaching 1,000+ Data Scientists & Analysts to communicate with business impact. In 2020, Gilbert published the bestselling book: People Skills for Analytical Thinkers.
Ep 37 - Alex Østergaard: How to Stop Overthinking and build Self-Trust
This is Alex Østergaard, coach and author of Dissolving Overthinking, who helps high achievers break free from overthinking, self-pressure, and the constant need to perform. His work focuses on uncovering the unconscious patterns that drive success on the outside—but create tension on the inside.
In this episode, we dig into:
Why high achievers often feel stuck despite doing everything right
How early success patterns turn into pressure later in life
The hidden cost of always performing, pleasing, and proving
Why awareness alone isn’t enough to change your patterns
And what it actually takes to feel aligned—not just successful
Let’s dive in.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/innerfreedomwithalex/Book: https://www.dissolvingoverthinking.com/ (https://www.dissolvingoverthinking.com/)
The MindSpeaking podcast is about the Human Side of Data. I invite thought leaders to share insights on data, communication, and personal development.
Highlight:
00:00:00 – Teaser
00:00:08 – Introducing Alex Østergaard
00:01:32 – What “overthinking” really is
00:02:41 – Where these patterns start
00:04:05 – Performing, pleasing, proving
00:05:38 – Why success can feel empty
00:07:12 – Being capable but disconnected
00:08:46 – The idea of being “over-adapted”
00:10:03 – Why awareness isn’t enough
00:11:27 – Control vs. self-trust
00:13:02 – Letting go of performance identity
00:14:36 – Emotional suppression and success
00:16:08 – Why change feels unsafe
00:17:42 – Recognizing your patterns in daily life
00:19:10 – From insight to real change
00:21:03 – Building a different relationship with yourself
00:23:18 – What alignment actually feels like
00:25:04 – Who this work is for
00:27:12 – First step: uncovering your pattern
00:29:30 – Final message
22 Apr 2026
Ep 36 - Achille Ettorre: How to Turn AI Into Real Business Impact
This is Achille Ettorre, a global keynote speaker and author of The Digital Advantage, who helps leaders move from AI confusion to real competitive advantage.
With experience across Fortune 500 companies and building large-scale analytics programs, he knows what actually makes AI work inside organizations and why most efforts fail.
In this episode, we dig into:
Why AI is not a technology problem—but a people and process problem
The biggest mistake leaders make when adopting AI
What leaders consistently underestimate about AI
Why human judgment and connection still matter
And how AI can create more freedom in both work and life
Let’s dive in.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/achille-ettorre/
Website: https://www.achilleettorre.com/ (https://www.achilleettorre.com/)
The MindSpeaking podcast is about the Human Side of Data. I invite thought leaders to share insights on data, communication, and personal development.
Highlights:
00:00:00 – Teaser
00:00:14 – Introducing Achille Ettorre
00:01:28 – Background in data and early experiences
00:02:27 – Mindset and continuous learning
00:03:55 – AI and its broader impact
00:04:42 – Using AI in daily life
00:05:22 – Parenting and skill development
00:06:08 – Career and personal life balance
00:07:47 – Ethics and responsibility in AI
00:09:09 – Preparing for what’s ahead
00:10:08 – Education and AI
00:11:23 – People, process, and technology
00:13:18 – Challenges in organizations
00:14:28 – Business vs. data perspectives
00:15:16 – Rapid-fire questions
00:15:57 – Common mistakes
00:16:31 – Skills for the future
00:16:51 – Misconceptions about AI
00:17:19 – Human vs. AI
00:17:34 – Explaining AI simply
00:18:06 – Defining balance
00:21:00 – Final takeaway
2 Sept 2025
Ep 35 - Rosanne Werner: From AI Hype to Real Business Impact in 39 Minutes
This is Rosanne Werner—she built a global data mindset program for 2,000+ people at Coca-Cola, helping teams make data a habit, not just a tool. With a background in finance, data, and behavioral science, she knows exactly why AI and analytics often fail to get adopted—and how to fix it.
In this episode, we dig into:
Why habits—not dashboards—drive a data-driven culture
How to reduce friction so people actually use data
The role of social learning in making AI tools stick
And why AI can support soft skills—but never replace human connection
Let’s dive in.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosanne-werner/The MindSpeaking podcast is about the Human Side of Data. I invite thought leaders to spread their insights about data, communication, and personal development.
00:01 – Introduction by Gilbert00:35 – Biggest leadership mistake in data00:37 – Lead by example drives adoption02:24 – Habit loop for AI change04:39 – Making tools easy to use05:56 – Resistance: trust and relevance08:02 – Storytelling to gain buy-i09:26 – Emotions drive decision-making11:11 – AI fails from unclear goals13:28 – Translating numbers into stories14:46 – Insights profile: blue & yellow17:50 – Tailoring message to audience18:57 – Tips for active listening21:16 – Reading body language in meetings23:24 – AI as sparring partner24:50 – Five C’s for future skills27:54 – AI takes on grunt work29:05 – Neuroscience for better learning30:24 – Power of group learning39:22 – Key takeaway
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