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- 2023
- First episode
About Team Up with Beata
Team Up with Beata brings you candid, practical conversations at the intersection of humans and AI. So you can collaborate better, lead with empathy, and feel hopeful about what’s next. Hosted by Beata Padlo, a seasoned product team and organizational coach, creative facilitator and curious human being. Each episode explores real-world stories, mindsets, and simple practices you can use right away. Season 2 is in the making! Follow now to get new episodes the moment they drop and start teaming up with AI in a way that feels authentic, valuable, and human.
- Publisher
- Beata Padlo
- Category
- business
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 4 Oct 2023
- Latest episode
- 8 Jun 2026
Latest episodes
16 episodes in the feed.
8 Jun 2026
Leadership Is Brand Made Human: Heart-Led Leadership in the Age of AI with Aleksandra Mandic Killy
If you're navigating leadership in a world where AI is moving fast but human connection feels more important than ever, this episode is for you. We talk about what it really means to lead with heart, and why the so-called soft skills are actually the most strategic ones you can develop right now. In this conversation, we explore: Why leadership is brand made human, and what that means in practice How heart-led leadership and Jan Carlzon's philosophy apply to today's AI-driven organisations What heartful communication teaches us about listening, empathy, and collaboration The role of trust, courage, and ethics as AI commoditises knowledge How design sprints and co-creation drive real innovation without losing the human element What cross-cultural leadership looks like across Paris, Stockholm, and beyond Why being fiercely optimistic is not naive, it is a leadership choice About today's guest:Aleksandra Mandic Killy is a global brand strategist, innovation consultant, and leadership facilitator whose career spans international corporations, entrepreneurship, and leadership education. She has worked across cultures and sectors to help organisations build brands, teams, and decision-making cultures rooted in clarity, trust, and human insight. She is also a certified Heartful Communication facilitator and co-developer of the heart-led leadership programme based on Jan Carlzon's work. Aleksandra brings a sharp perspective on leadership in AI times, where technology scales fast but judgment, courage, and collaboration matter more than ever. LET'S CONNECT 🤗 Follow Beata:https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo) https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata) https://beatapadlo.com (https://beatapadlo.com) Follow Aleksandra:https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandramandickilly (https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandramandickilly)
24 Mar 2026
You’re a New Manager. Now What? Lessons from 30 Years of Leadership with Tineke Gramenius
If you’re stepping into leadership for the first time, supporting new managers, or trying to build trust in your team during times of change, this episode is for you.We talk about leadership that feels human, practical, and grounded in real experience.In this conversation, we explore:- What it really takes to become a trusted and effective leader- Supporting new and often young managers as they grow into responsibility- Navigating change and building resilient teams- Leading across cultures with curiosity and awareness- How leadership is evolving in a world increasingly shaped by AIAbout today’s guest:Tineke Gramenious is a leadership advisor and author with more than 30 years of experience in customer service, support, and leadership. She spent nearly two decades at Microsoft before continuing her work as a consultant, interim leader, and mentor to emerging managers. Her new book focuses on helping the next generation of leaders grow with confidence, clarity, and practical tools.LET'S CONNECT 🤗Follow Beata: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata https://beatapadlo.com Follow Tineke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinekegramenius https://tinekegramenius.se
17 Jan 2026
When Losing Your Job Becomes a Turning Point with Martijn Koekkoek
If you’ve ever felt awkward at networking events, struggled to build meaningful connections, or wondered how to meet the right people without pretending to be someone you’re not, this episode is for you. This episode is especially helpful for fellow expats. We talk about networking that feels human, inclusive, and actually works. In this conversation, we explore: Why sharing your passion is the best icebreaker at events How expats and internationals experience networking differently Designing networking events that include introverts, not just the confident few Building real connections in a world shaped by AI About today’s guest: Martijn Koekkoek is the founder of Everybody Networks Here, an international networking platform that fosters connections among expats and internationals. Creating inclusive events across Europe. His work focuses on making networking simple, structured, and human so everyone has access to real opportunities. LET'S CONNECT 🤗 Follow Beata:https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo) https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata) Website: https://beatapadlo.com (https://beatapadlo.com) Follow Martijn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martijnkoekkoek1 https://www.linkedin.com/company/everybody-networks-here https://www.instagram.com/everybodynetworkshere Website: https://www.everybodynetworkshere.com (https://abundanceflow.pt)
18 Dec 2025
When Asking for Help Becomes an Act of Leadership with Rafael Rafa Ribeiro
If you’ve ever felt the weight of leading alone, struggled to ask for help, or wondered how to stay human in an ever-changing tech world, this episode is for you. We talk about vulnerability, leadership, and finding clarity in uncertain times. In this conversation, we explore: Why asking for help can be an act of leadership Vulnerability and authenticity at work The masks we wear, and how they shape our relationships Staying human in tech and AI-driven environments ⚠️ This episode touches on sensitive topics, including suicide. Support resources are available in the notes below. About today’s guest: Rafael Rafa Ribeiro is a tech leader, agile trainer, and coach with over 25 years of experience across software development, leadership, and human development. Based in Lisbon, he blends technology, psychology, coaching, and immersive surfing experiences to help leaders show up with clarity and authenticity. LET'S CONNECT 🤗 Listen to the podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Nr3gZ6WDUV6Sq93LljHVu (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Nr3gZ6WDUV6Sq93LljHVu)Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/se/podcast/team-up-with-beata/id1710385188** (https://podcasts.apple.com/se/podcast/team-up-with-beata/id1710385188**) Follow Beata:https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo) https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata) Website: https://beatapadlo.com (https://beatapadlo.com) Follow Rafael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafadasilvarib (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafadasilvarib/) https://www.instagram.com/rafadasilvarib (https://www.instagram.com/rafadasilvarib/) Website: https://abundanceflow.pt (https://abundanceflow.pt) ⭐ If you enjoyed this episode ⭐Please like the video, leave a comment, and subscribe for more conversations about humans, AI, and the future of collaboration. ⚠️ Support resources: If you or someone you know is struggling: 🌍 Find local crisis helplines worldwide: https://findahelpline.com (https://findahelpline.com) 🇺🇸 U.S. & 🇨🇦 Canada: Call or text 988 🇬🇧 UK & 🇮🇪 ROI: Samaritans 116 123 🇸🇪 Sweden: Mind Självmordslinjen 90101 or chat online 🇵🇹 Portugal: SNS 24 Psychological Support Line 808 24 24 24 (24/7) If you’re in immediate danger, please contact local emergency services.
30 Nov 2025
How to Reinvent Yourself and Build a Career Abroad in a World Run by AI with Ulrike Schulz
If you’ve ever wanted to start over, move abroad, change careers, or show up more authentically online, this episode is for you. We talk about how to grow as a person and stay human in a world increasingly shaped by AI. In this conversation, we explore: - How moving to a new country can transform your career - The mindset shifts that create real opportunities, anywhere - How to stay authentic when everything feels automated - Building confidence and community from scratch - Creating content that feels human in the age of AI About today’s guest: Ulrike Schulz is a “Content Therapist” and founder of Visible[Focus], helping creators and founders show up with clarity and confidence. She blends strategy, psychology, and storytelling to make content feel human rather than overwhelming. Follow Beata: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata) Website: https://beatapadlo.com (https://beatapadlo.com) Follow Ulrike: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LivingSwedish (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCEfti41_KwGu04lhF2v-dJA) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulischulz (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulischulz) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingswedish_uli (https://www.instagram.com/livingswedish_uli) ⭐ If you enjoyed this episode ⭐ Please give us five stars, leave a comment, and subscribe for more conversations about humans, AI, and the future of collaboration.
27 Nov 2025
Introducing Season 2: Humans, AI & Everything In Between
Welcome back to 'Team Up with Beata' where we explore the intersection of humans and AI. Subscribe now and join the conversation on redefining collaboration in the age of AI. Feel free to follow me on: linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo Instagram @padlo_beata Or if you want to visit my website: beatapadlo.com
29 Feb 2024
The Power of Team Collaboration with Kathryn Criston
In this episode, you will hear about: - Effective team collaboration and communication - Importance of a team goal - Bridging cultural backgrounds in team collaboration - Sociocracy 3.0 - Agile Coaching Connect Kathryn Criston: - Agile with S3 Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/be/podcast/agile-with-s3/id1705664006) - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-criston-briskina-77415417a/) Follow Beata: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo)
17 Jan 2024
The Magical Effect Coaching Can Have on You with Ramez Hanna
Today, you will hear all about what coaching is, how to get a coach, how to prepare for a coaching program, where you can find the right coach for you and much more. Ramez Hanna is a senior engineering leader and leadership coach who enjoys driving business results. He is an avid advocate for servant leadership, too! He has worked in many companies as an Engineering Manager, as a head of engineering, and later as director of engineering. Through that exposure to people in different levels of organizations, he spotted the need for coaching, not only for other managers but starting with himself. He then became trained in a method called integral coaching and helped people grow within tech and, more recently, outside tech too. Mentioned in this episode: The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier (MBS) https://www.mbs.works/coaching-habit-book (https://www.mbs.works/coaching-habit-book) Connect with Ramez Hanna LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramezhanna (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramezhanna) Book your first coaching session: https://circleofgrowth.net (https://circleofgrowth.net) Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata)
3 Jan 2024
Making an Impact in Tech by Building Your Personal Brand with Yota Trom
This year, it’s time to change, it's time to shift the way we think of work and our careers and start investing in sharing our story and what we have learned to make a positive impact not only on ourselves but also on those around us and our environment. How do you make an impact in tech by creating your personal brand? In this episode, Beata Padlo talks with Yota Trom. Yota Trom is a software engineer-turned-coach, and the founder of Together in tech, a tech community with over 6000 members. She has worked in tech for over 15 years, leading teams at Amazon and Yahoo before getting her MSc in Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching. Her pioneering research and resultant publications explore the intersection of coaching and positive psychology. As a UN Women UK Delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, Yota is a powerful advocate for gender diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. Her mission to help people in tech unlock their inner confidence and become inspiring leaders has brought her to work with some of Europe's biggest tech companies, including Sky, Booking.com, Delivery Hero, Amazon, and Google. Yota holds an advisory role to the board of UCL School of Management, contributing her expertise to further education and leadership development. In this episode, you will hear about: How you can start building your personal brand with a few super easy steps? How to shift your mindset and start making an impact? How you can position yourself to be top of the mind for potential employers, whether you are actively looking for new opportunities or not? Mentioned in this episode: Bootcamp - https://www.togetherintech.org/imposter-syndrome-bootcamp (https://www.togetherintech.org/imposter-syndrome-bootcamp) Together in Tech Community - https://www.togetherintech.org (https://www.togetherintech.org) Connect with Yota Trom LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yotatrom (https://www.linkedin.com/in/yotatrom/) Learn more here - https://www.yotatrom.com (https://www.yotatrom.com/) Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo)
6 Dec 2023
Loneliness Epidemic, Friendships and Mental Health in Times of Layoffs and Burnout with Gitte Klitgaard
How can we feel closer to one another and less lonely? What can we do to start small, make mistakes and be human? Gitte Klitgaard is an agile coach, trainer, advisor and mentor focusing on helping organizations implement psychological safety, responsibility, and accountability. She does this by working with teams and individuals. Among many other things she is coaching, advising, and mentoring managers and other leaders. Gitte is authentic, she will cut to the chase, and help people become themselves thereby reaching success. Her community contributions include organizing coach camps, and speaking at conferences, where she highlights and makes topics like mental health and psycholological safety accessible. She creates safe and respectful environments at work and outside. She listens to and engages the more silent voices and minority groups. So far she has keynoted on three continents and recently she contributed a chapter on team safety in The Art of Agile Development 2. edition. In her spare time, Gitte collects LEGO and Yodas and keeps in touch with friends from all over the globe including some, she considers her second family. Gitte is owner of Native Wired and has lead change at companies like IBM, LEGO, and Spotify. Mentioned in this episode: Neil Gaiman - https://bsky.app/profile/neilhimself.neilgaiman.com (https://bsky.app/profile/neilhimself.neilgaiman.com) Interview with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ia6Di_ytiSE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ia6Di_ytiSE) Blue Zones book by Dan Buettner - https://www.bluezones.com/books/ (https://www.bluezones.com/books/) Blue Zones on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/se-en/title/81214929 (https://www.netflix.com/se-en/title/81214929) Seth Godin’s blog -https://seths.blog/ (https://seths.blog/) Connect with Gitte Klitgaard LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gitteklitgaard/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gitteklitgaard/) Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo)
29 Nov 2023
How to Jump on the AI Train, Work with it Ethically and Improve Your Team's Performance with Rocío Bachmaier
Why is using AI responsibly the only way forward? In this episode, Beata Padlo talks with Rocio Bachmaier. Rocío Bachmaier, is a purpose-driven CEO of Atlan Insights AI consulting, envisions a future where artificial intelligence paves the way for profound change in businesses and society. Drawing from her diverse background in management consulting and technology leadership, Rocío has consistently channeled her dedication towards growth, efficiency, and innovation. With a remarkable blend of strategic insight and hands-on experience, she has made her mark in the e-commerce and banking industries, leading pivotal projects and transformative solutions to deliver high-impact business value. In addition to her professional achievements, Rocío is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech and AI fields. As an active contributor to the Women in AI do-tank in Sweden, she empowers the next generation of leaders by promoting female representation and support within the AI sphere. In this episode, you will hear about: What do the AI Revolution and the Industrial Revolution have in common? How do you navigate all of the new tools and technologies? Why should we care about ethically feeding AI with the right data? How do you introduce AI tools in your team and organization? What are the risks of using AI technology? and… OpenAI updates and what has happened in that organization recently. Mentioned in this episode: Women in AI - https://www.womeninai.co (https://www.womeninai.co) Women in AI Sweden - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/women-in-ai-sweden/ (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/women-in-ai-sweden/) Some of the tools we talked about: ChatGPT - https://chat.openai.com/ (https://chat.openai.com/) Bard - https://bard.google.com/ (https://bard.google.com/) Fireflies - https://fireflies.ai (https://fireflies.ai) Connect with Rocio Bachmaier LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rociobachmaier/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rociobachmaier/) Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo) Learn more about the podcast here: https://beatapadlo.com/podcast (https://beatapadlo.com/podcast/)
8 Nov 2023
Unleashing the Power of Communities and Mentorship with Dominika Bula
Have you ever wondered how to step up your career game through communities and effective mentorship? In this episode, Beata Padlo has a conversation with Dominika Bula. Dominika Bula is a ProKanban Professional Trainer and PM Institute Certified Agile Practitioner focused on continuous improvement, lean change management, and training for large distributed product development. She works at SAP as an Agile Coach, previously at Oracle NetSuite (where she was a member of Oracle Women’s Leadership organization) and Red Hat. In addition to that, she writes and speaks on a variety of topics, primarily focused on her real-world experiences applying Agile Methodology. She is also part of the organizational team for Women in Agile Europe. In this episode, you will hear about: Why joining a community will generate a positive domino effect in your life? How do you navigate moving around not only organizations but also countries and cultures? How do we overcome impostor syndrome? Why is mentoring not only for the mentee? How do both sides grow together? Listen in as she walks us through her inspiring journey! Mentioned in this episode: Women in Agile - https://womeninagile.org (https://womeninagile.org) Women in Agile Conference in Eindhoven - 14 November 2023 - https://womeninagile.eu (https://womeninagile.eu) ProKanban - https://prokanban.org (https://prokanban.org) Connect with Dominika Bula LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominikabulaagilecoach (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominikabulaagilecoach) Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata (https://www.instagram.com/padlo_beata) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatapadlo) Learn more: https://beatapadlo.com/podcast/ep4 (https://beatapadlo.com/podcast/ep4)
1 Nov 2023
Simple Strategies to Prevent Conflict and Boost Productivity in Your Team
Have you ever had disagreements in your team? Did you know they don’t have to end in a conflict resolution stage? In this episode, you will hear about: What is the difference between constructive and destructive conflict? How can you manage your emotions during a disagreement? What happens in your brain during conflict? What are the ways you can use to prevent destructive conflict in your team? Lastly, you get tools that will help you on your journey. For show notes; visit: beatapadlo.com/podcast/ep3
18 Oct 2023
Become Product Manager of Your Own Life with Milos Belcevic
Did you know that you can product manage your own life? Our guest in this episode is Milos Belcevic, whose latest book: Build Your Way: Applying Product Management to Life, is packed with tools that help you with that. In this episode, you will hear about: Why awareness is the key to success? How to manage the stakeholders in your life? What can you do to accomplish any goal or dream fast? Lastly, you get a few exercises that can help you to get started. For show notes, visit: beatapadlo.com/podcast/ep2 (https://beatapadlo.com/podcast/ep2)
11 Oct 2023
What to Do to Get Your Team to Trust You
Let me share a story of a team I once joined as a tester…. In this episode, you will hear about: Why is trust a vital ingredient in your team? How to be a role model for your team and start gaining trust? What has to happen for team members and people in general to trust each other? Lastly, you get tools that will help you on your trust journey. For show notes; visit: beatapadlo.com/podcast/ep1 (https://beatapadlo.com/podcast/ep1)
4 Oct 2023
Coming Soon - Team Up with Beata
Beata Padlo spent over the last 10 years coaching teams and organizations. Team Up with Beata is a podcast about the teams of the future and the right ingredients for that pivot. This podcast will make you believe in teamwork again. It explores the practical aspects of team dynamics, inspires you to create a drama-free workplace, and helps you foster a culture of happiness and growth. It explores many aspects of starting, being, and growing a high-performing team that is agile in technology and beyond.
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