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"Balance is not something you find; it is something you create." – Jana Kingsford

We live in a time when “work/life balance” has become a tired cliché, a phrase so overused it almost mocks us in a world where the lines between work and life have dissolved. Leaders are left asking: Is balance even possible anymore? Perhaps the problem isn’t that balance is out of reach, but that we’ve been searching for the wrong kind of balance. What if the key isn’t work/life balance at all, but something I call…

Uncertainty is not a barrier, but a profound catalyst for growth and self-discovery. This episode features Melanie Marshall, an accomplished speaker, coach, and filmmaker, who brings over two decades of experience reporting from war zones and natural disasters for BBC News. Melanie shares her extraordinary journey, from chasing childhood dreams of travel to navigating intense, high-stakes environments. She candidly reveals how she consistently found hope and optimism amidst chaos, developing a…

“Design is the visible soul of intention.”

Look closely. This isn’t just a greenhouse, it’s a living metaphor. This stunning image comes from the Bombay Sapphire Distillery, where architect Thomas Heatherwick designed these botanical glasshouses as a celebration of transparency, creativity, and integration. It’s a place where nature, industry, and artistry are not separated but intertwined. What strikes me most is how this space invites flow. The curves aren’t just aesthetic; they evoke movement,…

Stand out anywhere you go and let others see you by setting an unforgettable presence at all times. Corporate keynote speaker Lorraine Lee is here to share how you can do this and create a lasting impact to the people around you. Joining Tony Martignetti, she looks back on her inspiring journey from traditional journalism to corporate to explain what it takes to make yourself unforgettable through genuine interactions and authenticity. Lorraine also talks about the power of creating your very …

“We are all driven by reward systems.”

I was recently reminded about the power of reward systems in a Campfire conversation with Rich Sheridan, founder of Menlo Innovations. Rich shared how most organizations are often unconsciously designed around deeply embedded reward structures. Whether it's the adrenaline rush of checking off tasks, the dopamine hit of inbox zero, or the quiet pride of being seen as the one who "always comes through," these systems are constantly shaping our behavior, attent…

Real change can only happen in workplaces if people speak up and intervene whenever something bad is going on. This is the core attitude embraced by Mita Mallick, best-selling author and corporate changemaker. In this conversation with Tony Martignetti, she shares how growing up with racial hate and stereotypes shaped her into a courageous and resilient woman who stands up to all forms of wrongdoings, inequality, and disrespect. Mita also talks about her journey to becoming an author who write…

A few years ago, I walked into a strategy session with a leadership team convinced I had the perfect solution to their challenge. I had done the prep work, analyzed the data, and mapped the outcomes. My confidence was unshakable. Within twenty minutes, I realized I had it completely wrong.

The “obvious” problem I was there to solve wasn’t their real problem at all. The real issue — the one no one had named — was that the leaders didn’t trust each other enough to have honest conversations. My bril…

What does it take to stay ambitious without burning out? In this warm and insightful conversation, Kathy Oneto—author of Sustainable Ambition and host of the podcast of the same name—joins Tony Martignetti to explore the flashpoints that shaped her journey and her philosophy. From swimming the length of a pool as a kid to working in high-powered roles in New York, Kathy shares how her curiosity, courage, and conscious risk-taking led her to redefine success on her own terms. Together, they div…

"Beauty awakens the soul to act." — Dante Alighieri

This image captures the Bethesda Terrace Arcade in New York’s Central Park, where architecture, light, and quietude converge in a subtle kind of majesty. Notice the intricate tiled ceiling, painstakingly designed and restored over time. It wasn't built in a rush; it was brought into being. What makes it so resonant isn't just the ornate beauty; it’s the space it creates for pause. A quiet threshold between the bustle of the city above and the ca…

“I can trace my life in guitar riffs and bass lines.”

There was a season of classic-rock discovery – The Police, Led Zeppelin, Hendrix, The Grateful Dead – when every solo felt like a rite of passage. Then came a hard-rock adolescence powered by AC/DC, Metallica, and Guns N’ Roses, amps cranked to eleven and rebellion echoing off the walls. Two decades later, my soundtrack widened: reggae’s heartbeat, instrumental hip-hop’s swing, the polyrhythms of African jazz, the velvet textures of neo-soul.

I…