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Finding The Upside

Finding The Upside

著者： Maria DeLorenzis Reyes
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In business and in life there is always an upside…finding it is often the challenge. Having a mindset that looks for it and embraces problems as opportunities is the key to thriving. Successful business owners LOVE disruption. But the MOST successful look for it. It's what keeps their business on the cutting edge and able to adapt to any circumstance. This podcast will feature discussions with business owners, leaders and everyday inspiring people sharing how they have grown their companies and changed their lives by approaching changing conditions with optimism, opportunity and innovation.Maria DeLorenzis Reyes マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 経済学
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  • #193: Ideas Worth Doing: Leading with Curiosity with Waleed Khalid

    #193: Ideas Worth Doing: Leading with Curiosity with Waleed Khalid
    2026/08/04
    One of my favorite parts of hosting Finding the Upside is introducing you to people who are creating meaningful impact in the world. In this episode, I sit down with my friend and colleague, Waleed Khalid, Founder and CEO of Oxford Talks, to explore what it really means to lead with purpose, curiosity and service.I've had the privilege of working alongside Waleed at Oxford University, Harvard University, and soon at the World Economic Forum in Davos. What I've always admired about him is that he doesn't just create stages for great speakers—he creates opportunities for ideas to grow into something much bigger. Our conversation goes far beyond public speaking. We talk about leadership, storytelling, innovation, kindness in business, and why the most meaningful success comes from investing in people rather than chasing transactions.Throughout our conversation, we reflect on the importance of staying curious, building genuine relationships, and leading from a place of service instead of status. Waleed shares the lessons he learned from building Oxford Talks, the unexpected setbacks that ultimately became turning points, and why every great idea begins with understanding the people you're trying to serve.This episode is a reminder that the most powerful ideas don't simply inspire us in the moment—they create lasting connections, open unexpected doors, and challenge us to think differently about the way we lead, communicate, and live. I hope our conversation encourages you to stay curious, embrace the unexpected, and remember that sometimes the greatest upside comes from the opportunities you never saw coming.Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…[1:20] From TED to Oxford Talks: Building a Platform for Ideas That Matter[8:31] Why Kindness Is a Competitive Advantage in Business[20:36] What Makes a Great Speaker Truly Memorable[28:34] Why Stories Connect More Than Information[35:10] Leadership Is Service, Not Status[42:55] Curiosity: The Leadership Skill We Need Most[1:07:20] Finding the Upside in Unexpected Setbacks Episode Show Notes Waleed Khalid | InstagramWaleed Khalid | LinkedInWaleed Khalid | WebsiteMaria DeLorenzis Reyes | Instagram Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | Facebook⁠ Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | LinkedIn Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | WebsiteMaria DeLorenzis Reyes | YoutubeIf you’re ready to dive deeper and level up your learning beyond the Finding the Upside episodes, sign up for the Business Leaders Hub! Get access to exclusive content, resources and tools, and a community built to help you accelerate to the next level. It’s all waiting for you HERE.Want to scale your business to the next level? GET SCORED NOW My Scale Factor Formula™ Scorecard takes just 5 minutes and will give you a custom scorecard for your business. Get your Business Scale Ready Score HERE. What kind of leader are you? Unlock your leadership potential with The Rebel Leader Assessment! Take the Leadership Skills Quiz HERE! Thanks for tuning into Finding The Upside! If you enjoy listening to our podcast, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a rating and review HERE. Your feedback is important to us and will help us improve our content and reach more listeners like you. Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us @themariadr so we can thank you personally!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the Finding The Upside podcast! Don’t miss out on future interviews with special guests plus bonus episodes! Follow now! Never miss a show…get the goods delivered directly to your inbox! CLICK HERE and find “Email Me New Episodes” at the Bottom of the page.
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  • #192: Outrage Is Not Leadership: Why Real Leaders Build Instead of React

    #192: Outrage Is Not Leadership: Why Real Leaders Build Instead of React
    2026/07/28

    It seems like everywhere I turn, someone is angry. Social media rewards it. News cycles amplify it. And before we know it, we're reacting instead of responding. But is outrage actually creating the change we hope for—or is it keeping us stuck?

    In this episode of Finding the Upside, and as part of the series “Leading Through The Noise”, I explore why outrage and leadership are not the same thing. Drawing on what I'm seeing in today's culture, and what I've learned through years of working with leaders and organizations—I share why emotional intensity has become the norm and why the leaders who make the greatest impact choose steadiness over spectacle.

    This isn't about staying silent or avoiding difficult conversations. It's about leading with intention, creating solutions instead of simply criticizing problems, and recognizing that lasting change requires more than emotion, it requires purpose, courage, and action.

    Whether you're leading an organization, a team, your family, or simply yourself, I hope this conversation challenges you to think differently about the energy you bring into the world. Because the future won't be built by those who react the loudest. It will be built by those who stay committed to creating something better.


    Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…

    • [0:31] Why Everybody Is Angry

    • [5:01] WHY Leadership is Becoming Harder

    • [7:52] How Do We Move Forward?

    • [12:33] Every Day We’re Deciding THIS

    • [13:28] Leadership Helps Build What’s Next

    Episode Show Notes

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    If you’re ready to dive deeper and level up your learning beyond the Finding the Upside episodes, sign up for the Business Leaders Hub! Get access to exclusive content, resources and tools, and a community built to help you accelerate to the next level. It’s all waiting for you HERE.

    Want to scale your business to the next level? GET SCORED NOW My Scale Factor Formula™ Scorecard takes just 5 minutes and will give you a custom scorecard for your business. Get your Business Scale Ready Score HERE.

    What kind of leader are you? Unlock your leadership potential with The Rebel Leader Assessment! Take the Leadership Skills Quiz HERE!

    Thanks for tuning into Finding The Upside! If you enjoy listening to our podcast, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a rating and review HERE. Your feedback is important to us and will help us improve our content and reach more listeners like you. Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us @themariadr so we can thank you personally!

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the Finding The Upside podcast! Don’t miss out on future interviews with special guests plus bonus episodes! Follow now!

    Never miss a show…get the goods delivered directly to your inbox! CLICK HERE and find “Email Me New Episodes” at the Bottom of the page.

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    16 分
  • #191: The Emotional Cost of Survival Mode

    #191: The Emotional Cost of Survival Mode
    2026/07/21
    We're living in a time when many people are carrying more than they realize. The pressure to keep going, stay productive, and push through has become so normalized that exhaustion often feels like a way of life.In this shorty episode of Finding the Upside, I explore the hidden impact of living in survival mode and why so many people are feeling depleted, even when they're doing all the "right" things. I share my thoughts on how this is a warning sign for us and leaders - we are not ok…and your people are not ok. Uncertainty, resilience, and the emotional weight that often goes unseen in our workplaces, our relationships, and our daily lives -- those are real issues that need to be considered not just by us, but by the people leading teams as well.This conversation is a reminder that what you're feeling may not be a personal failing—it is likely a reflection of the environment you're navigating. And recognizing that can change everything.The upside? Awareness creates choice, and sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is give ourselves—and others—the grace to breathe. Take a moment to listen to this one…Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…[1:23 ] People are WORRIED[2:58]Operating in Survival Mode Changes How People Show Up[4:26] Resilience Without Recovery Becomes THIS[6:35] We Need To Stop Treating Ourselves Like MachinesEpisode Show Notes Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | Instagram Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | Facebook⁠ Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | LinkedIn Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | WebsiteMaria DeLorenzis Reyes | YoutubeIf you’re ready to dive deeper and level up your learning beyond the Finding the Upside episodes, sign up for the Business Leaders Hub! Get access to exclusive content, resources and tools, and a community built to help you accelerate to the next level. It’s all waiting for you HERE.Want to scale your business to the next level? GET SCORED NOW My Scale Factor Formula™ Scorecard takes just 5 minutes and will give you a custom scorecard for your business. Get your Business Scale Ready Score HERE. What kind of leader are you? Unlock your leadership potential with The Rebel Leader Assessment! Take the Leadership Skills Quiz HERE! Thanks for tuning into Finding The Upside! If you enjoy listening to our podcast, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a rating and review HERE. Your feedback is important to us and will help us improve our content and reach more listeners like you. Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us @themariadr so we can thank you personally!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the Finding The Upside podcast! Don’t miss out on future interviews with special guests plus bonus episodes! Follow now! Never miss a show…get the goods delivered directly to your inbox! CLICK HERE and find “Email Me New Episodes” at the Bottom of the page.
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    10 分
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