How is longevity science transforming businesses and employee well-being?

In this episode of Growth Hacking Culture (Swiss Made Edition), we sit down with Pierre-Edouard Sottas, Founder & CEO of xLongevity, to explore the future of longevity science, entrepreneurship, and business transformation in Switzerland.

Pierre-Edouard shares his journey from medtech innovation to leading xLongevity, a company committed to democratizing high-end rejuvenation techniques. We also discuss the challenges of scaling a purpose-driven company, maintaining company culture, and fostering employee well-being in today’s workplace.

✔ What inspired Pierre-Edouard Sottas to launch xLongevity ✔ How longevity science is impacting businesses and employee well-being ✔ The biggest challenges of leading a medtech and wellness-focused startup ✔ How company culture and values evolve as a business scales ✔ Strategies to motivate employees and maintain engagement long-term ✔ What sustainability means in the context of longevity and innovation ✔ xLongevity’s unique impact on the world in under two minutes

Longevity is not about adding years to life but adding life to years.

Pierre-Edouard Sottas is the Founder & CEO of xLongevity, dedicated to advancing rejuvenation science for accessible, high-end longevity solutions. He has also founded Biostarks and Biokaizen, two pioneering medtech companies. His career includes roles as Chief Scientific Officer & Director of Europe at CoreMedica Laboratories and Senior Advisor at the World Anti-Doping Agency. He holds a PhD in Computer Science & Life Sciences from EPFL and an MSc in Biology from Université de Lausanne.

Find out more about XLongevity: https://xlongevity.com/

Connect with Pierre-Edouard Sottas https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierre-edouard-sottas-a65986/

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Are your company’s leaders failing? Discover why traditional leadership development is broken—and how to fix it.

In this episode of Growth Hacking Culture, leadership expert Chris Trout exposes the flaws in outdated corporate leadership programs. With over 30 years of experience, including a prominent role at Disney, Chris shares practical strategies for unlearning ineffective leadership methods and building programs that actually develop successful leaders.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: ✔ The biggest mistakes companies make in leadership development ✔ Why we need to unlearn traditional leadership practices ✔ Lessons from Disney that can transform leadership in any industry ✔ How to use technology to scale leadership training effectively ✔ The difference between training leaders vs. regular employees ✔ What happens when companies fail to adapt their leadership programs ✔ Essential skills today’s leaders need that weren’t on the radar 5 years ago

Chris Trout, founder of Donlon, is a renowned leadership coach, speaker, and author who has helped organizations across technology, healthcare, and financial services to drive transformational change.

Wanting to reach out to Chris Trout?

His website https://donloninsights.com/

or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-trout-a39a433/

Let's face it, traditional leadership development programs are often more focused on ticking boxes than igniting transformation. They're like those infomercial products that promise to solve all your problems but end up gathering dust in the attic. Here are some of the biggest mistakes companies make, according to Chris:

• Treating Leadership Development as an Afterthought: Many companies fail to strategically integrate leadership development into their overall talent development efforts. It's like trying to bake a cake without a recipe; you might end up with something edible, but it won't be pretty.

• Static Content and Delivery: The world is changing at a dizzying pace, yet many leadership development programs are stuck in a time warp. They're like those old VHS tapes you find in your parents' basement – outdated and irrelevant.

• Ignoring the Human Experience: Traditional programs often prioritize knowledge over emotional intelligence and human connection. It's like trying to build a house without a foundation; it might look impressive, but it won't stand the test of time.

To truly develop effective leaders, we need to hit the reset button. We need to unlearn the outdated rules of traditional leadership development and embrace a new mindset that prioritizes human connection, emotional intelligence, and continuous learning.

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• How to Learn a New Culture (How Neuroscience Can Help
• Top 10 Qualities of Effective AI Leaders in the Tech Era

Are you a CEO or business leader struggling to innovate like a startup? In this insightful episode of Growth Hacking Culture, we welcome Vladimer Botsvadze, a top-ranked global thought leader in digital transformation and innovation, to tackle the critical question: Why do so many corporate innovation initiatives fail, and how can enterprises learn from startup agility?

Discover how to bridge the innovation gap and foster a culture of disruptive growth. Vladimer shares actionable strategies to transform your organization's approach to innovation.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Understanding the Innovation Disconnect:
  • Why 70% of corporate innovation projects fail and common misconceptions.
  • The stark differences in risk and failure mindsets between startups and established companies.
• Transforming Corporate Culture:
  • How rigid corporate processes stifle innovation and how to adapt them for agility.
  • Practical steps to cultivate a culture of experimentation and intrapreneurship.
  • How to build a culture of digital transformation.
• Future-Proofing Your Business:
  • Essential future skills your company needs to thrive in a rapidly changing market.
  • Expert advice for CEOs to drive transformative innovation and close the innovation gap.
• Vladimer Botsvadze's Expertise:
  • Learn from a #1 Global Marketing, Social Media, and Retail Thought Leader (Thinkers360, 2023).
  • Gain insights from 15+ years of experience working with Fortune 500 companies and startups.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Overcoming corporate innovation challenges.
• Building a culture of intrapreneurship and agile innovation.
• The importance of digital transformation strategy.
• Developing future skills for sustainable growth.
• Leadership strategies for closing the innovation gap.

Connect with Vladimer Botsvadze:

• LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladimerbotsvadze/
• His website https://www.vladimerbotsvadze.com/About
• Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vladimerbotsvadze/

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• 👍 Like this episode and subscribe to Growth Hacking Culture for more insights on innovation, digital transformation, and leadership -> Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7283793344915206144
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