What’s the secret sauce to being a great leader in today’s world?

On this episode of Timeless Teachings, I sit down with Sascha Menesi, a global leader whose journey spans continents and industries. From his roots in Croatia to a thriving career in the U.S., Sascha’s path is a masterclass in adapting, leading, and thriving across cultures.

We dive into the nuances of leadership—what makes it conscious, empathetic, and transformative. Whether you're leading a team, a business, or just aiming to lead yourself better, Sascha’s insights will inspire you to step up your game.

Tune in to uncover the mindset and strategies behind impactful leadership!

IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) What does winning a green card have to do with leadership?
(02:00) From Croatia to Germany: A journey that shaped a leader.
(06:00) How global travel rewires your leadership mindset.
(09:00) What leaders get wrong about working across cultures.
(12:00) Empathy decoded: The secret sauce of great leadership.
(16:00) Micromanagement vs. trust: The battle every leader faces.
(20:00) Are leaders born—or made through life's challenges?
(25:00) Why your childhood shapes the leader you become.
(27:00) The one week that transforms a new hire's success.
(29:00) Sascha’s golden rule for authentic leadership.

Sascha Menesi

Sascha Menesi, a global leadership enthusiast, entrepreneur, and author of "Leading the Way: Unleashing Your Leadership Potential." Over the past 35 years, he had the privilege of working in both corporate and entrepreneurial spaces, helping individuals and organizations unlock their true potential.

Born in Croatia and raised in Germany, he has spent his life exploring and working in incredible places like Dubai, Qatar, Hong Kong, and Switzerland before making the United States his home. These experiences shaped his understanding of leadership and taught him how to connect with people across different cultures and backgrounds.

Connect with Sascha at https://www.linkedin.com/in/saschamenesi/ / sascha@meetus.us

YANA FRY

Yana is the founder of the Timeless Teachings Podcast. She is a global speaker, impact coach, wellness retreats facilitator, spiritual teacher, co-author of three books, award-winning poetess, and truth illuminator who inspires, empowers, educates globally.

Yana has been helping global leaders to realise their full potential since 2012 and interviewing thought leaders and change makers since 2015 . You can find more of her thought-provoking interviews on YanaTV, an online talk show that amplifies the voices of impactful, influential and conscious people of Asia.

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Timeless Teachings by Yana Fry has been ranked among top 3 podcasts in Singapore. We talk about human advancement, self-mastery and achieving full potential.

What’s the secret to an empowered birth experience?

In this episode, I sit down with Ho Kin Ing, a mom of three from Singapore with three incredible and unique birth stories. We met through the Mindful Mama’s Walks, and today she opens up about her journey, the lessons she’s learned, and the wisdom she shares with other moms through her work at Kindle Space.

From navigating anxiety as a first-time mom to embracing primal instincts during a home birth, her story is a powerful reminder of the strength and intuition we all have within. Tune in for heartfelt stories, practical insights, and a celebration of motherhood!

IN THIS EPISODE
(00:00) How different can three birth stories be?
(01:00) The anxious mom’s first journey begins—what was the biggest surprise?
(03:00) Challenging the myth: Is there only one way to give birth?
(06:00) The mental battle: What changed after a simple 15-minute decision?
(09:00) The power of surrender—how instinct overrides expectations.
(13:00) Beatrice's dramatic entrance: What happens when birth plans collide with reality?
(17:00) Roaring through labour—why embracing primal instincts might just work.
(22:00) Cherish’s arrival: What happens when a birth defies all expectations?
(27:00) A home birth story—raw, real, and unforgettable.
(29:00) What’s your true north? Finding stability through motherhood’s transitions.

Ho Kin Ing

Ms Ho Kin Ing is a passionate advocate for women’s well-being throughout their life stages, with a particular focus on the transformative journey of pregnancy and motherhood. KinIng’s background is a tapestry woven from experience in both the corporate world and the world of wellness. Having honed her leadership skills in Fortune 500 companies and top fashion retailers, she understands the unique demands placed on women in today’s fast-paced environment. However, a deep desire to connect with women on a more profound level led her to pursue a new path – childbirth educator.

https://kindlespace.sg/

YANA FRY

Yana is the founder of the Timeless Teachings Podcast. She is a global speaker, impact coach, wellness retreats facilitator, spiritual teacher, co-author of three books, award-winning poetess, and truth illuminator who inspires, empowers, educates globally.

Yana has been interviewing thought leaders and change makers since 2015 . You can find more of her thought-provoking interviews on YanaTV, an online talk show that amplifies the voices of impactful, influential and conscious people of Asia.

CONNECT with YANA ►

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yanafry

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Timeless Teachings by Yana Fry has been ranked as a top 3 podcast in Singapore. We talk about human advancement, self-mastery and achieving your full potential.

What do you do when after having a successful corporate career for many decades you turn 60 and retire? You go to Africa, of course. And you start bringing other executives with you to help them to reconnect with nature and become better leaders.

Well, at least that’s what Dr. Boy Van Droffelaar did. My guest today is a former corporate executive turned wilderness and leadership guide who, at 60, began leading leadership retreats in the African wilderness. He has done it for 10 years and led his last group when he was 70. With over 2,500 participants joining his transformative journeys, Dr. Van Droffelaar shares his insights on nature’s impact, self-discovery, and the power of silence and presence. Join us as we dive into his journey from boardrooms to riverbanks and what he's learned about leadership, life, and love along the way!

IN THIS EPISODE

(00:00) What drives a man to reinvent himself at 60?
(03:30) Nature’s “billion-star hotel” – more than just a view
(06:30) Alone in the wilderness: a moment of pure stillness
(08:30) The “talking stick” lesson every leader needs to learn
(12:00) Walking among giants: an unforgettable lesson of respect
(16:30) Can nature reveal who we really are?
(19:30) Age is just a number when you find purpose
(23:00) Why true leadership begins with listening
(29:00) Love and care: the hidden strength in leadership
(32:00) A journey home: discovering what truly matters

Our Guest: Dr. Boy Van Droffelaar
Dr. Boy Van Droffelaar currently works at the Department of Cultural Geography, Wageningen University & Research. He does research in Quantitative Social Research and Qualitative Social Research. Their current project is 'The role of wilderness experiences in leaders' development toward authentic leadership'.

Connect him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boyvandroffelaar/

Your Host: YANA FRY

Yana is the founder of the Timeless Teachings Podcast. She is a global speaker, impact coach, wellness retreats facilitator, spiritual teacher, co-author of three books, award-winning poetess, and truth illuminator who inspires, empowers, educates globally.

Yana has been interviewing thought leaders and change makers since 2015 . You can find more of her thought-provoking interviews on YanaTV, an online talk show that amplifies the voices of impactful, influential and conscious people of Asia.

CONNECT with YANA ►

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yanafry

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yanafry

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yanafry

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Timeless Teachings by Yana Fry has been ranked as a top 3 podcast in Singapore. We talk about human advancement, self-mastery and achieving your full potential.