Say It Skillfully®

Molly Tschang's Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you benefit from Molly's guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. She helps everyone from CEOs to interns to recognize that we are all both part of the problem as well as the solution, and that the path to solving any problem is to say what needs to be said. Molly is a rare breed: tough enough to advise CEOs and company boards, but empathetic enough to understand the human costs of not allowing talent to shine. She has helped dozens of management teams navigate the human after-effects of mergers and acquisitions, and her show brings her expert guidance to a wider audience.

Say It Skillfully® is a business podcast hosted by Molly Tschang, with 233 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Molly Tschang hosts Say It Skillfully®, a business show with 233 episodes published.

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  Episode #232

  232 Say It Skillfully® – Thando Lamula, Fealess Outward to Fearless Within

  Jul 28, 20261 hour

  In episode 233 (Our Voices #44) of the Say It Skillfully® podcast, Molly sits down with Thando Lamula—Chartered Tax Advisor, board chair, and Mrs. Africa—for a raw conversation about what it really takes to find and use your voice, even after outward success. Thando shares her extraordinary path: growing up on a sunflower farm in South Africa, navigating two faiths at once, and earning the nickname “General” in university for her fearlessness. She built a career in tax law—finishing her master’s degree with her newborn daughter waiting in the car outside night class so she could slip out to breastfeed—and has since chaired boards, won awards, and been crowned Mrs. Africa. But Thando opens up about the six years she spent staying silent, even as everyone around her called her fearless. She shares what changed after reading Say It Skillfully and attending INSEAD, and the courage—and consequences—that came with finally speaking up for herself. Honest and hard-won, this episode is a reminder that being fearless for everyone else is not the same as being fearless for yourself—and that the second kind is the one that changes your life. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Molly and Thando Lamula 01:48 Thando's early life and childhood on a farm 05:04 Her journey through education and career in tax law 10:09 The importance of resilience and self-belief 15:07 Balancing family life with a professional career 20:01 The power of speaking up and authenticity 29:47 Lessons from setbacks and redirections 39:49 The significance of community and sisterhood 49:55 Reflections on future aspirations and growth 01:00:07 Final thoughts and encouragement

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  Episode #231

  231 Say It Skillfully® – Noel Moldvai - The Blessing & Curse of Naivete

  Jun 15, 202659 min

  In this episode of the Say It Skillfully® podcast, Molly sits down with Noel Moldvai—entrepreneur, CEO, and co-founder of Augment—for an inspiring conversation about resilience, emotional intelligence, and what it truly means to lead. Noel shares his journey from leaving Yugoslavia as a young boy to navigating life as a first-generation immigrant in Canada and California, learning English as his third language, and finding his path from Berkeley to Google to Rubrik before taking the leap into founding his own company. He opens up about the hard-won lessons that shaped him as a leader: why EQ matters more than IQ, how he learned to manage his own emotional reactions before trying to lead others, and the near-death moments at Augment that tested everything he had. He also shares the surprisingly personal origin story behind Augment (a platform now being called the Robinhood for private markets) born out of his own frustration trying to access locked-up startup equity just to buy an engagement ring and a home. Honest, grounded, and deeply human, this episode is a reminder that naiveté can be both a blessing and a curse, and sometimes, it's exactly what it takes to build something the world has never seen. Chapters: 0:00 EQ, IQ, and the importance of people 0:33 Molly introduces Noel Moldvai and Augment 2:34 Noel’s earliest memory and leaving Yugoslavia 3:52 Leaving family behind and starting over 6:28 Learning English in Canada 8:03 School, math, physics, and childhood mischief 11:05 Belonging, family traditions, and growing up between cultures 13:12 Returning to Hungary and Serbia 14:24 College, self-motivation, and finding his path 19:23 Becoming a self-starter and learning to build teams 21:41 Google, Rubrik, and realizing he wanted something different 28:00 Why EQ matters more than IQ 30:42 Managing emotional reactions and making better decisions 33:53 Meditation, exercise, and creating stillness 35:37 The backstory behind Augment 36:57 Unlocking private equity and the problem Noel wanted to solve 40:52 Building the Robinhood for private markets 41:29 Co-founding Augment and learning from differences 47:52 Respect, empathy, and high-performing teams 48:43 Ego, rejection, and the pain of startup life 50:48 Reducing risk one step at a time 52:49 Hobbies, family, ice baths, reading, and motorcycles 53:42 Introversion and heavy metal 54:53 Noel’s do-over: taking it easier in college 55:55 Rapid-fire: next life, nicknames, and favorite food 56:42 Noel’s top takeaway: the blessing and curse of naiveté 57:03 What it was like for Noel to share his journey 57:58 Molly’s closing reflections 58:29 Final thought: people and the connections among them 58:58 Say It Skillfully closing message

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  Episode #230

  230 Say It Skillfully® – Sandy Ogg - A Curveball Journey to Leading with Impact

  May 18, 202648 min

  In episode 230 of Say It Skillfully®, Molly welcomes back Sandy Ogg, CEO of Curve Sports and founder of CEO.works, for an inspiring conversation about baseball, leadership, and creating opportunity for others. Sandy shares how sports shaped his life from childhood through college, teaching lessons in teamwork, perspective, resilience, and character. He also reflects on how that lifelong connection to baseball evolved into a larger mission: helping underserved young athletes access pathways to education, growth, and opportunity. From stories of youth teams and scholar athletes to reflections on leadership, privilege, AI, and the uniquely human skills that cannot be replaced, Sandy offers a powerful reminder that success is not just about winning games — it’s about helping others discover what is possible. A heartfelt conversation on purpose, impact, and using the gifts we’ve been given to give back. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Sandy Ogg’s Leadership and Baseball Journey 02:41 Where Sandy’s Love of Baseball Began 04:22 Baseball, Family, and the Coast Guard Academy 06:42 Lessons from Youth Sports and His Father 08:08 Learning Context Beyond Winning 11:16 Coaches, Leadership, and Team Development 13:43 Recognizing an Uneven Playing Field 16:18 Building a Team with Access and Opportunity 17:49 Scholar Athletes, Grades, and College Jerseys 20:33 Life Lessons Beyond the Field 22:05 The Parent-Coach-Athlete Triangle 24:40 Defining What Winning Really Means 26:06 Gratitude, College Jerseys, and a Doorstep Moment 27:59 Realizing the Gift Was Also for Him 30:16 Giving Back to the Sport That Gave So Much 30:50 Curve Sports Foundation and Scaling Impact 33:29 How Others Can Help Young Scholar Athletes 34:35 Scholar Athletes as a National Treasure 36:24 AI, Human Skills, and What Cannot Be Replaced 38:14 Personal Side: Trumpet, Introversion, and Creative Tinkering 42:16 Favorite Food and Childhood Memories 42:59 Top Takeaway: Learn What AI Can’t Replace 45:04 Reflecting on the Conversation 46:24 Molly’s Closing Reflection

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  Episode #229

  229 Say It Skillfully OUR VOICES - Lynden Archer, Closed Doors Provide Direction

  Apr 13, 20261h 6m

  In Episode 229 of the Say It Skillfully® podcast, Molly welcomes chemical engineer, researcher, and Cornell University professor Lynden Archer. A leader in the field of biomaterials and sustainable energy innovation, Lynden shares insights from his groundbreaking work developing environmentally responsible materials that could transform industries ranging from plastics to batteries. In this inspiring conversation, Lynden reflects on the pivotal role of mentors in his life and how he found his way from growing up in Guyana to graduate school and a distinguished academic career. He shares the experiences and influences that helped shape his path and the lessons he learned along the way about perseverance, curiosity, and staying open to opportunity. Filled with insights on innovation, leadership, and scientific discovery, this episode offers listeners a compelling look at finding your north star and how bold thinking and collaboration can drive meaningful change.

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  Episode #228

  228 Say It Skillfully® – Jason Reid: Purpose, Passion & Youth Mental Health

  Mar 9, 202645 min

  In Episode 228 of the Say It Skillfully® podcast, Molly welcomes back storyteller, entrepreneur, and founder of Tell My Story, Jason Reid. After the tragic loss of his 14-year-old son Ryan to suicide in 2018, Jason transformed unimaginable grief into a mission to help families better understand youth mental health and create spaces where young people feel seen, valued, and supported. In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Jason shares the inspiration behind his new film Shift: Do What Moves You, which highlights how purpose, passion, and personal interests can help young people rise above depression and anxiety. The discussion explores the importance of creating safe conversations around mental health, the role of parents in supporting their children’s emotional wellbeing, and why having a hobby or passion outside of work or school can be life-changing. Jason also reflects on personal growth, the power of curiosity, and why learning about emerging technologies like AI is essential in a rapidly changing world. From parenting insights to leadership lessons, this episode is filled with practical wisdom for anyone seeking to live more intentionally and help others do the same. Jason’s message is both hopeful and practical: finding what moves you—and encouraging others to do the same—can create profound change in both individual lives and communities. Chapters 00:00 Introduction – Molly welcomes Jason Reid 01:04 Jason on intentional living and personal growth 03:55 Why lifelong learning matters in a rapidly changing world 04:50 Jason’s focus on understanding AI and future technologies 06:09 Navigating political division and understanding different perspectives 08:44 Why everyone should start learning about AI now 09:01 Podcast recommendations for understanding AI 10:39 The origin of Tell My Story after the loss of Jason’s son Ryan 12:40 How parents can start conversations about mental health with kids 15:47 The importance of asking direct questions about suicide 18:52 Why medication alone doesn’t solve mental health struggles 20:20 The inspiration behind the film Shift: Do What Moves You 21:48 Why everyone needs a passion or purpose beyond work 24:32 Jason on hobbies, creativity, and trying new things 26:50 Expanding your life through curiosity and interests 30:05 Finding your aptitudes and creative outlets 32:35 Helping kids discover hobbies and passions 35:14 Self-care and support for adults struggling with mental health 37:06 Therapy, support networks, and unexpected help from AI 39:00 Jason’s advice for aspiring filmmakers and creators 40:57 The impact of Jason’s work and films 41:55 What Jason is most proud of as a leader 43:31 Jason’s final advice: Find what excites you in life 44:16 Closing thoughts and takeaway on AI and the future

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