The Disruptive Leader

From braiding hair to breaking barriers, felonies to PhDs, and neurodivergent innovators crushing it - these aren't your typical success stories. Join Ranya for raw, unfiltered conversations with rebels redefining leadership on their terms. Whether they're late-diagnosed entrepreneurs leveraging unique perspectives or industry veterans transforming business from the inside out, our guests share fundamental strategies behind their breakthrough moments.Warning: contains authentic conversations, occasional profanity, and zero corporate jargon. 🚀

The Disruptive Leader is a business podcast hosted by Ranya B ✨, with 36 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.

Ranya B ✨ hosts The Disruptive Leader, a business show with 36 episodes published.

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  Episode #36

  From Politics to Coaching: Katie O'Malley's Journey to (en)Courage-ing Workplace Transformation

  May 29, 202558 minS1

  <p>In this powerful episode of The Disruptive Leader, host Ranya sits down with Katie O'Malley, Founder and Principal Coach of (en)Courage Coaching, for an incredibly raw and insightful conversation about career transformation, workplace toxicity, and the courage to bet on yourself. </p><p>Katie opens up about her unconventional journey from a political science major to commercial real estate to experiencing a mental health crisis that ultimately led her to become a leadership coach. </p><p>She shares the pivotal moment when she realized the misalignment between her values and work environment was creating a mental health emergency, le...

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  Episode #35

  Disrupting Borders: How Emma Löfgren is Redefining International Journalism

  May 18, 20251h 9mS1

  <p>In this episode, Ranya Barakat speaks with Emma Löfgren, editor of The Local Sweden and deputy managing editor of The Local Europe. </p><p>Emma shares how journalism can help people find their place in new countries, discussing immigration challenges in Europe, media representation, and the future of news. </p><p>With insights from her decade at The Local and personal experiences living abroad, Emma offers a fresh perspective on cross-cultural communication and inclusive journalism.</p><p>BULLET POINTS OF KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS</p>Introduction to Emma Löfgren [01:30] Emma introduces herself as a digital news editor who...

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  Episode #34

  From Global Member Networks to Enterprise Excellence: Monica Kamel-Rust's CRM Revolution

  May 2, 202556 minS1

  <p>In this episode, Ranya interviews Monica Kamel-Rust, Team Lead and Services Consultant at HubSpot, about her tech industry journey. </p><p><br /></p><p>Monica shares how her multicultural background and marketing automation expertise drove transformational change across global markets - from American Express's Member-Get-Member program to revolutionizing marketing at Jochen Schweizer mydays Group by reducing cost per lead from €250 to €20. </p><p>The conversation covers CRM implementation, change management, and marketing technology's future.</p><p><br /></p><p>Bullet Points of Key Topics & Chapter Markers</p>Marketing Transformation [17:22] At Jochen Schweizer mydays Group, Monica built a marketing team and implemente...

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  Episode #33

  From Digital Pioneer To Mindful Leader: Deyana P's Transformative Journey

  Feb 10, 202547 minS1

  <p>In this captivating episode of The Disruptive Leader, we sit down with Deyana P, Director of Digital, Growth, and Product at August and founder of A Mindful Escape. </p><p>With over 15 years of experience driving digital Transformation across luxury brands, Deyana shares her remarkable journey from pioneering Bitcoin payments in luxury hotels to creating mindful retreats in the Bulgarian mountains. </p><p>Through personal challenges and professional triumphs, she offers profound insights into the intersection of technology, humanity, and leadership in today's rapidly evolving business landscape.</p><p><br></p><p>KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS</p>The Human Be...

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  Episode #32

  From Numbers To Nurture: Tara Rule's Leadership Transformation

  Feb 6, 202543 minS1

  <p>In this compelling episode of The Disruptive Leader, we explore the remarkable journey of Tara Rule, a former Adobe Senior Director who is now a leadership coach and founder of Tara Rule Ltd. </p> <p>Tara shares her transition from accountant to tech executive, revealing how saying "yes" to unexpected opportunities transformed her career trajectory. </p> <p>Her story illuminates the power of human-centered leadership, challenging traditional management paradigms focusing on empowerment, engagement, and energy. </p> <p>Through candid discussions about leading diverse teams across EMEA and building cultures of trust, Tara provides invaluable insights into modern leadership practices tha...

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