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Growth and transformation, Leadership

Think like the French. Lessons from Bastille Day.

Posted on July 15, 2025July 15, 2025 by Valerie

Brutal, radical. Sometimes real transformations need more than a nudge. And courage. For a moment, think French 🇫🇷

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From Comfortably Numb to Thunderstruck

Posted on March 3, 2025July 15, 2025 by Valerie

There is a before and an after in my career. A clear moment when my horizon expanded, new doors opened, when I felt an incredible sense of renewal, challenge and panic. That was the day I left Corporate.

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Growth and transformation, Leadership

Let boys cry

Posted on June 17, 2024July 15, 2025 by Valerie
People in deep conversation

The sentiment that moods and emotions should be suppressed rather than expressed has deep roots in our corporate and entrepreneur world. Emotional displays are often deemed unprofessional or as a sign of poor leadership, based on the belief that good leaders must always appear composed and in control of themselves.

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Growth and transformation, Mental Wellness, News, Start-up

Beyond the brick wall of burnout

Posted on May 6, 2024July 15, 2025 by Valerie

zscala is one month old! Reflecting on these past weeks, Miami once again made my heart beat faster and my spirits rise higher. This city that has been my home for the last 12 years never ceases to inspire me and open new horizons.

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Culture, Leadership

Lessons from Nevada Smith

Posted on April 30, 2024July 15, 2025 by Valerie

When I was young, my Dad was a huge fan of western movies. I grew up with Gary Cooper, John Wayne, Burt Lancaster, Lee Marvin and Yul Brynner as my heroes.

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Culture

What is it like to work here?

Posted on April 23, 2024May 28, 2024 by Valerie
Tell me about the culture here

The Culture Fit interview. “What’s it like to work here?” Candidates too interview companies to assess cultural fit – which can be a make or break both ways.

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Culture, Start-up

The other C word

Posted on April 16, 2024May 28, 2024 by Valerie
startup culture
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Culture, Start-up

Culture: a foundational priority

Posted on April 9, 2024May 28, 2024 by Valerie

“There is no time nor bandwidth for culture (dismissive tone) when you are trying to raise money. The only culture we had was DYFJ.”

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News

Today is a big day!

Posted on April 2, 2024May 28, 2024 by Valerie
zscala Leadership Excellence

Today is a big day: I am beyond proud to announce the launch of zscala, my company.

zscala’s mission is Leadership Excellence: empower start-up leaders to create high-growth organizations, with a focus on developing their authentic self, a strong company culture, and outstanding Talent practices.

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