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Episode 1: Before the Journey Begins
Welcome to Unmute the Leader.
Before we dive into the stories, this is the moment to set the stage. I’ll share how this podcast was born, the inspiration behind the name, and the themes that will guide our journey. Think of it as opening the map before an adventure — understanding the terrain, marking the milestones, and feeling the excitement before we take the first step.
🎬 Length: 5 minutes
Episode 2: Idea - The Seed of Reality
An idea can arrive quietly, or strike like lightning — but it always holds the potential to change everything.
In this episode, we explore the origins of ideas, the role of curiosity and observation, and how to capture that fragile moment before it fades. It’s about seeing what others overlook, daring to shape it into something tangible, and planting the seed that will one day grow into your reality.
🎬 Length: 15 minutes
Episode 3: Perspective of a Leader in Consulting – Dieter Dragon
What does leadership look like in the fast-changing world of consulting?
In this conversation, Dieter Dragon shares his perspective on guiding teams, making decisions under uncertainty, and staying adaptable in the age of AI. From personal reflections to professional insights, this episode reveals the mindset of a leader who continues to learn, evolve, and inspire.
🎬 Length: 36 minutes
Episode 4: Passion – The Fire That Keeps You Going
Passion is not just an emotion — it’s energy in motion.
It’s the invisible fire that turns ideas into reality, and persistence into art. In this episode, we explore how passion begins, how it fades, and what it truly takes to sustain it over time.Through honest reflections, we look at the fine line between inspiration and exhaustion — the quiet discipline that keeps creative energy alive, even when motivation runs low. Because real passion is not a moment of excitement; it’s the long-term commitment to what moves your soul.
🎬 Length: 13 minutes
Episode 5: Perspective of a Leader in Academy – Prof. Dr. Nicola Breugst
What does leadership mean in a world built on ideas, curiosity, and continuous change?
In this episode, we meet Prof. Dr. Nicola Breugst, a distinguished researcher and academic leader who shares her journey of leading within the structures of academia — and beyond them.We discuss the tension between creativity and responsibility, how to guide teams in an environment defined by uncertainty, and what it means to lead with both intellect and empathy. Nicola offers a refreshing look at leadership that inspires courage, reflection, and authenticity — not just in universities, but in every organization that values learning.
🎬 Length: 20 minutes
Episode 6: Goals – Your North Star
A goal is more than a milestone — it’s a direction that keeps your vision alive.
This episode explores how to define goals that are both grounded and inspiring, and how to stay aligned with your deeper purpose as circumstances shift around you.We unpack the psychology behind effective goal-setting — from focus and clarity to reflection and course correction. You’ll learn how to move beyond rigid metrics and instead design a system that adapts with you. Because true progress isn’t about checking boxes — it’s about staying guided by your own North Star.
🎬 Length: 15 minutes
Episode 7: Perspective of a Leader in Process Industry – Jochen Meier
Leadership in the process industry isn’t just about precision — it’s about people.
In this episode, Jochen Meier shares his journey of leading complex organizations where innovation meets discipline. From factory floors to strategic boardrooms, we uncover how leadership evolves when every decision shapes both efficiency and trust.We explore how to balance structure with agility, how digital transformation impacts human connection, and how leaders can build resilience in industries that never stop running. A conversation grounded in reality — yet driven by vision.
🎬 Length: 34 minutes
Episode 8: Knowledge – The Fuel for Your Journey
Knowledge is the only asset that grows when shared.
In this episode, we explore how curiosity fuels growth, and why knowledge — when combined with awareness — becomes the foundation of transformation.From learning through experience to unlearning outdated beliefs, we discuss how to cultivate wisdom in a world overflowing with information. This episode invites you to slow down, reconnect with curiosity, and remember that true knowledge is not about collecting facts — it’s about seeing differently.
🎬 Length: 15 minutes
Episode 9: Unmute the Host - Ecem Atac
Every story begins somewhere — and so did Unmute the Leader.
In this special episode, Ecem Ataç steps into the spotlight to reflect on her own path: from engineering to leadership consulting, and from the corporate world to creating this podcast.We dive into the thoughts behind the name, the inspiration to “unmute,” and the balance between logic and creativity that shapes every episode. This is an honest conversation about courage, vision, and the art of building something that truly represents who you are.
🎬 Length: 27 minutes
Episode 10: Closing Notes – Keep Dreaming
Every journey has a beginning — and a quiet ending that carries new meaning.
In this final episode of the season, we reflect on what has been learned, unlearned, and imagined along the way. It’s a soft landing and a gentle reminder: dreams don’t end when we reach the destination — they evolve.With gratitude, reflection, and a spark for what’s next, this closing note celebrates the courage to keep dreaming — and to keep unmuting what matters.
🎬 Length: 5 minutes