Lena Grenat - Focusing on the opportunities

In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of SAM, (Suomi Amerikka Yhdistyksen Liitto) Lena Grenat to discuss the differences and similarities between Finns and Americans, building networks, vulnerability in leadership, playing chess, creating a learning culture and knowing the difference between winning/losing and succeeding/failing, among other things. (00:00) Intro to Lena Grenat(02:38) Resilience is key to personal growth(08:00) Learning from mistakes and embracing vulnerability leads to improvement(10:25) Leaders should be open to learning from everyone(15:10) Adapting communication to diverse cultural backgrounds(17:24) Effective communication bridges cultural differences(21:38) Global networking and education(23:54) Utilizing personal network for learning and hiring(28:08) Challenges in fundraising due to tax structure differences(30:24) Leading volunteers requires motivation and inspiration rather than authority(35:17) Living in the present moment is key(37:36) Resilience encompasses optimism and adaptability(42:00) Valuing employee opinions fosters leadership aspirations(44:15) Feedback should be seen as information, not positive or negative(48:53) Acknowledge not knowing takes self-confidence(50:48) Reacting in uncertain times defines a leader(55:02) Embracing mistakes for personal growth(57:02) Understanding deep cultural similarities between American and Finnish working styles   Like the show? the support us here: Support the show – The FLT (the-flt.com), or contact us: [email protected], or got an idea? let's collaborate: Work with us – The FLT (the-flt.com)   Follow us here: PodBean channel: https://the-flt.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@The-FLT Spotify Channel: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Sj5YAyZ8AJGooVYLC8RA6 Apple Pod Channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/the-flt-podcast/id1727605372   With thanks to: https://www.bloomtogether.fi/, bridging nationals and locals together to make better business. and if you don't already, get your beer from: https://www.fatlizard.beer/taproom-beershop use promo-code: FLT for discounts.