Finding Authentic Leadership with Mira Czutka

01/16/25 • 32 min

YOU GOT THIS! Career & Leadership Coaching for Women

In this episode, I sit down with Mira Czutka, a leader, coach, and innovator with over 25 years of experience in marketing, diversity management, and organizational development. Mira shares her unique journey from engineering to becoming a transformational coach who blends spirituality, systemic thinking, and leadership. Her wisdom offers a fresh perspective on intuitive leadership, authentic connections, and navigating career transitions with purpose.

Whether you're striving to lead with authenticity, embrace systemic approaches, or integrate mindfulness into your leadership style, this conversation offers valuable insights.

What You’ll Learn:

The power of intuition in leadership and decision-making.
How systemic thinking can transform organizational dynamics and product development.
The intersection of spirituality and leadership: embracing openness and flow.
Mira’s advice for women starting their careers and navigating male-dominated industries.
Practical steps to cultivate authenticity and resilience in your career.

Key Moments:

[00:34] Mira’s career journey: from engineering to diversity management and coaching.
[01:19] Achieving team success: Lessons from Great Place to Work awards.
[03:12] Integrating yoga and spirituality into leadership training.
[06:41] The role of intuition and going with the flow in effective leadership.
[11:43] Mira’s systemic product development approach: “Put yourself in the shoes of the product.”
[17:32] Advice for building self-awareness and openness in leadership.
[23:35] Empowering women in leadership: Mira’s reflections on diversity and inclusion.

Sound Bites

"You have to want it to change."
"Life is the game changer."
"You get what is inside of you."

Resources Mentioned:

Learn More About Mira Czutka: https://mira-czutka.de/
Integration Facilitator Training with the Mind Foundation: https://www.mind-foundation.org/de/mind/beyond-experience
Books on Leadership and Intuition:
The Art of Possibility by Rosamund Stone Zander & Benjamin Zander
Presence: An Exploration of Profound Change in People, Organizations, and Society by Peter Senge, Otto Scharmer, Joseph Jaworski, and Betty Sue Flowers

Call-to-Action:
If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to reflect on your leadership style and how openness, intuition, and systemic thinking can bring clarity to your career and life.

Join my Masterclass, Vision 2025: Developing Career Clarity, where we’ll explore value-driven leadership and setting purposeful goals for the year ahead.
Register here:
https://katharinaengelhardt.ac-page.com/how-to-gain-clarity-for-your-careermasterclass

Stay inspired and lead authentically. Let’s continue this journey together!

Keywords
leadership, spirituality, self-development, intuition, career growth, mindfulness, innovation, personal growth, women in lea

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Whether you're striving to lead with authenticity, embrace systemic approaches, or integrate mindfulness into your leadership style, this conversation offers valuable insights.

What You’ll Learn:

The power of intuition in leadership and decision-making.
How systemic thinking can transform organizational dynamics and product development.
The intersection of spirituality and leadership: embracing openness and flow.
Mira’s advice for women starting their careers and navigating male-dominated industries.
Practical steps to cultivate authenticity and resilience in your career.

Key Moments:

[00:34] Mira’s career journey: from engineering to diversity management and coaching.
[01:19] Achieving team success: Lessons from Great Place to Work awards.
[03:12] Integrating yoga and spirituality into leadership training.
[06:41] The role of intuition and going with the flow in effective leadership.
[11:43] Mira’s systemic product development approach: “Put yourself in the shoes of the product.”
[17:32] Advice for building self-awareness and openness in leadership.
[23:35] Empowering women in leadership: Mira’s reflections on diversity and inclusion.

Sound Bites

"You have to want it to change."
"Life is the game changer."
"You get what is inside of you."

Resources Mentioned:

Learn More About Mira Czutka: https://mira-czutka.de/
Integration Facilitator Training with the Mind Foundation: https://www.mind-foundation.org/de/mind/beyond-experience
Books on Leadership and Intuition:
The Art of Possibility by Rosamund Stone Zander & Benjamin Zander
Presence: An Exploration of Profound Change in People, Organizations, and Society by Peter Senge, Otto Scharmer, Joseph Jaworski, and Betty Sue Flowers

Call-to-Action:
If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to reflect on your leadership style and how openness, intuition, and systemic thinking can bring clarity to your career and life.

Stay inspired and lead authentically. Let’s continue this journey together!

Keywords
leadership, spirituality, self-development, intuition, career growth, mindfulness, innovation, personal growth, women in lea

📩 If this episode resonates with you, share it on LinkedIn and tag us!

Contact: [email protected]

Previous Episode

Understanding Values: The Foundation of Leadership and Career Success

Summary:
This episode explores the critical role values play in career and leadership success. Learn why knowing your own values—and those of others—enhances clarity, builds resilience, strengthens relationships, and supports meaningful goals.

Key Takeaways:

Five reasons why values are essential for leadership and career growth.
Steps to identify your values and those of others.
Practical actions to integrate values into your decisions and goals.

Resources Mentioned:

Masterclass: Vision 2025: Developing Career Clarity (Registration Link)
GLOW UP! Self-Leadership Workbook (Download Link)

Book Recommendations:

The Values Compass by Mandeep Rai (Theoretical)
Dare to Lead by Brené Brown (Practical)
The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek (Practical)

Start your year with clarity and purpose. Join the January Masterclass to align your career vision with your values and set goals that inspire. Limited spots available—register today! (Registration Link)

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Next Episode

YOU GOT THIS! Crafting Impactful Careers with Alexis Haass

In this episode, I’m joined by Alexis Haass, a visionary leader in sustainability and climate innovation. With over 20 years of experience across industries, Alexis has pioneered impactful roles in energy transition, industrial decarbonization, and sustainable product development. From her tenure at Adidas to serving as the Chief Sustainability Officer at Arcadis, Alexis has consistently shaped roles that address systemic challenges and create meaningful change.

Together, we explore how her values-driven approach to leadership and curiosity have fueled her ability to solve problems, navigate career transitions, and inspire innovation. Whether you're interested in sustainability, career development, or impactful leadership, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration.

What You’ll Learn:

How to create impactful roles that don’t yet exist.
The importance of curiosity and problem-solving in driving career growth.
Strategies for leading in male-dominated industries and new fields.
Insights into energy transition, climate tech, and industrial decarbonization.
Balancing leadership roles with personal boundaries and family life.

Key Moments:

[00:34] Alexis’ journey: From international development to climate innovation.
[02:45] Lessons learned in rural Nicaragua: Addressing systemic issues through business strategy.
[05:33] Innovating sustainability at Adidas: From recycled materials to consumer-driven decarbonization.
[09:35] Shaping careers: Alexis’ approach to creating roles based on curiosity and impact.
[14:55] Advice for navigating leadership as a female executive in new fields.
[19:27] The power of networking: How connections create opportunities and clarity.
[24:36] Setting boundaries for leadership success and work-life balance.

Sound Bites

"You got this!"
"You can always decide later."
"I'm really passionate."

Connect with Alexis Haass on LInkedIn

Call-to-Action:
🎧 Tune in to hear Alexis’ inspiring career journey and actionable insights on leadership, sustainability, and innovation.

📘 Don’t forget to join my Masterclass: xxxx. [Register here: Insert Link]

Let’s create careers and solutions that make a difference!

keywords
sustainability, climate tech, leadership, women in business, career advice, energy transition, industrial decarbonization, mentorship, personal values, work-life balance

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