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What if the resentment you’re carrying isn’t protecting you… but imprisoning you?

In this episode, human connection keynote speaker Sha Nacino and one of the World’s Top 30 Motivational Speakers, sits down with Atty. Jo Ferrer (labor law lawyer + Head of HR of China Savings Bank) for a deep, practical conversation on forgiveness in the workplace and in relationships—from conflict, credit-grabbing, public humiliation, and apology… to self-forgiveness, boundaries, and when “walking away” is actually wisdom.

From conflict, credit-grabbing, and public humiliation to apology, self-forgiveness, boundaries, and knowing when walking away is actually wisdom—this episode unpacks what forgiveness really looks like in professional and personal relationships.

If you’re a leader, manager, HR professional, or high-performing executive navigating tension, hurt, and strained relationships—this is your reset.

⏱️ Chapters (Timestamps)

00:00 — Why forgiveness matters
01:20 — Resentment and its hidden cost
05:05 — Workplace conflict and performance
06:13 — Credit, recognition, and resentment
10:13 — Ego, accountability, and conflict
16:05 — Naming emotions that block healing
20:29 — Leadership, safety, and feeling seen
25:18 — The forgiveness framework
29:50 — Public humiliation and apologies
36:00 — Self-forgiveness and boundaries
48:54 — Power dynamics in relationships
58:26 — Final takeaway: wounded or wiser

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Resentment makes you creative in painful stories—but it punishes you first.
• Forgiveness requires a reckoning point: facts, feelings, and forward action.
• Public harm often needs public repair (especially in leadership contexts).
• Walking away isn’t losing—sometimes it’s intelligence with boundaries.
• In marriage and life, forgiveness is often tiny, daily, and intentional.
• The ultimate question: Do you want to stay wounded… or stay wiser?

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Top Human Connection Keynote Speaker and one of the World’s Top 30 Motivatonal Speakers Sha Nacino is joined by world-renowned global keynote speaker and the Creativity Explorer Frederik Härén—author of The World of Creativity and speaker in 75+ countries—on the Fearless Possibilities Leadership Podcast.

Here’s a deep, human conversation on creativity, opportunity, and noticing what others miss.

In this episode, Frederik Haren shares powerful stories from interviewing creatives around the world, explains why opportunities are not about risk but awareness, and reveals how creativity is deeply tied to observation, timing, and humanity. From missed Bitcoin moments to redefining failure, this conversation will challenge how you see creativity, leadership, and success.

🎧 Tune in for insights that will help you sharpen your awareness, trust your creative rhythm, and learn how to catch opportunities when they appear.

Timestamps and Chapters:

00:00 – Intro & Welcome
01:10 – Why 37 Stories? Inside The World of Creativity
03:00 – How Creativity Became Frederik’s Life Work
07:55 – Speaking Mindset: Why the Message Matters More Than the Speaker
12:45 – How to Introduce a Speaker the Right Way
15:10 – Improvisation, Creativity, and Making Bold Moves
18:05 – Opportunities vs. Risk: The Elevator Analogy
22:00 – Noticing What Others Miss
24:00 – Missed Opportunities & the Bitcoin Story
27:30 – Creative Rhythm: Why Some People Work in Bursts
32:05 – Being a Beginner, Memory, and Mindfulness
36:10 – Coaching, Discovery, and Finding Your Inner Theme
40:50 – The “Miranda Moment”: Turning Failure into Breakthrough
45:55 – Why The World of Creativity Is Different
48:20 – Final Reflections & Book Vision
52:00 – Closing & What’s Next

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#FearlessPossibilitiesPodcast #FredrikHaren #Creativity #CreativeLeadership #CreativeThinking #InnovationMindset #LeadershipPodcast #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift #HumanCenteredLeadership #Inspiration #GlobalSpeaker #KeynoteSpeaker #CreativityAtWork #OpportunityMindset

Connect with Fredrik Haren:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrikharen/

Buy his latest book “The World of Creativity” on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/World-Creativity-Countries-Discover-Creative/dp/1907312897

Connect with Sha Nacino:

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https://www.instagram.com/sha_nacino

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Human Connection Keynote Speaker and Top Filipino Motivational Speaker Sha Nacino—ranked World’s #18 Motivational Speaker for 2025—sits down with Dr. Peter Brace on the Fearless Possibilities Leadership Podcast to discuss psychological safety and inclusive leadership across Asia Pacific.

Timestamp and Chapters:

00:00 – Intro & Welcome

01:10 – About Sha Nacino (World’s #18 Motivational Speaker for 2025)

03:25 – Sha’s Early Story & Beginnings

07:50 – Biggest Leadership Lessons

12:15 – Mindset Shifts for Success

17:40 – Finding Purpose & Mission

22:05 – Overcoming Challenges & Failures

27:30 – Daily Habits for Growth

32:10 – Q&A / Rapid Fire Insights

36:50 – Final Message & Takeaways

39:15 – Closing & Where to Connect with Sha Nacino

#TEDx #FilipinoLeadership #PersonalGrowth #Peter Brace #RepresentationMatters #LeadershipLessons

Connect with Peter Brace:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterbracehcr/

Connect with Sha Nacino:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sha-nacino/

https://www.instagram.com/sha_nacino

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Top Filipino Motivational Speaker Sha Nacino, who was also ranked as the World’s #18 Motivational Speaker for 2025 Sha Nacino sits down with Marcus Westling on the Fearless Possibilities Leadership Podcast.

You’ll discover:

• What truly motivates people in the workplace, according to science

• The key factors employees value most—values alignment, autonomy, and appreciation

• Why authentic recognition is a game-changer for engagement and retention

• Common mistakes leaders make with engagement activities (and how to avoid them)

• How companies can systematize rewards and inspire real behavior change

• Real-life case studies on transforming employee engagement

• The power of being seen and how leadership can unlock untapped potential within teams

Perfect for leaders and HR professionals looking to create a more motivated, appreciated, and connected workforce!

Timestamp and Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction

01:12 – Meet Marcus Westling

03:45 – The Future of Leadership in the Age of AI

06:58 – Leading with Presence

10:22 – Why Care Matters in Leadership

14:40 – Courage in Decision-Making

18:55 – Human Connection in an AI-Driven World

23:30 – Practical Leadership Strategies

27:48 – Lessons from Marcus’s Leadership Journey

32:10 – Final Takeaways

34:05 – Closing

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#TEDx #FilipinoLeadership #WomenInLeadership #PersonalGrowth #FabiCarino #RepresentationMatters #LeadershipLessons

Connect with Marcus Westling:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcuswestling/

https://www.biworldwide.com/en-sg/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/bi-worldwide-asia-pacific/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/sha-nacino/

https://www.instagram.com/sha_nacino

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In this episode of the Fearless Possibilities Podcast, we dive into the C-Suite Playbook: Leading with Presence, Care, and Courage in the Age of AI.

Sha Nacino — human connection keynote speaker, author, and one of the World’s Top 30 Motivational Speakers — sits down with two remarkable leaders:

✨ Eugene S. Acevedo, Former CEO, RCBC
✨ Luz Mercurio, Chief People & Culture Officer, Monde Nissin

Together, they unpack what it truly means to lead with humanity in a world shaped by AI — and why presence, care, and courage are now the most powerful leadership skills.

If you’re a leader, manager, or aspiring executive, this conversation is your masterclass in human-centered leadership.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS

00:00 – Welcome to the Episode
00:18 – What Today’s C-Suite Leaders Are Facing
02:45 – Presence: The Leadership Skill That Changes Everything
06:20 – Care in the Age of AI: Why People Still Come First
10:55 – Courageous Leadership: Making Decisions That Matter
15:40 – Eugene Acevedo on Leading With Wisdom in Disruptive Times
20:12 – Luz Mercurio on Culture, Humanity, and People Leadership
25:48 – How Tiny Acts of Acknowledgment Transform Teams
32:10 – The Future of Leadership: What AI Cannot Replace
36:55 – Final Takeaways for Every Leader
39:10 – Closing Message from Sha Nacino

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#FearlessPossibilitiesPodcast #LeadershipInTheAgeOfAI #CSuiteLeadership #HumanCenteredLeadership #LeadWithPresence #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureOfWork #PeopleFirstLeadership #ExecutiveLeadership

Connect with Eugene S. Acevedo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-s-acevedo-375b5a96/
Connect with Luz Mercurio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luz-mercurio-0838247/

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Let's talk about How Human Connection Shapes EX & CX in the Age of AI.

Sha Nacino, one of the World’s Top 30 Motivational speakers, on the Fearless Possibilities podcast, is joined by three remarkable leaders -- Tonichi Achurra-Parekh, the Vice President at Concentrix; Jack Madrid, CEO of Information Technology and Business Process Association of the Philippines; and Nerissa Berba, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Security Bank.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✨ How AI is transforming the roles of leaders today
✨ How AI enhances customer and employee experiences
✨ Addressing fears around AI and the future of jobs
✨ The most valuable human skills in the age of AI
✨ Practical ways leaders can make people feel seen and valued
✨ Why “AI is only a co-pilot—and humans remain the captain.”
✨ Real, personal stories from leaders navigating AI

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction & Welcome

2:15 – Meet the Guests: Sha Nasino, Tonichi Achurra-Parekh, Jack Madrid, Nerissa Berba

5:30 – Why Human Connection Still Matters (despite AI)

9:10 – How AI is Transforming Leadership Roles Today

14:45 – AI’s Impact on Customer Experience (BPO / Service Industry)

19:20 – AI’s Role in Employee Experience & HR (Banking / Corporate)

24:50 – Addressing Fears: Will AI Replace Jobs?

29:30 – The Most Valuable Human Skills in the Age of AI

33:05 – Practical Leadership Habits: Making People Feel Seen & Valued

37:40 – Panel Discussion: AI as Co-Pilot, Humans as Captains

42:15 – Personal Stories from Panel (Work–Life Balance, AI Tools, Culture)

48:00 – Predictions: What’s Next for AI in Service Industries & Workplaces

52:55 – Key Takeaways & How to Take Action

55:30 – Closing Thoughts & What’s Next on Fearless Possibilities

Connect with Jack Madrid: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackmadrid/
Connect with Tonichi Parekh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonichiparekh/
Connect with Nerissa Berba: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nerissa-berba-905b477/

Connect with Sha Nacino:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sha-nacino/

Join Sha’s free email newsletter: https://shanacino.com/fearless

Thank you for listening!

About the speaker:

Sha Nacino is a global keynote speaker on human connection and compassionate leadership. She was named one of the World’s Top 30 Motivational Speakers by Global Gurus, alongside Simon Sinek and Gary Vaynerchuk—the only Asian on the list. A 2-time TEDx speaker and former adjunct faculty at the Asian Institute of Management, Sha has spoken across Asia, North America, Europe, and Australia. She is the author of 16 books, including her latest, SEEN: Good Leaders Have Vision. Great Leaders See., and host of the Fearless Possibilities podcast. Her work has been recognized the the United Nations Global Entrepreneur Council and World Humanitarian Drive.

Website and video: https://www.shanacino.com

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Join Fabi Cariño as she shares her journey from silence to speaking up, the mission behind curating TEDx events, and her passion for empowering Filipino voices globally. In this insightful conversation, Fabi opens up about workplace challenges, breaking stereotypes, and the leadership lessons she’s learned along the way.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Fabi empowers Filipino voices and creates space for women to be heard.
  
  
  
• Signs of toxic workplace cultures—and how leaders can shift them.
  
  
  
• The importance of self-awareness, humility, and lifelong learning for effective leadership.
  
  
  
• Why valuing every team member, no matter their role, leads to greater engagement and loyalty.
  
  
  
• Lessons on resilience, authenticity, and embracing rejection as redirection.

Timestamps:
00:00:05 – Warming Up for Success
00:00:48 – Preparation for TEDx and Perfectionism
00:01:43 – The Mission Behind Curating TEDx
00:02:45 – Empowering Filipino Voices Globally
00:04:00 – Passion for Representation and Breaking Stereotypes
00:05:56 – From Silence to Speaking Up: Fabi’s Journey
00:08:13 – Challenges as a Filipino Woman in the Workplace
00:09:13 – A Story of Feeling Unseen: The Job Interview Experience
00:13:01 – Staying Authentic Despite Rejection
00:14:04 – Lifelong Learning and Growth Mindset
00:17:47 – Workplace Challenges: Retention, Burnout & Leadership Issues
00:20:20 – Identifying and Changing Toxic Work Cultures
00:27:13 – Valuing the Unseen People in Organizations
00:33:56 – Leadership Lessons: Self-Belief and Impact
00:45:39 – Looking Forward: Legacy, Learning, and Letting Go

Connect with Fabi Carino:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabicarino/

Connect with Sha Nacino:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sha-nacino/

Join Sha’s free email newsletter: https://shanacino.com/fearless

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About the speaker:

Sha Nacino is a global keynote speaker on human connection and compassionate leadership. She was named one of the World’s Top 30 Motivational Speakers by Global Gurus, alongside Simon Sinek and Gary Vaynerchuk—the only Asian on the list. A 2-time TEDx speaker and former adjunct faculty at the Asian Institute of Management, Sha has spoken across Asia, North America, Europe, and Australia. She is the author of 16 books, including her latest, SEEN: Good Leaders Have Vision. Great Leaders See., and host of the Fearless Possibilities podcast. Her work has been recognized the the United Nations Global Entrepreneur Council and World Humanitarian Drive.

Website and video: https://www.shanacino.com

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What happens when a company puts people over policy—and actually means it? 🎙️
In this episode, Sha Nacino sits down with Vanson So, People & Culture Leader at Canva, to explore the deeper questions behind building high-performing teams, creating safe workplaces, and leading with kindness.

Vanson shares candid insights on:

✨ Why kindness is a strategic advantage in leadership and organizational culture
✨ How “people over policy” looks in real life—even in a global company like Canva
✨ Building psychological safety so employees feel seen, valued, and empowered
✨ How leaders can read subtle cues and make space for quieter voices
✨ The real reason leadership can feel lonely—and what to do about it
✨ His biggest leadership lesson: how not advocating for himself changed the way he leads
✨ Why great leaders don’t fear people who are better than them

If you’re a leader, HR practitioner, founder, or aspiring changemaker who wants to lead with clarity, compassion, and courage, this conversation will reshape the way you think about teams—and about yourself.

00:00 – Introduction
00:21 – The Leader Who Shaped Vanson
01:55 – Corporate vs. Canva Leadership
03:28 – People Over Policy
04:31 – HR Lessons from the Pandemic
06:17 – Unlimited Leaves & Trust
08:30 – Values & Culture in Action
08:45 – What Vanson Is Most Proud Of
10:30 – How Canva Measures Impact
12:12 – Maintaining Culture While Scaling
14:22 – Canva Culture Behind the Scenes
16:00 – Why He Stays at Canva
16:59 – Message to His 25-Year-Old Self
18:37 – A Moment He Felt “Seen”
22:15 – Learning to Read Subtle Cues
24:46 – Becoming a Leader for the First Time
26:53 – Why Leaders Shouldn’t Fear Talent
28:48 – The Biggest Leadership Challenge
31:46 – His Toughest Feedback
34:22 – Designing Psychological Safety
39:53 – Encouraging Openness & Candor
40:07 – Fatherhood, Gaming & Leadership
42:55 – Fast & Fearless Round
43:03 – Making People Feel Seen
45:26 – One Message for Leaders
46:50 – What Leaders Don’t Admit Enough
50:14 – The Power of Community
51:06 – Why He Said Yes to the Podcast
52:27 – Possibility Thinking
54:04 – Sha Answers Vanson’s Question
56:08 – Reflection & Growth

Connect with Vanson So:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvansonso/

Connect with Sha Nacino:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sha-nacino/

Join Sha’s free email newsletter: https://shanacino.com/fearless

Thank you for listening!

About the speaker:

Sha Nacino is a global keynote speaker on human connection and compassionate leadership. She was named one of the World’s Top 30 Motivational Speakers by Global Gurus, alongside Simon Sinek and Gary Vaynerchuk—the only Asian on the list. A 2-time TEDx speaker and former adjunct faculty at the Asian Institute of Management, Sha has spoken across Asia, North America, Europe, and Australia. She is the author of 16 books, including her latest, SEEN: Good Leaders Have Vision. Great Leaders See., and host of the Fearless Possibilities podcast. Her work has been recognized the the United Nations Global Entrepreneur Council and World Humanitarian Drive.

Website and video: https://www.shanacino.com

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