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Maren Perry is the founder and CEO of Arden Coaching, a certified consultant and coach who has spent 18 years developing leaders, from new managers to the C-suite.
In this episode of The PowerTalk Show, Maren explains why leaders don't need more information. They need to know how to apply it. AI can pull up 75 delegation tools in seconds, but it can't tell you which one fits your style, your fears or your organization.
What you'll learn:- Why the biggest leadership challenge today is preparing leaders for organizations that may look different in six months- The ARDN8: eight leadership dimensions, from emotional intelligence to strategic thinking- Why leadership development must start with an assessment, not a content dump- How AI helps with speed, and where humans remain essential- Why subscription and LMS-style training only works when information is what's missing- How to stand out in a saturated coaching market- The entrepreneurial lesson that matters most: keep going
Chapters:00:00 Introduction00:28 The story behind Arden Coaching01:52 Challenges facing C-level leaders and directors03:31 The ARDN8 leadership dimensions05:35 AI and professional development08:12 Scaling in a saturated coaching market10:02 Lessons from building a business10:58 Leadership style and the value of joy11:51 The 3 to 5 year vision12:58 Will LMS and subscription training replace coaching?14:22 The advice that changed everything
Memorable quote:"Information is not the problem. The challenge for leaders is the application."
About the guest:Maren Perry is the founder and CEO of Arden Coaching, founded in 2007. She holds a degree in cognitive science and previously worked in global event management for organizations including the Annenberg Foundation and Blackstone. Arden Coaching offers one-on-one executive coaching and the Arden Leadership Academy.
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/dUGZ_ZZ9MpAFull episode page: https://businesstalksweekly.com/maren-perry-arden-coaching-information-isnt-the-problem-application-is/
About the show:The PowerTalk Show, powered by Business Talks Weekly, is a B2B podcast from Dubai hosted by Navin Shetty. It features unscripted interviews with founders, investors and operators shaping business across the GCC and beyond.
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#PowerTalkShow #Leadership #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment

What does it really take to run a large-scale fuel distribution and retail operation in one of the world's most regulated markets — California?
In this episode of the PowerTalk Show, host Navin Shetty sits down with Abed Aish, Chief Operating Officer of Double AA Corporation — a San Francisco-based fuel distributor, wholesale operator, and retail gas station network that has been serving California and beyond for over 40 years.
Abed brings a sharp, no-nonsense perspective to some of the most pressing questions in the energy world today: Why are oil prices surprisingly low despite ongoing geopolitical tensions? What does the EV revolution really mean for traditional fuel businesses? And how is a family-run enterprise using AI to stay competitive in a fast-changing market?
Inside this episode:
✅The global oil demand slump and the "China Factor."
✅Why Hybrids are a bigger threat to fuel volume than EVs.
✅Navigating the "Boutique Blends" and volatility of the California market.
✅Leadership lessons: Working for a founder and leading by example.
✅Entrepreneurial advice: Building your own tools with AI.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, energy professional, or simply curious about how fuel gets from the refinery to your tank — this episode is packed with insight and real-world experience.
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#FuelIndustry #EnergyBusiness #DoubleAACorporation #CaliforniaFuel #PowerTalkShow #Entrepreneurship #FamilyBusiness #OilAndGas #EVs #AI #BusinessLeadership #WholesaleFuel #StartupAdvice

Stop putting band-aids on your skin problems! 🛑
In this episode, Navin Shetty interviews Dr. Mimi Vega, a PhD biochemist and former biotech executive who is changing the way we look at skin. After 20 years in biopharma and a featured appearance on Dragon’s Den, Dr. Vega explains why the "Microbiota" is the missing link in your beauty routine.
What we discuss:
The difference between the gut and skin microbiota.
The "Three Barriers" of the skin: Water, Oil, and Micro-flora.
Why the "One Human Skin" framework applies to everyone—regardless of gender or skin type.
Dr. Vega's 35-ingredient formula vs. traditional "Hero Ingredient" marketing.
Entrepreneurial lessons on mindset and the "Hell Yes" rule.
Dr. Vega is currently finishing a book to further simplify these complex biochemical concepts for the everyday consumer. If you’ve ever been frustrated by your skin, this is a must-watch.
If you are interested to feature as a guest in The PowerTalk Show and spread your product/service or brand across our audience, please reach out to us on press@businesstalksweekly.com
Collaborate with Dr Vega: https://www.instagram.com/vgambiome.ca & https://www.instagram.com/dr.mimichemistry/
Here is Dr Mimi's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mireillevega/
V*GAM Biome's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/vgam-biome/
#SkinScience #Microbiota #Biochemistry #HealthyAging #SkincareRevolution #DrMimiVega #PowerTalkShow

Is LinkedIn the "gold mine" your B2B SaaS company is missing? 💎
In this episode, Navin Shetty welcomes Anthony Blatner, founder of SpeedWorks Social. With over $100M in managed ad spend, Anthony reveals the exact frameworks used by top tech brands to lower acquisition costs and scale demand.
What you’ll learn:
Why "specificity" is the #1 rule of B2B marketing.
How to use LinkedIn's Thought Leader Ads to triple engagement.
The truth about AI-generated content and why "personal touch" still wins.
How to map out a 360-degree customer journey for enterprise deals.
Anthony’s "Green Light" philosophy for career and business growth.
Anthony also shared a powerful piece of career advice: "Follow the green lights." Look for where the flow is, where the demand is high, and double down on what’s working.
Visit SpeedworkSocial.com for more information.
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#B2BMarketing #LinkedInAds #SaaSGrowth #DigitalAdvertising #AnthonyBlatner #PowerTalkShow

Is the FICO score a relic of the past? 🏛️
In this episode, Navin Shetty talks with Peter Maher, CEO of FLOTE (Ovanti), about how they are bypassing traditional credit checks to provide liquidity to millions of "debit-only" consumers.
What we cover:
Why the credit score is a "lagging metric" that punishes the wrong people.
How FLOTE uses cash flow data to approve users in real-time.
The role of Agentic AI in building a world-class risk engine with a tiny team.
Navigating the "controlled chaos" of a U.S. fintech launch for an ASX-listed player.
The "Affordability for Good" philosophy.
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#Fintech #BNPL #CreditScore #FLOTE #PeterMaher #PowerTalkShow #PaymentsInnovation
 

Is your startup scaling or just burning cash? 🔥
In this episode, Navin Shetty sits down with April Palmer (Hot Mess Boss), a venture creation expert and sales veteran who has worked with giants like ADP and American Express. April reveals why the "founder survival mode" is the biggest barrier to growth and how to use "creative audacity" to win clients.
We discuss:
Why "insatiable curiosity" is a better sales tool than a pitch deck.
The "Severance on Day 1" hiring strategy.
How to use the "They Ask, You Answer" framework to inform buyers.
April’s "Cheesecake" and "Custom Newspaper" outreach tactics.
The importance of solving "unsexy" problems for real revenue.
Connect with April Palmer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hotmessboss/ 
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#Scaling #SalesStrategy #FounderTips #HotMessBoss #Entrepreneurship #PowerTalkShow #AprilPalmer