Hosted by Ryan Leffel · EN · 20 episodes
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"That Pivotal Moment of Change" is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the often winding and unpredictable paths that define our careers. In each episode, we explore the diverse journeys of individuals from various disciplines, focusing on the pivotal moments that have significantly shaped their professional and personal lives. Our guests share their stories of success and failure, each packed with unique lessons that offer valuable insights into resilience, decision-making, and the impact of unexpected opportunities. By delving into these transformative experiences, the podcast aims to inspire listeners to reflect on their own career trajectories and to understand that every challenge and triumph comes with lessons that pave the way for future success.
Ryan Leffel hosts That Pivotal Moment of Change, a business show with 20 episodes published.
What does it take to build a personal brand that opens doors—and still feels authentic? In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Lorraine K. Lee shares her journey from editorial leader at LinkedIn and Prezi to
In this episode, Roger Rohatgi shares the remarkable journey that led him from designing rave flyers and producing an award-winning film to becoming Chief AI Officer at Chai. Roger opens up about how building an app to h
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Kevin Hawkins shares a thoughtful look at his evolution from building products to building high-performing teams. Reflecting on experiences that span from fintech startup
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, I sit down with Tim Gilligan, whose career has taken him from immersive theater productions in New York to the world of design operations at Capital One. Tim’s story chal
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, we sit down with Matt Walsh — Founder & CEO of Greenstone and a veteran behind some of the most iconic digital agency work of the last two decades. Matt takes us back to
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, I sit down with Philip VanDusen, a creative visionary whose career journey is a testament to the power of reinvention. From his early days as a fine artist selling prints
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Uta Knablein, a seasoned product and design executive, shares the pivotal moments that shaped her leadership journey—from driving UX innovation at Nickelodeon to leading
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Kip Voytek shares how his career—starting in political consulting and speechwriting—evolved into game design, UX, data strategy, and digital business transformation, all
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Sophia Prater, CEO & Founder of Rewired and Chief Evangelist for Object-Oriented UX (OOUX), shares how a pivotal challenge designing CNN’s 2012 election results platform
Peter Merholz has never followed a conventional path—and that’s exactly what has made him one of the most influential voices in UX and design leadership. In this episode, Peter shares his journey with rare self-awareness
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Valerie Madden shares her journey as a creative leader in entertainment marketing, from launching iconic TV shows at NBC and Amazon to navigating unexpected career pivots
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, host Ryan Leffel sits down with Felix Lee, co-founder of ADPList, a platform that has transformed mentorship for professionals across product, engineering, design, market
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, we talk with Teresa Cain—Product & UX Leader and best-selling author of Solving Problems in Two Hours and Next-Gen Product Management. Teresa shares her career journey, f
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, we explore the inspiring journey of Connor Joyce—researcher, author of Bridging Intention and Impact, and influencer. Connor shares how he navigated setbacks, embraced ch
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Richard Dalton, Head of Design for Consumer at Verizon, reflects on the twists and turns that shaped his remarkable career. From navigating career pivots to embracing lea
This week, I’m thrilled to welcome Paul Strike, a UX and digital experience leader who has spent over a decade shaping transformative design strategies. In our conversation, Paul takes us on a journey through his career,
In this episode, Catt Small, a staff designer and founder of the Games Devs of Color Expo, shares her journey from graphic design to UX mastery. She reflects on her growth as a designer, emphasizing the importance of emp
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, we sit down with Susie Hall, President of Community and Customer Engagement at Equinox, to explore the transformative power of kindness, curiosity, and authentic relation
In this episode of That Pivotal Moment of Change, Jack Teuber shares the story of his remarkable career journey, spanning from Capitol Hill journalist to leading PwC’s in-house creative agency during a transformative era
In this episode, Bob reflects on how a creative upbringing, a passion for design, mentorship, and the power of networking paved his path from hands-on design to impactful leadership. From overcoming career setbacks to cu
Lorraine K. Lee
Bestselling Author · Rise Learning Solutions
1 appearance on this show
Lorraine K. Lee
Executive Presence Expert, Keynote Speaker, Author of Unforgettable Presence · RISE Learning Solutions
1 appearance on this show
Kevin Hawkins
VP of Product Design & Research · UsabilityHub & UserTesting
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Matt Walsh
filmmaker, podcaster, best-selling children’s author · Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
1 appearance on this show
Philip VanDusen
former VP of Design · Verhaal Brand Design
1 appearance on this show
Sophia Prater
CEO & Founder · Rewired UX
1 appearance on this show
Peter Merholz
co-author of Org Design for Design Orgs · Adaptive Path
1 appearance on this show
Felix Lee
CEO and co-founder · ADP List
1 appearance on this show
Connor Joyce
researcher, author of Bridging Intention and Impact, influencer · Microsoft
1 appearance on this show
Catt Small
staff designer and founder · Games Devs of Color Expo
1 appearance on this show
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