The Generalists

著者: Raz Kotler and Michael Smith Jr.
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  • The hosts Raz Kotler & Michael Smith Jr., interview people around how they arrived in Singapore, their careers, their personal journeys and how the concept of being a Generalist influences their life and career. All episodes currently filmed F2F in the Poddster Singapore studios.
    Raz Kotler and Michael Smith Jr.
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The hosts Raz Kotler & Michael Smith Jr., interview people around how they arrived in Singapore, their careers, their personal journeys and how the concept of being a Generalist influences their life and career. All episodes currently filmed F2F in the Poddster Singapore studios.
Raz Kotler and Michael Smith Jr.
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  • #23 :: Rob Bier, Author & Coach – Smooth Scaling, Building Friction-Free Teams & Businesses!
    2025/04/13

    In this episode, we welcome Rob Bier, a leadership coach, founder, investor, and author of Smooth Scaling: 20 Rituals to Build a Friction-Free Organization. Rob has coached over 40 scale-ups, including several unicorns and a decacorn, and brings deep insight into what makes organizations scale effectively. We dive into rituals, team dynamics, and frameworks like the Productivity & Positivity 2x2. Rob also discusses the limits of OKRs, the myth of training, and why great dialogue is more valuable than great systems. A must-listen for founders and leaders serious about smooth scaling.


    Hosts:

    Michael Smith Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/smittysgp/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Razko Kotler: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/razko282/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Guest:

    Rob Bier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbier/


    Links Mentioned:

    • Rob Bier Official Site / Smooth Scaling Book: https://smoothscalingbook.com
    • Trellis Partners: https://www.trellis.partners
    • MoneySmart: https://www.moneysmart.sg
    • OnLoop: https://www.onloop.com
    • Waggle (AI for Better Meetings): https://www.waggle.team
    • Athletic Brewing Co. (non-alcoholic beer): https://athleticbrewing.com
    • Lightspeed Southeast Asia Report: https://www.lsvp.com/research/southeast-asia-startup-ecosystem


    Books & Media Mentioned:

    • Smooth Scaling: 20 Rituals to Build a Friction-Free Organization by Rob Bier
      https://www.amazon.com/Smooth-Scaling-Rituals-Friction-Free-Organization/dp/1739158807
    • Occupied (TV Series, Norway): https://www.netflix.com/sg/title/80092654
    • Go Ahead Brother (TV Series, Poland): https://www.netflix.com/sg/title/81613239

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    55 分
  • #22 :: Avi Liran, Chief Delighting Officer – Kindness, Culture & Redefining Leadership!
    2025/04/02

    We welcome the ever-energetic and thought-provoking Avi Liran, Chief Delighting Officer and global speaker on culture, leadership, and kindness. Avi breaks down the art and science behind delighting people, building resilient leaders, and how a playful mindset combined with strategic depth can transform companies. From Israeli diplomacy to coaching Fortune 500 executives, Avi brings stories, frameworks, and radical rethinking that challenge conventional wisdom. We also explore his unique rituals like "smell the flower," his reflections on failure, and the importance of asking better questions. Get ready for an inspiring, funny, and heartfelt conversation that will stick with you.


    Hosts:

    Michael Smith Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/smittysgp/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Razko Kotler: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/razko282/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Guest:

    Avi Liran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avizliran/


    Links Mentioned:

    • Avi Liran Official Website: https://deliveringdelight.com
    • WD-40 Culture Story by Garry Ridge: https://www.wd40company.com/our-culture/
    • CLP Group Hong Kong: https://www.clpgroup.com
    • Six Seconds EQ Network: https://www.6seconds.org
    • Ministry of Education, Singapore: https://www.moe.gov.sg

    Books & Media Mentioned:

    • The Kings of Shanghai by Jonathan Kaufman: https://www.amazon.com/Kings-Shanghai-Rival-Dynasties-Changed/dp/0735224434
    • "Lonely People" by America: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrfZCChc0xk
    • "Streets of London" by Ralph McTell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiWomXklfv8
    • "Sympathy" by Rare Bird: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWHW9K9XK9g


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  • #21 :: Jeremy Tan, Tin Men Capital, Backing B2B founders 🦓 in Southeast Asia!
    2025/03/19

    We sit down with Jeremy Tan, Managing Partner at Tin Men Capital, to discuss the evolution of Southeast Asia’s B2B startup ecosystem, his transition from investment banking to venture capital, and his perspectives on founder life balance. Jeremy shares insights into the challenges and opportunities in scaling B2B companies, the need for a stronger exit pathway in Singapore, and his thoughts on what can be done to drive a more robust startup ecosystem.


    Hosts:

    Michael Smith Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/smittysgp/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Razko Kotler: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/razko282/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Guest:

    Jeremy Tan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytanpz/


    Links Mentioned:

    Tin Men Capital: https://www.tinmencapital.com

    • LSVP Southeast Asia Startup Ecosystem Report: https://www.lsvp.com/research/southeast-asia-startup-ecosystem

    • Morgan Stanley: https://www.morganstanley.com


    • Books & Media Mentioned:

      • Peace is Every Step – Thich Nhat Hanh:
        https://www.amazon.com/Peace-Every-Step-Mindfulness-Everyday/dp/0553351397
      • Squid Game Season 2 (TV Series):
        https://www.netflix.com/title/81040344

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    58 分

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