Lead with Levity

Ep. 112 Unpacking Transformational Leadership and Mindfulness

Exciting news! The latest episode of the Lead with Levity is here, and it’s filled with incredible insights and takeaways that you won’t want to miss.

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with an amazing guest, Aneace Haddad, who shared his wisdom on the power of mindfulness and self-reflection. Here are three key takeaways that really stood out to me:

1️⃣ Mindfulness is a game-changer – Aneace highlighted the immense benefits of mindfulness in our daily lives. By taking a step back from our autopilot routines and devices, we can become more intentional about our actions and the impact we want to have. Research has shown that mindfulness can improve our well-being and help us break free from the cycle of mindless living. It’s time to embrace the power of being present!

2️⃣ Your value goes beyond achievements – Aneace emphasized the importance of recognizing our intrinsic worth and value. He believes that every person is deeply worthy and valuable, regardless of their accomplishments or expertise. It’s not just about what we’ve produced or executed; it’s about understanding our unique worth and embracing it. Let’s search for and celebrate our true value!

3️⃣ Authenticity and vulnerability are key – Anece highlighted the significance of acknowledging our current situation and being honest with ourselves. Only by addressing our challenges and vulnerabilities can we embark on a journey of authenticity. It’s about being true to ourselves and embracing vulnerability as a strength. Let’s take that small jump from acknowledgment to authenticity!
I hope these takeaways resonate with you as much as they did with me. This episode was truly eye-opening, and I’m grateful to Aneace for sharing his valuable insights with us.


You can listen to the full episode on our podcast platform, and don’t forget to share your thoughts and reflections in the comments below. Let’s continue the conversation and support each other on our journey towards mindfulness and self-discovery.


About Aneace Haddad

Helping individuals and teams develop wisdom, trust and resilience is what I am most passionate about.

Over the past thirty-five years, I have launched and built technology companies in the US, Europe and Asia and have hired, mentored or coached hundreds of senior executives and their teams. I am a former tech chairman and CEO who reinvented himself over a decade ago, after discovering a love for coaching and facilitation. Today, I help leaders learn to inspire and motivate a diverse workforce, influence ever changing internal and external stakeholders, and adapt to fast-changing markets and conditions. I believe change, transition and reinvention gives executives a priceless opportunity to grow, transform, and expand the definition of who they are.

I have lived in six countries across four continents and have been bridging cultures and adapting to change and uncertainty since childhood. Singapore is now home, where I live with my wife and two stepchildren. My own adult children live in the United States and Australia. I am a grandfather of five, which I still find very hard to believe.