Leadership,
Brand & Transformation
Leadership,
Brand & Transformation
Delivered more than
International Talks
Hosted over
Podcast Episodes
Created more than
Blog Posts
Published
Award-Winning Books
Delivered more than
International Talks
Hosted over
Podcast Episodes
Created more than
Blog Posts
Published
Award-Winning Books
Books by Minter Dial
Heartificial Empathy, Putting Heart into Business and Artificial Intelligence
Heartificial Empathy, 2nd edition, released in April 2023, looks at why and how, in the face of the new developments in society and AI, brands should learn to flex their empathic muscle. With numerous cases and interviews, it examines how to encode empathy into your business and into Artificial Intelligence. This second edition won the Maincrest Media Award 2023 in the category of Business Management. Get your copy here. Disponible en français aussi ici.
You Lead, How Being Yourself Makes You A Better Leader
You Lead (Kogan Page), which won the Business Book Award 2022 in the category of Leadership, argues that business leaders deliver superior results, communities of engagement both inside and outside of the company and true values-driven success when they are themselves and come across as genuine. Get your copy here. Disponible en français aussi ici.
Futureproof, How To Get Your Business Ready For The Next Disruption
Futureproof (Pearson-FT Press), cowritten with Caleb Storkey, explores the three core mindsets and twelve disruptive technologies that you must have in today’s age to help you grow your business, see success and get ready for the next disruption. Futureproof won the Business Book Award 2018. Get your copy here.
The Last Ring Home, A POW's Lasting Legacy of Courage, Love and Honor in World War II
The Last Ring Home is the story of Lt Minter Dial’s Annapolis Naval Academy ring that miraculously made its way home 17 years after he was killed as a POW of the Japanese in WWII. The book won the Book Excellence Award 2018. It’s also the subject of an award-winning documentary film. Get your copy here.
The Human RenAIssance Series
Human RenAIssance (H ∞ R) is a project inspired by Humanism and Techno-Optimism promoting the symbiosis of human ingenuity and technological innovation. H ∞ R initiatives grow talent abundance by transforming the perception of one’s potential, helping individuals grasp the spirit of self-discovery and build personal intelligence to live a fuller life and promote progress on a global scale. These ebooks, coauthored with Lena Rantsevich, founder of Reputy.io, are part of the H ∞ R series.
Meaningful Communication
This book, published in 2024, was written using the outputs and contributions from a wide array of experts. Its purpose is to look at the relevance of Meaningful Communication in the workplace, with the pragmatic goal of growing business effectiveness and creating a thriving culture. Get your copy here.
Making Empathy Count
This book, published in 2024, was the result of a collaboration with a wide array of experts. Its purpose is to look at the relevance of empathy in the workplace, explore how to evaluate and measure it, and investigate how better to match candidates with companies. Get your copy (paperback or Kindle) here.
Minter Dial Blog
Triple Win Leadership: Will Linssen on Unlocking Potential Through Coaching (MDE620)
This podcast explores leadership challenges in today’s complex business environment. Will Linssen, author of “Triple Win Leadership Coaching,” discusses the state of leadership, emphasizing that only 5-8% of leaders are considered effective. He delves into the impact of ego on leadership and the importance of humility. Linssen introduces his coaching methodology, focusing on co-creating change with coworkers and building trust. The conversation covers topics such as authenticity, transparency, and the balance between personal and professional aspects in leadership. Linssen also explains his approach to assessing coachability and the paradox of structure creating freedom in coaching.
Key points:
1. Ego is the main obstacle to effective leadership, while humility acts as a catalyst for improvement.
2. Co-creation with coworkers is essential for successful leadership in diverse, international environments.
Review of Padel Band
The Padel Band promises to revolutionize your padel game with smart analytics and advanced tracking. But after a month-long delivery delay and unreliable performance, it fell far short of expectations. With 25% of my matches failing to record and vague explanations of shot analysis, the €154.99 gadget felt more like a prototype than a finished product. The concept is impressive—detailed stats, performance cards, and personalized feedback—but real-world execution lacks polish. Unless major improvements are made, serious players are better off investing in quality coaching or more reliable tech. A compelling idea, poorly executed.
Juan Martín Díaz: Secrets of a 30-Year Career in Elite Padel (JOPS03E14)
Juan Martín Díaz, a former professional padel player, shares his journey from tennis to padel legend. He reveals anecdotes about the sport’s beginnings, the evolution of the rules, and his unique playing style. Díaz offers a candid perspective on the importance of the relationship with one’s partner on and off the court. He analyzes the current state of the professional circuit, discusses possible rule changes, and reflects on the future of padel, including its Olympic potential. The podcast concludes with a moving personal anecdote that illustrates the dedication and balance required in the life of an elite athlete.
Beyond Marginal Gains: Rob Mugglestone’s Quest for High Performance (MDE619)
Rob Mugglestone, author of “Beyond Marginal Gains,” discusses high performance strategies in sports and business. He explores the limitations of traditional marginal gains approaches and introduces his OMIT and ATC models for accelerating improvement. Rob shares insights on prioritizing high-impact changes, distinguishing between optimal and maximal performance, and the importance of resilience in leadership. Using examples from sports and the music industry, he illustrates how unconventional thinking can lead to breakthrough results. The conversation delves into the challenges of fostering high performance cultures while avoiding burnout, and Rob reflects on how writing the book evolved his own views on achieving excellence.
From Battlefield to Stage: Ukrainian Opera Singers’ Incredible Survival & Hope | Cultural Forces
Discover the extraordinary journeys of Ukrainian opera singers Iurii Ivaskevich and Sergii Ivanchuk as they transition from the grand stages to the frontlines in defense of their country. In an inspiring interview, they recount their experiences during the early moments of Russia’s invasion, the life-changing events that followed—including severe injuries and months of recovery—and the critical role of the Cultural Forces initiative, founded by TV personality Mykolai Sierga.
Cultural Forces brings together Ukraine’s creative community to support and uplift wounded soldiers and civilians through the healing power of music and art. Both Iurii and Sergii share powerful reflections on survival, loss, and humanity, and how their return to music is now a mission for hope and unity in Ukraine’s darkest hours.
Watch as these remarkable artists reveal what it means to find purpose and resilience through culture—even in the midst of war.
Cultural Forces with Mykolai Sierga: Ukraine’s Secret Weapon in International Relations (MDE618)
This podcast features an interview with Mikolai Sierga, founder of Cultural Forces, an organisation using art and culture to support Ukraine during the war. Sierga discusses how he joined the army, created Cultural Forces, and uses music and storytelling to connect with audiences worldwide. He shares experiences from performances in the US and Europe, highlighting the power of culture in conveying Ukraine’s message and values.
Key points:
1. Culture and art are powerful tools for sharing Ukraine’s story and building international support.
2. Personal stories and emotional connections are more effective than statistics in engaging audiences and changing perceptions about the war.
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