YESS Impact Podcast

Nr. 22 Unlocking Your Brain’s Potential: Focus, Success & Neuropreneurship with Mona Ghazi – S3 E2

🎙️ YESS Impact Podcast – Episode with Mona Ghazi
In this episode of the YESS Impact Podcast, I speak with Mona Ghazi – award-winning entrepreneur, neuroscientist, and founder of the Neuropreneur Institute – about ambition, burnout, and how the brain really works under pressure.
Mona started studying business at 14, founded her first company at 16, and was quickly labeled a prodigy. At 21, she hit burnout, sold her startup, and radically redefined success. Today, she’s completing a PhD in Neuro-Entrepreneurship, helping high performers achieve results with less stress and more clarity.
We talk about:
Growing up in an engineering household and early entrepreneurship
Burnout as a turning point and identity shift
How brain waves influence focus, creativity, and stress
Setting goals the brain actually believes in
Hypnosis, lucid dreaming, and subconscious insight
Common mindset traps of high-potential leaders
A must-listen for founders and leaders who want sustainable success without burnout.
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Nr. 21 Leading with the Mind: Healing Trauma & Preventing Burnout - Bruna Rascassi - S3 E1

In this powerful episode of the YESS Impact Podcast, I sit down with Bruna Rascassi - psychoanalyst, mental health expert, and resilience coach - to uncover the real tools you need to prevent burnout, heal from loss and trauma, and build unshakable emotional resilience. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, high performer, or someone navigating the pain of burnout or grief, this conversation will give you practical strategies to strengthen your mind, protect your energy, and thrive in today’s fast-paced world. We cover:
- Why Bruna chose psychology - and how a traumatizing personal loss led her to dedicate her life to helping others heal
- The most common limiting beliefs in Switzerland — and how to break free
- Burnout prevention tips for entrepreneurs and leaders
- How to spot early signs of exhaustion before it’s too late - Healing trauma and loss with alternative therapies
- The role of spirituality in mental health
- Emotional intelligence: lessons from Brazil vs. Switzerland
- The biggest mental health trends shaping the future
Bruna combines neuroscience, psychology, and spirituality to help people find clarity, overcome challenges, and step into emotional mastery. If you’ve ever felt overworked, drained, or held back by past trauma, this episode is your invitation to rebuild resilience and unlock your full potential. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share the podcast to spread these insights with more entrepreneurs and changemakers. Get in contact with Bruna - email: brunarascassi@gmail.com and intagram: @brunarascassi
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Nr. 20 Redefining Finance: Nadine Jürgensen on Closing the Gender Wealth Gap - S2 E8

In Episode 20 of the YESS Impact Podcast, Luise Ammerschuber sits down with Nadine Jürgensen, co-founder of elleXX, lawyer, columnist, and trailblazing advocate for financial empowerment. Nadine shares her inspiring journey - from her early days as a Swiss TV presenter at 11 to building elleXX, a platform dedicated to closing the gender wealth gap.
Together, they discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, navigating difficult times, and balancing multiple roles as a professional. Nadine dives into the importance of financial education for women and children, innovative financial products, and how empowerment in finance fuels broader gender equality.
Nadine opens up about her birth experiences, shedding light on the physical and emotional challenges many women face - yet a topic rarely discussed.
Tune in for personal insights, actionable advice, and a rapid-fire Q&A that reveals Nadine's favorite books, leadership style, and much more!
Don’t miss this powerful and inspiring episode of YESS Impact Podcast.

Nr. 19 AI and Leadership: Shaping the Future with Katrin J. Yuan – S2 E7

In this episode, we dive into the mind of Katrin J. Yuan, a trailblazer and futurist shaping the world of AI, leadership, and diversity. As a Top 100 Woman of the Future, board member, and keynote speaker, Katrin shares her career journey, the latest trends in AI, and her vision for more inclusive boardrooms. Discover her secrets to personal branding, daily motivation, and the impact she hopes to make in the coming years. Plus, don’t miss her take on Two Truths and a Lie - can you spot the truth? Tune in for an inspiring conversation on innovation, inclusion, and the future of leadership.
Sponsored by Admicasa
Produced by Regina Alves da Silva (reginabrury.ch)
Reach out to Katrin J. Yuan:
Swiss Future Institute https://www.linkedin.com/company/swiss-future-institute
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrin-j-yuan/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katrinjyuan/
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@katrinjyuan

Nr. 18 Bezahlbares Wohnen & Rentenreform: Zukunftsstrategien Schweiz mit Danny Schlumpf– S2 E6

In dieser spannenden Folge sprechen wir mit Danny Schlumpf, dem CEO der Admicasa Management AG und Geschäftsführer der Terra Helvetica Anlagestiftung. Als ehemaliger Bundeshaus- und Wirtschaftsredakteur des SonntagsBlicks und Autor des Buches Das Rentendebakel, teilt Danny seine einzigartigen Einblicke in die dringend benötigten Reformen des Schweizer Rentensystems und innovative Lösungen für bezahlbares Wohnen.
Themen der Folge:
Journalistische Erfahrungen und deren Einfluss auf seine heutige Tätigkeit als CEO
Die Zukunft der Schweizer Altersvorsorge und mögliche Reformen
Innovatives Immobilienmanagement mit Fokus auf Nachhaltigkeit
Tipps, wie man trotz beruflicher Herausforderungen den persönlichen Ausgleich findet
Möglichkeiten, wie jede Person im Alltag zur positiven Zukunft der Schweiz beitragen kann
Hören Sie rein und entdecken Sie Danny Schlumpfs Vision für ein nachhaltigeres und gerechteres Schweiz!
Sponsored by Admicasa.
Production: Regina Alves da Silva

Nr. 17 Longevity with Tobias Reichmuth: Investing in Tomorrow – S2 E5

In this episode, I sit down with Tobias Reichmuth, a visionary entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of multiple groundbreaking companies. From building his first startup at 21 and exiting in 2003 to founding Europe's leading climate-change infrastructure fund, SUSI Partners, Tobias has continually pushed the boundaries of innovation. As a co-founder of Crypto Finance Group and The Singularity Group, he has been at the forefront of emerging technologies, with over 20 startups under his belt. You may also recognize him as an investor on the German version of Shark Tank, "Höhle der Löwen."
Join us as Tobias shares his unique insights on the future of longevity and investing in breakthrough innovations. We explore his entrepreneurial journey, the technologies that could extend human life, and what it takes to identify and invest in the next big idea. Tobias also gives us a glimpse into his adventurous life, from a two-year world trip in a van to navigating some of his toughest career moments.
Perfect for anyone looking to understand the future of innovation, entrepreneurship, and investing. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with Tobias Reichmuth!

Nr. 16 Von der Journalistin zur CEO der Real Estate Award AG: Mara Schlumpf - S2 E4

In dieser Episode sprechen wir mit Mara Schlumpf, CEO der Real Estate Award AG, die ihre bemerkenswerte Reise von der Journalistin zur preisgekrönten Führungskraft in der Immobilienbranche teilt. Mara gibt uns spannende Einblicke in ihren Karrierewechsel, ihre Visionen für den Real Estate Award und die Bedeutung von Nachhaltigkeit in der Branche. Außerdem spricht sie offen über persönliche Herausforderungen, wie ihre vergangene Krebserkrankung und ihren Lebensweg. Erhalte wertvolle Tipps für Führungskräfte, lerne aus ihren Erfahrungen und lasse dich von ihrem Engagement und ihrem Weg inspirieren.

Nr 15. Serge Aerne - Visionär im Immobilien- und Finanzsektor - S2 E3

In dieser spannenden Episode sprechen wir mit Serge Aerne, dem CEO und Inhaber der SJA Holding und Gründer der Admicasa Holding, wo er innovative Wege gefunden hat, Bau, Kapital und Vorsorge zu kombinieren. Zudem ist er Vorsitzender der Verwaltungsräte bei Homedeal24 AG, OPM Invest AG sowie Admicasa Holding AG und eine führende Persönlichkeit im Schweizer Immobilien- und Finanzsektor.
In unserem Gespräch teilt Serge Aerne seine Reise von den ersten Kindheitsträumen zum erfolgreichen Unternehmer und welche mutigen Risiken er auf diesem Weg eingegangen ist. Er gibt einen tiefen Einblick in die innovative Struktur von Admicasa und erklärt, wie die Kombination von Bau, Kapital und Vorsorge den Kunden zugutekommt. Serge spricht auch über das drängende Wohnungsproblem in Zürich und seine Ideen zur Lösung dieser Herausforderung durch gemeinschaftliche Anstrengungen.
Ein weiteres Thema ist Nachhaltigkeit und ESG (Environment, Social, Governance). Serge gibt Beispiele der Erfolge seiner Unternehmen in diesem Bereich und gibt einen Ausblick auf zukünftige Projekte. Er betont die Bedeutung von Innovation und erklärt, wie er es schafft, immer am Puls der Zeit zu bleiben. Neben seinen unternehmerischen Erfolgen erfahren wir auch, wer Serge Aerne als Privatperson ist, was ihn in seiner Freizeit begeistert und inspiriert.
Zum Abschluss teilt Serge seinen wertvollsten Tipp für die nächste Generation von Unternehmern. Diese Episode ist voller wertvoller Einblicke und inspirierender Geschichten von einem der führenden Unternehmer der Schweiz.
Hören Sie rein, um von Serge Aernes Erfahrungen und Visionen zu lernen und sich inspirieren zu lassen!

Nr. 14 Kojo Annan - Upholding Kofi Annan's Legacy: Business Innovation & Social Impact in Africa - S2 E2

In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Kojo Annan, a serial entrepreneur and investor deeply committed to Africa's growth and development. Kojo has been instrumental in establishing ventures across various sectors including infrastructure, technology, sport, education, and biotech. He passionately leverages business and sports for social impact, continuing the legacy of his father, Kofi Annan.Key Highlights:
Multicultural Influence: Growing up in Geneva as the son of Kofi Annan, and how this unique multicultural environment shaped his worldview.
Entrepreneurial Journey: Starting his career in Lagos, Nigeria, and how the entrepreneurial spirit of the city influenced his career path.
Digitalization in Africa: How digitalization is creating new opportunities in Africa and the role of Kojo's company, Vector Global, in fostering these developments.
Sports and Community Transformation: The transformative power of sports in African communities, through engagements with Vevey FC, the Global Institute For Sports, and Africa10.
Life and Legacy: The best life advice from his father, Kofi Annan, and key lessons Kojo hopes to pass on to the next generation.
Tune in to hear Kojo Annan's insights on upholding his father’s legacy through innovative business practices and impactful social initiatives across Africa.

Nr. 13 Web3 - Breaking Barriers with Salama Belghali - S2 E1

In this inspiring episode, we welcome Salama Belghali, a pioneering force in the Web3 arena. As the founder of Women in Web3 Global and Salama Belghali Consulting, Salama has made significant strides in promoting diversity and technological advancement. Featured twice in Forbes, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our discussion.
We explore:
- Understanding Web3 and Its Importance: Salama explains what Web3 is and why it is essential compared to current technologies.
- Inspiring Journey: Insights into what led Salama into the Web3 space and her motivations.
- Impact of Blockchain: Practical examples of blockchain applications in developing countries and their transformative effects.
- Advocating for Diversity: The challenges and opportunities for women in Web3, especially in developing regions, and the goals of the newly launched African chapter
- Future Outlook: Predictions for the future of Web3, the role of emerging technologies like AI, and strategies for building a thriving global community of specialists.
Join us to hear from Salama Belghali on how Web3 is revolutionizing the tech world and the critical role of diversity in this evolution.
#Web3 #Blockchain #WomenInTech#DiversityInTech #FutureOfWork #AI #SocialImpact