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Hard Times Make Strong People…Rise Up — w/Guest Dr. Raluca Ionescu
Manage episode 475077049 series 3285782
In this episode of Grow Yourself, I sit down with the brilliant and deeply insightful Dr. Raluca Maria Ionescu—a former lawyer, negotiation expert, organizational psychologist, and leadership coach.We dive into the heart of her powerful philosophy: "Hard Times Make Strong People… Rise Up." Drawing from her experiences growing up in communist Romania and her expertise in leadership and negotiation, Raluca challenges modern ideas around comfort, conflict, and what it really means to be strong.In this wide-ranging and eye-opening conversation, we explore:
- Why so many people feel lost or weak in an age of prosperity
- The difference between strength (intrinsic) and force (external)
- Why discomfort, challenge, and even conflict are essential for growth
- How leaders can cultivate true inner strength—not just strategy or technique
- What it takes to develop strength through trust, perseverance, and authenticity
Whether you’re a leader, a learner, or someone seeking to grow stronger through life’s challenges—not just bounce back from them—this episode will shift your mindset and inspire your next step forward.Tune in now and start your journey toward transformation!
Listen on Audio Platforms:
Apple - https://tinyurl.com/GrowYourselfApple
Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/GrowYourselfSpotify
LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty
Connect with Raluca Website: growmind.eu
Follow her on LinkedIn: Raluca Maria Ionescu
Connect with Kevin:
X: @kevinspeaks2u
LI: @kevinmcnultyspeaks
FB: @kevinrichardmcnulty
IG: @kevinmcnultyspeaks
LinkTree: linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty
77 episodes
Manage episode 475077049 series 3285782
In this episode of Grow Yourself, I sit down with the brilliant and deeply insightful Dr. Raluca Maria Ionescu—a former lawyer, negotiation expert, organizational psychologist, and leadership coach.We dive into the heart of her powerful philosophy: "Hard Times Make Strong People… Rise Up." Drawing from her experiences growing up in communist Romania and her expertise in leadership and negotiation, Raluca challenges modern ideas around comfort, conflict, and what it really means to be strong.In this wide-ranging and eye-opening conversation, we explore:
- Why so many people feel lost or weak in an age of prosperity
- The difference between strength (intrinsic) and force (external)
- Why discomfort, challenge, and even conflict are essential for growth
- How leaders can cultivate true inner strength—not just strategy or technique
- What it takes to develop strength through trust, perseverance, and authenticity
Whether you’re a leader, a learner, or someone seeking to grow stronger through life’s challenges—not just bounce back from them—this episode will shift your mindset and inspire your next step forward.Tune in now and start your journey toward transformation!
Listen on Audio Platforms:
Apple - https://tinyurl.com/GrowYourselfApple
Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/GrowYourselfSpotify
LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty
Connect with Raluca Website: growmind.eu
Follow her on LinkedIn: Raluca Maria Ionescu
Connect with Kevin:
X: @kevinspeaks2u
LI: @kevinmcnultyspeaks
FB: @kevinrichardmcnulty
IG: @kevinmcnultyspeaks
LinkTree: linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty
77 episodes
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