Welcome to this episode of OpenUp at the Workplace – Your #HRpodcast series about mental well-being.👉 Season #2 Episode #3 with Kayvan Kian, founder of the Young Leaders Forum and author of the bestselling What Is… trilogyWhat does it take to lead well in a world that’s constantly shifting? In this thought-provoking episode, Gijs Coppens, psychologist and CEO at OpenUp, sits down with Kayvan Kian to explore what modern leadership really requires, from staying grounded in complexity to creating space for curiosity and personal growth at work.Together, they discuss: 🌱 How self-awareness, empathy, and environmental sensitivity fuel modern leadership 💡 Why “knowing yourself” is a lifelong practice—not a one-time goal ⚖️ The tension between short-term action and long-term culture 🧠 Practical frameworks from Kayvan’s work on how to lead, grow, and thrive in uncertain timesWhether you’re leading a team, building a company, or reflecting on your own path, this episode offers insights you won’t want to miss.👉 About our HR podcast guest: Kayvan Kian has over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur, board advisor, and management consultant, helping thousands of leaders and teams navigate complexity and uncertainty. He is the founder of the Young Leaders Forum, a popular speaker and guest lecturer at institutions including Harvard Business School, HEC, and Sciences Po.Kayvan is the author of the bestselling What Is… trilogy: 📘 What Is Water? – on leading and growing in uncertainty 📙 What Is Wisdom? – practical thoughts for better decisions 📗 What Is Wonder? – on exploring your inner life and self-awarenessMore at: www.kayvankian.com🌟 OpenUp: Stay connected 🌐 Website: https://openup.com/We are OpenUp, the accessible platform for mental well-being. Already supporting over 1,500 organisations across Europe, we're on a mission to make mental well-being accessible to all. From 1:1 sessions and group sessions with psychologists to self-guided learning tools, OpenUp offers a 360° solution—anytime, anywhere.

🎙️ OpenUp at the Workplace | Season #2 Episode #2: Melinda Brooks on Gen Z, Anxiety & The Future of WorkWelcome to this episode of OpenUp at the Workplace – Your #HRpodcast series about mental well-being.👉 Episode #2 with Melinda Brooks, Chief People Officer at Polaroid.From shifting workplace expectations to the rise of mental health awareness, Gen Z is reshaping the future of work. But how can organisations adapt while fostering resilience and trust? In this episode, Gijs Coppens, psychologist and CEO at OpenUp, sits down with Melinda Brooks to discuss how leaders can support young employees, navigate workplace anxiety, and build cultures where people thrive.Together, they discuss:📢 What’s changed (and what hasn’t) in workplace expectations across generations⚡ The impact of Gen Z’s openness about mental health, and the challenges that come with it💡 How companies can balance psychological safety with resilience-building🚀 Practical strategies for leaders to create a purpose-driven, open workplace👉 About our HR podcast guest:Melinda Brooks is an experienced HR leader with a passion for people, culture, and workplace psychology. Currently Chief People Officer at Polaroid, she has 20+ years of international experience leading people and culture strategies at global brands like ASICS, TomTom, and Aon Hewitt. Committed to staying ahead in human behaviour research, she is completing an MSc in Neuropsychology and Mental Health at King’s College London. Her mission? To build cultures that empower people to perform at their best.

Welcome to this episode of "OpenUp at the workplace" – Your #hrpodcast series about mental well-being.

👉 Episode with #2 with Lindsay Ross, CHRO at Bitpanda

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, the phenomenon of hypergrowth presents both opportunities and challenges for organisations and their employees. In this episode, we delve into the world of hypergrowth with special guest Lindsay Ross, Chief Human Resources Officer at Bitpanda, a leading fintech company experiencing exponential growth. Join Gijs Coppens, founder of OpenUp and healthcare #psychologist, and our guest.