MINDSET ZONE

MINDSET ZONE

Our mindsets determine the way we see the world, as well as, the way we behave and who we are as people. It’s very easy and normal to stay stuck in fixed mindsets – limiting beliefs about our abilities and skills that prevent us to learn new things. We can intentionally cultivate a growth mindset that allows us to stretch our minds and amplify the realm of possibilities of what we do, and who we are. Amplifying our mindsets is one of the secrets of success, for most entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals out there.

Episodes

AI Won’t Save Us—But Our Human Potential Might

May 9, 2025 • 18 mins
We can surf this hundred-foot AI wave if we take this as a team sport.” - Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian dives deep into the human side of the AI revolution, asking an essential question: Is our true superpower found not in machines, but in our own human potential? Ana explores the third crucial mindset shift needed to navigate the world of AI disruption, emphasizing that while artificial intelligence cont...
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From Exhaustion to Engagement: A Mindset Shift for the Age of AI

April 25, 2025 • 16 mins
It is essential to know where we want to go. Otherwise, we will end up very fast, very far away in a place we don't want to be." - Ana Melikian In this episode, Ana Melikian delves into the second crucial mindset shift needed to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for positive and sustainable change. Ana challenges the common "do more with less" philosophy that dominates the business world, highlighting its...
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Why “Us vs. Them” Doesn’t Work in the Age of AI

April 18, 2025 • 25 mins
Humans, walking and taking bags of water and trace chemicals that we are, have managed to convince well-organized sand to pretend to think like us.” - Ethan Mollick In this episode, Ana Melikian challenges the common "us vs. them" mindset when it comes to technology, especially in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Ana takes listeners on a journey through humanity's long history with technology, highlighting how our surviva...
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100-Foot AI Wave: Lessons from Portugal’s Big Wave Surfing

April 11, 2025 • 13 mins
If you are in the business world, in the present moment, you are facing the hundred foot wave of the AI disruption." - Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian dives into the tumultuous yet opportunity-rich world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for the business landscape. Using the metaphor of a "hundred-foot wave," Ana vividly illustrates the dual nature of the AI revolution—both its disruptive...
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Retreats: Deepening Our Humanity in a Digital Age | With Sheri Rosenthal

April 4, 2025 • 25 mins
Experiential retreats are powerful; they create something deeply transformational." – Sheri Rosenthal In this episode, host Ana Melikian opens the floor to Sheri Rosenthal, a retreat strategist and founder known for orchestrating transformative experiences. Sheri shares the heartfelt impact that her first retreat experience had on her life, marking a turning point more profound than any personal therapy or career move she h...
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Why Good People Become Bad Bosses with Jamie Woolf

March 28, 2025 • 13 mins
We all fall prey to power blindness." - Jamie Woolf In this episode, Ana Melikian sits down with Jamie Woolf, the first Director of Culture at Pixar Animation Studios, to delve into why good people often become bad bosses. Drawing from her TED Talk and rich experience with companies like Pixar and Google, Jamie explains the concept of "power blindness" that plagues many leaders once they rise to authority. Throughout thei...
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Voice, Identity, and Influence: Insights with Dr. Leslie Gordon

March 21, 2025 • 32 mins
Your accent is the sound map of your life." - Dr. Leslie Gordon In this episode, Ana Melikian sits down with Dr. Leslie Gordon to delve into the nuances of finding your authentic voice. They explore how authenticity in communication goes beyond just words and articulation, emphasizing a holistic integration of mind, body, and speech. Leslie shares her unique insights from linguistics and voice coaching, explaining that ou...
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Nine to Five Can Be Fun: Transforming Toxic Workplace Cultures with Cindy Zurchin

March 14, 2025 • 27 mins
What you focus on is what you get more of." - Cindy Zurchin In this episode, host Ana Melikian speaks with Dr. Cindy Zurchin, a visionary leader with over 30 years of experience in transforming workplace culture, about the power of creating fun and thriving work environments. Cindy enlightens us on how incorporating trust, positivity, and innovation into workplace culture can lead to enhanced productivity and satisfaction. ...
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Surfing the AI Wave: A Conversation with Diana Kelley on Security and Innovation

March 7, 2025 • 30 mins
Organizations need to understand what AI can do and can't do. Start creating the best use cases within their organizations and also train people on how to use them responsibly." - Diana Kelley In this episode, host Ana Melikian delves into the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in today's world, particularly in the business world. Joined by guest Diana Kelley, a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer at Protec...
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Breaking the Sea of Sameness: How to Drive Innovation and Impact in Education | With Arra Yerganian

February 28, 2025 • 26 mins
It's about being bold, breaking away from what I describe as the sea of sameness." - Arra Yerganian In this episode, Ana Melikian welcomes Arra Yerganian, a seasoned executive and visionary leader, to discuss a transformative approach to education. Together, they delve into the limitations of the traditional factory model of education and the innovative strategies that can redefine learning for young leaders. Arra shares ...
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The Joy-Success Cycle: A Revolutionary Mindset for the AI Age| With Kevin Surace

February 21, 2025 • 31 mins
Joy and success are exactly tied together." - Kevin Surace In this episode of the Mindset Zone, host Ana Melikian welcomes Kevin Surace, a Silicon Valley innovator, entrepreneur, and futurist. Kevin delves into his intriguing concept of the "Joy Success Cycle." He challenges traditional views of success and demonstrates how moments of joy throughout the day can significantly enhance our success potential by maintaining an op...
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Humanizing AI: The Key to Authentic and Impactful Communication With Andy O’Bryan

February 14, 2025 • 29 mins
What you do not wanna do is just copy and paste AI's outputs." - Andy O'Bryan In this episode, host Ana Melikian welcomes Andy O'Bryan, a pioneer in AI-enhanced copywriting, to explore the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the business world. Andy shares his initial apprehensions and eventual embrace of AI technologies like ChatGPT, offering listeners insights into leveraging these tools while maintaining auth...
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Uncluttered Minds: Transforming Your Space and Self. With Barbara Hemphill & Andrea Anderson

February 7, 2025 • 30 mins
Clutter is Postponed Decisions®" - Barbara Hamphill In this episode of Mindset Zone, Ana Melikian dives into the art of organizing with two special guests, Barbara Hemphill and Andrea Anderson, from the Productive Environment Institute. Barbara, a pioneer in the organizing industry, shares insights from her extensive experience in helping individuals and businesses clear the clutter for over forty years. Together, they unrav...
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Building the Mindfulness Muscle: Stephen Schettini’s Practical Approach

January 31, 2025 • 33 mins
The function of mindfulness is to expose your own reactivity so that it's no longer unconscious so that you see it." - Stephen Schettini In this episode, Ana Melikian sits down with former Buddhist monk turned author, coach, and teacher, Stephen Schettini, to delve deep into the practice of mindfulness. Stephen, who spent eight years as a Buddhist monk, shares his journey and insights on how mindfulness is not about adopting...
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Exploring Change Through Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Minds

January 24, 2025 • 13 mins
No man ever steps in the same river twice for it's not the same river and it's not the same man." - Heraclitus In this episode, Ana Melikian takes us on a philosophical journey through the concept of change and how it shapes our mindsets and our world. Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the MINDSET ZONE, Ana delves into ancient Greek philosophy to explore varying perspectives on change. Is change an illusion, as some ...
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Embracing Relapse: Lessons on Change and Growth

January 17, 2025 • 11 mins
Knowing that relapse is common and even a part of the change process helps you move forward." - Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the complexities of learning and change, especially how we can learn from our mistakes and missteps. Ana highlights an error she made on the show regarding the stages of change as conceptualized by psychologists Prochaska, Norcross, and DiClemente, and uses i...
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Why Change is So Hard: Practical Steps for Lasting Transformation

January 10, 2025 • 20 mins
Starting to understand why it's so difficult to change and maybe understanding how the change process works really can help you achieve your goals." - Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian delves into the complexities of the change process and why achieving personal change can be so challenging. As this year marks the 10th anniversary of the MINDSET ZONE® podcast, Ana revisits an enlightening episode recorded in ...
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The Power of Pause: Mastering Transformation with Ana Melikian

January 3, 2025 • 29 mins
When we are banging our head against the wall, one of the best strategies is just going for a walk." - Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Andrea Anderson and Barbara Hemphill interview Ana Melikian about strategies for achieving lasting change. Drawing from her 10-year experience with the Mindset Zone podcast, Ana emphasizes that while mindset shifts are crucial, they are just one piece of the transformation puzzle. To ...
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Embracing the Power of Restarts

December 27, 2024 • 8 mins
Every day is a new restart, and that sleep before that can help us rest and reset and restore." -Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the concept of restarting and the importance of embracing new beginnings. She discusses how each New Year represents a fresh start, but emphasizes that we shouldn't wait for calendar milestones to hit the restart button in our lives. Ana touches on vario...
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AI and Education: Shifting Paradigms with Nick Potkalitsky

December 20, 2024 • 30 mins
Technology is like the great disruptor or the great amplifier." -Nick Potkalitsky In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, is joined by Nick Potkalitsky to delve into the multifaceted world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. They discuss the current challenges students face with AI, often due to a lack of proper mental frameworks and critical evaluation skills. Nick underscores the necessity for a shift in educ...
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