Season 2 Episode 17: From Bartender to CFO: building your social capital

Season 2 Episode 17: From Bartender to CFO: building your social capital

In this episode, Oleksandr Polishchuk, CFO of a sub-cluster within a UAE government defense company, shares insights from his remarkable career journey. At just 34 years old, he has achieved significant milestones, holding an EMBA from INSEAD and being a member of ACCA.


Engage with an enlightening discussion that reveals the challenges finance professionals face as they navigate their careers. Oleksandr explores the often-overlooked distinction between leadership and individual contribution, shedding light on why many in finance struggle with charisma. He addresses the fears that can hold professionals back—like confrontation and vulnerability—while providing powerful strategies for overcoming these barriers.

With a focus on the vital roles of Knowledge Capital and Social Capital, this episode uncovers how embracing vulnerability can transform leadership styles and foster authentic connections in the workplace.

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SPECIAL EPISODE: UAE Market Insights Part 1: Abu Dhabi Market

SPECIAL EPISODE: UAE Market Insights Part 1: Abu Dhabi Market

Abu Dhabi’s recruitment landscape continues to evolve, and in this episode of the Alchemy Uncensored Podcast, we unpack what’s really happening on the ground. This H1 market review gives a focused loo...

15 Jul 202520min

Season 3 Episode 16: What Every CFO Needs to Know About Transformation

Season 3 Episode 16: What Every CFO Needs to Know About Transformation

Transformation isn’t just a buzzword. It’s the difference between keeping up and truly leading.This week on Alchemy Uncensored, Lewis Elsey sits down with Tarek Sayed, a transformational CFO whose 20+...

18 Jun 202543min

Season 3 Episode 15: How to Fast-Track Your Finance Career

Season 3 Episode 15: How to Fast-Track Your Finance Career

How do you fast-track your career from audit to CFO and thrive in a high-growth, PE-backed business abroad?This week on Alchemy Uncensored, Lewis Elsey is joined by Josh Burton, CFO at Skybound Wealth...

4 Jun 202540min

Season 3 Episode 14: When Did Success Start Feeling So Empty?

Season 3 Episode 14: When Did Success Start Feeling So Empty?

You did everything right. The job. The title. The wins.But behind the success? Burnout. Pressure. Disconnection.This week on Alchemy Uncensored, Conor McHugh is joined by Lucie Lachaux - a former CFO ...

28 Mai 202547min

Season 3 Episode 13: HR Isn’t What It Used to Be - Here’s Why!

Season 3 Episode 13: HR Isn’t What It Used to Be - Here’s Why!

How do you shape people-first cultures in an age of automation, agility, and constant change?This week on Alchemy Uncensored, Conor McHugh is joined by Sneha Jain, a dynamic People Leader with over a ...

21 Mai 202541min

Season 3 Episode 12: Finance in Motion - Leading the Intersection of Growth and Change

Season 3 Episode 12: Finance in Motion - Leading the Intersection of Growth and Change

What does it take to lead finance in both global corporations and fast-moving startups?This week on Alchemy Uncensored, Conor McHugh is joined by Tina Kapadia, a seasoned finance executive whose caree...

14 Mai 202531min

Season 3 Episode 11: Building Bridges – Personal Connections and the Power of AI in Leadership

Season 3 Episode 11: Building Bridges – Personal Connections and the Power of AI in Leadership

How do you stay ahead as a senior leader in a world that never stops evolving?This week on Alchemy Uncensored, Conor McHugh is joined by Mario Barili, a global finance and operations executive with a ...

7 Mai 202529min

Season 3 Episode 10: Think Like a CFO, Lead Like a Visionary

Season 3 Episode 10: Think Like a CFO, Lead Like a Visionary

What if surviving a business crisis could make you unstoppable as a leader?In this episode, we dive into exactly that with returning guest Ralph Khoury — international CFO, mentor, and crisis leadersh...

30 Apr 202543min

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