From War Zones to Work Culture: Julia Levina’s Journey of Resilience and Renewal

Today I speak to Julia Levina about her multifaceted career journey. Julia shares her experiences as a counseling psychologist in Ukraine, a CFO of a family-owned pharmacy chain, a business consultant, and now a behavioral scientist and business intelligence analyst at Headversity in Canada. She delves into the challenges she faced during the war in Ukraine and how she transitioned her career multiple times, ultimately finding her place in Canada. Julia discusses her approach to workplace mental health, blending business acumen with psychological insights to help organizations and individuals thrive. Her story is a compelling narrative of resilience, adaptability, and the importance of understanding internal motivations in professional and personal life.00:00 Introduction to Julia Levina's Multifaceted Career01:01 Julia's Early Exposure to Psychotherapy01:15 Challenges of Running a Family Business During War01:46 Transitioning to a New Life in Canada02:03 Insights on Workplace Psychology and Longevity02:54 Julia's Journey from Ukraine to Canada03:32 Balancing Business and Psychology04:58 Early Career and Family Business Involvement11:39 Impact of War on Business Operations22:22 Navigating Economic Challenges and Business Closure31:51 From Business Consulting to Psychology36:07 Developing Training Programs for Companies39:28 One-on-One Counseling and Client Stories44:52 Struggles with New Responsibilities45:51 Identifying the Core Issue47:53 Impact of the War in Ukraine49:00 Volunteering and Helping Refugees51:39 Relocating to Canada53:33 Starting a New Life in Canada01:01:47 Joining Headversity01:05:23 Role and Impact at Headversity01:13:16 Cultural Differences in Mental Health01:20:02 Communication and Feedback in Organizations01:25:37 Final Thoughts on Resilience and Leadership00:00 From War Zones to Work Culture: Julia Levina’s Journey of Resilience and Renewal