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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 48 MIN

The Leader's Heart - Augusto Abbarchi - Episode 633

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Going Long Podcast Episode 633: The Leader's Heart - Augusto Abbarchi   "We now know with certainty the power of the cardiac brain in terms of intuition, courage, and connection. What does this mean for a leader?" - an excerpt from book 'The Leader's Heart' by Augusto Abbarchi, of which the author is today's special guest! Billy welcomes Augusto to the show, who with 30 years experience has held senior positions in leading multinational companies in the Information Technology sector throughout his career. His experience includes prestigious roles at SAP as CEO Italy, Chief Operating Officer EMEA, and Global Head of Maintenance. at Software AG as SVP Global Support Services and Global Head of Renewals. Augusto now helps leaders in line with his philosophy found in his book, 'The Leader's Heart'.    ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 02:20] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Augusto Abbarchi [02:20 - 05:29] Billy asks Augusto to explain why he is now helping others while living and working under his own terms rather than as part of a corporate construct. [05:29 - 08:44] Augusto shares insights into how leadership is a factor in the disengagement crisis affecting the corporate world currently. [08:44 - 14:54] Billy asks Augusto to explain the connection to sport of the story that led to the development of his key working philosophy involving heart.  [14:54 - 17:34] Augusto explains how to balance the world of numbers and their importance in business and being the best version of yourself.  [17:34 - 20:40] Billy asks Augusto what drove her to focus on a space that nobody else currently was. [20:40 - 24:30] Augusto explains how she identifies and predicts problems that start ups will find and how she works out solutions for them. [24:30 - 26:28] Augusto shares advice for those who want to lean into trying something new when certain kinds of leverage aren't immediately available. [26:28 - 34:03] Billy asks Augusto to describe how people can learn to trust their heart-brain. [34:03 - 39:09] Augusto talks more about the importance of fundamental connections and how it all works. [39:09 - 42:02] Billy asks Augusto to share more about his book and how he is helping people today. [42:02 - 44:16] Augusto shares the message that she would like to hear from himself three years from now. [44:16 - 46:44] Billy sums up all we've learned from Augusto today and asks him to share the best ways we can get in contact and find him online. [46:44 - 48:24] Billy wraps up the show.   How best to get in touch with and find out more about Augusto Abbarchi: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/augusto-abbarchi-a7a91/    Website: https://augustoabbarchi.com/    "The Leader's Heart" -  book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Leaders-Heart-Leadership-beyond-rationality/dp/B0GWYZW4XY    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

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