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The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipAuthor: John M Jaramillo
On The Book Leads podcast, Leadership Performance Coach John M. Jaramillo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmjaramillo/) speaks to specialists and experts across various industries and from varied backgrounds to learn about the book that made an impact and left an impression on their work, life, and leadership. Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 167: Kristina Lucia Pezza and her book, Bella's Trip to Italy
Episode 167
Wednesday, 18 March, 2026
Episode 167: Kristina Lucia Pezza and her book, Bella's Trip to ItalyABOUT KRISTINAKristina Lucia Pezza is an award winning and bestselling author, creator, and artist who ignites the imaginations of children and their parents through her limited edition animals and touching storybooks. She works with families as well as businesses in creating community through her brand's message of improving communication through the recognition and identifications of feelings. Through creating low stimulation materials and gatherings through her art and stories she provides a safe environment allowing individuals to be vulnerable and walk away with simple steps to make a bad day a good day. CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTSCreativity is essential in leadership and personal growth.Building community through art can enhance communication.Vulnerability allows for deeper connections with others.Childhood experiences shape our adult creativity and relationships.Emotional healing is a continuous journey that influences our work.Writing children's books can be a powerful tool for healing.Every interaction is an opportunity for creativity and connection.Understanding individual differences is key in communication.Entrepreneurship requires a balance of discipline and creativity. Bella Elephant is a reflection of Kristina's childhood and family dynamics.The importance of processing negative emotions.Creating low-stimulation environments helps children feel safe to explore.Intuition plays a crucial role in understanding and connecting with others.Leadership involves building trust and allowing vulnerability.The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Kristina is, What timeless lessons have you shared with those who are younger than you, providing them with the awareness and tools to tackle the challenges of life and work?FIND KRISTINALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinalandrews/Website: www.kristinalucia.comFacebook: Kristina Lucia Instagram: @kristinaluciapezzaEmail: author@kristinalucia.comLinkedIn - Full Podcast Article: CHAPTERS00:00 - The Book Leads Podcast - Kristina Lucia Pezza00:59 - Introduction & Bio02:10- Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?18:13 - How did your path into your career look like, and what did it look like up until now?44:59 - Kristina's jump to entrepreneurship.01:02:42 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?01:13:03 - What is your superpower?01:26:08 - What does leadership mean to you?01:30:12 - Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing01:36:02 - What's changed in you in the process of writing this book?01:45:30 - What's next for your writing?01:48:28 - What do you want people to take away from your books?01:54:00 - What book has inspired you?01:56:14 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)This series has become my Masterclass In Humanity. I'd love for you to join me and see what you take away from these conversations.Learn more about The Book Leads and listen to past episodes:Watch on YouTubeListen on SpotifyListen on Apple PodcastsRead About The Book Leads – Blog PostFor more great content, check out the catalog for my newsletter Last Week's Leadership Lessons, if you haven't already!
