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About this Episode:

In this episode of The Transformative Leader Podcast, I’m happy to bring you a conversation with Steven Cardinale about embracing “alchemical leadership” and leveraging teams to innovate and turn the lead of ideas into the gold of success. In his new book, Synaptic Alchemy, Steven shares that success is a replicable formula, if, like the alchemists of old, you understand the ingredients and how to put them together. Steven also shares other learnings from his book, including the 3-step process of transformation and the pre-requisites for success, such as self-awareness and understanding our strengths. Steven speaks from experience, and having started up a business with $2,500 that he later sold for millions of dollars, it is clear that he practices what he preaches.

Steven Cardinale brings 20+ years of business and technology experience to all of his creative energies. As the CEO of software company Liquid Animals and the author of the new book, Synaptic Alchemy: The Art and Science of Turning Ideas into Gold. Steven brings a unique perspective to leadership, innovation, startups, entrepreneurs and business strategy.

Earning an MBA from the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania and a B.A. in Economics from UCLA, Steven's academic credentials create a superior structure for his in-depth understanding.

Mr. Cardinale previously was the founder and CEO of CID Management, a Healthcare Cost Control company. Mr. Cardinale guided the company from an entrepreneurial idea to become one of the largest players in the space, and successfully navigate the M&A process by being acquired by a significant strategic organization.

Prior to starting CID, Steven served as Chief Technology Officer for iBidCo, an on-line real estate sales site that sold more real estate “sight unseen” than any other, where he crafted a partnership with eBay and Zip Realty. An accomplished business, management and technology strategist, he has consulted with Eli Lily, Janus Funds, IBM, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and the J. Paul Getty Museum.

Guest Links:

• Website: synapticalchemy.com/

• Book: Synaptic Alchemy: The Art and Science of Turning Ideas Into Gold

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/stevencardinale/

• Facebook: facebook.com/steven.cardinale.public, facebook.com/synapticalchemy

• Instagram: instagram.com/synapticalchemy/

• Twitter: twitter.com/scardinale

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