Why Consistency Wins in Content Marketing | Pantelis Vladimirou Strategy to Success | Ep.062

September 23rd, 2025 | 23rd, September at 9:08 AM

In this episode, host Dinos Michaelides sits down with Pantelis Vladimirou, Co-Founder of Webarts, to explore the evolution of content and what companies often get wrong in their online strategies. Pantelis shares his journey of starting a digital agency back in 2008 at just 27 years old, and reflects on how he was talking about content long before it became mainstream. He explains why consistency matters more than volume, how businesses can adapt to today’s short attention spans, and what leaders should focus on to build sustainable content strategies in a fast-changing digital world.

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Too Young, Too Woman? From Intrapreneurship to Entrepreneurship | Andrie Penta’s Journey | Ep.061

September 18th, 2025 | 18th, September at 8:18 AM

In this episode, host Dinos Michaelides welcomes Andrie Penta, Country Director of Door Training & Consulting, speaker, and trainer, for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and personal growth. Andrie shares how she started her first business at a young age, faced rejection for being “too young” and “a woman,” and turned those struggles into motivation to succeed. She takes us through her journey of building her own path, balancing studies abroad with work in Cyprus, and helping companies improve their behaviors and culture. This motivational episode is packed with insights on intrapreneurship, determination, and breaking barriers.

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Forex Industry Secrets: Employee Benefits, Salaries & Sales Pressure | Ioanna Michael | Ep. 061

September 12th, 2025 | 12th, September at 8:24 AM

In this episode, host Dinos Michaelides sits down with Ioanna Michael, HR Manager at FXGlobe, to explore the unique realities of working in Cyprus’ thriving forex industry. From the international-standard salaries and employee benefits to the challenges of measuring productivity and the fast-paced world of sales, Ioanna offers a candid look at HR’s role in an industry that mixes high pay, high pressure, and high energy perks. Expect insights on work culture, recruitment, and what really keeps employees motivated in one of the island’s most competitive business sectors.

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Cybersecurity vs. Convenience: Finding the Right Balance

August 28th, 2025 | 28th, August at 7:43 AM

Cybersecurity vs. Convenience — where do you draw the line?

In this candid clip from Episode 49, Christos Makedonas explains why security policies can feel inconvenient, but are essential for protecting sensitive data and ensuring regulatory compliance. From screenshot restrictions to access limitations, he discusses the balance between usability and protection, and why leadership must lead by example if cybersecurity is going to work at every level of an organisation.

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How Cyprus Plans to Become a Global Innovation Hub by 2035

August 20th, 2025 | 20th, August at 7:00 AM

What does Cyprus need to become a global innovation hub by 2035?

Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides shares his vision for the future of Cyprus, highlighting how transparency, opportunity, and support for youth-led innovation are shaping a thriving ecosystem. From high school inventors to national digital transformation, this is how Cyprus is building a bold and inclusive future through research, collaboration, and human-centered technology.

Inside Cyprus’ Digital Transformation with Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides

August 13th, 2025 | 13th, August at 12:31 PM

Cyprus is going digital. Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides shares how bold innovation, human-centered AI, and a five-year plan are transforming the island into a hub for startups and investors.

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Inside Cyprus’ Digital Transformation with Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides | Ep.060

August 13th, 2025 | 13th, August at 12:09 PM

In this episode, Chief Scientist of the Republic of Cyprus & Chairman of Ίδρυμα Έρευνας και Καινοτομίας/ Research and Innovation Foundation, Demetris Skourides, joins Dinos Michalides to reveal how Cyprus is positioning itself as a bold, innovation-driven hub for startups, investors, and researchers. They discuss how the Research and Innovation Foundation is empowering young scientists, creating incentives for entrepreneurship, and building seamless digital services powered by human-centered AI.

From gender-balanced research programs to an ambitious five-year national plan, this conversation highlights the deep transformation taking place across Cyprus in technology, accessibility, and opportunity.

Will AI Replace Developers, or Redefine Them?

August 7th, 2025 | 7th, August at 8:29 AM

𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐈 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐨𝐫 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬❓

In this thought-provoking clip from Episode 055 with Elena Georgiou Strouthos, we explore the future of software engineering, the rise of Python, and how AI is reshaping what it means to code. From junior automation to architectural decisions, this discussion highlights why understanding systems is still essential. Whether you’re just starting in tech or navigating your next step, this clip offers insights into the evolving developer landscape and the skills that still hold value.

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How Threedium Turned a Risky 3D Vision into a Global Tech Powerhouse

August 5th, 2025 | 5th, August at 12:32 PM

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞❓

In 2017, Mike Charalambous and his team at Threedium took a leap of faith, building 3D web technology before browsers were even ready for it. Faced with rejection, doubt, and years of uncertainty, they kept building. Today, they power immersive 3D experiences for global giants like LVMH, Adidas, and Amazon.

This is the raw, behind-the-scenes story of how a small team transformed a nice-to-have into a must-have, and shaped the future of product discovery.

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How Entrepreneurship Helps Students Who Struggle in School

August 1st, 2025 | 1st, August at 6:00 PM

Many students struggle with traditional education. This CEO explains how hands-on entrepreneurship programs can change lives — especially for low achievers.