What if intuition is a superpower in business?
Intuition and technology might seem like opposites. But in this episode, Daphne Laan shares how blending intuition with strategy helped her lead global teams and deals at Google, launch an impact-driven tech platform, and champion women in tech.
Key Takeaways from the episode
In episode 91, Daphne and I explore:
💡 Why intuition is a superpower in business
🌍 How inclusion starts with making the room bigger, not separate
🎨 The surprising role of creativity and art in tech
When data drives everything, trusting your intuition can set you apart. Listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or Amazon. Or hit the play button below👇.
Using Intuition as a Superpower in Business and Leadership with Daphne Laan | Ep. 91 – Women Disrupting Tech
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- Key Takeaways from the episode
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- The Magic in This Episode 🪄
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- What stands out
- About Daphne Laan
- About Planetir
- Your Opinion Matters!
- What’s coming up?
- More episodes like this?
The Magic in This Episode 🪄
Intuition and technology might seem like opposites. But in this episode, Daphne Laan shares how blending heart intelligence with strategy helped her lead global teams and deals at Google, launch an impact-driven tech platform, and champion women in tech.
In this episode of Women Disrupting Tech, Daphne and I explore:
💡 How intuition helps leaders make smarter decisions
🌍 Why inclusion means making the room bigger, not creating separate rooms.
🤝 How Planetir is using AI to put the heart back into tech
Plus, you’ll discover something that connects us: art. Daphne believes that, just like business, art helps us imagine what’s possible before we can fully define it. And in a world shaped by technology, creative thinking is more important than ever.
When you’re ready to learn the art of putting the heart into tech, listen to episode 91 on Spotify by clicking the button below.
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What stands out
Throughout this episode, one word keeps surfacing: intuition. In a world obsessed with data, we’re slowly unlearning to trust our feelings. So this episode is about relearning that skill: tuning into what feels right and letting intuition guide your path.
Take Daphne’s story. She met her Planetir business partners on a dancefloor in Barcelona. They took the next step a few months later, only to realize their skills complemented each other perfectly.
It proves that overplanning doesn’t work. Success isn’t linear. It’s about showing up, leading into the unknown and using your intuition to recognize opportunities when they arise.
Another example is how Daphne and I discover our shared love for art. I only found out while preparing for the podcast and trusted my intuition to bring it up. Because real connection leads to better conversations.
It made me wonder: could trusting our intuition be the real superpower in business and leadership? I sense that in a world driven by data, intuition and creativity are emerging as essential factors for success.
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“We’re bringing the heart and magic into technology.”
Daphne Laan, co-founder of Planetir
About Daphne Laan
Daphne Laan is a tech leader turned entrepreneur who believes intuition is a superpower in business. After nearly a decade at Google, where she led global deals and teams, and championed women in tech, she founded The Board Whisperers, a collective that helps leaders uncover what’s beneath the surface to accelerate change. She is also the co-founder of Planetir.
I invite you to connect with Daphne on LinkedIn, Instagram and Art Talks
About Planetir
Planetir is putting the heart into tech. It is an AI-powered ecosystem that connects individuals, organizations, and communities to drive impact. Their mission is to unite a global ecosystem to equip changemakers with the skills and opportunities to collaborate and take planetary action.
You can learn more about the work that Planetir is doing on their website, by following them on LinkedIn and by listening to their podcast ‘Let The Journey Begin‘ on Spotify. And when you’re ready to be part of the future, join Planetir.
Your Opinion Matters!
What skill do you think is most underrated in business?
1️⃣ Intuition
2️⃣ Creativity
3️⃣ Human Connection
4️⃣ Strategic Thinking
Tell me what you think in the comments. There are no wrong choices here.
And if you would like to suggest a guest or a theme for the podcast, please let me know via email or send a DM on LinkedIn.
What’s coming up?
Do we have some magic coming your way in the next few weeks? Yes, we do!
In episodes 92 and 93, we explore the journeys of two women in early-stage startup investing.
First, we learn how Sophie Heijenberg found her way into VC as a woman. Then Esther Bisschop is our guide on her journey from being an employee to employer to founder to investor.
So, stay tuned for more inspiring stories on Women Disrupting Tech!
Until we meet again in the next episode, keep being awesome.
More episodes like this?
If you want to listen to other episodes that explore the intersection of technology and human connection, you can check out the following three episodes:
– In episode 76, Stacey Engle discusses how we can preserve our legacy in the AI age.
– In episode 52, Kim Carson reveals how conceptual technologists can uplift humanity.
– In episode 51, Alice Pavin reveals how we can balance feminine and masculine values in business and investment.
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