
What weâre about
đ Confirm your spot via Luma: https://luma.com/tcd2ye9w
Leaders Lab is a weekly live coaching space for new managers and emerging leaders who want clarity, not theory.
Bring one real leadership challenge. Walk away with a grounded next step.
Weekly, 10 spots only. Real practice for real leaders.
đ Based in Berlin, Connected globally (Amsterdam, Singapore, Dubai, and beyond).
đ§ââïž Come curious. Leave centered.
Upcoming events
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âąOnlineProblem Diagnosis â Getting to the Root of the Issue
Online## Problem Diagnosis â Getting to the Root of the Issue
Most leadership problems donât look like problems at first.
They show up as tension, confusion, resistance, or the feeling that something isnât workingâbut you canât quite name what.
Problem Diagnosis is a practical, reflective coaching session where we slow things down and look beneath the surface. Together, we dig into the what, the why, andâmost importantlyâwhat a grounded next step could look like.
This isnât about quick fixes or generic advice. Itâs about developing clarity in the middle of complexity and learning how to work with real situations as they are.
### What this session is about
- Clarifying what the real problem actually is
- Understanding why itâs happening (patterns, dynamics, blind spots)
- Separating symptoms from root causes
- Feeling into a realistic, grounded plan of action
- Leaving with clarity, not overwhelm
We work with real challenges participants bringâteam issues, leadership dilemmas, stuck decisions, or situations that feel messy and hard to untangle.
### Who this is for
- Managers, team leads, and founders facing a concrete challenge
- Leaders who feel stuck, unsure, or overwhelmed by a situation
- People tired of surface-level solutions that donât stick
- Anyone who wants to respond more skillfully instead of reacting
### What to expect
A small-group coaching session led by experienced coaches whoâve supported 100+ leaders. The session combines:
- Guided inquiry and structured diagnosis
- Simple frameworks to unpack complex situations
- Body-based awareness to sense whatâs really going on
- Group reflection and practical insight
- Clear next steps you can actually take
This is a space to think clearly, feel honestly, and move forward with intention.
### Logistics
â° When: Thursdays, 3 pm UAE time
đ» Where: Online (link visible after confirmation)
đ¶ Cost: Free for now, small group (max 10 spots)
đ Click here to confirm your spot via our Luma page â once confirmed, youâll receive the call link and reminders before the session.
đ„ Watch this before joining to know what to expect:
https://share.descript.com/view/88U5ZL0Lj8U
***
### Who We Are
Rakesh Kasturi
With more than 15 years of experience in innovation and organizational development, Rakesh works with complex people and culture challenges through his sprintdoctor collective. His work focuses on creating safe spaces, diagnosing systemic issues, and helping teams navigate uncertainty with clarity and care.
Khalid Yassin
Short intro: https://share.descript.com/view/MZasB0l0t12
Through InHouseTrainers, Khalid helps organizations fix whatâs actually broken in how they lead, communicate, and work together. His approach focuses on root causes, behavioral change, and practical actionânot theory for theoryâs sake.
***
### Why we encourage you to join
Most problems donât need better answers.
They need better questionsâand the space to explore them properly.
When you take the time to diagnose before acting, you save energy, reduce friction, and create solutions that actually work. Join the session, bring a real challenge, and leave with clarity.1 attendee
âąOnlineLeadership Lessons - Reflections on the Science of Success
Online## Leadership Lessons â Reflections on the Science of Success
Great leadership isnât loud, heroic, or performative.
Itâs grounded, humble, and deeply human.
Leadership Lessons is a reflective session for people who want to understand why effective leadership worksânot just what to do. Together, we explore the science, psychology, and lived experience behind leadership that is effective, compassionate, and sustainable over time.
This session is less about fixing urgent problems and more about building a strong inner foundation for leadership. We slow down, step back, and reflect on the principles that shape how leaders think, relate, and actâespecially under pressure.
### What this session is about
- The theory behind effective, grounded, and compassionate leadership
- Why humility, presence, and clarity are core leadership skillsânot âsoftâ ones
- Practical frameworks and mental models anyone can use
- Simple, applicable skills that translate across teams, roles, and cultures
You wonât be asked to perform or present a polished leadership persona. This is a space for thoughtful reflection, shared learning, and honest conversation about what leadership actually requires.
### Who this is for
- Leaders who want depth rather than hype
- First-time managers, team leads, and founders
- People curious about the science behind leadership, behavior, and decision-making
- Anyone who wants to lead with more steadiness, integrity, and impact
### What to expect
A guided reflection session led by experienced coaches who have supported 100+ leaders. The session combines:
- Clear theory explained in simple, practical language
- Reflection prompts and group discussion
- Tools and insights you can apply immediately
- A calm, thoughtful pace that encourages real insight
### Logistics
â° When: Thursdays, 7pm Singapore time
đ» Where: Online (link visible after confirmation)
đ¶ Cost: Free for now, small group (max 10 spots)
đ Click here to confirm your spot via our Luma page â once confirmed, youâll receive the call link and reminders before the session.
đ„ Watch this before joining to know what to expect:
https://share.descript.com/view/88U5ZL0Lj8U
***
### Who We Are
Rakesh Kasturi
With more than 15 years of experience in innovation and organizational development, Rakesh believes that healthy, inclusive organisational change is more possible than ever when we look at people, culture, and collaboration in new ways. Through his sprintdoctor collective, he uses sprint-based methods to work with complex people and culture challenges, build psychological safety, and help teams reach their true potential.
Khalid Yassin
Short intro: https://share.descript.com/view/MZasB0l0t12
Khalid is disrupting the corporate training space through InHouseTrainers, where leadership and communication programs are designed for lasting behavioral changeânot checkbox training. He works with organizations to fix whatâs actually broken in how people lead, manage, and grow. Outside of work, heâs usually practicing Muay Thai, skydiving, or bouldering.
***
### Why we encourage you to join
Life is short. Work doesnât need to be this hard.
When we become better, more grounded leaders, we donât just improve our own livesâwe positively shape the lives of everyone around us. Take the time, make it a habit, and join the sessions.1 attendee
âąOnlineProblem Diagnosis â Getting to the Root of the Issue
Online## Problem Diagnosis â Getting to the Root of the Issue
Most leadership problems donât look like problems at first.
They show up as tension, confusion, resistance, or the feeling that something isnât workingâbut you canât quite name what.
Problem Diagnosis is a practical, reflective coaching session where we slow things down and look beneath the surface. Together, we dig into the what, the why, andâmost importantlyâwhat a grounded next step could look like.
This isnât about quick fixes or generic advice. Itâs about developing clarity in the middle of complexity and learning how to work with real situations as they are.
### What this session is about
- Clarifying what the real problem actually is
- Understanding why itâs happening (patterns, dynamics, blind spots)
- Separating symptoms from root causes
- Feeling into a realistic, grounded plan of action
- Leaving with clarity, not overwhelm
We work with real challenges participants bringâteam issues, leadership dilemmas, stuck decisions, or situations that feel messy and hard to untangle.
### Who this is for
- Managers, team leads, and founders facing a concrete challenge
- Leaders who feel stuck, unsure, or overwhelmed by a situation
- People tired of surface-level solutions that donât stick
- Anyone who wants to respond more skillfully instead of reacting
### What to expect
A small-group coaching session led by experienced coaches whoâve supported 100+ leaders. The session combines:
- Guided inquiry and structured diagnosis
- Simple frameworks to unpack complex situations
- Body-based awareness to sense whatâs really going on
- Group reflection and practical insight
- Clear next steps you can actually take
This is a space to think clearly, feel honestly, and move forward with intention.
### Logistics
â° When: Thursdays, 3 pm UAE time
đ» Where: Online (link visible after confirmation)
đ¶ Cost: Free for now, small group (max 10 spots)
đ Click here to confirm your spot via our Luma page â once confirmed, youâll receive the call link and reminders before the session.
đ„ Watch this before joining to know what to expect:
https://share.descript.com/view/88U5ZL0Lj8U
***
### Who We Are
Rakesh Kasturi
With more than 15 years of experience in innovation and organizational development, Rakesh works with complex people and culture challenges through his sprintdoctor collective. His work focuses on creating safe spaces, diagnosing systemic issues, and helping teams navigate uncertainty with clarity and care.
Khalid Yassin
Short intro: https://share.descript.com/view/MZasB0l0t12
Through InHouseTrainers, Khalid helps organizations fix whatâs actually broken in how they lead, communicate, and work together. His approach focuses on root causes, behavioral change, and practical actionânot theory for theoryâs sake.
***
### Why we encourage you to join
Most problems donât need better answers.
They need better questionsâand the space to explore them properly.
When you take the time to diagnose before acting, you save energy, reduce friction, and create solutions that actually work. Join the session, bring a real challenge, and leave with clarity.1 attendee
âąOnlineSolve Your Real Leadership Challenges (Live Coaching)
OnlineClick here to confirm your spot via our Luma page - once confirmed, you'll get the call link and reminders before the sessions.
Watch this before joining to know what to expect: https://share.descript.com/view/88U5ZL0Lj8U
Thrown into leadership without a map?
Youâre not aloneâŠmost new managers are figuring it out as they go.
Deadlines. Pressure. Team drama. That tight feeling in your chest before a big meeting.
Welcome to The Grounded Leader, a small-group session where you can finally talk about the real side of leadership - no jargon, no corporate masks.
đ„ Who itâs for:
- First-time managers, team leads, and founders
- People who feel stuck, stressed, or unsure how to lead
đ§ What happens:
Youâll join a guided reflection session led by experienced coaches whoâve supported 100+ leaders. We use simple, body-based tools and small-group conversations to help you lead with more calm, clarity, and confidence.
â° When: Thursdays, 7pm Singapore time
đ» Where: Online (Link visible after confirmation)
đ¶ Cost: Free for now, small group (max 10 spots!)
đ§ Who We Are:
Rakesh Kasturi
ââWith more than 15 years of experience in innovation and organizational development, Rakesh believes that healthy, inclusive organisational change is more possible now than ever before if we look at people, culture, and collaboration in new ways. Through his sprintdoctor collective, his focus is on using the Sprints as a foundational method to facilitate wicked people/culture problems, build safe workspaces, and foster collaborative team environments that help people reach their true potential.
Khalid Yassin - Short Intro here: https://share.descript.com/view/MZasB0l0t12
âKhalid is disrupting the corporate training space through InhouseTrainers, where training programs are designed for lasting impact and are not checkboxes on a corporate checklist. He helps organizations fix what's actually broken in how they lead, manage, and grow. When he's not coaching leaders through their messiest challenges, he's probably practicing Muay Thai, Sky-Diving or going bouldering.
Why we encourage you to join:
Life is short, so we might as well not suffer so much in our workplaces. If we can find solutions to our main challenges and become better leaders, we not only make our lives better, but everyone around us as well.
Take the time, make it a habit and join the calls.1 attendee
Past events
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