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ABOUT MARIA
Maria Povilaite is a seasoned producer, entrepreneur, and educator who has made significant strides in media and social entrepreneurship. As a co-founder of Porta Bonanza video production and the NewDoor accelerator, Maria has been instrumental in shaping creative and social business landscapes. With a background in social pedagogy, she brings a unique blend of creative insight and educational prowess to her roles, focusing on empowering innovative minds and promoting sustainable business practices. Her work extends to producing films and events, and she actively engages in initiatives that foster dialogue and collaboration across sectors to address pressing societal challenges. Maria's leadership style is characterized by her commitment to authenticity, continuous learning, and a profound understanding of the cultural and creative sectors.
SUCCESS IS FREEDOM AND INTEGRITY - HAVING SPACE AND TIME FOR BEING MYSELF AT WORK AND AT HOME.
Maria Povilaite
MARIA IN A NUTSHELL
Member of the board, lector, mentor
NewDoor
area of expertise
Acceleration / Incubation / Innovation Latvia 🇱🇻
companies Maria has worked for
MARIA AS A LEADER
Admitting you're wrong is not enough; it's only a start because now you have to solve the situation, you have to make things right again.
Leadership is not ruling over others.
Great Leaders create space for people to work and develop to the best of their abilities..
The future of leadership is trust - integrity, competence, benevolence..
When I think of a leader, I think of Golda Meir.
THE BALANCE BETWEEN BEING EMPATHETIC AND AVOIDING MANIPULATION BY TEAM MEMBERS IS THE MOST CHALLENGING PART OF MY LEADERSHIP.
Maria Povilaite
MARIA ON OVERCOMING PSYCHOLOGICAL BARRIERS AND DEVELOPING RESILIENCE
Maria identifies the biggest challenges in her career as psychological rather than material. She faced internal obstacles such as the fear of failure and the desire to be accepted by everyone. These attitudes sometimes led her to overwork and make unnecessary compromises. To overcome these challenges, Maria adopted a mindset of continuous problem-solving and resilience. She believes that giving up is not an option and that any situation can be addressed with persistent effort. This approach has helped her grow as a leader, making her more confident and capable of handling adversity.
MARIA ON BALANCING PROFESSIONAL AMBITIONS WITH PERSONAL WELL-BEING
Maria has a holistic view of success, which she defines as freedom and integrity. She believes that true success involves having the space and time to be oneself at work and home, choosing activities that align with one's skills and abilities, and spending time with loved ones. To maintain this balance, Maria prioritizes self-care practices such as yoga, slow walks, and psychotherapy. Her family, especially her children, plays a crucial role in her life, inspiring her and helping her develop key leadership qualities like resilience, resourcefulness, and time management. By integrating her personal well-being with her professional ambitions, Maria has crafted a fulfilling and sustainable career path.
MARIA VIEWS MATERIAL CHALLENGES AS REQUIRING SOLUTIONS, NOT OBSTACLES, AND APPROACHES PSYCHOLOGICAL CHALLENGES, SUCH AS FEAR OF FAILURE AND THE NEED FOR ACCEPTANCE, BY WORKING TO MAINTAIN HER INTEGRITY AND NOT COMPROMISE UNNECESSARILY. SHE BELIEVES IN CONTINUOUSLY SEEKING SOLUTIONS AND MAINTAINING A COMMITMENT TO HER PRINCIPLES.
Maria on becoming a better leader
INTERVIEW
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