Inside the Corner Office

In this episode, Thomas Buberl welcomes Klaus Mäkelä, one of the most acclaimed conductors of his generation and a rising leader in the world of classical music. At just 30 years old, Klaus has already led some of the world's most prestigious orchestras and offers a unique perspective on leadership, teamwork, and excellence.

Together, they explore what it takes to unite more than 100 highly skilled musicians around a shared vision, the balance between precision and freedom, and the importance of trust, listening, and long-term relationship building. Klaus also reflects on leading across cultures, the future of orchestras in a changing world, and why live music remains a powerful source of human connection.
A fascinating conversation on leadership, performance, and the art of bringing out the best in others.

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses.Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

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In this episode of Inside the Corner Office, Thomas Buberl sits down with entrepreneur, philanthropist, and former New York City Mayor Michael (Mike) Bloomberg.

From building Bloomberg into one of the world's leading financial information companies to leading New York City through a period of transformation, Mike shares the leadership principles that have guided him throughout his career. The conversation explores why he rejected the traditional corner office, how staying close to customers drives innovation, what it takes to attract and develop talent, and why purpose matters as much as performance.

Mike also reflects on the future of AI, succession planning, his years as Mayor of New York, and the philanthropic work that continues to shape his legacy. Along the way, he shares personal stories, lessons learned from failure and success, and advice for the next generation of leaders.

A conversation about leadership, curiosity, humility, and creating lasting impact.

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses.Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

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In this episode, Thomas Buberl welcomes Marcelo Claure, a global investor, entrepreneur, and operator whose career spans telecommunications, technology, and private equity. From his early days building Brightstar into the world’s leading wireless distribution company to leading the turnaround of Sprint and orchestrating its landmark merger with T‑Mobile, Marcelo shares a journey defined by bold decisions, relentless ambition, and an ability to seize unexpected opportunities.

Marcelo reflects on the importance of dreaming big and embracing uncertainty, from a chance encounter that led him into football leadership in Bolivia, to scaling businesses globally and stepping into high‑stakes corporate turnarounds. He shares how he transformed Sprint by radically cutting costs, simplifying offerings, and ultimately driving one of the most unlikely mergers in telecom history, reshaping the competitive landscape and creating one of the world’s most valuable telecom companies.

The conversation explores leadership across cultures, the transition from entrepreneur to operator to investor, and the importance of building high‑performance teams by surrounding yourself with people who are better than you. Marcelo also dives into the growing impact of artificial intelligence, arguing that AI is not a technology challenge but a leadership one, and explaining how companies can move beyond experimentation to real, measurable transformation.

Finally, Marcelo opens up about personal lessons learned along the way, including the cost of ambition, the balance between professional success and family life, and the realities of being a CEO. He closes with candid advice for aspiring leaders on resilience, risk‑taking, and the true demands of leading at the highest level.

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses.Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

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In this episode, Thomas Buberl speaks with Max Hollein, Director and CEO of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, about what it means to lead one of the world’s most influential cultural institutions, where success is measured not by profit, but by relevance, trust, and impact.

Max shares how art can act as a powerful force for connection in an increasingly fragmented world, bringing global cultures into dialogue. He explains the unique leadership challenges of a nonprofit museum, from balancing artistic vision with financial sustainability to orchestrating the diverse priorities of hundreds of donors while maintaining institutional independence.

The conversation explores how museums evolve, despite being custodians of the past, through constant renewal of narratives, major capital investments, and the integration of digital tools. Max also lifts the curtain on what happens behind the scenes at the MET: from global research and education initiatives to cultural diplomacy and collaboration with institutions worldwide.

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses.Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

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In this episode, Thomas Buberl speaks with Sanjiv Lamba, Chairman and CEO of Linde, one of the world’s leading industrial gases and engineering companies operating in more than 80 countries.

Sanjiv shares how clarity, judgment, and strong values guide his leadership, and why decentralization is a key advantage in running a complex, capital‑intensive global organization. He reflects on the Linde-Praxair merger, exploring why culture, disciplined execution, and shared purpose were critical to making it one of the most successful industrial mergers in recent history, especially during the Covid‑19 crisis, when the company united around a single mission: saving lives.

The conversation also touches on AI and digital transformation, reverse mentoring, building resilience, and preparing future leaders for an increasingly uncertain world. Sanjiv closes with practical advice for aspiring CEOs on ambition, hard work, adaptability, and lifelong learning.

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses.Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.