#116 Don’t Crack Under Pressure (from racing cars to managing people) w/ Marta Pardo

Ever felt like you’re driving full-speed through life with no brakes? That’s exactly how I felt talking to Marta—from racing cars to racing through 30 years of senior leadership, she’s done it all. In this episode of Timeless Teaching, we talk about how she’s learned to balance intensity with inner calm. Marta shares her personal journey of growing up fast (managing 80 people at 16!), leading with fire, and learning how to slow down just enough to breathe. And yes, she really does wear red and drive like a Ferrari!

Discussion Topics: Driving Fast through Business and Life & Learning

• How to stay strong under pressure with simple self-discovery tricks
• The simple secret to staying calm every day
• What stress and fevers have in common (and how to cool down)
• Are you stuck in life’s rat race? Here’s a new way to think about it
• The unexpected leadership lesson from racecar drivers
• Why knowing when to stop is your superpower
• The real reason self-mastery is so hard
• Struggling to lead? This mindset shift can help
• A quick tip to clear your mind when everything feels loud
• Want better mental health? Start by moving your body
• How to turn pressure into real joy
• Concluding Remarks

Our Guest: Marta Pardo

Marta Pardo is an internationally recognised expert in customer experience, leadership, and motivation, with over 30 years of experience in hospitality and corporate management. Starting her career at just 16, she has led global teams, managed heritage hotels, and worked with industry giants like Disney, Marriott, and Accor. A sought-after keynote speaker and author of *On the Road to Motivation*, she created the P-ROAD method to help leaders inspire trust and drive results in times of change. Recently named Best Live Speaker 2024 and ranked among the Top Global Management Gurus, Marta continues to break new ground at 52.