Lead your mind, or life will lead you.
Unlocking your leadership potential for clarity, connection and impact.
Lead your mind, or life will lead you.
Unlocking your leadership potential for clarity, connection and impact.
“You can’t manage what you cannot see. Leaders who harness the power of the mind & cultivate self-awareness, make the biggest impact.”
-Myrto
Lead Your Mind or
Life Will Lead You
How often have you found yourself lost in thoughts, caught up in worries about the future or regrets about the past, while life and work slip by? How often have unconscious thought patterns and beliefs influenced your decisions, leaving you feeling disconnected from your true intentions?
When you understand your mind and emotions and are in tune with yourself, you gain the power to consciously choose your responses rather than react to external circumstances. This clarity cultivates wisdom, helps you connect with your purpose, and enables you to lead with authenticity and empathy. It all starts with self-awareness!
It’s no wonder the best leaders are those with emotional intelligence, those who create psychological safety and trust in their teams, those who promote wellbeing and act as examples to bring positive change and create maximum impact.
Highlights
Taking the Reins: The Journey to Self-Leadership
Cultivating wellbeing and mental health for optimal performance.
Prioritizing Wellbeing in Life & Work
Master the art of self-leadership and emotional intelligence at work.
Powerful Teaming: From Me to We
How to build teams that excel and collaborate effectively.
Speak to Connect: Managing Challenging Communications
How to communicate with authenticity & respect.
Latest Thinking
Confidence doesn’t always follow competence. Often, it begins with the language we use internally—long before our skills are fully formed. By learning to reframe our inner dialogue, we can stay engaged, regulated, and effective, even in moments of uncertainty or challenge.
Before we assess someone’s skills, experience, or ideas, our brains ask a simpler question: Do I feel safe with this person? Research shows that trust is built first through warmth and only then through competence. For leaders, understanding this subtle but powerful dynamic can transform the way trust, engagement, and collaboration are built at work.
A personal reflection on empathetic leadership, rooted in early corporate experience and years in management consulting. This article explores the shift from transactional leadership to human-centered leadership, highlighting trust, emotional intelligence, and sustainable performance. A grounded look at why doing hard things in a human way is one of the most powerful leadership skills today.
An inside look at empathy, trust, and psychological safety through the lens of senior leadership development. The article reflects on how leaders can show up with honesty and care, build trust within their teams, and move beyond transactional leadership toward more human, emotionally intelligent ways of leading.
Many of us end the day more distracted and mentally drained than we expect. Often, the real cost lies in where our attention is pulled throughout the day. This article looks at the patterns behind attention, what they quietly amplify, and why becoming more intentional with focus can make a meaningful difference at work and in life.
What happens when everything you prepared for falls apart at the last minute? In 1975, Keith Jarrett walked onto a stage injured, exhausted, and faced with a piano that should have made performance impossible. What followed became one of the most influential recordings in jazz history. This story is not just about music. It is about leadership, presence, and the capacity to work with reality rather than against it.
Does empathy come with a trade-off in leadership? Many leaders wonder whether leading with empathy slows career progression in systems that seem to reward confidence, visibility, and political skill. This article explores why empathy and success are not opposing forces, and how leaders can combine heart-centered leadership with ambition, influence, and career growth, while staying aligned with the kind of leader they want to be.
Is your feedback focused on correcting the past or shaping the future? The intention behind feedback matters more than the words themselves. Myrto explores the difference between justice-driven and growth-driven feedback, and why that distinction has a profound impact on trust, psychological safety, and performance.
Trust is the invisible force that defines how leadership teams perform. Without it, collaboration becomes superficial and alignment starts to erode. With it, leaders can challenge each other openly, make faster decisions, and share accountability without fear. Yet, trust remains one of the rarest and most vital currencies in leadership today. This piece explores practical ways CEOs and leadership teams can move from guardedness to genuine collaboration, and how trust can be deliberately built through transparency, reciprocity, and time.
Online learning is now a vital tool for professional growth but ensuring it truly makes an impact takes more than just convenience. Drawing on over a decade of experience, we share ten practical tips for HR leaders to design online trainings that engage, inspire, and create measurable change. From defining clear goals and understanding your audience to fostering reflection and building year-long continuity, this guide helps transform virtual sessions into lasting learning experiences.
Learn how empathetic leadership cultivates psychological safety and trust in teams. Discover practical strategies for leaders to build strong relationships, foster collaboration, and improve performance by practicing empathy and compassion.
Self-care is essential for effective leadership. Prioritizing mental health and wellbeing helps leaders build resilience, improve team performance, and foster a positive work culture. Learn strategies for balancing self-care with leadership responsibilities for long-term success.
This article explores the hidden dangers of overconsulting and how excessive input from others can lead to decision fatigue, loss of clarity, and self-doubt. Discover practical steps to help you filter advice, trust your judgment, and make choices rooted in your own values and instincts.
Uncover the double bind dilemma that many women encounter at work, where being assertive can lead to negative judgments. Understand how biases influence women's communication and explore steps to foster more inclusive and fair workplace environments.
Discover why emotions play a crucial role in leadership success. Learn how understanding emotions can improve trust, communication, and decision-making, turning emotional intelligence into a powerful leadership skill.
Learn why women face higher burnout rates than men and explore the systemic causes of burnout in the workplace. Discover actionable strategies for creating a more sustainable work environment for women.
Learn how to transform stress into a powerful ally by reframing nervous energy. Embrace the power of perspective and shift your relationship with stress to achieve greater success and calm in challenging situations.
Explore 7 everyday habits that silently harm your brain’s ability to focus, regulate emotions, and stay sharp. Learn how small changes in lifestyle—backed by science—can boost your cognitive health, memory, and overall wellbeing.
Discover how discomfort can be a gateway to growth, meaning, and resilience. This article explores why we avoid discomfort, how it shows up in life and work, and offers mindfulness-based strategies to navigate it with greater awareness and courage.
Discover what art, and especially pottery, can teach us about leadership, resilience, and personal growth. Explore how creative practices foster patience, adaptability, and the courage to embrace imperfection.
WISE-UP is a new European initiative that strengthens the mental resilience of students and educators through the practice of mindfulness. With the participation of 13 partners from 6 countries this program brings free mindfulness-based activities to schools and fosters a culture of emotional wellbeing and digital balance in education.
Myrto Legaki talks about stress in the latest episode of ΒΟΞ Podcast. She dives into the topic of stress, what triggers it and how can we manage it in our day to day lives.
Our habits define us, but awareness gives us the power to change them. Discover how mindful leadership and intentional habits can unlock growth, innovation, and alignment with your values.
Recognizing the signs of burnout is the first step toward prevention and sustainable growth. Explore how self-leadership, resilience practices, and mindful work cultures can help balance ambition with wellbeing.
Transforming "I am" to "I am noticing" shifts how we manage emotions, fostering emotional agility and mindful leadership. Learn how this simple practice builds resilience, self-awareness, and intentional responses under stress.
Prioritizing wellbeing is essential for effective leadership. What are the four strategies to balance self-care with high demands, shift from perfection to consistency, and lead sustainably.
Case Studies
One Breath Leadership designed and delivered the Culture Leadership Program, “Leading through Care,” a comprehensive leadership development initiative created to support the translation of Metaxa Hospitality Group’s culture ambition into everyday leadership practice.
One Breath Leadership designed and delivered a highly interactive learning experience for Piraeus Bank’s top leaders, grounded in leadership psychology, emotional intelligence research, neuroscience, and practical workplace application. The content explored the connection between empathy, trust, psychological safety, and sustainable performance, while providing leaders with concrete tools they could immediately apply in their day-to-day roles.
A customized leadership offsite workshop for MSD, helping senior leaders strengthen trust, communication, and alignment. Through experiential learning, reflective dialogue, and practical frameworks, the session supported connected leadership, brave conversations, and a stronger foundation for collaboration in times of change.
Discover how we supported FIFA’s Commercial Partnerships team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a customized workshop designed to strengthen team performance, communication, focus, and collaboration in a high-pressure global environment.
How do high-performing teams sustain excellence during moments of transition? GitLab’s EMEA Sales team came together for a full-day leadership session designed not to fix performance gaps, but to strengthen alignment, connection, and self-leadership at the close of a successful year. Drawing on neuroscience, growth mindset, and team dynamics, the session focused on how individuals and teams perform under pressure, relate to challenge, and stay connected in a remote-first environment. Through experiential practices and collective reflection, the team defined the conditions and behaviors that support their best work, creating shared principles to carry momentum into new roles and responsibilities.
In this leadership offsite for Impala Terminals (Trafigura), One Breath worked with senior leaders to explore trust not as a soft value, but as a critical leadership capability. Grounded in organizational psychology and real operational challenges, the session translated trust into concrete behaviors that strengthen collaboration, execution, and ownership, creating a shared roadmap for trust at scale.
One Breath designed and delivered Balanced & Thriving, an interactive keynote and workshop for Coral as the company entered a new chapter under the leadership of CEO Kirki Kalantzi. Led by leadership consultant Myrto Legaki, the experience blended practical tools, science-based insights, personal storytelling, and mindfulness-based reflection to explore how balance, self-awareness, and healthy habits drive performance, innovation, and meaningful collaboration. The session strengthened unity across teams, deepened alignment with the organization's strategic vision, and highlighted wellbeing as a core leadership capability and catalyst for long-term growth in an evolving business landscape.
One Breath partnered with Roche Diagnostics to design and deliver “Finding Our Center”, an interactive in-person keynote during the company’s Annual Cycle. Blending mindfulness, embodiment, and reflective dialogue, the session helped participants pause, reconnect, and realign—cultivating awareness, appreciation, and grounded optimism for the year ahead.
Discover how British American Tobacco’s HR team partnered with One Breath to cultivate sustainable resilience and self-leadership under pressure. Through neuroscience, mindfulness, and practical tools, participants learned to shift from reactivity to awareness, fostering clarity, presence, and performance.
We designed and delivered a dynamic keynote for Antenna Entertainment’s global team of key stakeholders, focusing on resilience and wellbeing as vital capabilities in today’s fast-changing media landscape. Blending science-based insights with practical tools and reflective exercises, the session helped participants explore how self-care, recovery, and adaptability can enhance clarity, collaboration, and sustainable high performance across the organization.
Barilla’s HR team partnered with us to explore how empathy, trust, and psychological safety shape workplace culture. Through a customized Connected Leadership workshop, leaders gained tools to build team trust, foster openness, and lead with intention.
Following a phase of rapid growth, the Leadership Team of Sandoz, engaged in a reflective workshop to deepen trust, alignment, and shared presence. Through honest dialogue and structured activities, they surfaced unspoken dynamics and built a common language around trust—leaving with greater clarity, cohesion, and commitment to lead with openness, consistency, and collective impact across the business.
A customized leadership workshop for Microsoft Greece, Cyprus & Malta, designed to build emotional intelligence, resilience, and presence. Combining neuroscience, mindfulness, and leadership development, the session supported self-awareness, alignment, and clarity for high-impact leaders navigating change.
Perrigo aimed to strengthen communication and collaboration within its very diverse and multicultural Marketing Team by deepening emotional intelligence across the group. Recognizing the vital role of empathy, trust and presence in fast-paced team dynamics, we designed and delivered an interactive training focused on emotional intelligence and human connection at work.
Nestlé implemented a 6-week group coaching program to help employees manage stress, build resilience, and improve workplace effectiveness. The online program achieved high engagement, with 91% of participants confident in applying the techniques learned. The initiative led to improved well-being and productivity, with a Net Promoter Score of 90 and overwhelmingly positive feedback, highlighting its success in fostering a healthier and more resilient workforce.
The program focused on leadership development, networking, and gender diversity advocacy for the bank’s most senior women leaders. Over one year, participants enhanced leadership skills, increased confidence and built a supportive community. The program also raised awareness of gender diversity, cultivating a more inclusive leadership culture at the bank.
AbbVie’s leadership team participated in a 6-week coaching program focused on enhancing resilience, emotional intelligence, and team alignment during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program fostered improved collaboration, empathy, and adaptability, empowering leaders to navigate challenges and support their teams with confidence.
Bayer S.A. partnered with us to deliver a two-phased Mental Health First Aid Training program aimed at raising awareness and providing in-depth support for mental health challenges in the workplace. The company-wide training increased awareness and reduced stigma, while the targeted training for people managers equipped them with advanced skills for recognizing and addressing mental health issues. The program resulted in a more supportive work culture, with empowered managers fostering trust and psychological safety within their teams.
Papastratos implemented a 6-week group coaching program to boost resilience, focus, and wellbeing across all levels. With practical tools and interactive learning, the program resulted in high engagement, 95% participant satisfaction, and a Net Promoter Score of 70, driving positive behavioral change and reinforcing the company's commitment to employee development.
Nestlé partnered with us to deliver a one-day off-site training focused on resilience, wellbeing, and a growth mindset for a key team. The program equipped participants with tools to adapt to challenges, manage stress, and embrace learning opportunities, fostering a more resilient, engaged, and innovative team.
The Posidives Positive Culture program, developed with Alpha Bank, empowered women middle managers to cultivate a Positive Mindset and drive organizational change. Through a blend of e-learning, workshops, and keynotes, participants built resilience, enhanced leadership skills, and fostered collaboration. The program resulted in increased confidence, improved team dynamics, and a lasting impact on Alpha Bank’s leadership culture.
MSD partnered with us for a Wellbeing and Mental Health Day, focusing on stress, movement, connection, nutrition, and values. Held outdoors, the event offered mindfulness, yoga, creative activities, and a workshop to help employees enhance wellbeing, deepen connections, and live more authentically.
Kaizen Gaming collaborated with us to deliver the “Stress Free” and “Building Resilience” training programs, equipping over 200 professionals with tools to manage stress, enhance wellbeing, and build resilience. These interactive sessions fostered adaptability, mental toughness, and a proactive mindset, empowering participants to thrive in high-pressure environments and prioritize sustainable personal and professional growth.
A full-day workshop for Novartis engaged 250 employees through learning, team-building, and a keynote to promote diversity, inclusion, and a stronger workplace culture. Participants left inspired with practical strategies to foster inclusivity and drive meaningful change.
A 4-month tailored training program for Qualco Group empowered people managers to address workplace mental health effectively. The initiative raised awareness, reduced stigma, and equipped leaders with practical tools to foster psychological safety, open communication, and team resilience. The program achieved a 93% satisfaction rate, reflecting its success in strengthening leadership skills and creating a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
A one-day Powerful Teams program for AstraZeneca's senior managers focused on enhancing collaboration, team dynamics, and appreciation. The session delivered actionable insights, strengthened connections, and equipped leaders with strategies to foster a cohesive and motivated team culture.
A CEO of a Fortune 50 tech company sought executive coaching to enhance global leadership. Through our MindSets program, we focused on resilience, stress management, and intuitive leadership, leading to better decision-making, stronger team engagement, and a culture of innovation.
Client Praises
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Theodosis Michalopoulos - Microsoft CEO Greece, Cyprus, Malta
In today’s highly demanding and fast-paced corporate environment, where our teams are expected to perform at the highest level, it is essential to remember to pause and take care of our bodies and soul.
Thank you Myrto for this program - the scientific background, your energy and the inspiration you brought to the team. It was truly refreshing!
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Fragkiski Melissa - Alpha Bank, Chief Human Resources Officer
What an incredible journey! A transformative program designed to empower our women leaders. It fostered personal development, cultivated a positive workplace culture, and turned challenges into opportunities for growth. A heartfelt thank you - your dedication and enthusiasm are the driving forces behind this movement.
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Ulrich Schwoerer - CEO Roche Diagnostics
Myrto has created impact and value across all levels of our organization. Through impressive professionalism, great experience and utmost care, the programs have resulted in successes beyond our highest levels of expectation.
The results were remarkable and significant: reduced stress levels even in high-intensity working areas, increased resilience, improved productivity and communication among our colleagues.
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Thomas Kougkoulos - HR Director AbbVie Greece
Working every day in a fast moving business environment that demands high performing teams, it is critical to identify that we have to take care of our body and mind.
Myrto introduced the entire Abbvie Leadership Team to a method to cultivate resilience, clarity and wellbeing. Thank you for this Mindful Leadership program - your positive thinking, energy and inspiration were really valuable!
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George Georgalas - Talent Acquisition & Development Manager Nestlé
Collaborating with Myrto supported our team's physical and mental wellbeing and brought us together, cultivating empathy and connection.
Our people embraced the initiative at once and felt connection at a human level, empowerment and support. This is reflected in the program evaluations, which were outstanding.
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Aggelika Tzemou - HR Director, DEI Lead & Board Member, BAYER Hellas
Having collaborated with Myrto on a number of our wellbeing initiatives, I can attest to the deep and broad expertise she brings to the table, the wealth of insight and tools she offers.
In addition, the genuine care and tailored approach to our needs has accelerated our ongoing efforts to creating a supportive and healthy work environment for our people.
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Aspa Palimeri - Country Manager, Mastercard Greece, Cyprus, Malta
The workshop was the first mindfulnes experience for many, and triggered so diverse and interesting discussions within the team. Myrto introduced us in the best possible way, combining science with practice, to the ability to work with our mind to create new pathways. Priceless!
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Vasia Eftychidou - HR Director, British American Tobacco, Greece, Malta, Cyprus, israel
Thank you for an inspiring and insightful workshop. The reflections on taking responsibility, setting healthy boundaries and showing genuine care were truly on point: a powerful reminder of what real strength and growth look like.
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Tina Damaskou - GTM Lead Modern Work at Microsoft Southeast Europe
I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for the incredible workshop you delivered to our team.
The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and it truly speaks volumes about the excellent content and the engaging way you presented it. The level of interaction and participation was a clear indicator of the value it brought to our employees. It was impressive to see how you handled an online workshop with participants from so many different countries: your ability to navigate such a complex setup while keeping everyone engaged is admirable!
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Agata Jakoncic - MSD Managing Director Greece, Cyprus & Malta
I had the opportunity to work with Myrto Legaki during a recent leadership session with our team. What stood out was her amazing ability to create safe space, the conditions for honest, open dialogue - the kind that strengthens how a team truly works together.
She brought a very practical approach, helping us focus on everyday behaviors: how we listen, how we challenge each other, and how we build trust in real interactions, especially under pressure.
The impact was immediate and meaningful. Stronger alignment, more open conversations, connectivity and a clearer sense of shared responsibility across the team.
Thank you Myrto You made us better team!
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Andreas N. Metaxas - CEO, Metaxa Hospitality Group
Leadership development is a strategic investment in the future of every organization and its people.
Through our collaboration with One Breath, we strengthened both our individual and collective self-awareness as leaders through an experiential learning approach. We also gained new knowledge and practical leadership tools that enable us to better support the personal and professional development of all our employees.
What I found particularly valuable was the human-centered approach of the program. In a world that is constantly evolving and facing increasingly complex challenges, organizations need leaders who put people at the heart of decision-making, lead with empathy, build trust, and inspire and motivate others primarily through their own example.
When human-centered leadership becomes part of our everyday behavior, it creates meaningful change with lasting impact.
Participating in the Culture Leadership program helped us move forward with even greater confidence and commitment in that direction.
My sincere thanks to Myrto Legaki and the entire One Breath team for their professionalism, consistency, and the genuine value they brought throughout this journey.
Piraeus Bank partnered with us to enhance over 850 emerging talents through the "Building Resilience & Self-Leadership" program. This initiative focused on developing resilience, self-leadership, and a growth mindset to effectively navigate the dynamic banking sector. Participants engaged in interactive workshops, received resource support, and achieved a 95% satisfaction score. The program empowered attendees to view challenges as opportunities, fostering a culture of adaptability and improvement within the organization.