Empowered to Excel: Our Post-Summit Chat
Chatting with The Experts with Paula Okonneh
Release Date: 06/09/2025
Being Courageous and Seeking Peace
Chatting with The Experts with Paula Okonneh
Dr. Debora Kayembe, a Harvard Kennedy School fellow and the youngest ever to receive an honorary doctorate in the Democratic Republic of Congo, shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a challenging environment in DRC to becoming the first person of color to hold a leadership position at the University of Edinburgh in its 437-year history. She emphasizes the importance of education as a means to greatness and shares her profound insights on activism, courage, and the relentless pursuit of peace. Dr. Kayembe also discusses her work with the Royal Society of Edinburgh and the Young...
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My Journey As Neurodivergent
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Naeemah Elias, a leadership coach, speaker, and TEDx storyteller, who was diagnosed with autism and ADHD at the age of 49, shares her experiences of growing up in a neurodivergent family, raising her autistic son, and building a successful career while understanding her unique wiring. The conversation delves into how her diagnosis brought clarity and confidence, her journey of self-discovery influenced by her children, and the challenges and advantages of being neurodiverse. Naeemah also discusses her path to becoming a TEDx speaker and the importance of embracing one's mental health journey....
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How to Leave a Legacy as a Leader
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Maureen Aryee, a seasoned business and HR executive, discusses how women can advance from mere representation to influential leadership roles while maintaining purpose and long-term impact. Maureen shares her diverse career journey from IT to HR leadership roles at top corporations like Johnson & Johnson. She emphasizes the importance of emotional capacity, the ethical integration of AI in decision-making, and the significance of purpose in sustaining success and leaving a legacy. The conversation offers insights into building resilience, continuous growth, and effective leadership in both...
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How to Find your Unique Eating Style
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Dr. Ukpong Nwankwo, a physician, transformational coach, and Amazon best-selling author, shares her journey of overcoming breast cancer and the importance of finding a unique eating style that aligns with one's body and lifestyle. She emphasizes the significance of epigenetic testing in identifying personalized nutrition plans and explains how stress management and overall lifestyle adjustments can enhance health and well-being. Through inspiring success stories, Dr. Nwankwo illustrates how individualized dietary and lifestyle changes can lead to lasting energy, confidence, and freedom. ...
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The New Era of Women Entrepreneurs
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Mijiza Green, an accomplished entrepreneur and co-founder of the Opulent Lady Business Association, shares her journey from cosmetology to leading an organization that empowers women entrepreneurs globally. She discusses the importance of collaboration, resilience, and faith in building successful businesses. The conversation highlights the transition from traditional solo entrepreneurship to a more collaborative approach, emphasizing the potential for greater impact and growth when women work together. Mijiza also touches on the barriers faced in the entrepreneurial journey and how overcoming...
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Are you dying for your career?
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Dr. Nicole Bryan, a psychologist and leadership coach specializing in introverted women in leadership roles, explores the complex issue of work addiction, particularly how it disproportionately affects high-achieving introverted women. Dr. Bryan explains that work addiction is a real behavioral addiction, not just busyness, and outlines various symptoms such as compulsive working, mental preoccupation, and eroded personal relationships. The conversation covers why society rewards work addiction, making it harder to diagnose and address, and details how introverted women are especially...
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Your No-Regret Holiday Plan
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Kim Bailey shares three simple and effective ways to maintain balance during the holidays, focusing on food, fitness, and sleep. She offers practical tips on organizing your kitchen and pantry, planning healthy snacks, and making mindful food choices to avoid feeling stuffed. Kim emphasizes the importance of staying active through short, fun movements and maintaining a consistent sleep schedule despite the seasonal chaos. The conversation underscores the need for preparation and mindful practices to ensure a joyful and stress-free holiday season while keeping wellness as a priority. ...
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How To Care For Family Members
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Theresa Robertson, a seasoned family caregiver and advocate, discusses the concept of caregiving as a form of leadership. Drawing from Theresa's 25 years of experience caring for her husband, the conversation covers strategies for effective communication, setting boundaries, and maintaining resilience. Theresa highlights the importance of caregivers seeing themselves as CEOs, responsible for making critical decisions, building systems, and advocating for their loved ones. She also shares practical tips for balancing caregiving responsibilities while taking care of oneself. Timestamps:...
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Breaking Generational Trauma: Empowering Women to Transform
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Karla Scipio, a nurse consultant, author, and coach dedicated to empowering women to heal from generational trauma, discusses the importance of breaking the cycle of silence within Black families and the global nature of this issue. Karla emphasizes the power of storytelling, self-reflection, and intergenerational conversations for healing and transformation. She explores topics such as the difference between surviving and thriving, the significance of self-care, and the legacy of healing that impacts future generations. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 02:00 Breaking...
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Mastering Business Growth: Grow Bolder, Profit Faster, Scale Smarter
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Dr. Linette Montae, President of InterCultural Voices and creator of the Profitable CEO Framework, shares her insights on her unique GPS formula: Grow Bolder, Profit Faster, Scale Smarter. The discussion focuses on building confidence and clarity, enhancing visibility, and employing effective strategies to build a thriving business without bottlenecks, burnout, or busy work. Listeners will gain valuable tips on identifying their ideal client, maintaining consistency in business practices, and leveraging systems and processes for sustainable growth. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and...
info_outlineThe show recaps the 'Empower to Excel Virtual Summit' held on May 30th and 31st, highlighting key speakers and their contributions. Dr. Stella Iwuagwu, Suzan Hart, Sandy Arnette, Dr. Ayo Adenuga, and Nma Emeh introduce themselves and share insights into their fields of expertise. Discussions cover topics such as the importance of mindset and leadership, physical fitness as part of self-care, gardening, dancing, and community engagement as means of staying active. Furthermore, the show touches upon lessons learned in business, emphasizing the importance of patience, collaboration, and resilience. The episode concludes with acknowledgment of the challenges and strategies that entrepreneurs face in maintaining motivation and achieving their goals.
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