We are living in a pivotal global moment. The world is radically changing, are you? According to international scientists, 2030 is a point of no return, an unprecedented looming economic and existential threat to humanity - an inconvenient truth becomes an undeniable reality. In a world on fire, plagued by the worst global pandemic in over a century, we face unparalleled inequalities and menacing deep divides. Our Future hangs in the balance. If you are worried, you are not alone. The latest ...
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Hi all and welcome to www.grantvanzyl.com. This is where you will improve your financial literacy. I will be translating the difficult terminology of economics and complex jargon surrounding it, into something that is as easy to read as the daily newspaper. It’s almost like the ABC’s of the alphabet, once you have the foundation of anything, you can understand it much better. What you want is a coach that takes an active interest in your financial life, not just a planner that helps you once ...
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Dee Brown is the President and CEO of The P3 Group, the nation’s largest African American owned public-private partnership real estate developer. Each week Dee will talk with business executives, community leaders, and entertainers about their family, investments, careers, and how their success is impacting their community and legacy. If you’re looking for insight on what it takes to be successful, this is the podcast that will take you beyond the deal! The Sky’s the Limit with Dee Brown CEO ...
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“Rumi - The Kingdom of Love” with Dr. Mansour Malik in Dubai, UAE
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In this captivating episode, join us as we sit down with an extraordinary guest and Mandela MOvement cofounder, Dr. Mansoor Malik—a corporate lawyer turned international human rights advocate and founder of The Kingdom of Love—whose career spans London to Dubai. Discover how his unique journey, rooted in his early exposure to herbal medicine, trans…
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“Educate Our Children for Tomorrow” with International Educator Tony Gerlicz in the USA
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The Mandela International Magnet School is leading the way towards an innovative model of higher education that aims to give our world a human face. Leading a dynamic team to fulfill this challenge is Tony Gerlicz, an international educator who came up with the concept for the international magnet school in 2014. In this conversation with Anne Prat…
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"The Trial That Shocked the World" with Prakash Diar in Canada
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In the mid and late 1980s, a brave, young lawyer defended the “Sharpeville Six,” who were wrongfully prosecuted and sentenced to death for a crime they did not commit. Prakash Diar lost the case, but he used that loss to propel himself to a bigger struggle – to take on the entire apartheid system and apply global political pressure to galvanize the…
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The Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital with Dr. Nkuli Boikhutso in South Africa
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Our children are our future. But what kind of future will we have if our children can’t get the best healthcare they deserve? Like many other things, health is intricately linked with deeper societal issues. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to do it with excellence. Dr. Nkuli Boikhutso exemplifies this virtue as the CEO of the Nelson Mandela C…
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“Corporate Chiefs Leverage Big Business Power to Help Save Our World” with Harvard Professor Rebecca Henderson in the USA
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There is a lot of untapped power in big business, and it’s not just because of the financial power they possess. Collectively, the world’s capitalists have the potential to join forces and create positive change in the world. And what better what to leverage all that power and scale than to address some of the most pressing problems the world is fa…
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“Tragic Optimism” with Dean and Director Jon Foster-Pedley in South Africa
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With all the tragedy happening in the world every day, it’s quite easy to lose hope in humanity. However, as leaders, we should be the first to model that optimism so that others can be inspired. In this episode of Leading Boldly into the Future, Anne Pratt is joined by Jon Foster-Pedley, dean and director of Henley Business School Africa. Jon invi…
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"A West Point Military Academy Cadet” with Dr. Modupe Taylor-Pearce in Sierra Leone
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You can only lead others to the extent that you can lead yourself. Self-discipline and leadership go hand-in-hand. This is something that every aspiring bold leader needs to understand if they are to lead effectively. Dr. Modupe Taylor-Pearce of Sierra Leone learned this important principle from his stay in West Point and his years of experience in…
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"From A Cotton Field of Dreams to the White House" with Janis Kearney in the USA
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Many times, what people really need to change their lives for the better is a sliver of hope, and that hope can come in many forms. As leaders, we can use the power of story to inspire hope in others. This is what Janis Kearney has been doing as an author and philanthropist. Janis is the author of the inspirational memoir, “Cotton Field of Dreams.”…
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“The Nelson Mandela University” with Amb. Nozipho January-Bardill in South Africa
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Vulnerability is the new leadership superpower. Gone are the days when leadership meant winning at all cost. The great Nelson Mandela himself valued vulnerability, and he modeled it in his own leadership. Today’s guest, Amb. Nozipho January-Bardill strives to live by Mandela’s example as she leads the very organization that bears his name. She the …
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“A World On Climate Red Alert” with Dr. Richard Munang in Kenya, Africa
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The youth is our greatest untapped weapon to help solve the ongoing climate crisis. With the right tools and inspiration, we can leverage the youth to take unprecedented climate action that impacts not only the planet but also their own economic betterment. Dr. Richard Munang has been involved in this initiative in the past few decades, empowering …
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“Apartheid’s Public Enemy No. 1” with UK Parliament's Lord Peter Hain
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Nelson Mandela was the most iconic figure in South African history because of his heroic struggle against apartheid and racism, but he wouldn’t have done what he had done if not for the brave leaders who also took the stand against the oppressive establishment in their own ways. Decades before being a Lord in the UK Parliament, Peter Hain was one o…
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“DEI – Adapt, Transform, or a Rigged Monopoly?” with former JSE Director Zeona Jacobs in Switzerland
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Can you imagine what it must have been like in South African corporate board rooms when apartheid was lifted and a new political order started to rule over the country? Diversity, inclusion, and equity didn’t come about as if by magic. Brave, and sometimes unwilling activists have to take active steps to make it happen. Zeona Jacobs has seen her fa…
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“ESG: How to Sustain Sustainability” with Board Director, Tech Entrepreneur, and Investor Mr. Ryan McManus in the USA
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Gone are the days when sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and ESG are just nice concepts to have as a company. In this digital age, ESG is intrinsically tied to corporate success. In this episode, tech entrepreneur and board director Ryan McManus eloquently discusses the place of ESG in the evolving digital economy and how companies c…
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“Africa is Too Rich to Be Poor” with Leading Businessman and Academic Mr. Frik Landman in South Africa
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What must it take so Africa can fulfill her true potential? Embark on a transformative journey with Anne Pratt on Leading Boldly into the Future as she welcomes Mr. Frik Landman, a distinguished figure from the southern tip of Africa. In this episode, Mr. Landman, a seasoned businessman and academic, passionately shares insights on why Africa is to…
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Religion, Peace, and Justice: ‘I Hear Your Cry’ – with recent UCC Global President Rev. Dr. John Dorhauer in the USA
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For a significant part of human history, religion has always served to unify communities in a shared set of values and beliefs. But it has also been an instrument for othering and division. In these polarizing times, religion has to make a stance either for division or unity. Today’s bold leader believes that religion can be used as a catalyst for …
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“The FIGHT To Save America” with John Della Volpe in the USA
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The Gen Z are no longer kids. As we speak, they are now set to determine the course of American and world history, especially now that democracy hangs on the balance. Is Gen Z our secret weapon in the fight to save America? Our guest, John Della Volpe, deeply believes this to be the case. John is a pollster, an advisor to President Joe Biden’s admi…
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‘Swimming Upstream and Rugged Resilience” with Prof. Shirley Zinn in South Africa
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Nelson Mandela once famously said, “Courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.” Prof. Shirley Zinn not only conquered her fear, but she managed to get back up repeatedly with rugged resilience as she swims upstream on her path to success, impact, and significance. In this conversation, she shares more about her personal and profes…
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“HOT Politics and Peaceful Elections” with Patricia Luhanga in Zambia
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If you live in a country where peaceful elections are the norm, count yourself lucky. Such is not the case in much of the world. Globally, the challenge of protecting our democracies from powers that seek to undermine them is a huge undertaking. Patricia Luhanga did a lot more than her share in making sure that the electoral process goes smoothly i…
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“Money, Crisis, Success, Corporations, and You” with South Africa’s Ben Kodisang
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There is no denying how many mountains money can move, but it doesn’t have to be all self-serving. Otherwise, you’ll fall as fast as you rise. For Ben Kodisang, capital returns and social returns are not mutually exclusive: you can make good money while also doing good. In this episode, he joins Anne Pratt to talk about how, in this world of money,…
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“I said ‘No’ to the President and Got Decorated” with Ecuador’s Former Foreign Affairs Minister H.E. Luis Gallegos
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Our world is at a tipping point. We face unprecedented and life-threatening challenges for humanity, from artificial intelligence to quantum computing, climate change, and the looming specter of nuclear war. How do we, as individuals and as a global community, confront this uncertain, perilous future? Luis Gallegos, a former Foreign Affairs Ministe…
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"USA Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick’s Leadership Way"
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The United States of America was once the global gold standard for democracy. Why would the America of today not respond well to a message of unity? As perplexing as it sounds, it is what we are seeing today, not only in America but on global scale. Is there any way to fix this? What role will leadership play to bring unity back to the mainstream? …
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"Courageously Call People In, Not Out" to Heal Conflictual Divides with United World College (UWC) USA President Dr. Victoria Mora
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In a deeply polarized world, the quest for truth, reconciliation, and uniting humanity takes center stage. In this powerful episode, Anne Pratt engages in a heartfelt and authentic conversation with Dr. Victoria Mora, President of United World College U.S.A. and a member of the prestigious International Women's Forum. The topic explores conflict re…
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“A Global Trailblazer” with the World Trade Organization (WTO) Director General Dr. Ngozi in Switzerland
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When we look at trailblazers, it can be intimidating to imagine how much work it took to be where they are. However, for our amazing guest in this episode, becoming a global trailblazer is a natural outcome of doing what she loves and courageously taking considered risks. We have the privilege of welcoming Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director Gene…
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“Weaponizing Education to Change the World” with Rehmah Kasule in Uganda
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It takes a global village to change the world in a powerful way, and education is the single most effective weapon we can use to make that happen. Coming from the rural village of Goma in the landlocked African country of Uganda, Rehmah Kasule used education to shape her own destiny as an entrepreneur, speaker, author, and global leader. As a youth…
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“Leading with Dignity” with Harvard’s Dr. Donna Hicks in the USA
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We may be different and unequal in positions of power, but we are all equal in dignity. Dignity consciousness or what international expert on conflict resolution, Dr. Donna Hicks, calls “Mandela Consciousness,” ensures that nobody can take away your dignity. Dignity is your inherent value or worth. You're born with it. It is different to respect, w…
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“Stage 3 Gastric Cancer – Going for Cure" Special Message from Anne Pratt in the USA
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It’s official. Anne Pratt has been diagnosed with stage 3 gastric cancer. She remains hopeful for the best possible outcome, and she has gathered the best team around her to work tirelessly to find the best possible cure. But what would this mean for the Leading Boldly into the Future podcast? Tune in for this special announcement. Love the show? S…
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“Adaptive Leadership” with Harvard Kennedy School Fellow Mercy Atieno Odongo in Dubai
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Most of us would have heard “adapt or die.” The past few years have shown us just how true that saying rings, especially when it comes to leadership. Why is adaptive leadership so critical in the world? Joining Anne Pratt from Dubai is Mercy Atieno Odongo, a Harvard Kennedy School Edward Mason fellow and Obama Foundation, Africa Emerging Leader, an…
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“African Leadership University (ALU) Ranked in Global Top 50 Most Innovative Companies” with Provost Dr. Nhlanhla Thwala
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The African Leadership University has started a revolution in higher education. It’s more than just another brick in the wall. It is transforming higher learning in Africa to produce its future leaders. For its work, it was named one of the Global Top 50 Most Innovative Companies in 2019. To talk to us about this extraordinary achievement and how i…
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“Don’t Choose Extinction” with United Nations Boaz Paldi in the USA
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Planet Earth is on Red Alert, and there is no Planet B. If there is one thing that will unify humanity and keeps us all awake at night, it is the climate emergency and its’ existential threat to the human species. #DontChooseExtinction is not just a compelling and catchy name for a climate action advertising campaign. It is the message that Boaz Pa…
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“Africa's Food Glorious Food” with Amandla Ooko-Ombaka in Kenya
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Africa is the perfect place to do well and to do good. Think about it. It’s an underestimated continent with 54 countries, 1.4 billion people, a treasure chest of investment opportunities and a market valued at more than $3.1 trillion US and an estimated $430 million empty bellies. There is a tremendous opportunity for agriculture corporations to s…
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"A Builder of Modern Bulgaria" with former Foreign Affairs Minister H.E. Nadezhda Neynsky
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At a young age, H.E. Nadezhda Neynsky was exposed to a world that taught her that it was not enough to be capable, talented, hardworking, and ambitious to have a bright future. You need to be a part of the system, piercing through the structures and changing it from the inside. This led her to enter the world of politics, where she is putting herse…
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The American Schism with Best-Selling Author Seth Radwell in the USA
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These days, it seems like it is better to keep our opinions to ourselves for fear of offending others. We see this not only among individuals but also corporations. There is a tendency to just put our heads in the sand to avoid any engagement. Observing this, Seth David Radwell describes a collapse of political dialogue in the country. And he has w…
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'Growing Up I Wanted to be White’ with MTN Group Exec. Yolanda Cuba in South Africa
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How do we develop a growth mindset, one of teachability that says, "I make mistakes and grow," one of adaptability that says, "I transform and change," and one of possibility that says, "I can be more, do more, and achieve the impossible"? This is what we learn from the story of Yolanda Cuba, who went from wanting to be a white person when she grew…
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A Refugee is a Refugee’ with Dean Dr. Maja (Maya) Zelihic in the USA
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No matter where we come from or what challenges we face, we can all make a positive impact in the world and overcome adversity. As refugees, we are not defined by our past, but by the strength and resilience we exhibit in the face of adversity. In this episode, we have Dr. Maja Zelihic, who shares her powerful story as a refugee. Growing up in Yugo…
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A Carjacking Leadership Moment with H.E. Prof. Dr. Edgars
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What would you do if you found yourself in the middle of a carjacking event? This traumatic moment has the power to alter your identity because it is now a part of you, and it is difficult to shake that. This episode’s guest has gone through a very traumatic carjacking incident. What he realized soon after extends far beyond himself, bringing out a…
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Harvard President Larry Bacow - When Power and Leadership Intersect
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Being in a leadership role puts you in a position of power. It is with this power that you can lend your voice to the voiceless and speak out. Making a difference by boldly stepping into leadership, the 29th President of Harvard University, Lawrence Bacow, joins Anne Pratt in this episode. He shares with us how he defines bold leadership and what m…
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A Shoemaker’s Daughter – A Global Corporate Exec. and Board Chair, Ann Cairns
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The world is unfair, but in an unfair world, music and the performing arts can help us exercise leadership and inspire change because music is the food of love. Music and the performing arts can build our confidence, help us exercise leadership, and inspire change in the world. To put it boldly, perhaps it's time for music and the performing arts t…
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'Belonging - Beat the Odds' with Faith Khanyile in South Africa
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Diversity, equity and inclusion doesn’t just happen. Whether in the workplace or in society in general, it has to be done with intention. DEI is something that needs more than just a little push for it to actually happen. Corporations need to push programs for it. Governments need to push legislation for it. And even families need to radically chan…
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A NYSE Biz Case for Purpose Led Corporations in the USA
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Are you looking for a way to grow your business and stay ahead of the competition? First things first: establish your foundation by finding your purpose. In this episode, Best Buy Former CEO Hubert Joly discusses how purpose-led corporations have been making waves on the NYSE and attracting investors and customers. Hubert teaches how having a highe…
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Success, Sustainability, and Greed with Prof. Dr. Hellicy Ng'ambi in Zambia
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Africa is a rich continent in terms of natural resources and human resources. But why is a significant percentage of its population poor? What went wrong? What is the missing link? We tackle this hefty topic in this episode with Prof. Dr. Hellicy Ng'ambi of Zambia. An academic trailblazer who has been in a number of illustrious leadership capacitie…
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Brain Science: Wired for Success with Dr. Srini Pillay in the USA
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Everything you do in life relates back to your brain or mindset. If you want to improve your business, you have to improve your people first. And the best way to improve them is to change their mindset. If you keep saying "I wish I was a successful athlete," that will never happen unless you start taking action. It's all in your brain. You need to …
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Rethink Shareholder Value with Thierry Pimi in South Africa
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Capitalism has created a lot of good things for humanity, but it has historically also been the source of many of the world’s ills. Will capitalism in its current form be a catalyst for positive change? Or will it continue to wreak havoc on the planet and disadvantaged communities? Is it time to rethink capitalism and shift our focus from sharehold…
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'Redefine the Leadership Playbook' with Sharmla Chetty from the UK
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The COVID-19 pandemic has undeniably brought us to unprecedented times. What we thought worked before has been uprooted, forcing us to innovate and transform. There just is no playbook for leadership at a time like this. It is, therefore, time to experiment and redefine it! This episode’s guest, Duke Corporate Education’s Global CEO Sharmla Chetty,…
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Dare to Dream with Dr. Astrid Tuminez in the USA
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Daring to dream isn’t just about dreaming. It’s about attaining the technical skills and knowledge and taking action to make those dreams a reality. Today’s bold leader inspires us to dare to dream and take action to make our dreams come true. Dr. Astrid Tuminez was raised in the city slums of the Philippines. Through her unstoppable pursuit of edu…
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The Sky's the Limit - EP 22 | Torrence McKnight, President & CEO Torrence McKnight State Farm
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In today’s episode of The Sky’s The Limit, Dee Brown, President and CEO of The P3 Group Inc, talks to Torrence McKnight, President and CEO of Torrence McKnight State Farm Insurance Agency. Torrence is a Results-driven leader with repeated success maximizing new business development and customer retention for high-growth companies. Over the past 20 …
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Go Back to Your Village with Dr. Douglas Mboweni in Zimbabwe
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Today’s episode is centered around why leaders need to look and go back to the village which helped them become who they are today and empower others with opportunities, skills, and knowledge to do the same. It is the circle of life! Dr. Douglas Mboweni is the Group Chief Executive Officer of Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Limited. He has had a remarkabl…
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21st Century Higher Ed with Harvard GSE President In Residence - Prof. Brian Rosenberg
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It can be so easy to get caught up in the bureaucratic machinery when you are in an administrative role that often, leaders lose sight of the human aspects. A scholar of Victorian literature, this episode’s guest takes the lessons from Dickens on the importance of not losing your heart in leadership. This has guided him in his career from student t…
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Boardroom Dancing with Nolitha Fakude in South Africa
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You can be a member of the corporate world and be an agent of change. Nolitha Fakude is a prime example of this. In her 30-plus years in the corporate world, she has served on multiple multinational, multi-listed company boards. She's a respected authority on transformation and empowerment, the upliftment of women and diverse previously marginalize…
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Big Business Makes Big Impact with Sneha Shah
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Nowadays, there exist corporations much bigger than most governments. Big businesses make a big impact in today's society. Today, we are joined by Sneha Shah to discuss the depth and range of the impact businesses have on the economy and the larger society. In her chat with host Anne Pratt, Sneha opens up about her multicultural identity and profes…
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Planting Olive Trees to Co-Exist in the Holy Land with Sulaiman (Souli) Khatib
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You can’t fight violence with more violence. That is a path more costly and damaging to the present situation. For Palestinian liberation fighter Sulaiman (Souli) Khatib, it is through nonviolence work that he is promoting understanding between Israelis and Palestinians and the end of the Israeli military occupation. In this inspiring episode, Soul…
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