WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk)
135 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago -WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk) speak to inspirational individuals around the globe about their personal leadership and growth. You will hear stories on how to build your tribe and be authentically you. How challenge, adversity, and resiliency can support, encourage and stretch your thinking. Join us to gain insight and tips to support your success at work and in your personal life.
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WIL Talk #31 Emily Tsitrian, speaker, author, shipping container enthusiast
March 23, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB“Make me the boss” author Emily Tsitrian shares her journey in navigating leadership and why she created the book she wished she’d had when she took her first leadership role in tech. She shares why it’s important to lead like the boss you want to work for, why millennials have such a tough time in the workforce, and more importantly the support you need when becoming a leader. Her 90-day guide is perfect for that first-time manager to set you up for success. Emily is one to watch!! She has ...
WIL Talk #30 Valeri Hall Little, Founder & Lead Business Coach, Built To SOAR™
March 16, 2022 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBAre you an overwhelmed entrepreneur? If so this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Valeri will help you rethink how you work so you can enjoy your business without burning out. She has been featured on CBC radio, Time Magazine, and The Huffington Post. • How to harness your secret superpower and accomplish your priorities • How to stay aligned with your purpose at work • How your business can be a broader expression of who you are.
WIL Talk #29 Dr. Errin Weismann, Life Coach specializing in burnout in high achievers | Podcaster | Author | Physician | Speaker | Day-maker |
March 09, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBMoving from burnout to badass is not an easy journey, but listening to Dr. Errin Weismann share her story helps us know it is possible. In our conversation, she shares how she managed to address the big question, “ Is this it? Is this all life is going to be?” She shares her best on rest and recovery, overcoming guilt and how being a workaholic is just like any other addiction. She is sassy, authentic, and gets real about navigating that addiction. If this podcast resonates with you leave us...
WIL Talk #28 Lexi B (Alexandria Butler), storyteller and freedom fighter
March 02, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBAccording to Alexandria Butler "Lexi B". “Everyone is a freedom fighter and has the opportunity to build equity in the workplace”. She is a storyteller and freedom fighter, helping others to recognize their greatness. I loved my conversation with Lexi B who is full of energy, funny, courageous and has such a potent way of demolishing your perception of privilege. She took us on a journey to better understand the unique cultural, social, and professional advantages as it relates to individual...
WIL Talk #27 Kim Chackal, Director of Sales & Marketing at Equifruit, Inc
February 11, 2022 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBEquifruit is committed to global domination in raising awareness about the banana industry, fair trade, and the impact we have as consumers. With small and simple changes we can impact an entire ecosystem. What consumption patterns do you have? Listen to the ideas that Kim Chackal from Equifruit shares in our WIL Talk podcast episode #27. These ideas can have an amazing impact by taking small steps.
WIL Talk #26 Eleanor Beaton, founder of SafiMedia
January 26, 2022 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBEleanor Beaton from Safi Media where we will speak about “How conforming to the status quo TANKS your Confidence.” Eleanor will share her secrets of showing up in an authentic and sustainable way and how this maximizes your power, attracts the right opportunities to you, and lets you craft a career you love. We will also be discussing how a silicon valley approach is harmful to women entrepreneurs.
WIL Talk #25 Jill Griffin, an executive career and Gallup® certified Strengths Coach
January 06, 2022 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBWe had a conversation with Jill Griffin. Jill will speak with us about how to balance work and life while living with a traumatic brain injury. She has spoken at AdWeek, the Digital Media Summit, SheKnows Media event, The NY Times, Hearst and Conde Nest. She was listed as Advertising Agent’s 25 Women to watch. Join us and learn more about doing mindset work to deal with a disability and work trauma, how to work through being fired and finding career joy again and so much more.
WIL Talk #24 Jennifer Risher, author, philanthropist, change maker
December 02, 2021 21:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBWe spoke with Jennifer Risher, author, philanthropist, change maker. Her book “We need to talk: A memoir about Wealth” tells the story of the impact of wealth on identity, relationships, and the sense of place in the world. Jennifer spent many years at Microsoft as a recruiter and product manager right out of school. Jennifer believes that community is key to learning and spreading information to the collective. She has a mission to educate on how we look at money, diversity, equality, etc....
WIL #23 Vanessa Vakharia, The Math Guru
November 21, 2021 22:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBWe had a conversation with Vanessa Vakharia, a rock star, literally!!! A math guru, an advocate for women in STEM and so much more. You will not want to miss this lively conversation as Vanessa shares her journey and how to love math again!! And on a more serious note why women are still underrepresented in STEM. She will make you laugh and get moving to make change happen in this world. Are you ready to be inspired to make a difference?
WIL Talk #22 Nikki Self, co-founder of Saponetti
October 28, 2021 17:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBWe had an inspiring conversation with Nikki Self, co-founder of Saponetti, disruptor and champion for building sustainable options that impact communities, our environment and our eco-systems. In this conversation, Nikki shared her “WHY” for educating and promoting an eco-conscious lifestyle and how each of us can do our part to reduce, reuse, refill, recycle in order to minimize the strain of human consumption on our world.
WIL Talk #21 Cristina Tahoces, DHN, NNCP, TEDx speaker, holistic nutritionist, owner of Thrive Nutrition Practice
October 15, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBWe discussed “Burn out or Bow out” with Cristina Tahoces, DHN, NNCP. During our discussion we addressed: * The impact of burnout on mental health, being physically present but emotionally absent * This state of overwhelm and the difficulty to get out of the weeds * Sleep and how we get more of it? * How to bring more love and joy to your life. She shared with us how we can use nutrition to get out of the weeds, build confidence, and enhance our courage. Be sure you mark your...
WIL Talk #20 Erika Biesenthal, Chief Number Cruncher and founder of Plan By Numbers
September 29, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBWe spoke with Erika Biesenthal, Chief Number Cruncher and founder of Plan By Numbers. Erika is a dynamo and shared with us some of the biggest mistakes business owners make. In our session, we talked about your why for doing what you do, some of the necessary habits to create as a business owner and most importantly your profits. Most business owners work so hard in their business that they don’t even think about paying themselves and as women, we know that story runs true in many aspects of...
WIL Talk #19 Fawn Annan, CEO & President IT World of Canada
September 16, 2021 20:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBWe spoke with Fawn Annan about her journey in navigating digital media and marketing technologies. Fawn is a trailblazer and has been an advocate for women throughout her career. She is the Vice-Chair Board of Directors for Women in Communication and Technology. She is also the co-author of “Digital Transformation in the first person, Surviving and Thriving in a hypercompetitive era.” Fawn shared with us some of her biggest and best lessons in navigating as a woman in leadership and how she ...
WIL Talk #18 Jackie Porter, one of Canada's most recognized financial planner
August 12, 2021 21:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBWe spoke with Jackie Porter, one of Canada’s most recognized financial planners! She is the author of "Single by Choice or Chance, the smart women’s guide to living longer better" I cannot wait to dig into what inspired this book. Jackie shared with us how she created a 7 figure net worth out of very humble beginnings and she will share insights and real-life stories on how to build a financial fortress in this age of uncertainty.
WIL Talk #17 Kelly Wendorf, author of Flying Lead Change
July 22, 2021 21:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBWe spoke with Kelly Wendorf, author, visionary teacher, horse-woman, and socially responsible entrepreneur from Santa Fe New Mexico. I am so excited to have Kelly on the WIL Talk podcast. I fell in love with Kelly’s book, “Flying Lead Change” an evolutionary kinship with horses and just knew we needed to hear her message. She shared with us her journey into the EQUUS experience and how an ancient system reveals how to respond to our changing world. We learned about being fully present, safe...
WIL Talk #16 Kelli Thompson, leadership coach, speaker, writer
June 24, 2021 17:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBWe had a conversation with Kelli Thompson, leadership coach, speaker, and writer. Kelli has earned her MBA and has served as Adjunct Management Faculty at the University of Nebraska – Omaha. Her thought leadership can be found on Thrive Global, Introvert Dear, Working Mother and IndogoBlue Magazine. But her favourite roles are wife and mother to a beautiful teenage daughter. You will not want to miss this conversation where we discussed taming the imposter monster. Kelli shared her favourite...
WIL Talk #15 Angela Podolsky, founder of Kinesics.com
June 11, 2021 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBWe had a conversation with Angela Podolsky, an award-winning entrepreneur with expertise in public speaking, corporate training, sales and business consulting. She is the founder of Kinesics.com, a consulting firm that helps business achieve their full potential by mastering the art of body language and non-verbal communication. Angela is a mentor and influencer to many. During our discussion, you will better understand your own body language, non-verbal communication, how to read others, w...
WIL Talk #14 Juliette Karaman van Schaardenburg, Founder of Feelfullyyou.com
May 27, 2021 18:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBWe spoke with Juliette -Van Schaardenburg, a coach, teacher, and writer on relationships, healing, sex and intimacy, trauma and how to choose you! Such an incredible conversation and learning experience. She specializes in the reinvention of the most intimate relationship in life...The one you have with yourself. This episode will touch on why and how to choose you!
WIL Talk #13 Sybil Allen, CEO of The Human Factor
May 13, 2021 20:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBIn this episode, we spoke with Sybil Allen, CEO of The Human Factor. Sybil has her Masters degree in Clinical and Medical social work as well as a Doctorate in Philosophy, Social and Organizational Psychology. She works diligently to maximize human potential and we are thrilled to have her join us. She shared tips on how to create space for courageous conversations and to take ethical action, one person, at a time. Her career has been focused on leadership development, conflict resolution an...
WIL Talk #12 Lori Bailey, CEO of Just4Women Group
April 22, 2021 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBLori is a seasoned veteran in the retail industry having worked with some iconic retailers across North America throughout her career. But a few years ago she made the decision it was time to go out on her own. Her story is one of passion, commitment, and resilience. One of her superpowers is her ability to bring that entrepreneur spirit to any corporation and now she is doing it for herself. Lori will share her stories of the challenges faced when striking out on our own to create someth...
WIL Talk #11 Dr. Rachel Corradetti-Sargeant, ND
April 08, 2021 18:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBOn April 8th, 2021, we had a discussion with Dr. Rachel Corradetti-Sargeant, ND. Dr. Rachel was destined for a career in Naturopathic Medicine – she’s a part total science nerd and part no-holds-barred health nut. Her recent focus is on both sides of the fertility spectrum - either women looking to try to conceive or women coming to the end of their fertile years. We gpt tips from her experiences in helping women of all ages and stages about menopause and hormonal changes. It is a discussion...
WIL Talk #10 Ashley Houston, blogger and influencer at Nashville Wifestyles
March 25, 2021 20:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBOn March 25th, 2021 we had a discussion with Ashley Houston, blogger and influencer at Nashville Wifestyles. Ashley was voted one of the Top 9 Bloggers in the SouthernUnited States in 2020. During our conversation, she shared her stories about her battles with mental health and the impact it has on her daily life, being a high-impact mompreneur, and showing up as your full and authentic self always!!
WIL Talk #9 Kimberly Kingsley
March 13, 2021 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBWe spoke to Kimberly Kingsley, author, teacher & licensed counsellor as she shared her work on "Brain state" and Being in "Flow". She took us on a journey to learn more about living with a higher vibration and how our current environment is a gift.
WIL Talk #10 Kimberly Kingsley
March 13, 2021 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBWe spoke to Kimberly Kingsley, author, teacher & licensed counsellor as she shared her work on "Brain state" and Being in "Flow". She took us on a journey to learn more about living with a higher vibration and how our current environment is a gift.
WIL Talk #8 Kathy Jo Van & Stacey Felzer
February 25, 2021 18:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBWe spoke with 2 very special guest, Kathy Jo Van and Stacey Felzer. These 2 ladies have had an incredible career individually and now collectively. In 2020, they combined forces and created the Empowering Women Mentorship program. Utilizing their own experiences in business and their collective network they saw the need for women to have strong and diverse mentors. Join us to learn more about the importance of mentorship and how to find the right mentor.
WIL Talk #7 Tosca Reno, a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and International best-selling author
February 11, 2021 21:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBWe had a discussion with Tosca Reno, a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, a New York Times, Amazon, and International best-selling author, fitness expert, and motivational speaker. The originator of the Eat Clean Revolution, for the past two decades, she has helped millions of followers lose weight, become healthy, and live their best lives with the Eat-Clean Diet ® . Tosca’s mission is to inform and inspire women to nourish their mind, body, and soul using the principles of the Eat...
WIL Talk #6 Adrienne Enns, Founder of May You Know Joy
December 17, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBJoin us for a discussion with Adrienne Enns, author of “Intentional Days” a beautiful book reflecting on how to live each day with intentional purpose. She is also the Founder of “May you know Joy”. Adrienne is a woman with a purpose and will share with us why her passion is focused on Joy.
WIL Talk #5 Nasheen Liu, Partner & SVP, CIO Program Strategy, The IT Media Group
December 03, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBOn Dec 3, 2020, we had a discussion with Nasheen Liu of IT Media Group, where Nasheen shared her story of agility, courage and resilience as she traveled from China as a young woman to 2 Continents, learned 3 languages and her ventures through 3 careers. Her stories will inspire and captivate you.
WIL Talk #4 Julie Hansen, Global Executive Advisor at Salesforce
November 19, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBJulie will take us on an adventure as she shares stories about her global travels and the things she has seen as common threads from women globally. Her intention and focus is in understanding why you should never under estimate the power of the human connection. Her stories will inspire and delight you with how to turn FEAR into FUN.
WIL Talk #3 Dr. Patty Ann Tublin, Founder & CEO of Relationship Toolbox LLC
November 02, 2020 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBDr. Patty an is an internationally recognized relationship and communications expert Featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox news Best selling author of “Money can buy you Happiness: Secrets Women need to know to Get Paid What They Are Worth!” and “Not Tonight Dear, I’ve Got a Business to Run”. In this episode of WIL Talk she brings insight, humor and a matter of fact voice to support women in showing up.
Dr. Patty Ann Tublin, Founder & CEO of Relationship Toolbox LLC
November 02, 2020 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBDr. Patty an is an internationally recognized relationship and communications expert Featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox news Best selling author of “Money can buy you Happiness: Secrets Women need to know to Get Paid What They Are Worth!” and “Not Tonight Dear, I’ve Got a Business to Run”. In this episode of WIL Talk she brings insight, humor and a matter of fact voice to support women in showing up.
Nannette de Gaspé Beaubien, Founder & CEO of Nannette de Gaspé Luxury Skin Care Brand
October 15, 2020 15:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBThis episode is dedicated to the beauty of each of us on the inside and the outside Nannette’s mission is focused on the inner beauty that wields the tapestry of our lives and the legacy we leave behind Learn about Nannette’s story that started in banking and eventually lead her to being a total disruptor of the luxury skin care industry
WIL Talk #2 Nannette de Gaspé Beaubien, Founder & CEO of Nannette de Gaspé Luxury Skin Care Brand
October 15, 2020 15:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBThis episode is dedicated to the beauty of each of us on the inside and the outside Nannette’s mission is focused on the inner beauty that wields the tapestry of our lives and the legacy we leave behind Learn about Nannette’s story that started in banking and eventually lead her to being a total disruptor of the luxury skin care industry
WIL Talk #1 Kavita Ahuja, Founder of Power, Purpose, Play
October 06, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBInterview with Kavita Ahuja Founder of Power Purpose Play, a global platform connecting women in midlife for the purpose of personal growth and reinvention. Kavita’s personal journey on how she discovered her true passion upon turning 50 and 3 important elements to achieve a balance in personal and professional growth through “Power, Purpose, Play” Visit www.purposepowerplay.ca for more details Episodes are sponsored by WIL Empowered WIL Empowered is the only online community offering...
Power, Purpose, Play
October 06, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBInterview with Kavita Ahuja Founder of Power Purpose Play, a global platform connecting women in midlife for the purpose of personal growth and reinvention. Kavita’s personal journey on how she discovered her true passion upon turning 50 and 3 important elements to achieve a balance in personal and professional growth through “Power, Purpose, Play” Visit www.purposepowerplay.ca for more details Episodes are sponsored by WIL Empowered WIL Empowered is the only online community offerin...