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Confessions Of A Successful LeaderEP. 48: Leadership Lessons from Life's Crucible: A Tech Founder's Inspiring Origin Story with KC GoundiamIn this episode of "Confessions of a Successful Leader," we delve into the remarkable journey of Karima-Catherine (KC) Goundiam, a tech entrepreneur who transformed personal adversity into a powerful leadership narrative. Born in Senegal and raised in France, KC faced the sudden loss of her father at a young age, propelling her from a life of privilege into one of resilience and self-discovery. In this episode, you will:Navigate Career Transitions: Gain insights into shifting from corporate roles to entrepreneurship with strategic foresight.Embrace Leadership for Growth: Understand the pivotal role of leadership in driving...2024-12-1031 min
It’s a Small Business World050 - How to get noticed on LinkedIn with Sabita SinghTired of being overlooked online? Listen to Sabita Singh, Global LinkedIn Coach and President of Trivetta Consulting, explain how to build a powerful professional brand on LinkedIn, achieve that all-important All-Star status, and start getting noticed today!Get more information related to this episodeFind Sabita Singh on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sabitasingh Find Sabita Singh on Twitter: @sabitasingh Check out the Trivetta Consulting website: www.trivetta.com Find Trivetta Consulting on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/trivetta-consulting Find Jay-Ann Gilfoy on L...2024-11-2645 min
It’s a Small Business World049 - Serial Co-founding with Oli BarrettWant to learn how to get started? Listen to Oli Barret, self-proclaimed serial co-founder, talk about connection, inspiration, enriching conversation and why starting projects is his passion in life. Get more information related to this episodeFind Oli Barrett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olibarrett Find Oli Barrett on Twitter: @OliBarrett Check out Oli Barrett’s website: www.olibarrett.com Check out Build a Better Network: connector-unit.teachable.com/p/build-a-better-network Check out the Tenner website: www.young-enterprise.org.uk Che...2024-09-111h 01
It’s a Small Business World048 - Professionalizing the DEI industry with Af Malhotra of the Diversity Economics InstituteIn 10 years, DEI is going to be a 30 billion dollar market, but there are hardly any data companies working in that space—so, he’s building one. Af Malhotra, Founder and Chair of the Diversity Economics Institute, speaks to our hosts about how making diversity data more accessible to C-suite leaders will completely change the corporate world as we know it. Get more information related to this episodeFind Af Malhotra on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/afmalhotra Find Af Malhotra on X (Twitter): @AfMalhotra Find Af Malh...2024-06-1947 min
It’s a Small Business World047 - How to make sure no one is left behind with Cynthia V Davis CBEDiscover how one tech platform is changing the landscape of diversity and inclusion in the United Kingdom. Listen to Cynthia V Davis CBE, Founder and CEO of Diversifying Group and Diversifying Jobs, explain how her platform helps employers reach a more diverse workforce and amplify their brand at the same time.Get more information related to this episodeFind Cynthia V Davis CBE on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiavdavis/ Check out the Diversifying Group website: www.diversifying.com Check out the Diversifying Jobs website: diversifyingjobs.co...2024-06-0550 min
It’s a Small Business World046 - PRIDE EPISODE: How to walk a mile in someone else’s heels with Trade Commissioner Maddie MorrisMeet Maddie Morris. She’s the first Trade Commissioner to openly transition while serving the Government of Canada. Tune in to hear her story, find out how she helps small businesses navigate international markets, and learn how she advocates for minorities in the business world and beyond!Get more information related to this episodeFind Maddie Morris on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/maddie-morris-cn-usa-trade/ Find Maddie Morris on X (Twitter): @CommrMorrisPNW Check out Maddie Morris’s website: www.maddieleemorris.com Follow our host...2024-06-0145 min
It’s a Small Business World045 - How to achieve over 90% utilization of employee benefits with Amy SpurlingDiscover how to personalize employee benefits to achieve over 90% utilization. Listen to Amy Spurling, Founder and CEO of Compt, tell us how to effectively engage your company’s people, how to retain them, and how to treat them like adults. Get more information related to this episodeFind Amy Spurling on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/amyspurling/ Find Amy Spurling on X (Twitter): @amyspurling Check out the Compt website: www.compt.io Find Compt on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/compt/ Find Compt o...2024-05-2246 min
It’s a Small Business World044 - BONUS EPISODE: Angry Black BusinesswomenMeet our special panel of Black businesswomen—Deborah Womack, Aggie Yemurai Mutuma FCIPD and Dr. Rashada Harry FRSA! Tune in to this special episode for a multifaceted conversation about breaking harmful stereotypes, women supporting women and the joys and challenges of owning your heritage and identity in the corporate landscape. Get more information related to this episodeDeborah WomackFind Deborah Womack on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/theladyd/?originalSubdomain=uk Find Deborah Womack on Twitter: @TheLadyD Check out the MedialakeAI website: medialake.aiFind Med...2024-05-181h 31
It’s a Small Business World043 - How to find freedom by leveraging your 9 to 5 with Maurice PhilogeneDo you ever feel like a prisoner in your own life or career? Tune in to this episode of It’s a Small Business World as our hosts KC Goundiam and Jaime Buelta talk to Maurice Philogene, Financial Freedom and Lifestyle Design Coach, about the power of understanding your “why” and how to leverage your 9 to 5 job to gain real freedom in both your career and your personal life. Get more information related to this episodeFind Maurice Philogene on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene Find Maurice Philogen...2024-05-0845 min
It’s a Small Business World042 - BONUS EPISODE: How to do PR without lying with Gini Dietrich of Spin SucksGini Dietrich, founder and CEO of Spin Sucks, talks one-on-one with our host KC Goundiam about the constantly evolving world of PR and her unwavering commitment to staying above reproach. If you’re in the market for a PR agency, take KC’s advice: “Don’t call Gini if you want to do weird, sketchy stuff.”Get more information related to this episodeFind Gini Dietrich on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ginidietrich Find Gini Dietrich on X (Twitter): @ginidietrich Check out the Spin Sucks website: spinsucks.com Find Spin Sucks on...2024-04-2646 min
It’s a Small Business World041 - The changing future of work with Jean-François ThunetTechnology and innovation are changing the future of work in unpredictable and revolutionary ways. Tune in to this episode of It’s a Small Business World as our hosts KC Goundiam and Jaime Buelta talk to Jean-François Thunet, Deputy CEO of Mantu, about entrepreneurship, AI, generation gaps, and why he still believes the future of work is human. Get more information related to this episodeFind Jean-François Thunet on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jfthunet Find Jean-François Thunet on X (Twitter): @jfthunet Check out the...2024-04-2440 min
It’s a Small Business World040 - “We’ve all had that one conversation" with Sandra Abi-Rashed, co-founder of MentoroSandra Abi-Rashed, co-founder of Mentoro, is changing the world one coffee at a time by connecting mentors and mentees on her networking platform. She joins hosts KC and Jaime to talk about the power of transformative conversations and the importance of learning from others in business.Get more information related to this episodeFind Sandra Abi-Rashed on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sabirashed/ Find Sandra Abi-Rashed on X (Twitter): @sandraabir Check out the Mentoro website: mentoro.coFollow our hosts on social me...2024-04-1033 min
It’s a Small Business World039 - How to use social media to grow your travel company with Jessica DanteWant to learn how to build a travel company online? Listen to Jessica Dante, international speaker and founder of Love and London, talk about how to build your social media following, monetize your content marketing, and grow your digital travel brand!Get more information related to this episodeFind Jessica Dante on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jessicadante Find Jessica Dante on Instagram: @jessdante Check out Jessica Dante’s website: jessicadante.com Check out the Love and London website: loveandlondon.com Find Love a...2024-03-2738 min
It’s a Small Business World038 - How to “blow shit up” in business and in life with Cindy Gallop of MakeLoveNotPornMeet Cindy Gallop, the self-proclaimed Michael Bay of business and the founder of MakeLoveNotPorn. Listen as she shares how to successfully “blow shit up” in business and in life with our hosts KC Goundiam and Jaime Buelta. Tune in to this exciting episode for a candid conversation about breaking boundaries, reinventing industries, navigating the world of white, male investors, and spearheading the social sex revolution.Get more information related to this episodeFind Cindy Gallop on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cindygallop Find Cindy Gallop on Instagram: @cindygallop...2024-03-2048 min