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Waves of WisdomUnretirable: E23 - Unlocking Potential: The Power of NLPIn this engaging conversation, Luke Salway, CEO of Coachology, shares his journey from a manufacturing background to becoming a successful coach and trainer. He discusses the importance of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) in enhancing communication and leadership skills, the role of technology in modern communication, and how to navigate challenges, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Luke emphasizes the significance of emotional intelligence, building rapport, and the power of incantations in personal development. He also reflects on the concept of 'Unretirable,' advocating for continuous growth and purpose beyond traditional retirement. The conversation concludes with insights on achieving work-life harmony and...2025-07-251h 17
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E22: Selling Value through Differentiation David GomezDavid Gomez, an expert in value pricing and selling, shares his insights on how businesses can shift their focus from competing on price to emphasizing the value they provide. He discusses the importance of understanding customer perceptions, differentiating offerings, and creating memorable experiences. David emphasizes that true differentiation comes from service and relationships rather than just product features. He also highlights the significance of mindset in sales and the need for businesses to articulate their value clearly to avoid the pitfalls of price wars.TakeawaysValue pricing focuses on the perceived value rather...2025-07-1948 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E21: Minding Your Business with Ayesha J BibhaUnretirable - S1:E21: Minding Your Business with Ayesha J BibhaIn this power-packed episode of Waves of Wisdom, we dive into the neuroscience of leadership, the speed limits of our minds, and the emotional intelligence needed to thrive in a chaotic world — with none other than Ayesha J. Bibha.Ayesha is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), TEDx speaker, and the creator of the groundbreaking Mindspeed concept — a brain-based leadership framework that integrates neuroscience with emotional intelligence. From growing up in Bangladesh to becoming a global thought leader based in Australia, her stor...2025-07-131h 12
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E20: Getting back to Passion with Jaime Noel (Joel) SantosIn this inspiring episode of "Waves of Wisdom," host Iyaz Waheed sits down with Joel Santos, a visionary leader who proves that a career is not a straight path, but a dynamic journey of purpose and passion. From Procter & Gamble to venture capital and ultimately to leading Thames International Business School, Joel's diverse experiences illuminate his shift from financial success to social impact.Discover how his realization about business's broader impact led him to establish a school focused on profits, people, and the planet. Joel shares insights from his varied career, including work in Singapore's creative economy...2025-07-0636 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E19: Rediscovering life’s purpose after retirement with Nan IvesAfter 27 years in leadership at Fidelity Investments, Nan Ives took what many dream of — early retirement at 59. She imagined long weekends on Cape Cod, endless rounds of golf, and the freedom of an open calendar.But when the honeymoon phase ended, she was left with a question no one had prepared her for:“Now what?”In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Nan shares the real story of what happens after retirement — the emotional void, the loss of identity, and the search for meaning.Thi...2025-06-2851 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E18: Building a Journey of Growth with Imelda SutisnaIn this heartwarming and inspiring episode, Iyaz Waheed sits down with Imelda Sutisna, founder of Journey Training & Consultancy and President of the Association for Women's Empowerment. From her early days in hospitality to becoming a sought-after training consultant across the Maldives, Imelda shares her incredible journey of discovering purpose, igniting potential in others, and embracing a truly unretirable life.She opens up about pivotal moments that shaped her path, including how a single comment from her husband sparked her passion for teaching, and how a heartfelt letter from a participant redefined her purpose forever...2025-06-211h 03
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E17: Staying ahead of the disruption with Charlene LiIn this energizing episode of Waves of Wisdom, Iyaz Waheed talks with Charlene Li, one of the world’s top voices in digital transformation and disruptive leadership. A New York Times bestselling author, founder of Altimeter, and advisor to Fortune 500 companies, Charlene is on a mission to help leaders lead change, not chase it.With over 276,000 followers on LinkedIn and a wildly popular newsletter, she’s showing up every day with bold ideas that empower people to grow, evolve, and live with purpose—no matter their age or title.2025-06-1339 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E16: Mentoring for Growth with Andy LopataIn this powerful episode of Waves of Wisdom, host Iyaz Wahid welcomes Andy Lopata, internationally respected author, speaker, and one of the world’s leading authorities on professional relationships and mentoring. Described by BBC Worldwide as delivering “the best talk I’ve ever been to,” Andy brings over 25 years of experience in relationship strategy, networking, and leadership development.Together, Iyaz and Andy explore the profound impact of mentoring—both formal and informal—on personal and professional growth. Andy shares insights from his book, The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring, co-authored with Dr. Ruth Gotian, including th...2025-06-061h 00Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E15: Asking powerful questions with Dr. Masni Binti MustafaIn this episode, we sdiscussed about Asking powerful questions with Dr. Masni Binti Mustafa, a PHD. holder from Malaysia. She is an ICF coach trainer and has dedicated the last few decades to help others grow through coaching. In this episode, we not just discussed asking powerful questions, but we asked some powerful questions from each other and held a conversation from the heart. 2025-05-311h 00
Waves of WisdomUnretirable S1:E14 - Rewriting the rules with Ritu Mehrish.Episode 14 – Rewriting the Rules of Leadership with Ritu G. Mehrish - the author of Leader’s Block and Rewrite the Rules.In this deeply honest and inspiring episode of Waves of Wisdom, host Yas Wahid sits down with Ritu G. Mehrish, a global leadership expert, executive coach, and bestselling author who is redefining what leadership means—especially in times of challenge and transformation.With over two decades of corporate experience at powerhouses like Procter & Gamble and GE, Ritu has led teams across...2025-05-231h 02
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E13: Healing Through Wellness with Dr. Safeeya MohamedIn this powerful episode of Waves of Wisdom, we speak with Dr. Safeeya Mohamed—a medical physician, CEO, leadership coach, wellness advocate, and devoted mother. Her journey is shaped by early community service, profound personal loss, and a rare ability to turn adversity into purposeful action.One defining moment in her career was serving as the personal physician for Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai during her visit to Trinidad and Tobago—an experience that highlights the ripple effect one voice can have in the world.Dr. Safeeya is also the founder of Sisu Global Wellness, a company that inte...2025-05-171h 26Waves of WisdomUnretirable S1-E12: Turning a crazy hobby into a successful passion with Youtuber Joshua chua.In this exciting episode of Waves of Wisdom, we sit down with none other than Joshua Chua, one of Singapore’s most prominent digital creators, whose videos have captured the attention of millions across the globe.With over 100 million views and a loyal following of 500,000+ YouTube subscribers, Joshua has carved a name for himself as a creative powerhouse. From collaborating with top names in his niche to headlining prestigious events in cities like New York and Manila, he has proven that passion combined with relentless effort can open global doors....2025-05-1017 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable S1-E11 - Being intentional about your personal brand with Dr. Jerome JosephBeing intentional about your personal brand with Dr. Jerome Joseph2025-05-0426 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable S1-E10 - Navigating work-life transitions with Dr. Mavis MazhuraUnretirable S1-E10 - Navigating work-life transitions with Dr. Mavis Mazhura2025-04-2547 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E9 - Presenting with Power with Verity PriceUnretirable - S1:E9 - Presenting with Power with Verity Price2025-04-1840 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E8 - Getting comfortable with the uncomfortableUnretirable - S1:E8 - Getting comfortable with the uncomfortableOhcVRJvpuVCc1LrPXvMn2025-04-1140 min
The Limitless Podcast with Nick JonssonEpisode 227: Iyaz Waheed - UnretirableThis is episode #227 of Leadership Conversations: The untold Secrets of the C-Suite by Nick Jonsson and we are pleased to have with us Iyaz Waheed, President of Maldives Professional Speakers AssociationIn this episode, Iyaz shares his insights on his powerful philosophy on staying Unretirable—living a life driven by purpose, passion, and continuous growth, no matter your age or stage in life. With decades of experience and wisdom, Iyaz opens up about why retirement is not the end goal, but rather a shift in how we contribute, create, and connect with the world around us....2025-04-0720 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable S1:E7 - Small steps to big changes with kenneth KwanKenneth Kwan is a global speaker & author of “Small Steps To Big Changes” He has spoken to tens of thousands of leaders and executives in 40 countries, from Denmark, South Africa to Indonesia.Organizations like Singapore Airlines, AIA, Hilton, SingHealth and Coca Cola many more have engaged Kenneth to give keynotes. Even though he speaks in large stages, at end of the day, he is really a proud daddy of three active boys and is proud that he taught his kids to pee (lifting the seat cover) and ride their bicycles.Reach out Kenn...2025-04-0337 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable S1 E6 - Exploring The Purpose Code with Dr. Jordan GrumetIyaz Waheed talks with Dr. Jordan Grumet about his book "The Purpose Code" and how to live a more purposeful and fulfilling life. Dr. Grumet, a medical doctor with expertise in personal finance, shares his insights on finding your purpose, the importance of "little p" purpose, and creating a life you love so much, you'll never want to retire.2025-03-2838 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable S1:E5 - The Secret to Purposeful Living with Dr. Rawan HassanWhat’s the secret to purposeful living? Dr. Rawan Hassan has mastered the art of reinvention—shifting from mental health and public policy to transforming corporate culture and organizational wellness worldwide.In this episode of Waves of Wisdom, she shares how she discovered her passion and built a career driven by purpose. From leading UN-backed psychosocial interventions to reshaping leadership in Fortune 500 companies, Dr. Rawan now spearheads organizational change at TTM Associates, aligning values, leadership, and employee experience.Join us for a powerful conversation on embracing change, redefining success, and...2025-03-2143 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable S1:E4 - Exploring the most important life and business skill with Dr ArunaagiriWaves of Wisdom Podcast Series, Unretiable, features a conversation with Dr. Arunaagiri, a prominent sales trainer and personal mastery expert. Exploring the most important life and business skill," this episode dives deep into the art and science of selling and its relevance in all aspects of life. Dr. Arunaagiri discusses his mission to help people identify and remove self-created barriers to achieve a more purposeful and profitable life. The conversation also explores the importance of developing mastery, finding your passion (Ikigai), and cultivating happiness in your work and life.2025-03-1443 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable S1:E3 - Serving it forward with Jonathan LowWhat does it truly mean to give back? In this episode of "Serving It Forward," we delve into the inspiring journey of Jonathan Lau, a global speaker, coach, and author who embodies the spirit of selfless contribution. Discover how Jonathan has redefined retirement by embracing a life dedicated to "serving it forward."
Jonathan, with over 30 years of experience and accolades like ICF Master Certified Coach and Certified Speaking Professional, shares his transformative career shift from hospitality to impacting lives worldwide. He reveals the core concept of "serving it forward"—a philosophy where giving becomes a gift, and receiving a bonus.2025-03-0629 min
Waves of WisdomUnretirable - S1:E2 - Potentializing Human Potential with Andrew BryantPotentializing Human Potential with Andrew BryantIn this episode Andrew Bryant a Certified Speaking Professional and an Auther of four books, discuss about his work on Self-Leadership and also his upcoming book on Human Potential. He also explained how it is like to be unretiarable.2025-02-2838 minWaves of WisdomUnretirable E1:S1 - Finding your Niche with Vinay PushpakaranUnretirable E1:S1 - Finding your Niche with Vinay Pushpakaran2025-02-2131 min