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Empowerment MinutesSustaining the Sprint: Overcoming the Slump and Leading with Bold Action with Dr. Maurine Kwende
You’re in your second-half sprint but what happens if momentum starts to fade?
Do you have a plan to avoid the slump and turn bold action into lasting impact?
In the new episode of the Empowerment Minutes Podcast you will learn how to avoid the slump, keep your momentum, and build consistent habits for enduring success and legacy. The sprint may start the race, but it’s the consistent stride and strategies that builds your legacy.
Tune in now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music, or your favorite podcast plat...2025-07-2908 minEmpowerment Minuteshe Second Half Sprint: Vision, Goals, and Habits That Propel Your Dream Success with Dr. Maurine Kwende
Are your daily actions moving you closer to your biggest dreams—or pulling you further away?
This week on the Empowerment Minutes Podcast, we're diving deep into "The Second Half Sprint: Vision, Goals, and Habits That Propel Your Dream Success."
You'll learn practical strategies to:
Align your vision and set clear, bold SMART goals
Eliminate habits that hold you back and cultivate new accelerator habits
Build daily practices that consistently move you closer to your dreams
Tune in now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Mu...2025-07-2213 minEmpowerment MinutesCourage Over Comfort: How to Take Bold Steps Towards Your Vision with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you choosing comfort over courage? Are you stuck in your comfort zone? Just like a rubber band achieves its purpose when stretched, you unlock your true potential by embracing tension. The Law of the Rubber Band by John Maxwell states: "Growth stops when there’s no longer tension between where you are and where you could be." In this weeks episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast titled "Courage Over Comfort: How to Take Bold Steps Toward Your Vision," you will learn how to see discomfort as a powerful indicator of growth, tap into your why when challenges arise, ex...2025-07-1510 minEmpowerment MinutesBeyond the Barriers: 7 Strategies to Overcome Obstacles and Unlock Your Full Potential with Dr. Maurine Kwende
Are you ready to break through what’s holding you back? Do you have big dreams for your second half of the year but feel stuck? In this week’s episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast titled: Beyond the Barriers: 7 Strategies to Overcome Obstacles and Unlock Your Full Potential, we discuss actionable strategies to help you identify the real barriers (they might surprise you!), shift your mindset and take bold, imperfect action. Tune in now on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify YouTube Music, or your favorite podcast platform and ultimately accelerate your goals.
2025-07-0808 minEmpowerment MinutesBeyond the Midpoint: Strategies to Fuel Bold Action and Momentum with Dr. Maurine KwendeFeeling stuck at the midpoint of the year? What if the second half of the year became the boldest, most focused season of your career and life? This month’s theme on the Empowerment Minutes podcast is: Set Your Dreams in Motion: Accelerate Your Second Half with Bold Action, inspired by my book “Dream Big and Live Your Dreams Boldy” which empowers high achievers and organizations to escape invisible traps that hold them back and take bold action to unlock their full potential and drive meaningful growth, making the second half of their year unstoppable. In this week’s episode...2025-07-0211 minEmpowerment MinutesYour Leadership Legacy: Reimagining a Future-Ready Culture with Dr Maurine KwendeOver the past few weeks on the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we've explored what it means to be a future-ready leader and organization, covering everything from assessment to cultivating a resilient mindset and empowering your teams. Now, as we close this series, we're diving into the pillars of a future-ready culture – the strategies essential to your leadership legacy. What leaders’ model, empower, and leave behind matters.
Listen now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, YouTube Music, or your favorite podcast platform to learn how to build a future-ready culture that lasts.
2025-06-2411 minEmpowerment MinutesRe-Skilling and Upskilling for Relevance: Preparing Your Teams for the Future with Dr. Maurine KwendeIs your team and organization future-ready?
The future of work is here. In this episode of "Empowerment Minutes," we discuss why re-skilling is essential for future-ready leadership. She'll share actionable strategies to prepare yourself and your team for what's next, including:
Why employees need to reskill and the key skills that matter most.
Three ways to build a culture of continuous learning.
Tools and programs to help your leaders thrive
Tune in now on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music, or your favorite podcast platform and learn how...2025-06-1709 minEmpowerment MinutesFuture-Ready Leadership: Cultivating the Mindset for Tomorrow's Organization with Dr. Maurine KwendeIn today's rapidly evolving world, a leader's mindset is crucial for navigating change, uncertainty, complexity, and opportunity. This podcast episode dives into the essential mindsets every leader needs and strategies to build a future-ready organization. Tune in on Amazon Music, ITunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music or your favorite podcast platform and learn how to cultivate a future-ready mindset for intentional leadership.
2025-06-1010 minEmpowerment MinutesAre You Future Ready? 10 Questions to Prepare Leaders and Organizations for What's Next with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre You Future-Ready? As a leader, you and your organization’s success depends on more than just reacting to change, it’s about anticipating it, adapting, and leading through it.
In the latest episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we discuss 10 Questions to Prepare Your Organization for What’s Next. From assessing your organization, leadership mindset to scanning your environment and upskilling your team, this episode is your guide to building a future-ready leadership and organization. Tune in on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music, or your favorite podcast platform and tag a leader who needs to hea...2025-06-0312 minEmpowerment MinutesReframe and Rise-How Leaders Can Shift Perspective and Unlock Growth with Dr. Maurine KwendeFeeling the weight of leadership challenges lately? You're not alone. While leadership can be challenging, you don’t have to stay stuck. In this week’s episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast following Memorial Day, leaders are invited to pause and reframe the way they lead when facing challenges. We explore:
Reframing and how it helps leaders find purpose despite challenges
Leveraging strengths to navigate uncertainty
Tune in on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music or your favorite podcast platform and explore how to reframe and rise.
2025-05-2708 minEmpowerment MinutesHarnessing Strengths: The Power of Strengths-Based Coaching for Client Growth with Dr. Maurine KwendeContinuing on the theme of strengths-based leadership and this week being the international coaching, this episode focuses on empowering client growth through strengths based, values and belief. Listen and learn why this approach matters, how its applicable to ICF competencies and supporting client growth through strength-based conversations. Tune in on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music or your favorite podcast platform and explore a pathway to client growth and success.
2025-05-1308 minEmpowerment MinutesLead with What You've Got-Leveraging Your Leadership Strengths and Values with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis week on Empowerment Minutes, we’re kicking off our May theme of Strengths-Based Leadership by helping you uncover your super power as a leader. In this episode we discuss how to identify your unique leadership edge. For those who have a copy of my book " Dream Big and Live Your Dreams Boldly" refer to Chapter 10. Explore how strengths and values shape your leadership. Tune in on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music, or your favorite podcast platform and learn to lead from a place of strength, values, clarity and confidence!
2025-05-0611 minEmpowerment MinutesRenew Reflect Rest Reset: A Pathway to Leadership Success with Dr. Maurine KwendeWhen was the last time you gave yourself permission to pause? As leaders, we’re always in motion but growth doesn’t only happen in the doing. It also happens when we pause. This week on the Empowerment Minutes Podcast, we dive into the four-part reset cycle, discuss why intentional pauses fuel long-term success and ways to grow without burning out. Tune in on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music or your favorite podcast platform and explore a pathway to leadership success.
2025-04-2209 minEmpowerment MinutesLegacy Leadership in Action: How to Build What Will Outlast You with Dr. Maurine KwendeWhat kind of impact are you building as a leader—one that’s temporary or one that will outlast you? This week on the Empowerment Minutes Podcast, we continue our April theme: The Power of Renewal: Reinventing Yourself and Your Leadership. Legacy isn’t just what you leave behind—it’s what you build right now.
In this episode, we’ll explore:
✅ What legacy leadership really means
✅ How to align daily choices with long-term impact
✅ Ways to intentionally shape your leadership legacy today
Tune in on Amazon, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube M...2025-04-1508 minEmpowerment MinutesThe Courage to Bloom-Leading with Boldness and Purpose with Dr. Maurine KwendeWhat if this is your season to stop hiding and start blooming? This week on the Empowerment Minutes Podcast, we continue our April theme: The Power of Renewal: Reinventing Yourself and Your Leadership. In this week's episode The Courage to Bloom: Leading with Boldness and Purpose, we explore how to embrace bold leadership, let go of playing small, and grow into the leader you’re meant to be. Bold leadership doesn’t mean having it all figured out. It means showing up—even when it’s uncomfortable. It means growing into your purpose, one courageous step at a time. You don’...2025-04-0807 minEmpowerment MinutesThe Power of Renewal-Why Every Leader Needs a Fresh Start with Dr. Maurine KwendeDo you really need to do more this second quarter—or is it time to let go of what no longer serves you as a leader- or both?
What if renewal isn’t about adding more to your plate—but about releasing, realigning, and making space for what truly matters?
April’s theme on the Empowerment Minutes Podcast is:The Power of Renewal: Reinventing Yourself and Your Leadership
We’re kicking off Week 1 with the episode: “Why Every Leader Needs a Fresh Start”
In this episode, we explore:
✅ Why letting go is es...2025-04-0111 minEmpowerment MinutesThe Power of the Collective: Women Transforming the Future of Work Together with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis week on the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we discuss the power of the collective: how women are transforming the future of work together.
From leading with compassion and purpose to creating inclusive, flexible workplaces, mentorship, collaboration and community—women are not just leading, they’re they’re doing it together.
"There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish." — Michelle Obama
Join the Unstoppable Women Webinar, kicking off March 27 — designed to empower and equip women to rise, lead, and thrive.
2025-03-2509 minEmpowerment MinutesUnstoppable: How Women in Leadership Rise, Overcome Challenges, and Triumph Anyway with Dr. Maurine KwendeStill celebrating National Women’s History Month! This month’s theme on the podcast is Women in Leadership, and this week, we’re diving into a powerful conversation about what it means to be an unstoppable woman in leadership.
Women in leadership face unique challenges—imposter syndrome, job loss, criticism, and systemic barriers—but guess what? We rise anyway. In this episode, I’m sharing why women should never back down when faced with obstacles and strategies to push forward and thrive.
PLUS! Want more insights? Join me for the Unstoppable Women Webinar, starting March 27, where we’ll...2025-03-1814 minEmpowerment MinutesHeart-Centered Leadership: Cultivating a Heart Centered Culture and Organization with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you ready to transform your organizational culture? Discover how heart-centered leadership can revolutionize your workplace. In the latest Empowerment Minutes podcast episode, we discuss how actionable strategies including kindness, empathy, compassion, emotional intelligence, and values and how they pave the way for success. "Leadership is not about being in charge. It's about taking care of those in your charge." — Simon Sinek
2025-02-2512 minEmpowerment MinutesThe Art of Active Listening: Listening to Lead (Not Reply) and Transform your Leadership with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you truly listening to lead, or just waiting for your turn to reply?
In the latest episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we explore how honing your active listening skills can transform your leadership. Learn what active listening really is, how builds trust, deepens team connections, and strategies that drives transformation in your leadership.
"The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood. The best way to understand people is to listen to them." – Ralph Nichols
2025-02-1811 minEmpowerment MinutesHeart-Centered Leadership: Transforming Leadership Through Authentic Relationships with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you ready to build authentic relationships that transform your leadership? In this episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we explore how genuine connections can reshape your leadership, boost team morale, and drive lasting success. We also discuss actionable strategies to foster trust, open communication, and a work culture where everyone feels valued.
"Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we’re supposed to be and embracing who we are." – Brené Brown
Tune in on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite platform, and start leading from the heart.2025-02-0412 minEmpowerment MinutesGuided to Greatness: Leveraging Mentoring to Reach Your 2025 Goals with Dr. Maurine KwendeDid you know January is National Mentoring Month? In our latest episode, "Guided to Greatness: Leveraging Mentoring to Reach Your 2025 Goals," we discussed mentoring, its benefits, strategies to help you find the right mentor, tips to help you accelerate your progress and reach your 2025 goals. You’ll also learn best practices and how you can become a mentor, providing the same invaluable support to others.
“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin
Tune in on Amazon Music, Itunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music, or your favorite...2025-01-2114 minEmpowerment MinutesNew Year New Goals: Creating SMART Goals and Cultivating Habits for Lasting Success with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you ready to kick off the new year with SMART goals and strong new habits? In this episode, we dive into the SMART goal setting and explore practical strategies to build (and break) habits that will help you stay on track all year long. "We are what we repeatedly do… therefore excellence is not an act, but a habit.” Will Durant. Tune in now on Amazon Music, Itunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music or your favorite platform, and learn strategies for a successful year!
2025-01-1412 minEmpowerment MinutesFrom Dreams to Reality: Using Vision Boards to Manifest Your 2025 Goals with Dr. Maurine Kwende
As we wrap up this year and prepare to return in 2025, now is the perfect time to reflect on your journey and map out a future you’ll be proud of. In this final episode of the year, learn how to use vision boards to turn your dreams into clear, actionable goals for 2025."The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." – Eleanor Roosevelt. Tune in now on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music or your favorite channel start transforming your aspirations into reality. We’ll see you again in 2025! Happy holidays.
2024-12-1715 minEmpowerment MinutesTurning Lessons into Goals-How Reflection Drives Future Success with Dr. Maurine KwendeAs we approach the end of the year, there’s no better time to reflect on your experiences and use those insights to shape your 2025 goals. In this episode, we explore how intentional reflection transforms lessons learned into meaningful, forward-looking objectives that set the stage for future success. "We do not learn from experience... we learn from reflecting on experience." – John Dewey
2024-12-1015 minEmpowerment MinutesLeading with Appreciation- Practical Ways to Show Gratitude to your Team with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you ready to transform your leadership with the power of gratitude? In this week’s episode, we dive into practical ways leaders can show appreciation to their teams and build a positive, thriving workplace culture. "Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough and more." – Melody BeattieTune in now and discover how leading with gratitude can uplift your team and transform your organization.
2024-11-2612 minEmpowerment MinutesThe Art of Gratitude: The Secret Sauce of Leadership with Dr. Maurine Kwende
Can gratitude be your secret leadership sauce? What’s the most powerful lesson you’ve learned about the impact of gratitude on leadership? Learn some lessons learned and how to harness the power of gratitude to elevate your leadership game. Discover how gratitude can transform your leadership style and inspire your team. Listen to the latest episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast for inspiring stories on lessons learned and practical tips and strategies. Tune in now on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music or your favorite channel for valuable insights and practical tips.
2024-11-1212 minEmpowerment MinutesThe Power of Gratitude in Leadership- Transforming Teams and Cultures with Dr. Maurine Kwende
Did you know that gratitude is a game-changer for leaders? In this week’s episode of the empowerment minutes podcast, we dive into the transformative power of gratitude in the workplace and how it can uplift team morale, boost productivity, and foster a positive culture. Learn why leading with appreciation matters, and get practical tips for incorporating gratitude into your daily leadership style.” Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it into words is all that is necessary." – Margaret Cousins. Tune in now on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music or your favori...2024-11-0512 minEmpowerment MinutesReclaim your Happiness:- 7 Steps to Break Free from a Toxic Workplace with Dr Maurine Kwende
Aren’t you tired of tears, sadness, and the emotional roller coaster at work? It’s time to reclaim your happiness! This week, we wrap up our Toxic Leadership series with the final episode! We’re sharing 7 powerful steps to help you reclaim your happiness and break free from a toxic work environment. Plus, we’ll dive into best practices to protect your well-being along the way. Tune in on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform and take the first step towards a healthier and happier you. "Happiness is not something readymade. It comes from your own...2024-10-2912 minEmpowerment MinutesEmpowering Change-Breaking Free from Toxic Leadership Habits with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre toxic habits holding back your leadership potential? In this week's episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast titled "Empowering Change: Breaking Free from Toxic Leadership Habits," we dive into actionable strategies for detoxing your leadership style and eliminating the toxic behaviors that can silently undermine your team’s success.
"Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge." — Simon Sinek. Tune in now on Amazon Music, Itunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube music or your favorite podcast platform and take the first step toward becoming a more intentional, impactful leader.
2024-10-1513 minEmpowerment MinutesThe Ripple Effect of Toxic Leadership: How One Leader’s Actions Impact the Entire Organization with Dr. Maurine KwendeDid you know that toxic leadership can create a ripple effect that affects your entire organization? In this week’s episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we dive into how toxic leadership can have far-reaching consequences on morale, productivity, and culture. We also discuss key signs that your organization might be suffering from the ripple effect of toxic leadership.We discuss actionable strategies to identify, address, and stop the spread of toxic behaviors before they damage your team.
Tune in on Amazon Music, Itunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music, or your favorite podcast platform and learn how to de...2024-10-0812 minEmpowerment MinutesToxic Habits: The Silent Killers of Leadership with Dr. Maurine Kwende
This month on the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we're focusing on the theme of Detox Leadership—how leaders can eliminate harmful behaviors to create healthier, more effective teams. In this week’s episode, we’re tackling one of the most critical topics: Toxic Habits: The Silent Killers of Leadership. These subtle yet destructive behaviors can quietly undermine your effectiveness and damage your team's morale, productivity and more. Tune in on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform and take the first step towards healthier, more effective leadership.
"Leadership is not about being in charge. It's about...2024-10-0112 minEmpowerment MinutesEssential Qualities for Leading through Change with Dr Maurine KwendeAre you ready to lead through the challenges of tomorrow? In this week’s episode, we explore the essential qualities that every leader need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. From adaptability to emotional intelligence, we discuss the strategies that will future-proof your leadership and equip you to lead effectively through change.
"The best way to predict the future is to create it." – Peter Drucker
Tune in now on Amazon Music, iTunes, Spotify, Podbean or your favorite podcast platform and start cultivating the leadership qualities that will ensure your success in the face of chan...2024-09-2410 minEmpowerment MinutesFuture-Proof Your Leadership Through Coaching with Dr Maurine KwendeAre you ready to future-proof your leadership? In today's rapidly changing business landscape, leaders must constantly adapt and evolve to stay ahead of the curve. In this week’s episode, we explore how coaching helps leaders stay ahead of the curve. In this episode, you’ll learn how coaching equips leaders to navigate the complexities of the future and key coaching techniques and the impact of coaching on leadership and organizational culture. Tune in and learn how coaching can transform your leadership and prepare you to lead with confidence.
"A coach is someone who tells you what you d...2024-09-1711 minEmpowerment MinutesFuture-Proof Leadership: Strategies for Building Adaptable Leaders with Dr. Maurine KwendeIs your leadership ready for the future? In our latest episode, we discuss key strategies for future-proofing your leadership through cultivating a growth mindset and building resilience. Discover how to adapt to constant change and lead with confidence, ensuring your leadership style remains relevant and impactful no matter what challenges lie ahead. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why a growth mindset is essential for future-proof leadership.
How to develop resilience to thrive through rapid changes.
Actionable strategies to enhance adaptability and lead through uncertainty.
Prepare yourself and your team for the challenges of tomorrow.
2024-09-1010 minEmpowerment MinutesHarnessing Big Data for Effective Decision-Making with Dr. Maurine KwendeIn a world overwhelmed by data, how can leaders turn vast information streams into actionable insights? Dive into our latest episode where we explore the strategies that empower leaders to make effective decisions using big data. Learn how you can apply these tips to drive success in your organization. Learn practical strategies for integrating big data into your decision-making processes. Don't miss this insightful guide to navigating the complexities of big data and enhancing your leadership decisiob-making capabilities.
2024-09-0310 minEmpowerment MinutesThe Importance of Big Data in Leadership Decision-Making with Dr. Maurine KwendeAs a leader, are you leery of leveraging big data for decision-making? In this episode, we dive into the world of big data, discussing its challenges and benefits, and why it’s crucial for leaders to harness its power for informed and strategic decision-making. Tune in on Apple Music, Itunes, Spotify, Podbean or your favorite streaming service and learn why and how to make it work for you.
2024-08-2707 minEmpowerment MinutesLeadership and Technology: Navigating the Ethical Compass with Dr Maurine KwendeAre you facing ethical dilemmas in technology as a leader? The latest Empowerment Minutes podcast episode offers insights and practical strategies for navigating the complex ethical landscape. This week's episode also explores how leaders can maintain their moral compass while driving innovation. Tune in to discover practical strategies for building an ethical culture within your organization. #EthicalLeadership #TechEthics #LeadershipPodcast #leadershipandtechnology #organizationalculture
2024-08-1313 minEmpowerment MinutesThe Future of Agile Leadership-Trends and Predictions with Dr Maurine KwendeAre you prepared for the future of leadership? Tune into our latest podcast episode, where we explore the evolving leadership landscape in the modern world. In this episode, we uncover how cutting-edge technologies transform agile practices, cultural shifts' importance, and more. "The best way to predict the future is to invent it." – Alan Kay. Agile leaders don't just adapt to changes; they drive them. Tune in now to gain insights that will prepare you to lead with agility and innovation. Available on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean, Spotify, YouTube Music, or your favorite streaming service!
2024-07-3007 minEmpowerment MinutesAgile Leadership: Speed and Precision in Agile Decision-Making with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you ready to transform how you make decisions? Dive into our latest episode, where we explore the critical skills of speed and precision in agile decision-making. Learn about the tools and strategies to help you lead with agility and confidence in today’s fast-paced business landscape. "In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity" — Sun Tzu
2024-07-2316 minEmpowerment MinutesCultivating an Agile Mindset: 7 Keys for Organizational Success with Dr. Maurine KwendeWhether you're leading a startup or steering a large organization, tune into the latest episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, where we unlock the secrets to developing an agile mindset that fosters innovation and dynamic success. Discover essential strategies every leader needs to thrive in today's fast-paced world and lead your organization successfully. Whether leading a startup or steering a large organization, these insights will empower you to break through barriers and lead with confidence and agility. Don’t forget to like, comment, and share if you find these strategies helpful. Join the conversation and let us know how yo...2024-07-1610 minEmpowerment MinutesAgile Leadership: Navigate Change as an Agile Leader with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis month's Empowerment Minutes podcast theme is "Agile Leadership." This week's episode delves into the secrets to thriving in rapidly changing environments and learning how leaders can empower their teams more effectively. Learn practical strategies to embrace and implement agility in your leadership approach. "Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future." — John F. Kennedy.
2024-07-0911 minEmpowerment MinutesCreating a Culture of Productivity: Essential Steps for Organizational Success with Dr. Maurine KwendeIs your workplace buzzing with productivity or bogged down by inefficiency? In this episode, we explore what it means to develop a workplace productivity culture. We discover the key characteristics that define a high-performance work environment, understand the importance and benefits of fostering such a culture, and explore actionable strategies to create one. Learn how leading companies set the standard and how you can implement similar practices in your organization. A productive culture is not just about working harder; instead, it's about working smarter together. Tune in to elevate your team's productivity and drive your organization toward success!
2024-06-2513 minEmpowerment MinutesFrom Unproductive to Unstoppable: Proven Strategies to Enhance Workforce Productivity with Dr. Maurine KwendeIs your team struggling with productivity? You're not alone. Continuing on the theme of productivity, this episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast explores current statistics and why workforce productivity is crucial for business success. Learn practical strategies, starting with strategic planning, and discover how to transform your team's productivity from unproductive to unstoppable. "Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort." - Paul J. Meyer
2024-06-1817 minEmpowerment MinutesUnveiling the Causes Unproductively in the Workplace with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis month’s theme on the Empowerment Minutes podcast is 'Empowering Productivity,' we're committed to helping leaders unlock their team's full potential. This week's episode delves into the hidden barriers holding employees back. Empowering productivity starts with recognizing these barriers. Join us as we uncover these factors and provide actionable strategies to boost your team’s performance and morale.
2024-06-1115 minEmpowerment MinutesFrom Chaos to Clarity: Strategies to Become Your Best Possible Productive Self with Dr. Maurine KwendeFeeling overwhelmed and unproductive? This month's theme is empowering productivity in the workplace. In today's episode, the focus is on leaders. It's about empowering leaders to unlock their best possible productive selves so they can empower others. As a leader, you can't boost your team's productivity until you've empowered your own. In this episode, we discuss productivity and your best possible productive self, share a vision for your ideal productive workday, and provide strategies to help you crush your goals this month.
2024-06-0414 minEmpowerment MinutesFrom Burnout to Balance: Self-Compassion Strategies for Leaders with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you feeling the weight of compassion fatigue as a leader? In this week's episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we discuss the critical topic of self-compassion and compassion fatigue in leadership. We explore the signs of compassion fatigue and provide actionable strategies for leaders to manage it effectively. Tune in as we navigate the challenges of compassion fatigue and share valuable insights to help you maintain balance and well-being in your leadership journey. Tune in to learn how to take care of yourself while continuing to lead with heart and empathy.
2024-05-2811 minEmpowerment MinutesCompassionate Leadership: Unlocking Psychological Safety in the Workplace with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you fostering psychological safety in your team? This week, we continue with the theme of compassionate leadership, exploring the crucial concept of psychological safety. Join us as we uncover the benefits of vulnerability, shed light on the dangers of perfectionism, and offer actionable strategies to cultivate a safe and supportive environment for your team. Tune in to learn how fostering psychological safety can transform your leadership approach and drive success in your organization.
2024-05-1410 minEmpowerment MinutesLeading with Heart: Nurturing Compassionate Leadership with Dr. Maurine KwendeHave you ever wondered how leaders can lead with more compassion?
This month, we're embarking on a journey to explore the transformative theme of "Humanizing Leadership." Join us as we delve into the essential qualities that set exceptional leaders apart: empathy, compassion, and authenticity.
In this week's episode, we're tackling the heart of compassionate leadership. What does it mean to lead with compassion? How can you foster genuine connections with your team? And why is practicing self-compassion crucial for effective leadership? "Compassion is not a luxury. It is essential for our own peace and mental...2024-05-0708 minEmpowerment MinutesValues-Driven Leadership- Nurturing a Culture of Authenticity Integrity and Impact with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre your values aligned with the values of your organization? Is your organization built on a foundation of strong values? Discover the transformative power of values-driven culture in this episode! Tune in as we explore the impact of values on organizational success and leadership effectiveness. Listen and learn practical strategies to cultivate a culture of integrity, authenticity, purpose, and impact. "Values are like fingerprints. Nobody's are the same, but you leave 'em all over everything you do." - Elvis Presley
2024-04-2308 minEmpowerment MinutesPurpose Unleashed- How to Cultivate a Purpose Driven Culture for Organizational Excellence with Dr. Maurine KwendeIs your organizational culture purpose-driven? In this week's episode, we delve into the world of purpose-driven cultures, exploring strategies to determine if your organization aligns with this transformative ethos. From defining purpose-driven culture to uncovering its myriad benefits, we cover practical insights to assess and cultivate purpose within your organization. Don't miss out on unlocking the keys to driving sustainable growth and fostering a culture of purpose.
2024-04-1611 minEmpowerment MinutesCultivating Growth: Building a Dynamic.Learning Culture for Organizational Success with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis week on the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we explore the profound impact of a learning culture on business success. We unravel the essence of continuous learning, share strategies for cultivating a dynamic learning environment, and uncover the benefits of prioritizing growth and development. Tune in to gain valuable insights and discover how fostering a learning culture can drive innovation, enhance employee engagement, and propel your organization to new heights.
"Learning is not attained by chance; it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence." - Abigail Adams
2024-04-0914 minEmpowerment MinutesExploring Organizational Culture and Its Impact on Business Success with Dr. Maurine KwendeDive into the heart of organizational culture with us this month on the Empowerment Minutes podcast. This month, we're exploring the theme of organizational culture, delving into what it means for businesses and how it shapes the future. In today's episode, we unravel the intricacies of organizational culture and its profound impact on business success. Tune in to discover the essence of organizational culture and its significance, the effects of nurturing a vibrant culture, and Strategies for aligning culture with business strategy. Join this insightful discussion to gain valuable insights into unlocking the full potential of your organization through...2024-04-0207 minEmpowerment MinutesLeading with Heart: Nurturing Compassionate Communication in Leadership with Dr. Maurine KwendeTune in to our latest podcast episode, "Leading with Heart: Nurturing Compassionate Communication in Leadership." Join us as we explore the transformative power of mindful communication infused with compassion in leadership. Discover practical strategies for fostering deeper connections, building trust, and driving positive change within your teams and organizations. Don't miss this insightful discussion on how leading with heart can elevate your leadership journey!
2024-03-1908 minEmpowerment MinutesMindful Leadership: Navigating the Present with Purpose with Dr. Maurine KwendeDiscover the transformative power of mindfulness in leadership with our latest podcast episode! Join us as we explore practical strategies for cultivating mindfulness and navigating the present with purpose. Tune in to unlock the keys to greater focus, resilience, self-regulation, and compassion in your leadership journey. “The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.”- Thich Nhat Hanh.
2024-03-1211 minEmpowerment MinutesLeading with Love: Cultivating a Culture of Compassion in Leadership with Dr. Maurine KwendeLove doesn't have to end when February does! Our latest podcast episode, "Leading with Love: Cultivating a Year-Round Culture of Compassion," explores how leaders can make love a year-long commitment and lifestyle. Discover practical strategies to infuse love into your daily leadership practices, from embracing self-love to spreading compassion across teams. “Leadership is about empathy. It is about having the ability to relate to and connect with people for the purpose of inspiring and empowering their lives.”— Oprah Winfrey
2024-02-2708 minEmpowerment MinutesLeadership Wellness: 7 Strategies for Daily Self-Care with Dr. Maurine KwendeLeaders, before leading others effectively, you must first love and care for yourself. In our latest episode, discover essential self-care strategies tailored for leaders like you. Learn how small daily practices can greatly impact your well-being and success. Leading with balance starts with prioritizing self-care. Join us as we share actionable tips and insights to help you integrate self-care into your busy schedule.
2024-02-2011 minEmpowerment MinutesLeading with Love: The Importance of Self-Love in Leadership with Dr. Maurine KwendeDive into the heart of leadership with our latest podcast episode, "Leading with Love: The Importance of Self-Love in Leadership." Discover why cultivating self-love is not only essential for leaders but also transformative for teams and organizations. Join us as we explore the impact of self-love on stress management, relationship-building, creativity, and setting a positive example for others. Tune in now to unlock the power of self-love and lead with compassion and authenticity. "The most powerful relationship you will ever have is the relationship with yourself." - Steve Maraboli
2024-02-1307 minEmpowerment MinutesAccountability Partnership: The Secret Sauce to Achieving Goals and Success with Dr Maurine KwendeUnlock the secret sauce to goal achievement and success in our latest episode, "Accountability Partnership: The Secret Sauce to Achieving Goals and Boosting Success." Delve into the transformative power of accountability partners, exploring what makes this dynamic relationship the game-changer you need for 2024. Discover the benefits, understand the process, and gain practical tips for a successful partnership. Elevate your goals and join us on this journey toward unparalleled success! "In union there is strength." - Aesop
2024-01-3007 minEmpowerment MinutesNavigating 2024 Through Purposeful Goal Setting and the 8Ps of Success with Dr. Maurine KwendeDive into the transformative world of goal setting with the latest episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast. Tune in as we share expert tips for successful goal setting and uncover the 8Ps that will guide you toward a remarkable year.
2024-01-2310 minEmpowerment MinutesDream Visualize Act: Crafting Your Vision and Goals for a Remarkable 2024 with Dr. Maurine KwendeExplore the power of casting your vision, visualizing dreams, and setting meaningful goals for 2024 in this week's episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast. Clarity is the key to effective visualization. "Visualize this thing that you want, see it, feel it, believe in it. Make your mental blue print, and begin to build."-Robert Collier
2024-01-0909 minEmpowerment MinutesReflective Leadership: A Daily Practice for Growth with Dr. Maurine KwendeDiscover the power of daily reflection for leaders and teams in this week's episode of the Empowerment Minutes Podcast. In every reflection, there is a growth opportunity. Join us as we discuss the benefits of reflective leadership and share practical tips leaders can leverage for personal and professional growth.
2023-12-1910 minEmpowerment Minutes2023 Year End Reflections and Gratitude: Lessons Learned with Dr Maurine KwendeIn every experience, there is a lesson. In every lesson, there is growth. This week's Empowerment Minutes podcast episode focuses on lessons learned in 2023. We discuss the wisdom gained from embracing change, prioritizing well-being, cultivating resilience, celebrating small wins, and nurturing relationships.
2023-12-1209 minEmpowerment MinutesFinish Strong: Unleash the Power of SMART Purpose Driven Goals with Dr. Maurine KwendeIn the latest episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we're diving deep into strategies to finish the year strong! Join us as we explore the dynamic fusion of SMART goals and purpose-driven actions. Discover the benefits and practical tips that will inspire you to make the most of the remaining weeks of the year. Ready to turn your dreams into powerful goals? Tune in on Amazon Music, iTunes, Podbean and Spotify. Links are available in the comments section. "The trouble with not having a goal is that you can spend your life running up and down the field and...2023-12-0508 minEmpowerment MinutesBalancing Act: Navigating Work-Life Balance with Gratitude with Dr. Maurine KwendeIn the spirit of Thanksgiving, the Empowerment Minutes Podcast's latest episode is all about finding harmony between work and life. In this episode, we explore the benefits of work-life balance and share practical tips to finish the year strong. Discover the keys to enhanced well-being, increased productivity, and stronger relationships. Plus, actionable tips on setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and expressing gratitude. Tune in and strike that perfect balance for a fulfilling and successful year-end!
2023-11-2209 minEmpowerment MinutesHow Leaders Can Be More Productive at Work and in Life with Dr. Maurine KwendeIn the pursuit of productivity, leaders face unique challenges. Join us on the Empowerment Minutes podcast as we explore "How Leaders Can Be More Productive at Work and in Life." Discover the essential productivity components and unlock strategies to maximize your efficiency. Ready to boost your productivity game? Tune in now! “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then is not an act, but a habit.”-Will Durant.
2023-11-1409 minEmpowerment MinutesHow Leaders Can Cultivate a Culture of Gratitude in the Workplace with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis November, we're celebrating gratitude and its powerful impact on the workplace. Join us in our latest episode as we explore '5 Ways Leaders Can Develop a Culture of Gratitude in the Workplace.' Discover the remarkable benefits of gratitude for employees, including improved well-being, increased engagement, and strengthened team dynamics. Learn from real-world examples of gratitude in action, including employee recognition programs, personalized thank-you notes, and celebrating successes together. We'll show you how fostering a culture of appreciation can transform your workplace. Tune in for practical tips and inspiration to create a more positive and productive work environment...2023-11-0715 minEmpowerment MinutesIdentifying and Avoiding Common Pitfalls for New Leaders and Managers with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you a new leader or manager looking to navigate your role successfully? In our latest podcast episode, we dive into the common pitfalls that new leaders and managers often encounter and share actionable tips to help you steer clear of these obstacles. Whether it's communication challenges, the urge to micromanage, or the importance of team building, we've got you covered. Tune in now to equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies to thrive in your leadership journey! Take advantage of these valuable insights. You're welcome to subscribe and share with your fellow leaders in the making!
2023-11-0111 minEmpowerment MinutesFast-Track Your Leadership Journey:The Emerging Leaders Cohort Program with Dr. Maurine KwendeUnleash Your Leadership Potential! In our latest episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we dive deep into the journey of leadership and the importance of learning from credible sources. We also share stories about the emerging leader's journey, obstacles, and lessons learned. Discover how you can avoid the long and winding road to leadership success and fast-track your journey. Plus, get a sneak peek at our upcoming 'Emerging Leader's Cohort Program,' where you'll gain vital insights into leadership, self-confidence, time management, decision-making, and much more. Don't miss this episode to discover how you can become the exceptional leader y...2023-10-2410 minEmpowerment MinutesLearning and Leadership- Unveiling Key Lessons to Thrive with Dr Maurine KwendeIn this week's episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we uncover the key lessons that can transform your leadership journey. From the wisdom of historical and contemporary leaders to the power of active listening and leading with a vision, there's something for every aspiring leader." The day we stop learning is the day we die."-Michael Scott
2023-10-1711 minEmpowerment MinutesLeadership Priorities: 5 Essential Must-Haves with Dr. Maurine KwendeIn this week's episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we uncover fundamental priorities that every leader, including emerging leaders, needs for personal and professional success. Listen in and discover actionable strategies to enhance your leadership journey and create a brighter future. Tune in and lead with purpose!
2023-10-1010 minEmpowerment MinutesNurturing Leadership: Checklist for Developing Future Leaders with Dr. Maurine KwendeOur latest Empowerment Minute podcast episode discusses ways organizations can know if they are raising potential leaders. We also explore the essential checklist for identifying, nurturing, and elevating emerging leaders within your organization. Want to discover strategies to empower your team, foster autonomy, and develop decision-making skills? Tune in to the Empowerment Minute Podcast and take the first step towards building a more robust and agile workforce.
2023-09-2611 minEmpowerment MinutesEmpowering Emerging Leaders: Fostering Personal and Professional Growth Within Your Organization with Dr. Maurine KwendeIn this week's episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, we delve into the essential steps organizations can take to empower emerging leaders through personal and professional growth. Are you an emerging leader, a new leader, or an organization interested in developing emerging leaders? Listen in as we explore the transformative journey of leadership development, offering valuable insights for individuals and organizations alike. Listen now and ignite your leadership potential!
2023-09-1911 minEmpowerment MinutesMastering Overwhelm: 7 Tips to Thrive as Leaders with Dr. Maurine KwendeDo you sometimes feel like a whirlwind of tasks and responsibilities as a leader? It's okay to feel overwhelmed occasionally, especially when juggling multiple projects and striving for excellence in your leadership journey. The key is not to let the overwhelm overwhelm you. In this episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast, I share some valuable tips that can help you navigate these moments of overwhelm and emerge a more robust and resilient leader.
2023-09-1209 minEmpowerment MinutesUnveiling the Path: The Emerging Leader’s Journey to Success with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis month, the Empowerment Minutes podcast focuses on emerging leaders. In this week’s insightful episode, I discuss the emerging leader's journey, the path to success for emerging leaders, valuable insights, lessons learned, and tips emerging leaders can apply to chart their course toward success.
2023-09-0509 minEmpowerment MinutesWhy AI Alone is Not Enough with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis week’s episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast is the final episode in the AI series. While we agree that AI is here to stay and has so many benefits, we can't totally rely on AI. This week's episode is about ethical considerations of AI, some disadvantages, and why combining AI with critical thinking skills is important. “Technology alone is not enough” – Steve Jobs
2023-08-2910 minEmpowerment Minutes4 Ways to Leverage for Personal Development with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis week’s episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast AI series is focused on ways ANYONE can leverage AI for personal growth. In this week’s episode, I also discuss specific AI tools for personal development. “You cannot change your destination overnight, but you can change your direction overnight. To reach your goals and fulfill your potential, become intentional about your personal growth. It will change your life.” – Jim Rohn.
2023-08-2209 minEmpowerment Minutes7 AI Tools that Can Help Leaders Become More Effective at Work with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis week’s episode of the Empowerment Minutes podcast is the second episode of the AI series. This week's focus is specific AI tools that can help leaders become more effective at work and in life. This week’s episode also focuses on how the tools can be used depending on leaders' and managers' specific needs and challenges.
2023-08-1508 minEmpowerment MinutesHow Leaders and Managers Can Be More Effective in the Workplace Using AI with Dr. Maurine KwendeIs there any leader or manager who is still cautious about using AI? You are not alone and may have valid reasons, but the good news is that AI is not going away. It's here to stay. What if there is evidence that using AI can help you be more effective at life and work? Would you reconsider and explore AI? In this week's episode, I share how, as a leader or manager, you can leverage AI to be more effective at Home and at work. “The real problem is not whether machines think but whether men do.”-B.F Sk...2023-08-0906 minEmpowerment MinutesHow to Transition from Accidental to Intentional Leadership with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you an accidental leader or manager? Are you facing challenges due to a lack of leadership experience or preparation? Do not fret. Accidental leadership is more common than you may think. In this week's episode, I discuss what accidental leadership looks like, the common challenges accidental leaders experience, and how to overcome them and transition from accidental to intentional leadership.
2023-08-0109 minEmpowerment MinutesSet Yourself Up for Success with these Invaluable Laws of Leadership with Dr. Maurine KwendeWhat do you do as a leader to ensure you and your team are set up for success? In this week's episode of the Empowerment Minute podcast, I share four laws of leadership that will set you and your team up for success. “The growth and development of people is the highest calling of leadership.” — Harvey S. Firestone.
2023-07-1810 minEmpowerment MinutesLessons Learned From Hosting 100 Podcast Episodes with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you thinking of starting a podcast? Do you have a podcast and thinking of giving up? This week on the empowerment minutes podcast, I share lessons learned and the benefits of hosting a hundred podcast episodes in 2 years. Hopefully, these inspire you in some way to keep up your podcast or get started on your podcasting journey. Big shout out to all those who have been guest hosts on the show and all the listeners and fans. We did it. Congrats to us for the first 100 episodes.
2023-07-1108 minEmpowerment MinutesCommon Mistakes New Leaders and Managers Make and How to Fix Them with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you a new leader or a first-time manager? Are you striving for perfection and afraid of making mistakes? It's okay to make mistakes. Perfection really doesn’t exist. We all make mistakes, including leaders and managers with many years of experience. In this week's episode of the empowerment minutes podcast, I share common mistakes new leaders and managers make and how to fix them.I hope this episode inspires you to recognize and learn from them. “All leaders make mistakes. They are a part of life. Leaders recognize their errors, learn from them, and work to correct their faul...2023-07-0408 minEmpowerment MinutesHow to Position Yourself for a Successful Second Half of the Year with Dr. Maurine KwendeThe end of the year's first half is upon us, and as we step into the second half of the year, it’s a great idea to take a moment to reflect and celebrate the wins and be intentional about the second half of this year. In this week's podcast, I share seven tips on setting yourself up for success and finishing the year strong, even if things didn’t go as planned or you had some setbacks in the first quarter. You can still do it if you take action. Success is also “how high you bounce when you hi...2023-06-2707 minEmpowerment MinutesHow to Effectively Receive Feedback in the Workplace with Dr. Maurine KwendeFeedback is a critical aspect of leadership. Feedback is essential to everyone in the workplace, leaders, and employees. Research tells us that employees who get feedback at least once a month are likelier to improve than those who do not. In this week's episode, I discuss the benefits of delivering and receiving feedback and ways to receive feedback effectively in the workplace.
2023-06-0607 minEmpowerment MinutesLeadership Styles: How to Be a Coaching Leader with Dr. Maurine KwendeWe wrap up the coaching series on the empowerment minutes podcast this week. As a leader, what is your leadership style? Is there a preferred style? I discuss the most common leadership styles, situational leadership, and how to be a coaching leader. I also discuss the benefits of using the coaching style and when to use the coaching style. “Coaching is unlocking a person’s potential to maximize their performance. It’s helping them to learn rather than teaching them.”-Tim Gallwey
2023-05-3006 minEmpowerment MinutesLeveraging Coaching Models for Performance Improvement in the Workplace with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you familiar with coaching models as a leader and or an aspiring coach? Do you know the benefits of coaching models in the workplace? In this week’s episode, I discuss what coaching models are and how you can benefit from coaching models. I also discuss a coaching model that most are familiar with and how it can be leveraged for performance improvement and motivation.
2023-05-2312 minEmpowerment MinutesDo I Need a Coach? 6 Signs You May Need One with Dr. Maurine KwendeStill celebrating international coaching week, this week's empowerment minutes podcast episode focuses on coaching. Many have asked me, “How do I know if I need a coach?” Well, listen to this episode and find out. I share six signs that let you know you may need a coach and what a great coach can do about it.
2023-05-1609 minEmpowerment MinutesCoaching Versus Consulting: Is There a Difference? with Dr. Maurine KwendeAs a leader, are you wondering if workplace coaching or consulting is needed? Could knowing the difference help you decide on how to proceed? In this week's episode of the empowerment minutes podcast, I discuss the key similarities and differences. "Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other."-John F. Kennedy
2023-05-0907 minEmpowerment MinutesHow First-Time Managers Can Become Great Leaders with Dr. Maurine KwendeAre you a first-time manager or supervisor wondering if you can grow your leadership skills? Did you know that even though management and leadership differ, a manager can become a great leader? This episode will tell you how. In this week's episode of the empowerment minutes podcast, I discuss some ways a manager can develop their leadership skills and become great leaders. "Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing yourself and others."-Jack Welch
2023-05-0208 minEmpowerment MinutesHow Leaders Can Leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Workplace with Dr. Maurine KwendeThis week's empowerment minutes podcast episode focuses on AI and Leadership. As a leader, what are some of your daily responsibilities? How can AI help you accomplish these to be more effective, efficient, and productive in the workplace? In this week's episode, I discuss how AI can benefit leaders in the workplace. “The advance of technology is based on making it fit in so that you don't really even notice it, so it's part of everyday life.”- Bill Gates
2023-04-2506 minEmpowerment MinutesHow to Identify and Develop Emerging Leaders in Your Organization with Dr. Maurine KwendeDo your peers look up to you and value your problem-solving abilities, are you described as having a high potential at work? Do you like to be a leader? Do you consider yourself an emerging leader? This week's episode of the empowerment minutes podcast will help you identify what an emerging leader is, what its core characteristics are, what is not an emerging leader, common misconceptions about emerging leaders, and tips to develop yourself as an emerging leader in your organization.
2023-04-1912 minEmpowerment MinutesHow to Build Resilience in the Face of Change, Challenges and Crisis with Detola AmureThis week on the empowerment minutes podcast, we wrap up the women’s history month special series with a bang. In this week’s episode, the focus is on resilience. Have you heard of the expression “what you resist persists?” Are you going through some things in life, and you are resisting and its persisting? You’re not alone. Life has many challenges and challenging experiences, and building resilience is one of the great skills to help you take charge of your life and bounce back from the difficult experiences of life. Our special guest Detola Amure shares a lot on thi...2023-03-2818 minEmpowerment MinutesLeveraging Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace with Monica HernandezEpisode 87 of the empowerment minutes podcast is focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). To mark women's history month, our special guest Monica Hernandez shares her journey as a woman leader in stem and some challenges women leaders from minority populations face from stem backgrounds even though they have a seat at the table. Monica shares strategies leaders can use to be more intentional about DEI in the workplace. She also shares proven strategies leaders can use to ‘extend the ladder’ and be more inclusive in the workplace.
2023-03-2131 minEmpowerment MinutesHow to Create Sustainable Success as a Leader with Amy LeongOne thing that most leaders want is to be successful. Success means so many things to different people. As a leader, what does success mean to you? To be successful is one thing, is it sustainable? In this episode of the empowerment minutes podcast, our special guest Amy Leong shares some strategies to help leaders get unstuck and experience sustainable leadership. She shares a unique framework, the six dimensions of wellness, that leaders can leverage to succeed and thrive in the workplace.
2023-03-2130 minEmpowerment MinutesSuccess Strategies for Emerging Leaders in the Workplace with Tavara JohnsonEpisode 85 of the empowerment minutes podcast is focused on self-awareness and self-leadership. Our special guest, Tavara Johnson, leads this episode and shares some golden nuggets on leadership and emerging leaders. As an author on emerging leadership and the founder of an emerging leader’s magazine and radio show, Tavara shares many strategies that emerging leaders can use to succeed in the workplace. It all starts from within. She shares personal growth tips that emerging leaders can use to grow themselves in order to grow others.
2023-03-1432 minEmpowerment MinutesFree to Lead: Strategies to Empower You Lead Yourself and Your Team with Natalie PicketThis episode of the empowerment minutes podcast is focused on leadership. Still celebrating women’s history month, this episode is the fourth episode of the series. Our incredible guest Natalie Pickett shares strategies for women to own it and lead freely. She shares more tips to empower women to give themselves the freedom to lead and lead by example. “True leadership has people follow when they have the freedom not to.”- James Collins.
2023-03-1425 minEmpowerment MinutesCultivating JOY: A Pathway to Everyday Happiness with Joy FreemanHappy women’s history month once again. We have a women empowerment series this month on the empowerment minutes podcast. This is the third episode of the series, and this episode is focused on cultivating joy. Our special guest Joy Freeman, CEO and founder of Just Own Yours, distinguishes between Joy and happiness and shares the benefits and ways to cultivate joy at home and in the workplace. Joy also shares awareness and tips for any woman struggling with cultivating joy. She challenges women to accept and embrace joy and be intentional about joyful living at home and in th...2023-03-1426 min
Faith & Purpose PodcastTop 10 Leadership Traits: Interview with Maurine KwendeAn interview with a Leadership Coach, John Maxwell Certified Speaker and Researcher, Maurine Kwende (@kwendemaurine). To listen for more inspiring content, visit the "Empowerment Minutes" Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast.
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The L&D Career Club PodcastIs Pursuing an Advanced Degree in L&D Worth It with Maurine KwendeShould you pursue an advanced degree in L&D? If you have ever wondered that, today's The Overnight Trainer Podcast episode is for you!
I am joined by Maurine Kwende, instructional designer, researcher, consultant, coach and soon to be podcast host, who is currently completing her PhD in Learning Technologies Design Research from George Mason University. Join us as we discuss:
🔺 Maurine's decision to go "all in" with her education
🔺 The benefits and drawbacks of pursuing an advanced degree in L&D
🔺 What Maurine has learned from her education that she wouldn't have otherwise
🔺 Mau...2021-03-0943 min