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Power of Why with Naomi HaileFounding a Tech Media Company Covering the Black Innovation Economy with Sherrell DorseySherrell Dorsey is the founder and CEO of The Plug—a digital news and insights platform covering the Black innovation economy. Her work has been featured in VICE, The Washington Post, Seattle Times, The Information, and more. Sherrell has been a contributing writer for notable publications like Columbia Journalism Review, Fast Company, Black Enterprise, and others. In 2018, she was named an inspiring woman in tech by CNet, and most creative people in business by AdWeek in 2021.
Prior to launching The Plug, Dorsey served as a marketing manager for companies like Uber and Google Fiber. She holds a Ma...2022-05-0546 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileWhy Taking Risks Are the Best Thing You Can Do for Your Career With Dimple ThomasDimple Thomas wants you to embrace the opportunity in uncertainty.
As an Engineering Manager in Ericsson’s Cloud RAN Systems-DevOps, she does just that—with an eye to creating a high-speed, -bandwidth and low latency future where Zoom calls might be replaced by life-sized holograms of your loved ones.
Committed to building systems that truly serve everyone, Dimple has also dedicated herself to empowering diverse leaders to succeed in tech as Theme Driver of Diversity and Inclusion at Ericsson.
Dimple shared why she’s never charted her career path, why you should take risks...2022-03-2427 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileThe Power of Data, Women in Stem, and Sponsors With Solmaz ShahalizadehData, machine learning and AI augments impact across sectors, creating life changing technologies that transform how we live, work and play.
But to drive meaningful change, we need equitable representation among the leaders driving its evolution.
That's why Solmaz Shahalizadeh, Shopify's former Head of Data Science and Engineering, became a Founding Partner of Backbone Angels: investing in women and non-binary founders with a focus on investments in Black, Indigenous, and Women of Colour-led companies.
She joins us to share why great career paths aren't linear, what you need to know to impress investors...2022-03-1733 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileNo, Anti-Colonial Ideas Aren’t "Radical" with Sabre Pictou LeeRepeat after me: Anti-colonial models are not radical.
With her diverse team of experts, Co-founder and CEO of Archipel Research and Consulting Inc. Sabre Pictou Lee is harnessing them to help organizations change for the better.
A highly acclaimed Indigenous speaker, trainer, liaison and researcher, Sabre’s company has supported the Canada Council for the Arts, Assembly of First Nations and Global Centre for Pluralism (to name a few).
Today, Sabre shares why anti-colonial ways and concepts aren’t radical, how she built her business from the ground up, and the frameworks you can...2022-03-1043 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileThe Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and Healthcare With Dr. Ashleigh KennedyTouching the most complex organ in the human body, concussion treatment continues to evolve as experts learn more about the workings of our brain—to mitigate the debilitating, long-term consequences of mistreatment.
That’s why Dr. Ashleigh Kennedy co-founded health-tech startup Neurovine AI: combining deep tech, machine learning and the art of neuroscience to empower concussion patients and optimize their recovery process.
Ashleigh joined us to share how she co-founded Neurovine from personal experience and professional need, why a values-based business is key to securing top talent, what it’ll take the health sector to adopt...2022-03-0342 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHere’s How to Create the Business You’ve Always Wanted With Stacey MartinShe started her career on Broadway before founding fashion startup Kania Couture Inc., whose designs were showcased at New York Fashion Week, World Mastercard fashion week, and project Las Vegas. Today, Stacey Martin is the founder of Canadian luxe loungewear company Stacey Martin Lifestyle, at the intersection of sustainability, comfort and style.
Stacey joined us to share the greatest lessons she’s learned as a serial entrepreneur: from overcoming failure and channeling your purpose, to finding the right people for guidance, and raising money during a pandemic (with the power of crowdfunding).
This episode is fo...2022-02-2445 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileNetflix’s CHRO Talks Operating Within a Culture of Trust & Accountability With Sergio EzamaSergio Ezama is Netflix’s Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). He recently joined the team in September 2021. Previously, Sergio served in several HR leadership roles at PepsiCo, and spent 20 years exploring many learning opportunities.
In this episode, Sergio delves into some of his HR, life, and work. He also speaks to the culture of freedom and accountability at Netflix. And one of my favourite pieces was Sergio’s musings about keeping your values at the forefront of your decisions. And if you are curious about the Netflix aspect of his story, he also speaks about what it has...2022-02-1742 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileSeeing Opportunities Early and Being an Entrepreneur Before a Creative with Anthony FrasierAfrican American buying power in the United States well exceeds $1.2 trillion annually, as reported by Nielson in 2018. A demographic often overlooked by businesses and brands, Anthony’s company, ABF Creative is storytelling for this audience and has seen incredible growth doing so. Not only that, Anthony expresses that the gap his company fills in the marketplace, creating multicultural content, is what fuels him. He also believes there remains an immense opportunity in this space to create meaningful content.
Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfraiser) is the CEO and founder of ABF Creative (www.abfc.co) – a data-driven podcasting production company that...2022-02-1046 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileGetting to Your First Property with a Plan with Mutiat BelloMutiat Bello is a real estate wealth strategist and soon-to-be private lender, and developer. Mutiat is doing this work with the purpose of understanding what longevity in the real estate space looks like, having choice and ownership over your time, passing down wealth to your children, and her family members.
Mutiat is a mother, she loves to travel and is on a mission to helping you understand and take advantage of different pathways to real estate wealth.
Mutiat’s goal is to close the real estate equity gap by helping people make strategic decisions that su...2022-02-0349 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBehind the Scenes of Moving to the United States for Graduate School with Trishala PillaiTrishala Pillai is an Indian-Canadian, born & raised in the Middle East, and she currently lives in the US. Over the past 5+ years, she has contributed to building some of North America's avant-garde, leading social technology start-ups/scale-ups with her skills in new product development, research, business strategy & development.
Currently, she is a graduate student at Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering. She explores how to tackle society's most significant challenges through integrated product development at the Integrated Innovation Institute.
In her spare time, Trishala advises Greenhouse (University of Waterloo’s social innovation discovery lab) and pa...2022-01-2059 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Own and Communicate Your Story with Anthony Murdock IIMurdock (@amurdock_ii) is a purpose-driven, action-oriented, servant-leader and proud product of Indianapolis, Indiana. He graduated from Butler University in 2017 and is currently a Juris-Doctorate candidate at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. He’s passionate about leveraging the power in his story and other Black stories to create opportunities for economic & community development. Ultimately, he's in the business of becoming the greatest "powerpreneur" Indianapolis has ever seen. Murdock is the founder of City Circle Storytellers, the Side Hustle Economy, the Make it Make Sense center in Indianapolis, and Power Moves Only.
This episode is...2022-01-061h 02
Power of Why with Naomi HaileFrom Fashion to Founding a World-Changing Climate StartupShe’s the President & Co-founder of Hyperion Global Energy — the world’s first industrial carbon recycling system. But this impact-focused entrepreneur wasn’t always a carbontech leader.
From marketing, to advertising, and even hospitality, Heather Ward’s knack for identifying emerging trends and connecting the right people to address them has helped this impact-focused entrepreneur and creative strategist bring mission-driven visions to life.
Today, that vision is helping make the planet cleaner and safer for all, where Heather leverages next-generation technology to help companies ‘Clear the Air’ and propel innovation in the circular economy.
We caught up with Heather to learn how we c...2021-11-1137 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBobbie Racette’s inclusivity-first platform is revolutionizing the $455 trillion gig economyI had $300 in my pocket after I got laid off, and now my business is valued at $22 million.
In the midst of losing her job, Bobbie Racette set out to build a platform that would economically empower others. As the Founder and CEO of Virtual Gurus, this Cree-Metis champion for Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities is doing just that through her inclusivity-first talent and services solution.
Today, Bobbie, recently named Canada’s Indigenous Entrepreneur of the Year, works with a 150-person-strong team to champion marginalized groups, setting a new business standard rooted in community impact.
...2021-10-2843 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileShe’s ushering a new generation of financially empowered youth. Introducing Tecla KalindaTecla Kalinda is on a mission to solve Canada’s trillion-dollar problem – starting with our kids.
I’m not materialistic. But when you don’t have anything, you see what money can do for you in your life.
With an eye to ushering a new generation of financially empowered youth, Tecla Kalinda, a Senior Analyst at the Bank of Canada, founded ZalaSmart: a financial education company geared to helping kids gain the skills to manage their money and grow generational wealth.
Since launching in 2018, Tecla has established strategic partnerships with youth-centered organizations like the Otta...2021-10-2138 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHere’s how Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson got out of her own way to raise $1.4 million and co-found Black Women Talk Tech“Everyone thinks you're competing with them, but you're really in competition with yourself.”
She raised $1.4 million and co-founded Black Women Talk Tech along the way. Today, Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson wants to help you get out of your own way.
From banking executive to tech founder, Esosa has learned the power of community. With Black Women Talk Tech and Roadmap to Billions, she unites Black women tech and scalable business founders across the United States to bridge critical knowledge gaps — helping them grow their business and build independent wealth, establishing legacies that can change the world.
We c...2021-10-1455 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBuilding Your Resilience with Makini SmithMakini Smith is an award-winning entrepreneur and the founder of A Walk in my Stilettos. As a mindset coach and Proctor Gallagher certified consultant, Makini helps you turn your goals into accomplishments. Not only does she share her message through her coaching practice, she also speaks at events, conferences and live functions where she deeply connects with people + their stories. Makini has shared your expertise on global media platforms, including Chatelaine, xoNecole, iHeart Radio, CBC, Vice News, a Times Square billboard, to name a few.
This episode is for you if:
You want to define success...2021-10-0753 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBuilding an Intentional Brand in the Music & Entertainment Industry with Lola PlakuLola Plaku is the founder and CEO of Lola Media Group – a firm focused on artist management and brand development. And she is also the founder of Girl Connected - a mentorship program for women looking to build in the music and entertainment industry.
You’ll learn:
How Lola put on her first show in the music industry
How to build rapport, relationships, and creative brands
Knowing your shit and commanding a room – why is this important?
What work in the music industry is really like when you are managing talent
Why Lola worked for free when s...2021-08-191h 00
Power of Why with Naomi HaileAre You Living Your Definition of a Good Life? With Stephanie HarrisonStephanie Harrison is the Founder and CEO of The New Happy – a platform that is focused on lasting happiness and how we can actually focus on changing the world for the better.
Stephanie is focused on delivering the best content and does so every week, on Sundays. You can check out her newsletter here. You can expect writings and research where she will help you to redefine happiness (for yourself) so that you can flourish.
You’ll learn:
How to not get caught up in society’s definition of happiness
A new definition of happin...2021-08-0550 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileA Lively Career in the Sports Industry & Creating Intentional Fan Experiences in Sports with Mark GoudieMark Goudie is the President and CEO of the Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group (OSEG). He’s had quite the corporate career, formally educated as an accountant. Mark has advised clients on value creation strategies with PwC Canada. And with time, he moved into the sports and entertainment industry as CFO and Vice-president of Finance & Administration with the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club and the Canadian Tire Centre.
Today, Mark oversees all facets of OSEG’s business operations including Ottawa REDBLACKS Football Club (CFL) and the Ottawa 67’s Hockey Club (OHL), concerts, major events, TD Place and the Lansdo...2021-07-2244 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Build a Workplace Culture that Attracts the Best Talent with Ben Branson-GateleyBen Branson-Gateley is Founder and CEO and founder of Charlie HR. Charlie HR is a market leading Human Resources Information System (HRIS) platform for small businesses in the UK. Ben has experience building 3 companies during his working years and then started Charlie HR, alongside his 2 co-founders back in 2015.
Ben is also the host of the Culture Ops podcast where he speaks to founders, operators, heads of People and HR about their work experiences.
This episode is for you if:
You are curious about building a strong workplace culture when you don’t have the of...2021-07-1537 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileGrowing a YouTube Channel in 2021 through CONSISTENCY and Doubling Down on Content Creation with Dennis MathuBy day, Dennis Mathu is a Senior Consultant at Deloitte, where he advises clients on operations, strategy, and finance transformation. By night and on weekends, he is a content creator on YouTube with his girlfriend Steph. He is your go-to for personal finance and career-related topics.
Fun fact: Back in 2013, Dennis and I actually went to the same university for our undergraduate studies. We were friends in uni, and had a couple classes together, so it’s beyond exciting to see where he has taken his passion for film and exploring what this new age of technology ha...2021-07-0844 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Build an Intentional Personal Brand with Reagan BradleyReagan Bradley is a brand strategist who helps businesses connect with their customers through the power of thoughtful storytelling. Her brand strategies help people market authentically online, so they can do more of what they love.
Reagan has five years of agency experience. She’s also built brands and websites for clients in the cannabis, professional education, cybersecurity, and creative industries. She is passionate about community building. In the past, Reagan founded Women Who Weed — a leadership community for pro-cannabis women. And she also helped grow Local Talks to one of most sought out professional development events for...2021-06-2451 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBuilding a One-of-a-Kind Consulting Agency Focused on Equity in the Workplace with Sharon NyangwesoLet’s shake things up. In this episode, Sharon Nyangweso guides us through her journey growing up with a mother in diplomacy, immigrating to Canada, and how she went from struggling university student to building a company that reflects her values and commitment to equity and justice.
Sharon Nyangweso is the brilliant Founder and CEO of QuakeLab, a full-stack inclusion and communications agency based here in Ottawa. She specializes in a radical new approach to diversity and inclusion that is measurable, strategic, and based on a strong foundation of design thinking. With this expertise, she works with le...2021-06-171h 03
Power of Why with Naomi HaileCreative Storytelling, Internet Companies, and Not Doing What You’re “Supposed To” with Erin BlaskieErin Blaskie is a fractional CMO and marketing advisor to startups and scaleups. In 2004, Erin founded one of the first virtual assistance businesses in Canada, served over 300 business across North America and entered the technology space. As a voracious learner, Erin made a name for herself in the industry, took on many challenges and built a brand as a marketing expert.
Through Erin’s interviews, articles and content, she produces stories that resonate with those consuming it. Through this episode, I realized it's because she leads with: “how can I be helpful and share information I know the...2021-06-1045 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileSimple Ways To Improve Your Financial Well-Being with Tembeka PrattFor some folks, finances present some level of friction, sometimes even anxiety. We both believe that there is an interesting opportunity to reimagine what one’s relationship to money even looks like. In this episode, Tembeka shares how she focused on her financial goals in the face of distraction, while helping other women do the same.
Tembeka Pratt is a lifestyle finance expert who has been in the financial services industry for over 10 years. And she currently helps Black female professionals create money systems so that they can reach “rich aunty” status with ease.
She current...2021-06-0344 min
Power of Why with Naomi Haile“You Have to REALLY Want It” and Navigating the Traditional Publishing Industry With Natasha RoyNatasha Roy is a writer who is working towards becoming a published author. She is currently navigating the publishing field and writes mainly young adult fantasy. She has spent 10 years on her latest project.
On this episode, Natasha talks about her experience bringing her book to life, navigating the publishing industry, pitching her book, pitching agents. The whole gambit.
To those of you who are interested, the Publishing industry quite is massive – according to Business Wire, in the United States, there are over 2600 publishing houses generating over 25 Billion dollars in annual revenue. It’s quite comp...2021-05-2730 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBuilding Unshakable Self-Discipline & Environments Where You Can Grow with Mussie Hailu“If you do something for long enough, it sort of just becomes a part of who you are and what you do”. Mussie shared how growing up with compassionate, disciplinarian parents who demanded the best from you, translated to strong work ethics. Juggling multiple priorities, Mussie discussed his approach to building systems and structures in his work and life that take a long-term view.
Mussie Hailu is a young professional working in finance in Ottawa. He graduated with a degree in Commerce from the University of Ottawa in 2018 and presently works as a financial analyst at a fami...2021-05-2037 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Give Feedback That Is Actually Helpful With Julian CookJulian shared some of the important investments that he made into himself, which gave him the confidence to start a company and really tune into his why. Ultimately, this conversation is about how to create work environments where people can thrive.
Julian Cook is the co-founder and CEO of a London-based tech company called Howamigoing. They are on a mission to prevent 1 million people from having painful performance review processes. Julian and his team have developed an online platform that helps employees get better feedback, more often.
This episode is for you if:
You...2021-05-1340 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileTime for a Change? How to Take Your Growth Into Your Own Hands with Mari Galloway“If I wanted to be successful and grow in the industry, I had to take matters into my own hands.”
Mari Galloway is the master of her fate. As CEO and founding board member for the Women's Society of Cyberjutsu (WSC) — one of the fastest growing non-profit communities in this space — Mari is propelling the next generation of women and girls in cyber security, helping them take the small, critical steps necessary to grow and protect their wealth along the way.
With over 11 years in Information and Technology, her experience has spanned across network design, security...2021-05-0640 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileManeuvering Life Changes & Building a Business Focused on Maternal Health With Julia Slanina“Supporting mothers in supporting their child helps build strong and resilient leaders.”
Pivots are just a part of the process for Julia Slanina. A graduate of the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, she shifted careers from the foreign service to build stronger communities through connected, human-centred healthcare. As Founder and CEO of Treehouse Medical, she does just that — empowering maternal health care providers and mothers to raise the next generation of healthy, happy leaders.
Today, she shares how adaptability, a fluid mindset and clear mission can help you navigate change and overcome obstacles to lead a...2021-04-2940 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileTurn Your Values Into Action With Nita Tandon“Women tend to look at the world as one big community.”
Nita Tandon is changing the world, one household at a time. A seasoned sustainable health expert, Nita brings more than two decades of experience as a pharmaceutical and biotech professional to her work as the founder and CEO of Dalcini Stainless, an award-winning maker of safe, simple and sustainable storage containers and housewares made from recyclable, toxic-free Stainless Steel.
A values-driven trailblazer, today Nita shares how you can connect with your purpose to create meaningful change in your life, at work — and for the world...2021-04-2236 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileStress and Recovery: Why Rest Is Critical to Your Success With Joanne Bezzubetz“Where there is help, there is hope.”
Joanne Bezzubetz is on a mission to de-stigmatize mental health and substance abuse. Drawing on 20 years of leadership experience in healthcare organizations across Canada, Joanne serves as President and CEO of The Royal – among Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres. Committed to community-centred treatment, Joanne has led close collaborations with partners, clients and their loved ones, to help get more people living with mental illness into recovery, faster.
An executive, triathlete, and champion for women in leadership, Joanne shares how you can harness the powe...2021-04-1540 min
Life in Red PodcastNaomi Haile | LIR on Purpose & The Power of WhyOn this episode: Naomi Haile, Host of the Power of Why Podcast, comes on to talk about her podcast, finding purpose and creativity! We talk about how she got started in podcasting and the mission behind Power of Why, lessons she's learned from her guests, the importance & power of conversations, ways to find happiness & your purpose, achieving your goals and more!
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Instagram: @naomiahaile2021-04-1256 minLife in Red PodcastNaomi Haile | LIR on Purpose & The Power of WhyOn this episode: Naomi Haile, Host of the Power of Why Podcast, comes on to talk about her podcast, finding purpose and creativity! We talk about how she got started in podcasting and the mission behind Power of Why, lessons she's learned from her guests, the importance & power of conversations, ways to find happiness & your purpose, achieving your goals and more!
Learn more about Naomi and the Power of Why Podcast: https://www.naomihaile.com/
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Twitter: @naomiathaile
Instagram: @naomiahaile2021-04-1256 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Get Comfortable Living Outside of Your Comfort Zone with Vanessa GriffithsVanessa has created many distinct opportunities for greater learnings and growth by saying YES, and figuring out the details later.
As the co-founder of Gift Better Co., Vanessa is focused on building a corporate gifting service that empowers businesses to build & strengthen relationships while fuelling social impact.
Vanessa graduated from Carleton University’s Communications Studies program in Ottawa and soon after moved to Toronto to delve further into the marketing world. Vanessa has worked in many different industries - from tech to beauty and music, and has led digital marketing campaigns for global brands, leading ar...2021-04-0852 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileTake Action, Build Community and Drive Change With Sunshine Tenasco“Creating boundaries has been empowering, because when I show up, I do so with better, more positive energy.”
Sunshine Tenasco believes your business can positively transform your community. A First Nations mommy from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, this visionary social entrepreneur and author is committed to strengthening her community — by cultivating a culture of entrepreneurship within it, and drawing national attention to the critical issues they face.
From raising awareness for the 25-year clean water crisis with the David Suzuki Foundation through Her Braids, connecting with children on this issue through her book “Nibi’s Water Song”, to...2021-03-1141 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Embrace Change and Chase Your Dreams With Nasrin Sadeghianpour“I believe that we can hold onto what we believe in one hand, and shake with the other.”
Nasrin Sadeghianpour wants you to do the thing that scares you most. A Senior Smart Grid & AI Scientist at BluWave-ai, she has dedicated her career to overcoming climate change by leveraging artificial intelligence — predicting the patterns of renewable energies so humanity can master this earth-saving resource.
Nasrin has enriched her studies around the world: publishing her research across notable international journals and successfully applying her knowledge of AI across a series of major industry projects, as a PhD sc...2021-03-0440 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileChart a Mission-Driven Path and Grow Wealth — for Yourself, and Your Community with Sandra Ng“The connection between women and economic growth is extraordinarily powerful.”
Sandra Ng isn’t going to wait for more women to access venture capital. As a founding investor and champion of Invest Ottawa x Capital Angel Network’s SheBoot, a Startup@Berkeley Law Venture Capital University alum, and limited partner with The51 Venture Fund, she’s leading the charge to bring them in.
Over the last 25 years, Sandra has empowered women and underrepresented groups through international development projects across 18 countries and public equities in Asia and North America. In Ottawa, she champions companies with social and enviro...2021-02-2539 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Set Boundaries & Develop An Abundance Mindset With Paula WhitelockePaula Whitelocke is synonymous with curly hair care in Ottawa, as a professional hairstylist and the owner of Curly Hair Designs. A mentor, community builder, and musician, Paula recently performed at the National Arts Centre and launched her debut single, “Never Thought” in 2019.
“It's important for me to be friends with the child and be friends with the shadow, as opposed to shunning it for existing. It's gotten me to where I am now.”
Nothing can stop Paula Whitelocke. A professional hairstylist, the owner of Curly Hair Designs, and educator behind Curls Understood, The Academy, Paula is...2021-02-1153 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileCreate a Life That Feels Good on the Inside, Remove Labels and Believe in Yourself FIRST with Solange ZindziSolange Zindzi was born and raised in Amsterdam and has roots in Curaçao, which is an island in the Caribbean. Solange started dancing at the age of 4, and at the age of 10, her mother enrolled her into dance classes to learn more about dance techniques and developing more in her craft. After years of training several times a week, in 2011, Solange graduated from the Lucia Marthas Institute of Performing Arts in Amsterdam, Netherlands as a dancer and dance teacher.
This episode is for you if:
You don’t want to be defined by labels and tit...2021-01-2857 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileCreating an Intentional Wellness & Health Practice with Christie NouaChristie Noua is the Founder and CEO of In Wholeness - a holistic nutrition and wellness company and brand where she works with people clients to help them construct nutrition and fitness programs that actually becomes a part of their lifestyle.
Christie is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and personal trainer who believes that we need practical ways to nurture our lives and health. She has a BSc with a major in Biology and minors in Chemistry and psychology. And in 2019, she graduated from the Natural Nutrition program of Canadian School of Natural Nutrition.
You’ll le...2021-01-2148 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBuilding an Intentional Brand in the Music & Entertainment Industry with Lola PlakuLola Plaku is the founder and CEO of Lola Media Group – a firm focused on artist management and brand development. And she is also the founder of Girl Connected - a mentorship program for women looking to build in the music and entertainment industry.
You’ll learn:
How Lola put on her first show in the music industry
How to build rapport, relationships, and creative brands
Knowing your shit and commanding a room – why is this important?
What work in the music industry is really like when you are managing talent
Why Lola worked for free when s...2021-01-141h 02
Power of Why with Naomi HaileAre You Living Your Definition of a Good Life? with Stephanie HarrisonStephanie Harrison is the Founder and CEO of The New Happy – a platform that is focused on lasting happiness and how we can actually focus on changing the world for the better.
Stephanie is focused on delivering the best content and does so every week, on Sundays. You can check out her newsletter here. You can expect writings and research where she will help you to redefine happiness (for yourself) so that you can flourish.
You’ll learn:
How to not get caught up in society’s definition of happiness
A new definition of happin...2020-12-1750 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Decide What is Worth Your Time with Victoria KleinVictoria Klein is an Author, mindset-meets-business strategist, and systems nerd who helps 6-and-7-figure service providers become streamlined business owners with a business backend overhaul. Over the past 15 years, Victoria has exemplified what it means to “just start”. She started 5 difference business, build skills and is now focused on her zone of genius.
What I appreciate about Victoria is that she strategizes with people so that they have more time to think and live their life. Currently, Victoria is focused on her one day intensives – where she helps people complete up to 3 months of work together in 6 hours...2020-12-1053 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBuilding a Luxury African Jewelry Brand Powered by Storytelling with Seble AlemayehuSeble Alemayehu is the Co-founder of Yenaé (Ye.Nay) - a modern jewelry brand that takes you on a journey inside Africa through its exquisite jewelry designs.
Seble believes that “anyone can make jewelry and sell it. We’re telling a story. Doing our part in sharing the rich culture of African countries” and this is why you must listen to her story. She is building something bigger than just a product. She partners with historians and storytellers to offer something that is both curated and thoughtful.
You’ll learn:
How Seble started a jewelry li...2020-12-0345 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileCreating a Sustainable Intimates Business From Scratch with Rebecca MazzaraRebecca Mazzara is the Founder and CEO of Calita Intimates - a sustainable women's underwear line made in Canada.
I first heard Rebecca’s story at a live conversation at the Tease Tea HQ in Ottawa. I was inspired by her journey and the steps that she has taken to build her company from the ground up.
Rebecca spent a couple of years at Shopify (in sales) – so she was very comfortable making cold calls, getting outside of her comfort zone and finding the answers to all of her questions. This was helpful when she ulti...2020-12-0350 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileStarting Fresh & Exploring a Career in Tech | Michaella MunyuzangaboAre you a life-long learner? Much of what we are seeing, hearing and experiencing in our world today is that while things are constantly changing around us, we have the agency to navigate what’s going on inside. Specifically, how we choose to invest in ourselves as humans… to grow in life and in our careers.
Michaella’s story helps illustrate the power of charting your own path and saying yes to experiences bring you closer to the person that you want to be.
In this episode, you will learn:
How Michaella navigated living in 5+...2020-10-0148 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileThe Case for Having a Hobby | AlexHow you spend your “down-time” matters to your well-being and creativity.
Do we still partake in activities because we simply enjoy it? I have been fascinated by the growing allure of hobbies during quarantine - the “gentle pursuit of modest competence”. What happened to trying activities that are not directly related to your career? In this short episode, Alex talks about his podcast (Time for Your Hobby) and the why it’s important to have hobbies that you enjoy.
In this episode, you will learn:
The importance of picking up a hobby for your mental hea...2020-09-2232 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Bet On Yourself Fully & Bring Your Ideas Into Focus | Victory OmotayoSo much is possible when you are clear about what you are working towards.
In this episode, you will learn:
How Victory strategically created opportunities to position herself as an asset in the technology industry, without prior experience
What is possible when you work backwards from your goals
Why it is important to speak directly to your potential customers about their problem BEFORE you launch a product or service
The importance of having spaces within the corporate industry for Black professionals to connect and learn from each other
Victory Omotayo is an entrepreneur and business...2020-09-1740 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileWays to Ground Yourself in Uncertain Times | Mikayla MlynarczykIn this episode, you will learn:
How to get into your body and ground yourself (for the love of nature!)
How to work through limiting beliefs and feeling what is possible for your life when you surrender
What the potential impacts NOT being yourself can have on your health & body
The power of unlearning what no longer serves you
This week on the Power of Why I sat down with Mikayla Mlynarczyk. Mikayla recounts how things shifted for her in 2019. She felt stuck working her 9-5 job as a media strategist and the experience of feeling...2020-09-1142 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileYou Are Not Your Thoughts | Meghan WillsIn this episode, you will learn:
Why understanding who you are when you are triggered is a part of your healing [13:30]
Why self-acceptance is an important piece of authenticity [33:00]
This week on the Power of Why I sat down with Meghan Wills. Meghan has 20 years of experience in diverse professions. Her experiences include Mindfulness Coaching and she also has a background in Human Resource Management.
Through her work in the professional world and her responsibilities as a mother, Meghan emphasizes the importance of intersectional wellness & diversity. Her passion for inclusion and equity stems from her...2020-09-0340 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Confidently Pitch Your Ideas | David BeckettIn this episode, you will learn:
The importance of asking “how can I be useful” instead of “how can I be successful” to achieve your goal
How to communicate and pitch your ideas, products or services to people by outlining their pain points, instead of communicating features.
How to get clear on the problem that you solve before you even talk about the product.
Why building a solid business is not just about “out of the box thinking” but great execution.
This week, on the Power of Why, I sat down with David Beckett. David is the creator of B...2020-08-2743 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Vote With Your Dollar | Melissa AllenIn this episode, you will learn:
The types of empowered financial conversations you should be having with yourself and your peers
Potential money stories that are getting in the way of your growth and
An alternative view on retirement.
This week, on the Power of Why, I sat down with Melissa Allen. Melissa is a financial advisor and impact investor. She is passionate about sharing what she knows about personal finance, investing, building generational wealth, and creating a legacy that will positively impact our families and communities for decades to come. Melissa strongly believes that mindset followed...2020-08-2451 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBuilding a Global Plastic-Free Living Business and Community | Jay Sinha“You have to do what works for you at your own speed”. - Jay Sinha
In this episode, you will learn how Jay built a thriving community of 120, 000+ plastic-free enthusiasts and advocates, wrote a book to share an important message and the highs and lows of running a business since the early 2000s.
Jay is an accomplished entrepreneur, lawyer, scientist, researcher, writer and policy advisor – with this experience spanning the academic, governmental, and private sector. Most of Jay’s professional experience has thoughtfully been linked to the environment and sustainability in some way. He is so focus...2020-08-1339 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Protect Your Energy and Avoid Burnout | Mallory Rowan"When burnout is present, it is impossible to experience well-being". – Richard Balon.
How many times have you ignored what your body was saying to you in times of burnout or depletion? How often do you sacrifice your health or sanity for the sake of pleasing others? Whether we are aware or not, our body is constantly speaking to us. Our body is telling us what it needs to be healthy, conscious, and happy. Do we listen? Do we take these demands seriously?
In this episode, Mallory Rowan indulges us in a conversation about energy and he...2020-07-3047 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileFighting for Your Joy | Joan RupramFight. For. Your. Joy.
What does it mean to fight for your joy? What does it mean to claim who you are and your identity? And do so, unapologetically.
In a time where the media, news channels, and advertisers online are vying for your attention and moments of peace, it has become crucial to exercise your boundaries and clarify who you are. As Joan brilliantly put it: "You either become so entrenched in what is happening that you forget who you are or what is happening polarizes inside so much that you start to question...2020-07-091h 05
Unleashing the Future of Work (UTFOW)UTFOWLive B2B Jam Session_ Discussing Work-Life and Mental Health w_ Naomi HaileUTFOWLive B2B Jam Session_ Discussing Work-Life and Mental Health w_ Naomi Haile See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-06-1800 minUnleashing the Future of Work (UTFOW)UTFOWLive B2B Jam Session_ Discussing Work-Life and Mental Health w_ Naomi HaileUTFOWLive B2B Jam Session_ Discussing Work-Life and Mental Health w_ Naomi Haile See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-06-1800 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileThe Future of eLearning & Online Course Production | Gwen ElliotIn this episode, Gwen Elliot, Online Course Producer, walks us through her journey in TV production and how she creatively made her way into the eLearning space. And what an incredible space to be in. According to Forbes, it is projected that the eLearning industry will grow to $325 billion by 2025.
Today, Gwen has co-created more than 30 courses reaching over 450,000 learners. She currently works at Shopify, and runs a business helping authors and experts turn their books, workshops, and expertise into online education.
Connect with Gwen: https://www.gwenelliot.ca/
Read the show notes a...2020-06-1741 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Create an Intentional & Harmonious Life | Jesmine OnyeukwuIn this episode, Jesmine Onyeukwu, Organizing and Productivity Coach, talks about creating and intentional life through very simple principles. Jesmine believes that you CAN, in fact, "have it all" if you manage your priorities well. And that you can not afford to change the world at the expense of everything else in your life.
Read the shownotes at: https://powerofwhy.substack.com/
Check out my website: https://naomihaile.com/2020-05-271h 06
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Tap Into Your Creative Self | Fatuma KouFatuma's manifesto is that we each have a gift. That our souls are uniquely crafted to make the world a better and a more inclusive place. Her art is a way of self- expression and to call to attention the beauty in diversity.
In 2019, I first came across Fatuma's art at the Women Who Work Gala held by The Embassy of Gabon and Gwen Madiba in Ottawa. Fatuma was showcasing her art in prime space - right at the entrance for people to admire and enjoy before they Gala started. It was through her art, that I...2020-05-0743 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileConnection is Where Mentorship Begins | Sarah J. HaggardDo you feel that you truly belong at work? How about in your social circles? Sarah recounts her personal story and how this led her to building a purpose-driven company, Tribute. Sarah is on a personal mission to make the workplace more human centered, by helping individuals feel a greater sense of belonging and purpose at work.
I wanted to bring Sarah on to speak about how we can be creative and the importance of belonging in the workplace and in your social circles.
Sarah shares that her company, Tribute, is about paying tribute to...2020-04-281h 05
Power of Why with Naomi HailePrivilege, Marginality, Covid-19 & Tackling Social Inequities Through Our Workplaces | Sabrina MeherallySabrina believes that in today's social and political climate, organizations have the potential to be powerful stewards of social change. And her goal is to equip organizations with the tools, knowledge and approach to move along the diversity and inclusion continuum. All of these things combined with Sabrina’s energy make her a powerful force for positive change in the world!
You can find Sabrina's work here:
Email Sabrina here
Sabrina's website
Sabrina on Linkedin
Article by Sabrina: What the Amazon GO Store Teaches Us About Inclusion
Article by Sabrina: Do You Hire Like You Date? 5 Wa...2020-04-2348 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileEmbracing Your Insecurities and Creating a Self-Love Brand for Kids | Jennifer VasselJennifer Vassel is the author of “I Am Unique!”, a book and empowerment brand about self-love and the importance of sharing your unique gifts with the world. Her goal is to position Erin as the global face of self-love. To encourage and empower young people to own their voice, power, and unique identity.
If you are a writer and are even thinking about writing specifically for children, listen to this episode to gain some insight into the impact that you can have.
You can find Jennifer's work here:
Jennifer Vassel on Instagram
"I Am Uniq...2020-04-0939 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Reduce Stress & Create a Lifestyle That Nurtures Your Spirit | David YoungDavid Young values opportunities to help people in the realm of health and fitness. He believes that we need more holistic and encompassing approaches to our activities, goals and ambitions. Through his trainer and practice, he works with clients and has built a team to help people focus on their nutrition, sleep, stress and spirit. How can you build a lifestyle that is healthy, instead of struggling day-to-day to keep up with your habits?
You can find David Young's work here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthn.e.s.s4cnd/
David's HealthN.E.S.S po...2020-04-0235 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileWhy We Need to Hear Your Unique Message | Karina CotranKarina recounts: “From childhood to adolescence to adulthood, everyone wants to feel like they belong somewhere. But sometimes, there is that one thing that makes you feel out of place at times. For me, that was my hearing impairment”.
Find the full episode transcription here. Transcribed by Karina Cotran.
Karina has an empowering story about her personal journey of hearing loss and receiving a cochlear implant at an early age. Karina's journey is explored in her book Hearing Differently. Karina is 24 years-old, a writer, and has a BA in Professional Writing and Communications and has extens...2020-03-2642 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileOn Curiosity and the Passionate Pursuit of Life Science | Dr. Naomi I. MariaDr. Naomi I. Maria beautifully recounts her childhood experiences and how this shaped her to embrace her truth. She is a passionate and dedicated Immunologist from the small Dutch Caribbean island of Curaçao.
Dr. Naomi I. Maria’s academic training and research experience has provided her with a broad background in multiple biological disciplines including molecular biology, pharmacology, immunology and rheumatology, with specific training in clinical autoimmunity. She completed her B.Sc. and Masters of Science in the Netherlands. Currently, Naomi is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at The Feinstein Institute in New York City.
You...2020-03-2339 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileChanging the Face of the Publishing Industry | Hanieh & ShabanaHanieh and Shabana are working to change the face of publishing through their work and venture, Peacock Press. Their love for creating and uplifting the community is what keeps them going on this journey.
A lot of writers struggle to get their voices heard. When you are out there in the world trying to show people what you are working on, oftentimes, it’s women’s voices that are stifled.
Peacock Press was born because we felt we needed to give a platform to women to have their voices heard. A platform where they can talk...2020-03-1243 min
Jase Avec Moi#015 - Naomi Haile on Finding Your Why & Being of ServiceHelloooo beautiful people! This week I am speaking with Naomi Haile, the co-founder of Find Your Tribe and of the Power of Why Podcast. Naomi is a community builder in Ottawa, and she really has a gift for rallying people. She is passionate about walking into your purpose, and after speaking with her, you just feel like you can take on the world. I hope that she inspires you to keep pushing in the direction of your dreams :)
01:30 - Naomi introduces herself, and the work that she's been doing
04:45 - On how she developed such a...2020-02-191h 03Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Dream Big and Live in Alignment with Your Purpose | Anthony Murdock IIMurdock speaks truth to power: "We are constantly experiencing road closures, constantly experiencing pot holes, constantly experiencing detours – does that mean my destination has changed? No. But the way in which I get there has to change. What purpose does, is speak: “even amidst needing to change how I get there, never forget where you are going”. Think about it... no matter where you stand, a compass will always appropriate itself to always show you north. That is what purpose is. It is a constant reminder. It is an accountability tool to show you where you are going". Want to learn...2020-02-1152 min
Power of Why with Naomi HailePublic Speaking and Sharing Your Message with the World With Alex KeenanAlex Keenan loves and embraces the power of storytelling. She works with entrepreneurs and people who have causes they want to advance to help them share their purpose, their work, and their projects. Want to learn more? Listen to this week's episode...
Alex Keenan is a public speaking coach who helps people overcome fear and self-doubt so that they learn how to shine. Through her business, Stage Light Communications, she runs public speaking classes that are known for being spontaneous, transformative - and fun. She is also the founder of Spice! Leadership, an initiative for preteens that boosts confidence and...2020-02-0448 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileMoving Abroad & Betting on Yourself with Rhianna Paige HardyThis is a great episode for anyone thinking about moving to a new place and may have a little fear about it.Rhianna Paige Hardy decided to disrupt her life by moving abroad to pursue new educational challenges. She uprooted her life in Canada and moved to the U.K. to pursue her passion for advocacy and people. She is currently a student at Cardiff University.Watch this episode if you are curious about what it’s like to take a risk and move abroad for a new adventure, to start school, a new job or...2020-01-141h 02
Power of Why with Naomi HaileDaring to Be Great & Living in Alignment with Trishala PillaiTrishala Pillai is fascinated by humans, machines and the impact human-AI collaboration will have on society and work. She is fuelled by work where she can be curios, contribute to revenue and growth, while creating shared prosperity.
Trishala is the Partnerships Manager of AI + Voice Channel Partners at Myplanet, where she is working with big and emerging tech companies to help the world's most influential organizations take complex business problems and understand where AI can be useful. Her career in tech has made her realize that technology is advancing faster than human wisdom and to advance our...2019-12-171h 16
Power of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Create Meaningfully Despite the Naysayers with Kevwe MowarinKevwe Mowarin wants women to feel empowered. The whole purpose of this is empowering and uplifting other women. This is what she thinks about as her true north and it defines everything that she does on a day to day with Koviem.
Kevwe Mowarin has lived and worked in the grand city of New York City for the past 3 years. At 19 years old, Kevwe started working in the Finance industry, truly expecting to build a career in investment banking. She navigated her career as best she could, put in long hours, worked with high-profile clients and also...2019-12-1046 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileMaking a Commitment to Your Purpose with Tim SalauTim Salau is a purpose-driven community builder, entrepreneur and leader, in this episode, Tim talks about what is required when you live your life on purpose and with purpose.
Tim shares his origin story and how it led him to the path he‘s on today. Very early he learned that “adaptability is essential”, looked himself in the mirror, asked the tough questions (i.e. who is Tim?), and committed to his purpose. But it wasn’t a straight-lined path...
Tim was a young boy who came from Nigeria in 1999. Understand this. Understand people’s origin sto...2019-11-0554 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileIf You Are Trying, You Are Not Wasting Time with Lara HammoudLara talks about why she is intentional about EXPLORING. She is the definition of what it means to be diligent with your goals and business ventures. Her proudest achievements include successfully launching the first Pencils of Promise Club in Ottawa, starting an enterprise with a social purpose, Lawyerly, and moving to London, UK, to seek new challenges and opportunities.
Thank you for listening this episode with Lara Hammoud. Check out the show notes here: http://naomihaile.com/2019/10/29/lara-hammoud/2019-10-301h 02
Power of Why with Naomi HaileUncovering the Last Pillar of Health with Lindsay MustardLindsay's why is to be in service to females to show them their potential. To remind them that they are capable of anything they put their mind to. She uses nutrition, fitness, essential oils, and osteopathy to do facilitate this experience for others.
Eating disorders, lack of confidence and self-esteem brought Lindsay into the wellness industry so that others don't experience what she did as a young adult.
Lindsay started her entrepreneurial journey decorating wedding cakes when she was 14 years old. She’s had this entrepreneurial drive to create. During her time in high school, sh...2019-10-1654 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileFinding Power in Your Story with Alyestal Hamilton“Never confine yourself to the boxes of small minded people. Because it will limit you, it will clip your wings and impede you from going after what you want.” - Alyestal Hamilton.
It’s been an incredible experience for Alyestal to use art to help people find their voice, find their words, string together their story and find power in it. She’s a force of nature that is in tune with her why and mission.
From the pages of North American literary journals, to the stages of London, England, and the walls of Uganda, Alyestal...2019-10-071h 04
Power of Why with Naomi HaileUse Your Gifts & Experiences to Serve Your Community with Akissi HillAkissi believes that, “we don’t have to have all of the answers in front of us, but if you take that first step and a made up mind of saying “I don’t know what this journey will look like, but I’m not going to turn around and go back to where I just came from””.
Listen to the episode on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play
Akissi Hill is an international speaker who is passionate about growth. Akissi is the CEO of Ambitious Girls Inc. She is a leader who uses a variety of mediums to...2019-09-2444 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileBuilding Strong Relationships & Connecting as Humans with Priscilla Kosseim“If you’re at the forefront, don’t just keep going forward, always make sure to check who’s behind you and help in any way that you can”.
It was incredible to connect with Priscilla Kosseim. She is a senior consultant in the areas of risk management, IT enhancement, business process improvement, and internal audit solutions for public and private enterprises. She is driven and focused on her career, while also developing practical solutions and delivering results by having the ability to integrate an IT risk mindset and a deep technical expertise into each of her engagement...2019-09-031h 02
Power of Why with Naomi HaileFinding The “Thing” That You Will Fight For with Nina BaligaIt was incredible to connect with the CEO and Co-Founder of ersity, Nina Baliga. A female founded, woman of color startup focused on connecting a community of diverse tech talent with forward-thinking companies. Nina is building a "Glassdoor for diversity," where diverse coders, engineers, and developers can share their experiences about the diversity and inclusion practices and environment of various companies.
Watch this episode, if you want to deepen your understanding around self-awareness, identity, and being your authentic self. Nina talks about her rich experiences and why she’s focused and passionate about advocating for people who ar...2019-08-3057 min
Healthy Essentials Podcast017. Living a Life on Purpose with Naomi HaileTwo soul sisters, jamming about living a life with purpose, intention and fulfilling ambitious goals. In today’s episode, we’re interviewing Naomi Haile, one of the co-founder of Find Your Tribe, a heart centred business that supports females of colour in helping them step into the full expression of themselves.
Get ready to ride the high vibes with Lindsay and Naomi as they delve into what it means to be a female entrepreneur while maintaining healthy routines, habits and self care practices.
LINKS:
Naomi Haile - http://naomihaile.com
...2019-08-2354 min
The Impactors PodcastYou can't ignore your purpose, finding your tribe and embracing your gifts (Naomi Haile)"Our purpose is not something that you can ignore. The ideas that you have are not coincidences."
Episode #39 of Season 2 of The Social Impactors Podcast features #SocialImpactor Naomi Haile, Co-Founder of Find Your Tribe, and Podcast Host of the Power of WHY Podcast.
Naomi and I talk about the importance of honing in and embracing your gifts, why you can't ignore your purpose in life, and how she uses her skills in building community to foster movements like Find Your Tribe.
Join the Social Impactors Community:
1. Leave a #iTunes review to...2019-08-2121 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileCultivating Your Craft & Investing in Your Relationships with Courtney Connley“No matter what rooms and spaces you walk into be your authentic self.” – Courtney Connley
Courtney Connley is a well-established journalist who has produced content for both print and online platforms. After graduating from the University of Maryland, College Park with a degree in journalism, Courtney started her media career as a freelancer for Cosmopolitan magazine. From there, she went on to work for Black Enterprise magazine where she worked her way up to careers editor. At Black Enterprise, she covered daily news for the website around career trends, finance, entrepreneurship and lifestyle as it pertains to the bla...2019-07-2359 min
Power of Why with Naomi HaileSmall Steps to Build Self Awareness with Francesca Phillips“For people who may feel like they need to look here or talk to this person for the answers. We don’t realize just how much the answers to a lot of questions in life are already in us”. – Francesca Phillips
She moved cities to realize her dream. Francesca moved to Los Angeles at the age of 18 to study and get involved in the Entertainment space. She went to class during the day and at night she was attending events, meeting people industry, and getting close to the decision-makers in the industry that she was trying to break into.
Listen to this e...2019-06-271h 01
Power of Why with Naomi HaileWhat It Means to Bet on Yourself with Dhouha Haddad“I am FULLY committed to altering the DNA of the next generation”. – Dhouha Haddad.
Dhouha asks: why don’t we create some intergenerational healing? Why don’t we create some intergenerational empowerment? Why don’t we create some intergenerational confidence? Why don’t we create some intergenerational awakening? She is setting out to work with people who are purpose-driven. Especially women of colour who are underrepresented in key leadership roles around the world.
Dhouha Haddad believes that some of the key things that have led her to where she is today is being a second generation immi...2019-06-181h 07
Power of Why with Naomi HaileStarting and Growing Your Side Hustle with Mimi Boyer“I see myself speaking in front of crowds and inspiring people to pursue their own dreams. So I decided to start with one, single thing. One event. Which is essentially a mini-version of the grand vision that I have. I know that if I don’t start with this one thing, then I will never know”. – Mimi Boyer
Watch this episode if you want to deepen your understanding around finding fulfillment in your life and work towards being happy, even on Mondays.
Mimi Boyer is a side hustle coach, the founder of Happy on Mondays, a motivat...2019-05-0144 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Integrate Work, Wellness, and Impact with Komal Minhas“If I write this down, it will happen. Because I am that committed to myself and what I want to build.” – Komal Minhas
Komal Minhas is the Founder of kaur.space, which is an online news platform focused on work, wellness and impact, alongside a private, digital community on Instagram. It is a subscription-based news model that incorporates collaboration and community into journalism.
Komal also runs two of her dream companies – Komal Minhas Inc. and KoMedia. She is an international speaker, who invests in start-ups and media productions. She co-founded and premiered her feature-length documentary film, wi...2019-04-1845 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Design Your Life While You Empower Others with Xiomara Rosa-TedlaBorn and raised in Sacramento, CA, Xiomara Rosa-Tedla is one-half of the Oakland, father-daughter duo behind UnoEth. Whether it's long journeys or daily commutes, she yearned for classic and casual styles with a story. After a trip to Ethiopia, her father, Dagne Tedla, brought several leather goods home as gifts for friends and family, only to realize that he needed to go back to Addis Ababa for more! Thus, the birth of UnoEth began.
Upon embarking on this new adventure and with a background in Merchandising and Marketing, Xiomara only wanted to deliver quality and timeless pieces that could be...2019-04-0341 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Relentlessly Believe in Yourself and Your Gifts with Maddie HessionMaddie Hession (gofor_maddie) began her career at the age of 14 as a professional fashion model. Maddie has always been cognizant of "physique" and health, as a model and competitive ski racer. From early on, Maddie noticed a gap in the industry about the knowledge of health and the education of young girls on how to get to where the want to be in a sustainable way. Maddie learned the value of health and the importance of having a fitness and nutrition coach as a factor in life and in achieving success in her career and personal life.
2019-03-2041 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileYour BOLD Actions Eliminate Fear with Monique BryanMeet Monique Bryan (@MoniquebryanTO), a speaker, personal branding expert, and triple positive breast cancer survivor. Monique helps successful women entrepreneurs’ package and sell their genius and unlock the lucrative world of personal brand building.
Bringing over 15 years of top-level industry experience and featured in Entrepreneur magazine, Monique is a highly-requested speaker and panelist. Monique draws widespread admiration for her passion, hustle, and unshakeable commitment to helping women showcase their expertise, and pitch with confidence.
Monique’s WHY is to inspire others to do go after what they want. Monique is the one to put the fire...2019-03-1340 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileCultivating Fruitful Relationships and Building Your Network with Caroline HannahMentorship and how you can take note of these very important relationships (that are most likely already present in your life). I loved talking to Caroline about how relationship building has magnified her mission. Caroline provides insight to those who struggle or want to simply improve their methods for developing professional relationships, AKA networking. Which lead us into discussing the hidden job market. Specifically, how building relationships can lead to opportunities where you can flourish doing the work that you love.2019-01-2518 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileHow to Push Through Your Fears with Caroline HannahCaroline encourages us all to “push through the fear if it’s aligned with your goals”
I was ecstatic when Caroline Hannah agreed to join me on the Power of WHY Podcast. Caroline is someone who has had an incredible impact on my life during my time at the Telfer School of Management. Through her coaching, love of relationship building, and her undeniable desire to connect with the people she meets. Caroline continues to shed led on the importance of community and pushing through the fears that are aligned with your goals… she recommends that we...2019-01-2520 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileManifest Your Greatest Goals and Ultimate Vision with Lizl Fleury (Founder, Elevate Yoga)Lizl’s entrepreneurial journey is remarkable and inspiring. She started her career as a web developer and gracefully transitioned into becoming a yoga instructor (without the initial intention to teach), and a short time after, became the owner of Elevate Yoga.
Lizl’s goal is to “share the connection to mind, body, and being that [she] found in yoga with anyone and everyone who seeks it. No matter where you are in your practice, [she] welcomes you with open arms and an open heart” (Elevate Yoga).
There’s a new wave of more and more people being...2019-01-2518 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileDiving Into Personal Development with Victoria SimbaGrowth mindset. Victoria went from feeling stuck and de-motivated to work on her business Victorious Caps, to simply starting her venture after she realized the power her brand had on her own life.
Victoria believes in conquering your fears, taking care of yourself, and doing work that you love. For those of you who hold your faith close, I believe you will enjoy this short episode.2019-01-2513 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileTransform Your Vision into Your Reality with Victoria SimbaIt all started with self-encouragement.
I had the pleasure of speaking with Victoria Simba, the founder of Victorious Caps! She is an inspiration to those who are interested in starting their own brand and/or company. She leads her life very adamant that people should embrace who they are and what they believe. She is a student of life and a lover of God. And her life changed forever when she traveled to Geneva, Switzerland on International Exchange.2019-01-2522 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileOwn Your Personal Brand with Lauren BrownLauren's advice for those who are looking to make a career change: “Be open to the idea that your brand is going to be forever evolving and changing, just like you are”. She shares her experience when it comes to personal branding both online and offline.
I also asked her to share 3 questions that people can ask themselves if they are looking to develop their personal brand and be more consistent across their online platforms.2019-01-2518 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileCreate Your Dream Career with Lauren BrownLauren's advice for those who are looking to make a career change: “Be open to the idea that your brand is going to be forever evolving and changing, just like you are”. She shares her experience when it comes to personal branding both online and offline.
I also asked her to share 3 questions that people can ask themselves if they are looking to develop their personal brand and be more consistent across their online platforms.2019-01-2521 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileBuild Your Network as a Millennial with Rebecca McCormickWhen it comes to reaching out to mentors, young people may feel intimated to approach experienced professionals who are in industries they want to learn more about. Rebecca and I discuss a few techniques that could be used to bridge this gap.
You can bring a lot to the table as a young professional. Understand what skills you have, how you can provide value, and always lead with: “how can I help you”, instead of: “what can you do for me”.2019-01-2523 minPower of Why with Naomi HaileLeverage University to Launch Your Career with Rebecca McCormickNot only did we discuss how important it is to develop strong relationships with your peers in university, at work, or through volunteer opportunities, we also discussed the importance of specializing and developing your area of expertise once you enter the workforce. 2019-01-2522 min