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ABOUT The Leader Within podcast

Drawing from my entrepreneurial, human resources, and martial arts experience, I've learned that there’s no playbook for navigating the gray areas of life & leadership. If anything, it starts with 'The Leader Within.'

That’s why I launched "The Leader Within Podcast," where I explore real stories and share practical strategies to empower forward-thinking leaders with the tools they need to enhance leadership effectiveness while balancing high performance with well-being.

You'll gain practical advice on topics like:

✅ Leadership Development

✅ Career Growth and Success

✅ Self-Leadership

✅ Future of Work Insights

✅ Personal Branding & Influencing

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Authentic leadership Insights from a Soft-Spoken leader, Riya Ganguly

Can soft-spoken leaders be powerful and effective? Absolutely! Authentic leadership comes in many forms, and in this episode of The Leader Within, Angela interviews Riya Ganguly, an Academic-Industry Partnership Expert andExecutive, who has built a successful career by embracing her soft-spoken leadership style instead of forcing herself to fit into a leadership mold that wasn’t meant for her.With over a decade of experience in technology transfer, business development, and research facilitation, Riya has coached and mentored entrepreneurs while successfully negotiating contracts and licenses. She shares how listening to your inner voice, embracing diverse leadership styles, and fostering authenticity can help leaders thrive—no matter their personalitytype. Takeaways Listening to your inner voice is crucial for career satisfaction. Success is subjective and varies for everyone. Being a soft-spoken leader can create space for other voices to be heard Diverse leadersh

3 Tips for Navigating Co-Founder Partnerships with Tim He

How can co-founders build a strong partnership while handling tough conversations? In this episode of The Leader Within, Tim He, CEO and founder of Cherry Tree, shares his insights on navigating co-founder relationships, including having difficult but necessary conversations.Learn about the importance of humour, how to handle difficult conversations proactively and productively. Whether you're launching a startup or scaling your business,these insights will help you create a stronger, more resilient co-founder dynamic.Takeaways Firing a co-founder can have lasting repercussions. A shared sense of humor is crucial for co-founders. Having the wrong co-founder is worse than having no co-founder. Legal agreements like a founders agreement areessential even among friends. Proactive conversations can prevent future conflicts. Understanding the direction is as important as the distance. Unlocking potential requires knowing which way is up. Want to stay connected to our guest a

Navigating Leadership Changes: Boost Capacity & Effectiveness with Wilma Li

Leadership transitions can be challenging—but adaptability is the key to thriving! In this episode of The Leader Within,Wilma Li, CEO of Business Knowledge Integration Inc. and executive leadership coach, shares expert strategies to navigate leadership changes, boost leadership capacity and effectiveness.Discover how cultural intelligence, adaptability, and setting clear boundaries can help leaders build resilience, influence teams, and drive success during organizational shifts. Takeaways Being adaptable is key to building rapport with new leaders is essential for team success.Setting boundaries helps manage expectations and workload.Prioritization is key to effective leadership.Inner critics often stem from experiences.Imposter syndrome can lead to overworking and burnout.Tailored support enhances employee potential.Want to stay connected to our guest and the great work that they are doing? Check out the links below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilmalihttps://www.link

How to Lead Through Conflict & Inspire Innovation with Dennis Agbegha

In this episode of The Leader Within podcast, DennisAgbegha, a Regional Partnership Manager, who shares his journey—from navigating career transitions to becoming a leader known for empathy, connection, and innovation.He reveals how embracing a "say-yes" mindset has helpedaccelerate his growth, enhance problem-solving skills, and create meaningful partnerships.Join us as we explore how balancing kindness with accountability, overcoming conflicts, and fostering authentic relationships can accelerate your personal and professional growth.Want to stay connected to our guest and the great work that they are doing? Check out the links below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisagbegha?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appMusic intro credit: ⁠https://pixabay.com/music/upbeat-uplifting-2463/⁠ #TheLeaderWithin #LeadershipGrowth #SayYesMindset #CareerSuccess #InnovationLeadership #AuthenticLeadership

Cultural Intelligence: A Key for Effective Leadership in 2025 with Carlos Cadogan

In this episode of ‘The Leader Within,’ join Angela and her guest, Carlos Cadogan, as they uncover key strategies for leading diverse teams in 2025. Carlos is a cultural intelligence consultant and founder of CQ Mindset who introduces the CQ Mindset (CQ is Cultural Intelligence), which goes beyond superficial DEI efforts and provides foundational skills for leaders who want to lead diverse teams effectively. Want to stay connected to our guest and the great work that they are doing? Check out the links below: Website: https://www.thecqmindset.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-cadogan-67b8b232/ Music intro credit: ⁠https://pixabay.com/music/upbeat-uplifting-2463/⁠ #TheLeaderWithinPodcast #TheLeaderWithin #Leadership

Scaling Your Business: Common Leadership Challenges with Stan Peake

In this episode of The Leader Within, Angela interviews, Stan Peake, Director of Leadership Development at FSQ Consulting. With 25 years of both leadership and entrepreneurship experience, Stan helps his clients become better leaders through lived experience and leveraging his multiple certifications as a coach and corporate facilitator. Stan is on a mission to lift more than one million leaders to their potential and in this episode, he dives into the challenges of scaling a business sustainably and the common pitfalls founders face like: Navigating the feast and famine cycles of business Analyzing your thoughts instead of letting them control you Building an effective team around founders Transitioning from founder to CEO If you are an entrepreneur, leader or an individual who is interested in the intricacies of scaling a company, you’ll want to tune into this episode. Want to stay connected to our guest and the great work that they are doing? Ch

Building Trust Through Give a Shit Leadership with Lotus Buckner

In this episode of The Leader Within, Angela interviews Lotus Buckner, Author, Chief People Officer and founder of LB Talent Solutions, to explore the concept of "give a shit" leadership and its role in building trust and unleashing potential in individuals and teams. Lotus shares her personal journey, from making bold career decisions to overcoming ethical challenges, and offers practical advice on fostering trust, resilience, and intentionality. Learn how personalized leadership and creating a culture of feedback can elevate team performance and build stronger connections.Lotus also introduces key concepts from her book, The Joy of HR, including how pausing and reflection can transform leadership styles. Whether you're an experienced leader or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you lead with intention and authenticity. Want to stay connected to our guest and the great work that they are doing? Check out the links below: LinkedIn: h

2024 Year in Review: Lessons learnt & Insights with Andrea Adams

Discover the lessons we learned and the key insights we gained in 2024 as podcast hosts! In this year-in-review collaboration with Andrea Adams, host of @hrhubtalk and I collaborated on an episode to reflect on our journey as content creator’s in 2024. Join us as we share our experiences, insights, and hopes for the year ahead. If you are an Human Resources (HR) professional, you’ll want to subscribe to Andrea’s Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@hrhubtalk Or, if you are looking for an HR consultant, get in touch with her, here: https://thehrhub.ca #TheLeaderWithinPodcast #TheLeaderWithin #Leadership

Strategic Foresight: How slowing down helps you speed up with Sabrina Sullivan

In this episode of The Leader Within, Angela interviews Sabrina Sullivan, Founder and Lead at by + by foresight, which is an initiative focused on building foresight capacity and embedding future-thinking practices into organizations. Sabrina has had transformative roles at reputable companies like Deloitte, Ford Motor Company and Foresight Factory. And as a recognized Corporate Futurist and Strategist, she regularly collaborates with leaders driven to explore new horizons and build purpose-led ventures, helping them harness foresight to pioneer bold, future-focused strategies. On top of that, she partnered with a leading organizational scientist, to develop Leaders for Humanity, a thought-provoking game designed to inspire leaders to reimagine their approach in response to today’s rapidly changing world. Want to stay connected to our guest and the great work that they are doing? Check out the links below: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrinamsullivan

Leading Digital Transformation: A Human-Centric Approach with Kamales Lardi

In this episode of The Leader Within, Angela interviews Kamales Lardi, CEO of Lardi & Partner Consulting and a global thought leader in digital and business transformation. With over 24 years of experience across Europe, Asia, and Africa, Kamales shares pivotal insights on leading through digital transformation with a human-first approach. Discover the essential elements of aligning technology with a company’s value proposition, the importance of diversity of thought in tech, and practical steps to engage leadership teams in transformative processes. Whether you're a business leader, aspiring entrepreneur, or part of a tech team navigating digital or business transformation, this conversation is packed with invaluable advice. Plus, learn how Kamales and the DBX School equip individuals to adapt in the evolving digital landscape. Want to stay connected to our guest and the great work that they are doing? Check out the links below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ka

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