In this Season 3 Episode 6 of Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer® podcast, guest Shontra Powell, a seasoned corporate leader and podcaster/author of "Proven Not Perfect"™, shares her inspiring journey of courage, purpose, and self-acceptance that will empower you to lead with confidence and grace.

Our conversation explores how ambitious women leaders can navigate the complex path of purpose-driven success without sacrificing their authenticity or well-being.

Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka The Impact Whisperer®, is a globally recognized (Top 10), award-winning expert impact coach, strategic advisor to founders, and Board Director, known for guiding 500+ organizations across 3 continents to make the impact they care about.

Key topics covered:

• The defining moment of impact that reshaped Shontra's outlook on life and leadership
• The importance of aligning personal values with professional pursuits
• How to embrace vulnerability and humility as powerful leadership tools
• The myth of perfection—who truly benefits from striving for flawlessness?
• Building resilience through fortitude and course correction during setbacks
• The role of spiritual connection and purpose as anchors in leadership
• How to cultivate inspiration and confidence in everyday moments
• Practical strategies for balancing ambition, family, and self-care
• The transformative power of community, kindness, and hope in leadership journeys

Please share this with an aspiring leader who will find it inspiring and informative. We would love you to subscribe so you don't miss any top global voices who are sharing how they activate and advocate for the people, causes, and communities that have captured their hearts.

Chapters:

• (00:00) Introduction to Shontra Powell
• (03:37) Shontra’s Moment of Impact
• (08:49) Choosing Family Over Corporate Success
• (10:08) The Unexpected Ripple Effect of Courage
• (11:34) Listening to Your Inner Calling
• (13:30) Success, Ambition & The Hidden Trade-Offs
• (16:21) The Multi-Facets of Womanhood
• (17:36) What Purpose-Driven Leadership Really Means
• (18:36) Discovering Your Calling
• (23:27) Leading With Values Instead of Perfection
• (27:24) Practical Habits for Intentional Leadership
• (30:15) Overcoming Perfectionism & Self-Doubt
• (33:34) Building a Sustainable Leadership Mindset
• (39:07) Success Without Sacrificing Yourself
• (42:35) Humility and Living With Purpose Every Day
• (48:18) What Gives Shontra Hope
• (50:15) Closing Thoughts

Leadership, Innovation, and Resilience: Insights from President & CEO of John Clements Consultants, Inc., Carol Dominguez

Carol Dominguez cared so much about preserving the opportunities built in her father's company, John Clements Consultants, Inc. of The Philippines that upon the news of his sudden passing, Carol sacrificed personally and professionally to save her family's global business...and ended up scaling and sustaining it way beyond its original design as its President and CEO for many decades.

Discover how Carol Dominguez transformed her career and business amidst personal tragedy and industry shifts. This episode highlights the power of agility, technological foresight, and authentic leadership in navigating transformational disruption and growth. Carol shares how she led her global enterprise through multiple pivots with business model and technological adaptation.

Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka The Impact Whisperer®, is a globally recognized (Top 10), award-winning expert impact coach, strategic advisor to founders, and Board Director, known for guiding 500+ clients across 3 continents to make the impact they care about.

Main Topics:

• The personal and professional impact of unexpected loss and taking over a family business
• Strategic pivots: from staffing to BPO call centers, leadership development, and AI integration
• Building a resilient and innovative leadership culture
• The importance of continuous learning, networking, and self-reinvention
• Navigating AI adoption, governance, and organizational change

Be sure to share this episode with a leader who can leverage Carol's insightful lessons about how to lead a global enterprise through successive eras of pivoting and adaptation. Please subscribe so you don't miss any top global voices sharing how they activate and advocate for the people, causes, and communities that have captured their hearts.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Carol Dominguez

02:26 Carol’s Moment of Impact

04:48 Leaving a Global Career for the Family Business

10:05 The First Year: Grief, Pressure & Responsibility

15:25 Growing Beyond Executive Search

17:56 Seeing the BPO Opportunity Before Everyone Else

20:30 Turning the Philippines Into a Global Talent Hub

27:57 Building a Strong Leadership Culture

30:07 Hiring for Potential, Not Just Experience

32:55 How AI Is Reshaping Recruiting

35:06 The Skills That Will Matter Most in the AI Era

39:15 Advice for Future Business Leaders

41:48 Leading Through Uncertainty and Reinvention

45:17 Carol's Personal Leadership Philosophy

49:34 What Gives Carol Hope

50:52 Closing Remarks

Breaking Barriers: An Autism Advocate's Journey to Impact and AcceptanceIn season 3 episode 4 of Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer® podcast "Autism: Differently Abled, Not Disabled", explore the inspiring story of guest Sam Mitchell, creator of the award-winning podcast "Autism Rocks and Rolls", as he shares insights into living with autism, breaking stereotypes, and advocating for neurodiversity.

Diagnosed with autism at age 4, Sam Mitchell is successful "with autism", and uses his platform from his non-profit organization and podcast of the same name, "Autism Rocks and Rolls", to spread his message that "people with autism are not broken, do not need to be fixed, and can thrive with autism."

Sam is also a TEDx speaker, "Controlling Chaos with Structure" at TEDxBloomington.

Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka The Impact Whisperer®, is a globally recognized (Top 10), award-winning expert impact coach, strategic advisor to founders, and Board Director, known for guiding 500+ clients from 3 continents to make the impact they care about. Discover Sam's practical strategies for fostering understanding, inclusion, and self-empowerment in this candid conversation.

Topics we explore:Sam's personal journey with autism from diagnosis at age four to becoming a leading voice

The significance of self-acceptance and authentic living in building confidence

How hyper-focus and out-of-the-box thinking are strengths of neurodiverse individuals

The importance of structure and visual supports, like Velcro charts, for daily management

Debunking myths about autism as a spectrum and emphasizing varied abilities

Practical advice for parents, educators, and employers to support and include neurodiverse people

The power of podcasting and advocacy work in amplifying marginalized voices

Sam's experiences with public speaking, including his TEDx talk on "Controlling Chaos with Structure"

How kindness and grace can improve societal perceptions of neurodiversityChapters:(00:00) Introduction to Sam Mitchell(03:50) Sam’s Moment of Impact(05:47) Choosing Authenticity and Finding Confidence(07:49) Starting "Autism Rocks and Rolls"(09:11) Advice for Anyone Who Feels Like They Don't Belong(11:47) "People with Autism Don't Need to Be Fixed"(15:54) Rethinking How We Learn Best(16:28) Why There Is No Such Thing as "Normal"(18:06) Helping Neurodiverse People Thrive(21:10) Communication, Relationships & Everyday Challenges(26:08) Strengths, Self-Advocacy & Independence(31:02) Building a Nonprofit and a Podcasting Platform(34:57) Creating a More Inclusive World(41:17) Advice for Families, Educators & Employers(46:35) What Gives Sam Hope(47:12) Closing Thoughts