The Courageous Leaders Podcast
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Her focus is to help individuals and teams activate their full potential, so they can step into their courageous zone to maximise their influence, build their resilience and take the action needed to become high performers and future-ready leaders.
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The Courageous Leaders Podcast
116: Emma Harris: From Near-Death to Transformative Leadership
In this episode, Emma Harris, CEO of Glow London, shares how a life threatening cardiac arrest transformed her perspective.
After being saved by three nearby doctors, she moved from a mindset of constantly needing to ‘have more’, ‘be more’, and ‘earn more’ to prioritising what truly matters and preserving her energy to be present.
Key timestamps
00:00 - Leaving a successful career at Eurostar.
04:05 - Overcoming frustration with company changes and finding a new path.
08:53 - Unconscious behaviours have a greater impact on communication than we realise.
12:33 - The value of authentic leadership and creating genuine connections with your team.
16:10 - Recognising and listening to inner voices for guidance.
17:50 - The positive influence of a Jewish mother’s voice with loving intentions.
20:35 - A near-death experience prompts deep reflection on life’s priorities.
23:04 - Focusing on what truly matters and fiercely protecting it.
26:18 - Leading by example: your actions speak louder than words, so be mindful.
29:54 - Shifting from decisions driven by FOMO to those that bring joy.
34:27 - Posting a variety of content while being mindful of its influence.
35:55 - The importance of self-acceptance and avoiding comparisons
Join us for an inspiring conversation on slowing down, trusting the journey, and leading a more intentional and present life.
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