In this episode, we explore the critical leadership shifts needed during times of rapid change and uncertainty. Chris Power, a seasoned leadership coach and author of "Inflection Leadership," shares practical insights on how leaders can navigate inflection points with resilience, purpose, and strategic clarity.

• The concept of inflection leadership and its significance in today’s business landscape
• How COVID-19 and geopolitical shifts serve as inflection points for leaders
• The importance of pausing to refocus, realign, and readiness in leadership
• Strategies for leaders to manage uncertainty, build trust, and foster hope
• Practical steps for embracing change and turning inflection points into opportunities
• The three-part model: Refocus, Realign, and Ready—what it entails and how to implement
• The value of taking time out for leadership reflection and strategic planning
• How to nurture curiosity, diversity of thought, and support networks in decision-making

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to inflection leadership and its relevance today

02:25 - The impact of global shifts on leadership mindsets

04:42 - Leaders' response to evolving change and pressure

05:50 - The significance of hope as a leadership trait according to Gallup data

08:11 - Connecting purpose and strategy amidst uncertainty

10:21 - Opportunities in inflection points: innovation, adaptation, growth

13:10 - Examples of leaders turning worry into hope through strategic navigation

15:13 - The refocus phase: assessing leadership effectiveness and clarity

16:50 - The importance of honest feedback and pausing to reflect

18:22 - How asking the right questions can shift leadership mindset

20:04 - Transition to the realign phase: building cohesive teams

25:39 - Aligning team purpose, culture, and working modalities

27:44 - The critical role of preparation and reflection in readiness

28:48 - The benefits and challenges of off-site leadership retreats

32:06 - Introducing the 'Ready' phase: operational adaptation and systems support

33:34 - The importance of flexibility and incremental steps in the readiness process

35:38 - Recognizing if you are already in an inflection point

37:40 - Practical advice for leaders to carve out strategic reflection time

38:33 - Accessing resources: white paper download and connection

40:21 - Final thoughts and encouragement for courageous leadership

Resources & Links:

• Inflection Leadership White Paper (Download available on website)

Connect with Chris Power:

• LinkedIn
• Website

This episode serves as a compelling call for leaders to embrace change proactively, leverage inflection points for growth, and lead with clarity and confidence in uncertain times.

The Art of Influence – Unlocking Your Voice for Impact

Discover how high achievers can craft their messages with authenticity, precision, and influence. Remona Moodley shares her journey from engineer to world-class speaker, emphasising that influence is rooted in authentic packaging and confident delivery.

In this episode:

• Remona's non-linear journey from engineering to Miss World to executive coaching
• The common challenge high achievers face: translating expertise into influence
• The importance of packaging insights compellingly for maximum impact
• Lessons learned from pageants about confidence, presence, and storytelling
• The significance of authentic self-expression in influencing others
• The pitfalls of overreliance on AI and superficial self-presentation
• Practical strategies for preparing speeches and delivering with confidence
• The "valley of doom" phenomenon in speech prep and how to overcome it
• The analogy of the artist vs. handyman in high achievers' approach to problem-solving
• Ramona’s passion for empowering smart, insightful individuals to amplify their voices

Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Unlocking influence through voice and impact

00:12 - Remona's inspiring journey across diverse fields

01:22 - The common thread: belief in possibility and love for learning

02:43 - The importance of continuous learning and curiosity

03:33 - Creating opportunities by taking initiative

04:14 - Why high achievers struggle with influence

04:50 - Remona’s childhood influence and the desire for influence

06:25 - The role of packaging insights effectively

07:40 - Lessons from pageants: presence, conviction, delivery

09:48 - The passion behind Remona’s work and why influence matters

10:30 - The challenge of smart people undervaluing their message

11:56 - Understanding "package" vs. "packaging"

13:16 - The importance of concise, structured communication in today's world

14:50 - Mistakes in packaging and standing out in a noisy environment

16:00 - The overreliance on AI and maintaining human connection

17:06 - The concept of executive presence beyond superficial traits

19:10 - The importance of authentic, confident delivery and preparation

20:18 - The "valley of doom" in speech prep and overcoming overthinking

21:15 - Anchoring messages in the body for authentic delivery

22:27 - Remona’s experience in a global speaking competition

23:08 - Practicing beyond comfort zones to build confidence

24:52 - Shifting focus from self to service, letting go of ego

25:25 - Building influence begins with self-relationship

27:11 - From artist to handyman: a reframe for high achievers’ approach to problem-solving

29:22 - Remona’s driving motivation: empowering problem solvers to unlock solutions

30:47 - Final thoughts: Why not you? The power of possibility

Resources & Links:

• Remona Moodley’s Website

Connect with Remona:

• LinkedIn

What if the stage of life most women are quietly suffering through is actually their leadership superpower? In this episode, Janine sits down with Karen Stein — executive coach, keynote speaker, author of Be Your Own Leadership Coach, and certified Menopause Champion — for an honest, commercial, and deeply needed conversation about menopause in the workplace.

With over 500 million women of menopausal age currently in the workforce, and 80% experiencing symptoms that affect how they think, feel, and function, Karen argues this is not a personal issue to leave at the office door. It's a leadership issue — and a business one.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why the most urgent thing leaders need to bring right now is calmness, hope, and possibility — especially in a world of complexity and uncertainty
• The philosophy behind Karen's book Be Your Own Leadership Coach — and why she wrote it so that anyone (regardless of access or budget) can carry coaching strategies in their "virtual backpack" every day
• What it really means to lead with kindness — and why mattering is more powerful than belonging
• The truth about midlife cognition — why your fifties are actually your cognitive peak (despite what advertising tells you)
• Karen's "Mad About Menopause" framework — covering mindset, community, and education — and how she's bringing men into this conversation too
• Her group coaching program Peri Pathways and the remarkable confidence shifts she's witnessed in participants
• The powerful reframe: your lived experience is not a liability — it's your positioning, your wisdom, and your competitive edge
• Practical advice for any woman quietly navigating this stage of life: how to move from feeling invisible and fearful to feeling connected, clear, and confident

Resources mentioned:

• 📖 Be Your Own Leadership Coach by Karen Stein
• Karen's group coaching program: Peri Pathways

Karen is a Menopause Champion, and Certified Menopause and Executive Coach, focused on normalising menopause at work. She is passionate about being "M.A.D" about menopause to make a difference in the workplace. Karen supports organisations to address a critical, often overlooked life stage impacting wellbeing, leadership, engagement and retention. She draws on her depth of leadership experience formerly as a partner of 24 years at Deloitte, and her Masters in Coaching Psychology to help leaders and teams build menopause-aware, inclusive and sustainable workplaces.

Most importantly, she supports those working through perimenopause and menopause to thrive through their careers as their best or better selves. Karen does so through her MenoMindset Executive Coaching program, her PeriPathways Group Coaching Program and her MAD about Menopause keynotes and workshops.

Links :

https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-stein-coaching/

www.karensteincoaching.com

karensteincoaching@gmail.com

Special offer $100 discount on all of my menopause related programs (coaching, keynotes and workshops) until 30 June 2026 by mentioning "Janine Garner" when making a booking.

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