It Matters Podcast

In this episode of the It Matters podcast, Walter Perez converses with Emily Ventura, the executive director of the PFIC Network, supporting families affected by Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis (PFIC), a rare liver disease. Emily shares her journey from nurse to advocate after her daughter's PFIC diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of community and resources. They discuss the network's growth, advocacy efforts, and the significance of collaboration within the rare disease community. Emily highlights the upcoming PFIC Awareness Day and encourages listeners to connect and support the cause through their website and social media. The episode underscores the power of community and effective leadership.

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In this episode of the "It Matters" podcast, host Walter Perez delves into personal growth, leadership, and motivation as the year nears its end. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining momentum and making the most of the remaining months, regardless of past performance. Walter encourages listeners to reflect on their goals, make necessary adjustments, and commit to finishing the year strong. He stresses that it's never too late to pivot and take action towards achieving one's goals, urging listeners to seize the remaining time to set a positive tone for the upcoming year.

In this episode of the "It Matters" podcast, host Walter Perez critically examines the popular saying "fake it 'til you make it." Walter argues that this mindset can undermine authenticity and personal growth. He advocates for mastering one's craft, continuous learning, and taking responsibility for personal and professional development. Emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and intentional leadership, Walter provides practical advice on understanding strengths and weaknesses, and making informed decisions.

In this episode of the "It Matters" podcast, host Walter Perez explores the concept of "whiteboard sessions" as a tool for enhancing leadership and organizational strategy. He discusses the benefits of gathering key team members to brainstorm and visualize ideas without focusing on execution. Walter shares his experiences, highlighting how these sessions inspire creativity, foster teamwork, and set clear directions for future projects. He emphasizes the importance of dreaming big and thinking beyond current limitations. Walter encourages listeners to adopt whiteboard sessions to improve their leadership skills and organizational effectiveness.

In this episode of the "It Matters" podcast, host Walter Perez explores the theme of stewardship, emphasizing the importance of responsibly managing the resources, people, and projects entrusted to us. He encourages listeners to reflect on their roles in both personal and professional spheres, urging them to practice gratitude and strive for excellence. Walter discusses the significance of self-leadership and leading by example, particularly in managing homes, finances, and relationships. He concludes with a motivational message, inspiring listeners to make a positive impact by being good stewards of their responsibilities and opportunities.

The time is now is a statement that centres us in the present and allows us to be grateful for what today has to offer. This is a motto that I have tried to live by and intend to continue to practice because as leaders we need to remember that today matters. On this episode let's unravel the tension between the past and the future and what it is to live in the middle of that. The past can be a great teacher but we need to learn to forgive and keep going.  The future can be full of hope and unknowns but the future begins today. Let's learn to appreciate, aspire, and activate today!

In the life of a leader, it is important to keep the vision and the dream alive. Vision has the power to motivate, inspire, and to give you hope for an exciting future. There are many ways to feed the vision or the dream, but on today's episode I would love to talk to you about vision boards. Join me as I unpack four thoughts on why vision boards could be a critical tool in your leadership toolbox. 

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www.theleaderco.ca

IG: @theleaderco.inc

Facebook: The Leader Co.

We have all heard at one point or another that investing is a good thing. Investing can look many different ways.  You can invest in real estate, stocks, business, etc. When it comes to leadership, what should the leader be investing in? We can all probably think of a list of things we should invest in, but on today's episode I would like to unpack what I believe would be the best ROI. On this episode, I want to chat about how the best return on investment is you. When you invest in yourself, it not only makes you better but makes those around you better. Join me as I share some thoughts about areas you should invest in yourself. Whether physical, spiritual, or your mindset, it all matters, and the investment always brings a great return. 

Many things in life affect how we live, but one that hits the top of the list absolutely is the way you think. The way you think can either be life-giving to you or it can send you into a pit of darkness, despair, and self-destruction. In this solo episode I want to bring awareness to the fact that the issue may not be focus, but what you are focused on. Some of us may just need to do a refocusing and pay attention to what is feeding our thoughts. Understanding the long term effects of our thinking, our present habits, and the vision we have for our lives is crucial to living a mindful life.

I believe that one attribute of a great leader is to serve well. Serving has many angles to it but one thing I know is that if you want to become a great servant leader you need to adapt the volunteering habit. In this solo episode I would like to focus in on volunteering, what it looks like, what it can do for you, and what it can do for others. In my 25+ years of intentional leadership I attribute most of my leadership success to volunteering. So join me as we chat and I share with you some of my wins such as learning to stretch, creating new experiences, meeting new people, learning to follow, and learning to lead people that are not motivated by a paycheque.