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- 14. S2 EP2 Managing Corporate Politics, Delivering Impactful Speeches & Attracting SponsorsIn this episode, Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa, a three-time TEDx speaker and the Chief Technology Officer at Greenpeace International, shares her insights on public speaking and navigating the corporate world as an introvert. She discusses how she got into public speaking and the importance of connecting with the audience and delivering impactful messages. Priscilla also talks about the qualities to look for in a sponsor and how to gain visibility in the corporate world. Additionally, she shares her passion for fitness and the role it plays in her life. The episode concludes with a discussion on office politics and the importance of playing the cards you hold well. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:55 Getting into Public Speaking 02:10 Preparing for Speeches and Making an Impact 09:26 Passion for Fitness and Well-being 11:20 Navigating the Corporate World as an Introvert 17:19 Building Relationships with Sponsors 19:12 Qualities to Look for in a Sponsor 20:37 Understanding Office Politics 32:40 Looking Forward to the Future 34:43 Closing Remarks and Quote37 min
- 13. S2 EP1 Embracing Audacity, Your Unique Perspectives and Values for Career Growth with Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa, Greenpeace International's CTO
Summary
In this episode of the Kind Regards podcast, Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa, CTO at Greenpeace International, discusses her career journey, highlighting the importance of innovation, audacity, and equitable internet access. She shares how her personal values guide her career choices, the significance of taking risks, and the role of technology in addressing global issues. The episode concludes with a preview of her insights on public speaking and navigating corporate life.
Chapters
00:01 - Introduction and Welcome Back 01:02 - Icebreakers 06:05 - Who is Priscilla, the Person and the Professional? 08:17 - Career Journey and Transitioning Between Roles 10:39 - Mindset and Audacity 17:30 - Being a Black, African Woman in Tech 21:05 - Importance of Equitable Access to the Internet 23:49 - Aligning Personal Values with Career Choices 25:12 - The Role of Technology in Solving Global Problems 27:34 - Paying for Equitable Internet Access 29:24 - Finding Joy and Impact in Your Career Watch Priscilla's TedTalk on why free and fair internet is vital at the link below: https://youtu.be/dKmHLAKQ5PI?si=HFAIGrXeZp22lNPG32 min - 12. S1 EP11 Gen Z in Corporate - Mwansa Kamfwa on Misconceptions, Reverse Mentorship and Social Media's Impact on Corporate Culture31 min
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- 09. S1 EP8 Monetizing content creation and the various ways different generations view money with Chanozya Kabaghe37 min
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- 07. S1 EP7 Inside the Venture Capital Journey: Lupiya's Path to Raising $8.25 Million with Founder Muchu Kaingu28 min
- 06. S1 EP6 From a $500 Initial Investment to Raising $8.25 Million in Venture Capital - Lupiya's Story of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Adaptability
Lupiya's growth story is definitely one for the books! The Zambian Fintech started out with initial capital of just $500 and recently went on to raise over $8.25 million in venture capital funding. This week, we chat to Muchu Kaingu, co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Lupiya, on how they did it. When was the "aha" moment they knew it would work out?💡How did the founders end up shaking hands with Kamala Harris? 🤔What differentiates Lupiya from other players in the market? 📈These are exciting times in the African Fintech space, after all, and everyone from telecommunications companies to traditional banks wants in.
23 min - 05. S1 EP5 Making the Most of Mentorship and Recovering from Career Setbacks with Bwalya Mundashi
Aaand we're back with the second segment of this discussion with Bwalya Mundashi! 🎧
Most of us have had people guide us as we've progressed through our professional journeys, and we have all encountered - or will encounter- disappointments along the way. 😬 In the final part of this series, Bwalya candidly shares her experiences on both these topics. We chat about how to make the most of the mentors we encounter in different seasons and the story of how she personally recovered from a career setback.
Tune in and set the right tone for the week as you return to Kind Regards😉.
Have you ever had a mentor? Have you had to pick up the pieces after a setback? Share below or in the DMs, we're listening either way! 💌
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About Kind Regards Podcast
From the publisher's feed
Welcome to the Kind Regards Podcast where we discuss navigating career, life, and everything in between!
The Kind Regards Podcast is hosted by Zamiwe Mwape, a Chartered Accountant who has been in the corporate world for over 12 years. During this time, she learned that action-led personal and professional development that delivers results is best inspired through candidly shared experiences and authentic storytelling.
The podcast is a mix of solo and interview-style episodes where we have thought-provoking conversations on a range of topics with inspirational yet relatable people spanning from those killing it in the public sector to changemakers in the corporate and social impact space, content creators, entrepreneurs, family business owners – you name it!
Tune in for engaging conversations on career development, career pivoting, sabbaticals, mentorship, work-life harmony, personal growth, and even the impact of Artificial Intelligence on the future of work, and more!
You can expect a new episode to drop every Monday to give you a dose of inspiration and a softer landing as you return to Kind Regards😉.
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