One Million Years Of Joy

Named one of Canadian SME’s Top 30 Female Business Leaders to Watch (2024), Tina Elinwa, Ph.D., is a youth mentor, entrepreneur, and author of The Teen CEO. A passionate advocate for burnout recovery among high performers and leadership development for the next generation, Tina equips emerging leaders with the tools to stay resilient, discover their purpose, and boldly build the future they envision.

What does it really take to craft an extraordinary life—one defined not by constant striving, but by purpose, connection, and soul?

In this episode, discover Justin Breen, author of the international bestseller Epic Business and the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller Epic Life. As the Founder and CEO of BrEpic Communications, Justin has made it his mission to connect visionary leaders who want to serve humanity at scale.

Justin opens up about the surprising truth at the core of his work:

We explore why Justin now lets his heart make his biggest decisions, how he defines legacy beyond achievement, and what it truly means to build a life that’s epic from the inside out.

If you’re tired of chasing “more” and ready to create a life that actually feels meaningful—this conversation is for you.

Discover why showing up as your true self at work isn’t just liberating — it’s transformative.

In this inspiring conversation with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, TEDx speaker and author of Be Yourself at Work, she opens up about the journey that shaped her, the experiences that defined her purpose to be of joyful service. She shares why labels hold us back, how motherhood deepened her perspective, and what leaders can do to lead with heart, humanity, and courage.

What do boldness and fear have in common?

Discover Leigh Burgess’s answer along with insights to push new boundaries to live a more fulfilling life. As the CEO and Founder of Bold Industries Group, and author of two books, Leigh helps individuals catalyze positive change. Discover key insights from her latest book, The Bold Leader, so you can live and lead with more clarity and courage.

Aidan Uttinger is a visionary entrepreneur who founded The World’s Greatest Experiment, a global movement inspired by the kindness of a Filipino family who once took him in during a tough chapter. Originally from New Zealand, Aidan’s journey spans from adversity and reinvention to building projects that harness love and human energy to end poverty.

Josh Perry, a former BMX athlete and brain tumor survivor, shares his journey of adopting a mindset of being "at cause" rather than "at effect," emphasizing ownership and empowerment in life's circumstances.

He highlights the importance of prioritizing health, both physical and mental, and shares insights on metabolic health, stress regulation, and the interconnectedness of the mind and body.

The conversation also touches on the role of joy, authenticity, and empathy in personal growth and resilience, with Josh offering practical advice on setting boundaries, avoiding burnout, and living a fulfilling life.

#mindset #health #empowerment #metabolichealth #stress #regulation #joy #authenticity #empathy #resilience #personalgrowth

Noella Coursaris Musunka shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood in the Congo to becoming a successful model, philanthropist, and founder of the Malaika Foundation. Noëlla has received several awards including the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s 100 years award, BBC’s 100 Influential and Inspirational Women, 100 Most Influential Africans from New African magazine. She offers valuable advice for aspiring philanthropists and reflects on the ingredients of joy and the legacy she hopes to leave behind.

It's 2000x more difficult!

These were the words from Stephanie Sylvestre about her experience in launching her AI start-up. Yes, entrepreneurship comes with many challenges, but also many joys.

Stephanie shares her journey from managing public sector programs to co-founding AvatarBuddy, an AI venture focused on innovation and empathy. She discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of mental health, and the power of human-centric leadership. Discover her recipe for joy and why she has an unwavering belief in human nature.

Dennis Hindsberg, is the CEO of Plandent and Chairperson of Dental Health Without Borders.

Discover how his passion for surfing led to his journey of integrating sustainability into the dental industry. Under his leadership, Plandent achieved B Corp certification, setting a benchmark for environmental and social responsibility. Dennis discusses the importance of human-centric leadership, emphasizing the need to empower individuals to find purpose and joy in their work.

Kira Miller Fabregat is a global leader in diversity, inclusion, and adaptive leadership. Having lived in nine countries and across multiple cultures, Kira shares how her multicultural upbringing shaped her purpose and her deep understanding of human connection.

In this interview we explore how joy and gratitude are foundational to belonging, why psychological safety fuels inclusion and innovation, and how unconscious biases can be transformed into conscious leadership. Kira also opens up about motherhood, purpose, and love — and how these life experiences have reshaped her views on leadership and joy.

This episode is a celebration of humanity, inclusion, and the courage to put in the inner work to create meaningful change, in ourselves, our organizations, and the world.

#Leadership #Inclusion #JoyfulLeadership #PsychologicalSafety #PurposeDriven