🎙️ What happens when you stop waiting to be chosen and start betting on yourself, even when your world collapses?

In this powerful episode of The Resonate Podcast, Michelle Expert sits down with Tumi, the CEO of a Film Commission, author of Thrive, and founder of the Power Play movement, to talk about the true cost and reward of transformational leadership.

Tumi shares her incredible journey from living in a shack in an informal settlement after her parents' business collapsed to becoming one of South Africa’s most respected executives. This conversation dives into the heart of self-mastery, explaining how leadership is truly shaped during times of uncertainty and why your biggest setbacks are actually "learning paths" for your future.💡 In this episode, we talk about:

✅ Why you must "choose yourself" when no one else will.

✅ The "Sleep It Off" Strategy: How radical rest leads to divine business breakthroughs.

✅ Why visibility without influence is worth zero in the marketplace.

✅ Moving beyond just a "seat at the table" to creating ownership and legacy.

✅ The life-changing habit of accounting for every single minute of your day.

✅ Why failures are not evidence of losing, but God preparing you for what’s ahead.

✅ Leading from the inside out and finding your own identity beyond gender biases.

✨ We also unpack:

• The trauma and lessons of parental business collapse.

• How to lead a team without falling into the "hero complex" or micromanagement.

• Building a multi-faceted ecosystem so you aren't defined by a temporary title.

• Why getting your hands dirty can sometimes ruin your "eagle's view" as a leader.If you’re an entrepreneur, a corporate leader, or someone trying to move beyond survival to a life of impact, this episode is a masterclass for you.

🎧 Tune in for a real and honest conversation about resilience, leadership, and the power of intentionality.

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