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From captivating photography to inspiring videos, Jonathan spends his time crafting narratives that bridge hearts and minds. In this episode, we discover how he transforms empathy and compassion into powerful tools for creative expression, in both his personal life as an artist as well as guiding businesses to authentically connect with their audiences.



His childhood challenges shaped his deep-seated belief in fostering welcoming spaces where everyone feels connected. This conversation delves into the transformative power of self-discovery and how this impacts how we see ourselves and interact with the world around us to nurture authentic relationships. Jonathan emphasizes on the need for creatives to embrace imperfection and get good at creating ‘bad art’, laying out various tools and practices that would help artists be able to achieve this kind of mindset shift.



Step into Jonathan’s world with us as we uncover the profound impact of knowing oneself, the beauty of vulnerability in creative endeavors, and how to harness imperfection to amplify creative output. Whether you're a struggling creative or simply longing for deeper connections, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and empowered.



To learn more about Jonathan and the incredible work that he does, check out his website here and his YouTube channel here.



Episode Chapters

00:00- Introduction

06:02- Childhood Upbringing & Experiences

15:18- Discovering Purpose As A Young Adult

22:12- Stepping Into Our Creative Flow

31:52- The Weight Of Other People's Stories

44:00- The 30-Day Challenge

50:32- Getting Good At Making Bad Art

54:16- Creating From An Authentic Place



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Our guest today is committed to enhancing people's lives by empowering them to recognize their inherent greatness.



Mark Paulson is the President of People First Operations Inc., helping leaders understand their people's strengths, motivations, and goals, and then aligning them with processes that fit their needs and abilities. From an early age, Mark has always had an insatiable curiosity, often taking things apart to find out how they work. He went on to apply this same kind of analytical mindset in other aspects of his life, from the communities and spaces he engaged with, to his 30 years of leadership experience in the high-tech industry.



In this episode, Mark unravels the intricacies of hiring processes from his experience in the tech world and illustrates the transformational leadership models necessary to create work cultures within an organization that contribute to sustainable growth. We also delve into the qualities that hiring managers look for in an ideal team player such as humility, hunger, and high emotional intelligence skills - and why it is important for young professionals to be intentional about excavating themselves to understand who they are, what abilities they possess, and how to position themselves for the opportunities that await them.



Join us for yet another masterclass episode that bridges the gap between the complex hiring processes in the job market and empowering individuals to thrive within them.

To learn more about Mark and the incredible work that he does, check out his LinkedIn profile here.

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As a highly accomplished technologist and social impact advocate, Maria is actually most proud of the fact that she’s indeed, a super mom!



From automating her workflow to learning new ways to engage her children, Maria describes how her work as Chile and Argentina’s national technology officer at Microsoft has created a new love and appreciation for tech in our lives. In this episode, we unpack Maria’s stellar career from saving lives in the Public Sector to helping corporations and governments better implement technology at scale.



Join us for another fun-packed, insightful and informative conversation about how you and I can support emerging markets to get ahead of the tech curve!



To learn more about María & the work she does, check out his LinkedIn profile here.

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The world as we know it is at a tipping point in this fourth Industrial Revolution, and today’s guest has a front seat in building strategic partnerships in the world of work and technology to move us towards this bright future. 

Michael Liley is the Senior Managing Director at Sand Technologies, an organization that is at the core of the tech services market equipped with young,  experienced talent that is focused on solving enterprise-level challenges with advanced AI and data solutions. In this conversation, we look at the history of technological advancement over the past few decades, unpack the current state of the labour market on the African continent and the megatrends that are driving digital transformation in our rapidly evolving economy.

This conversation will allow you to understand what it truly takes to not just equip young people with talent but also deploy them to spaces where they are needed and can make the most impact.

Join us for yet another insightful chat in the Boardroom that rests at the heart of the innovation and opportunity, as we delve into the strategies, initiatives, and collaborations shaping the future of work in the digital age. 

To learn more about Michael and the work that he does, check out his LinkedIn profile here and Sand Technologies here.

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When Jason was young, he was enamored with the idea of creating wildly imaginative comics. As an artist and storyteller, he has evolved into a branding and storytelling powerhouse who turns everyday brands into high converting businesses that are “binge-worthy” through narrative design.

In this episode we unpack his work at the helm of his agency JHT Design Studios alongside his lifelong passion to use creative fiction to help young Christians walk in and better understand their faith via Group Lore.

Join us in the boardroom for a fascinating conversation at the intersection of business, faith and stories that bring people together.

To learn more about Jason & the work he does, check out his LinkedIn profile here, JHT Design Studios here or Group Lore here.

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Are you creating meaningful change, inspiring hope and breathing life into the world through the stories you share?

Today's conversation sets sail from the island of Mauritius on a special graduation morning. Our guest, Julie Gichuru, challenges us to think deeply about the "why" behind the stories we tell about ourselves and the communities around us. Julie is an Afro-optimist, mother, wife, and the Chief Public Affairs & Communications Officer at Mastercard Foundation.

In this episode, we delve into her early childhood experiences and the communities that shaped her character, values and how she sees the world. She speaks about how her passion for theatre, plays and written works birthed her love for storytelling and the African continent- influencing her approach to journalism in her early career. She steers us through the changing tides of the journalism industry, communication, and storytelling in the digital age- emphasizing the need for  creators to ask themselves whether their work is creating a positive impact and supporting the communities that their stories are embedded in. 

In addition, Julie speaks about the incredible work that she does with Mastercard Foundation and their ‘Young Africa Works’ strategy of seeing 30 million young Africans in digified and fulfilling work by 2030. Julie’s story inspires every young African to enthusiastically seek out their purpose in all areas of their lives and hold steadfast in answering the calling of our generation.

If you are interested in engaging more with Julie and her work, check out her LinkedIn here and visit the Mastercard Foundation here.

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