The ChangeMaker Podcast

Leigh Mitchell
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Grow Beyond Grants®: Your Growth Engine for Social Impact. Through profit strategies, skills training, mentorship, and community support, we empower organizations and leaders to grow their impact with confidence and long-term stability. Host Leigh Mitchell brings both expertise and empathy to every episode. From inclusive leadership, digital marketing, to AI and workplace well-being, you’ll hear insights that make community-building real and actionable. With over 15 years of experience supporting grassroots initiatives and Fortune 500 companies like Microsoft Canada, TELUS, and TD, Leigh also brings in guest ChangeMakers entrepreneurs, educators, and innovators to share lessons learned and stories of building stronger, more resilient communities. Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or sparking social impact, this podcast will show you how to stop going it alone and start growing through community. Key Words ChangeMaker Community PodcastPersonal Branding & Community BuildingEntrepreneurship: Small Business Challenges & RewardsMarketing, Mentorship and LeadershipWork-Life Balance Challenges

  1. 14 SEP

    Secrets from a Recruiter: Courtney Sebu on Breaking Into the Job Market

    How do you stand out in one of the most competitive job markets in recent memory? What are hiring managers really looking for? And how can you break into your industry when everything seems stacked against new grads? In this special episode for post-grad marketing students and emerging professionals, we’re joined by Courtney Sebu, HR executive and founder of Shastra Inc., to discuss how to navigate the early stages of your career with clarity, confidence, and strategy. With over two decades of experience in recruiting and leadership consulting, Courtney doesn’t hold back — offering honest, tactical advice on what works now when it comes to landing roles, building your network, and crafting a standout personal brand. Whether you’re polishing your resume or networking your way into a new industry, this episode is your inside track to HR insights you won’t find in a textbook. Key Takeaways It’s an employer’s market: With the job market saturated by experienced professionals post-pandemic, it’s tougher than ever for new grads to land roles — but not impossible.AI is gatekeeping your resume: Many companies use AI tools to filter applications. If you don’t include job-specific buzzwords, you may be auto-rejected in under 5 minutes.Tailor strategically, not endlessly: Instead of rewriting your resume for every role, build a core version with the right industry keywords to "manipulate" the AI in your favour — ethically.Networking is your superpower: Referrals and personal introductions are often the only way to get past automated systems and actually get seen by a human recruiter.Canadian experience bias still exists: Despite legal changes, many private companies still prioritize local experience. Volunteering, internships, and shadowing can help bridge that gap.Don’t dilute your resume too much: If you have international experience, don’t hide it. Focus instead on contextualizing it for Canadian employers and roles.Referrals don’t guarantee roles: Even strong recommendations can hit internal company politics or pre-decided hires, which is why persistence and presence matter.Certifications are optional, not essential: Courtney has built a successful HR career without formal credentials, emphasizing experience and relationships over letters after your name.AI writing tools are just a start: Use ChatGPT and others to brainstorm ideas, but personalize and humanize your content before submitting anything — static, robotic language is a giveaway.Your brand = your currency: How you show up online, how you communicate, and how others perceive you will open more doors than a polished resume alone. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-changemaker-collective-podcast-for-future-ready-leaders/exclusive-content

    45 min

  2. 13 SEP

    Julie Savard-Shaw of the Prosperity Project on Rosie Mentorship & Gender Equity

    What does it take to close Canada’s gender gap in leadership? In this episode, we sit down with Julie Savard-Shaw, Executive Director of The Prosperity Project, to explore the transformative power of the Rosie Mentorship Program — a free, bilingual, and virtual initiative designed to support mid-career women on their path to leadership. Julie shares her personal journey, the inspiration behind Rosie, and the real barriers that women in Canada still face in the workforce — from bias and burnout to the lack of accessible childcare. We also discuss why mentorship is a two-way street, the critical role of workplace flexibility, and how corporate Canada can take a leading role in creating lasting change. Whether you’re a mentor, a mid-career woman seeking support, or a ChangeMaker advocating for gender equity in Canada, this conversation is filled with insight, heart, and action. Topics CoveredThe origin and impact of the Rosie Mentorship ProgramWhy mid-career women often fall through the cracksPromotion bias, pay gaps, and the “leaky pipeline”Mentorship as leadership development — for both mentor and menteeHow flexible work and advocacy are reshaping the future of equityJulie’s vision for a more inclusive Canada 🔗 Learn more or sign up at canadianprosperityproject.ca Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-changemaker-collective-podcast-for-future-ready-leaders/exclusive-content

    36 min

  3. 5 AGO

    Creating Impact in Natural Skincare: Lessons from Detour Co.’s Founder

    Podcast Description: In this episode, we sit down with Rebecca, founder of Detour Co., a natural skincare brand born from a personal need for clean, effective products. After relocating to Muskoka, Rebecca transformed her passion into a thriving business, guided by authentic customer feedback and a deep connection to community. She shares how she transitioned from crafting products at home to opening a studio space, her transparent pricing strategies, and her refreshing marketing approach that emphasizes human connection over trends. If you’re curious about building a meaningful brand that resonates with real people, this conversation is for you. Join for Our Outdoor Connect & Reset Leadership Day Want to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and reset your leadership mindset? Join us for our Future Leader Outdoor Connect & Reset Day. Experience a day of inspiration, reflection, and growth in nature. Details and registration at https://www.changemakerco.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-changemaker-collective-podcast-for-future-ready-leaders/exclusive-content

    50 min

  4. 5 AGO

    Inside CBC’s AI Playbook: How Rignam Wangkhang is Shaping the Future of Media

    AI is Changing Media & Careers, Are You Ready? In a world where AI is disrupting every industry, CBC News hired its first-ever AI Advisor — and it wasn’t a Silicon Valley technologist. It is CBC's Rignam Wangkhang, who is leading CBC into the AI era. In this episode, Rignam shares how he carved out a role that didn’t even exist a year ago, the cultural challenges of introducing AI inside a legacy media organization, and why the future of journalism depends on adaptability, not coding skills. We’ll break down the AI tools every professional should master, how AI is reshaping job searches and entrepreneurship, and why you don’t need to be an “expert” to lead in this space. Whether you're a student, a media professional, or just curious about how AI is transforming industries from the inside — this conversation is packed with practical advice and fresh perspective. What You’ll Learn:How Rignam transitioned from journalism to AI leadership at CBCThe cultural shifts AI is creating in traditional mediaThe top AI tools you should be using right now (besides ChatGPT)How to future-proof your career in a world of AI disruptionWhy personal branding is more important than ever in the AI ageReal talk: Why nobody is truly an AI “expert” yet Ready to future-proof your leadership mindset? Join us at our Future Leader Outdoor Connect & Reset Day — an immersive in-nature experience designed to help you disconnect from the noise, reconnect with your purpose, and lead with clarity in a disruptive world. Register now #AI #CBCNews #MediaInnovation #Leadership #OutdoorLeadership #FutureOfWork #CareerGrowth #ResetDay #PersonalBranding #Podcast Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-changemaker-collective-podcast-for-future-ready-leaders/exclusive-content

    54 min

  5. 10 JUN

    Rural Roots to Global Impact with an Education ChangeMaker

    This episode will explore Khadija Natali inspiring journey from a small farming community in #India is becoming a voice for international students and young women. We'll unpack how setbacks, rather than roadblocks, have been catalysts for her personal growth, perspective shifts, and purposeful advocacy. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-changemaker-collective-podcast-for-future-ready-leaders/exclusive-content

    27 min

  6. 26 MAY

    Say it Like You Mean It: AI Prompts That Actually Sound Like You

    Tired of AI that makes you sound like a robot? This fast-paced, no-fluff livestream is your sneak peek into how to actually use AI to write with clarity, confidence, and alignment. You’ll get practical tips, real prompt examples, and a taste of what’s coming in our May 29 masterclass with AI strategist Susan Diaz. In just 30 minutes, you’ll learn: How to avoid the most common AI prompt mistakes Easy tweaks to make AI write in your voice (not a tech bro’s) 3 plug-and-play prompts for emails, follow-ups, and pitches This isn’t about automating away your voice — it’s about unlocking it. 🎯 Perfect for changemakers, entrepreneurs, and professionals who want their messaging to land and feel authentic. 👉 Register now for the full masterclass: AI Prompts for Strategy, Sales & Impact 🗓 May 29 at 12 PM EST via Zoom - https://lu.ma/uuhz8glo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-changemaker-collective-podcast-for-future-ready-leaders/exclusive-content

    27 min

  7. 9 MAY

    The Power of Vulnerability on Stage and Screen

    🎧 Podcast Episode: The Power of Vulnerability on Stage and Screen What happens when the thing you once feared most becomes your greatest strength? In today’s episode, we explore the power of vulnerability as both a personal tool and a public force. Our guest has spent a lifetime navigating the challenges of a stutter, only to transform that journey into a platform for global impact—through comedy, public speaking, and now, the documentary film Words Left Unspoken. As the film finds new audiences through ChangeMaker Co’s powerful community screening initiative, we sit down to talk about what it means to live—and speak—your truth, even when it’s hard. 🎤 Meet the Guests: JOZE PIRANIAN Global Keynote Speaker | Forbes & 5x TEDx | Disability & Mental Health Advocate | Stuttering Awareness | Corporate Comedian From avoiding speaking for most of his youth to commanding stages across the world, Joze is a powerful voice on turning fear into empowerment—and now, a central figure in the new documentary Words Left Unspoken. BOBBY UMAR CEO of DYPB - Discover Your Personal Brand and the Thought Leadership Branding Club | 5x TEDx Speaker | Inc Magazine Top 100 Leadership Speaker | Best-Selling Author Bobby joins the conversation as a seasoned expert on personal branding and leadership, adding sharp insight into the inner transformation that drives outer impact. 🎤 Your Host:Leigh Mitchell is a dynamic personal and business branding leader, guiding small and medium-sized enterprises through Market Your Mission® Branding and her podcast, ChangeMaker Collective. As the founder of Women in Biz Network and the ChangeMaker Collective, she expanded the organization from a local group to a national community of over 35,000 members. Recognized by Statistics Canada for her diversity, equity, and inclusion expertise, Leigh holds an executive certificate in Marketing Leadership from Carleton University's Sprott School of Business and credentials in ethical leadership, DEI, inclusive design, and social-emotional learning. Her passion for equity spans mental health, business, education, and sports. Leigh teaches marketing, public relations, and business at York University, York Entrepreneurial Development Institute (YEDI) and the University of Guelph-Humber. She has collaborated with brands like Microsoft Canada, TELUS, and TD, and her insights have been featured in CBC & CTV News, The Globe and Mail, Chatelaine Magazine, and The Wall Street Journal. Leigh is a proud mother of two, a dedicated mental health advocate, and an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys exercising in nature or at the gym. 📢 Let’s collaborate to create a brand, a strategy, or a training program that inspires action and delivers impact. 📧 leigh@leighmitchell.ca 🌐 https://wwwchangemakerco.org 🔗 Let’s connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchellleigh/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-changemaker-collective-podcast-for-future-ready-leaders/exclusive-content

    39 min

  8. 5 MAY

    Addiction, Art, and Activism: Brandon Be Happy on Healing Through Service

    In this powerful episode of The Changemaker Collective, Leigh Mitchell sits down with Brandon B. Happy—artist, activist, and founder of the Cultured Collective—for a heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation on reclaiming identity, healing through service, and the radical power of imagination. Brandon shares his deeply personal journey from generational trauma, addiction, and homelessness to launching a global movement that started with a single community fridge. Through music, storytelling, and grassroots activism, Brandon and his family have transformed their pain into purpose—offering emotional wealth, not just material support, to communities across the world. Together, Leigh and Brandon explore what it means to redefine legacy, why lived experience is a form of expertise, and how dreaming itself is an act of resistance in a world that often robs us of it. This episode is a moving call to action for anyone ready to turn their story into service. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-changemaker-collective-podcast-for-future-ready-leaders/exclusive-content

    56 min
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Grow Beyond Grants®: Your Growth Engine for Social Impact. Through profit strategies, skills training, mentorship, and community support, we empower organizations and leaders to grow their impact with confidence and long-term stability. Host Leigh Mitchell brings both expertise and empathy to every episode. From inclusive leadership, digital marketing, to AI and workplace well-being, you’ll hear insights that make community-building real and actionable. With over 15 years of experience supporting grassroots initiatives and Fortune 500 companies like Microsoft Canada, TELUS, and TD, Leigh also brings in guest ChangeMakers entrepreneurs, educators, and innovators to share lessons learned and stories of building stronger, more resilient communities. Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or sparking social impact, this podcast will show you how to stop going it alone and start growing through community. Key Words ChangeMaker Community PodcastPersonal Branding & Community BuildingEntrepreneurship: Small Business Challenges & RewardsMarketing, Mentorship and LeadershipWork-Life Balance Challenges

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  • Creador
    Leigh Mitchell
  • Años de actividad
    2016 - 2025
  • Episodios
    47
  • Clasificación
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  • Copyright
    Copyright © [2016]
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