The Empowered in My Skin Podcast

Thriving Thursday’s are “chew-able” episodes, where Nkechi is joined by Gaby Mammone, and asked to share perspectives from her life experiences. You will get a taste of her wisdom and leave with a call to action. In this episode, Nkechi and Gaby nicely round up the power packed Four-part series of the Book “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz. Today they discuss agreement #4: Always do your be...

She makes no excuses, and is unapologetically unstoppableIn today’s episode Nkechi has a discussion with Victoria Pelletier, who is the Vice President of IBM’s North American Talent & Transformation practice; she is a senior executive with over two decades of progressive experience in strategy, operations, growth initiatives, and business and talent development. She is a visionary leader...

Thriving Thursday’s are “chew-able” episodes, where Nkechi is joined by Gaby Mammone, and asked to share perspectives from her life experiences. You will get a taste of her wisdom and leave with a call to action. Today they discuss agreement #3: Don’t Make Assumptions! In this episode, Nkechi and Gaby, unpack the danger of making assumptions, illustrating the importance of the proper act of commun...

In today’s episode Nkechi has a discussion with Aziz Garuba, a dynamic financial professional with a decade of experience in both the Public and Private Sector, he is also a super-talented photographer and most recently a podcast host of “Made to Lead” a show that tells the stories of amazing people of African descent who are leading in their own way. Aziz talks about courage, the power of role mo...

In this power packed and electrifying episode of Thriving Thursday, Nkechi opened up by encouraging everyone to have their own thriving Thursdays moments with friends where they can discuss empowering topics just like she does with Gaby Mammone. This episode discusses the second agreement from the book "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz; Don't Take Anything Personally. In discussing this, Nk...

In this episode Nkechi sits down with Komal Minhas. Komal is a curator of powerful experiences and conversations. She is a host, interviewer, investor and women empowerment champion. She is also a cancer survivor, and chronic illness advocate. She shares her story of how she rose from one of the darkest times of her life to regain her health and find a whole lot of purpose and start a movement to...

Thriving Thursday's are "chew-able" episodes, where Nkechi is joined by Gaby Mammone, and asked to share perspectives from her life experiences. You will be get a taste of her wisdom and leave with a call to action. In this episode, Nkechi and Gaby, start to share learning's from the book, The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Riuz. This will be a 4 part discussion, as they will break down each of the...

Welcome to Empowered in My Skin, the podcast. At EIMS, human empowerment is important to us and it informs our mission. We help people to think in a way that is empowering, and purposed to drive real change and impact in the world. This Podcast is all about helping humans thrive in their lives. It is our birthright to thrive. When we own our thrive, we are operating from a position of empowerment,...

We bid a firm farewell to Season 1 with this Bonus Episode. In this episode, Nkechi is being interviewed by Imperfect podcast host, Deb Crowe. Every single imperfection adds to your leadership. Everyone's imperfect. You don't have to be "perfect" to be a caring, effective, heart-centered leader. Being conscious of our own humanity helps us be better leaders in whatever we do. Join Deb Crowe as she...

This is a bonus episode for season 1.Nkechi is interviewed on a LinkedIn live by host Daryl Perry, from #BusinessWithBenefits. Daryl engages Nkechi in a talk about love and Juneteenth, a day that represents freedom, and love. Nkechi shares about the her wonderful movement, Empowered In My Skin, her personal life journey and why more than ever, we all need to express love with one another. Find us...

Thriving Thursday's are "chew-able" episodes, where Nkechi is joined by Gaby Mammone, and asked to share perspectives from her life experiences. You will be get a taste of her wisdom and leave with a call to action. In this episode, Nkechi and Gaby, engage in a fun and fascinating activity. Gaby in the driver seat, takes Nkechi through a number of, "what would you do if", questions.  Their dialogu...

Dwania Peele is the Owner and Executive Director of Canadian Small Business Women (CSBW).  A lover of entrepreneurship, volunteering and networking, Dwania strives to inspire aspiring and current entrepreneurs in Canada. A Chemist and Political Science by training and education, but an entrepreneur at heart. Dwania has started 2 successful businesses since 2008.  In 2013, Canadian Small Business W...

Thriving Thursday's are "chew-able" episodes, where Nkechi is joined by Gaby Mammone, and asked to share perspectives from her life experiences. You will be get a taste of her wisdom and leave with a call to action. In this episode, Nkechi shares about plans to change the name of the podcast to, Empowered in My Skin. For her, it is synonymous with Own Your Thrive, and better aligns and brings cons...

Mary Wildman, is a proud Indigenous Woman from Curve Lake First Nations, located in Southern Ontario. She works in corporate, focused on Communication's and Colleague Engagement, and brings alot of experience and insight to the table. Mary enjoys teaching people about her Indigenous Culture. She also serves as a dedicated ally to other diverse groups, such as LGBTQ2+, blacks, and persons with disa...

Coach, speaker, and author, Cindy Stradling brings over 25 years of practical hands on business experience to her work.   This is where Cindy is today, not where she started.  She has developed unwavering resilience through her journey and is able to coach others how they can too. Cindy inspires others to be their personal best and keep moving toward their goals and gets how tough it can be to get...

Lekan Olawoye is a passionate city-builder. In his current role as the founder and CEO of Talent X, Lekan supports a team of leaders that are equipping diverse workers and job seekers with the skills needed to thrive in the future of work. At the same time, he is driving critical conversations in the sector on the importance of fostering an inclusive economy. Lekan has a proven track record of tra...

In the wake of the killing of George Floyd, and the ensuing focus on Race, many of us are asking what we can do. I have also asked myself this same question, and I've since committed to make sure that the focus on Race, does not let up, until we start to see real transformation, and sustainable change unfold. Enough is Enough! This podcast is all about thriving, and as a black woman, I can appreci...

Thriving Thursday's are "chew-able" episodes, where Nkechi is joined by Gaby Mammone, and asked to share perspectives from her life experiences. You will be get a taste of her wisdom and leave with a call to action. In this episode, Nkechi and Gaby, touch on the topic of comparative suffering. Comparative suffering is when you look at someone having a challenge and minimize their experience compar...

Travis Believes is the CEO of a social media management platform that brings you to stellar success. No one knows more than he does what works and what does not. Innerlight Media Group is Travis's own company created from the ground up. This new marketing online firm puts the focus on helping brands and influencers reach their maximum potential. Messages that are life-changing and positive are emp...

In the wake of the killing of George Floyd, and the ensuing focus on Race, many of us are asking what we can do. I have also asked myself this same question, and I've since committed to make sure that the focus on Race, does not let up, until we start to see real transformation, and sustainable change unfold. Enough is Enough! This podcast is all about thriving, and as a black woman, I can appreci...

Tammy Strome has been in the fitness, wellness and transformation space for over 20 years as a coach, consultant, speaker, and published author.  She is a retired IFBB Professional athlete and holds university degrees in Kinesiology, Nutrition and Sociology. Her passion for helping others breakthrough and reach their goals began in the fitness space where she excelled at helping others transform t...

Emeka Nwafor is a proven leader with over 15 years of product management and general management experience with global businesses. Experience includes strategic planning and execution, new product introduction, and managing portfolio products at all stages of their maturity. He is a father of two, and in his spare time enjoys cycling, tennis, jazz, travel, and good food and music composition. He i...

In the wake of the killing of George Floyd, and the ensuing focus on Race, many of us are asking what we can do. I have also asked myself this same question, and I've since committed to make sure that the focus on Race, does not let up, until we start to see real transformation, and sustainable change unfold. Enough is Enough! This podcast is all about thriving, and as a black woman, I can appreci...

This episode of Thriving Thursday is dedicated to Gaby Mammone, in loving memory of her father, Concezio DiVirgilio, who sadly lost his life to COVID-19.Concezio  was  born  in  Castel  Frentano,  Abruzzo, Italy.  He  studied hairdressing  and  was  very passionate  about  his  craft. He  later  moved  to  Thompson,  Manitoba  with his wife, Lucy  where  he  won  several  hairdressing contests,  o...

A Psychologist and expert in human behaviour, Dr. Cindy Wahler has extensive and broad based experience in positioning organizations for success, within both the private and public sectors. Dr. Wahler is a proven leader serving Fortune 100 businesses with executive and organizational development to drive business results and remain competitive in the marketplace. Cindy works with clients across th...