What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life

In the final installment of this three-part mini-series on What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki is joined by Carla Turner and Zanda Bonam y to explore how transparency, accountability, and organizational culture shape leadership advancement. Together, they discuss building fair leadership pipelines, reducing the influence of bias, and creating pathways that support leader...

In Part Two of this three-part mini-series on What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki continues the conversation with Carla Turner and Zanda Bonamy , exploring how bias, perception, mentorship, and visibility shape leadership advancement in subtle but significant ways. Together, they explore how perception can influence mentorship, sponsorship, and leadership visibility—and...

In Part One of this three-part mini-series on What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki is joined by Carla Turner and Zanda Bonamy to examine how colorism and perception can influence leadership development and career advancement. Through personal reflection and professional insight, they explore how bias shapes who is viewed as leadership-ready, how representation impacts lea...

In this season finale of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki reflects on the themes that shaped Season Two—highlighting leadership as a process of integration, growth, and ongoing development. This episode emphasizes that sustainable leadership is rooted in wholeness, awareness, and alignment , not just performance. Because leadership is not just about what you do— it’s...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki sits down with Sonya Weigle, CEO of Catalytic Collective , to explore how women in executive leadership are redefining success in high-stakes environments. Together, they discuss executive capacity, wellness as a leadership discipline, and the pressures women face in the boardroom—while examining how freedom, soverei...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki reflects on the journey of building in public and what entrepreneurship reveals about growth, visibility, and leadership. From evolving ideas to navigating uncertainty, this conversation explores what it means to keep building while the process is still unfolding—and how visibility can shape not only what you create,...

In this special reflection episode, of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki shares excerpts from an upcoming conversation with Carla Turner and Zanda Bonamy exploring how bias, perception, and representation shape leadership advancement. Together, they examine how perception influences who is viewed as leadership material, how societal expectations affect professional gro...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki sits down with 19-year-old entrepreneur Zuri Bonamy to explore how Gen Z is redefining innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship — not just through technology, but through mindset, creativity, and bold action. Together, they unpack how purpose, authenticity, and cross-generational collaboration are shaping the nex...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki sits down with Dr. Ciara Morton-Mitchell to explore what it takes to lead digital transformation in healthcare. They discuss how innovation that actually works is rooted in trust, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement—emphasizing practical frameworks over hype. ✨Takeaways Innovation that works is defined by...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki sits down with Dr. Ciara Morton-Mitchell to explore what it truly means to lead digital transformation in healthcare. The conversation focuses on building innovation that lasts—through proactive leadership, trust, governance frameworks, and leadership principles that translate across industries. Dr. Ciara Mitchell He...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki reflects on the nuanced relationship between purpose and timing in leadership. Drawing from lived experience, Dr. Nikki explores how discernment shapes decision-making—especially in moments when leaders must choose whether to pivot, pause, or push forward without rushing clarity. Rather than glorifying constant actio...

This week’s episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , comes to you from The Bahamas . While preparing to host the inaugural PHITBiz Wellness Mixer , Dr. Nikki reflects on why leadership today requires more than strategy and execution—it requires community, wellness, and intentional spaces for dialogue . In this solo reflection, Dr. Nikki explores how environments that encoura...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki offers a reflective, behind-the-scenes look at the book she’s been writing, From Dreams to Reality . Rather than focusing on outcomes, she explores the space between vision and execution—where leadership is shaped through process, timing, and discernment. The conversation centers on growth that happens quietly, clari...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki and Dr. Darnell Braynen-Blake discuss the pervasive issue of burnout in leadership and its impact on team wellbeing. They explore how leadership culture shapes organizational health, the importance of redefining success, and the necessity of self-care for leaders. The conversation emphasizes actionable strategies for...

In this opening episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life Season Two, Dr. Nikki reflects on her journey of growth and the significance of intentional leadership. She introduces the theme of the season, focusing on growth with purpose, and emphasizes the importance of wellness as a foundational element in leadership. The conversation highlights the complexities leaders face toda...

In this reflective episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki emphasizes the importance of creating space for leadership reflection and growth. She explores how leadership is less about rigid strategy and more about presence, awareness, and attentiveness. The conversation highlights the need for discernment in leadership, recognizing that not everything urgent is imp...

In this expert spotlight episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki engages with Alcindor Bonamy, a seasoned energy-sector leader, to explore how STEM thinking shapes modern leadership. Alcindor shares his unique journey from brewmaster to project engineer and explains how science, systems thinking, and even quantum mechanics influence how he leads people and makes d...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life, Dr. Nikki emphasizes the importance of pausing in leadership to foster awareness and reflection. She discusses how patterns emerge when we slow down, highlighting the interconnectedness of communication, trust, and wellness. The conversation explores the consequences of urgency in leadership and the need for intentionality in d...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki and guests Alcindor Bonamy and Zanda Bonamy delve into the critical role of wellness in modern leadership. They discuss how true wellness is not merely an add-on but an integral part of workplace culture, emphasizing the need for financial wellness, personal energy management, and the importance of leaders modeling h...

In this conversation on the latest episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki and her guests, Alcindor Bonamy and Zanda Bonamy, explore the evolving landscape of leadership, emphasizing the importance of purpose-driven leadership, the integration of technology, and the critical role of wellness in sustaining effective leadership. They discuss how leaders can reconnec...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki discusses the evolving expectations of leadership with Alcindor Bonamy and Zanda Bonamy. They explore how leaders must adapt to a rapidly changing environment, emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence, authenticity, and the ability to navigate uncertainty. The conversation highlights the impact of remote...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki explores a powerful truth about innovation: it doesn’t have to be flashy to be effective. Instead of grand ideas or sweeping change, real innovation often comes from small, intentional shifts that lead to meaningful, lasting impact—especially in leadership and healthcare. Through practical, real-world examples, Dr. N...

In this expert spotlight episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki interviews Zanda, a leader in both the aviation and energy sectors. They discuss the importance of purpose-driven leadership, the challenges of leading in high-stakes environments, and the need for innovation within regulatory frameworks. Zanda shares her journey from environmental compliance in avia...

In this deeply reflective bonus episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki explores one of the hardest truths about leadership: what happens when communication fails. Drawing from a mix of live recordings and powerful real-life conversations, this episode examines the moments of silence that follow uncertainty, the breakdowns within healthcare teams, and the wider co...

In this episode of What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life , Dr. Nikki explores what it truly means to lead through disruption—and why adaptability is one of the most critical leadership skills during times of change. Drawing from personal experiences during her time in Costa Rica, Dr. Nikki reflects on how unexpected disruption can become a catalyst for growth, resilience, and deeper s...