From Frustration to Connection: Leadership Lessons from My Patio
This particular morning, however, the silence was broken. I was deep in contemplation, trying to focus on my spiritual journey and fight off the looming distractions of major upcoming project deadlines.
Lights, Camera, Impact: Authentic Storytelling and Female Leadership in Film With Ryann Liebl
In this episode of The Entrepreneurial You, host Heneka Watkis-Porter sits down with multi-hyphenate filmmaker Ryann Liebl, whose journey from Wisconsin to Los Angeles showcases the power of bold storytelling and creative leadership. As Founder of REL Films and Deputy CEO of Light Touch Media Group, Ryann wears many hats—actor, director, writer, producer—and uses each […]
When Doors Close—Why Your Next Chapter Begins With Stillness
This year has truly stretched me—emotionally, professionally, and spiritually. Doors that once opened with a “yes” seemed to close with a thud, delivering disappointments that stung far more than expected. But in the stillness after the letdown, I discovered something surprisingly valuable: the power of the pause.
Why Mentorship Is the Cornerstone of Great Leadership
Harvard Business Review and other sources highlight mentorship as a key driver for advancing women and minorities into leadership roles, creating advocates and breaking down systemic barriers with sponsorship and trust.
Scaling with Purpose: Systems, Empowerment, and Real Impact With Rashesh Doshi
In this value-packed episode of The Entrepreneurial You, host Heneka Watkis-Porter sits down with Rashesh Shah, the purpose-driven founder and managing director of Talent Corner HR Services. With a team of over 250 professionals and more than 100 franchise partners across India, Rashesh shares the systems, mindset, and mission behind building a recruitment powerhouse that […]
Every “No” Is a Detour—But the Journey Still Matters
Planning a top-tier leadership conference such as Leadercast is always a handful, but this year? It feels like trying to scale a mountain in heels while juggling family life and running a global social enterprise. I’ve done this before, but the friction is real—the disappointments and “not nows” come in waves. It sometimes feels like life is playing a prank on me: just when you think you have a grip, another curveball lands. (If only there were an instruction booklet for this terrain!)
Tell Your Story for God’s Glory: Overcoming Challenges to Achieve Big Goals With Wendy Gunn
In this uplifting and collaborative episode of The Entrepreneurial You, host Heneka Watkis-Porter connects with Wendy, a purpose-driven leader and faith-based mentor, to explore the intersection of Christian mentorship, global impact, and podcasting as a ministry tool. Together, they share a vision for empowering women through spiritual growth, storytelling, and mentorship. A Shared Mission: Christian […]
Confidants, Constituents, Comrades & Commanders—A Guide for Purposeful Leadership
Worthy of pause, though, is the upset that has set social media ablaze: the People’s National Party’s Isat Buchanan winning Portland Eastern, unseating Ann-Marie Vaz. By every account from her constituents, Vaz is one of Jamaica’s most action-oriented (earning her the moniker, #ActionAnn) compassionate, and dedicated MPs. Her legacy of service is lauded, not only for what she accomplished, but how she treated the people she served.
Spiritual Intelligence: Aligning Success with Divine Purpose With Donna Tashjian
In this soul-stirring episode of The Entrepreneurial You, host Heneka Watkis-Porter sits down with Donna Tashian, life coach, minister, and founder of Vibrant Living International, for a powerful conversation on healing, purpose, and spiritual intelligence. From surviving trauma to empowering others through faith, Donna shares her personal journey of reclaiming identity, embracing forgiveness, and guiding […]
From Jamaica to the World—How Great Teams Keep Purpose Front and Center
Now, Grace to Grow spans continents—from Jamaica to Africa and beyond! Teams of advisors, facilitators, and project leaders keep everything humming along—sometimes without me even showing up. It’s proof that strong systems and great teams do scale vision across borders.
