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Achieving World Peace
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Ruth Shalom Kinyua Concetta Spitaleri
Prof. Olga Mroz Dame of Honour Powerhouse Global Icon
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CONTENTS POWERHOUSE GLOBAL STAR (PGS) FEATURE STORY INFLUENECE OF COLOURS ON OUR LIFE
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ARTICLES
INTERVIEWS ANGI PONDER REID
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PERSPECTIVES ON ACHIEVING WORLD PEACE...
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CAMILLE TROTT
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HOW TO PLAN YOUR BOOK FOR SUCCESS
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DESZIREE RICHARDSON
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A SAGA OF AN ENTREPRENEUR
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CONCETTA SPITALERI
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RUTH SHALOM KINYUA
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P U B L I SH ER'S NOT E Lady Anita Duckworth-Bradshaw Powerhouse Global Brand Propagator
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INFLUENECE OF COLOURS ON OUR LIFE PROF. OLGA MROZ
T
he current COVID-19 pandemic is a
have negative affect to society and the whole
global problem. It has suspended our
world.
daily life and launched its mechanisms
into the economy of the whole world. Changes
We can say that, a long polar winter has arrived
have occurred in relations of the market system
across the planet in terms of visual stimuli. Due
of labour, health care and education. The
to that forced emotional hunger our autonomic
pandemic has seriously influenced the inner
nervous system suffers and the immune level
state of a person.
decreases. Ultimately, by enhancing the immune response, we can save the universe. I discussed
The introduction of restrictions on movement,
this question that worries me, with one of the
isolation, lack of communication, closure of
leading German psychotherapists Dr. Galina
cultural institutions, theatres, concert halls
Heinzelmann, who lives in Berlin.
and museums cause lack of positive emotional stimulus. These are significant factors, which
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The introduction of restrictions on movement, isolation, lack of communication, closure of cultural institutions, theatres, concert halls and museums cause lack of positive emotional stimulus. These are significant factors, which have negative affect to society and the whole world.
Therapy, counselling, human
That was interesting for
tones are divided into warm,
resources and intercultural
me, to discuss with Galina
cold and neutral. Some are
psychotherapy management
Heinzelmann about the
soothing, while others can be
– that is not the whole list of
possibilities to achieve
annoying. Traditional medicine
the areas for working with
stabilization of the
uses colours by ultraviolet light
people. Currently she has
psychological state of people,
and infrared rays. Each colour
extensive hands-on experience
by means of colour influence in
has its own function. Even
with people who suffer
the current’s situation, in which
in ancient times, there was a
from depression during the
the entire planet finds itself
belief that colour can affect a
lockdown. All of the patients
today.
person’s mental calmness and
come to her with complaints for
health.
problems, numerous stresses in
The effect of colour on the
their families, work, irritability
human organism is great. It is
Colour therapy is a technique
and fears about the future.
not coincidence that colour
for reaction of human zones
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Colour therapy is a technique for reaction of human zones to certain specific colours. If the balance in the human body system is disturbed, then the body tries to help itself. Modern science believes that the therapeutic effect of colour occurs through the organs of vision.
Prof. Olga Mroz and Professor Dr. Milan Krajnc to certain specific colours.
Colour therapy is actively
MILAN KRAJNC, designated
If the balance in the human
developing in psychology,
psychotherapist. Professor
body system is disturbed, then
that is successfully applied to
Milan Krajnc has been officially
the body tries to help itself.
relieve stress, tension, increase
nominated for the Nobel Prize
Modern science believes that
efficiency and fatigue. Modern
of Economic Sciences 2021
the therapeutic effect of colour
researchers have proven that
by the European Centre for
occurs through the organs of
colour therapy is an effective
Peace and Development. The
vision. The so-called colour
method. That is why Sports
basis of the nomination is the
therapy has a positive effect
Halls are decorated in bright
development of a new business
on the psycho-emotional
colours. A special selection
management model that works
state. Therefore, the popular
of colours is required in
on the principle of natural
colouring is widely used today
apartments, restaurants and
laws, improving efficiency
in psychotherapy. Colours
offices. There are various
and allowing people to work
contribute to the development
therapies: colour lighting,
without stress, manipulation,
of a cascade of positive
colour acupuncture, colour
or exploitation. He has written
emotions, the restoration of
bath, colour meditation, etc.
more than 300 books about
inner balance.
It is a great pleasure for me to
leadership, relationships and
introduce to you, my colleague
more than 200 professional and
and friend Professor Dr.
scientific articles. One of his
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Colour therapy is actively developing in psychology, that is successfully applied to relieve stress, tension, increase efficiency and fatigue. Modern researchers have proven that colour therapy is an effective method. That is why Sports Halls are decorated in bright colours. Prof. Olga Mroz and Carlo Rampazzi latest work, entitled “Dynamic
and Development Research,
Human beings are basically
Leadership Model”, has been
Podgorica, Montenegro;
visual creatures, so we can
already translated into several
• Fellow of the Royal Society
languages. He is also: • Associate Professor of
already say in general
for the Encouragement of
that colors have a great
Arts, Manufactures and
influence on our decisions, our
Commerce (FRSA);
well-being, our lifestyle
• Member Of The Board Of
... our lifestyle. But we have to
Public Management at
Advisors l World Leaders
realize that colour really exists
European Center for
for Mental Health;
in our head, everything we
Peace and Development,
see is just a reflection or the
University of Peace est. by
Here’s how Professor KRAJNC
reflection of light at a certain
UNITED NATIONS;
explained about colour, the
angle that appears in our head
• Professor of the Open
mechanisms of its effect on
as a colour image. And based
World Program at Al-Khalifa
humans and the influence of
on what we see, our feelings
Business School;
colors on human psychology.
develop. Of course, the eyes
During our discussion on the
are only one of the sensors,
and regional development
influence of color on human
but they have a very strong
l Mediterranean Institute
psychology, the professor
influence on our feelings.
for Post-graduate studies
shared his expert opinion:
And when we ask ourselves:
• Special advisor for local
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what is true? The only answer
7. The violet colour causes
can be what we feel at a
the release of melatonin,
particular moment. So, we
which means a better
could say that we can create
self- knowledge, a kind of
different feelings with the help
revelation.
of colours, even “artificially”! This means that each colour
From the above said, I can
stimulates the release of a
conclude that we can definitely
different hormone, which then
influence our own feelings
triggers certain sensations. If
with colours. Therefore, how
we look at the seven primary
we dress for an event or learn
colours:
to meditate by visualizing a
1. The red colour causes the
certain colour is important
release of adrenaline, which
and we will evoke the desired
means fear or courage, and
sense of well-being within us.
a strong sense of self.
Therefore, the use of colours
2. The orange colour
Colour therapy is successfully used to relieve stress, tension, increase efficiency and fatigue. Adults usually intuitively choose a particular colour in the interior and clothing. And so coloured clothes are a method of improving mood, appearance and physical condition.
in psychotherapy is particularly
causes the release of sex
important and very effective”.
them. The influence of colour
hormones, which means
I am incredibly grateful to
on the emotional state of a
self- awareness and desire.
Professor Dr. Milan Krajnc
person is enormous, the energy
for a professional and
of colour is necessary for our
insulin, which signifies self-
educational analysis of color,
life. Otherwise, colour hunger
esteem and clear thinking.
its meaning and impact on the
sets in. These sensations are
psychological level of a person.
familiar to those who live in a
3. Yellow causes the release of
4. The green colour causes
long and harsh winter.
the release of thymus hormone, which means the
Colour therapy is successfully
promotion of compassion
used to relieve stress, tension,
Several years ago, I was very
and love.
increase efficiency and fatigue.
lucky to meet a world-class
Adults usually intuitively choose
Swiss architect and designer,
the release of thyroxine,
a particular colour in the
Carlo Rampazzi. He is an
which means an increase in
interior and clothing. And so
interior architect, top designer
expressiveness.
coloured clothes are a method
and is famous for his shrill and
of improving mood, appearance
colourful style. His works are
the release of a stimulating
and physical condition. In
immediately recognizable. Carlo
hormone, which means an
that case, therapy takes place
Rampazzi is called Salvador
increase intuition and self-
both for the wearers of bright
Dali in the architectural scene.
responsibility.
clothes and for those around
He was born in Ascona,
5. The blue colour causes
6. The indigo colour causes
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Switzerland, receiving his
projects and deep friendship.
qualifications in Lugano and
R.O. Schabbach has won
Paris. All over the world he designs museums, yachts, interiors, etc. His interiors for hotels such as the Carlton Hotel St. Moriz, Eden Roc and Carcani in Ascona and others are recognized all over the world. Carlo Rampazzi has won many international awards. What is his success? He gives rooms and buildings an unusual flavour of soul. The colours that he uses in his works evoke positive emotions of people. Bright colors play the first violin in the creation of his interiors. He is an avantgarde and visionary. It plays freely with colour, creating unusual and harmonious colour combinations. At the same time, it allows you to reveal each colour separately. He does not let the furniture get lost against the background of the walls but achieves complete harmony. Carlo Rampazzi considers in his projects a great colour influence through the human eyes. He gives everyone a positive impulse that is so 10 APR-JUN 2021
Bright colors play the first violin in the creation of his interiors. He is an avant-garde and visionary. It plays freely with colour, creating unusual and harmonious colour combinations. At the same time, it allows you to reveal each colour separately. complete harmony. necessary for the life of each of us. While in his atelier, I myself experienced the positive influence of interior colours. I felt a comfortable balance of colour, which helps to relieve stress and creates an atmosphere of work, as well as an atmosphere of calm and comfort. My conversation with Carlo was a constant stream of ideas and inspiration. Considering the topic of the positive influence of colour on a person, I would like to tell you about the extraordinary international artist R.O. Schabbach. Acquaintance with him and his work grew into joint
numerous important artistic prizes and world records. His works are in Vatican Collection, The Royal House of Habsburg, The Royal House of Bahrain and Missoni Paris. “The focus of my artistic oeuvre (works of art) is and always has revolved around the human being” - R.O. Schabbach. “Light and Love for World Peace“– is a joint project between the Artist and his wife, American rock singer Sherri Tylor. In 2011, the artist developed the concept of light art installations, created his own design of special projectors, which he is constantly improving with new technologies. For these colourful light art installations, the artist has developed a special picture configuration. He uses vibrant colours and combinations, which are also a kind of light and colour therapy. Colours evoke a cascade of positive emotions in people and restore inner balance. Therefore, P.O. Shabbach helps people find peace within themselves and in their
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environment. Nowadays,
active and productive actions,
Art therapy for creative design
thanks to the improvement
and helps to overcome negative
in the workplace is a relatively
of technology, the artist can
stressful situations in the
new method that we have
install light art on an area of
workplace.
developed based on individual
up to 10,000 square meters.
art therapy.
Light Art Composition has
Drawing has a greatly beneficial
been successfully applied
effect on the nervous system.
This project will provide an
in psychiatry. This is how
And the use of different colours
opportunity to participate in
the artist used his Light Art
even improves its performance.
the group painting “Emotional
Compositions on the facade
As a director of Open World
anti-stress colour Art drawing”
of the new psychiatry building
Program in Al-Khalifa Business
primarily for the employees
in Bernkastel-Kues, Germany.
School, I work jointly with my
of the companies. While
The artist himself describes his
colleague Professor Dr. Milan
drawing, all participants will
project as follows:
Krajnc under the supervision of
receive positive emotions,
”Throughout my ongoing
AKBS Chairman and Founder
emancipation and trust for each
personal experiences with
H.E. Professor Sir Manuel
other. At this moment, there
spectators of my Light Art
Freire-Garabal y Nunez. We are
is a complete disconnection
Composition Installations,
working on a new project that
from the negative influence
it is my hypothesis that that
aims to improve the teamwork
of the environment. Based
there seems to be a release of
and the working atmosphere
on this action, in a short
endogenous chemicals such
in the companies. Under this
time, the employees become
as neurotransmitters. It seems
project we will use the basics of
productive and efficient that
to stimulate the production
the colour scheme, its meaning
causes appearance of positive
of happy hormones such as
and influence on the nervous
emotions.
serotonin or opioid peptides,
system. I am honoured to have
such as endorphins. This
a partner like Professor Dr.
The unification of individual
interaction of stimulants seems
Milan Krajnc.
participants, their creativity,
to play an important role in
communication, will create a
the process of perceiving and
A new method that we offer
healthy environment, that will
capturing the emotional part
for companies is Art therapy in
increase and enhance efficiency
and intention of my art work”.
the workplace. It will provide an
of the company. We are looking
Nowadays, the use of Art
opportunity to solve important
forward to the implementation
therapy has become more and
topics creatively - to bring
of our new project - “Art
more relevant. In the process
employees closer, improve the
and positive emotions - key
of drawing, all the positive
interpersonal communication,
success.”
potential is activated, which is
solve internal conflicts, awaken
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POWERHOUSE GLOBAL STARS INTERVIEW WITH
ANGI PONDER REID (APR) PGS: Angi, so good to have you on today’s interview with Lady Anita. APR: Thank you for inviting me to your amazing community. PGS: Please briefly introduce yourself to our readers. APR: I am Angi Ponder Reid. I am a passionate Essential Oils Specialist and a Certified Reflexologist, the creator of FLŌ Feet Love Oils, creator of The FLŌ Technique, a published columnist, an International Best Selling and Award Winning
Relaxed lifestyle.
head and do something nice for someone else. It may be
Author (Navigating the Clickety Clack, How to live a Peace filled
PGS: As a leader, what
a simple “hello” or opening a
Life in a Seeming Toxic World).
motivates you to keep serving
door. It feeds my soul to serve.
I am married to my husband
irrespective of the challenges
Bill for almost 29 years. I am
you may have to face?
PGS: Please tell us more about having a ‘done’ list as opposed
the mom to my 2 beautiful fur babies, Mork and Mindy. I am
APR: As a leader, I am
the proud Aunt to 18 nieces
motivated to serve because it
and nephews. I am blessed to
blesses me as much as it does
APR: The “to do list” stirs up
be loved dearly by my friends
the receiver of my services.
feelings of urgency for me. The
and family, as I love them. I live
Giving and Receiving are the
list governs my time. I know
in Lawrenceville, Ga. USA. I
same energy. Whenever I feel
these things MUST BE DONE
absolutely LOVE my Easy and
down or blue, I get out of my
and they will continue to hang
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As a leader, I am motivated to serve because it blesses me as much as it does the receiver of my services. Giving and Receiving are the same energy. Whenever I feel down or blue, I get out of my head and do something nice for someone else. themselves and others? APR: If someone is “trying” to create a good life for themself and others, I encourage them to take the word “TRY” out of their vocabulary. When you over my head until they are
journaling and/or meditation.
completed. Appointments don’t
I believe some people make
go on my to do list, they are on
a “to do list” just to show
my calendar.
others what they have done or to document their time for
Imagine seeing a magician
themselves.
successfully completing a magic trick and the music goes
I don’t like to have a “To Do
TA DA!!! That’s what I say
List”!!
when things are completed...
I love having a “To Done” List!
Ta Done!!! Having the Ta Done list allows me the luxury of
PGS: What would you say
being spontaneous, to act upon
to someone who is trying
the nudges I receive during
to create a good life for
want to pick a flower, you either pick it or you don’t. Imagine “trying” to pick the flower. What does that even look like? Make the decision to create a good life, ask people you admire for suggestions, pray, journal, expect things to be good, remind yourself that you are worthy of a good life. If you think you can or you think you can’t, you are absolutely right.
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PGS: Please tell us a little bit
APR: If I knew what I know
PRIDE or ARROGANCE. They
about ‘The Flo Technique’.
now, I would have invested in
put their pants on one leg at a
more property and real estate
time, just like the rest of us.
APR: The FLŌ Technique is
for residual income, starting at
a workshop I created a few
a young age.
PGS: Who would be your ideal lunch date, and what would be
years ago. I combine the
the topic for discussion?
amazing benefits of Reflexology
I would believe and trust in
with the powerful effects of
divine intervention and never,
Essential Oils to provide others
ever think something is a
APR: My ideal lunch would
with the tools necessary to
coincidence.
be at the beach with my best
support their own well-being.
“Coincidence”= “Collaborating
girlfriends! We would have
I teach my students which oils
on an incident”
good music, great fresh food,
to use on certain points of the
fun drinks, our oils (of course)
feet to address certain health
PGS: What is your message for
concerns. I also use these
world leaders?
methods on my pets.
and tons of laughter. It’s tough to say what the topic
APR: My message to world
would be, because we can
PGS: If you knew what you
leaders is to LISTEN, PRAY
cover a plethora of topics when
know now, what would you do
(whatever their beliefs?), LOVE
we get together. After our time
differently?
and SERVE from a place of
together, I’m sure the world
GRATITUDE not a place of
feels a little lighter. We have
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I would believe and trust in divine intervention and never, ever think something is a coincidence. “Coincidence”= “Collaborating on an incident” been known to solve a few of the worlds problems between us! I would also like to have lunch with my dad and grandmother. I would ask them how it felt to transition and how they feel today. Would they come back if given the choice? PGS: What would you say to your younger self? APR: To my younger self, I would say...I love you precious!!! You are such a light! Never dim it for anyone. Comparison is the thief of JOY!!! Never compare yourself to others, for you don’t know their true situation. Hard work does not equal SUCCESS!
Have fun!!! You are worthy of
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PGS: Thank you for your time once again. APR: Thank you for sparking these thoughts!
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Perspectives on
Achieving World Peace through Harnessing our Innate Humane Attributes — BY DR. SHAULI MUKHERJEE Of the many problems that we face today are actually of our own making – created by misunderstandings and can therefore be also corrected. One such type arises from the conflict of ideologies – political or religiouswhen people fight with each other for petty ends, losing sight of the basic humanity that binds us all together as a single human family. We must remember that the different religions, ideologies and political systems of the world are meant for human beings to achieve happiness. Every one of us wants happiness and does not want suffering. If we, as intelligent human beings, do not accept this fact, there will be more and more suffering on this planet. If we adopt a selfcentred approach to life and constantly try to use others for our own self-interest, we may gain temporary benefits, for sure, but in the long run we will not succeed in achieving even personal happiness – and achieving world peace will be completely out of question. The world is indeed becoming smaller and smaller and increasingly more interdependent day by day as a result of rapid technological advancements, international trade as well as increasing transactional relations. Today we are so interdependent and closely interconnected
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with each other that without a sense of universal brotherhood and sisterhood and an understanding and belief that we really are part of one big human family, we cannot hope to overcome the dangers to our very existence – let alone bring about peace and happiness. Although the increasing interdependence among nations might be expected to generate more sympathetic cooperation, it is difficult to achieve a spirit of genuine cooperation as long as people remain indifferent to the feelings and happiness of others.
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I would therefore strongly advocate the power of compassion as one of the strongest pillars of World Peace. According to Buddhist psychology, most of our troubles are due to our passionate desire for and strong attachment to things that we misapprehend as enduring entities. I would therefore strongly
as an obvious effect. Such
to avoid suffering and gain
advocate the power of
processes have been going on
happiness. Whether one
compassion as one of the
in the human mind since times
believes in religion or not,
strongest pillars of World
immemorial, but their execution
there is no one who does
Peace. According to Buddhist
has become more effective
not appreciate love and
psychology, most of our
under modern conditions. So,
compassion. Right from the
troubles are due to our
what can be done to control
moment of our birth, we are
passionate desire for and
and regulate these poisons
under the care and kindness of
strong attachment to things
in the form of our delusions,
our parents; later in life when
that we misapprehend as
greed and aggression – since
facing the agony and sufferings
enduring entities. The pursuit
these are the poisons which are
of disease and old age, we
of the objects of our desire and
behind almost every trouble in
are again dependent on the
attachment involves the use of
the world today?
kindness of others. So, if at
aggression and competitiveness
the beginning and end of our
as supposedly efficacious
Love and compassion are the
lives, we depend upon others’
instruments. These mental
moral fabric of world peace.
kindness, why then during the
processes easily translate into
The rationale for compassion
interim period should we not
actions breeding belligerence
is that every one of us wants
act kindly towards others?
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The development of a kind
be a conscious self- seeking
heart does not involve the
effort; it rather becomes an
religiosity we usually associate
automatic and far superior by-
with conventional religious
product of the whole process
practices. It is not only for
of loving and serving others.
people who believe in religion,
Magically, it also provides a
but is for everyone regardless
calmness and presence of mind.
of race, religion or political
Our lives are in constant flux
affiliation. It is for anyone
bringing many difficulties and
who considers himself or
challenges in our ways. When
herself, above all, a member
faced with a calm and clear
of the human family and who
mind, even intricate problems
sees things from this larger
can be successfully resolved.
perspective. This is a powerful
When instead we tend to lose
feeling that we should develop
control over our minds through
and apply; instead we often
hatred, selfishness, jealousy
neglect it, particularly in the
and anger, we lose our sense
prime of our lives when we
of judgement. Our minds are
experience and revel in a false
then completely blinded and at
and fabricated sense of security
those wild moments anything
and invincibility.
can happen – even war. Thus, the practice of compassion
When we take into account
and wisdom is beneficial for all,
this larger perspective – the
especially to those responsible
fact that we all wish to gain
for running national affairs,
happiness and avoid suffering –
in whose hands lie the power
a true sense of love and respect
and opportunity to create the
for others – become possible.
structure of World Peace.
Individual happiness ceases to
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When we take into account this larger perspective – the fact that we all wish to gain happiness and avoid suffering – a true sense of love and respect for others – become possible. Individual happiness ceases to be a conscious self- seeking effort; it rather becomes an automatic and far superior by-product of the whole process of loving and serving others.
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About DR. SHAULI MUKHERJEE With a purposeful career in the education space spanning over more than 20 years, Dr. Shauli Mukherjee has dedicated her life towards promotion of child-centric and activityoriented education. A passionate educationist and a thought leader with a background of setting up and leading new age K- 12 schools, Dr. Mukherjee had been the Founder Principal of Adamas World School and STEM World School, the first STEM school in West Bengal. Under her inspiring leadership, STEM World School had been ranked and awarded as the 2nd best International Day School in West Bengal by Education World. Dr. Mukherjee ardently believes that the purpose of meaningful education is to develop lifelong learners, creative thinkers and responsible global citizens who are confidently equipped to face the challenges of an uncertain and constantly unfolding future. All through her career in education, Dr. Mukherjee had actively contributed to and spearheaded the process of creating a personalized,
engaging and stress-free curriculum for children of all age groups. She has been the recipient of numerous awards and accolades including NATIONAL QUALITY EXCELLENCE AWARD, GEM OF INDIA AWARD, PEERLESS ABP PRATIBHA SWIKRITI AWARD, SARVEPALLI RADHAKRISHNAN AWARD, GURUPNISHAD SAMMAN, GURUVARYA SAMMAN, NATIONAL EDUCATION LEADERSHIP AWARD in the category of commitment to excellence in education, (to name a few), WORLD PEACE AWARD 2021. She is associated with premiere educational organizations across India and abroad in senior advisory capacity. As a highly prolific motivational speaker, she is regularly invited in numerous national and international conferences, summits, conclaves and events to share her insights on the futuristic and transformative role of education. She is currently working as the Director of School of Education and Dean of Students’ Affairs at Adamas University, Kolkata.
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POWERHOUSE GLOBAL STARS INTERVIEW WITH
CAMILLE TROTT (CT) PGS: Camille, such an honour to have you on today’s interview with Lady Anita. CT: It’s an honour to speak with you, Lady Anita. Thank you for the opportunity to share this time with the Powerhouse Global community of leaders. PGS: Please briefly introduce yourself to our readers. Leaders delegate to Bermuda.
and consultative guidance
CT: My name is Camille,
I also enjoy mentoring and
to growing companies and
and I’m a wife, mother, and
collaborating with women in
entrepreneurs through Austin
corporate executive turned
various business sectors.
Communications.
entrepreneur. I currently reside
Prior to launching my
in two countries, dividing time
consulting firm, I spent nearly
PGS: Thank you for serving
between Atlanta, Georgia
20 years of my professional
at the recently concluded
(USA) and a British Overseas
life contributing and working
Powerhouse Global Summit.
Territory, Bermuda Islands,
with American businessman
located in the North Atlantic.
and philanthropist widely
CT: 2021 was my first year as
I’m the president and CEO
known for leading a diverse
an attendee and participant in
of Austin Communications, a
portfolio including the world’s
the Summit. What a remarkable
leadership development and
largest home improvement
program that brought together
management consulting firm.
retailer, professional sports
great business minds, content,
In addition, I’m a certified
teams and various businesses
and opportunities. I was
speaker, coach, and trainer
and a non-profit. This two-
honored to be one of the
with the John Maxwell Team. I
decade journey further
speakers and join the panel of
was recently appointed as the
inspired my commitment to
Women Shaping the Future
Global Chamber of Business
provide mentorship, coaching,
of Business. Lady Anita
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curated such an impactful and
advocate on your behalf in the
meaningful summit for women
meeting rooms.
(and men) involved. I look forward to recommending the
PGS: During the summit,
summit to others next year.
you touched some important points on being a leader and
PGS: As a leader, what can
leading well. One of the things
be done to provide valuable
you said were: Set aside your
tools for those who are on the
title, and measure your growth.
transition to the position of
Please throw some light on the
leadership?
above saying.
CT: I have found a significant
CT: I believe one of the biggest
advantage in having people
misconceptions of leadership
that I have high regard for in
is the connection to a title.
my life. It’s essential to build
My mentor, John C. Maxwell,
intentional relationships with
defines leadership as ‘Influence’
those that will encourage and
– nothing more, nothing less. A
challenge you. Identifying and
fancy title does not make you a
establishing a relationship
leader. I’ve worked with many
with a Coach, Mentor, and
support staff that exemplifies
Sponsor are three actionable
leadership at some of the
steps to support growth and
highest levels throughout the
transition. While they each
years. Understanding that
serve a different purpose, they
leadership is more than rank
are all important components
and position will provide the
to your journey. As you move
leader with a more significant
to the next level in your career
opportunity to influence and
or decision-making as a leader,
impact their connections
it’s valuable to have others
positively. As leaders, we
help as you move forward. I
should strive to grow daily and
often share with my clients that
remember that it’s a journey
while coaching relationships
and not a destination to a title.
will help you focus on clarity,
At the Summit, I asked two
strategy, and implementation,
growth-oriented questions with
it’s beneficial to have mentors
the audience to ask themselves
and even sponsors that will
daily: 1) What am I doing to
2021 was my first year as an attendee and participant in the Summit. What a remarkable program that brought together great business minds, content, and opportunities. I was honored to be one of the speakers and join the panel of Women Shaping the Future of Business. grow myself? And 2) What am I doing to help grow others? PGS: What are some of the challenges of leading in the current global climate (covid-19), and what are some of the steps to dealing with such challenges? CT: Many businesses have experienced challenges leading in the era of COVID–19, but it has also provided opportunities for growth and advancement for those open to embracing change. In light of the uncertainty, the current
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global climate has afforded entrepreneurs the opportunity to seek clarity to launch relevant businesses; and to help established business leaders to optimize by evaluating current business practices. For example, COVID has prompted me to coach many business leaders to pivot and innovate in a more productive vein—from outdated practices to bring their teams together, communicate more effectively, and even self-reflect as leaders. PGS: What is your message for those who are struggling with low self-esteem? CT: I would encourage leaders
PGS: Please tell us more about
Communications began a
your business.
strategic partnership with international business guru
struggling with low self-esteem to build positive relationships
CT: Austin Communications,
Larisa Miller of Phoenix Global
and seek support within their
a leadership development
to collectively offer business
network. Additionally, it is
and business consulting firm
development management,
helpful to staff your business
in early 2016. As a certified
coaching/training and
according to weakness and
coach, speaker and trainer,
leadership consulting. I also
lean into your strengths. Many
one of my greatest passions
serve as the Bermuda delegate
leaders are beginning to see the
is working with thriving
for the Global Chamber of
value in emotional intelligence—
entrepreneurs, businesses,
Business Leaders based in the
self-awareness, social
and professional athletes to
UAE.
awareness, self-management,
provide opportunities for their
and relationship management—
growth and development
PGS: What were top three
to manage both ourselves and
for themselves and their
books that changed your life?
others for a healthy working
businesses. CT: It’s difficult to narrow my
environment. Earlier this year, Austin 22 APR-JUN 2021
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start with Napoleon Hill’s book, “Think & Grow Rich.” This book talks about attaining a high level of success-consciousness. My family instilled in me that success is about more than achieving wealth. It was when a billionaire told me that I was rich, it confirmed the true meaning of success really had very little to do with money and more about values. Another book that has
my younger self. As a child,
to you and your entire team. I
impacted my life, Exponential
I was a big dreamer. I’d say
look forward to collaborating
Living: Stop Spending 100%
you don’t ever stop dreaming
more in the future as we
of Your Time on 10% of Who
and believing in yourself. The
seek to empower and present
You Are by Sheri Riley. It’s a
journey ahead will not be
opportunities. Thank you for all
book that I highly recommend
an easy one, but your faith,
that you do supporting women
for anyone that wants to
family, and experiences will be
and being a voice of leadership
embrace the power of peace,
instrumental stepping stones.
across the nations.
clarity, and courage. This
You will make mistakes, and
book was highly instrumental
it’s okay; pick yourself up and
PGS: Please share your links
during my transition leaving
keep going. Lastly, don’t allow
with us
from a high-profile corporate
anyone to define what success
role to re-inventing me as an
means to you. You pursue a life
CT: Websites: www.
entrepreneur. I would also
of love, giving, and positively
austincomms.com and www.
include John C. Maxwell’s
impacting those you encounter.
phoenixglobal.co.
book, “21 Irrefutable Laws of
Most of all, be grateful and
Follow me on LinkedIn @
Leadership.” Regardless of your
don’t take relationships for
Camille Trott
profession, this is a must read
granted.
Social Media @cltrott and @
for any level of leadership.
austincomms. PGS: Camille, thank you once
PGS: Finally, what would you
again for your contribution
say to your younger self?
today.
CT: There are many things
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POWERHOUSE GLOBAL STARS INTERVIEW WITH
DESZIREE RICHARDSON (DR) PGS: Desziree, we are so honoured to interview you today. DR: I am grateful for the opportunity. Thank you very much. PGS: Please introduce yourself to our readers. DR: My name is Desziree Richardson; I was born and raised in Anguilla, British West Indies. I specialized in public speaking as a thought leader, transformational and motivational speaker, voice acting, event hosting, fashion, modelling, and much more. I use my voice as a vehicle to convey the message of positivity and empowerment. I
I’ve always had a passion for
struggle to guarantee a life for
seeing the continuation of
her children. These youthful
women’s empowerment, a
experiences have shaped
passion for seeing them at their
me into the person that I am
best, their boldest, and their
today. They have grounded
founder.
brightest. However, being the
me and opened my eyes to
fourth child in a large family, I
the various realities of life
For an exceptionally long time,
was used to seeing my mother
and life as a woman. As such,
do this to help change lives and to influence others positively. I am also the Women of Heart Foundation, Face of Woha, and Women of Heart Awards
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I feel an undeterred passion
Covid 19 pandemic beyond
for supporting, empowering,
your control, it is always a scary
and celebrating women and
process. I believe nothing is
young girls globally. I am an
permanent, and it is crucial to
empathetic, kind and caring
instill patience and inner peace
person. I feel a genuine desire
in every human being’s mindset,
and devotion to the wellbeing
which will help them overcome
and welfare of my fellow
fear. However, considering
human beings. I enjoy being a
that many in society are afraid
service to others and believe it
of change. I would like to see
is my sole purpose of sharing
more awareness on mental
my story and wisdom to help
health and domestic violence
empower positive changes
and the support available to
in the lives of many people
those who need it urgently.
around the world.
Therefore, this will include having more awareness on
PGS: The pandemic (covid-19)
what support is available and
has challenged everyone to
how people can access it
think and act differently from
privately.
our usual normal lifestyle, and the cases of mental health and
Moreover, I will place more
domestic violence are on the
schools’ measures to teach
increase. As a leader, what are
adolescents children about
some of the measures needed
emotional intelligence, which
to protect the vulnerable in our
help them cope with the
society?
imminent change in the future. As a society, I believe we all
DR: Life is not a linear journey;
are involved in some shape
as humans, we will be faced
and form. We can collectively
with uncertainty as we journey
understand the complexity
throughout life. As a leader,
of human nature to embrace
you must be brave and true to
who we are and how we can
yourself and people who look
all support each other to get
up to you even when it ponders
through the pandemic. I believe
heavily on your shoulders in
in creating more awareness of
moments of doubt. When faced
the support available for the
with difficult situations like the
vulnerable.
Life is not a linear journey; as humans, we will be faced with uncertainty as we journey throughout life. As a leader, you must be brave and true to yourself and people who look up to you even when it ponders heavily on your shoulders in moments of doubt. When faced with difficult situations like the Covid 19 pandemic beyond your control, it is always a scary process. PGS: Please tell us about your organization (Women of Heart Awards). DR: Women of Heart Awards is a celebration of women making a difference in the world. A range of women entertainers will grace our awards. A celebratory bonanza of entertainment and inspiration as part of our yearly black-tie democratized space, diverse everyday women are celebrated for their exceptional
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To accept life’s imperfections and to believe that they can become great because there is greatness in everyone. However, such belief will help them establish themselves in many ways by thinking that great things can happen. I never knew about self-love growing up as a little girl.
are the pillars of our hospitals,
allow you to become more
schools, and care infrastructure.
responsible for your actions
They are also the managers in
and your beliefs. My message
our offices, the dreamers in our
is to have fun, smile every day,
creative world, and the beating
enjoy the beauty of the world,
hearts of our humanitarian
and you will find inner peace
sectors. In all these spheres,
and confidence to overcome
women’s light is central and
low self-esteem.
undiminished, and WOHA aims to highlight and celebrate those
PGS: If you knew what you
women who go the extra mile
know now, what would you do
every day of their lives. “I have
differently?
always dreamt of this night. DR: I would say not knowing PGS: What is your message
that you don’t need others
for women who are struggling
to make you happy. You can
with low self-esteem?
create your happiness from within, and I would also
DR: To accept life’s
say learning how to control
imperfections and to believe
my emotional intelligence.
that they can become great
However, happily doesn’t mean
because there is greatness
that life is perfect but is the
in everyone. However, such
joy knowing that happiness is
belief will help them establish
a decision and you can be as
themselves in many ways by
happy as you set your mind
thinking that great things can
and soul to be. Having known
happen. I never knew about
these things would have helped
self-love growing up as a little
me make better decisions at
girl. For most of my life, I had
an earlier stage in my life. The
only known how to love and
choices I make now can only
care for others. Moreover,
make me stronger and wiser
loving yourself will only
for a positive outcome in my
make you stronger and more
life choices. Let’s choose to be
achievements.
appreciative of others, and
happy.
Throughout the world, women
selflessness and warm-hearted
PGS: As a leader, what are
nature. Therefore, it will
some of the keys to staying
work. Women of Heart Awards is also a great forum to forge connections between likeminded women. Our network of leaders teaches and support women on how to empower themselves from within and find their voice, and become leaders and decision-makers through the stories we share and the work we do, geared towards promoting the values of excellence, generosity, and pride in the actions of women. as well as celebrating their
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you will most likely develop
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relevant in the marketplace?
my experience at Life -class in New York. It was phenomenal,
DR: I believe patience and
emotional, spiritual, personal,
determination are two powerful
and unforgettable. I am
forces that can propel you
besieging with the vision of a
forward and excel you further
more fulfilling life. Moreover,
in your leadership endeavours.
as a young girl, I had visions
Many leadership styles are
of working in the media with
associated with leadership.
headphones on but did know
What makes you stay relevant
the visions I saw would have
is having the ability to being
manifested. I also had visions of
true to your values and your
being in the audience of Oprah.
brand while being generous, gracious, and respected. As a
As a dreamy girl being
leader, I believe in improving,
comforted by my future
uplifting, and supporting others
world as a media personality,
is vitally important.
I can proudly say that I am
As a dreamy girl being comforted by my future world as a media personality, I can proudly say that I am happy and grateful to have accomplished the dream I had envisioned as a child; although not knowing the source of these ideas, I had already known them to be fulfilling at a tender age.
happy and grateful to have PGS: Who would be your ideal
accomplished the dream I had
dinner date, and what would
envisioned as a child; although
be the topic of discussion?
not knowing the source of these ideas, I had already
DR: The streams of memory
known them to be fulfilling at a
causing through my head
tender age. Fear has continued
provide me a splendid vista
to play a constant role in my
from which to view the various
life, which I believe is an overall
instances in which the law of
negative block to my success,
attraction had crystalized and
and to witness such a dynamic
moved my life. Being present
presentation on the topic
in the audience and connected
where is a fear concern had
to such an empowering
given me hope to succeed and
atmosphere with mindsets of
overcome any barrier.
world-leading experts, such as Oprah and Tony, meant a great
This experience opened my
deal to me.
eyes to the reality of how to develop a powerful mindset to
So many words can describe
my dreams and ambitions. From a tender age, I was a big fan of the Oprah and the Oprah Winfred show. Even though we didn’t meet, I am still holding on to the vision of meeting, talking, and hugging. My ideal dinner date would be Oprah, and we will talk about the how the purpose of the law of attraction and how God had made it possible for us to have conversations on how do we know when it is divine timing and the importance of gratitude.
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One of our main objectives at Women of Heart Foundation is to help people advance in life, and we have a particular focus on those individuals who are excluding from the best opportunities through youth, old age, illness, disability, or through challenging socio-economic circumstances. I feel increasingly ready to make my giant footstep to my true destiny and watch it manifest itself in great abundance and gratitude. There are so many things to be grateful for in life, where gratitude is a concern. However, it is important to have gratitude in your everyday life, say thank you, appreciate, be grateful, and respect people. The word gratitude is the Master of Communication, which signifies the power of words when communicated, which gives others more value than what they ask for. I am also grateful to Oprah for the
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positive influence she applied
women and children here in the
in my life as my role model, her
UK and under-privileged and
true talents, the lessons taught,
remote countries around the
and the love and wisdom she
world.
shares with the world every day, and I would like one day
One of our main objectives at
to give her a big hug. I love
Women of Heart Foundation
her energy, authenticity, and
is to help people advance in
generosity.
life, and we have a particular focus on those individuals who
PGS: Please tell us about your
are excluding from the best
businesses.
opportunities through youth, old age, illness, disability, or
DR: The face of Woha, a
through challenging socio-
platform designed to connect,
economic circumstances.
support, and promote women to become leaders
We provide community
and instrumental in making
support, bespoke events,
the world a better place and
and programs of physical,
connecting diverse women for
educational, recreational, and
a better cause. The Women of
leisure time activities to bring
Heart Foundation’s launching
about improvements in people’s
is achievable because of my
lives and to develop their skills,
heart’s desire to help many
capacities, and capabilities.
people in need. We are a
We aim to enable everyone to
not-for-profit, charitable
participate in society as mature
organization based in the
and responsible individuals.
UK and worldwide, which establishes to support women
Moreover, I have recently
and children in various focused
explored the fashion industry’s
ways.
colorful spectrum, being the brainchild of creating and
Specifically, we inspire people
launching two fashion brands.
to get involved and give up
The HappyMoodSwagger.com
their time to volunteer, and
brand is from my personal
we also promote, educate,
experiences; it’s triggering
empower, and raise funds for
your happiness wearing
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something comfortable. My
self, will also help you with the
younger self, I would say to love
goal is to provide stylish,
pacing and pausing of your
yourself, learn how to say no in
convenient, trendy, and classy
words. Visualizing yourself as
a healthy way, set boundaries,
products for all occasions and
an expert before going on the
and believe in yourself more.
people, founded in 2020 and
camera will help boost your
UptopSwag.com, providing
confidence. Moreover, looking
PGS: Thank you once again for
various products that will
into the camera will connect
your time.
expand your style collection
the audience to your warmth,
and boost your quality
build your credibility, and show
DR: Thank you for the
wardrobe and confidence
up as a master in your field.
opportunity to share my story
through fashion. My main goal
with your audience.
is to accommodate your fashion
PGS: Finally, what would you
needs wherever you are – in
say to your younger self?
the park, at the gym, for a
With love and gratitude. Desziree Richardson.
swim, and a casual outing with
DR: Things happened for a
your friends.
reason; my experience had
PGS: Please share your links
given me the strength to
with our readers.
PGS: I believe everyone has
overcome the challenges that
a message to share with the
I had no control of. Therefore,
DR: www.desziree.com
world, but so many people do
with a host of challenges I
(@Desziree00): https://twitter.
not know how to convey their
was facing and resolving, the
com/Desziree00?s=08
messages. As a public speaker,
creator has played an essential
what are some of the tips to be
constructive role in my life.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/
confident on camera?
However, I can still witness full
desziree-richardson-b7140618
power as the icy hand of fear,
Facebook https://www.
DR: I believe in executing an
particularly fear of success,
facebook.com/FollowDesziree
overall camera performance is
draws me back. Moreover, I
knowing your topic sentence
have somewhat managed to
from the beginning to the end.
fully resolve some while others
How you look is also important,
tenuously linger. I realize that I
and what you are saying will
had to venture into the world
impact the audience while
and find a new place to become
speaking to camera. However,
the person I am meaning to
your smile is essential; It helps
be, allowing the universe to
viewers to connect with your
recognize my talents and
personality. Therefore, doing
reconcile my inner world with
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POWERHOUSE GLOBAL STARS INTERVIEW WITH
CONCETTA SPITALERI (CS) PGS: Concetta, welcome to today’s interview with Lady Anita. CS: Thank you for the opportunity given Lady Anita, happy to share my major life milestones with you today. PGS: Please briefly introduce yourself to our readers. CS: My name is Concetta, I am Italian, I live in Brussels, Belgium -the heart of Europe, I am mother of 2 fabulous children who make me prouder every day. I am a very active and creative business woman and I am always in search of opportunities to improve my true purpose and help those who are in need. I have held high-ranked positions within European leading entertainment, media, telecom firms for more than 15 years mainly in executive advisory roles to top executives. I held Vice President functions in the domain of Sponsoring, PR &
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long lasting, organic, water free
for more than 8 years in the
floral art. My company RosaPiù
largest Telco in Belgium. It
was born. Its meaning is Roses
has been more than 8 years
and More…in Italian to honor
ago since I took the heroic
my origins. RosaPiù specializes
decision to move from the
in long lasting floral art. We
hardworking Corporate world
create floral arrangements
which had its comfort zones, to
made from stabilized flowers,
the harder but more rewarding
greeneries, bouquets, plants,
world of entrepreneurship.
trees, green walls. We serve
This reflection gave birth to
mainly B2B customers, we
the creation of a concept with
tailor make arrangements to
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fit their style and budget. Our
was time for me to quit my
concept can make up to 60%
corporate functions and have
savings.
my own project where my innate creativity could come
PGS: As a leader, what would
to life. The trigger was when I
you suggest to those struggling
saw that in Dubai there were
to keep their businesses afloat
so many luxurious hotels with
due to the impact of the
incredible floral arrangements
pandemic (covid-19)?
but the local hot temperatures and the water from the
CS: Constantly reinvent
fresh flowers resulted in an
yourself: building resilience is
unpleasant odour that wafted in
key. The world we knew before
the air. Then and there the first
the pandemic has completely
idea came to me to create a
changed and only those who
concept with long lasting, water
are able to identify the needs
free flower arrangements.
and invest in innovation and entrepreneurship will
PGS: What are some of the
contribute to a better world.
keys to staying relevant in
Productivity will be enhanced
today’s challenged world?
by continuous investments in technological innovation. This
CS: You have to be able to
was already expanding before
pivot at a moment’s notice,
the pandemic now it is just be
be innovative and creative
hastened by the economical,
to keep your model current
sanitary and humanitarian crisis.
and always be market fit. The
New needs have arisen. It’s
ability to create new revenue
up to us to identify them and
sources, keeping customers
invest in them.
happy and never stop finding new ones are all in a days work.
PGS: Please tell us a little bit
Being an entrepreneur, you
about your transition from a
have to be self sustaining with
‘C level’ executive to a global
the uncertainty of tomorrow
business owner.
always adapt and be innovative. It’s now that you need to
CS: During a trip to Dubai
prepare yourself for the “new
with my children, I realised it
normality”. When life will get
Constantly reinvent yourself: building resilience is key. The world we knew before the pandemic has completely changed and only those who are able to identify the needs and invest in innovation and entrepreneurship will contribute to a better world. Productivity will be enhanced by continuous investments in technological innovation. to the normal rhythm it will go very fast and only those who have worked hard to be ready will stay relevant. PGS: Please tell us a little bit about ‘Willow Thrive’. CS: The lockdown period also allowed me to think about the real priorities in my life and how, having acquired all this expertise and experience, I could give back to the community.
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My strong bond with nature, my real values, my valued authenticity and my passion for environmental concerns pushed me to launch an initiative which gathered all these important pillars. This think thank brought to the birth of Willow Thrive: Resilience through concrete actions. Willow Thrive is the platform that creates an holistic, collaborative perspective on how the world should be. We aim at gathering entrepreneurs from different backgrounds and from all around the world. We aim to support them on tangible projects that promote diversity and encourage resilience. We turn the lessons and experiences we have had in life as an asset for those who are in need of concrete support, inspiration and hope. Why the name Willow? The Willow Tree is the symbol of resilience, resistance. When extreme weather conditions hit it badly: it adapts, it leans, it bows, it remains flexible and does not break. Therefore it survives. This is my story and the story of many women.
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PGS: What makes you stand
I am driven by talent and focus.
out from the crowd as a
I do not recruit based upon
business leader?
the ethnicity of the person but based on his/her skills.
CS: My life’s conviction has always been to work hard
This neutral gender, ethnic
to become the best efficient
approach allows me to focus
version of myself. I learned very
on giving the best chance to
early that to be considered
the best person for the need at
equal in predominant male
hand.
surroundings, females should not and could not perform as
At the same time I do not
good as men, so I decided to be
tolerate racist behaviors and
better.
therefore all ethnicities must have an equal chance.
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PGS: What is your message for
the support of my 2 fabulous
PGS: Thank you for your time
women who are currently in
children and nature is always
once again.
the valley of decision regarding
close to me. I do value quality
the next step to living a
rather than quantity, but I
CS: It has been a great pleasure
fulfilled life?
work really very hard to get
to share a bit of my life journey
to results. There is no secret.
with you. I am open to any
CS: The life we all knew before
When I get overwhelmed
person who would like to get in
this global pandemic does
by work or issues, I take a
touch with me. Only by sharing
not exist anymore, therefore
step back and go for a long
we will realise that we are far
now, more than ever women
walk in nature and there my
from being alone and unity
must adapt and embrace this
inner peace is restored, and
makes us stronger.
change. We must make a
I am aligned again. It is not a
tangible asset out of it. My
problem to work hard or a lot,
PGS: Please share your links
business journey was not easy
the key is to stay focused and
with us.
but I feel it is because of all the
keep balance. CS: Concetta Spitaleri:
challenges I’ve been through that I am here today in front
PGS: What would you say to
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of you all sharing my story. It
your younger self?
LinkedIn Profile : http://linkedin.
is paramount to ask ourselves
com/in/concettaspitaleri
now who we want to be,
CS: It’s difficult to reply
Facebook Profile : https://
what we want to change and
here, I have a high level of
www.facebook.com/concetta.
keep. Covid has given us the
determination and passion
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opportunity to “reset” our life
maybe with experience you
Facebook Page : https://www.
and make finally the changes
learn to think twice before
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needed to be happy or happier.
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HOW TO PLAN YOUR BOOK FOR SUCCESS There’s a well known saying—fail to plan and you plan to fail. How does this apply to the world of book writing?
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he market is flooded. Thanks to the likes of Amazon, Ingram Spark, Smashwords or Lulu, anyone can write anything.
Once written they can publish it in an afternoon. In 2019 more than 1.6 million books were published, worldwide. Sadly, this means there are thousands of poorly written books out there. It also means that many wonderful books fail to get noticed. If you’re intending to write a book, knowing how to promote it will be important. However, there is no point in investing time, effort and money to climb that mountain, if what you’re carrying with you is badly executed. There may be a few exceptional people who can write an excellent book just by sitting down and writing. For the rest of us, the process is much quicker, easier, and more successful if we create a plan. I think of a solid plan as having three parts.
PART 1: THE PRE-PLAN Here you need to ask yourself some serious questions, because the answers will inform a lot of what comes afterwards. • Why are you writing this book? You need to have a strong personal motivation. There will be moments when you question why you’re
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doing it, times when it seems difficult, when it would be easier to forget all about it. What is going to keep you going? • What do you want your book to do for you? Will it open doors to speaking engagements? Attract new customers? Allow you to scale your business? The clearer you are about the purpose it serves, the better your plan will be to achieve that goal. • Are you intending to approach a traditional publisher, or go the independent route? This may have a major impact on your writing; for example, it is possible for non-fiction authors to get a publishing deal on the outline rather
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than the full text. Also, it
around.
simplifies your project plan
Most aspiring authors also
(step 2) as some of the
have other calls on their
steps will be dealt with by
time—family, work, household
the publisher.
responsibilities. So they have to
• Who is your target reader?
fit their writing time in around
This is a crucial piece
their other commitments.
of information to have
Once the book is written this
before you start, and to
is only the first draft. You
keep reminding yourself of
should be seriously considering
throughout the process.
editing and rewriting, possibly more than once. A realistic
PART 2: THE PROJECT PLAN
self-publishing timetable for a
This plan needs to cover the
would be at least six months,
following areas:
and preferably a year.
first-time non-fiction author
Your timetable. Do you have a specific date in mind for your
Your team. You need to identify
book launch? Maybe there is
your helpers well in advance.
an event coming up that you
These may be people you pay,
want your book to be ready
or, if you’re lucky, people you
for? If not, choose a date and
know who will do it for free or
put that in your diary as your
‘mates rates’. But don’t skimp.
launch date. Now you need to
It will make the difference
work backwards from that to
between an okay book and a
have everything in place. Read
great book. You will need:
on to get an idea of a realistic
• At least one editor,
timetable.
preferably two for different parts of the process. An
First-time authors are often
edit of a complete book will
surprised by just how long it
take weeks. You need to
does take to write a book. Even
book it in advance.
if you can type fast, you will
• A professional book cover
not type at a consistent speed.
designer—unless you are a
You will stop to think, go back
graphic designer
and tweak the last sentence, delete passages, change things
• A formatter. You can format the book yourself, but it
Your timetable. Do you have a specific date in mind for your book launch? Maybe there is an event coming up that you want your book to be ready for? If not, choose a date and put that in your diary as your launch date. Now you need to work backwards from that to have everything in place. Read on to get an idea of a realistic timetable. may be more efficient and effective to find someone to do this for you. • First readers. These are people who read the book while it is in the draft stages and provide feedback to help you improve it. • Printer. If you want hard copies, you need to decide who will print them. Turn around times on a print run can be three weeks or more. Your Marketing Plan. You need a marketing plan that runs alongside the writing and
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editing. You want people to
of the information included in
Finally, we move onto planning
be excited about your book
your book will be interesting
the actual content. The more
before it comes out. Launch
to many people, not just your
you can do at this stage, the
day should be a shout, not a
twenty-something high-flyer.
easier the writing becomes.
whisper.
But you need to market it,
I’m quite linear, so I like
and if you try marketing to
nested bullet point lists. But
PART 3 – THE CONTENT PLAN
everyone you’ll end up selling
visual representations such
to no-one. You need to write it
as concept maps or spider
This begins with defining
with your ideal reader in mind—
diagrams work equally well. If
your subject area and target
it will help you decide exactly
you have a preferred planning
audience. It is better to be
which information to include
tool, use it. If not, experiment—
really specific about WHO your
without trying to brain dump
you may learn something
book is for. Move from ‘Anyone
everything you know. It will
interesting (another bonus to
with an interest in investing,’
help you choose an appropriate
writing your book).
to ‘People starting out in stock
style and tone for the text. And
market investments’ to ‘Young
it might be the first of many
There are three steps to this
professionals looking for their
books, so you can choose a
process:
first stock market investment.’
different ideal reader for each
1. Start with a high-level
Why should you do this? Much
one.
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outline—think chapter
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headings.
paragraph will be about.
The writing has now become
It may turn out in the end
easy. You simply flesh out each
and in a sensible order
to spill into two or three
paragraph. It’s quick, and you
move on to second level
paragraphs, that’s not a
have a map to follow. If you
outline—think section
problem. You just want an
can only write in short bursts,
headings. Again, take a
overview of the content.
you can complete a paragraph
sense check when you
Again, you can then take a
or two at a time, without losing
have completed this stage.
sense check of the entire
track of where you are.
Is there information that
book.
2. Once that is complete,
is duplicated in two or
If you’ve been considering
more chapters? Should the
You can also run this past other
writing a book about your own
chapters be moved around
people to get their feedback.
expertise, then I hope that this
at all?
What have you included that
overview has encouraged you
isn’t needed? What have you
to give it a go. Best of luck with
think paragraph synopsis.
missed? Is the information
your writing endeavours.
Here you are capturing in
organised in a way that makes
a few words what each
sense to them?
3. The third and final level—
ABOUT KAREN INCE Karen is an experienced writer and author coach. She writes content for businesses and fiction for fun. She first learnt editing and proofreading in the early 1990s and has since honed her skills with additional training and a lot of varied experience alongside a successful career in business. She is a published playwright, and author of both fiction and non-fiction. As a qualified life-coach she brings her combined experience of business, writing, and editing to support aspiring authors through the process of writing and publishing their book. She lives and works in the beautiful cathedral city of Canterbury (UK) where she is active in several local community groups, including two writers’ circles, one of which she founded. When not working she spends time relaxing with family or friends or encouraging vegetables to grow in her back garden. To find out more, check out www.mrswrite.co.uk for writing and coaching services and www.brangaine.co.uk for editing services. Find her on twitter @MrsWrite2; @kazimee; @brangaine1. Contact mrswrite@mrswrite.co.uk
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POWERHOUSE GLOBAL STARS INTERVIEW WITH
RUTH SHALOM KINYUA (RSK) PGS: Ruth, good to have you on today’s interview with Lady Anita. RSK: Thank you Lady Anita. Connecting with you for this interview was a serendipitous encounter. Nevertheless, I am grateful to you for extending the opportunity to be featured in Powerhouse Global Stars. PGS: Please briefly introduce yourself to our readers. RSK: My full name is Ruth Shalom Wambui Kinyua. I am ambitious, self-driven and a risk-taker.
switch educational systems.
I moved to Wellesley,
More so because I was initially
Massachusetts in 2015 to study
At fifteen years old, I was
offered a conditional one-
entrepreneurship. Somehow,
year scholarship. Thankfully, I
I managed to pack a lot into
thrived!
those four years. From being
fortunate to receive a full scholarship to a Swiss boarding school, Aiglon Switzerland. Born and raised wholly in Kenya with minimal multicultural exposure, it was a tremendous leap of faith to leave my high school midway, move to a continent I had never been to before and
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elected as a class senator in I completed my IGCSE during
the Student Government, to
that first year (2012) and
serving as an Equity Analyst
excelled in the two-year
in the Babson College Fund
International Baccalaureate
(optimizing returns on a $4
program. Selected to join the
million portion of Babson’s
prestigious Global Scholars
endowment fund) and
Program at Babson College,
graduating from the Honors
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Program. I also completed
complexities of this world. As
an year-long program at the
a young leader, it is justifiable
London School of Economics,
that one faces greater
two summer internships at
adversity. One needs to grasp
Ernst and Young, a consulting
the nuances, not only in your
internship at the Bank of Kigali,
area of expertise, but also of
Rwanda and a summer analyst
the larger, interconnected and
position at Goldman Sachs.
highly volatile world. That said,
Upon graduating in 2019, I took
I subscribe to the belief that
another leap of faith by moving
with infinite potential there are
back to Nairobi, Kenya. In 2020,
unlimited possibilities.
I honoured my lifelong ambition by registering two ventures:
PGS: If you knew what you
Integrale Seers Advisory, a
know now, what would you do
business accelerator, and The
differently?
Maarifa Collective, a social organization.
RSK: Initially, I was timid, naive and reserved. Notwithstanding,
PGS: You obviously have
I was able to power through
evolved into a global leader in
the mental, cultural and
your industry, what were some
emotional turbulence of life in
of the challenges you faced
advanced economies through
on your journey to leadership?
sheer determination and grit.
(Could you rephrase the question- i don’t view myself
PGS: Please tell us more about
as a global leader in my
‘Maarifa Collective’.
industry yet- I took a stab at the question anyway).
RSK: In December 2019, having taken a personal break
RSK: Doubt. I recently
to recharge, and realign my
turned 24, and there are
priorities, I recognized the
misconceptions about what
oversized impact that education
is possible versus what is
has had on my life. I decided
beyond the scope for young
to apply for a PhD program.
leaders. Certainly, age
Although my application was
proffers experience, exposure
not successful, I identified the
and greater insight on the
need to champion doctoral
In December 2019, having taken a personal break to recharge, and realign my priorities, I recognized the oversized impact that education has had on my life. I decided to apply for a PhD program. Although my application was not successful, I identified the need to champion doctoral training/ education for Kenyan youth. training/education for Kenyan youth. The national average dropout rate for each doctoral cohort in Kenya is 90%, whilst the average time to completion is 6 years instead of 3 years. Maarifa means knowledge in Kiswahili and so beyond expanding doctoral capacities, our overarching objective is to catalyze pathways to a growing local knowledge economy. Maarifa Collective views education and knowledge creation, particularly among youth, as a key driving force for sustainable development nationally.
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PGS: What more could be
level; targeting the pitfalls, the
Keep your head up high as you
done to support more women
drawbacks and the upheavals
go through every phase. I quote
to take up leadership roles?
that hold back female potential.
Winston Churchill, success is not final, failure is not fatal- it
RSK: In their lifetime, women
PGS: What were the top three
is the courage to continue that
follow a unique pathway that
books that changed your life?
counts.
leadership mandate. If we
RSK: Daring Greatly by Brene
PGS: What is your message for
start by fully understanding
Brown illuminated the pathway
the African Youths?
the intricacies of female
to wholehearted living. The
livelihoods, we can put in
World’s Wife by Carol Ann
RSK: Agency. Resilience.
place enabling systems and
Duffy is an anthology of
Innovation. According to the
adequate supportive structures
witty poems that deconstruct
UN, 75% of Africa’s population
to bolster female leaders. For
gender norms and create a
is aged below 35 years, and
example, the statistics show
feminist reality. Unbowed by
so we need to take personal
that the COVID-19 pandemic
Wangari Maathai exposes
and collective responsibility
has had a disproportionate
the harsh realities faced by
for our shared future, forge
negative impact on women
Kenyan females in their path to
creative pathways to realise
globally, does the recovery plan
leadership.
transformative realities and
needs to be aligned with the
give prominence to redressing
build momentum for the long
entrenched gender inequities?
PGS: What is your message for
Maarifa Collective identifies
world leaders?
haul. PGS: Ruth, thank you for your
that the current ratio of male to female PhD enrolment is 2:1.
RSK: Decisions made at the
Women are underrepresented
global level have a trickle
across all academic levels, (from
down effect on both current
RSK: It is a privilege to share
Bachelors to PhD) and in all
and future generations. In a
your time Lady Anita. Thank
academic programs (STEM and
power-hungry world, there is a
you.
Non-STEM); yet the World
growing need for restraint and
Bank indicates that the return
peace-making (Shalom!).
time – much appreciated.
PGS: Please share your links with us
to educating Sub-Saharan women is at almost 15% --
PGS: What would you say to
one of the highest investment
your younger self?
returns globally. To address
RSK: 1. Integrale Seers Advisory: LinkedIn, Twitter,
the endemic nature of female
RSK: Life will constantly throw
underachievement, tailored
curveballs, know and honor
2. The Maarifa Collective:
solutions must begin at the root
your true self at every stage.
LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram
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A SAGA OF AN ENTREPRENEUR — BY ABRAHAM PAUL VATAKENCHERRY
T
he achievement could be likened to any level, be it miniscule or mammoth. There are a ton of uncertainties, but’s and dont’s
any business visionary need to experience before the individual lands at a point where we must have a powerful interruption to know whether we have arrived at an answer customised for the need of paramount importance. There lies prosperity, as it where, be that as it may, as consistently fate has different designs for us. It fundamentally does not have to lead us to a characterised accomplishment as it briefly takes us to different elements in our routine journey of life which could have an unmistakable bearing on a prosperity rate in proliferating something of substance to the ever restless and anxious world. Here it is featured by different components that are inalienable in any individual which draws out its natural and candid nature of being a business visionary to the fore. A conflagration of umpteen elements can unite a great deal of uniqueness which plainly would not acquire originality, the basic spot viewpoint and pragmatic approach we adjust. According to numerous restless evenings structure a cardinal factor agonising over things which we thought where implausible could be brought out which could change the feature of the cutting edge world for which sacrifice ends up being the most vital perspective which a genuine business
visionary ought to foresee at the same time arrange for too. Multi dimensional highlights like a refined and drawn out methodology will foreshadow well when given sufficient weightage to an extremely slanted centre combined with a hounded tirelessness with an all round chalked out characterised objectives however would be experienced with a component of disillusionment somewhere down the line would be an exceptionally genuine and sober minded way to deal with received for a supported outcome. Time the board as you probably are aware holds the key and is an exceptionally critical factor to observe with a carefully chalked out monetary guide with clear objectives to support it and the outcome could be the substance
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of your steely purpose and
it may, in like manner speech,
underneath whatever errant
assurance. We ought to be set
a business person is viewed
we take up to clean it off with
up to face dismissal sooner or
as an individual who can be
comfort and along these lines
later to recognise what real
a gleaming and triumphant
leaves us intelligent over it.
achievement is made of. That
example of overcoming
way it additionally discloses
adversity can be all in actuality
This is in certainty a sharp
to us the stark reality of life
a melting away one to for the
pointer to the way that each
that achievement consistently
basic truth that individuals
example of overcoming
includes disappointment inside
neglect to see his adventure
adversity had constantly to
it.Be it may our capacity to
to arrive at the peak of their
a sizable portion of progress
backlash and bounce back
prosperity stepping stool which
crediting their untiring
demonstrates to the world
is exhibited to the world in
endeavors to a ton of updates
about our basic resilience
all actuality. This acquires the
through disappointments.
which is such a lot of piece of
correlation with a chunk of ice
regular daily existence acquiring
a close to synonymous one.
the dominance to advance a
Here it depicts that it is so
triumphant marvel. Be that as
hard to comprehend what God
ABOUT ABRAHAM PAUL VATAKENCHERRY Abraham Paul Vatakencherry is a seasoned thoroughbred professional in top management for strategic alliances with a demonstrated history of working with a wide range of domain ranging from fitness to healthcare, immigration, international education, service industry, business consulting, etc. in short, he carries with him more than two and half decades of hands on experience and has donned many hats like assisting certain chambers of commerce and industry in India in top management positions and also finds mention in various advisory boards of organisations / institutions in both national as well as international ones, Possessing a strong inherent passion for corporate interaction with the student community in general, but not confined to it alone but open to a bandwidth from school to professionals augmenting their professional growth. He is armed with a post graduation in English literature and is an MBA in Marketing as well as Personnel Management. Apart from that he has undergone a certification course in Corporate Governance from the University of Sussex, UK.which clearly stamps his authority in any said field. Now to add an another feather to his cap which is already rich in experience he has found his way through one inspiring article each in the Inaugural Special Monaco Edition of “ The Billionaire Chronicle “ from Monaco, launched on Oct 7th 2018 and in Inaugural Special Dubai Edition of the “The Billionaire Chronicle “ launched on Jan 10 th 2019 and his profile hitting the epitome of the popularity charts amongst the niche community of readers in it.
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POWERFUL GLOBAL WOMEN FOUNDATION SUPPORTING WOMEN AND CHILDREN GLOBALLY (03RD APRIL 2021) Powerful Global Women Foundation in collaboration Royalty Kids Montessori School present A one day easter retreat for children and teenagers. Theme of the program was: The Total Child. The program includes reason for the season, cinema, POP quiz, music, baking and losts more. Mrs. Josephine, Phillip Itsuokor (Proprietress, Royalty Kids) was present as host. Over 100 children were in attendance during the program.
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POWERFUL GLOBAL WOMEN FOUNDATION CHILDREN RETREAT EVENT (12TH SEPTEMBER 2020) We had various workshops for them during the gathering. We also gave facemasks each child that was in attendance. Over one hundred children attended the event. They were all fed as part of our tradition to do. A massive thank you to Ross Swan for supporting our mission. This project was led by our amazing Vice-president (Mrs Josephine Itsuokor).
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POWERFUL GLOBAL WOMEN FOUNDATION COVID-19 PROJECTS As part of PGWF mission to support more families during this challenged time, we have been able to hold two projects (one in April and the other on 13th July 2020). We distributed food supplies to several families and orphanage homes. Our team lead by Mrs Josephine Itsuokor (Vice-president of PGWF) made these projects a success. We will continue to reach out to more families through the support of our global partners.
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Powerful Global Women Foundation (Powerhouse Charity) was founded in 20l6 in Nigeria, West Africa, by Lady Anita Duckworth-Bradshaw. The core objective of this organization is to transform the lives of women and children, through various projects centred around the need of the service group. In 20l6 Lady Anita single handedly fed over 400 children as part of “project feed l000 children globally”, and held an empowerment conference for the women. Through this project, so many women have gone to do great things with the knowledge they gained from the event. She recently held a life transforming event for women in Lagos, Nigeria as part of International women’s month celebration 20l8. The turnout was very encouraging. She is working towards supporting more families to keep their children and wards in school through” project back-to-school” starting in September 20l8. We are seeking for global support from individuals and organisations who would love to be a part of this service to humanity. To support us, please visit: www.powerhouseglobalwomen.com or email womanthepowerhouse@gmail.com or powerhouseglobalmag@gmail.com
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CHARITY PROJECT: As part of our Global Annual commitment, we were able to successfully complete project feed the children 2019 mission. Over 150 children were fed at this year’s event. Powerful Women Global Foundation (PGWF ) is a charity set up by Lady Anita Duckworth-Bradshaw in 2016. The service users are women and children. To support PGWF, please email womanthepowerhouse@gmail.com
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