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THE POWER OF CONVERSATION:  ONE LEADER’S TRANSFORMATION RIPPLES THROUGH A COMMUNITY

THE POWER OF CONVERSATION: ONE LEADER’S TRANSFORMATION RIPPLES THROUGH A COMMUNITY

by Mary Henton | Jan 13, 2026 | Decision-Making, Insight Into Action, Newsletters, Nyota Leadership Project, Women Who Lead

When Rebecca Matabishi founded Les Oliviers School Complex in Beni, the Democratic Republic of Congo, she carried the weight of leading a nursery, primary, and secondary school alone. She had passion and vision. However, she notes, “I was afraid. As a result, I...
TURNING IDEAS INTO IMPACT—   AND CHANGING THE NARRATIVE

TURNING IDEAS INTO IMPACT— AND CHANGING THE NARRATIVE

by Mary Henton | Aug 14, 2025 | DRC, Emotional Intelligence (EQ), Insight Into Action, Newsletters, Nyota Leadership Project, Women Who Lead

The current Nyota cohort recently completed the Project Management module of the Nyota curriculum. This module, like all six modules, is structured over four weeks. And, as happens throughout the entire Nyota program, participants grow in confidence as they strengthen...
Growing in Emotional Intelligence

Growing in Emotional Intelligence

by Mary Henton | Jul 27, 2023 | Emotional Intelligence (EQ), Insight Into Action

In the realm of leadership, emotional intelligence (EQ), the ability to understand and manage emotions, both our own and others’, is a critical competency that sets exceptional leaders apart from the rest. EQ paves the way for effective decision-making, enhanced...
Insight Into Action—Giveaway!

Insight Into Action—Giveaway!

by impactnowleadership | Jul 3, 2023 | Insight Into Action, Uncategorized

Our premiere program, Insight Into Action, has two cohorts this Summer and Fall. Cohort one starts next week on July 12 and to celebrate we are giving away a spot in that cohort. Use the form below to share about our program and you will be entered to win the group...

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