Lead To Excel Podcast
Welcome to the Lead To Excel Podcast, hosted by Maureen Chiana, the visionary behind The Mindsight Academy and a trailblazer at the intersection of faith, neuroscience, and self-leadership. With a steadfast commitment to intertwining Christian principles with cutting-edge neuroleadership strategies, Maureen empowers leaders and business owners to transcend traditional boundaries and achieve unparalleled success.
Through the lens of faith and neuroscience, Maureen unveils transformative insights that enable you to 'Rewire Your Brain' for success, illuminate your blind spots, broaden your perspective, and significantly influence outcomes to exceed beyond expectations.
This unique approach not only cultivates high emotional intelligence, confidence, and resilience but also fosters the development of positive, faith-centred relationships, ensuring you thrive with ease and grace, free from stress or overwhelm.
Whether you're a high-performing leader, an ambitious business owner, or someone seeking to integrate your Christian faith with excellence in your career, this podcast is your sanctuary. Maureen has devotedly applied these neuroleadership techniques to assist a global community of women, executives, managers, and entrepreneurs in elevating their performance, productivity, and profitability, all while nurturing their spiritual growth.
Join us on the Lead To Excel Podcast, where faith meets neuroscience, and discover how you can excel in your professional journey without compromising your values.
Let's embark on this transformative journey together, where being a high-performing individual also means being spiritually fulfilled and grounded in your Christian faith.
Episodes
116 episodes
From Body Focus to God-Given Identity: Unlocking Radiant Beauty
What if your body became a place of peace instead of pressure?In this powerful conversation, Dr. Victoria L. PonTell, nurse educator and author of 7 Keys to Unlocking Your Radiant Beauty, shares her journey from body shame and p...
Why Shame Keeps You Stuck
Shame often keeps capable, faith-driven people stuck, not because they lack discipline, but because shame operates at the level of identity and the nervous system.In this episode of the Lead To Excel Podcast, Maureen explores how ...
When You Know Who You Are, You’ll Stop Negotiating Your Life
Many people think they need better discipline or clearer goals, but the real issue is identity.In this episode of the Lead To Excel Podcast, Maureen Chiana explores how unclear identity leads to constant negotiation of boundaries, emotio...
Breaking Free from the Busyness Trap - E113
Are you busy doing the right things — or just busy being busy? In this episode of the Lead To Excel Podcast, Maureen Chiana explores the difference between survival busyness (working just to pay bills, juggling endless task...
Why You’re Still Stuck - Even After Doing Everything Right - E112
In this episode, I unpack a powerful truth many avoid: sometimes, the delay we experience after prayer isn’t spiritual — it’s internal.Using a blend of neuroscience, emotional intelligence, mindset, and scripture, she explores the...
It’s Not in Your Genes — It’s in Your Mind - E111
Have you ever believed you were limited by your background, family history, or genetics? In this episode, Maureen reveals the powerful truth: your beliefs, expectations, and mindset shape your reality more than your genes ever will.D...
One Doctor’s Revolution: Transforming Lives Through Medicine and Technology - E110
In this inspiring episode, Dr. Njide Okonjo-Udochi shares her journey from growing up in academic communities across West Africa to revolutionising healthcare for underserved populations. Raised by professor parents who instilled a commitment t...
Why Your Resolutions Fail – And What to Do Instead - E109
Every year, millions set New Year's resolutions—but most fail within weeks. Why? It’s not about willpower, but identity, belief, and alignment with your purpose. In this episode, we dive into the neuroscience behind lasting change...
One Thought Away From Transformation - E108
Unlock the secrets to transforming your life by harnessing the power of your thoughts with me, Maureen Chiana, on the Lead to Excel podcast. In this episode, I share an inspiring story of a woman who revolutionised her leadership journey throug...
Dr. Blessing Takeover: Uncovering Past Struggles, Setbacks, and Breakthroughs - E107
In this special episode, Dr. Blessing Enakimio takes over the mic to interview me [Maureen Chiana]. We dive deep into my personal and professional journey, from navigating struggles and setbacks to discovering the power of rewiring Maureen's br...
Defying the Odds: A Journey from Survival to Success - E106
Can childhood lessons shape your path to financial empowerment? In this episode, Beatrice Yakubu, Digital Marketer and Founder at Simply Family Business shares her inspiring journey from rural Ghana to the UK. Learn how resilience, e...
My Story: Rewiring the Brain with Scripture - E105
In this inspiring episode, join me, Maureen, as I share my personal journey of discovering the profound power of combining faith and neuroscience to transform our minds and lives. I’ll take you through my story, from the challenges and breakthr...
Weaving a Legacy of Empowerment with Dr. Chichi Menakaya - E104
When Dr Chichi Menakaya speaks, one can't help but be swept up by the power of her story, from her roots in Nigeria to her inspiring work as a trauma and orthopaedic surgeon and the CEO of Annomo Health. Embarking on a journey that embodi...
Spring into Success: Rising and Thriving in the New Quarter - E103
As we step into the vibrant energy of April and the heart of spring, "Spring into Success" invites you on a timely journey to rise and thrive in this new quarter. This episode guides you to embracing the season's promise of growth and r...
Emerging Boldly: The Unforeseen Journey to Entrepreneurship with Jemma Fairclough-Haynes - E102
In this episode, I sit down with Jemma Fairclough-Haynes, a once shy, academic child who evolved into a leading entrepreneur and gospel singer. We delve into Jemma's inspiring transformation from her beginnings in the Midlands, UK, through her ...
Breaking Through Barriers: Combat Workplace Biases Against Women with Emotional Intelligence - E101
Have you ever felt like an invisible barrier is holding you back at work, especially as a woman? Join me, Maureen Chiana, and unravel the unseen yet powerful biases that shape our professional lives. I discuss the implicit and explicit chal...
Living with Cancer: A Journey of Survival, Resilience and Advocacy with Dr. Denise Ejoh - E100
When the trials of life hit hard, where do we find the resilience to push through? Denise Ejoh joins me in a profound exploration of this question, sharing her journey of living with cancer interwoven with her passion for education. As ...
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Charting New Horizons: Transforming Career Setbacks into Opportunities with Lora Poepping -E99
Have you ever stood at a career crossroads, the daunting unknown stretching out before you? Buckle up as we journey with Lora Poepping, the transformation guru and president of Plum Coaching and Consulting. She shares the crossroad moment t...
New Year, New Mindset: Unlock the Secrets of Effective Decision-Making
Embrace the power to transform your decision-making and set yourself up for success in the new year with insights from my personal journey and expertise. I'm Maureen Chiana, your guide to uncovering the hidden influences of internal nar...
Overcoming Adversity and Helping Women Get Visible with Mildred Talabi - E97
Discover the power of personal branding on LinkedIn as we share the microphone with Mildred Talabi, a visibility powerhouse and branding coach. Raised in the bustling streets of London with roots in Nigeria, Mildred brings an intriguing blend o...
Believe It to See It: Transforming Your Reality Through the Neuroscience of Perception - E96
Imagine the power to reshape your reality, just by harnessing the strength of your beliefs. This is no magic trick, but an intriguing intersection of neuroscience, leadership, and faith that forms the crux of our conversation today. I dissect t...
Harnessing the Power of Self: A Journey of Identity and Purpose - E95
Prepare yourself to journey through the intricate layers of identity, purpose, and success, specifically designed to empower black women, but universally beneficial for anyone seeking growth. I unravel the gift of identity, spotlighting the nec...
Resilient Minds: Unpacking Daily Mental Wellness & Practical Self-Care Tips
What if there was a way to harness the power of your mind and use it to become a better leader and a happier, healthier person too? Get ready to unravel the infinite power of your brain as I take you on a journey into the fascinating world ...
Turning Stumbling Blocks to Stepping Stones: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Blessing Enakimio - E93
Have you ever dreamt of seizing an opportunity and turning it into a life-changing journey? Meet Dr. Blessing Enakimio, the dynamic CEO of Ble Global, a multi-faceted talent, an event designer, and an international businesswoman, and she's here...
The Silver Lining of Rejection: An Enlightened Path to Self-Growth - E92
Ever been rejected and felt like the world was ending? I've been there! After a significant job rejection, I figured it was God's way of saying I was meant to go solo. Thus, spurned by rejection, my journey towards launching The Mindsight Acade...
