Level 3 - The catalyst for impact
Simon SinekSimon Sinek is a British-American author, inspirational speaker, and organisational consultant best known for popularising the concept of the “Golden Circle” and the question “Start With Why”—why some individuals and organisations inspire while others don’t. His TED Talk How Great Leaders Inspire Action is among the most viewed of all time. Sinek champions servant leadership, purpose-driven work, and cultures of trust and collaboration. He is regarded as one of today’s most influential voices on leadership and motivation.
Jordan HarbingerJordan Harbinger is an American broadcaster, entrepreneur, and social dynamics expert, best known as the host of The Jordan Harbinger Show, a top-ranked podcast that features in-depth conversations with world-class performers, entrepreneurs, scientists, authors, and thinkers. His work often emphasises networking, influence, psychology, and personal growth, helping listeners improve both professional and personal lives. With millions of monthly downloads, Harbinger has become a leading voice in modern podcasting and applied social intelligence.
The Conversation The Conversation is an independent, nonprofit media organisation founded in Australia in 2011. It publishes research-informed news, analysis, and commentary—all written by academics and researchers in collaboration with experienced journalists and editors—bringing together scholarly expertise and journalistic clarity for a broader public
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Did You Know?
Chief Poundmaker (Pitikwahanapiwiyin, 1842–1886) was nicknamed the “Peacemaker of the Plains” because, even during the 1885 North-West Resistance, he worked tirelessly to avoid bloodshed and protect both his people and settlers. Despite his efforts for peace, he was imprisoned unjustly—and more than a century later, in 2019, the Canadian government formally exonerated him, recognizing his true legacy as a leader of reconciliation and justice.
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Book - “Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t” (2014) Simon Sink
Book - “Dare to Lead” (2018) Brene Brown