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The Change Man Interviews - with Kawtar El Alaoui
Season 1, Ep. 81
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In this episode of The Change Show, Simon Phillips sits down with Kawtar El Alaoui, a conscious leadership consultant, coach, and mediator who is dedicated to creating a world where everyone can live in dignity and peace. Kawtar shares her unique journey from growing up in Morocco and emigrating to Canada, to working across various cultures and ultimately becoming a powerful advocate for harmony and understanding in the world.
They discuss the importance of living your values, especially in cross-cultural environments, and how conscious leadership is more about who you are than what you do. Kawtar also dives into her impactful work on promoting peace, including a powerful project aimed at ending war in two generations, and her approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion through appreciative cultural conversations.
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in leadership, cultural understanding, and making a meaningful difference in the world. Tune in to hear Kawtar’s insights and be inspired by her commitment to building a more peaceful and connected world.
Kawtar's choice to join The Change Show playlist is 'Demons' by Imagine Dragons
🔗 Connect with us:
Kawtar: LinkedIn: Kawtar El Alaoui
Simon: LinkedIn: Simon Phillips
#Leadership #CulturalUnderstanding #PeaceBuilding #TheChangeShow #KawtarElAlaoui #Podcast
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