Redefining Leadership Through An Indigenous Lens

Can indigenous culture and principles impact the way we do business?

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of indigenous business leadership in this thought-provoking episode of our podcast. Our guest Heidi Renata from Innov8 HQ shares valuable insights on how indigenous culture brings a unique perspective to the corporate world, emphasizing the importance of spirituality, integrity, and humanity in the workplace. Discover how Maori traditions and principles are making a powerful impact on global business practices. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation!

Here's some of the great stuff that we cover in this show:

• Authenticity and being genuine is important for building trust and retaining clients in business, and sharing vulnerabilities can break down barriers and increase trust. 
• Heidi discusses her experience of pivoting her business during COVID-19. She was running a shared workspace and innovation hub, but due to the pandemic, she had to transition to focus more on education and training rather than just on providing space. This transition allowed her to challenge the paradigms of western business and become a leaner, more holistic organization.
• She talks about how her business was able to thrive during and after COVID-19 despite not having a physical location, and how incorporating Maori culture into business operations has brought more authenticity and powerful foundations to their practices, embracing the idea of creating long-term relationships versus quick material success.
• Heidi reflects on the challenges of being a female Maori in the technology sector but sees it as an opportunity to work harder and prove herself. She also discusses the positive changes that have occurred in New Zealand, where various cultures can celebrate their heritage and work together towards a better future.
• Heidi emphasizes the importance of counterbalancing work with self-care activities like being still, spending time in nature, dancing, listening to podcasts, and spending time with loved ones to recharge her batteries.
• She is working on projects to engage and motivate youth, and also does public speaking and humanitarian work. She finds the humility of young people to be a golden thread, with a focus on helping humanity and the planet.

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ABOUT HEIDI

Get ready for Heidi Renata, a dynamic business virtuoso and community beacon! With a legacy rooted in Vodafone NZ, Heidi reinvented herself as the mastermind behind Dunedin's Innov8HQ, an inventive co-working hub offering more than just office space. Straddling governance roles and crafting innovative strategies for businesses and non-profits alike, Heidi is all about empowering communities and ushering in the future of business in the digital age!

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For complete show notes, transcript and links to our guest, check out our website: www.pushtobemore.com.