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On Power, Patriarchy and Privilege: Kemi Nekvapil offers a woman's guide to living and leading without apology

Sep 20, 2023
Kemi Nekvapil, author of POWER, discusses redefining power, building internal strength, the role of a coach, the value of asking questions, and the connection between money, power, and women.
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  • Power is the ability to do something in a particular way and more people have power than they may believe.
  • Patriarchy not only limits women but also men's ability to access their emotions and creativity, highlighting the need to challenge patriarchal norms and uplift others' power.

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Redefining Power and Agency

The podcast episode explores the concept of power and agency, particularly focusing on women's empowerment. The guest, Kemi Neckfapil, shares insights from her book 'Power: A Woman's Guide to Living and Leading Without Apology.' She redefines power as the ability to do something in a particular way, emphasizing that more people have power than they may believe. The discussion also highlights the importance of taking responsibility for one's life and not relying on others to save or validate us. Neckfapil emphasizes that power is not a zero-sum game and that uplifting the power of others is a crucial aspect of leadership.

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