Ep. 28 - What It Means to 'Do the Work': A Conversation on Leadership, Agility & Authenticity

In this powerful episode of the CivilTalk Podcast, we sit down with Henna Inam — a global executive coach, former C-suite leader, board director, and the bestselling author of Wired for Authenticity and Wired for Disruption.

With over 20 years of leadership experience at Procter & Gamble and Novartis, Henna brings a rare combination of business acumen, cross-cultural wisdom, and deep emotional intelligence to the table. In this conversation, she shares the real and often unspoken truths about what it takes to lead with intention, clarity, and presence — especially in times of change.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

  • What “doing the work” really means — beyond the buzzword

  • The 7 practices of authenticity from her book Wired for Authenticity

  • How to build self-awareness, navigate fear, and lead with vulnerability

  • The 5 shifts of agility from her book Wired for Disruption

  • How leaders can move from reactivity to resilience

  • Creating trust in fluid teams and high-stakes environments

  • How educators, team leaders, and organizations can create psychologically safe spaces for real growth

  • Why emotional intelligence is now a core leadership competency — not a soft skill

Whether you're a teacher, executive, entrepreneur, or just someone who wants to show up better in life, this episode offers both practical tools and deep reflections for becoming a more grounded, authentic, and agile leader.

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