The Influence Arc
Leadership isn’t just about titles, it’s about influence. And influence? It’s a journey.The Influence Arc is your guide to navigating that journey. Hosted by Linda Iriah, an experienced HR executive and leadership coach, this podcast explores the strategies, mindsets, and stories that shape impactful leadership at every level. Each episode delivers practical insights and bold ideas for anyone who wants to lead with confidence and elevate their influence, whether you’re managing a team, driving change, shaping the future of work, or inspiring others in your community. Subscribe now and start shaping your arc because leadership isn’t a...
Episode 18: Influence Before the Trophy: Vriti Panwar on Courage, Credibility and Becoming
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Vriti Panwar, CIM is a Lead Advisor @ Wealthsimple Wealth Management.
Vriti's story starts on a tennis court in India. She trained to become a professional player and dreamed of being the first Indian woman to win a singles Grand Slam. Today she is a Lead Advisor at Wealthsimple, helping individuals and families make better-coordinated decisions about their wealth.
In this episode, Vriti talks about what years of competitive tennis taught her about courage, failure and showing up when the outcome is uncertain. She shares how her younger sister showed...
Episode 17: You're Not The Right Mould.... Leadership and Careers
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Part 2: Not the Right Mould
Last episode, we explored the leaders who saw our potential before we could see it ourselves.
In this episode, we explore the other side of that story.
What happens when someone else decides who you are before you've finished becoming who you could be?
Drawing from personal career experiences, Linda shares lessons learned from being overlooked, excluded from succession discussions, and realizing that being in the wrong environment is not the same as being the wrong person.
If...
Episode 16: The Ones Who Saw You First - Leadership and Careers
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Leadership isn’t just about titles, it’s about influence.....And influence?.....It’s a journey.
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Episode 15: Leadership Without The Spotlight - Ed and Diana Bahula - Leadership and Careers
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This episode showcases a couple from my church, Ed and Diana Bahula.
Six Lessons I learned from their 21 years of service.
Leadership lessons for wherever you are!
Leadership isn’t just about titles, it’s about influence.....And influence?.....It’s a journey.
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Episode 14: Leadership Beyond the Basketball Court - Leadership and Careers
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Leadership lessons from a weekend volunteering at the annual RJ Barrett Youth Basketball Camp.
Leadership isn’t just about titles, it’s about influence.....And influence?.....It’s a journey.
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Episode 13: What Great Culture Actually Looks Like Right Now - Leadership and Careers
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Episode 12: The Ladder Is Disappearing. The Responsibility Isn't - Leadership and Career Growth
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Episode 11: AI Can Build the Report. It Can't Build You. Leadership and Career Growth.
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Episode 10: You Are Not Invisible Because You Are Quiet - HR Leadership and Career Growth
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Episode 9: The Room You Weren’t In: Leadership & Career Growth Insights What really drives opportunity, influence, and the next level of your career.
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The Room You Weren’t In is a podcast for ambitious leaders who want to grow their career, expand their influence, and understand how real opportunities are created behind closed doors.
Hosted by Linda, an executive leader and coach, each episode explores the moments, decisions, and conversations that shape your career, especially the ones you’re not present for. Through stories, leadership insights, and practical guidance, you’ll learn how to build visibility, strengthen your leadership identity, and position yourself for the roles and rooms that move your career forwar...
Episode 8: The Connection Advantage: Leading with Heart in a Digital Age
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Episode 7: The Neuroscience of Thriving Through Life's Hard Moments - A Conversation with Dr. Sade Iriah
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Episode 6: The Decision Advantage
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Episode 5: The Human Side of Leadership, Empathy as a Superpower
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Influence Without Authority, Leading from Where You Are
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You don’t need a title to lead. Influence starts with action.
Welcome back to The Influence Arc.
I hear this all the time from leaders at every level:
“I don’t have the authority, but I’m still expected to deliver.”
And you know what? They’re not wrong.
They’re leading projects. They’re steadying teams. They’re solving real problems.
But when decisions are made… they’re not always in the room.
So today, I want to talk about something that shows up in almost...
Navigating Change: Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity
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Change is inevitable but chaos doesn’t have to be.
And if you’re in a season where everything feels like it’s shifting under your feet, I want you to hear this: nothing is wrong with you. Change exposes things. It exposes cracks in systems, gaps in communication… and sometimes, it exposes how quickly a strong, capable leader can start to feel invisible.
If you’ve been carrying a lot and thinking, “Why does it feel like no one sees what I’m holding?”
You’re not imagining it. And y...
Episode 2: The Power of Presence: Leading with Authenticity
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Episode 2: The Power of Presence : Leading with Authenticity
Presence isn’t just about being in the room, it’s about how you show up. In this episode, we explore why authenticity is the cornerstone of true leadership and how it builds trust, credibility, and influence. You’ll learn practical strategies to strengthen your presence, connect with others on a deeper level, and lead with confidence in every interaction.
Reflection Question: How do you want people to feel after interacting with you?
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Episode1: The Arc of Influence: Why Leadership Is More Than a Title
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Episode 1: The Arc of Influence: Why Leadership Is More Than a Title
Leadership isn’t about the position you hold, it’s about the impact you create. In this episode, we explore why influence is the true measure of leadership and how it extends far beyond job titles. You’ll learn practical ways to build credibility, inspire action, and lead from wherever you are in the organization.
Reflection Question: Where can you lead through influence rather than authority?
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Trailer - The Influence Arc
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Welcome to The Influence Arc, the podcast for people who are ready to lead with more clarity, more confidence, and more impact… no matter where they sit in the organization.
Because leadership isn’t a straight line. It’s not a checklist. It’s an arc,a transformation, and you get to shape it.Every week, we’ll explore the strategies and stories behind powerful, values‑driven leadership. We’ll talk about navigating change, building trust, elevating your voice, and influencing with integrity, whether you’re leading a team, driving a projec...
