The Power of Why
The Power of Why podcast explores how we can lead high-quality lives and contribute meaningfully. Naomi Haile focuses on firsthand narratives from leading founders and creatives about how they are fulfilling their life’s purpose.
The Power of Why was born in 2017 with a simple mission to help others practice introspection and leverage their talents for good. From the Chief Human Resources Officer at Netflix to champions of global movements, the Power of Why investigates how people become leaders, how our curiosity informs our ‘success,’ and how we can live high-quality lives without sacrificing our souls.
There is a reason for every season of your life.
27,500+
Total podcast downloads
120+
Episodes
50+
Countries
61% are aged 23 to 34, 18% are aged 35-44
Featured on Business Insider in 2022
What Listeners Love
Loved the fact that this was not just a convo to ‘inspire’ but a convo that allowed folks to learn from inspirational people. I was able to take notes that I could apply to my life as a result of this episode!! Thank you for making an episode that was really worth listening to and reflecting upon; I’m going to reach out to Dhouha!! Great Job, Naomi!!
— Anthony Murdock II
Naomi and her guests are always so informative and wonderful to listen to. The Power of Why shares a variety of knowledge and experiences that offer unique insights into achieving personal growth and empowerment. She is dedicated to identifying solutions and her passion and professionalism shine through every piece in her series.
— Nathalie Applewhaite
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How to Create an Intentional & Harmonious Life | Jesmine Onyeukwu
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How to Tap into Your Creative Self | Fatuma Kou
Fatuma shares the importance of community and how she captures the human experience through her unique lens.
Connection is Where Mentorship Begins | Sarah J. Haggard
Sarah speaks about how we can be creative and also the importance of belonging in the workplace and in your social circles.
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Sabrina talks about the impacts of COVID-19 and also how we can create solutions that everyone can use - in our organizations and our greater society
Embracing Your Insecurities and Creating a Self-Love Brand for Kids | Jennifer Vassel
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Changing the Face of the Publishing Industry | Hanieh & Shabana
“Why not now?” - a simple question that influenced Hanieh and Shabana to start a Publishing House in Canada
How to Dream Big & Live In Your Alignment with Your Purpose | Anthony Murdock II
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Public Speaking and Sharing Your Message with the World | Alex Keenan
Alex shares how she developed her public speaking skill and practice. And preaches that public speaking is tightly tied to confidence building
Daring To Be Great & Living in Alignment | Trishala Pillai
Trishala speaks to how she built a life doing what she loves - from her successful career to building a community that connects people
How To Create Meaningfully Despite the Naysayers | Kevwe Mowarin
Kevwe shares how she is able to stand firmly on her vision and why she doesn’t shy away from challenge
Making a Commitment to Your Purpose | Tim Salau
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Finding Power in Your Story | Alyestal Hamilton
Alyestal shares how she uses art to speak her story and how she navigates the world as a woman of color
Cultivating Your Craft & Investing in Your Relationships | Courtney Connley
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Small Steps that You Can Take to Build Self-Awareness | Francesca Phillips
Francesca shares how to stop procrastinating and make it easy for you to make 1% improvements every day
How to Bet On Yourself | Dhouha Haddad
Dhouha shares how she started living her life on the list of best case scenarios
How to Integrate Work, Wellness & Impact | Komal Minhas
Komal shares her personal experience with cancer and the learnings she had around grief and what it means to being whole
How to Design Your Life Today | Xiomara Rosa-Tedla
Ziomara shares how she was able to start a successful leather bag and accessories business venture from her love of Ethiopia and international travel
How to Relentlessly Believe in Yourself & Your Gifts | Maddie Hession
Maddie shares her success as a professional model and why your support network is a crucial aspect of doing hard things