Waves of Wisdom

About Waves of Wisdom

Join Iyaz Waheed when he talks to people with years of knowledge, experience, and wisdom to deep dive into their wisdom in their areas of specialty.

Publisher

Ignite Wisdom Global

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Aug 2025

Latest episode

9 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Jul 2026

   Thinking Future with Charlotte Kemp

   The conversation with Charlotte Camp covers her journey to becoming a futurist, the evolution of purpose and passion, the role of AI in the future, critical thinking and scenario planning, the impact of AI on society, creating impact with futures thinking, and her experience as an author and defining her purpose. The conversation covers topics related to identity, belonging, retirement, career planning, coaching, growth mindset, impact of words and stories, leadership, and the wisdom of slowing down and being curious. The speakers discuss their experiences and insights, emphasizing the importance of embracing an unretirable mindset and the impact of words and stories on identity and perception. They also explore the significance of career planning, coaching, and the growth mindset in professional development. Takeaways Futures thinking and strategic foresight are essential for preparing for the future. Purpose and passion can evolve over time and through different seasons of life. Identity and belonging Unretirable mindset Chapters 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qin6BWHNxo&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=2) Authoring Books and Defining Purpose 27:51 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qin6BWHNxo&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=2&t=1671s) Identity and Belonging in Africa and Europe 34:07 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qin6BWHNxo&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=2&t=2047s) Career Planning and Portfolio Careers 41:35 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qin6BWHNxo&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=2&t=2495s) Impact of Words and Stories on Identity and Perception 47:39 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qin6BWHNxo&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=2&t=2859s) Wisdom of Slowing Down and Being Curious

2. 

   9 Jul 2026

   Telling Your Leadership Story with Deborah Henley

   The conversation delves into the speaker's experiences growing up in Hong Kong and transitioning to boarding school in England, defining the concept of a leadership story, discussing cultural adaptability and authenticity, exploring the relationship between passion, purpose, and career journey, introducing the Real Leadership Program, and emphasizing the importance of purpose, passion, and human value. The speaker also shares the wisdom of living true to oneself. Takeaways Cultural adaptability and authenticity are critical for career success. Passion and purpose are intertwined and drive personal and professional growth. Living true to oneself is essential for a fulfilling life and career. Chapters 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NW_v7DJYguI&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=3) Life in Hong Kong and Boarding School in England 09:06 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NW_v7DJYguI&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=3&t=546s) Passion, Purpose, and Career Journey 18:19 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NW_v7DJYguI&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=3&t=1099s) The Real Leadership Program 39:16 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NW_v7DJYguI&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=3&t=2356s) Purpose, Passion, and Human Value 53:10 Living True to Yourself

3. 

   9 Jul 2026

   Building Human Connection with Kerrie Phipps

   Unlock the power of human connection! In this episode, we dive deep with Kerrie Phipps, an international speaker and coach, as she shares insights on confidence and the importance of connecting with others. Discover how to break barriers and foster genuine relationships in a world increasingly dominated by technology. Key takeaways: The significance of human connection in our lives. How to overcome the fear of talking to strangers. The role of encouragement in personal growth. Strategies for fostering meaningful conversations. Timestamps: 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4oQB3yl2TQ&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=4) Introduction 00:27 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4oQB3yl2TQ&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=4&t=27s) Meet Kerrie Phipps 01:12 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4oQB3yl2TQ&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=4&t=72s) The importance of human connection 02:20 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4oQB3yl2TQ&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=4&t=140s) Overcoming fear in conversations 04:16 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4oQB3yl2TQ&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=4&t=256s) The impact of encouragement 06:40 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4oQB3yl2TQ&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=4&t=400s) How to talk to strangers 08:20 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4oQB3yl2TQ&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=4&t=500s) Amplifying goodness in conversations 10:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4oQB3yl2TQ&list=PLCcN_Uo_bHr1QFcgB07cQByxwYyqLsSm8&index=4&t=600s) The role of technology in human interaction What's your biggest challenge with connecting to others? Drop it in the comments! Subscribe for weekly insights on building confidence and fostering connections!

4. 

   15 May 2026

   Inspiring Creators with Pravin Shekar

   The conversation with Praveen Shekhar covers a wide range of topics, including the importance of passion-driven marketing, the impact of multiple interests, the power of co-creation, overcoming the fear of rejection, and the influence of positive circles. Praveen shares insights on identifying purpose and passion, starting over, and strategic branding. He also discusses the significance of creativity as a human instinct and provides advice on breaking through midlife crises. Takeaways Passion-driven marketing Importance of multiple interests The power of co-creation Overcoming the fear of rejection The impact of positive circles

5. 

   25 Apr 2026

   Unlocking the Power of Play with Trudi Boatwright

   Trudy, an experiential learning expert, shares her journey into the power of play and experiential learning. She emphasizes the importance of playfulness in professional speaking, corporate environments, and everyday life. Trudy advocates for reconnecting to playfulness and the human renaissance, promoting a life without retirement. Takeaways The power of play in learning and professional speaking Incorporating playfulness in everyday life Chapters 00:00 The Power of Play 08:11 The Power of Imagination 13:14 Incorporating Playfulness in Everyday Life 22:00 Reconnecting to Playfulness 27:30 Unretirable Wisdom

6. 

   21 Mar 2026

   Coaching for clarity and Focus with Dr. Avnesh Ratnanesan

   The conversation covers the concept of retirement, retirement planning, financial strategy, impact and purpose in retirement, the power of the fifties, early planning for retirement, finding purpose and passion, transition to professional speaking, goals and objectives for professional speaking business, and financial goals and business models. The key takeaways include the unretirable mindset, impactful professional speaking, and financial planning for retirement. The conversation covers a range of topics related to entrepreneurship, leadership, business challenges, and market perception. Key takeaways include the importance of market needs and real value, profitability mentality and cash flow, and the key trait of focus for successful entrepreneurs. The chapters explore practical application of entrepreneurial skills, leadership and communication, market perception, business objectives, international speaking engagements, investment in R&D and marketing, event profitability, team building, business development, market understanding, sales challenges, insights and new awareness, profitability, business focus, market needs, value proposition, abundance mindset, business models, business model focus, and entrepreneurial wisdom. Takeaways Unretirable mindset Impactful professional speaking Financial planning for retirement Market needs and real value are crucial for business success Profitability mentality and cash flow are essential for business sustainability Focus is a key trait for successful entrepreneurs Chapters 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfHvv6NoU60) Financial Goals and Business Models 01:15:00 Entrepreneurial Wisdom and Focus

7. 

   17 Oct 2025

   Making a Difference in the Lives of Young People

   In this episode of Waves of Wisdom, Dr. Amwar shares his inspiring journey from a humble upbringing in the Maldives to becoming a pivotal figure in the education sector. He discusses his early life, the importance of education, and his passion for teaching disadvantaged children. Dr. Amwar reflects on his leadership roles in the Foreign Ministry and the Ministry of Education, highlighting significant advancements in the Maldives' education system. He emphasizes the establishment of higher education institutions, particularly Villa College, and the impact of quality education on the community. The conversation concludes with insights on the philosophy of unretirement, lifelong learning, and the importance of serving others.

8. 

   14 Oct 2025

   Making a Difference in the Lives of Young People with Dr. Ahmed Anwar Teaser

   In this 30th milestone episode of Waves Wisdom, we set down with a renowned Maldivian, Dr. Ahmed Anwar, the Rector of Villa College, who played an important role in the distribution of education across Maldives and also who started and built the best college in Maldives, Villa College. In this heartwarming conversation, Dr. Anwar spoke about his childhood education, how he was part of education transformation across Maldives, and how the first College in Maldives started. We will be releasing this episode on 17th October 2025, on the occasion of the 18th Anniversary of Villa College. Await, to watch this amazing episode.

9. 

   12 Sept 2025

   Achieving abundance with Eugene Seah

   Achieving abundance with Eugene Seah

10. 

    2 Sept 2025

    Lead with Purpose and Leave a Legacy with Sivakumar Palaniappan

    Summary In this episode of Waves of Wisdom, Iyaz Waheed interviews Sivakumar Palaniappan, a leadership alchemist with over 20 years of corporate experience. They discuss Sivakumar's journey from a small village in India to becoming a renowned speaker and trainer. The conversation delves into the importance of finding one's purpose, the role of mindset in personal development, and the significance of human-centric leadership in today's fast-paced world. Sivakumar emphasizes the need for leaders to embrace technology while maintaining a focus on people, and he shares insights on how to leave a lasting legacy through impactful leadership. Takeaways Sivakumar's journey began with a strong belief in education. He transformed himself through language training and public speaking. Leadership is fundamentally about understanding human behavior. Purpose drives long-term commitment more than passion. Organizations need a solid leadership pipeline for success. Mindset is crucial for personal and professional growth. Technology should enhance, not replace, human interaction. Leaders must empower their teams to foster growth. Legacy is built through impactful actions and teachings. Self-awareness is key to personal transformation.

11. 

    26 Aug 2025

    Episode 27: Diriving Strength Driven, Solution Focused Culture with Sunil Hasmukharay

    Episode 27: Diriving Strength Driven, Solution Focused Culture with Sunil Hasmukharay

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