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From "You'll Never Be Good Enough" to Meeting Prince William | The Story of Jacynth Ivey MBE
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Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Jacynth Ivey MBE, a trailblazing leader whose journey from the daughter of Windrush generation immigrants to becoming the first Black Chief Nurse in the West Midlands will leave you inspired and empowered.
In this powerful episode of the Virtually Anything Goes podcast, Jacynth opens up about the obstacles she faced, the microaggressions she navigated, and the resilience she built from childhood through to receiving an MBE from His Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales in 2024. From being told she'd "never make anything of herself" to transforming healthcare leadership, her story is a testament to courage, faith, and unwavering determination.
Discover the leadership lessons that shaped a pioneer, including the unexpected turning point that changed her career trajectory, the power of servant leadership rooted in Christian faith, and why she ultimately chose to leave her executive role on her own terms. Jacynth shares invaluable advice for current and aspiring leaders about self-awareness, embracing difference, and why obstacles aren't failures but are part of your journey.
This isn't just another leadership interview, it's a masterclass in resilience, authentic storytelling, and creating spaces where everyone can shine. Whether you're navigating your own career challenges, leading diverse teams, or simply seeking inspiration, Jacynth's wisdom will resonate deeply.
Don't miss the "Virtually Anything Goes" question at the end, where Lev faces Jacynth's thought-provoking challenge about bold moves without limitations!
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Jacynth Ivey MBE is an Author,, Executive Coach, and Non-Executive Director for the NHS. Connect with Jacynth Ivey MBE on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacynth-ivey-mbe-6647192b/
Website: https://jacynthivey.com/
Lev Cribb is the Founder and Managing Director of Made To See, a UK-based Video and Livestreaming Agency, specialising in the strategic and tactical use of video across B2B organisations. Lev is also the host of the Virtually Anything Goes podcast.
Made To See: https://madetosee.com/
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Chapters
1. Welcome And Guest Introduction (00:00:00)
2. What was the young Jacynth like and how did your early life shape you? (00:02:26)
3. What was your first leadership lesson in life? (00:08:16)
4. How did you make your early career choices? (00:11:26)
5. What obstacles did you encounter along the way as your progressed into leadership? (00:15:20)
6. Was there a conversation that changed the trajectory of your career? (00:21:28)
7. What leadership struggles do you encounter most when you coach leaders? (00:27:31)
8. What or who inspires you, and how do you inspire others? (00:32:23)
9. How does your Christian faith contribute to your leadership style? (00:35:45)
10. What was it like to receive an MBE from Prince William? (00:37:45)
11. What is leadership to you and how do you define it? (00:41:55)
12. What advice do you have for people in leadership? (00:43:21)
13. Jacynth's "Virtually Anything Goes" question for Lev (00:47:06)
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