The Achievement Index: Prioritize, Leverage, Execute

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  • It’s easy to look at successful leaders and think they’ve got it all figured out. The truth is, the most amazing leaders have more failures than most people. They get nervous, even scared, but they do it anyway. On “The Achievement Index: Prioritize, Leverage, Execute,” we will uncover the secrets of high performers. What makes them that way? And how can you also become a high performing individual? Find out your own Achievement Index by taking the assessment here - https://www.theachievementindex.com/ Brought to you by the Apollo Strategy Group
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  • Tunua Thrash-Ntuk: Overcoming Fear by Living in What Lights You Up

    Tunua Thrash-Ntuk: Overcoming Fear by Living in What Lights You Up
    Dec 13 2023
    On this week's episode, Apollo Emeka is joined by Tunua Thrash-Ntuk, the president and CEO of The Center by Lendistry, a nonprofit organization who aims to impact small businesses in underserved communities by providing necessary business resources for success. Tunua has dedicated over two decades of her life to public service, leading impactful initiatives to build better communities.Throughout the interview, Tunua emphasizes the vital role of leadership and provides insightful advice for those aspiring to enhance their careers. She discusses how leaders must stay grounded in the intent of their work, striving always to bring in fresh perspectives and ideas. For Tunua, the key to harmony among the different roles in life– from the professional realm to the personal– is identifying the overlap between them. By integrating different aspects of her life, she nurtures her values and fulfills her goals in each area. Lastly, Tunua confronts the common fear and doubt that can arise in one's journey. She empowers listeners to stand strong amid uncertainty, highlighting gratitude as an effective tool. By focusing on the assets and support they already have, individuals can confidently step forward in service to others. Thus, she invites listeners to lean into this mindset, taking one small step at a time towards their goals.—Guest BioWith a public service career spanning more than two decades, Tunua Thrash-Ntuk has led racial equity initiatives and billion-dollar governmental programs to build better communities for those in greatest need.As a community development professional, she has championed equitable economic inclusion and programs centered on uplifting businesses owned by women, immigrants, and people of color to ensure the survival of diverse communities in Los Angeles. As California builds an unprecedented level of affordable housing to solve its housing crisis, Tunua led the effort around groundbreaking legislation, AB 2873 (Jones-Sawyer). Signed into law by Governor Newsom on September 13, 2022, AB 2873 will increase contracting to diverse-owned construction and professional services firms who are severely underrepresented in the industry. As President and CEO of The Center by Lendistry, Tunua centers diverse and ready to be served small businesses to ensure access to the resources, technical assistance, and economic opportunities needed for success. The Center’s work begins with small businesses but also encompasses the communities in which they do business by elevating affordable housing and other community development revitalization efforts. Before joining The Center, Tunua served as Executive Director of the Los Angeles Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC LA), where she oversaw efforts to forge resilient communities through neighborhood revitalization, affordable housing, and small business empowerment. In 2020, Tunua led the partnership with the City and County of Los Angeles for the LA COVID-19 Regional Recovery Fund, equitably distributing$100 million in grants to microenterprises, small businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19. Prior to joining LISC, Tunua served as Executive Director of West Angeles Community Development Corporation – where she led the growth of a $150 million real estate portfolio. Tunua serves on the Long Beach Advisory Commission for Women and Girls (LBCWG) and on the board of Southern California Association of Non-Profit Housing (SCANPH). She is a graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) where she earned her Master’s in City Planning as well as an alumna of UC Berkeley where she received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies.—Guest PLE ScorePrioritize - 52%Leverage - 28%Execute - 20%—Guest Quote“When you ask, ‘how do you overcome fear?’ I've decided is that, as I lean into gratitude, it is about making sure that I am giving to others while I am in that fear mode. So if I'm in fear mode, that means that there is some sort of service project, some sort of activity that I could be doing based on what I have that is grounding me at base camp: that team of people, that family, others who are supporting me. I have that, and I know others don't all have that. And if I have that, then there's no need for me to fear. I can continue to go out and take that next step, even if it's a small one, which can lead to a bigger one going forward.” – Tunua Thrash-Ntuk—Time Stamps *(03:09) Tunua's Achievement Index*(06:02) How to layer all your identities together succesfully*(08:08) Leveraging technology in both your personal and professional lives*(09:03) Overcoming the challenge of competing priorities*(15:33) Why it's important to constantly keep your mind open*(18:09) Living in what lights you up*(22:45) Leaning on your convinctions*(26:47) Where Tunua executes most in her life*(29:36) Respect your team's time*(31:53) Not letting fear take control of your life*(37:45) Apollo’s Takeaways—LinksFind out...
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    41 m
  • Colleen Wong: Fostering Harmony and Empowering Others

    Colleen Wong: Fostering Harmony and Empowering Others
    Nov 29 2023
    In this week’s episode, Apollo is joined by Colleen Wong, the VP of Development at Venture for America, a nonprofit organization that is devoted to building a future of entrepreneurship. With extensive experience in neuroscience, comparative religion, and social science research, Colleen has dedicated her career to supporting entrepreneurship and enterprises that align with socially conscious values. In the conversation, she sheds light on her career and the role leadership played in shaping it.Acknowledging her strengths in leveraging resources, Colleen agreed with her Achievement Assessment results which highlighted that she seldom executes tasks directly but rather mobilizes others to get tasks done. She stated that her strong leverage mindset enables her to tap into various knowledge bases and create robust solutions.Colleen emphasizes the importance of practicing a collaborative approach to leadership. Using concrete examples from her professional life, she outlines her strategies for bringing stakeholders from various sectors together to achieve common goals. This approach not only ensures all stakeholder voices are heard but also addresses competing priorities efficiently and effectively. Colleen firmly believes in sharing stories and experiences as a crucial component in fostering meaningful connections and collaborations.In spite of facing grim realities in her quest for social impact, Colleen shares her thoughts on maintaining focus and motivation. She acknowledges that achieving change isn’t easy and requires determination, resilience, and a robust support system. Though goals may not always be met and challenges abound, she advises leaders to be realistic and grounded in their approach, yet unafraid to dream big.—Guest BioBorn and raised in San Francisco, Colleen was initially allergic to, but not immune to the tech and startup fever that infiltrated the city. It wasn’t until she participated in a traveling hackathon as an adult that she realized the power of business as a vehicle for scaling change and social transformation.Prior to joining VFA, Colleen led programs and partnerships at various organizations focused on supporting entrepreneurship including the Global Entrepreneurship Network, Endeavor Global, StartupBus, and the American Sustainable Business Network. She has also worn multiple hats with social enterprises, think tanks, and corporate social responsibility programs including research, communications, business development, and strategy for IBM Blockchain, JP Morgan Chase Advancing Black Pathways, ConsenSys, SAP Next-Gen, Mercy Corps, Amnesty International, New America, Ascena Retail Group, Johnson & Johnson, and ViiV Healthcare.With a unique interdisciplinary background in neuroscience, comparative religion, and social science research, she is insatiably curious about what drives behavior, always seeking to uncover data-informed, actionable insights. She believes in harnessing the power of holistic storytelling, inclusive strategy, and stakeholder engagement to steer private and public sector organizations towards socially conscious values and practices.During her free time, she enjoys writing, hiking, gardening, urban exploration, and bringing people from all backgrounds together through food and shared experiences. A first-generation Burmese American, she hopes to raise capital for an early-stage fund and venture studio in Southeast Asia.—Guest PLE ScoreLeverage - 64%Prioritize - 32%Execute - 4%—Guest Quote“Staying focused in this work requires a lot of grit and perseverance. I tell my colleagues and peers in this space to not burn out, and to continue doing the best that we can. At the end of the day, we feel good that we're doing because we have tried our best, and that's what keeps me going in this space.” – Colleen Wong—Time Stamps *(03:25) Colleen's Achievement Index*(05:06) Conducting the perfect amount of research*(07:46) How to unite stakeholders reaching for opposing goals*(13:53) Executing through others*(15:56) Why you should focus on your North Star*(19:24) Maintaining motivation in tough times*(21:39) How to solve Big, Wicked Problems*(29:25) Why don't people share their stories?*(31:44) Apollo’s Takeaways—LinksFind out YOUR Achievement IndexConnect with Colleen Wong on LinkedIn Learn more about Venture for AmericaConnect with Dr. Apollo Emeka on LinkedInLearn more about Apollo Strategy Group
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    34 m
  • Olivia Brooks Allan: Generating Business Results by Leading with the Head and the Heart

    Olivia Brooks Allan: Generating Business Results by Leading with the Head and the Heart
    Nov 15 2023

    In today’s episode, Apollo engages in a conversation with Olivia Brooks Allan, Executive Vice President at Landmark Ventures. The discussion revolves around important topics such as leadership, team building, and the significance of embracing one's authentic self in the professional realm. Olivia emphasizes the value of recognizing and harnessing the unique superpowers of each of her team members, fostering a safe environment for open communication, and delivering feedback with empathy to promote growth and development.

    Olivia also shares insights on the role of caregiving in shaping her leadership style and the importance of balancing head and heart in decision-making and prioritization. Emphasizing the importance of reflecting on accomplishments and celebrating them, Olivia stresses the value of data-driven decision-making in strategic planning and goal setting.

    Overall, the interview showcases Olivia Brooks Allan's perspective on effective leadership, team dynamics, and the blending of personal and professional aspects of life. Her insights offer valuable lessons for aspiring leaders seeking to build strong teams, support individual growth, and navigate the complexities of modern professional environments.

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    Guest Bio

    Olivia Brooks Allan is the Executive Vice President at Landmark Ventures, a leading strategic and financial advisory firm offering a unique combination of venture development and global investment banking services. She is responsible for the success of all aspects of Landmark’s events business including leading an experienced group of event directors and production staff, thereby shaping the vision for all elements of year-round events including partnerships, production, marketing, communications, programming, operations, logistics, growth, and ongoing innovations. 

    Previously, Olivia has been a successful leader within corporations with recognizable brands including American Express, Gartner, Four Seasons, The Peninsula, and Taj Hotels, and more recently with Mastercard. Throughout the past 19 years, she has focused on business development, management, marketing, and public relations. As an independent consultant to the events industry, Olivia developed and executed high-end event projects for corporations and individuals. 

    Olivia is recognized as a leader who creates long-term and mutually beneficial relationships between clients and service providers. Her signature management style is delivering impactful results by energetically guiding her team in an environment where they flourish professionally. Olivia was the recipient of The President’s Club Award of Achievement twice during her tenure at American Express.

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    Guest PLE Score

    • Prioritize - 60%
    • Leverage - 32%
    • Execute - 8%

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    Guest Quote

    “I think we have a responsibility as leaders to understand: ‘What are the superpowers I need? Do I have too many of one? Do I have too little of another?’ And then really watching your team to see if they're moving into a different space of their career and helping them to figure out where they can use their superpowers best.” - Olivia Brooks Allan

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    Time Stamps 

    *(3:05) Olivia's Achievement Index

    *(4:28) What's on Olivia's mind

    *(9:07) Looking just over the horizon when identifying business goals

    *(11:43) When the world pivoted in 2020

    *(15:06) How Olivia's team maintained all their clients during the pandemic

    *(18:44) Everyone has their own superpower

    *(21:50) Lessons from being a caregiver

    *(26:41) Why you need to set aside your ego 

    *(32:46) Delivering effective feedback with empathy

    *(37:09) Matters of the head vs matters of the heart

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    Links

    • Find out YOUR Achievement Index
    • Connect with Olivia Brooks Allan on LinkedIn
    • Learn more about Landmark Ventures
    • Connect with Dr. Apollo Emeka on LinkedIn
    • Learn more about Apollo Strategy Group
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    43 m
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