What does impactful leadership look like at just 20 years old? with Ana Díaz Norris

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The Impactors Podcast with Genevieve Hodge

Genevieve Hodge

10 episodes

1 week ago

Welcome to The Impactors Podcast. Subscribe here and I'll let you know when the next podcast is out: 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/53h9p3w9 __________ This is your space for inspiring stories of leadership, hope and positive impact in a challenging world. I’m Genevieve Hodge—Leadership Coach, Inner Development Goals Ambassador, and a lifelong believer in the power of personal growth to create powerful ripple effects. At the end of 2024, I travelled to Sweden twice to dive deep into the 'Inner Development Goals', and what I discovered changed everything. It became crystal clear: our global sustainability crisis isn’t just about systems failing. It’s about disconnection. From ourselves. From each other. From the planet. But here’s the good news—there is hope. Because everywhere I looked, I saw people doing the inner work. Leading with courage, clarity, and compassion. People just like you, showing up to make a difference, not by being perfect, but by being real and ready to grow. That’s why I created "The Impactors Podcast", to shine a light on those stories. To explore how inner growth leads to outer impact. And to remind you that leadership isn’t a title—it’s a way of being. So if you're here to grow, to lead, and to make your mark—you're in the right place. And if something in these conversations lights a spark in you? I’d love to hear from you. Let’s connect and explore how we can grow the impact, together. Let’s rise—and lead the change the world is calling for. Genevieve PS - Subscribe here and I'll let you know when the next podcast is out: 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/53h9p3w9 _____________________________________________________________________

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What does impactful leadership look like at just 20 years old? with Ana Díaz Norris

The Impactors Podcast with Genevieve Hodge

37 minutes

3 months ago

What does impactful leadership look like at just 20 years old? with Ana Díaz Norris

What if the next generation of leaders are already here - showing us what courage, heart, and purpose in action truly looks like?

In this episode, I sit down with fellow Ambassador for the Inner Development Goals, Ana Díaz Norris, a 20-year-old biotechnology student, volunteer paramedic, youth leader, and all-round force for good. And let me tell you, age has nothing to do with impact. Her story is a beautiful reminder that leadership doesn’t start with a title… it starts with a spark — and a deep desire to do good.

This conversation left me inspired, hopeful, and energised — and I know it will do the same for you.

Key Takeaways for Ambitious New Women Leaders & HR Leaders:

Start where you are - Leadership isn’t about waiting until you have the job title, it’s about taking aligned action, right now.
Volunteering as leadership training - Ana shares how serving others has shaped her confidence, perspective and values, building the kind of leadership that begins from within.
Purpose as your compass - Discover how tuning into what lights you up can keep you grounded and clear — even in uncertain times.
The IDGs as a personal toolkit - We dive into how the Inner Development Goals have helped both of us lead and live with greater clarity, connection and intention.
Deep listening as an act of leadership - Ana’s personal reflection on how learning to truly listen has transformed her relationships — and why it’s the missing skill in so many workplaces.
Hope through human connection - In a world full of noise and overwhelm, Ana reminds us that connection — even with strangers — is where we find strength, hope, and belonging.

Favourite Quote from Ana:
“Volunteering isn’t just about giving. It’s about growing — and getting back so much more than you ever expected.”

Why This Episode Matters:

If you’re leading a team, mentoring emerging talent, or stepping into leadership yourself, Ana’s story is living proof that impact doesn’t come from age or experience, it comes from heart, action, and intention.
Whether you’re 20, 35, or 55, the tools and mindset Ana shares are timeless.

Next Step for Listeners:

If today’s episode sparked something inside you, don’t let it fade.

Download my free guide: The Top 5 Success Strategies Every Woman Leader Needs

For more information visit my website www.genevievehodge.com and book a free call with me to explore how my Empowered Leadership Method can support you or your new leaders to grow into the confident, courageous leaders the world needs right now.

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