Joanna Ogunleye
I'm passionate about mentorship, story telling and podcast.
Personal highlights:
Host of Empower & Elevate Podcast – redefining mentorship and sponsorship.
Author of Courtship & Romance – God’s Way.
28 years as a technology leader and mentor.
Advocate for women in technology, leadership, and diversity.
God's Masterpiece
I'm a mentor, author and podcast host.
Joanna's Journey:
From Curiosity to Community and Impact
Joanna built her platform from a desire to turn candid conversation into actionable change. She started as a mentor and women in tech advocate, then launched a podcast to distill real-life lessons from mentees, and leaders. She is also an accomplished author.
Credentials: Published author, mentor, tech leader and podcast host. Featured in Spotify and Apple podcasts and writer platforms. Values: clarity, consistency, creativity, empathy & purpose driven.
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Empower Elevate hosts multiple podcast series — each focused on career, creativity, and practical growth. Browse shows below and pick the one that fits where you are today.
Empower & Elevate with Joanna
Practical conversations and tools to grow confidence, career, and creativity—without being overwhelm.
Join Joanna each week for honest interviews, actionable strategies, and get practical steps you can implement now .
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Latest Episodes, Videos, and Articles to Explore
Hand-picked episodes, short videos, and articles to help you ship better work and move forward. Tune in!
Season 6 Episode 5 - Protecting Your Purpose: Boundaries, Burnout & Sustainable Excellence
Success should never come at the expense of your peace. In today's fast-paced world, we're constantly encouraged to do more, be more, and achieve more. But true leadership isn't measured by how busy you are—it's measured by how well you steward your purpose, your energy, and your impact. In this epi...
Season 6 Episode 4: The Confidence Economy: Why Self-Trust Is Your Greatest Asset
"Confidence isn't believing you'll never fail. It's believing you'll be okay even if you do." Confidence isn't just a feeling—it's a strategic advantage. In today's rapidly changing world, opportunities often go to those who are willing to step forward, speak up, and trust themselves before they hav...
Season 6 Episode 3 - Leading Without a Title: How to Build Authority Before Promotion
Many professionals believe leadership begins when they receive a title. But the truth is, leadership starts long before promotion arrives. In this episode of Empower & Elevate with Joanna, we explore how to build influence, credibility, and authority regardless of your position on the organizational...