What is Leadership? With Megan Powers
From Making a Marketer by Megan C. Powers
November 7, 2025 · 12 min · Season 9 · Episode 180
About this episode
Megan Powers reflects on her leadership journey and the challenges of balancing various roles while emphasizing the importance of mentorship and listener engagement.
In this reflective solo episode of Making a Marketer, host Megan Powers shares her journey through a whirlwind of travel, professional obligations, and personal milestones. As the incoming president of the San Diego chapter of Meeting Professionals International, Megan discusses the challenges of balancing leadership roles while maintaining the quality and consistency of the podcast. This candid conversation touches on the realities of leadership, emphasizing that it's normal not to have it all at once. Megan reflects on her commitment to the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, celebrating 20 years of fundraising, and the importance of mentorship in the events industry. Key Themes: - Leadership Realities: Megan shares her experiences and insights on what it means to lead in a volunteer organization, highlighting the importance of teamwork and support. - The Importance of Mentorship: Discover how every member can serve as a mentor, shaping the future of the industry and fostering a sense of belonging. - Balancing Act: Megan discusses the challenges of juggling professional responsibilities, personal commitments, and the passion for delivering valuable content to listeners…
People in this episode
Host: Megan Powers
Topics covered
- Leadership Realities
- Importance of Mentorship
- Balancing Professional and Personal Life
- Engagement with Listeners
Keywords
- leadership
- mentorship
- podcast
- professional development
- events industry
- balancing act
- Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: San Diego chapter of Meeting Professionals International
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