Cherokee Values Empowerment with Cynthia M. Ruiz

<p>Dr. Fred speaks today with professor, bestselling author, executive coach, and mother, Cynthia M. Ruiz (Cherokee Name: Lion Mother). Coming from blended cultures (Latina and Native American), Cynthia enjoys a passion for life and an appreciation of the gifts of Mother Nature.</p> <p>Cynthia has received over 78 accolades and awards for her leadership and service to the community. She currently serves as the President of the LA City multibillion-dollar pension fund. She was named a  Latina Influencer by Hispanic Lifestyle Magazine. Cynthia holds a Masters of Science Degree in Counseling and has completed a Leadership Course at Harvard University, John F Kennedy School of Government.</p> <p>As a Leadership Expert and a Latina Influencer her passion is teaching others to rise to their power. Her Cherokee values have inspired her to share lessons she has learned from her ancestors.</p> <p>Here's a slice of what you'll hear Steven and Dr. Fred discuss in today's lively conversation:</p> <ul><li style="font-weight:400;">Balancing humility and confidence</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Leadership as the ability to influence others (not a popularity contest)</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Why we are never “stuck” with past decisions</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Being authentic and leading by example</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">integrity as “doing the right thing when no one is looking”</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">The tendency of women to lead from social power & men to lead from individual power</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">The power of not seeing anyone as an enemy</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Self-forgiveness as a key to freedom and empowerment</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Recent positive developments in the Latino community</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Cherokee culture has always been matriarchal</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Overcoming a violent rape at 17 years old</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Startling statistic: 1 out of 2 Native women are sexual