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Real English Conversations: Amy Whitney & Curtis Davies - English Podcast
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In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Alvin Day, Executive Director of the Global Empowerment Institute, international leadership coach, and author of If Caterpillars Can Fly, So Can I, Persuasion Power, and more.

For more than 25 years, Alvin has empowered executives and professionals at multinational companies like Colgate, Pepsi, Nestlé, Campbell’s, Valvoline, and the Central Bank of Jamaica, helping leaders grow influence, confidence, and resilience in today’s fast-changing world.

🌍 From his roots in Jamaica to coaching executives across the globe, Alvin’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and practical wisdom.

In this episode, Alvin shares:

  • The inspiring message behind If Caterpillars Can Fly, So Can I 🐛🦋

  • A principle of persuasion every professional can use today to influence effectively

  • Leadership lessons that remain universal across cultures

  • How “ordinary” people can lead from wherever they are

  • Strategies for building confidence when self-doubt takes over

  • Why empowering employees leads to stronger organizations

  • His vision for developing the next generation of leaders


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🌐 Website: AlvinDay.com
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