Episode 9

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30th Apr 2025

Becoming a Visible Leader – with Marnee Downing [S3, EP9]

In this episode, I'm joined by Marnee Downing, Call Centre Director at Amen Clinics – and a former LinkedIn visibility coaching client.

Marnee shares her inspiring career journey, from working in the auto insurance sector to leading a thriving care team in the healthcare industry. We talk about finding purpose at work, becoming more visible in leadership roles, and what it means to be a “people gardener.”

Marnee opens up about her childhood, the impact of her father’s schizophrenia, and how those experiences shaped her desire to serve others. She talks candidly about the turning point in her career – when she found her voice, spoke up, and discovered her unique leadership style.

We also dive into Marnee’s mentoring philosophy, her leadership transitions, and the value of showing up – both in person and online. If you’ve ever doubted your leadership potential or struggled with visibility, Marnee’s story will remind you of the power of purpose, persistence, and owning your voice.

What we covered:

✨ How Marnee transitioned from the insurance industry to healthcare

✨ The eight-interview process that brought her to Amen Clinics

✨ The impact of childhood experiences on her leadership style

✨ Why she calls herself a "people gardener" – and what that means

✨ Her approach to mentoring and helping others grow

✨ Navigating leadership with care, clarity, and compassion

✨ The role faith, purpose, and values played in her career

✨ Why it’s time to stop keeping your brilliant thoughts to yourself

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🔗 Connect with Marnee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marneedowning/

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My name is Mildred Talabi. I’ve spent the past decade plus mastering the art of personal branding in my career, as a former journalist and communications professional, and in my business which has taken on various forms over the years.

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Mildred Talabi

Mildred Talabi has spent the last decade mastering the art of personal branding in both her career and business as a former Journalist and PR and Communications professional.

Today she specialises in helping female leaders build powerful and authentic personal brands through being visible on LinkedIn.

She is a recognised LinkedIn Influencer, with over 50,000 followers, a 4x published author and the founder of Visible Women Tribe - a global membership community for high-achieving women in business and leadership.

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