In this episode of The Million Dollar Podcast, host Ramneek Wayne welcomes Suzanne Newton, the Mayor and West Ward Councillor at Darebin City Council, to discuss her journey into politics, the importance of youth involvement, and the challenges faced in political representation. Suzanne shares her experiences and insights on being a role model, the significance of diversity in politics, and how to define success in a political role. The conversation emphasizes the need for young leaders to pursue their passions and be critical of the influencers they follow.
Our links:
The Million Dollar Podcast Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheMillionCo
Website - https://ramneekwayne.com/
Ramneek's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/isitwayne/ & https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramneekwayne
Our Guests Links:
Susanne's socials https://www.facebook.com/susannenewton/
https://www.instagram.com/susannenewton/?hl=en
Key Takeaways
- Suzanne emphasizes the importance of role models in politics.
- Youth should find their passion and pursue it fearlessly.
- Diversity in politics is crucial for representation.
- Challenges in politics include bullying and harassment.
- Support from peers is vital for overcoming political challenges.
- Young leaders can emerge from any community.
- Success in politics can be measured in both small and large impacts.
- Influencers should be scrutinized for their credibility.
- Engagement with young people is essential for effective governance.
- Politics can be a rewarding career despite its challenges.
🔖 politics, youth, role models, influencers, community leadership, diversity, success, climate action, representation, women's rights
Chapters
00:00 - Welcome to The Million Dollar Podcast
01:50 - Suzanne's Journey into Politics
05:34 - The Role of Youth in Politics
10:47 - Challenges in Political Representation
15:32 - The Importance of Role Models
20:34 - Defining Success as a Mayor
25:16 - Influencers and the Youth
28:16 - Advice for Young Leaders
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