"Live Fully. Die Empty.” with Wyndi Tagi

An episode of the Baskets Of Knowledge podcast, hosted by Prajesh Chhanabhai; Tane Whitehead, titled ""Live Fully. Die Empty.” with Wyndi Tagi" was published on April 21, 2025 and runs 54 minutes.

April 21, 2025 ·54m · Baskets Of Knowledge

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Summary

This episode might just wake you up.We sit down with Wyndi Tagi, international speaker, business founder, cancer warrior, proud Māori wāhine, and unapologetic force of nature. Her story? It’s not just inspiring, it’s a roadmap for what it means to live on your own terms, challenge norms, and lead with heart.Wyndi is the co-founder of WE Mana, an accounting and business advisory firm that grew into a movement. But her journey didn’t start with business school or a corporate ladder. In fact, she doesn’t even have a university degree.What does she have? Lived experience. Cultural strength. Deep self-awareness. And a powerful reason why.In this honest and moving conversation, Wyndi talks about:💥 How facing cancer forced her to reimagine life and legacy🌺 Why she chose to build a business that uplifts Māori and Pacific communities🌍 Her bold move to create an outsourcing centre in Samoa driven by values, not margins📖 The power of storytelling and cultural identity on global stages👣 How her moko kauae became a symbol of not just pride but purposeWe also dive into powerful leadership themes: Why “work-life balance” is outdated and what work-life integration really looks likeWhat to do when your purpose fills your cup but the world tries to put you in a boxHow to lead with integrity in a world full of “sayers” who don’t “do”This episode is for:→ Entrepreneurs craving meaning over metrics→ Leaders tired of living someone else’s version of success→ Māori and Pacific people rewriting the rules of business→ Anyone navigating purpose, burnout, or the desire to do more with the time we’ve been givenBecause as Wyndi reminds us: “Challenges aren’t in the way—they’re on the way.”And if you’re still waiting for the right moment to chase your purpose? This is it.🎙️ LISTEN NOW on Spotify📺 WATCH FULL EPISODE on YouTube:🔔 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this message.EnjoyPrajesh and Tane

Episode Description

This episode might just wake you up.

We sit down with Wyndi Tagi, international speaker, business founder, cancer warrior, proud Māori wāhine, and unapologetic force of nature. Her story? It’s not just inspiring, it’s a roadmap for what it means to live on your own terms, challenge norms, and lead with heart.

Wyndi is the co-founder of WE Mana, an accounting and business advisory firm that grew into a movement. But her journey didn’t start with business school or a corporate ladder. In fact, she doesn’t even have a university degree.

What does she have? Lived experience. Cultural strength. Deep self-awareness. And a powerful reason why.

In this honest and moving conversation, Wyndi talks about:
💥 How facing cancer forced her to reimagine life and legacy
🌺 Why she chose to build a business that uplifts Māori and Pacific communities
🌍 Her bold move to create an outsourcing centre in Samoa driven by values, not margins
📖 The power of storytelling and cultural identity on global stages
👣 How her moko kauae became a symbol of not just pride but purpose

We also dive into powerful leadership themes:
Why “work-life balance” is outdated and what work-life integration really looks like
What to do when your purpose fills your cup but the world tries to put you in a box
How to lead with integrity in a world full of “sayers” who don’t “do”

This episode is for:
→ Entrepreneurs craving meaning over metrics
→ Leaders tired of living someone else’s version of success
→ Māori and Pacific people rewriting the rules of business
→ Anyone navigating purpose, burnout, or the desire to do more with the time we’ve been given

Because as Wyndi reminds us:
“Challenges aren’t in the way—they’re on the way.”

And if you’re still waiting for the right moment to chase your purpose? This is it.

🎙️ LISTEN NOW on Spotify
📺 WATCH FULL EPISODE on YouTube:

🔔 Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this message.

Enjoy

Prajesh and Tane