About this episode
EVEN MORE about this episode! In this inspiring episode, visionary leader Julie Wignall shares how her remarkable journey across politics, business, the arts, and environmental conservation reveals the extraordinary power we each hold — symbolized by the humble firefly. From her groundbreaking partnership with Steve Wynn to create the Dolphin Habitat at Mirage Resorts, to empowering women to break cultural barriers and shine unapologetically, Julie’s story is a masterclass in intuition, courage, and purpose. You’ll hear unforgettable stories — including one woman’s transformation of mental health struggles into authentic strength — that illuminate how intuition and aligned vision can turn chance encounters into world-changing opportunities. Join us as we explore the beauty of integrity, collaboration, and self-belief — and discover how, like fireflies lighting the night sky, our collective brilliance can transform the world when we dare to shine. Guest Biography: Julie Wignall is a visionary leader whose career spans politics, business, the arts, and environmental conservation. Gaining international recognition for her work with Mirage Resorts International, she helped revolutionize animal welfare and launch award-winning education and sustainability initiatives. Julie coined the term Fireflies to describe those who break barriers and illuminate new possibilities — the inspiration behind her multi-award-winning book, The Extraordinary Power of Fireflies. A sought-after speaker, coach, and consultant, she empowers changemakers to align with purpose, amplify their impact, and harness their inner light to transform the world. Episode Chapters: (0:00:01) - The Power of Fireflies (0:08:26) - The Magic of Fireflies in Life (0:13:25) - Navigating Paths to Success (0:24:11) - The Visionary Journey of Steve Wynn (0:32:04) - Unleashing Collective Power Through Visionaries (0:37:12) - Trusting Intuition and Finding Signs (0:41:43) - Trusting Intuition and Connecting Paths (0:51:14) - Transformative Connection With Siegfried and Roy (0:55:07) - Inner Compass and Leadership Success (0:59:54) - Leading With Integrity and Courage (1:06:59) - Connecting Through Extraordinary Fireflies ➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube ➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube ➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube ➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube ➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube ✏️ Ask Julie a Question! 🌟 Follow on Instagram ! Please join Julie next week with your question. Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT. https://askjulieryanshow.com And, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes. Sponsors & Recommendations Disclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical, psychological, financial or legal advice. Please contact a licensed professional. The Ask Julie Ryan show, Julie Ryan, and all parties involved in producing, recording and distributing it assume no responsibility for listener’s actions based on any information heard on this or any Ask Julie Ryan shows or podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .