Sade Salami is a black serial entrepreneur running 3 successfully businesses working with reputable names in the media, fashion, sport and entertainment such as Google, Grazia, Manchester United etcIn this episode, we discuss topics such as:Leading yourself - 03:00Distinction between a fake entrepreneur and a real entrepreneur - 03:20Ideology v reality of work/life balance for entrepreneurs - 05:20Learning to talk to yourself & trust your gut - 08:00Benefits of being counter-cultural when it comes to social media -  11:00Adding value & shifting the attention away from oneself  - 12:30CV’s are a waste of time - 15:50Key qualities required when building a team - 17:00Developing trust in a team - 19:02Using dyslexia to help her - 20:25Just do it - 25:15Connecting the dots from childhood games - 28:00People are soft - 30:42Building character in the next generation - 32:37Dealing with the loneliness of being an entrepreneur  - 36:00How to become an entrepreneur - 39:45Being a black female entrepreneur and the stereotypes associated with that  - 43:22Get to know Sade - https://www.instagram.com/sadesalami/?hl=enEvent's Management|Social Media Management|Brand Managementhttp://www.freshstrawberry.co.uk/Social Media Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/sadesalami/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/wearefsevents/https://www.instagram.com/everydayfroday/https://www.instagram.com/naturalstylestory/If you liked this episode, please share it with your friends / write a review - it goes a long way! :)

Everyday Leadership

#03 - The Reality vs Fantasy Of Being An Entrepreneur

What is the difference between passion and purpose for you and how you differentiate between both with so much conflicting advice around passion and purpose❓Claude Silver is the chief heart officer at VaynerMedia where she leads 800+ people across multiple offices and continents focused on creating a “people first” culture. She describes her job as creating “a culture of belonging, where people feel like they can bring their whole selves to work,” "where people can speak up when things are not working" and "where empathy and humility are at the foundation of the culture. Websitehttps://www.claudesilver.com/Social Media HandlesTwitter - https://twitter.com/claudesilverLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/casilver/IG - https://www.instagram.com/claudesilver/The Silver Lining PodcastThe Silver Lining Podcast - A collection of exploratory thoughts and conversations to help tap into emotional optimism and heart leadership. Think of this podcast as your personal prescription of leadership tips, empathetic food for thought and courageous coaching!Podcast - https://anchor.fm/thesilverliningpodcastTime Codes00:02:09 - Origin of the title - Chief Heart Officer00:05:47 - What is Leadership?00:09:24 - Black Lives Matter00:12:13 - Changes in the agency/advertising world00:15:54 - Why leaders need self-awareness00:18:03 - Filling Your Cup Up00:23:01 - Passion v Purpose00:28:00 - Letting go when your soul is dying.00:31:15 - Little Claude v Big Claude00:33:57 - Receiving feedback you don't want to hear00:40:04 - How do create a psychologically safe culture00:41:30 - Hiring for cultural addSubscribe using your favourite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Sticher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support 

#20- Leading By Example with Claude Silver

At a time where there was a lot of fear and panic when the global pandemic hit Mas and his team at T:C had one mission, to make sure the underrepresented business they serve weathered the storm. Not only did they succeed but they have helped businesses generate 6 figures revenues and accomplish growth with his clients having their best period ever. We discuss how as well as;The origin story of T:CLearning from past "failures"Why your reputation is more important than chasing moneyIntrepreneurship v Entrepreneurship Definition of LeadershipPractical mental models, you can use around risk and decision makingLesson learnt from marriageFavourite Lyrics linked to business What does culture mean?Mas was the go-to person within the community which helped him build a reputation around ads, analytics etc. When his friends businesses started to take off they called him to help with their marketing strategy. Went full time in Sept and 6 months later the pandemic happened. About Masibu Manima:Mas is a husband,  and father and founder of Translate Culture. He was the co-founder of BWNG and Mixtape Madness and currently the CMO of BESPOKE BINNY and TRIM-ITGet to know Mas https://www.instagram.com/masibu_/T:C Social HandlesWebsite - https://www.translateculture.co/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/translate-culture/IG - https://www.instagram.com/translateculture/Subscribe using your favourite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Sticher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support 

#19 - Taking Luck Out Of The Equation with Masibu Manima

"By the age of 13, I had lived in 28 different homes address’s and attended 21 different schools. I was a victim of abuse, bullying and racism on a routine basis but that was not the worst of it". This is just a snippet into the life of my guest today James Jackson who despite challenging circumstances growing up (putting it mildly) he has not let that define him.James Jackson is the Director at NXTGEN Learning LTD, a Black Inclusion, EPIC & Mental Health Speaker as well as the Co-Founder at #spacetotalk. On today's episode we delve into:The balance between sharing your story and using your lived experience to add value versus reliving the trauma and looking after your mental health.The importance of having downtime and taking a step back The effects of having a broken education (21 school by 13) had on him as a teenagerDealing with suicide, depression and the power of talking therapyMen and mental health Leadership and understanding what you are signing up toCreating opportunity instead of waiting for opportunitiesWhy it is so important to hear from people in the middle more instead of those who have made it.Follow James on social mediaLinkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-jackson-43836817/Space to talk - https://www.linkedin.com/company/spacetotalk/Subscribe using your favourite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Sticher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support 

#18 - Your Circumstances Do Not Define You with James Jackson

“This year really went from “Road to Tokyo” to “At the end of the road turn left.” Being unfunded/unsupported really took its toll this year. But you’ve got to adapt or be extinct”That was the tweet from British long jumper Daniel Bramble in Oct who went from training for the Tokyo Olympics to delivering parcels for Amazon in a couple of months.Daniel Bramble is a British long jumper who has represented GB at the 2015 World Championships and 2016 World Indoor Championships. He narrowly missed out on qualification for the Rio Olympics in 2016,  he won the  2020 British indoor championship and is targeting a place at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. With a PB of 8.21m he in the top 5 on the UK all-time list.On today's episode we delve into:How swallowing his pride resurrected his career.Taking a step backwards to build an income Dealing with injuries and losing the love for athletics after missing out on his dreamLosing his lottery fund, how funding actually works and why it is so important for athletes.Moving away from London to grow, starve distractions and chase his Olympic dreamHis parents encouraging him when he wanted to give upHow putting his ego to the side encouraged other athletes to share their experiences GymShark surprise birthday present Follow Daniel on social mediaTwitter - https://twitter.com/dbrambs_lj?lang=enInstagram: @dbrambs_ljSupport Daniels Go Fund Me - https://uk.gofundme.com/f/get-dan-to-the-tokyo-olympicsSubscribe using your favourite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Sticher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#17 - Adapt or be Extinct with British long jumper Daniel Bramble

On today's episode, Andy shares practical advice on how anyone can stop drifting and take control of their future based on interviews as well as his work with corporate organizations, executives, and professionals for nearly a decade.  We also discuss his journey into the world of entrepreneurship and why it is not for everyone, getting in alignment with your partner, focusing on your zone of excellence, leadership and so much more About Andy Storch:Andy is a Talent Development Consultant, Speaker, Facilitator, podcast host and author of Own Your Career Own Your LifeFollow Andy on social media:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andystorch/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/AndyStorch IG - https://www.instagram.com/andy_storch/ Follow Andy's Podcast:Own Your Career Own Your LifeTalent Development Hot SeatBuy Andy's Book  Own Your Career Own Your Life: Stop Drifting and Take Control of Your Future Subscribe using your favourite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on the Apple podcast or on Sticher. Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#16 - Own Your Career Own Your Life with Andy Storch

On today's episode, I have the rare opportunity to sit down with Kwabz Ayim who is the Co-Founder and COO of MixtapeMadness one of the biggest platforms in the UK music scene. Over the last 10 years, leveraging data and technology, coupled with a deep expertise in music and marketing his team who are mainly in the early 20's have successfully gone from mixtapes to a platform for underground music artists allowing them to go mainstream building strategic partnerships with brands such as Spotify, Capital Xtra, Tech Hub, and Caroline International.Kwabs has worked with the Youth Violence Commission and YouTube to help address youth violence and is a winner of Spirit of London Award whilst voluntarily working for Haringey Young People Empowered. We talk about:How a business needs to keep on experimenting and reinventing Drill music and the house of parliament The criminal justice/probation system and how it set people up to fail with stringent conditions and Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO).The importance of building  great relationshipsLeadership and empowering your team Leveraging debt instead of giving away equity as a businessWorking part-time on MM and switching between rolesBringing through the next generation of artistEducating artist on looking after their money and the lifecycle of musicWhy metrics like 1 million subscribers are not as importantMarriage and Parenthood Follow Kwabz on social mediaTwitter - https://twitter.com/UncleKwabzFollow Mixtape MadnessWebsite - https://www.mixtapemadness.com/Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/madaboutmixtapesIG - https://www.instagram.com/mixtapemadness/Twitter - https://twitter.com/mixtapemadnessSubscribe using your favourite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Sticher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#15 - Understanding People's Paradigms with Kwabena Ayim

On today episode we delve into how my guest Sheree Atcheson went from being raised in rural Ireland navigating racism to becoming recognised as one of the Most Influential Women in UK Tech.Sheree is also the Global Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Peakon, an international multi-award winner for her services to Diversity & Inclusion in the Tech industry, Founder of I Am Lanka, Contributor for Forbes, Global Ambassador for Women Who Code and the author of Demanding More: Why Diversity and Inclusion Doesn't Happen and What You Can Do About It Follow Sheree on social media:Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nirushika/Twitter - https://twitter.com/nirushika?s=20IG - https://www.instagram.com/_nirushika_/?hl=enPre-order her book - Demanding More: Why Diversity and Inclusion Doesn't Happen and What You Can Do About ItRead Sheree's Forbes Articleshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/shereeatcheson/#50ee140a3409In this episode of Everyday Day Leadership, Sheree and I discuss:Helping organisation create strategic changes around inclusion, equity and belongingWhy is it important companies are transparent instead of hiding behind values or lofty statements and the business case for diversity What makes a good leader?Dealing with ego and why it a barrier to progressBeing intentional about creating a new generation of women leaderDealing with racism growing up in rural Northern IrelandLaunching Women Who Code in the UK and the pushback from men and women who felt threatenedOperating in environments that do not represent you and not feeling guilty if you feel like you cannot speak up Subscribe using your favourite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Sticher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#14 - Empower Yourself To Empower Others with Sheree Atcheson

On today's episode, I talk to David Grevemberg  Chief Executive of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) about  :Growing up in an all Black neighbourhood in New Orleans Transitioning from being an athlete to a corporate career in international sport Awareness, Advocacy & Action - Championing and changing the perception around Paralympic athletes How to create welcoming environments that promote, protect and empower people regardless of diversity.Listening in the realm of possibility instead of the realm of limitation Lack of representation  on the board of Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games  and learning from that experience Embracing protest by athletes which is different to the IOCDavid is Chief Executive of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF), the organisation responsible for the Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth Youth Games.Previously, David was Chief Executive of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games Organising Committee (Glasgow 2014 Limited), the Executive Director of Sport and International Federation Relations at the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), a former competitive wrestler, who has also served as a coach, athlete agent, team administrator, consultant and Board member.Follow David on  Linkedin - David GrevembergGet involved with  Birmingham 2022 - https://www.birmingham2022.com/Subscribe using your favourite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Sticher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#13 - When Preparation Meets Opportunity with David Grevemberg

On today's episode, I talk to Catherine Wallwork about  :The difference between a fixed and a growth mindset and how to recognise your current stateWhy companies need a mindsetshift Practical tools which allow you to self reflect an deal with failures we go throughCreate space to challenge conventional wisdom and collaborate togetherEdward de Bono’s ‘Six Thinking Hats’  for Critical Thinking & Problem SolvingWhy is storytelling so important in the workplace?Playing football and the lessons learnt from being a club captainWhy embracing conflict is the best opportunity to help you find a way forward MoSCoW and how that helps you prioritize at home helping you do more things that give you energyParenting and how to develop a growth mindset with your childrenCatherine is the Head of Innovation Engagement & Mindset at Deloitte Ventures UK. She is also a founder, advisor and an education governor for one of the largest, diverse and creative maintained secondary schools in South East London. She is also a careers strategy advisor helping young people, parents and educators understand the future of work and how innovation and industry trends are shaping careers and learning.Follow Catherine on social mediaTwitter - @catherinewallw1Linkedin - Catherine WallworkSubscribe using your favorite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Sticher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#12 - Shifting your Mindset with Catherine Wallwork

On today's episode, I talk to David about having uncomfortable conversations with people but doing it from a place of love, we discuss cancel culture, inclusive and servant leadership as well what it takes to sustain a marriage after 32 of being with his wife, education and why it is for the privileged,  showing vulnerability as a man as so much more. About David McqueenDavid McQueen is a husband, father of two, entrepreneur, professional facilitator, world-class speaker and executive coach who works with C-Suite clients globally across banking, technology, advertising and the non-profit sector, specifically focusing on both leadership and presentation skills.David Mcqueen - https://www.davidmcqueen.co.uk/Q Talent management - Agency dedicated to providing high-quality talent for your event with a seamless process that makes booking and delivery a delight. The Black Founders Hub -  The Peer Network for High-Growth Black-Owned Service Businesses.LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrdavidmcqueen/If you liked this episode, please share it with your friends / write a review - it goes a long way! :)In this episode of Everyday Day Leadership, David and I discuss (times are approximate):Having uncomfortable conversations and approaching it from a place of love - 1:20 Not worrying about cancel culture and speaking truth to power - 03:20Defining what servant leadership means and why it is so important  - 05:20How people respond to various leadership styles - 11:00Creating an environment where employees have a voice - 14:00Using B.R.A.V.E framework to help companies live up to their values - 19:003 major keys to sustaining a relationship of 32 years - 22:00Working with your partner - 24:45Why not growing up is important in a relationship - 28:00Being vulnerable and overcoming the “boys don’t cry” mantra- 31:00Singing at his wedding - 34:00Education is not designed for the poor or disenfranchised - 39:00The good side of social media - 46: 00Working Hard v Working Smart - 49:45Subscribe using your favorite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on Apple podcast or on Sticher Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#11 - Not From Concentrate with David Mcqueen

In part 2 of James' story, we explore topics like mental health and the impact racism has had on the older generation which does not get talked about often.  We discuss how getting rejected lead to a complete redirection in his career. - Why it is so important to know your strengths, weakness, and capabilities.- Communicating to express not impress- Why being confident intimated other people.- Feast and farming of being a creative artist and why even though from a financial perspective working for yourself is harder and sometimes not as lucrative but it is worth it from a mental wealth perspective.- Getting underpaid despite being more qualified than other colleagues About James Pogson:James Pogson is a Black British Narrative Storyteller: Writer. Speaker. Humorist. Creatively Clear Compelling Communicator with 25+ years working in the public, private, arts, and entertainment sectorsFollow James on Social Media:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-pogson-617aa812/In Episode 10 of EverydayDay Leadership, James and I discuss Have things got better in 2020 - 2:00Representation on TV - 6:00Mid life crisis & mental health from a black lens especially for the older generation  - 12:00Death by misadventure - 16:00How frustration with the “gatekeepers” in media lead to redirection in his career - 18:00Why working for yourself is easier for a black man - 21:00Dealing with rejection, knowing yourself, weakness and purpose - 26:00Being sensible and black 29:00Being confident and how others found that intimidating - 30:00Being underpaid despite being more qualified that colleagues - 32:00Advice to the younger generation - 35:00Subscribe using your favorite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on the Apple podcast or on Sticher. Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#10 - Growing up Black in the UK Part 2 w/e James Pogson

Stories are powerful and they play a key role in creating perspectives, informing identities and educating people. As we celebrate Black History Month I wanted to share untold stories of Black people and I could not think of anyone else that my guest today James who is a natural storyteller.About James Pogson:James Pogson is a Black British Narrative Storyteller: Writer. Speaker. Humorist. Creatively Clear Compelling Communicator with 25+ years working in the public, private, arts and entertainment sectorsFollow James on Social Media:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-pogson-617aa812/In Episode 09 of EverydayDay Leadership, James and I discuss What life was like growing up in the ’70s Having “The Talk” with your parents Paying to be in insulted on TVNot feeling BritishBeing put in a box at school by teachers because you were BlackHaving a degree was a hindrance The distinction between logic and emotion Leaving his job for emotional reasonsNot being treated as a human Aggressions are not micro The problem with BAME Have things got betterSubscribe using your favorite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on the Apple podcast or on Sticher. Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#09 - Growing up Black in the UK Part 1 w/e James Pogson

Since the 31st May 2020, Shereen has recorded a video every day charting her experiences of being a Black woman in the world of work - no filter, unflinchingly raw and honest and on today’s episode we peel the curtain back behind who Shereen is to learn more about her finding her voice, being a black woman operating in predominately white spaces and feeling unwelcome, battling stage four Hodgkin’s Lymphoma whilst being a single mum of a young daughter at the time and why "working twice hard" notion potentially lead to her diagnosis, parenting, tough conversations and so much more.About Shereen Daniels:Shereen Daniels is the Managing Director of strategy consultancy HR rewired who specialise in delivering niche half-day workshops designed to support organisations who are committed to creating equitable, anti-racist and inclusive cultures. HR rewired are on a mission to gather the world together to take anti-racism seriously. To amplify the voices of Black people within the workplace. And encourage as many people as possible to stop being bystanders and become active allies.  Shereen has over 17 years of senior HR experience within international risk management, media, retail and hospitality, Shereen has worked for an array of well-known, highstreet brands, such as Orion Publishing Group, Carphone Warehouse, Gala Coral, Hobbs, Greene King and Caffe Nero.Work Shereen and her team - https://www.hr-rewired.com/Follow Shereen on social media:LinkedIn -  https://uk.linkedin.com/in/shereen-danielsTwitter - https://twitter.com/hrrewired?lang=enIG - https://www.instagram.com/shereen_daniels/Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWQf-YTx1mjrNBtbdd0EMWg/In Episode 08 of EverydayDay Leadership, Shereen and I discuss (times are approximate):Who is Sheereen Daniels - 2:30Working with ex-special forces and CIA personnel -  5:00Navigating HR as a black woman - 8:30Being overqualified at 16 and dealing with the concrete ceiling - 09:40Being passed over for job roles - 9.48Space for one black person and leaving your identity behind  - 13:30Battling stage four Hodgkin’s Lymphoma - 19:00Wearing a skin that is not really yours - 23.46.719 - 24.50Experiencing hostility & the impact of social conditioning - 27:00Black people are not good enough to lead - 30:00Why diversity & inclusion is broken - 33:00Ignorance is no longer an excuse - 35:22Changing your name because of a job - 41:00Having “the talk” as a parent and navigating multiracial relationships  - 43.00Why entrepreneurship is important for kids - 49:00Protecting your mental wealth  - 55:00Subscribe using your favorite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on the Apple podcast or on Sticher. Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#08 - Refusing To Be Silent with Shereen Daniels

In this episode I talk to Ken Okoroafor went from Topshop assistant to achieving financial freedom (becoming and living completely debt-free) in just over ten years and in today's episode we find out how he achieved this. We also discuss parenting and not conforming to cultural Nigerian standards, making the bold decision to quit a 6 figure job during the pandemic, racism, faith, leadership  and so much more About Ken Okoroafor:Ken is a husband to Mary (Co-founder of HumblePenny), father to two great sons – Joshua & Elias. He is also a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ICAEW), former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Edge Investments, an MBA holder from the University of Cambridge and has been featured on BBC, Channel 5, Metro, The Times, Guardian, etc. He also creates personal financial coaching workshops with clients such as PensionBee, IG Markets, eToro, Experian, Youtube etc.Learn more about Financial FreedomThe Humble Penny - https://thehumblepenny.com/Financial Joy Academy - https://financialjoyacademy.com/Follow Ken on Social MediaFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thehumblepenny/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thehumblepenny/?hl=enYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thehumblepennyIn Episode 07 of EverydayDay Leadership, Ken and I discuss Having a North Star GoalLack of representation for black people in personal financeBuilding a community whilst working full timeQuitting work during the pandemicHow to simplify your life & why budgeting is importantLessons from parenting and how they can apply in businessDeveloping a mindset to provide alternative solutions to tackle racismCreativity is necessary to increase your incomeHow Faith is at the foundation of everything he doesSubscribe using your favorite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on the Apple podcast or on Sticher. Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#07 - Achieving Financial Freedom w/e Ken Okoroafor

In this episode, Gaby & I discuss the origins of Huckletree, picking the right co-founder, intentionally creating inclusive teams and why companies have no excuse, how being a parent has shaped the culture at Huckletree, balancing guilt as a mother, making time for you and your mental health.  About Gabriela Hersham:Gaby is a mother, wife and Founder and CEO of Huckletree one of London’s original co-working spaces and credited as the woman who brought co-working to London. Huckletree now has eight communities in 4 cities, 3 countries and a team of 70 people. Gaby is a champion of women in business as well as actively campaigning for diversity in the VC/Tech world. An influential female founder within London’s technology ecosystem currently serving on the advisory board of several startup businesses and in her spare time? she runs founder groupsJoin Huckletree - https://www.huckletree.comIn the business of building community - by curating shared workspaces, offering pro-bono accelerator programs and delivering educational content for entrepreneurs Follow Gaby on social mediaTwitter - gabrielahershamLinkedin - Gabriela HershamIG - GabrielahershamIn Episode 06 of EverydayDay Leadership, Gaby and I discuss (times are approximate):What is Huckletree - 02:30 secsImpact of Covid on Co-Working Space - 4:00Pivoting into the tech world from the film industry - 06:15Creating and running a business as a first-time founder - 08:00The good and bad side of being married to an entrepreneur: 10:15How Huckletree raised Series A funding - 12.10Developing a great relationship with your co-founder - 15:40Raising the initial investment to start the business - 17:30Lessons learnt from Huckletree journey - 19:15Creating a truly diverse workforce - 21:00 What does leadership mean as the CEO - 24:00Declaring pregnancy to investors - 26:45Feeling like a second class citizen in the room as a woman in a room of investors  - 28:45How being a mother has shaped the culture of Huckletree - 29:45Balancing mom guilt and reframing your mindset to look after yourself  - 34:00Making Tic Tocs and why it’s important - 37:30Being the dumbest person in the room - 42:00Why having a great culture is important - 45.40Subscribe using your favorite podcast app viaApple PodcastsSpotifyDeezerStitcherSPREAD THE WORD. LEAVE A RATING, REVIEW, AND FEEDBACKYou can do this on the Apple podcast or on Sticher. Your ratings and reviews help us place the podcast in front of new leaders and listeners. I am always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts once you’ve listened to this interview just drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.ukI appreciate you and your support

#06 - Life & Business Lessons From Mum, Founder & CEO Gabriela Hersham

Talking about life, relationships faith and general issues

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#03 - The Reality vs Fantasy Of Being An Entrepreneur

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