In this episode, I talk about the importance of creating a vision for your organisation. The topic of vision gets talked about a lot and is not always understood. Key Points: Four reasons why you benefit from having a clear vision; Four key ingredients that make up a clear vision; Four questions to ask yourself while creating your vision. 

Leadership for Startups | Helping Entrepreneurs build businesses that grow and flourish

17: Sight - How to Create a Vision for your Organisation

In this episode, I share with you the top ten skills needed to in our new economy. As we transition into this new normal, you've got to ask yourself if these are the skills you need personally or, that you are looking for as you build your team. One thing is sure. They are essential. Resource: Top 10 skills needed in 2020 click here 

24: Working Skills Needed for the 21st Century

As the world is going virtual, leaders are realising that they need a new perspective to navigate this new world. What do business leaders really need to focus on? Being a 21st Century leader is not just a shift to working remotely, but a shift to an entirely new way of thinking.  In this episode, I share 5 Mindset shifts that business leaders need to make to survive and become 21st Century leaders. Resource: https://hbr.org/2019/09/put-purpose-at-the-core-of-your-strategy

23: 5 Mindset Shifts to become a 21st Century Leader

As nations have millions of people working from home, daily core habits have never been so needed for each leader and employee. In this episode, I share with you 5 Core Daily Habits that will help you maintain control of your mental, emotional well being. These Keystone Habits have the ability to make you feel in control despite all the uncertainty that might be going on around you. Key Points How your mindset is of most importance and how to take charge of it. The number of priorities to tackle each day How to focus on 'your' work. The most powerful activity to add to your day Making sure that no day is wasted Resources The 5 Core Daily Habits Sheet Click to download here Book: How Succesful People Think by John Maxwell here 

22: The 5 Core Daily Habits for Effective Living

In this episode, I share my thoughts on what I think Small Business Owners should focus on as we go through the Coronavirus outbreak. What can Small Business Owners do as the Coronavirus outbreak threatens to potentially cripple some businesses? Well, if you haven't started doing this, you must start now! Resources Businessleaderscoach.com/settinggoals https://institute.jpmorganchase.com/institute/research/small-business/small-business-dashboard 

21: What Small Business Owners Must Do to Survive the Impact of the Coronavirus Outbreak

Yes, Leadership for Startups is going through a Rebrand, in this episode, I explain in brief why the rebrand, the exciting topics I am going to be covering and the business leaders we are going to serve through this podcast. Check out the new website: https;//www.businessleaderscoach.com More to come...

20: Re-brand from Leadership for Startups to The Business Leaders Coach

In this episode, I interview Joanna Abeyie, a go-getter who has blazed a trail as a multi-award-winning social impact entrepreneur, and a champion of diversity, inclusion and equality. She has played a key role in creating the employment of diverse talent over the last 12 years. Joanna is currently the CEO and founder of Blue Moon, a flagship inclusive Executive Search Business as well as a Diversity and Inclusion Consultancy Practice.  Joanna shares her story, what drives her, the benefits of having great Mentors, Coaches and books to guide her on her entrepreneurial journey. Key Points: The importance of having mentors and coaches speaking into your life; The benefits of learning from great books; Why it is important to not get carried away with awards; The importance of building a sustainable business from day one; Learning how to keep your eye on the cash coming into the business. Resources: You can read about Joanna Abeyie on her website: http://createbluemoon.com/ 

19: The Benefit of Mentors, Coaches and Books - Joanna Abeyie

In this episode, I interview Nick Frost. Nick is the Co-Founder of CRMG and has been involved in Cyber Security for over 20 years. Prior to starting his own business, he has held leadership roles at PWC and other similar companies. He started his first company in 2015 and just started CRMG in 2018 with a colleague. Nick shares with us his wisdom on how to build a business that serves its customers. Key Points: The importance of having a vision;  The skill of leveraging from partnership relationships; Finding people with the right chemistry when hiring; Why it is important to focus on delivering excellent service. Resources: You can reach Nick @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickfrost Or contact his website @ https://www.crmg-consult.com/ 

18: Building a Business that Serves - Interview with Nick Frost

In this episode, I interview Anthony Young, Founder &  Director at Bridewell Consulting one of the UK’s leading independent Cyber Security Companies. Anthony shares with us his passion for running Marathons and shares the similarities and lessons leaders can learn when running their businesses. Key Points: Have a detailed plan that helps you to know what your focus should be daily, weekly, monthly. Focus on building relationships and create exceptional customer experiences for your customers/clients. Ensure that you have the right people around you. Key Resource You can reach Anthony Young at bridewellConsulting.com 

16: How to Run Your Business Like You’ll Run A Marathon

In this episode, I talk about why leaders should make reading books a habit.   All entrepreneurs, leaders and managers get stuck in their thinking and find it hard to deal with the various challenges they are facing. One trait you’ll see from successful entrepreneurs is their love for reading. We can find many of the answers in good books.   Key Resources   Download Your Free Guide: The 100 Best Business Books

15: Why Leaders Should Make Reading Books a Habit

In this episode, I interview Obi Abuchi -  Obi Abuchi is the CEO of CORE Leaders International, the author of The Magic of Monday, a transformational speaker and Coach with an obsession for helping leaders grow in the area of personal mastery. He has been married for 17yrs and has three very exuberant and delightful boys. Key Points: The Importance of leading from your CORE Seeing failure as an opportunity to learn Tips on how to thrive in personal leadership Resource: The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday

14:Keep Learning from Your Failures - Interview with Obi Abuchi

In this episode, the focus is on 'PEOPLE' and I describe the four most common attributes that people display when communicating - this is the 6th and final P of the 6 P's of Highly Productive People. John Maxwell is famous for saying that 'One is too small a number to achieve greatness". If you are building a business, you cannot achieve any success without having the ability to get along, lead and motivate people. One of the common questions people ask is: How do I lead and manage people who are different to me? We take a look at the following: Key Points: Understanding the four most common temperaments; Knowing your default communication preference is your starting point; Understanding how other people communicate will help you interact better; Having a mindset that people are your greatest asset is key; Learning how to understand people must always be high on your agenda. Resources: Hippocrates' four temperament Tetramap Leadership Principles Guide Everybody Matters by Bob Chapman Go to our website leadershipforstartups.com 

13: People - The 6 P's of Highly Productive People (Part 7)

In this episode, I look at Productivity, the 5th P in the 6 P's of Highly Productive People. We are now living in an age where it is so easy to be busy but not productive. Being a productive person is more challenging in today’s world than ever before. In this Podcast, I look at three ways to categories our work. Key Points Three ways of categorising work Resources Making Ideas Happen by Scott Belsky Getting things Done by David Allen 

12: Productivity – The 6 P’s of Highly Productive People (Part 6)

In this episode, I talk about Priorities, the 4th P in the 6 P’s of Highly Productive People. Being clear on our priorities is becoming a challenge for many of us. However, a highly productive person has a process and specific criteria that help them. Key Points Sales - Sales will always be the lifeblood of a business Marketing - The essential key to helping sales Hiring - If you are at the stage of building your team, being involved in the hiring process is a priority for you. Personal and leadership development - You must prioritise your development Building relationships - Your relationships with others matters Cashflow - monitoring your cash flow and data Follow us fb.me/leadershipforstartups twitter.com/leader4startups

11: Priorities – The 6 P’s of Highly Productive People (Part 5)

In this episode, I talk about ‘Purpose,’ the 3rd P in our 6 Ps of Highly Productive People. As a Leader and Entrepreneur, it is vital that you have a clear purpose, first for yourself, and then for your organisation. However, Purpose isn’t always that straightforward. As a startup leader, you want to bring on board engaged staff members who share and are passionate about your vision. You might not know that ‘Purpose’ is what will help you find these people. Key Points The one question you need to answer on Purpose; The reason Purpose has different dimensions; The importance of having a personal purpose before organisational purpose. Resources Simon Sinek Ted Talk Start with Why Start with Why (Book) by Simon Sinek  Noah Kagan sharing his Sumojerky story: watch starting from 10:20 The Business Noah Kagan built-in 24 hours:  Sumojerky.com Why Business Matters to God by Jeff Van Duzer Follow us on: fb.me/leadershipforstartups https://twitter.com/leader4startups

10: Purpose - The 6 P's of Highly Productive People (Part 4)

Entrepreneurs can help change the world! When Entrepreneurs receive funding, their next challenge is building a team- which is a leadership skill. This show aims to help startup entrepreneurs discover the best leadership wisdom, insights, and ideas. We interview bestselling authors, successful entrepreneurs, share stories and turn knowledge from the best leadership and personal development books. We then extract essential, actionable steps for you to apply and get results. Our mission is to help entrepreneurs and leaders build businesses that grow and flourish.