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Bet On Yourself, Sis!Boldness and Bravery Redefined for Black Women with Beverley Akufo-Addo"Make bravery a part of your DNA!" This amazing quote came from today's guest, Beverly Akufo-Addo, and in this episode of Bet On Yourslef, Sis!, she encourages, motivates, and inspires Black Women Entrepreneurs to do just that. Bev is a Joy Activist, Social Catalyst and Free Spirit. And, she guides women to lead a life of freedom without fear, shame or guilt, through coaching sessions, workshops, talks and other events.In this engaging conversation, Bev and I explore the concept of joy activism, the choice of not having children, and the importance of entrepreneurship as a means o...2025-06-111h 35
Another Door Stories#122 Beverley Akufo-AddoIn this episode my guest is Beverley Akufo-Addo and we are talking about returning to work, Beverly’s story involves many different doors closing, doors opening and how she returned stronger and better each time. Beverley specialises in burn-out and helping people to work through their confidence when a door has closed. I am sure you will be inspired by her story. If you love this episode why not follow and review on Apple or Spotify or wherever you get your Podcasts. Ring the Spotify bell to get new episodes first. Are you looking for spea...2023-09-0148 min
From Scribble to SkyrocketEp19. Why are you always trying? ft BeverleyWatch this episode :)
To mark the one year anniversary of From Scribble to Skyrocket, I have invited a guest who has played a key role in my growth and self development over the last couple of years, Bev Akufo-Addo, confidence and creativity coach and founder of Vybe365.
In this episode Bev shares a bit on how she’s found her passion, invests in herself, gets comfortable with being uncomfortable and ultimately her skyrocketing journey from full time employment to entrepreneurship.
You can get in touch with Bev via IG @Bevdidthattt...2023-02-2240 min
OWN YOUR VYBEEp.21 How I grew my events from 30 to 300 people ft. Selena BrownOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Coach and Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Selena Brown who is the founder of the ultimate dance fitness party experience, Fitness Blastoff (@fitnessblastoff). Selena shares how she grew this unique concept from 30 people to over 300 in attendance, took it to Dubai, and what impact the pandemic had on her business.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions you'd like to see in future episodes!
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-09-3032 minOWN YOUR VYBEEp.20 - Accepting our Physical Appearance ft. Alivia BurkeOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Coach and Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Alivia (@WithoutTheFilter) who is a self-love and body acceptance advocate. Together we discuss the impact of camera filters, ditching body positivity, and tips for taking care of your mental health.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions you'd like to see in future episodes!
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-09-1458 minOWN YOUR VYBEEp.19 - Homophobia in Healthcare: How to Speak Up ft. Steph FairbairnOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Coach and Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Steph Fairbairn (@slfairbairn) who is a writer, editor, all-round creative and football coach. We discuss Steph's experience of homophobia in healthcare - particularly with reproductive health treatment - and share tips on self-advocacy, speaking up and challenging practitioners when feeling vulnerable.
To connect with Steph and her work, please visit:
https://www.instagram.com/slfairbairn
https://www.medium.com/@stephfairbairn
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and...2022-09-0830 min
Black Create Connect PodcastEp 17 - Living BRAVE - Facing decisions that scare you ft Beverley Akufo-AddoBev was the ACS president at the time Alicia started University of Hertfordshire, she is one of Alicia's favourite examples of great community leadership. Since University, they've kept in touch and supported one another on various projects, events and business ventures throughout the years. Today, Bev is a confidence & Creativity coach, Leadership & Belonging Consultant and International Public Speaker. She's been running her own consultancy VYBE365 for almost a year, as a Leadership Consultant and Confidence & Creativity Coach, Bev works with organisations and individuals to help creative women show up, stand out, and succeed in their personal and professional lives. Using...2022-09-051h 11OWN YOUR VYBEEp.18 - Becoming a rum connoisseur and dance instructor ft. MarenaOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Coach and Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Marena (@thesocahontas) who shares about her Caribbean heritage and how this has influenced her journey in dance, mixology, events, and more. We discuss society dimming women's lights and what Marena is doing to turn this around.
To connect with Marena, please visit the following links:
https://www.instagram.com/soca.sessions
https://www.instagram.com/rumxdone
https://socasessions.mystrikingly.com/
https://www.rumxdone.co.uk/
...2022-09-0122 minOWN YOUR VYBEEp.17 - Returning to work and university as a mother ft. LaurettaOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Coach and Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Lauretta (@laurettajrn) who discusses navigating motherhood, health after childbirth, returning to work, and studying at university again.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions you'd like to see in future episodes!
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-08-2346 minOWN YOUR VYBEEp.16 - Zimbabwe to the UK, rejection and visibility ft. Charity ChinonzoOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Charity Chinonzo (@Charie55) who left for the UK from Zimbabwe aged 14, dealt with rejection, and tried living life as invisible. Charity openly shares her journey and highlights key actions that helped navigate isolation, fear and self-doubt.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions you'd like to see in future episodes!
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-08-0225 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 15 - Black, Disabled and Thriving in Business ft. Mercedes Gale (IG Live)OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Mercedes Gale (@4YaParty) who left her teaching job to pursue a business in the wedding and events industry. Mercedes discusses her hurdles and successes as being a Black, disabled, bisexual woman navigating her way through business as a parent and partner. This was an Instagram Live conversation now turned podcast episode.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions you'd...2022-07-1218 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 14 - How to Start Over ft. Maxine Boyce (IG Live)OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Maxine Boyce (@maxinescakes1) who left her corporate job 20 years ago to run a charity and has newly launched a baking company after the pandemic. Maxine vulnerably shares her money challenges, the rollercoaster journey, and where she is now. This was an Instagram Live conversation now turned podcast episode.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions you'd like to see...2022-07-0530 min
OWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 13 - 1,000 Black Boys ft. Ademola Adeyeba (IG Live)OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Ademola Adeyeba (@ademolajadeyeba) who shares openly about his transition to the UK from Nigeria aged 9, childhood bullying, becoming Europe's leading sales person, and launching his businesses. This was an Instagram Live conversation now turned podcast episode.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions you'd like to see in future episodes!
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-06-2831 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 12 - Women in STEM ft. Natalie-Claire (IG Live)OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Natalie-Claire (@hinatalieclaire) who is an engineer and entrepreneur helping women in science, tech, engineering and mathematics (STEM) live the life they desire. This was an Instagram Live conversation now turned podcast episode.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions you'd like to see in future episodes!
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-06-2131 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 11 - Gender in the Gym ft. Adonya Anderson (IG Live)OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Adonya Anderson (@getfitwithdonz) to find out why she left her 15-year career in teaching to become a personal trainer and dance instructor. Plus addressing the issue of gender in the gym. This was an Instagram Live conversation now turned podcast episode.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your views and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions you'd like to see in future episodes!
Instagram: @BevDidThattt...2022-06-1429 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 10 - How to Build a New Normal ft. Nadine Solomon (IG Live)OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Nadine Solomon to discuss how she built a new normal for herself following a relationship breakdown and her experience of #52WeeksOfBravery with Vybe365. This was an Instagram Live conversation now turned podcast episode.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to send your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-05-3126 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 09 - When Black Women Lead ft. Keisha Bobbi (IG Live)OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Keisha Bobbi to discuss her experience of a Black women leading in a male dominated music industry. This was an Instagram Live conversation now turned podcast episode.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to send your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-05-2435 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 08 - That's Not My Name ft. Coco Garcia-Acevedo (IG Live)OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
Today, I'm joined by special guest Coco Garcia-Acevedo to discuss the frustrations around people dismissing or 'othering' your name if it isn't British. We also share our top tips for inclusive approaches including name technology, allyship and relationship-building. This was an Instagram Live conversation now turned podcast episode.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to send your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-05-1725 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 07 - Feeling out of place ft. Shereen (IG Live)OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
In this episode, I'm joined by special guest Shereen to discuss what it's like to feel out of place and how to create our own sense of belonging even when we're most afraid.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to send your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-04-2622 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 06 - I created #52WeeksOfBravery from fear of turning 30OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
In this episode, I share exactly what #52WeeksOfBravery is and why I launched it in October 2020.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to send your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-04-1909 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 05 - Why it's time to let go of your dreamsOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
In this episode, we dive right into the dangers of dreams and what they can be replaced with instead.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to send your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-04-0504 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 04 - Treat your mind like you SHOULD treat your sinkOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
In this episode, I explain why the government, NHS and Public Health England only support some of what we need and why this can be detrimental if we don't take matters into our own hands.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to send your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-03-2911 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 03 - How to believe in yourself again - the aeroplane methodOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
In this episode, we look into the unglamourous side of self-belief and unpick how using my aeroplane method helps to equip, (re)build, and support our confidence journeys.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-03-2211 minOWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 02 - Why I legally changed my name and founded Vybe365OWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
In this episode, I explain why it was important for me to change my name last year, the reason behind Vybe365, and what it is that I do!
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to share your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-03-1608 min
OWN YOUR VYBEEpisode 01 - Rihanna's Belly, IWD 2022, and Break the BiasOWN YOUR VYBE with Beverley Akufo-Addo - Host, Founder, Discomfort Zone Coach and DEI & Leadership Consultant at Vybe365.
In this episode, we're celebrating International Women's Day and exploring the maternal bias that many face, including global artist and entrepreneur, Rihanna.
Use the hashtag #OwnYourVybe to send your thoughts and email hello@vybe365.co.uk with any topic/ guest suggestions for future episodes.
Instagram: @BevDidThattt / @Vybe3652022-03-0808 min