Shows
The Everyday LeaderEvy Nyairo: Global People Operations Manager, IDinsightLeadership experience vs leadership roles, finding the courage to suggest changes about how your team works, and embracing AI in the HR sector.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/evy-nyairo
Connect with Evy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evy-m-nyairo/
Learn more about IDinsight: https://www.idinsight.org/2023-09-0431 min
The Everyday LeaderQueen Kaze: Global HR Manager, JibuEntrusting Team Members To Learn On The Job, Gaining Buy-In From Peer Managers, And Keeping The Company's Mission And Vision At The Forefront Of Strategy Conversations
Episode Summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/queen-kaze
Connect with Queen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/queen-kaze-612885125/
Learn more about Jibu: https://jibuco.com/2023-08-0729 min
The Everyday LeaderRuben Munien: Head of Leadership, Learning and Talent, CIEL TextileBuilding the business case for HR initiatives within companies, growing his network through CoffeeChat, and practicing an agile mindset as a manager.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/ruben-munien
Connect with Ruben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-munien-1131b064/
Learn more about CIEL Textile: https://www.cieltextile.com/2023-07-2430 min
The Everyday LeaderAdebola Adeniran: Chief of Staff, MoniKnowing when to shut down a project, leveraging peer coaching, and continuous innovation in the fintech sector.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/adebola-adeniran
Connect with Adebola: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adebola-niran/
Learn more about Moni: https://www.moni.africa/2023-07-1733 min
The Everyday LeaderIvan Mbowa: Managing Partner, IKM AdvisorsThe Role of Consultants, Adapting His Leadership Style, and Knowing When In-Person Dealmaking is Desired
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/ivan-mbowa
Connect with Ivan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanmbowa/2023-06-2631 min
The Everyday LeaderAudrey Mate: Program Manager, Africa, Village CapitalLearning about leadership in student-run organizations, the importance of including peer support during startup accelerators, and working with a management coach to navigate a promotion.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/audrey-mate
Connect with Audrey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khasavuli/
Learn more about Village Capital: https://vilcap.com/2023-06-1226 min
The Everyday LeaderDarshani Haria: Commercial Director, Rescue.coPreparing For A Dynamic Career, Leadership Styles Learned On The Job, and Finding a Business Worth Promoting
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/darshani-haria
Connect with Darshani: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darshaniharia/
Learn more about Rescue.co: https://www.rescue.co/2023-06-0532 min
The Everyday LeaderHannah Olukoye: Engineering Manager, TaxFixBecoming An Engineering Manager, Moving to Europe, And Leveraging Mentorship
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/hannah-olukoye
Connect with Hannah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannaholukoye/
Learn more about TaxFix: https://taxfix.de/
2023-05-2928 min
The Everyday LeaderTai Ajayi: Vice President of Product Commercial, PropelThe communication, collaboration, and stakeholder influence needed as a product manager.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/tai-ajayi
Connect with Tai: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taiwo-ajayi-4b316a49/
Learn more about Propel: https://withpropel.com/2023-05-2248 min
The Everyday LeaderCassandra Kiereini: Director, ShortlistLearning when to speak up and not taking power skills for granted.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/cassandra-kiereini
Connect with Cassandra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassandramk/
Learn more about Shortlist: https://shortlist.net/2023-05-1534 min
The Everyday LeaderJudy Komen: General Manager, TryKeThe Power of Peer Coaching & Fostering Trust Through Remote Work
Episode Summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/judy-komen
Connect with Judy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judykomen/
Learn more about TryKe: https://www.solar-e-cycles.com/2023-04-0342 min
The Everyday LeaderRose Mwende: Country Manager, KipawaLeveraging curiosity as a superpower
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/rose-mwende
Connect with Rose: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosemwende/
Learn more about Kipawa: https://www.kipawa.io/2023-03-2026 min
The Everyday LeaderHakeem Akiode: Head of Growth & Marketing, YouverifyListening to all perspectives, collaborating with others, and crafting logical arguments.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/hakeem-akiode
Connect with Hakeem: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakeemakiode/
Learn more about Youverify: https://www.youverify.co/2023-03-1343 min
The Everyday LeaderEvans Onyango: Client Success Manager, OnaDiving into manager roles early in your career, being proactive and selective when seeking out a mentor, and feeling ownership and pride in the products your company provides.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/evans-onyango
Connect with Evans: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evans-onyango-826a0499/
Learn more about Ona: https://ona.io/home/2023-03-0640 min
The Everyday LeaderJames Osho: Country Finance Manager, IDP EducationMoving across different sectors early in your career, finding roles that help you uncover new skills, and taking an active role in translating a global company’s culture
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/james-osho
Connect with James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-osho-acca-03520129/
Learn more about IDP Education: https://www.idp.com/2023-02-2723 min
The Everyday LeaderTimothy Mburu: Head of ICT, Madison Group KenyaDriving early adoption within the fintech sector, positioning your team strategically within your company, and aiming to be a pull leader.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/timothy-mburu
Connect with Timothy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-mburu-a1468116/
Learn more about Madison Group Kenya: https://www.madison.co.ke/2023-01-3032 min
The Everyday LeaderMarion Samantha Wambui: Customer Success Manager, RaiseEarning promotions through both performance and trust, setting internal expectations through SOPs, and building a customer council
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/samantha-wambui
Connect with Samantha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marion-samantha-wambui-b092694a/
Learn more about Raise: https://www.getraise.io/2022-12-0530 min
The Everyday LeaderBenedict Oghenede: PR & Marketing Manager, Trove FinanceGiving enough time to your team members, team collaboration at tech startups, and putting in the effort to upskill yourself
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/benedict-oghenede
Connect with Benedict: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benedict-oghenede-b70955b0/
Learn more about Trove Finance: https://www.troveapp.co/2022-11-2840 min
Open Door ConversationsEp 66: A Non-African Manager and Founder Working in Africa with Chris SuzdakBeing a leader/manager/founder in a foreign country poses a unique set of challenges, especially one where you stick out as being foreign. Founder and American expat living in Mauritius, Chris Suzdak joins Leadership Coach Akua Nyame-Mensah to talk about what it’s like to work and start a business in a foreign country. He also discusses his leadership journey and his experiences with executive coaching.Chris has worked across the African continent for several years and is now based in Mauritius. He is a founder of a new startup, CoffeeChat, a coaching platform trusted by to...2022-11-1432 min
The Everyday LeaderTricia Govindasamy: Senior Data Product Manager, Code For AfricaLeveraging team members for peer learning, separating personal and project check-ins and embracing the world of data.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/tricia-govindasamy
Connect with Tricia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tricia-govindasamy/
Learn more about the Code For Africa: https://codeforafrica.org/2022-10-1723 min
The Everyday LeaderEsther Ndagire: Digital Transformation Fellow, African UnionLeadership through influence, learning and relearning leadership lessons, and digital transformation within African governments
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/esther-ndagire
Connect with Esther: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esther-ndagire/
Learn more about the African Union: https://au.int/2022-09-2628 min
The Everyday LeaderGabriel Gab-Umoden: Group Marketing Head, The African Talent CompanyBeing firm on outcomes and flexible on strategy, staying agile to grow quickly, and using coaching sessions to expand your perspective.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/gabriel-gab-umoden
Connect with Gabriel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielgabumoden/
Learn more about The African Talent Company: https://www.tatcafrica.com/2022-09-1221 min
The Everyday LeaderAnn Kitare: Head of Customer Success (B2C), FuzuBuilding a team from scratch, maintaining continuity in the face of staff turnover and being comfortable with your team’s motivations
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/ann-kitare
Connect with Ann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-kitare-6806374a/
Learn more about Fuzu: https://www.fuzu.com/2022-09-0533 min
The Everyday LeaderKelly Ng-Lun: Community Manager, MCB Ltd.Managing others the way you would want to be managed, identifying your values before setting a vision, and the many sides of community management
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/kelly-ng-lun
Connect with Kelly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellynl/
Learn more about MCB: https://mcb.mu/2022-08-1521 min
The Everyday LeaderIfedolapo Ogunjubee: Head of Global Business and Partnerships, TermiiFinding win-win roles for team members, building a culture of trust within a fast-moving startup team, and translating your personal superpower into a business advantage.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/ifedolapo-ogunjubee
Connect with Ife: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifedolapo-ogunjubee/
Learn more about Termii: https://termii.com/2022-08-0840 min
Business Minds Coffee ChatTony Whatley | The Shift to Impact and LegacyTony Whatley, founder of 365 Driven, bestselling author of Sidehustle Millionaire, executive and business coach, keynote speaker, and podcast host joins me on this episode. We talk about what it means to be 365 driven, the accident that shifted Tony’s focus to impact and legacy, why action, belief, and consistency are foundational to success, the importance of removing toxic and negative people from your life, the genesis of the Sidehustle Millionaire, leaning into your fear, and more. Get connected with Tony: Website: https://365driven.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tony.whatley.1...2022-08-0440 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatSteve Magness | Understanding Real ToughnessSteve Magness, world-renowned expert on health and human performance, bestselling author, performance coach, speaker, and host of The Growth Equation podcast and The Science of Running podcast joins me on this episode. Steve has served as a consultant on mental skills development for professional sports teams, including some of the top NBA teams. His expertise on elite sport and performance has been featured in The New Yorker, Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Guardian, Business Insider, and ESPN The Magazine. We talk about Steve’s origin story, when he developed his love of ru...2022-07-281h 06
The Everyday LeaderDarlington Kabatende: Regional Director, JibuShifting from individual contributor to people manager, building win-win relationships with franchise owners, and empowering local leaders to adapt business models.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/darlington-kabatende
Connect with Darlington: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darlington-kabatende-511b6024/
Learn more about Jibu: https://jibuco.com/2022-07-2541 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatRylee Meek | Tapping into the Power of Social SellingRylee Meek, serial entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Social-Dynamic Selling, bestselling author, speaker, coach, Forbes Business Council member, and podcast host joins me on this episode. We talk about Rylee’s origin story, going from broke and broken to generating $100M in sales in under 10 years, key learnings of social selling, building rapport and effective communication skills, and more. Get connected with Rylee: Website: https://www.ryleemeek.com/ and http://socialdynamicselling.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRyleeMeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rylee-meek-1556a919/ Instagram: https...2022-07-211h 06
The Everyday LeaderBen Shaw: Associate, EXEO CapitalDealing with stress, using mentors to manage ups and downs, and the importance of contextualizing leadership and business advice.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/ben-shaw
Connect with Ben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-shaw-24480835/
Learn more about EXEO Capital: https://www.exeocapital.com/2022-07-1838 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatJohn O'Leary | Fighting His Way Back and Leading an Inspiring LifeJohn O'Leary, 2x bestselling author, inspirational speaker, coach, and host of the Live Inspired Podcast joins me on this episode. Following a tragic accident at the age of nine, John was not expected to live. Today, he teaches others how to truly live. John helps hundreds of thousands of people to live inspired each year, sharing his insights and inspiring message with emotional storytelling and unexpected humor. We talk about John’s incredible story of survival, the heroes in his life, lessons in leadership, the power of mentorship, giving to make a difference, setting high st...2022-07-1459 min
The Everyday LeaderMaggy Mushira: Partner, Global Search, ShortlistConfronting insecurities by speaking about them, balancing strategy with execution, and how great leaders can step in and succeed with almost any team.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/maggy-mushira
Connect with Maggy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggymushiraagweyu/
Learn more about Shortlist: https://www.shortlist.net/2022-07-1143 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatNathan Hirsch | Mastering the Art of OutsourcingNathan Hirsch, ecommerce, outsourcing, and hiring expert joins me on this episode. Nathan built and sold an eight figure business completely run by remote virtual assistants in the Philippines. He is the co-founder of Outsource School and the CEO of EcomBalance. We talk about what motivated Nathan to become an entrepreneur at a young age, running a business while in college, why he received a cease and desist letter from his college, becoming one of the first Amazon sellers, lessons learned through failure, benefits and objections of working with VAs, hiring mistakes, and more. 2022-07-0747 min
The Everyday LeaderChilekwa Banda: Managing Director, Post Dot Net ZambiaThe challenges of managing staff who are friends, the importance of making teams know that they have been heard, and why leaders need to understand enough about each part of their business.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/chilekwa-banda
Connect with Chilekwa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chilekwabanda/
Learn more about Post Dot Net Zambia: http://www.postdotnet.co.zm/2022-07-0430 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatJenny Blake | Set Yourself FreeJenny Blake, ideapreneur, bestselling author, international keynote speaker, and podcaster joins me on this episode. Jenny is the co-creator of Google’s acclaimed Career Guru coaching program. She’s given keynotes and workshops at top companies and universities including Google, Microsoft, Stanford, Yale, and MIT. And she loves helping people move from friction to flow through smarter systems. We talk about Jenny’s backstory, lessons learned through making hard decisions, going all in on a creative vision, big ideas from Free Time, and more. Get connected with Jenny: Website: https://itsfreetime.com/ 2022-06-301h 00
The Everyday LeaderBenny Ayerite: Manager, Enforcement, NSITFBeing a manger inside a civil service organization and the types of responsibilities that don't show up on a job description.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/benny-ayerite
Connect with Benny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benedicta-ayerite-9176b98b/
Learn more about NSITF: https://www.nsitf.gov.ng/2022-06-2720 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatDr. John Schinnerer | Managing the Dark SideDr. John Schinnerer, positive psychology expert, award-winning author, speaker, executive coach, and podcast host joins me on this episode. John holds a Ph.D. in educational psychology from UC Berkeley. He focuses on coaching high performing clients using scientifically proven tools to achieve professional and personal potential. John served as one of three expert consultants for Pixar's Inside Out. We talk about the Man Box concept, emotional literacy, masculinity, learning to let go of anger, meditation, the science behind happiness, the nocebo effect, mindsets, and more. Get connected with John: Website...2022-06-2356 min
The Everyday LeaderSyakaa William: Project Manager, DalbergBeing mindful of setting the right pace of work for a team, enabling a customized work experience for staff and identifying a problem you are passionate about.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/syakaa-william
Connect with Syakaa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/syakaa-william-54917455/
Learn more about Dalberg: https://dalberg.com/2022-06-2041 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatKute Blackson | Why We Need to Find the Courage to Let GoKute Blackson, bestselling author, inspirational speaker, visionary, and transformational teacher joins me on this episode. Kute is widely considered the next generation leader in the field of personal development and has been featured on Larry King Now, Fox and Friends, Dr. Drew, and many other media outlets. Inc. Magazine calls him "The mindfulness guru billionaires go to for advice." We talk about Kute’s origin story and growing up without a sense of limits, speaking in front of large audiences as a child, creating his own path, coming to the U.S. at 18 to follow a...2022-06-161h 04
The Everyday LeaderYekeen Ajeigbe: Senior Engineering Manager, DeimosHow entrepreneurship experience can make you a better manager, the best practices of open communication with clients, and why leaders need to regularly adapt their style.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/yekeen-ajeigbe
Connect with Yekeen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yekeenajeigbe/
Learn more about Deimos: https://deimos.io/2022-06-1331 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatJames Whittaker | Capturing Napoleon Hill's LegacyJames Whittaker, 3x bestselling author, speaker, host of the Win The Day podcast, co-founder of We Are Podcast, and co-executive producer of Think and Grow Rich: The Legacy joins me on this episode. We talk about the impact that Napoleon Hill's principles have had on James, the process of writing Think and Grow Rich: The Legacy, framing failure, the power of mastermind groups, morning routines, and more. Get connected with James: Website: https://jameswhitt.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jameswhitt LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameswhittaker1/ T...2022-06-0956 min
The Everyday LeaderDinah Njuguna: Investment Manager for Africa, KivaCreating space for making mistakes, the importance of establishing your credibility, and being more mindful of time management during remote work.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/dinah-njuguna
Connect with Dinah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinah-n-5b877964/
Learn more about Kiva: https://www.kiva.org/2022-06-0629 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatCharles Vogl | Creating Community and Deeper ConnectionsCharles Vogl, award-winning author, speaker, executive advisor to global organizations, and a founding member of the Google Vitality Lab joins me on this episode. Charles helps leaders transform loneliness and separation into connection and belonging. We talk about Charles’s service in the Peace Corps and how it changed him, the big 3 factors leading to the loneliest era in American history, mirage communities, steps to building meaningful communities, and more. Get connected with Charles: Website: https://www.charlesvogl.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charles.vogl LinkedIn: ht...2022-06-021h 01
The Everyday LeaderCollins Lumumba: Head of Customer Experience, Metropolitan National SaccoThe difference between a boss and a leader, staying resilient during times of rapid sector transformation and being proactive about continuous professional development.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/collins-lumumba
Connect with Collins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/collins-lumumba-mcim-63a052b0/
Learn more about Metropolitan National Sacco: https://www.metrosacco.co.ke/2022-05-3027 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatRobert Mack | Cultivating Happiness from the Inside OutRobert Mack, positive psychology expert, celebrity happiness coach, executive coach, bestselling author, and keynote speaker joins me on this episode. Rob is one of the world's leading experts on the relationship between happiness and success. He helps individuals and organizations achieve an energizing balance of authentic personal happiness and effortless professional success based on time-tested science and timeless spiritual wisdom. We talk about Rob's origin story, growing up depressed and suicidal, finding positive psychology, the happiness set point, strategies for cultivating happiness, and more. Get connected with Rob: Website: https://www.co...2022-05-2659 min
The Everyday LeaderTemitayo Samson-Grace: Head of Talent, Big Cabal MediaMaking a career pivot within a company, how best to approach your side gig, and how media influences how we show up as leaders.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/temitayo-samson-grace
Connect with Temi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/temitayosg/
Learn more about Big Cabal Media: https://www.bigcabal.com/2022-05-2340 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatDr. Robert Lefkowitz | From Yellow Beret to Nobel LaureateDr. Bob Lefkowitz, Nobel Prize winning scientist, biochemist, researcher, author, and professor at the Duke University Medical Center joins me on this episode. Dr. Lefkowitz and Brian K. Kobilka won the 2012 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for discovering the inner workings of G-protein-coupled receptors, gateways to cells that react to chemical messages. Dr. Lefkowitz's discoveries have had a significant impact on the development of new drugs. Nearly half of all prescription drugs are designed to engage the receptors that Dr. Lefkowitz identified. We talk about Bob's origin story, finding his calling for being a physician, becoming...2022-05-1959 min
The Everyday LeaderMatthew Henshall: Founder & CEO, Lessonspace & Code4KidsStepping into a leadership role by necessity, parallel learning through managing multiple businesses, and the risks of aiming for a perfect outcome.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/matthew-henshall
Connect with Matthew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewhenshall/
Learn more about Lessonspace: https://www.thelessonspace.com/
Learn more about Code4Kids: https://www.getcode4kids.com/2022-05-1636 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatRyan Hawk | Pursuing Excellence in Life and BusinessRyan Hawk, former college and pro quarterback, podcast host, keynote speaker, author, and leadership advisor joins me on this episode. Ryan speaks for and consults with some of the world's leading brands, including: Salesforce, Dodge, and the U.S. Naval Academy. We talk about mentorship, the ultimate form of leadership, learning what to say yes and no to, the power of developing communication and listening skills, the benefits of improv comedy, the confluence of events that led to Ryan starting his podcast, The Pursuit of Excellence, and more. Get connected with Ryan: 2022-05-121h 03Business Minds Coffee ChatMolly Fletcher | Lead, Inspire, and Connect With Courage and OptimismMolly Fletcher, former top sports agent, inspiring keynote and TEDx speaker, author, negotiation and leadership trainer, and podcast host joins me on this episode. Molly made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents and was hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN. She has been featured in a number of media outlets including ESPN, CNN, Forbes, Fast Company, and Sports Illustrated. We talk about Molly’s origin story, lessons learned from her parents and brothers, the advice she received from Zig Ziglar, navigating into a career as a sports agent...2022-05-0550 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatDr. Ruth Gotian | Unpacking The Success FactorDr. Ruth Gotian, speaker, coach, educator, author of The Success Factor, and ranked the #1 emerging management thinker in the world joins me on this episode. Ruth is the Chief Learning Officer at Weill Cornell Medicine. She regularly publishes in such journals as Nature, Scientific American, Academic Medicine, Psychology Today, Forbes and Harvard Business Review. We talk about the elements of success, the psychology and characteristics of high achievers, lessons from The Success Factor, flow states, the importance of mentorship, a challenge to our audience, and more. Get connected with Ruth: Website: https://www...2022-04-2856 min
The Everyday LeaderTimi Omotoso: Product Manager, DojahOn building alongside founders as a Product Manager, using Twitter to learn on the job and conduct market research, and building in public to establish trust and confidence with early adopters.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/timi-omotoso
Connect with Timi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omotoso-oluwatimilehin-158968121/
Learn more about Dojah: https://www.dojah.io/2022-04-2524 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatMike Michalowicz | Making Complex Subjects SimpleMike Michalowicz, serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and one of the world’s most popular speakers on small business topics joins me on this episode. Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and business makeover specialist on MSNBC. He has authored a number of wildly popular books including: Get Different, Fix This Next, Clockwork, Profit First, and The Pumpkin Plan. We talk about lessons learned through growing businesses, restarting after losing everything, why it takes Mike years to bring a book to life, getting attention, marketing pitfalls, the DAD framework, a challenge to our listeners, an...2022-04-2132 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatMark Herschberg | The Essential Skills for Success We Weren't TaughtMark Herschberg, author, speaker, MIT instructor, cryptographer, and former top-ranked ballroom dancer joins me on this episode. We talk about Mark’s origin story, his love of math, the catalyst for writing The Career Toolkit, lessons learned during the writing process, an overview of the essential skills for success, and more. Get connected with Mark: Website: https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkAHerschberg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hershey/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkAHerschberg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markaherschberg/ Pur...2022-04-141h 02
The Everyday LeaderNeha Kumar: Head of Product Partnerships, StitchBuilding authentic relationships with business partners, the shift from time-based to outcome-based work, and how the process of hiring a team can lead to valuable reflection.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/neha-kumar
Connect with Neha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nehakumar2/
Learn more about Stitch: https://stitch.money/2022-04-1133 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatKevin Harrington | The Power of Creating a Dream TeamKevin Harrington, serial entrepreneur, investor, speaker, bestselling author, advisor, inventor of the Infomercial, an original shark on the hit TV show Shark Tank, and philanthropist joins me on this episode. Kevin has invested in and launched over 1,000 businesses and products, creating over $6B in global sales. He has been featured on CNBC and Good Morning America, as well as in Entrepreneur, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Inc. We talk about Kevin’s origin story, life and business lessons he learned from working in his father’s restaurant, building credibility, the genesis of the Infomercial, the...2022-04-0732 min
The Everyday LeaderNelly Agyemang-Gyamfi: Group Director of Operations, Moringa SchoolDeveloping self-awareness as a leader, building a reputation for getting things done, and transitioning to leading through influence.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/nelly-agyemang-gyamfi
Connect with Nelly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nellyagyemanggyamfi/
Learn more about Moringa School: https://moringaschool.com/2022-04-0444 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatFrancesca Gino | The Best Kind of RebelFrancesca Gino, an award-winning researcher and teacher, tenured professor at Harvard Business School, consultant, speaker, and bestselling author joins me on this episode. Francesca has been honored as one of the world’s Top 40 Business Professors under 40 and one of the world’s 50 most influential management thinkers. Her work has been featured on CNN and NPR, as well as in the Economist, Financial Times, New York Times, Newsweek, Scientific American, and Psychology Today. We talk about Francesca’s origin story, life lessons from her parents, coming to America, her fascination for the science of decision making...2022-03-311h 02
The Everyday LeaderKevine Kagirimpundu: CEO & Co-Founder, UZURI K&YThe power of telling your brand’s story, seeking opportunities to stay grounded as a leader, and designing your workspace with your team in mind.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/kevine-kagirimpundu
Connect with Kevine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevine-kagirimpundu
Learn more about UZURI K&Y: https://uzuriky.com2022-03-2831 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatAlisa Cohn | Growing Personally as a LeaderAlisa Cohn, executive coach, angel investor, advisor, award-winning author, speaker, podcast host, Broadway investor, and amateur rap artist joins me on this episode. We talk about Alisa’s backstory, the early experiences that shaped who she is today, doing the inner work, coaching and the power of positive feedback, thinking bigger, key lessons From Start-Up to Grown-Up, and more. Get connected with Alisa: Website: https://www.alisacohn.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisacohn/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlisaCohn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisacohn/ F...2022-03-2459 min
The Everyday LeaderSitati Kituyi: Co-Founder, HodiDifferent ways software engineers can pursue leadership roles, understanding the context of the problems you are solving, and finding the right balance between product velocity and technical debt.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/sitati-kituyi
Connect with Sitati: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sitati-kituyi
Learn more about Hodi: https://www.hodi.co/
2022-03-2138 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatRamon Peralta | Sowing Seeds of ServiceRamon Peralta, founder and creative director of Peralta Design, author, podcast host, advisor, and mentor joins me on this episode. We talk about Ramon’s origin story, lessons learned about life and entrepreneurship from his parents, the defining moments that changed his life, mentorship, growing as a leader, Launch Your Brand, and more. Get connected with Ramon: Website: https://peraltadesign.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peraltadesignhq/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PeraltaDesign Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peraltadesign/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peralta-illustration-&-desi...2022-03-171h 03
The Everyday LeaderChipo Phiri: Director of Talent, UpEnergy GroupScreening your potential new employers for values fit, understanding the demographics of your team and how leaders have been emboldened to become more creative.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/chipo-phiri
Connect with Chipo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chipo-emmanuella/
Learn more about UpEnergy: https://www.upenergygroup.com/2022-03-1434 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatDorie Clark | Spies, Politics, and Playing The Long GameDorie Clark, one of the Top 50 business thinkers in the world, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of four books, strategy consultant, executive coach, keynote speaker, and professor at both Duke and Columbia University joins me on this episode. We talk about Dorie’s origin story - from wanting to be a spy to an early interest in politics and socio-cultural issues, working as a former presidential candidate spokesperson, her 20 year goal to be named a US Ambassador, how COVID has influenced her thinking, why we don’t make time for strategic thinking, key learnings from The Long Game...2022-03-1059 min
The Everyday LeaderPhoebe Kagame: Head of Operations, M-ShuleStepping up into roles where you have been appointed, influencing upwards within a leadership team, and setting clear expectations around performance with your team.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/phoebe-khagame
Connect with Phoebe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebe-khagame/
Learn more about M-Shule: https://mshule.com/2022-03-0742 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatJefferson K. Rogers | Going All InJefferson K. Rogers, owner and CEO of JKR Windows, speaker, author, coach, mentor, and podcast host joins me on this episode. We talk about Jefferson’s origin story and what shaped the person he is today, how his mother instilled confidence in him, making the decision to get sober, being part of an empowering tribe, starting and growing a multimillion dollar business, creating culture, impact and legacy, and more. Get connected with Jefferson: Website: https://jeffersonkrogers.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffersonkrogers/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jefferson-K-Rogers-102780145027490 2022-03-031h 07
The Everyday LeaderKrista Davidson: Executive Head, InjiniAligning on working styles with new teams, leaning on your strengths during challenges, and being intentional about making the most of hybrid work.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/krista-davidson
Connect with Krista: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristaroberto/
Learn more about Injini: https://injini.africa/2022-02-2846 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatDhomonique Murphy | From Unknown to UnforgettableDhomonique Murphy, 3x Emmy award-winning TV personality, media expert, bestselling author, keynote speaker, serial entrepreneur, advisor, and strategist joins me on this episode. We talk about being scared of rejection, losing her voice and identity, the conversation that woke her up, rising above victimhood and victim mentality, attitude is everything, the importance of mentors, knowing your why, being kinder to ourselves, and more. Get connected with Dhomonique: Website: https://dhomonique.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dhomonique/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DRicks.Media LinkedIn: https://www.lin...2022-02-241h 22
The Everyday LeaderJoseph Rutakangwa: Founder & CEO, RwaziManaging a network of 10,000 freelancers, keeping your startup team focused, and identifying self-limiting beliefs with an executive coach to unlock business growth.
Episode summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/joseph-rutakangwa
Connect with Joseph: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-rutakangwa/
Learn more about Rwazi: https://www.rwazi.com/2022-02-2148 minBusiness Minds Coffee ChatJanine Shepherd | Finding Meaning in SufferingJanine Shepherd, aerobatics pilot and former cross-country skier, internationally renowned keynote and TEDx speaker, author of 6 bestselling books, and executive and resiliency coach joins me on this episode. We talk about letting go of the way life was meant to look, the moment that changed Janine’s life, finding meaning and a reason to live, cultivating a resilient mindset, the power of attitude, identify shifts, how gratitude helped Janine survive the spinal ward, loving the hills, and more. Get connected with Janine: Website: https://janineshepherd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ja...2022-02-1757 min
The Everyday LeaderMumbi Annstella: Country Growth Manager, TalaCreating collective ownership by setting strategy through OKRs, leveraging internal expertise at larger organizations, and playing the roles of supervisor and mentor for team members.
Episode summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/mumbi-annstella
Connect with Mumbi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mumbi-annstella-543b0969/
Learn more about Tala: https://tala.co/2022-02-1440 min
The Everyday LeaderKrishna Ramesh: Associate Director, IDinsightBalancing the benefits and blindspots of international experience, embracing a culture of ownership, and staying connected to the team and mission while working remotely.
Episode summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/krishna-ramesh
Connect with Krishna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krishnajramesh/
Learn more about IDinsight: https://www.idinsight.org/2022-02-0743 min
The Everyday LeaderLuizer Makena: Regional Manager, East Africa, SeamlessHRFinding what you can be the best at, making time to pause during transitions, and the power of working with a professional coach.
Episode summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/luizer-makena
Connect with Luizer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luizer-m-73924072/
Learn more about SeamlessHR: https://seamlesshr.com/2022-01-3145 min
The Everyday LeaderPersis Ashers: Africa Regional Operations Director, IDinsightWorking with coaches during career transitions, leveraging company culture as a pillar for growth, and adapting to the future of work.
Episode summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/persis-ashers
Connect with Persis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/persis-m-ashers/
Learn more about IDinsight: https://www.idinsight.org/2022-01-2434 min
The Everyday LeaderCatherine Njeri: Key Account Manager, CellulantShaping your story to mobilize, finding ways to identify blindspots, and future-proofing your career by developing a mix of soft skills and industry expertise.
Episode summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/catherine-njeri
Connect with Catherine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-njeri-3278a4130/
Learn more about Cellulant: https://cellulant.io/2022-01-1843 min
The Everyday LeaderWairimu Njoki: VP of Operations - East Africa, Micro Insurance CompanyDiscovering your favorite type of work, understanding the why of your company, and adjusting your 1:1 check-in rhythm over time.
Episode summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/wairimu-njoki
Connect with Wairimu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wairimunjoki/
Learn more about Micro Insurance Company: https://microinsurance.com/2022-01-1029 min
The Everyday LeaderChris Rumenda: General Manager, Shega MarketplaceIdentifying what stage of a business’s growth you thrive in, developing a sense of ownership in a role, and distinguishing your friendship style from your leadership style.
Episode summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/chris-rumenda
Connect with Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-rumenda-83363853/
Learn more about Shega: https://shega.com/2022-01-0432 min
The Everyday LeaderRushika Pattni: Chief of BD & Service Innovation, RamaniSelecting leaders to work for, learning when to step up and step down, and developing a leadership style as an introvert.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/rushika-pattni
Connect with Rushika: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rushika-pattni-ab613aa3/
Learn more about Ramani: https://www.ramani.io/2021-12-2037 min
The Everyday LeaderCaroline Afedoe: General Manager, Turaco KenyaLaunching a career in sales, returning to a former employer, and remembering to have fun at work.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/caroline-afedoe
Connect with Caroline: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-afedoe-9a7b6735/
Learn more about Turaco: https://www.turaco.insure/2021-12-1332 min
The Everyday LeaderCynthia Makunganya: Head of Malawi Operations, YellowHitting the ground running at a startup, building culture across large field teams, and finding ways to pursue social initiatives within your business model.
Episode summary: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/cynthia-makunganya
Connect with Cynthia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-makunganya-9aa87961/
Learn more about Yellow: https://www.yellow.africa/2021-12-0640 min
The Everyday LeaderMartin Gathuru: Director of Operations - East Africa, BridgeLeading with questions, overcoming operational constraints, and making data-driven decisions at scale.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/martin-gathuru
Connect with Martin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-gathuru-46154826/
Learn more about Bridge: https://bridgeinternationalacademies.com/2021-11-2935 min
The Everyday LeaderSeun Olafusi: People Operations Manager, Branch InternationalCollaborating globally across remote teams, building a strong culture at tech companies, and reporting to two managers.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/seun-olafusi
Connect with Seun: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seun-olafusi-shrm-scp-1ab43a48/
Learn more about Branch: https://branch.co/2021-11-2144 min
The Everyday LeaderPenina Kimani: Chief Digital Officer, Longhorn PublishersBuilding confidence early, aligning one's personal and company vision, and transitioning from startups to corporates.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/penina-kimani
Connect with Penina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peninakimani/
Learn more about Longhorn Publishers: https://longhornpublishers.com/2021-11-1430 min
The Everyday LeaderCharles Elioth: Senior Program Manager, AMIGetting started in the entrepreneurship space, using the workplace as a source of learning, and using open communication to navigate uncertainty.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/charles-elioth
Connect with Charles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anon-charles-w-elioth-8181bb88/
Learn more about AMI: https://www.africanmanagers.org/2021-11-0735 min
The Everyday LeaderDoris Muigei: Chief Growth Officer, YusudiLearning how to slow down, transitioning from HR to general management, and designing your own job description.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/doris-muigei
Connect with Doris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorismuigei/
Learn more about Yusudi: https://www.yusudi.co/2021-11-0236 min
The Everyday LeaderMaurice Otieno: Executive Director, Baraza Media LabBuilding a dream team, applying sports lessons to the professional world, and the power of networking and community design.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/maurice-otieno
Connect with Maurice: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maurice-otieno-68023634/
Learn more about Baraza Media Lab: https://barazalab.com/2021-10-3144 min
The Everyday LeaderDélice Fatiro: Programs Manager, ResonateThe journey from intern to manager, knowing when to hand over responsibilities to your team, and avoiding career growth stagnation.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/delice-fatiro
Connect with Délice: https://www.linkedin.com/in/d%C3%A9lice-fatiro-3a4412134/
Learn more about Resonate: https://resonateworkshops.org/2021-10-2724 min
The Everyday LeaderHussein Kiarie: Special Projects Lead, PulaEmbracing being a generalist and knowing when to pivot from your default team engagement strategy.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/hussein-kiarie
Connect with Hussein: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hussein-kiarie-97197385/
Learn more about Pula Advisors: https://www.pula-advisors.com/2021-10-2440 min
The Everyday LeaderMercy Ojwang'-Kinyua: Director of Operations, OkHi Smart AddressingIdentifying leadership "bad habits", intentionally learning from other leaders, and defaulting to transparency.
Conversation summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/mercy-ojwang-kinyua
Connect with Mercy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercyo-k/
Learn more about OkHi Smart Addressing: https://www.okhi.com/2021-10-1931 min
The Everyday LeaderHillary Sang: Collections & Repayments Lead, Apollo AgricultureScaling up field teams, running call centers, and putting yourself in your team’s shoes.
Conversation summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/hillary-sang
Connect with Hillary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sang-hillary-39679a6a/
Learn more about Apollo Agriculture: https://www.apolloagriculture.com/2021-10-1716 min
The Everyday LeaderThatcher Mweu: Project Manager, SendyManaging communication flows, the benefits of serving as an Executive Assistant early in your career, and work-life balance at startups.
Conversation summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/thatcher-mweu
Connect with Thatcher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tmweu/
Learn more about Sendy: https://www.sendyit.com/2021-10-1224 min
The Everyday LeaderWiza Jalakasi: VP of Global Developer Relations, Chipper CashGetting the timing right during career transitions, managing pan-African scale-ups, and building a personal brand online.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/wiza-jalakasi
Connect with Wiza: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wizaj/
Learn more about Chipper Cash: https://chippercash.com/2021-10-1036 min
The Everyday LeaderAsha Mweru: Director of Talent & Operations, African Management InstituteCombining creator and operator roles, seeing your own leadership challenges in others, and selecting a team-wide OKR tool.
Show summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/asha-mweru
Connect with Asha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asha-mweru-mbowa-44b57952/
Learn more about African Management Institute: https://www.africanmanagers.org/2021-10-0528 min
The Everyday LeaderBabatunde Ogundeko: Growth Manager, Helium HealthStepping up to fill team gaps, partnering with existing teams to roll out new products, and the power of approachability.
Conversation summary page: https://blog.coffeechat.co/p/babatunde-ogundeko
Connect with Babatunde on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatunde-ogundeko-ifedapo/
Learn more about Helium Health: https://heliumhealth.com/2021-10-0327 min
The Everyday LeaderTrailer: Introducing "The Everyday Leader" PodcastThe Everyday Leader is a new podcast where we hear from inspiring individuals building and leading teams across Africa.2021-09-1500 min
Conextion Digital con Mila ZCoffeechat MondaysWelcome to Coffeechat Mondays!
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The Traveling FarrsCoffeeChat 12-18-2020 AaronsGameChat and MandoAarons’ Game Chat returns on the CoffeeChat this week and we discuss Mando, Disney and try to forget the week at work. Enjoy.
2020-12-181h 28The Traveling FarrsCoffeeChat – 1/18/2020On today’s CoffeeChat we rearrange some things and we discuss Karen’s first full week back to school and we have Q of the Dubya for you too.
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@awekh#coffeechat: Tuya CoffeeNgobrol di salah satu coffee to go yang baru buka di Jalan Bahureksa, Bandung. Ada juga cerita tentang bagaimana Adi dan saya mulai ngopi. Jangan lupa follow Instagram kami di @coffeechatid, baca blog kami di coffeechat.id juga tonton video kami di channel Youtube coffeechat Indonesia
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/awekh/message2019-11-2020 minThe Traveling Farrs11-11 NaPodPoMo 2018 CoffeeChat with WaterHere is our CoffeeChat sans coffee from 11-11. Enjoy.
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