Founder Diaries Podcast

In Minisode 7 of Founder Diaries, Yvonne shares why going to therapy is not a weakness…it’s a leadership tool Unhealed trauma shows up in how we lead, delegate, price, overwork, avoid hard conversations and even burn out. You don’t leave your past at the door when you build a business

In this episode, Yvonne sits down with Robert, an executive leadership coach and entrepreneur trainer (also known as The Business Therapist) for a deep and honest conversation about burnout, pressure, identity, and what it really costs to “hold it all together especially as a female entrepreneur/founder. This episode goes beyond business tactics and zooms in on the person behind the business …beca...

Minisode 6 of the Founder Diaries, Yvonne shares why working longer hours doesn’t always lead to better results. She breaks down the shift from being busy to being intentional and why clarity, decision-making, and systems matter more than constant hustle. If you’ve been feeling stuck in overwork mode, this episode is a gentle but honest reset. Let’s talk about our partners, DigiTax As someone runn...

In this minisode, Yvonne shares her honest take on work-life balance, especially as a woman and a mother. She explores why balance often feels impossible and offers a more realistic approach: creating harmony by aligning your calendar with your values, roles and season of life. A grounding listen for founders juggling many responsibilities. Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/RouYAzRrqbM Instagram:...

Feeling overwhelmed at work or during a busy day? In this minisode, Yvonne shares a simple, practical framework she uses to reset when everything feels urgent and overwhelming, especially on days filled with deadlines, interruptions and mental overload. She walks you through: •How to pause and re-center •A simple way to organize your tasks •How to plan your time more realistically so the day feels...

Welcome to Minisode 3 of the Founder Diaries Podcast. In this episode, Yvonne dives into a tough but necessary conversation about overworking…and how many of us unknowingly tie our identity and self-worth to productivity, roles, and output. She unpacks how long-term stress, early responsibility, work culture and capitalism condition us to feel “safe” only when we’re busy. When rest, silence or slo...

In this episode , we sit down with Charles, the founder of Royal Reel Photography and one behind the production of the Founder Diaries Podcast. Charles introduces himself as a visual strategist, someone who goes beyond photography and videography to intentionally create visuals that communicate meaning for brands and personal brands. He shares how his journey didn’t begin with a polished plan or a...

In Minisode 2, Yvonne walks through a simple morning formula for a productive day...why avoiding social media first thing matters, how to ground yourself before the day begins and small habits that help you pour into yourself before giving to the world.

What’s Your Tip for Success? This is a Minisode segment of the Founder Diaries Podcast, where Yvonne shares hot takes, tips, tricks, and real experiences from the entrepreneur journey. In this 1st minisode, Yvonne talks about her personal tips for success ... the lessons, mindset shifts, and practical tips that have guided her journey as a founder and entrepreneur. An important plug: We have to sh...

In our very first episode of Founder Diaries Podcast with Yvonne Kanyi, we sit down with Victoria , a serial entrepreneur building and scaling multiple businesses in Kenya. She shares her journey running a multi-branch spa VSPA Kenya , alongside her other ventures, Titi Kenya and Thao Tree and talks about how marketing strategy has been key to her growth. She also opens up about the realities of l...