Everyday Leadership

"I've missed numerous school plays, sports matches... You miss stuff, you just miss stuff." In this inspiring episode of Everyday Leadership, host Sope Agbelusi sits down with Sarah Brodie, a trailblazing commercial airline captain who's changing the face of aviation. Sarah shares her incredible journey from childhood dreams to becoming one of the few female captains in a male-dominated...

"Sometimes the best additions to your life isn't anymore. It's subtracting." In this transformative episode of Everyday Leadership, host Sope Agbelusi delves into the powerful concept of strategic subtraction and how it can propel you from good to great. Sope shares his experience of transitioning from a successful consultancy to fully embracing his purpose and creating Mindset Shift. He...

"When you're around successful people, you can be around successive people and still feel like the outsider. Even though you're successful yourself, you never truly belong." In this powerful episode of Everyday Leadership, we sit down with the four founders of the Brown Skinned Girls Network: Nkiru, Anya, Jane, and Jaynee. These remarkable women share their journey of creating a global s...

"This isn't a dress rehearsal, is it? We're living our lives now. So I just need to find the happiness and the peace of mind." In this inspiring episode of Everyday Leadership, we dive deep with Thanh Catachanas, a trailblazing figure in media and advertising as Head of Collaboration and Acquisition at JCDecaux. From her journey as a child of Vietnamese refugees to becoming a powerhouse...

"When you take your power back, you are in the driving seat of your career." In this episode of Everyday Leadership, Sope Agbelusi talks to Hannah Awonuga, Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion at Knight Frank, mother of three, wife, and woman of faith. Hannah shares the details of her journey, from experiencing homelessness as a teenager to her first managerial role at a bank to step...

In this episode, Sope Agbelusi dives into the realities of the entrepreneurial rollercoaster journey from nurturing an idea to moments of success and the dreaded drop. While were often shown an entrepreneur's impressive achievements and accolades, the gruelling reality of what happens behind the scenes is pretty obscure. No one sees the late nights, early mornings, painful rejections or projects t...

Theres a synergy that can be created through collaborative working. The together bit. That will produce exponentially more than if we try to do stuff on our own. The economy of together. In this episode of Everyday Leadership, Sope Agbelusi talks to Kevin Davis, social entrepreneur and CEO of the Vine Trust Group about his leadership journey. Kevin sheds light on how his upbringing influenced his...

"I was drinking and using drugs a lot. And by the time I was 24, I'd had four children in a marriage that had broken down. And I didn't want to be here anymore." Today, we welcome Josh Connolly, a resilience and well-being coach, breathwork practitioner, and author of the new book "Its Them, Not You: How to Break Free from Toxic Parents and Reclaim Your Story" Josh shares his e...

When I got out of prison I had no money, no carpet, no wallpaper and I would wake up every day, go to this youth project and I was so happy and so full of purpose. In this powerful episode, we sit down with the inspiring Justice Williams MBE, a multi-award-winning personal brand strategist, keynote speaker, and co-founder of the UK Black Business Magazine. Justice shares her extraordinary journey...

"Call it a rebel, call it black sheep, call it whatever anyone wants. All I was doing along the way was living my life on my terms." Ritika Wadhwa , CEO and founder of P rabhaav Global shares her journey of breaking barriers and living life on her own terms. From facing gender expectations in a patriarchal society to navigating the challenges of being an immigrant, Ritika's story is one...

Most people fail, not because of a lack of effort, but because their effort is misdirected. Weve been raised in a world that constantly tells us that working hard will help us achieve everything we deserve and have dreamed of. We often get so wrapped up in the idea of working hard (and then frustrated when things dont quite go as planned) that we forget to take a moment to reflect on what our ener...

"I think saying no, saying no is a big one. And sometimes you don't even have to give a reason. That's fine to just say no and it be a no." In this inspiring episode of Everyday Leadership, Sope Agbelusi sits down with Renee Davis, the multi-award-winning founder of Out the Box, a community builder, speaker, writer, and editor. Renee shares her remarkable journey from journalism to entre...

"I did not enter an argument that I knew I wouldn't win. And if I entered the argument, you were not going to win that argument because I came to that argument with facts. I came to that argument with evidence, and I came to that argument with reason." In this episode of Everyday Leadership, Sope Agbelusi interviews Grace Masuro, the organisational inclusionist. Grace shares her journey...

"I worked incredibly hard for that company up until that time, and I had the receipts. And this is kind of how quickly people can now find you less valuable." This episode features Kimberly Ofori, a banker turned management consultant, turned successful tech entrepreneur. Having founded and sold two companies in the past decade & working with clientele in the Middle East, Africa, the...

In this episode, Sope Agbelusi delves into intentional living, emphasising that his current lifestyle results from conscious choices aligned with his core values, goals, and aspirations rather than mere luck. He introduces the Decide Framework, a tool for intentional decision-making that involves defining, evaluating, considering, implementing, dedicating, and evaluating again. Sope shares a clien...

"I could not help but write the book because I felt like the Asian perspective was missing from the diversity conversation." In this conversation, Jane Hyun, a leading authority on leveraging culture and diversity in businesses, discusses her journey of bridging differences and navigating cultural challenges in the corporate world. She shares insights on unlearning and relearning cultural values,...

"Too many women, in particular, are underutilised, whether by their own design or by the design of others, but there's a big disconnect." In this episode of Everyday Leadership, we have an insightful conversation with Mary Mosope Adeyemi, a speaker, corporate trainer, career strategist, and author of the multi-award-winning book "Visibility of Visible Strengths." She is the CEO...

"I refuse to feel shame for something that I've no control over Joanne Conway, Head of Inclusion at DLA Piper, shares her journey from a challenging childhood to a successful career in finance and diversity and inclusion. Her values of fairness and opportunity have guided her throughout her life. Joanne emphasises the importance of belonging and its impact on productivity and well-being. She...

"Legacy means the ability to serve and create outlets that impact people beyond your contribution" Akil Hunte is a lawyer, public speaker, socially conscious entrepreneur, consultant, author, and spoken word poet. He is on a mission to challenge the status quo and inspire the next generation of leaders on their journeys through his value-based leadership principles. Akil Hunte shares his...

Pilar shares her journey from university to freelancing in the music industry, highlighting the importance of following curiosity and adapting to new environments. She discusses the challenges of pride and rejection and the benefits and drawbacks of being a freelancer. Pilar emphasises the need for financial preparedness and the importance of understanding one's working style. She also shares less...

In this episode, Sope Agbelusi celebrates his 40th birthday and reflects on his personal and professional growth journey. This heartfelt and engaging conversation is a testament to the transformative power of love, faith, and perseverance in facing life's challenges. He discusses the importance of curiosity, perseverance, and commitment in his 20s and the challenges of building a family and naviga...

"I've been very comfortable in the shadows for many years. The fact that I wasn't bold enough, I wasn't confident enough. And I questioned myself a lot." Discover the inspiring untold story of Jane Doherty, CEO of Trinity Healthcare Plus, a multi-seven-figure award-winning healthcare organisation, board trustee, and Philanthropist. Jane is a mother and a wife who defied expectations and...

"I like to start there because some of the sort of wonky ways that we find our way into the things that we love matter and make us who we are." In this episode, we explore Nick Eagleton's wonderfully creative and unconventional mindthe "Playful Saboteur" and co-founder of Sabatura. Prepare to have your perspectives challenged and imaginations unlocked! Key Takeaways: The magic...

"The master's tools will not dismantle the master's house." In this conversation, the Award-winning founder of anti-racist brand consultancy Brand by Me Collette Philip shares her journey from a shy and ambitious young girl to a confident leader who challenges systemic racism and injustice. She discusses her transformation in secondary school, overcoming bullying, and finding her voice....

In this episode, Sope Agbelusi explores the power of silence and the importance of pausing in personal growth and leadership. Silence is described as the canvas of thought, providing a space for reflection, insights, and innovative thinking. The episode emphasizes the discomfort of silence in a world that never stops talking and encourages listeners to embrace the pause as a tool for clarity, crea...