Steps I Took Podcast w/ Jevanni Letford & Achasah

Tess Pereira, psychologist coach, shares her journey from feeling isolated as a child in the UK to becoming a therapist in Dubai, inspiring people to embrace vulnerability, stay curious, and prioritise emotional well-being. She highlights the power of kindness, empathy, and therapy in building stronger relationships and living a more connected, fulfilling life. Key Highlights •⁠ ⁠Vulnerability fos...

We sat down with DJ DayDay, BBC 1Xtra presenter, as he spills the secrets behind turning obstacles into opportunities, how his family fuels his drive, and his game-changing future plans including how he wants to launch a DJ academy for kids and conquer music production. Key Takeaways: •⁠ ⁠How he made the most of lockdown to elevate his DJ career. •⁠ ⁠Overcoming personal and professional challenges...

We sat down with Anisa Ismail, an addiction specialist revolutionising how we approach screen time. From her move to Abu Dhabi to founding the innovative "Kids Unplugged" program, Anisa shares her personal journey, expert insights, and practical tips for reducing screen addiction in both kids and adults. If you're looking to regain balance in a tech-driven world, this episode is a must-watch! Key...

Discover the journey of Brickz with Tipz, a power couple redefining property investment and personal growth. From humble beginnings to building a thriving portfolio, they share secrets to financial security, generational wealth, and smart strategies for success. Discover their stories of resilience, balancing family and business, and the power of lifelong learning and serving others. Key Highlight...

Discover the mindset shifts and insights that fuelled the rise from Marine to fitness visionary as we explore the journey of life coach Cyrus, fitness entrepreneur and co-founder of Boxicar Gym in Dubai. From a challenging past to a near-death experience in Afghanistan, Cyrus’s journey is one of resilience and transformation. Understand how he built a thriving gym community, drawing hundreds of me...

In this episode of Steps I Took, Emmanuel takes us on an inspiring journey, starting from his childhood in Napoli to establishing his own tailoring business in Dubai. His story emphasises hard work, calculated risks and opportunities. Emmanuel sheds light on his experience with top-end hospitality businesses and how his upbringing helped shape his entrepreneurial spirit. Topics covered: • ⁠Leverag...

In this episode, entrepreneur Matthew Bridgeman shares his varied journey through event organising, business startups and fitness content creation. Having started a clothing line company at just 15 & hosted sold-out events globally at iconic venues including Ministry of Sound and Jazz Cafe, this one is not to be missed. Key take-aways: Matthew's collaboration with GymShark and his journey of r...

In this episode of Steps I Took, Kirsty shares her remarkable story of evolving from a teacher to the visionary founder of "That Dubai Girl," which she later sold for six figures. She opens up about her mental health struggles, revealing how therapy and self-care became her anchors. Tune in to discover how Kirsty built a thriving community in Dubai and the powerful lessons she learned along the wa...

In this episode of Steps I Took, Chris, the founder of Practical, shares his bold leap from corporate food marketing into the world of meal delivery. Discover how he built Practical into a thriving meal plan service with over 120 macro-balanced recipes, designed to make healthy eating affordable and accessible. Chris dives into the challenges of scaling his business, balancing quality with cost, a...

In this powerful episode Emaan shares her inspiring journey from a strict Egyptian-American upbringing in California to founding the feminine health brand, Ketish. Emaan opens up about her rebellious spirit, overcoming a cervical cancer diagnosis at 21, and the hard-won lessons of navigating cultural expectations, business challenges, and personal growth. She offers invaluable insights into balanc...

In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Michael, a former Marine turned successful entrepreneur in Dubai's fitness industry. From his early love for sports to rigorous Marine training, Michael's story is one of resilience, dedication, and community-building. He opens up about his transition to civilian life, the challenges of starting Athlete Fitness, and the values that have drive...

In the first episode of Steps I Took, Achasah and Jevanni sit down with Tyra Shakil, a successful businesswoman in Dubai. They cover: Tyra’s journey from a party lifestyle to focusing on fitness and personal growth, and how this shift helped her become a strong leader. Getting rid of the distractions and finding herself and her calling. The story behind landing major clients like Fix Chocolate and...