Sandra Chuma

In this episode, I will share the three key points you will need to remember to be able to build sustainable habits. These key points are way more effective long-term more than the temporary nature of relying on motivation and willpower alone. This episode wraps up our Habits series, as well as the year for the NDINI Podcast. I have a very special message at the end of this episode, so be sure to watch and listen until the end! I am eternally grateful to you for the support that you continue to give me, and that you continue to give this platform. I wish you the very best over this holiday season. I wish you a blessed,  safe, and peaceful holiday season, and I will see you in the new year!  Much love, Sandra

In this episode, I will share the three key points you will need to remember to be able to build sustainable habits. These key points are way more effective long-term more than the temporary nature of relying on motivation and willpower alone. This episode wraps up our Habits series, as well as the year for the NDINI Podcast. I have a very special message at the end of this episode, so be sure to watch and listen until the end! I am eternally grateful to you for the support that you continue to give me, and that you continue to give this platform. I wish you the very best over this holiday season. I wish you a blessed,  safe, and peaceful holiday season, and I will see you in the new year!  Much love, Sandra

150 | Sandra Chuma - 3 Keys to building sustainable habits (plus a special year-end message)

One of the things that I have learned in learning about behavior design is the power of habits, and that habits really are the foundation of success.  I didn't expect my learning about habits to literally be life changing. And so once I started down this path and started learning from BJ Fogg, I learned that he has one non-negotiable, -- the Maui habit.  And what the Maui habit is, is that every morning, as soon as you wake up, you say to yourself, "This is going to be a great day."  Regardless of my hesitation or what I had thought at that time, I started doing it. And I can tell you that it has fundamentally shifted how I go through the day. When the very first thought in your mind is 'this is going to be a great day,' your mind articulates itself to looking to make it a great day.  But to be completely honest, not every day is a great day. And there are days where I wake up, and I know it's going to be challenging, I know I've got a very busy schedule ahead, I know there are hard things that I'm going to face, or I am going through hard things or I'm fighting with my husband or whatever it is. And sometimes those words to say it's going to be a great day just feels really hollow.  To answer this issue and struggle, I talk about the story of BJ Fogg’s sister in this episode -- a story he shared in his book. This story tells of how she was able to overcome her situation despite all the unfortunate tragedies in her life that came one after the other. Here you will learn the words she said to herself that was able to change her mindset and completely change her life for the better. In  Dr. Wendy Wood’s book, 'Good Habits, Bad Habits' she talks about how we underestimate the power of habits when it comes to resilience, when it comes to being able to carry us through hard things. This year has been such a great example of hardship. Regardless of who you are and what you do, you have been impacted in some way by the events of this year. And now more than ever, is when our habits are what will carry us through.

One of the things that I have learned in learning about behavior design is the power of habits, and that habits really are the foundation of success.  I didn't expect my learning about habits to literally be life changing. And so once I started down this path and started learning from BJ Fogg, I learned that he has one non-negotiable, -- the Maui habit.  And what the Maui habit is, is that every morning, as soon as you wake up, you say to yourself, "This is going to be a great day."  Regardless of my hesitation or what I had thought at that time, I started doing it. And I can tell you that it has fundamentally shifted how I go through the day. When the very first thought in your mind is 'this is going to be a great day,' your mind articulates itself to looking to make it a great day.  But to be completely honest, not every day is a great day. And there are days where I wake up, and I know it's going to be challenging, I know I've got a very busy schedule ahead, I know there are hard things that I'm going to face, or I am going through hard things or I'm fighting with my husband or whatever it is. And sometimes those words to say it's going to be a great day just feels really hollow.  To answer this issue and struggle, I talk about the story of BJ Fogg’s sister in this episode -- a story he shared in his book. This story tells of how she was able to overcome her situation despite all the unfortunate tragedies in her life that came one after the other. Here you will learn the words she said to herself that was able to change her mindset and completely change her life for the better. In <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43565368-good-habits-bad-habits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Dr. Wendy Wood’s book, 'Good Habits, Bad Habits'</a> she talks about how we underestimate the power of habits when it comes to resilience, when it comes to being able to carry us through hard things. This year has been such a great example of hardship. Regardless of who you are and what you do, you have been impacted in some way by the events of this year. And now more than ever, is when our habits are what will carry us through.

149 | Sandra - Habits are your superpower in times of hardship and crisis

If I tell you, “Whatever you do today, don't think about a pink elephant.” What's the first thing that happens in your mind? Don't think about a pink elephant -- now you're thinking about the pink elephant. And that's exactly the same thing that happens with habits. Your mind is the key. In this episode I talk about the  Stanford Marshmallow Experiment that was done in 1972 and its significance on how to deal with issues of self-control, especially when it comes to changing habits. What is the strategy?  Trying to focus on changing a bad habit gung ho just keeps that bad habit in your mind, making it a continuous struggle. If you're trying to change a behavior, trying to change a habit, the best way to actually do that is not to focus on the bad habit, and instead focus on creating a new habit.  If you want to hear more examples of this strategy, including my own personal experience on this, listen in and maybe you can try something that works for you. 

If I tell you, “Whatever you do today, don't think about a pink elephant.” What's the first thing that happens in your mind? Don't think about a pink elephant -- now you're thinking about the pink elephant. And that's exactly the same thing that happens with habits. Your mind is the key. In this episode I talk about the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stanford_marshmallow_experiment" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Stanford Marshmallow Experiment</a> that was done in 1972 and its significance on how to deal with issues of self-control, especially when it comes to changing habits. What is the strategy?  Trying to focus on changing a bad habit gung ho just keeps that bad habit in your mind, making it a continuous struggle. If you're trying to change a behavior, trying to change a habit, the best way to actually do that is not to focus on the bad habit, and instead focus on creating a new habit.  If you want to hear more examples of this strategy, including my own personal experience on this, listen in and maybe you can try something that works for you.

148 | Sandra Chuma - The Strategy for changing your habits

How do you start to ‘break’ a bad habit? First of all that terminology -- 'break' a bad habit -- we need to change that. Think about how long it took for you to ingrain that as a habit. It didn't just happen overnight. You've been doing it over and over for a time, you don’t just stop doing it overnight. It's something that, in the words that I've been taught in my coaching -- you start to untangle a bad habit. If you've ever tried to take apart something that is tangled, what's the easiest way to start to undo it?  You untangle it bit by bit. If you try and yank, it gets even tighter and knots even tighter. Think about that as the same with your habits. You have to unravel them bit by bit, piece by piece. Otherwise, it just tightens even more. And so if you want to start to untangle a habit that you don't like, you go back to the Fogg Behavior Model. In this episode, I break down the steps on how to untangle your bad habits by understanding how they are formed in the first place. This reverse engineering process is based on the Fogg Behavior Model that I have shared in our previous episodes, so please make sure to check it out first if you haven’t yet. 

How do you start to ‘break’ a bad habit? First of all that terminology -- 'break' a bad habit -- we need to change that. Think about how long it took for you to ingrain that as a habit. It didn't just happen overnight. You've been doing it over and over for a time, you don’t just stop doing it overnight. It's something that, in the words that I've been taught in my coaching -- you start to untangle a bad habit. If you've ever tried to take apart something that is tangled, what's the easiest way to start to undo it?  You untangle it bit by bit. If you try and yank, it gets even tighter and knots even tighter. Think about that as the same with your habits. You have to unravel them bit by bit, piece by piece. Otherwise, it just tightens even more. And so if you want to start to untangle a habit that you don't like, you go back to the Fogg Behavior Model. In this episode, I break down the steps on how to untangle your bad habits by understanding how they are formed in the first place. This reverse engineering process is based on the Fogg Behavior Model that I have shared in our previous episodes, so please make sure to check it out first if you haven’t yet.

147 | Sandra Chuma - The easy way to ‘BREAK’ bad habits

One of my coaches said to me, "Everything you have, or you don't have in your life is because of your habits." I've never thought about it like that. I knew your habits were important. I knew that there are good habits and bad habits, but I've never thought about the fact that my life was being created by my habits. And once I understood that, then I went on this quest to try and find how and why habits are created, why do some habits work and some habits don't.  In this episode, I want to share with you how a habit is created and the science behind it.  To understand this better, I refer to the Fogg Behavior Model, which I talked about in last week’s episode. Please check that out first if you haven’t yet. “The brain doesn't distinguish between a good habit and a bad habit. To your brain, it just remembers that there was some release of dopamine, something that made it remember that it should do this thing. And so if we're talking about trying to create good habits, or the habits that we want to do, how do you do that? Well, at its simplest, it really is about feeling good.”

One of my coaches said to me, "Everything you have, or you don't have in your life is because of your habits." I've never thought about it like that. I knew your habits were important. I knew that there are good habits and bad habits, but I've never thought about the fact that my life was being created by my habits. And once I understood that, then I went on this quest to try and find how and why habits are created, why do some habits work and some habits don't.  In this episode, I want to share with you how a habit is created and the science behind it.  To understand this better, I refer to the Fogg Behavior Model, which I talked about in <a href="https://ndini.com/podcasts/145/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">last week’s episode.</a> Please check that out first if you haven’t yet. “The brain doesn't distinguish between a good habit and a bad habit. To your brain, it just remembers that there was some release of dopamine, something that made it remember that it should do this thing. And so if we're talking about trying to create good habits, or the habits that we want to do, how do you do that? Well, at its simplest, it really is about feeling good.”

146 | Sandra Chuma - What no one has ever told you about habits!

Before we start this week’s podcast episode, I highly encourage all of you listeners to check out the video of this episode on our website, NDINI.COM or on our YouTube channel, NDINI Media. The reason I mention this is because this episode contains valuable visuals of the Fogg Behavior Model, and it would greatly help you understand it if you could actually see the illustration and diagram that I talk about. I wanted to talk today about something that for me, has literally changed my life. If you are somebody who's ever tried to create a new habit, you wanted to work out more, you wanted to eat healthier, you wanted to work on building a business, you wanted to study harder at school, but you just found yourself sabotaging or not sticking to it, this is for you.  For the longest time I’ve talked about habits and how habits really are the foundation of everything -- how everything you have or don't have in life is based on your habits. But like everybody else, I am human. I try to implement good habits, but then I get stuck and only keep up with it for a month, or a week. That was until I read this book called Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg.  Here's the thing, if you don't know what you're working with, how can you change it? So if you're looking to change your behavior, but you don't actually understand how behavior works, it's gonna be very hard to do that. BJ Fogg has a model where he defines what behavior is that will help us understand it for us to be able to change it and systematically form habits.  In this episode, I talk about the The Fogg Behavior Model and its eye-opening mind-blowing revelations about behavior and how we can form habits. 

Before we start this week’s podcast episode, I highly encourage all of you listeners to check out the video of this episode on our website, <a href="http://NDINI.COM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NDINI.COM</a> or on our YouTube channel, NDINI Media. The reason I mention this is because this episode contains valuable visuals of the Fogg Behavior Model, and it would greatly help you understand it if you could actually see the illustration and diagram that I talk about. I wanted to talk today about something that for me, has literally changed my life. If you are somebody who's ever tried to create a new habit, you wanted to work out more, you wanted to eat healthier, you wanted to work on building a business, you wanted to study harder at school, but you just found yourself sabotaging or not sticking to it, this is for you.  For the longest time I’ve talked about habits and how habits really are the foundation of everything -- how everything you have or don't have in life is based on your habits. But like everybody else, I am human. I try to implement good habits, but then I get stuck and only keep up with it for a month, or a week. That was until I read this book called Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg.  Here's the thing, if you don't know what you're working with, how can you change it? So if you're looking to change your behavior, but you don't actually understand how behavior works, it's gonna be very hard to do that. BJ Fogg has a model where he defines what behavior is that will help us understand it for us to be able to change it and systematically form habits.  In this episode, I talk about the The Fogg Behavior Model and its eye-opening mind-blowing revelations about behavior and how we can form habits.

145 | Sandra Chuma - If you ever struggled with your habits, this is for you

The key to your success doesn’t lie in you believing, or stepping into your fear, or in rubbing crystals so you can “manifest”. The “secret” to success is self-discipline. My friend Vitale Buford recently shared this powerful quote: “Self-discipline is the highest form of self-love.” Most people are allowing distractions, procrastination, excuses to chip away at their dreams. They’re choosing to settle for an “okay” life, and yet with self-discipline, it is absolutely possible for them to achieve the life of their dreams. Self-discipline is about doing what you NEED to do when you need to do it so that you can do what you WANT to do when you want to do it. Self-discipline is about doing what needs to be done even when you don’t feel like it. ESPECIALLY when you don’t feel like it.

The key to your success doesn’t lie in you believing, or stepping into your fear, or in rubbing crystals so you can “manifest”. The “secret” to success is self-discipline. My friend Vitale Buford recently shared this powerful quote: “Self-discipline is the highest form of self-love.” Most people are allowing distractions, procrastination, excuses to chip away at their dreams. They’re choosing to settle for an “okay” life, and yet with self-discipline, it is absolutely possible for them to achieve the life of their dreams. Self-discipline is about doing what you NEED to do when you need to do it so that you can do what you WANT to do when you want to do it. Self-discipline is about doing what needs to be done even when you don’t feel like it. ESPECIALLY when you don’t feel like it.

144 | Sandra Chuma - The key to your success is self discipline

This week, we continue our conversation with Africa Media Executive, Broadcaster &amp; Creative Industry Specialist, Leslie ‘Lee’ Kasumba. In this second part of our conversation with Lee, she gives her definition of purpose, and talks about the challenges she had to overcome in life, and shares some valuable insight on excellence and embodying excellence in everything you do. 

This week, we continue our conversation with Africa Media Executive, Broadcaster &amp; Creative Industry Specialist, Leslie ‘Lee’ Kasumba. In this second part of our conversation with Lee, she gives her definition of purpose, and talks about the challenges she had to overcome in life, and shares some valuable insight on excellence and embodying excellence in everything you do.

143 | Leslie ‘Lee’ Kasumba (Part 2) - Excellence in you makes people around you want to do better

Leslie ‘Lee’ Kasumba was born in Cuba and raised in South Africa. Her father initially wanted her to become a doctor, but Lee found her passion in another field which would later make her name known in the African media and entertainment industry. At the young age of 19, Lee began working as a DJ and producer for the biggest radio station in South Africa, YFM. She also functioned as the editor at Y Magazine during the 8 years she worked there. She also wrote for Centric Magazine, hosted the Price of Fame panel with Quincy Jones, and even interviewed Tony Blair for the first ever 'MTV Base Meets'. Lee has served as a TV host for Emcee Africa, and also hosted the African Live 8 music concert, and presented the Key Note address to the United Nations at the Global African Hip-Hop Summit.  Her radio show, “Arambe” was the biggest radio show to come out of South Africa and the first to actively promote and support South African nationals. Lee has also worked internationally as an on-air personality both as a host and panelist, including being a panelist for Big Brother Africa. Lee is also regarded as having played an important role in Hip hop in Africa, having been labelled the 'First Lady of Hip hop' in South Africa. She's hosted several hip-hop battles and travelled around the continent as TV host for Emcee Africa, interviewing various International hip hop acts like Damian Marley, K’naan, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, and Missy Elliott, among others. She's also the First African woman to be featured in XXL Magazine. Lee also emceed Beyoncé's concert in South Africa, and has been a judge at several music awards as well. In this episode, Lee talks about her career, how she started, and where it led to. She shares how all her experience in the creative and entertainment industry, the highs and lows, the blessings and the challenges, has shaped her into what she is now.  Identifying as a ‘global citizen’, Lee talks about being the bridge between the creative industry and sociopolitical change. She discusses important issues like how the creative industry has done a better job of uniting Africans in ways that politics can’t do, and the need of a cultural shift as Africans to move towards true unity. 

Leslie ‘Lee’ Kasumba was born in Cuba and raised in South Africa. Her father initially wanted her to become a doctor, but Lee found her passion in another field which would later make her name known in the African media and entertainment industry. At the young age of 19, Lee began working as a DJ and producer for the biggest radio station in South Africa, YFM. She also functioned as the editor at Y Magazine during the 8 years she worked there. She also wrote for Centric Magazine, hosted the Price of Fame panel with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quincy_Jones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Quincy Jones</a>, and even interviewed <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Blair" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tony Blair</a> for the first ever 'MTV Base Meets'. Lee has served as a TV host for <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emcee_Africa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Emcee Africa</a>, and also hosted the African <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Live_8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Live 8</a> music concert, and presented the Key Note address to the United Nations at the Global African Hip-Hop Summit.  Her radio show, “Arambe” was the biggest radio show to come out of South Africa and the first to actively promote and support South African nationals. Lee has also worked internationally as an on-air personality both as a host and panelist, including being a panelist for Big Brother Africa. Lee is also regarded as having played an important role in Hip hop in Africa, having been labelled the 'First Lady of Hip hop' in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Africa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">South Africa</a>. She's hosted several hip-hop battles and travelled around the continent as TV host for <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emcee_Africa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Emcee Africa</a>, interviewing various International hip hop acts like <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Damian_Marley" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Damian Marley</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K%E2%80%99naan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">K’naan</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ludacris" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ludacris</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snoop_Dogg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Snoop Dogg</a>, and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Missy_Elliott" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Missy Elliott</a>, among others. She's also the First African woman to be featured in XXL Magazine. Lee also emceed <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beyonc%C3%A9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyoncé</a>'s concert in South Africa, and has been a judge at several music awards as well. In this episode, Lee talks about her career, how she started, and where it led to. She shares how all her experience in the creative and entertainment industry, the highs and lows, the blessings and the challenges, has shaped her into what she is now.  Identifying as a ‘global citizen’, Lee talks about being the bridge between the creative industry and sociopolitical change. She discusses important issues like how the creative industry has done a better job of uniting Africans in ways that politics can’t do, and the need of a cultural shift as Africans to move towards true unity.

142 | Leslie ‘Lee’ Kasumba (Part 1) - The Creative Industry is necessary to unite Africa

We’re down to the last quarter of the year.  If you’re like me, this is when “the wheels come off the bus” so to speak!  All the good habits, and all the goals I’ve been working towards go out of the window. If this sounds like you…. BUT you want this year to be different, then this is for YOU! I’ve been there so many times – ending the year disappointed in myself, and even further from my goals than when I started the year. I’m sharing some of the things I’ve learned that I think will help to make this year different for you.  It doesn’t matter how close or far you are from your goals.  Using these 9 tips will absolutely help you to make these last 90 days your best! … And it will set you up to go into the new year feeling inspired, and ready to take on the new decade! Let’s finish 2020 STRONG!

We’re down to the last quarter of the year.  If you’re like me, this is when “the wheels come off the bus” so to speak!  All the good habits, and all the goals I’ve been working towards go out of the window. If this sounds like you…. BUT you want this year to be different, then this is for YOU! I’ve been there so many times – ending the year disappointed in myself, and even further from my goals than when I started the year. I’m sharing some of the things I’ve learned that I think will help to make this year different for you.  It doesn’t matter how close or far you are from your goals.  Using these 9 tips will absolutely help you to make these last 90 days your best! … And it will set you up to go into the new year feeling inspired, and ready to take on the new decade! Let’s finish 2020 STRONG!

141 | 9 Steps to Make the Last Quarter of 2020 Your Best!

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Discovered this podcast this morning on Instagram. Loving it!! Thank you for providing representation for us on a global level

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Thank you Sandra for these delightful interviews! I found you after searching for author Jennifer Makumbi and I really enjoyed hearing her voice - and yours.

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She's an international and space lawyer who's worked for Nigeria's space agency and consulted for Canada's space agency.  Timiebi Aganaba-Jeanty is the former executive director of the World Space Week Association (WSWA).  In 2017 she was named 'Young Space Leader' by the International Astronautical Federation.  And yet, as she shares in our interview, as a teenager she didn't see how space was relevant, and in fact found her first trip to the NASA museum 'boring'!   After completing her law degree in Nigeria, Timiebi was assigned to work in the inaugural office of the Nigeria Space Agency as part of her National Youth Service.  At first she was intimidated, especially dealing with some of the more established countries that had advanced space programs.  But Timiebi realized there were many benefits to be had for developing countries, and they had every right to be represented in space programs.     To bolster her knowledge, Timiebi went  studied for a Masters degree in Space Management from the International Space University, as well as a Masters degree in space law from McGill University.  Her doctoral research at McGill University focused on how all countries could benefit from space.      Timiebi has become a sought-after expert on international affairs, international relations, global politics, global security, environmental issues, international law….and she'll soon be joining the faculty at the leading university that’s studying innovation and it's impact on society.     Her greatest passion she says is working to create a level playing field so that developing countries can take advantage of innovations.  Timiebi talks about the reasons space programs should absolutely be included as goals for developing countries.       In a field where there are so few women, and in particular black woman, Timiebi shares how she's used the lack of representation and low expectations of her as an African to motivate herself to excel.       WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE  What is 'space' How being in the inaugural department of Nigeria's Space Agency inspired her to want to learn more about space The reasons space programs are relevant to developing countries, and why it should be part of their development objectives How personal tragedy struck Timiebi while writing her PhD thesis, and how she used it to motivate herself Why she's so excited about her next career move The best advice Timiebi was ever given  The advice she would give to young African women What her greatest passion is Her greatest fear What she is most proud of having achieved so far  The women she is inspired by, and who she would most like to meet  The impact the Timiebi wants to have in the world What her “I am…” is    EPISODE LINKS Timiebi on  Twitter Timiebi on  LinkedIn Ladies Do Launch Website 

She's an international and space lawyer who's worked for Nigeria's space agency and consulted for Canada's space agency.  Timiebi Aganaba-Jeanty is the former executive director of the World Space Week Association (WSWA).  In 2017 she was named 'Young Space Leader' by the International Astronautical Federation.  And yet, as she shares in our interview, as a teenager she didn't see how space was relevant, and in fact found her first trip to the NASA museum 'boring'! After completing her law degree in Nigeria, Timiebi was assigned to work in the inaugural office of the Nigeria Space Agency as part of her National Youth Service.  At first she was intimidated, especially dealing with some of the more established countries that had advanced space programs.  But Timiebi realized there were many benefits to be had for developing countries, and they had every right to be represented in space programs.   To bolster her knowledge, Timiebi went  studied for a Masters degree in Space Management from the International Space University, as well as a Masters degree in space law from McGill University.  Her doctoral research at McGill University focused on how all countries could benefit from space.    Timiebi has become a sought-after expert on international affairs, international relations, global politics, global security, environmental issues, international law….and she'll soon be joining the faculty at the leading university that’s studying innovation and it's impact on society.   Her greatest passion she says is working to create a level playing field so that developing countries can take advantage of innovations.  Timiebi talks about the reasons space programs should absolutely be included as goals for developing countries.     In a field where there are so few women, and in particular black woman, Timiebi shares how she's used the lack of representation and low expectations of her as an African to motivate herself to excel.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE <ul> <li>What is 'space'</li> <li>How being in the inaugural department of Nigeria's Space Agency inspired her to want to learn more about space</li> <li>The reasons space programs are relevant to developing countries, and why it should be part of their development objectives</li> <li>How personal tragedy struck Timiebi while writing her PhD thesis, and how she used it to motivate herself</li> <li>Why she's so excited about her next career move</li> <li>The best advice Timiebi was ever given </li> <li>The advice she would give to young African women</li> <li>What her greatest passion is</li> <li>Her greatest fear</li> <li>What she is most proud of having achieved so far </li> <li>The women she is inspired by, and who she would most like to meet </li> <li>The impact the Timiebi wants to have in the world</li> <li>What her “I am…” is</li> </ul> EPISODE LINKS Timiebi on <a href="https://twitter.com/Timiebi89?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Eembeddedtimeline%7Ctwterm%5Eprofile%3Aspaceinafrica1&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fafricanews.space%2Fabout-us%2F" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Twitter</a> Timiebi on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/timiebi-u-aganaba-jeanty-phd-681a3014/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> LinkedIn</a> Ladies Do Launch <a href="https://ladiesdolaunch.com/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a>

028 | Dr. Timiebi Aganaba-Jeanty: The biggest thing I want is to really show people what is possible. 

Happy New Year, everyone! The beginning of a brand new year is not the only reason we at NDINI are celebrating, but because the first episode of 2020 also happens to be our 100th episode! How awesome is that! Looking back to the beginning, I had the idea of starting this platform for so long but never stepped in and took action until just a few years ago. This was because I was too afraid. I had always questioned myself, “Who am I to be doing this? Will people watch my interviews and stories?” But after finally taking the plunge and starting to converse with so many amazing and phenomenal women, I had learned that just like me, they too had to face fear and overcome it.  “Fear is our number one enemy. It’s the one thing that stops us from stepping into our greatness, stepping into our calling, stepping into everything we were meant to be.” - Sandra Chuma In this special episode, I talk about our journey from before the first episode until reaching a hundred. I talk about the fears I had to face, the fears that came true and happened, and how I took action and overcame it leading to what NDINI has become now. I have cried many tears and have been challenged in ways I had never imagined. It’s been a very challenging journey, but also at the same time a very fulfilling journey. The growth I have experienced throughout this journey is amazing -- the amazing people I have met, the people that supported and continue to support this platform, the lives that have changed and been inspired through the stories that we tell -- all of which are the reason we reflect and celebrate this special milestone of reaching 100 episodes. Furthermore, I talk about my dreams for NDINI, because I believe that this platform is going to go beyond telling stories and inspiring people. Also, I definitely did something different in this episode, something I’ve never done before. Long-time NDINI followers would know about our Quick Fire Q&amp;A segment where I ask our guests questions to give us a chance to get to know them even more on a lighter note. For this 100th episode, I got to answer my own Quick Fire round! Make sure you watch till the end. I just want to say THANK YOU. Thank you for being with me on this journey for the last 100 episodes. Thank you to every single who has sent me messages of encouragement on the days I just didn’t think I could carry on to continue this platform, on the days I just didn't know what I was doing. Thank you for your encouragement. Thank you for listening, watching, sharing, and supporting us. And a huge thank you to the women who have willingly given us their time to share their stories, to share inspiration to this community. Don’t forget that we are also celebrating by giving away our first eBook for free! Make sure you grab a copy! You can do that by clicking on the eBook banner on our home page, or by visiting last week’s episode.

Happy New Year, everyone! The beginning of a brand new year is not the only reason we at NDINI are celebrating, but because the first episode of 2020 also happens to be our 100th episode! How awesome is that! Looking back to the beginning, I had the idea of starting this platform for so long but never stepped in and took action until just a few years ago. This was because I was too afraid. I had always questioned myself, “Who am I to be doing this? Will people watch my interviews and stories?” But after finally taking the plunge and starting to converse with so many amazing and phenomenal women, I had learned that just like me, they too had to face fear and overcome it.  “Fear is our number one enemy. It’s the one thing that stops us from stepping into our greatness, stepping into our calling, stepping into everything we were meant to be.” - Sandra Chuma In this special episode, I talk about our journey from before the first episode until reaching a hundred. I talk about the fears I had to face, the fears that came true and happened, and how I took action and overcame it leading to what NDINI has become now. I have cried many tears and have been challenged in ways I had never imagined. It’s been a very challenging journey, but also at the same time a very fulfilling journey. The growth I have experienced throughout this journey is amazing -- the amazing people I have met, the people that supported and continue to support this platform, the lives that have changed and been inspired through the stories that we tell -- all of which are the reason we reflect and celebrate this special milestone of reaching 100 episodes. Furthermore, I talk about my dreams for NDINI, because I believe that this platform is going to go beyond telling stories and inspiring people. Also, I definitely did something different in this episode, something I’ve never done before. Long-time NDINI followers would know about our Quick Fire Q&amp;A segment where I ask our guests questions to give us a chance to get to know them even more on a lighter note. For this 100th episode, I got to answer my own Quick Fire round! Make sure you watch till the end. I just want to say THANK YOU. Thank you for being with me on this journey for the last 100 episodes. Thank you to every single who has sent me messages of encouragement on the days I just didn’t think I could carry on to continue this platform, on the days I just didn't know what I was doing. Thank you for your encouragement. Thank you for listening, watching, sharing, and supporting us. And a huge thank you to the women who have willingly given us their time to share their stories, to share inspiration to this community. Don’t forget that we are also celebrating by giving away our first eBook for free! Make sure you grab a copy! You can do that by clicking on the eBook banner on our home page, or by <a href="https://ndini.com/podcasts/099/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">visiting last week’s episode.</a>

100 | Special Episode - Overcoming Fear and the Journey to 100

Whitney Madueke

"Create beautiful moments wherever you are"    Whitney Madueke is a lawyer who was admitted as a Barrister in the High Court of Nigeria.  But after studying law, she realized that law wasn’t her passion.  What she really loved was fashion and beauty.  So she packed up her bags and moved to the New York to pursue her passion.   Making the transition wasn’t easy though – she’s had to work hard to create her brand, and there were times she even thought about giving up on her dream.  But she’s persisted, and now has partnerships with some major fashion brands.   She started what has become a hugely successful YouTube channel where she shares tips on hair and makeup.   She’s also decided to go back to school to study fashion because her ultimate goal is to be a fashion designer.    WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS INTERVIEW  How Whitney went from being a lawyer to being in the fashion and beauty business The challenges she's faced in making the transition, and what her family thought about her making such a drastic career change Why Whitney believes in the power of following your dreams  How to take great pictures for social media The biggest mistakes she sees women of colour making with their makeup Her advice for taking care of natural hair  What she wishes she had more of in her life Her biggest goal The best advice she's ever been given  What Whitney’s ‘I Am' is    INTERVIEW LINKS  Whitney on Instagram  Whitney on YouTube  Whitney on Twitter  Whitney on Facebook  Whitney’s  Facebook Whitney’s Blog 

"Create beautiful moments wherever you are"  Whitney Madueke is a lawyer who was admitted as a Barrister in the High Court of Nigeria.  But after studying law, she realized that law wasn’t her passion.  What she really loved was fashion and beauty.  So she packed up her bags and moved to the New York to pursue her passion.   Making the transition wasn’t easy though – she’s had to work hard to create her brand, and there were times she even thought about giving up on her dream.  But she’s persisted, and now has partnerships with some major fashion brands.   She started what has become a hugely successful YouTube channel where she shares tips on hair and makeup.   She’s also decided to go back to school to study fashion because her ultimate goal is to be a fashion designer.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS INTERVIEW <ul> <li>How Whitney went from being a lawyer to being in the fashion and beauty business</li> <li>The challenges she's faced in making the transition, and what her family thought about her making such a drastic career change</li> <li>Why Whitney believes in the power of following your dreams </li> <li>How to take great pictures for social media</li> <li>The biggest mistakes she sees women of colour making with their makeup</li> <li>Her advice for taking care of natural hair </li> <li>What she wishes she had more of in her life</li> <li>Her biggest goal</li> <li>The best advice she's ever been given </li> <li>What Whitney’s ‘I Am' is</li> </ul> INTERVIEW LINKS  Whitney on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whitneymadueke/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Whitney on <a>YouTube</a> Whitney on <a href="https://twitter.com/whitneymadueke?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> Whitney on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/leazzway/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Whitney’s  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=516165217" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Whitney’s <a href="https://desourire.blogspot.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a>

014 | Whitney Madueke: Create beautiful moments wherever you are

Nina Lum

At a very young age, Dr Nina Lum was exposed to how life changing a career in medicine could be.  Her mother was a paediatrician in her native Cameroon, and so growing up she was familiar with the late-night knocks on their door from frantic parents with a sick child.  She’d watch as her mother tended to the child, and then marvel when a few days later that child was fully back to health.  Inspired by her mother’s example, Nina decided to pursue medicine as a career.  But with only one medical school in the whole country, Nina soon came face to face with crushing disappointment - she was not accepted into the Cameroonian medical school.  Undeterred, she pursued a Plan B, and then a Plan C, and was contemplating a Plan D when she was finally accepted into medical school in the Caribbean.  Nina talks about the many challenges, but also triumphs, of her journey to being 'Dr Nina'. She also talks about the big dreams she has for the future.    WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE  How seeing her mother's work ethic inspired her to follow her dreams What inspired Nina to want to pursue a career in medicine How she had to go through Plan A, Plan B, Plan C and was thinking of going to a Plan D to pursue her dream of medical school What it was like being an immigrant going through medical school How Nina keeps balance in her life Why she felt it was important to participate in the writing of the book 'The Chronicles of Women in White Coats' The greatest lesson she learned from her mother The best advice she has ever been given How Nina hopes to impact the world What her "I am…" is    EPISODE LINKS Nina on Instagram Nina on Twitter Nina’s Website Dr Nina's Book ‘The Chronicles of Women in White Coats’ website

At a very young age, <a href="https://www.ninotswalk.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dr Nina Lum</a> was exposed to how life changing a career in medicine could be.  Her mother was a paediatrician in her native Cameroon, and so growing up she was familiar with the late-night knocks on their door from frantic parents with a sick child.  She’d watch as her mother tended to the child, and then marvel when a few days later that child was fully back to health.  Inspired by her mother’s example, Nina decided to pursue medicine as a career.  But with only one medical school in the whole country, Nina soon came face to face with crushing disappointment - she was not accepted into the Cameroonian medical school.  Undeterred, she pursued a Plan B, and then a Plan C, and was contemplating a Plan D when she was finally accepted into medical school in the Caribbean.  Nina talks about the many challenges, but also triumphs, of her journey to being 'Dr Nina'. She also talks about the big dreams she has for the future.  WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE <ul> <li>How seeing her mother's work ethic inspired her to follow her dreams</li> <li>What inspired Nina to want to pursue a career in medicine</li> <li>How she had to go through Plan A, Plan B, Plan C and was thinking of going to a Plan D to pursue her dream of medical school</li> <li>What it was like being an immigrant going through medical school</li> <li>How Nina keeps balance in her life</li> <li>Why she felt it was important to participate in the writing of the book 'The Chronicles of Women in White Coats'</li> <li>The greatest lesson she learned from her mother</li> <li>The best advice she has ever been given</li> <li>How Nina hopes to impact the world</li> <li>What her "I am…" is</li> </ul> EPISODE LINKS Nina on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theencouragingdoc/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Nina on <a href="https://twitter.com/doctornina" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> Nina’s <a href="https://www.ninotswalk.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> Dr Nina's Book ‘The Chronicles of Women in White Coats’ <a href="https://www.womeninwhitecoats.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>

026 | Nina Lum: The biggest dream I have is to be able to meet my calling or my purpose.

Lisa Nichols

She’s one of the world’s most requested motivational speakers.  Her platform has reached more than 80 million people worldwide, and continues to grow.  She’s a bestselling author, and is CEO of multimillion dollar publicly traded company.   It’s hard to believe that Lisa Nichols was once a struggling single mother living on public assistance.  It’s even harder to believe that this phenomenon who dazzles audiences on stages across the world was once told by a teacher to find a desk job and never speak on a public platform.   But all of this is part of Lisa’s story.  She is a testament to how courage and determination can literally change your life.   "My job is to show up and shine, and then to lend my light to whomever wants to sit and be touched by my light. And anytime I dim my light and dim my shine, I'm actually being more selfish than of service." - Lisa Nichols Lisa’s phenomenal story and life-changing message has seen her make appearances on The Oprah Show, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, and The Steve Harvey Show – just to name a few. Lisa’s also made it her mission to impact the lives of teens. Through her non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens.  Lisa has authored several books, including her two recent New York Times best-sellers, “Abundance Now” and “No Matter What”. As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs providing resources and tools for personal transformation, and encouraging others to share their message in a powerful and impactful way. Lisa has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including the Humanitarian Award from South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. As if that wasn’t enough, to honour this phenomenal woman, the City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th Motivating the Teen Spirit Day.  The City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing. This conversation was a long time coming, and Lisa did not disappoint. This interview was packed with inspiration, life lessons, powerful messages, an abundance of wisdom…and LOTS of EMOTION.   In Part 1 of this incredible conversation, we get to know Lisa and her early struggles.  And she shares how she defines being “extraordinary” in a way most people may not realize. "I'm an ordinary woman who simply chooses to pick one or two or three extraordinary decisions to make each day. And if I make enough extraordinary decisions enough days in a row, then I create an extraordinary experience. If I create enough extraordinary experiences enough days in a row, then I might experience an extraordinary lifestyle." - Lisa Nichols

She’s one of the world’s most requested motivational speakers.  Her platform has reached more than 80 million people worldwide, and continues to grow.  She’s a bestselling author, and is CEO of multimillion dollar publicly traded company.   It’s hard to believe that Lisa Nichols was once a struggling single mother living on public assistance.  It’s even harder to believe that this phenomenon who dazzles audiences on stages across the world was once told by a teacher to find a desk job and never speak on a public platform.   But all of this is part of Lisa’s story.  She is a testament to how courage and determination can literally change your life.   "My job is to show up and shine, and then to lend my light to whomever wants to sit and be touched by my light. And anytime I dim my light and dim my shine, I'm actually being more selfish than of service." - Lisa Nichols Lisa’s phenomenal story and life-changing message has seen her make appearances on The Oprah Show, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, and The Steve Harvey Show – just to name a few. Lisa’s also made it her mission to impact the lives of teens. Through her non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens.  Lisa has authored several books, including her two recent New York Times best-sellers, “Abundance Now” and “No Matter What”. As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs providing resources and tools for personal transformation, and encouraging others to share their message in a powerful and impactful way. Lisa has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including the Humanitarian Award from South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. As if that wasn’t enough, to honour this phenomenal woman, the City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th Motivating the Teen Spirit Day.  The City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing. This conversation was a long time coming, and Lisa did not disappoint. This interview was packed with inspiration, life lessons, powerful messages, an abundance of wisdom…and LOTS of EMOTION.   In Part 1 of this incredible conversation, we get to know Lisa and her early struggles.  And she shares how she defines being “extraordinary” in a way most people may not realize. "I'm an ordinary woman who simply chooses to pick one or two or three extraordinary decisions to make each day. And if I make enough extraordinary decisions enough days in a row, then I create an extraordinary experience. If I create enough extraordinary experiences enough days in a row, then I might experience an extraordinary lifestyle." - Lisa Nichols

107 | Lisa Nichols - Choose to be Extraordinary (Part 1)

Yemi Alade is often referred to as the 'Queen of Afropop'!  And as she told me in our conversation, "I'm living my dream.  I'm awake and still dreaming!" Yemi came from a strict family (her father was a Police Commissioner) that emphasized the importance of education. Throughout school, Yemi loved singing and performing.  In fact, In high school Yemi was part of a girl group called 'Naughty Spices'.  But she never thought of becoming a singer until in 2009, at the insistence of her friend, she entered 'Peak Talent Show'. She was shocked to win the talent show - so shocked in fact that they had to call her name twice before she realized that she had won.  But that was the moment she realized she had a talent, and that she could really make something out of it.  She still went on to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Geography from University of Lagos in 2010, but she decided to pursue her passion for performing.  While she had moderate success in the music industry, it wasn't until 2013 and the leak of a single she was still working on with Producer Selebobo that her career really took off.  That official video for that single Johnny has been viewed more than 96 million times on YouTube! Yemi talks about what it's taken for her to come the international superstar that she is.  She also talks about the big dreams she has for the future - she recently performed at Lincoln Centre in New York, but she's dreaming of one day selling out Madison Square Garden! And with the way this lady is going, it won’t be long before she does that!   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE  Who were some of Yemi's musical influences growing up How Yemi describes her style of music Who she would most like to collaborate with Why the leaking of one of her singles was perhaps the breakthrough for her career What has been the most surprising aspect of fame Why she refers to herself as a 'King' and not a 'Queen' The best advice Yemi has ever been given What Yemi's definition of success is What she is most proud of having achieved so far The surprising thing that Yemi is most afraid of What she is most grateful for What Yemi's "I am…" is    EPISODE LINKS Yemi Alade on Instagram Yemi Alade on Twitter Yemi Alade on Facebook Yemi Alade on YouTube

Yemi Alade is often referred to as the 'Queen of Afropop'!  And as she told me in our conversation, "I'm living my dream.  I'm awake and still dreaming!" Yemi came from a strict family (her father was a Police Commissioner) that emphasized the importance of education. Throughout school, Yemi loved singing and performing.  In fact, In high school Yemi was part of a girl group called 'Naughty Spices'.  But she never thought of becoming a singer until in 2009, at the insistence of her friend, she entered 'Peak Talent Show'. She was shocked to win the talent show - so shocked in fact that they had to call her name twice before she realized that she had won.  But that was the moment she realized she had a talent, and that she could really make something out of it.  She still went on to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Geography from University of Lagos in 2010, but she decided to pursue her passion for performing.  While she had moderate success in the music industry, it wasn't until 2013 and the leak of a single she was still working on with Producer Selebobo that her career really took off.  That official video for that single Johnny has been viewed more than 96 million times on YouTube! Yemi talks about what it's taken for her to come the international superstar that she is.  She also talks about the big dreams she has for the future - she recently performed at Lincoln Centre in New York, but she's dreaming of one day selling out Madison Square Garden! And with the way this lady is going, it won’t be long before she does that! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE <ul> <li>Who were some of Yemi's musical influences growing up</li> <li>How Yemi describes her style of music</li> <li>Who she would most like to collaborate with</li> <li>Why the leaking of one of her singles was perhaps the breakthrough for her career</li> <li>What has been the most surprising aspect of fame</li> <li>Why she refers to herself as a 'King' and not a 'Queen'</li> <li>The best advice Yemi has ever been given</li> <li>What Yemi's definition of success is</li> <li>What she is most proud of having achieved so far</li> <li>The surprising thing that Yemi is most afraid of</li> <li>What she is most grateful for</li> <li>What Yemi's "I am…" is</li> </ul> EPISODE LINKS Yemi Alade on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yemialade/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Yemi Alade on <a href="https://twitter.com/yemialadee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> Yemi Alade on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KingYemiAlade/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Yemi Alade on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialYemiAlade" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a>

038 | Yemi Alade: Anything you do, put in your best!

Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi

Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi is a fantastic example of never, ever, ever give up on your dreams.   She was born and raised in Uganda.  While she won awards for plays she wrote while in high school, she didn’t think of creative writing as a career, instead becoming an English teacher.  But Jennifer longed to have an outlet for her writing, and she decided to take the very daring step of leaving her teaching position and going to the UK to do a Masters degree in creative writing.   In 2003, initially inspired by her own father’s battle with schizophrenia, Jennifer started writing what would become her first published novel ‘Kintu’. She was also intrigued by the way the western world characterizes Africa as a "place of madness”.    Jennifer approached several publishers with her manuscript, but despite winning major awards, including the Commonwealth prize, none of the international publishers were interested in her book. In fact she was told by one publisher that the books was "too African"! Jennifer eventually won the Kwani Manuscript Project in 2013, and the book was published in Africa in 2014 by Kwani. In 2018, Jennifer was awarded the Wyndham-Campbell prize, which is considered the richest price in literature.  Following that major award, she was approached by international publishers, who now wanted to publish her book.   Jennifer is currently doing research for her second novel, currently called ‘The Women.’  Jennifer will also be publishing a book of short stories in 2019.     WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE  What inspired Jennifer to become an author What her biggest dream for herself is Why she's willing to be a poor to follow her dreams The impact that she wants her work to have  What she is most grateful for The advice she would give to any young woman who has aspirations of being an author Who the women are who inspire Jennifer  What she’s working on next Her favourite book What her "I am…" is    EPISODE LINKS Jennifer’s website

Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi is a fantastic example of never, ever, ever give up on your dreams.   She was born and raised in Uganda.  While she won awards for plays she wrote while in high school, she didn’t think of creative writing as a career, instead becoming an English teacher.  But Jennifer longed to have an outlet for her writing, and she decided to take the very daring step of leaving her teaching position and going to the UK to do a Masters degree in creative writing.   In 2003, initially inspired by her own father’s battle with schizophrenia, Jennifer started writing what would become her first published novel ‘Kintu’. She was also intrigued by the way the western world characterizes Africa as a "place of madness”.    Jennifer approached several publishers with her manuscript, but despite winning major awards, including the Commonwealth prize, none of the international publishers were interested in her book. In fact she was told by one publisher that the books was "too African"! Jennifer eventually won the <a href="http://manus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kwani Manuscript Project</a> in 2013, and the book was published in Africa in 2014 by <a href="http://www.kwani.org/publication/kwani-series/189/kintu.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kwani</a>. In 2018, Jennifer was awarded the Wyndham-Campbell prize, which is considered the richest price in literature.  Following that major award, she was approached by international publishers, who now wanted to publish her book.   Jennifer is currently doing research for her second novel, currently called ‘The Women.’  Jennifer will also be publishing a book of short stories in 2019.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE <ul> <li>What inspired Jennifer to become an author</li> <li>What her biggest dream for herself is</li> <li>Why she's willing to be a poor to follow her dreams</li> <li>The impact that she wants her work to have </li> <li>What she is most grateful for</li> <li>The advice she would give to any young woman who has aspirations of being an author</li> <li>Who the women are who inspire Jennifer </li> <li>What she’s working on next</li> <li>Her favourite book</li> <li>What her "I am…" is</li> </ul> EPISODE LINKS Jennifer’s <a href="https://jennifermakumbi.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>

023 | Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi: I need the world to know about Uganda. That is very, very important to me.

Elsa Isaac

Elsa Isaac is a professional wardrobe stylist based in New York. She has styled personalities like Lenny Kravitz, Phylicia Rashad, Brooke Shields, Katie Couric, and Marie Forleo, to name a few. Originally from Eritrea, her family moved to Canada when she was 4. Despite living most of her life in Canada, she shares that she has lived her life through immigrant eyes, coming from an immigrant household. Elsa was interested in fashion and style at a very young age, even styling her own Barbie dolls. She had already known that she did not want to take the expected ‘immigrant path’ of becoming a doctor, lawyer, or engineer, and “followed her gut” on what she loves best. She even took classes outside of school like sewing to improve her skills in relation to her passion. “We know we’ve changed over the years, but when I walk inside client’s closets, they are holding on to outfits and pieces that they’ve had since college or high school. You’ve evolved probably 10 times over since then, so it’s really being on top of it enough to really evaluate who you are in this moment.” - Elsa Isaac Elsa got her start in the styling business dressing musicians for music videos in Toronto, eventually expanding and moving to New York in 2006 to work on magazine &amp; commercial shoots as well. In this episode, Elsa talks about what it means to be a stylist, the process, the misconceptions, the challenges, and how her work empowers people to feel their most confident.  “When a woman understands that she has grown to a level that she’s been working towards, and yet she doesn’t feel as confident and as powerful as the work she’s put out, there’s a disconnect and we start to hide... You are your work, there’s no separation.” - Elsa Isaac We also get to know a little more about Elsa on her Quick Fire round. She talks about the people that inspires her, as well as her insights about her own personal style and how it changes through her new role of being a mother. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:  Elsa’s experience growing up in Canada in an immigrant household How she decided to pursue her passion and improved the necessary skills How she got started in her career as a stylist  How knowing the business aspect is as important as the creative aspect The misconceptions and challenges of being a stylist Elsa’s Quick Fire round answers The people that inspire her Elsa’s personal style and how it changes with her role as a mother Her “I am…” 

Elsa Isaac is a professional wardrobe stylist based in New York. She has styled personalities like Lenny Kravitz, Phylicia Rashad, Brooke Shields, Katie Couric, and Marie Forleo, to name a few. Originally from Eritrea, her family moved to Canada when she was 4. Despite living most of her life in Canada, she shares that she has lived her life through immigrant eyes, coming from an immigrant household. Elsa was interested in fashion and style at a very young age, even styling her own Barbie dolls. She had already known that she did not want to take the expected ‘immigrant path’ of becoming a doctor, lawyer, or engineer, and “followed her gut” on what she loves best. She even took classes outside of school like sewing to improve her skills in relation to her passion. “We know we’ve changed over the years, but when I walk inside client’s closets, they are holding on to outfits and pieces that they’ve had since college or high school. You’ve evolved probably 10 times over since then, so it’s really being on top of it enough to really evaluate who you are in this moment.” - Elsa Isaac Elsa got her start in the styling business dressing musicians for music videos in Toronto, eventually expanding and moving to New York in 2006 to work on magazine &amp; commercial shoots as well. In this episode, Elsa talks about what it means to be a stylist, the process, the misconceptions, the challenges, and how her work empowers people to feel their most confident.  “When a woman understands that she has grown to a level that she’s been working towards, and yet she doesn’t feel as confident and as powerful as the work she’s put out, there’s a disconnect and we start to hide... You are your work, there’s no separation.” - Elsa Isaac We also get to know a little more about Elsa on her Quick Fire round. She talks about the people that inspires her, as well as her insights about her own personal style and how it changes through her new role of being a mother. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: <ul> <li>Elsa’s experience growing up in Canada in an immigrant household</li> <li>How she decided to pursue her passion and improved the necessary skills</li> <li>How she got started in her career as a stylist </li> <li>How knowing the business aspect is as important as the creative aspect</li> <li>The misconceptions and challenges of being a stylist</li> <li>Elsa’s Quick Fire round answers</li> <li>The people that inspire her</li> <li>Elsa’s personal style and how it changes with her role as a mother</li> <li>Her “I am…”</li> </ul>

106 | Elsa Isaac - You are your work, there’s no separation

"To go fast, you go alone. To go far, you go together."- Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr  Chidiogo Blessing Akunyili-Parr’s name roughly translates as ‘God is gracious with blessings and my cup overflows’.  It’s an appropriate name for a woman whose list of accomplishments is so impressive. She’s been voted one of the ‘100 Most Influential Young Africans,’ ‘100 Most Influential Nigerians,’ she’s been a World Economic Forum Global Leadership Fellow, and she speaks 7 languages! "I share always that it's a journey. That's why I share my journey. To give you permission to also go on your own journey because it doesn't happen overnight." - Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr But Chidiogo says her greatest accomplishment was finally facing her fears and choosing to march to the beat of her own drum! In 2017, Chidiogo founded an organization called She ROARs – Reimagining Our Africa Rising. Her mission: to empower women across Africa to unleash their full potential and that of the continent.  Her philosophy is based on the humanist African concept of Ubuntu – ‘I am because you are.  You are because we are’. "My purpose as I see now, because I have also experienced that it keeps evolving, is to support women on their journey in emancipating themselves and their power." - Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr is also a writer and storyteller.  She’s currently writing a biography about her late mother,  Professor Dora Akunyili, who was Nigeria’s first head the country’s National Agency of Food and Drug Administration (NAFDAC). WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE  What it was like growing up as the fifth of six children in a very high achieving family The impact and influence that her mother had on her life What she thinks is her super power Why she’s sometimes reluctant to tell people that she speaks 7 languages What Chidiogo is most afraid of   Her greatest dream for She ROARs The limiting beliefs she felt she needed to address in her TEDx Talk How she manifested her husband, and knew he was ‘the one’ the day they met The impact that Chidiogo would like to have in the world What Chidiogo’s “I am” is  Follow NDINI on: Website: http://www.ndini.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/ Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

"To go fast, you go alone. To go far, you go together."- Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr  Chidiogo Blessing Akunyili-Parr’s name roughly translates as ‘God is gracious with blessings and my cup overflows’.  It’s an appropriate name for a woman whose list of accomplishments is so impressive. She’s been voted one of the ‘100 Most Influential Young Africans,’ ‘100 Most Influential Nigerians,’ she’s been a World Economic Forum Global Leadership Fellow, and she speaks 7 languages! "I share always that it's a journey. That's why I share my journey. To give you permission to also go on your own journey because it doesn't happen overnight." - Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr But Chidiogo says her greatest accomplishment was finally facing her fears and choosing to march to the beat of her own drum! In 2017, Chidiogo founded an organization called She ROARs – <a href="http://sheroarsafrica.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reimagining Our Africa Rising</a>. Her mission: to empower women across Africa to unleash their full potential and that of the continent.  Her philosophy is based on the humanist African concept of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ubuntu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ubuntu</a> – ‘I am because you are.  You are because we are’. "My purpose as I see now, because I have also experienced that it keeps evolving, is to support women on their journey in emancipating themselves and their power." - Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr is also a writer and storyteller.  She’s currently writing a biography about her late mother, <a href="https://zodml.org/discover-nigeria/people/prof-dora-akunyili#.XAF3umgza70" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Professor Dora Akunyili</a>, who was Nigeria’s first head the country’s National Agency of Food and Drug Administration (NAFDAC). WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE <ul> <li>What it was like growing up as the fifth of six children in a very high achieving family</li> <li>The impact and influence that her mother had on her life</li> <li>What she thinks is her super power</li> <li>Why she’s sometimes reluctant to tell people that she speaks 7 languages</li> <li>What Chidiogo is most afraid of</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Her greatest dream for She ROARs</li> <li>The limiting beliefs she felt she needed to address in her TEDx Talk</li> <li>How she manifested her husband, and knew he was ‘the one’ the day they met</li> <li>The impact that Chidiogo would like to have in the world</li> <li>What Chidiogo’s “I am” is</li> </ul> Follow NDINI on: Website: <a href="http://www.ndini.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.ndini.com/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/</a> Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

088 | Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr: Seize Your Own Power

She’s one of the world’s most requested motivational speakers.  Her platform has reached more than 80 million people worldwide, and continues to grow.  She’s a bestselling author, and is CEO of a multi-million dollar publicly traded company.   It’s hard to believe that Lisa Nichols was once a struggling single mother living on public assistance.  It’s even harder to believe that this phenomenon who dazzles audiences on stages across the world was once told by a teacher to find a desk job and never speak on a public platform.   But all of this is part of Lisa’s story.  She is a testament to how courage and determination can literally change your life.   "My job is to show up and shine, and then to lend my light to whomever wants to sit and be touched by my light. And anytime I dim my light and dim my shine, I'm actually being more selfish than of service." - Lisa Nichols Lisa’s phenomenal story and life-changing message has seen her make appearances on The Oprah Show, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, and The Steve Harvey Show – just to name a few. Lisa’s also made it her mission to impact the lives of teens. Through her non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens.  Lisa has authored several books, including her two recent New York Times best-sellers, “Abundance Now” and “No Matter What”. As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs providing resources and tools for personal transformation, and encouraging others to share their message in a powerful and impactful way. Lisa has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including the Humanitarian Award from South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. As if that wasn’t enough, to honour this phenomenal woman, the City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th Motivating the Teen Spirit Day.  The City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing. This conversation was a long time coming, and Lisa did not disappoint. This interview was packed with inspiration, life lessons, powerful messages, an abundance of wisdom…and LOTS of EMOTION.   In Part 1 of this incredible conversation, we get to know Lisa and her early struggles.  And she shares how she defines being “extraordinary” in a way most people may not realize. "I'm an ordinary woman who simply chooses to pick one or two or three extraordinary decisions to make each day. And if I make enough extraordinary decisions enough days in a row, then I create an extraordinary experience. If I create enough extraordinary experiences enough days in a row, then I might experience an extraordinary lifestyle." - Lisa Nichols

She’s one of the world’s most requested motivational speakers.  Her platform has reached more than 80 million people worldwide, and continues to grow.  She’s a bestselling author, and is CEO of a multi-million dollar publicly traded company.   It’s hard to believe that Lisa Nichols was once a struggling single mother living on public assistance.  It’s even harder to believe that this phenomenon who dazzles audiences on stages across the world was once told by a teacher to find a desk job and never speak on a public platform.   But all of this is part of Lisa’s story.  She is a testament to how courage and determination can literally change your life.   "My job is to show up and shine, and then to lend my light to whomever wants to sit and be touched by my light. And anytime I dim my light and dim my shine, I'm actually being more selfish than of service." - Lisa Nichols Lisa’s phenomenal story and life-changing message has seen her make appearances on The Oprah Show, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, and The Steve Harvey Show – just to name a few. Lisa’s also made it her mission to impact the lives of teens. Through her non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens.  Lisa has authored several books, including her two recent New York Times best-sellers, “Abundance Now” and “No Matter What”. As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs providing resources and tools for personal transformation, and encouraging others to share their message in a powerful and impactful way. Lisa has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including the Humanitarian Award from South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. As if that wasn’t enough, to honour this phenomenal woman, the City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th Motivating the Teen Spirit Day.  The City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing. This conversation was a long time coming, and Lisa did not disappoint. This interview was packed with inspiration, life lessons, powerful messages, an abundance of wisdom…and LOTS of EMOTION.   In Part 1 of this incredible conversation, we get to know Lisa and her early struggles.  And she shares how she defines being “extraordinary” in a way most people may not realize. "I'm an ordinary woman who simply chooses to pick one or two or three extraordinary decisions to make each day. And if I make enough extraordinary decisions enough days in a row, then I create an extraordinary experience. If I create enough extraordinary experiences enough days in a row, then I might experience an extraordinary lifestyle." - Lisa Nichols

108 | Lisa Nichols - Choose to be Extraordinary (Part 2)

Kirsty Coventry

When Kirsty was 9 years old, she told her parents she was going to be an Olympic swimmer, and win a gold medal. Kirsty is now arguably the greatest athlete to ever come out of Africa.  She is a 5-time Olympian and 7-time Olympic medallist, having won 2 gold medals, 4 silver medals and a bronze medal.  She is tied with Krisztina Egerszegi for the female with the most individual swimming Olympic medals.  Kirsty has also been World Champion, Commonwealth Games Champion and All Africa Games Champion multiple times.  She has also held 5 world records throughout her career. In 2000 at 16 years old, Kirsty qualified for her first Olympics in Sydney.  It was an overwhelming experience for the young Kirsty, but one which made her realise that her dream of winning Olympic gold was achievable.  2004 saw Kirsty qualify for her second Olympics in Athens.  Kirsty describes this as one of her best Olympic experiences.  The 20-year old Kirsty won gold, silver and bronze medals at that Olympics At the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, Kirsty won one gold and three silver medals.  Initially she was disappointed with the three silver medals - her goal had been to win gold in all her events.  But Kim Bracken, who was Kirsty's coach since 2000, made her realize that winning silver on a world stage was a phenomenal achievement.  In 2012, Kirsty dislocated her knee 4 months before the London Olympics.  Then two months before the Olympic games, she contracted pneumonia.  Undeterred, and to the surprise of many of her competitors, she showed up for the Olympic games.  She made it to the finals for all her events, and finished 6th in the 200m Backstroke and 200m Individual Medley, and 12th in the 100m Backstroke.  Depleted after the 2012 games, Kirsty took a two-year break from the competitive swimming.  The break gave her time to do some soul searching to decide if she wanted to go back to competitive swimming, and whether at 32 years old, she wanted to do the hard work required to compete in her fifth Olympiad. It also gave her time to get married to Ty Seward, who is now her manager.  Ultimately, Kirsty didn't want her career to end with a competition where she had not been able to compete at her best.  She decided to make the Rio Olympics her fifth and final Olympic games.  Despite giving one of her best performances, she finished sixth in her signature race - the 200m backstroke.   But Kirsty says she was happy that her final race as a professional swimmer was competing with the best in the world ather best.  On September 16th, 2016 on her 33rd birthday, Kirsty tearfully announced she was retiringfrom competitive swimming after an almost 20-year career as a professional swimmer.   Since then, Kirsty has focused her energy into her work as an International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board member. She also started the Kirsty Coventry Academy, which teaches young children swimming and water safety.  Through her Academy, Kirsty has also started the HEROES program, which is working to empower children through sport.  And at the beginning of September 2018, Kirsty was appointed to be  Zimbabwe's Minister of Youth, Sports, Art and Recreation. Kirsty is:  Two-time Olympic Champion Seven-tie Olympic medalist Tied for most individual swimming Olympic medals for a female athlete Five-time Olympian Most Olympic medals for any African athlete Three-time World Champion Former world record holder in the 200m backstroke, 200m Individual Medley and 400m Individual Medley Kirsty is the third woman in history to break the 1:00 minute barrier in the 100 m backstroke, and the second to break the 59-second barrier. 

When Kirsty was 9 years old, she told her parents she was going to be an Olympic swimmer, and win a gold medal. Kirsty is now arguably the greatest athlete to ever come out of Africa.  She is a 5-time Olympian and 7-time Olympic medallist, having won 2 gold medals, 4 silver medals and a bronze medal.  She is tied with Krisztina Egerszegi for the female with the most individual swimming Olympic medals.  Kirsty has also been World Champion, Commonwealth Games Champion and All Africa Games Champion multiple times.  She has also held 5 world records throughout her career. In 2000 at 16 years old, Kirsty qualified for her first Olympics in Sydney.  It was an overwhelming experience for the young Kirsty, but one which made her realise that her dream of winning Olympic gold was achievable.  2004 saw Kirsty qualify for her second Olympics in Athens.  Kirsty describes this as one of her best Olympic experiences.  The 20-year old Kirsty won gold, silver and bronze medals at that Olympics At the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, Kirsty won one gold and three silver medals.  Initially she was disappointed with the three silver medals - her goal had been to win gold in all her events.  But Kim Bracken, who was Kirsty's coach since 2000, made her realize that winning silver on a world stage was a phenomenal achievement.  In 2012, Kirsty dislocated her knee 4 months before the London Olympics.  Then two months before the Olympic games, she contracted pneumonia.  Undeterred, and to the surprise of many of her competitors, she showed up for the Olympic games.  She made it to the finals for all her events, and finished 6th in the 200m Backstroke and 200m Individual Medley, and 12th in the 100m Backstroke.  Depleted after the 2012 games, Kirsty took a two-year break from the competitive swimming.  The break gave her time to do some soul searching to decide if she wanted to go back to competitive swimming, and whether at 32 years old, she wanted to do the hard work required to compete in her fifth Olympiad. It also gave her time to get married to Ty Seward, who is now her manager.  Ultimately, Kirsty didn't want her career to end with a competition where she had not been able to compete at her best.  She decided to make the Rio Olympics her fifth and final Olympic games.  Despite giving one of her best performances, she finished sixth in her signature race - the 200m backstroke.   But Kirsty says she was happy that her final race as a professional swimmer was competing with the best in the world ather best.  On September 16th, 2016 on her 33rd birthday, Kirsty <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=34&amp;v=fqsbZFsnZsQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tearfully announced she was retiring</a>from competitive swimming after an almost 20-year career as a professional swimmer.   Since then, Kirsty has focused her energy into her work as an International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board member. She also started the <a href="https://www.kirstycoventry.com/learn-to-swim/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kirsty Coventry Academy</a>, which teaches young children swimming and water safety.  Through her Academy, Kirsty has also started the <a href="https://www.kirstycoventry.com/heroes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HEROES program</a>, which is working to empower children through sport.  And at the beginning of September 2018, Kirsty was appointed to be <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BniwbBBHvwH/?hl=en&amp;taken-by=officialkirstycoventry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Zimbabwe's Minister of Youth, Sports, Art and Recreation.</a> Kirsty is: <ul> <li>Two-time Olympic Champion</li> <li>Seven-tie Olympic medalist</li> <li>Tied for most individual swimming Olympic medals for a female athlete</li> <li>Five-time Olympian</li> <li>Most Olympic medals for any African athlete</li> <li>Three-time World Champion</li> <li>Former world record holder in the 200m backstroke, 200m Individual Medley and 400m Individual Medley</li> <li>Kirsty is the third woman in history to break the 1:00 minute barrier in the 100 m backstroke, and the second to break the 59-second barrier.</li> </ul>

034 | Kirsty Coventry: You have to be your own cheerleader.  Success to you is not necessarily success to other people.

Nini Amerlise

Next on our Quick Fire Q&amp;A series this month is supermodel, actress, and motivational speaker, Nini Amerlise. This phenomenal woman was our guest in Episode 72 where she talked about how she got started in the modeling industry, and her journey to her success and the person that she is now. Despite a rocky start in modeling, Nini did not let her challenges bring her down and worked hard to pursue her passion relentlessly. She has achieved several recognitions, features, and honors including being named the Rising Star Model of the Year by African Fashion Organization in 2016. Nini also was the Inaugural winner of Supermodel Canada (TV series), making her the first black woman to win a modelling competition of this caliber in the entire Canadian demographic. “Consistency is really what births the fruits of greatness. From consistency, you see the fruits of all your work that will be done.” – Nini Amerlise In this Quick Fire episode, we get to know Nini a bit more on the lighter side, including (of course) her favorite item of clothing, favorite food, favorite place she had visited, what she can’t get through the day without, her pick for the theme song of her life, and why she dreams to become the face of Chanel.

Next on our Quick Fire Q&amp;A series this month is supermodel, actress, and motivational speaker, Nini Amerlise. This phenomenal woman was our guest in <a href="https://ndini.com/podcasts/072/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 72</a> where she talked about how she got started in the modeling industry, and her journey to her success and the person that she is now. Despite a rocky start in modeling, Nini did not let her challenges bring her down and worked hard to pursue her passion relentlessly. She has achieved several recognitions, features, and honors including being named the Rising Star Model of the Year by African Fashion Organization in 2016. Nini also was the Inaugural winner of Supermodel Canada (TV series), making her the first black woman to win a modelling competition of this caliber in the entire Canadian demographic. “Consistency is really what births the fruits of greatness. From consistency, you see the fruits of all your work that will be done.” – Nini Amerlise In this Quick Fire episode, we get to know Nini a bit more on the lighter side, including (of course) her favorite item of clothing, favorite food, favorite place she had visited, what she can’t get through the day without, her pick for the theme song of her life, and why she dreams to become the face of Chanel.

097 | Quick Fire Q&A with Nini Amerlise

Hello! I just wanted to stop in and wish you a very, very happy new year. I also wanted to say thank you! Thank you so much for all of your support, all of your love, all of your likes in 2018. When I started this platform a year ago, I had no idea what I was getting into. I had no idea whether anybody was interested in the stories that I wanted to share. I had no idea if any of the women would be interested in telling their stories on this platform. What has happened in 2018 has been truly phenomenal and my heart is filled with so much gratitude. You have embraced this platform, you have written to me, you have liked and you have shared - and I am so incredibly grateful. I am so incredibly grateful to have the opportunity and the privilege, quite frankly, of sharing these stories from phenomenal women. Phenomenal African women who are in the world doing all kinds of incredible things. Phenomenal women who are helping to tell a very different story about what it means to be African and particularly, what it means to be African women. And I just wanted to take you down memory lane. I wanted to reminisce and remember some of the highlights of our episodes in 2018. Join me, Sandra IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 002 | Anjali Nayar: We all have the power to effect change. Episode 007 | Gugu Nkabinde: The power of believing in your ideas Episode 011 | #BringBackOurGirls - The forgotten story of the Chibok Girls Episode 012 | Mpumi Nobiva: You are more than your circumstances. Episode 016 | Rungano Nyoni: You can achieve anything! There is no reason for you not to. Episode 017 | Farai Simoyi: Doubting yourself - you've already killed your dream before you've even begun. Episode 018 | Hawa Essuman: We have power. We have will that we could use to great effect. Episode 020 | Abbesi Akhamie: You have to love yourself and who you are, and your heritage. Episode 022 | Lucia Bakulumpagi-Wamala: If you're not willing to be embarrassed, you're not willing to be great. Episode 024 | Catherine Addai: I am a believer in the reality of dreams. Episode 028 | Dr. Timiebi Aganaba-Jeanty: The biggest thing I want to is to really show people what is possible. Episode 031 | Diarra Bousso Niang: You are never ready, so just start! Episode 034 | Kirsty Coventry: You have to be your own cheerleader. Success to you is not necessarily success to other people. Episode 036 | Nsoki: As an artist, I can use this platform to promote peace. Episode 037 | Zahara: It's knowing who you are, and what you were born for. Episode 038 | Yemi Alade: Anything you do, put in your best. Episode 039 | Dr. Nothabo Ncube: Turning pain into purpose Episode 040 | Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr: Seize Your Own Power. Episode 041 | Sindy Zemura-Bernard: Don't be afraid because fear cripples us. Follow NDINI on: Website: http://www.ndini.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/ Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

Hello! I just wanted to stop in and wish you a very, very happy new year. I also wanted to say thank you! Thank you so much for all of your support, all of your love, all of your likes in 2018. When I started this platform a year ago, I had no idea what I was getting into. I had no idea whether anybody was interested in the stories that I wanted to share. I had no idea if any of the women would be interested in telling their stories on this platform. What has happened in 2018 has been truly phenomenal and my heart is filled with so much gratitude. You have embraced this platform, you have written to me, you have liked and you have shared - and I am so incredibly grateful. I am so incredibly grateful to have the opportunity and the privilege, quite frankly, of sharing these stories from phenomenal women. Phenomenal African women who are in the world doing all kinds of incredible things. Phenomenal women who are helping to tell a very different story about what it means to be African and particularly, what it means to be African women. And I just wanted to take you down memory lane. I wanted to reminisce and remember some of the highlights of our episodes in 2018. Join me, Sandra IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 002 | Anjali Nayar: We all have the power to effect change. Episode 007 | Gugu Nkabinde: The power of believing in your ideas Episode 011 | #BringBackOurGirls - The forgotten story of the Chibok Girls Episode 012 | Mpumi Nobiva: You are more than your circumstances. Episode 016 | Rungano Nyoni: You can achieve anything! There is no reason for you not to. Episode 017 | Farai Simoyi: Doubting yourself - you've already killed your dream before you've even begun. Episode 018 | Hawa Essuman: We have power. We have will that we could use to great effect. Episode 020 | Abbesi Akhamie: You have to love yourself and who you are, and your heritage. Episode 022 | Lucia Bakulumpagi-Wamala: If you're not willing to be embarrassed, you're not willing to be great. Episode 024 | Catherine Addai: I am a believer in the reality of dreams. Episode 028 | Dr. Timiebi Aganaba-Jeanty: The biggest thing I want to is to really show people what is possible. Episode 031 | Diarra Bousso Niang: You are never ready, so just start! Episode 034 | Kirsty Coventry: You have to be your own cheerleader. Success to you is not necessarily success to other people. Episode 036 | Nsoki: As an artist, I can use this platform to promote peace. Episode 037 | Zahara: It's knowing who you are, and what you were born for. Episode 038 | Yemi Alade: Anything you do, put in your best. Episode 039 | Dr. Nothabo Ncube: Turning pain into purpose Episode 040 | Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr: Seize Your Own Power. Episode 041 | Sindy Zemura-Bernard: Don't be afraid because fear cripples us. Follow NDINI on: Website: <a href="http://www.ndini.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.ndini.com/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/</a> Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

048 | Year In Review

“There is a powerful narrative that we can all tell. Not just in walking the world, but using our voices to actually change this narrative… not just with our friends, not just in our native tongues with people who speak the same language, but with those that look at you when your accent comes out, to use it in the rooms in which there are people who don’t look like you, who don’t understand your culture -- to use it in a powerful way.” - Bozoma Saint John Earlier this year, NDINI was the official media partner for the FACE Africa 10th Annual WASH Gala.  The Gala, which was held in New York City was a fundraiser for Water,  Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programs and facilities across Africa.  It was also an opportunity to celebrate people who are working to create opportunities and to help improve the lives of people on the African continent.   Accepting the Voice of Change Award at this year’s WASH Gala was Bozoma Saint John. In this episode, Bozoma delivers her powerful acceptance speech about being the voice of change. Bozoma Saint John is a businesswoman and marketing executive who has served as chief brand officer and worked on marketing for PepsiCo, Beats Music, Apple and Uber.  When Beats was purchased by Apple in 2014, Bozoma became the head of global consumer marketing for iTunes and Apple Music. She particularly captivated the public during her presentation of the redesigned Apple Music onstage during the 2016  Apple Worldwide Developers Conference, captivating both local and online audiences. Buzzfeed wrote that she was the "coolest" person to ever take the stage at an Apple keynote. Bozoma has also been recognized in media and magazines for her outstanding work, including Billboard Magazine's list of the top women in music,  Fast Company's 100 most creative people, and AdWeek's most exciting personalities in advertising. Bozoma is currently the  chief marketing officer (CMO) at  William Morris Endeavor.  “Use your voice. Use it. It is powerful, even if it is singular. And then when there are two of us, let’s make a loud noise.” - Bozoma Saint John   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:  Why it is important that our voice be carried on to the next generation The importance of empowering the next generation to make a difference in the world How using your voice can change the narrative of your culture and heritage The importance of knowing, being proud of, and expressing who you are How to make your voice heard even in silence How using our voices together makes a huge impact  Follow NDINI on: Website: http://www.ndini.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/ Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

“There is a powerful narrative that we can all tell. Not just in walking the world, but using our voices to actually change this narrative… not just with our friends, not just in our native tongues with people who speak the same language, but with those that look at you when your accent comes out, to use it in the rooms in which there are people who don’t look like you, who don’t understand your culture -- to use it in a powerful way.” - Bozoma Saint John Earlier this year, NDINI was the official media partner for the <a href="http://www.faceafrica.org/home#washgala2018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACE Africa</a> 10th Annual WASH Gala.  The Gala, which was held in New York City was a fundraiser for Water,  Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programs and facilities across Africa.  It was also an opportunity to celebrate people who are working to create opportunities and to help improve the lives of people on the African continent.   Accepting the Voice of Change Award at this year’s WASH Gala was Bozoma Saint John. In this episode, Bozoma delivers her powerful acceptance speech about being the voice of change. Bozoma Saint John is a businesswoman and marketing executive who has served as chief brand officer and worked on marketing for PepsiCo, Beats Music, Apple and Uber.  When Beats was purchased by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_Inc." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple</a> in 2014, Bozoma became the head of global consumer marketing for <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ITunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Music</a>. She particularly captivated the public during her presentation of the redesigned Apple Music onstage during the 2016 <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_Worldwide_Developers_Conference" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Apple Worldwide Developers Conference</a>, captivating both local and online audiences. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BuzzFeed" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buzzfeed</a> wrote that she was the "coolest" person to ever take the stage at an Apple keynote. Bozoma has also been recognized in media and magazines for her outstanding work, including <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billboard_Magazine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Billboard Magazine</a>'s list of the top women in music, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fast_Company_(magazine)" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Fast Company</a>'s 100 most creative people, and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AdWeek" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AdWeek</a>'s most exciting personalities in advertising. Bozoma is currently the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chief_marketing_officer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> chief marketing officer</a> (CMO) at <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Morris_Endeavor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> William Morris Endeavor</a>.  “Use your voice. Use it. It is powerful, even if it is singular. And then when there are two of us, let’s make a loud noise.” - Bozoma Saint John IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: <ul> <li>Why it is important that our voice be carried on to the next generation</li> <li>The importance of empowering the next generation to make a difference in the world</li> <li>How using your voice can change the narrative of your culture and heritage</li> <li>The importance of knowing, being proud of, and expressing who you are</li> <li>How to make your voice heard even in silence</li> <li>How using our voices together makes a huge impact</li> </ul> Follow NDINI on: Website: <a href="http://www.ndini.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.ndini.com/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/</a> Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

083 | Bozoma Saint John - Be the voice of change

Hoodo Hersi

It’s the time of the year again where we get to kick back and have a little fun with our guests. It’s time for our Quick Fire Q&amp;A series! In this series of Quick Fire rounds, we get the chance to know our amazing guests even more on a lighter and even quirkier level with their “top of the head” answers. Make sure you don’t miss this, you might learn a thing or two about these phenomenal women that would surprise you! First on our Quick Fire Q&amp;A feature is stand-up comic and writer Hoodo Hersi. She was such a delightful guest in Episode 70 where she shared her experiences and valuable insight being a minority in the comedy industry. Hoodo brought in a refreshing standpoint on how resilient African women are and why we shouldn’t let other people’s expectations hold us back from speaking our truth and sharing our humor in this complicated yet incredible world.  “I want people to laugh, but I also want people to really think. I care about getting laughs, but also want to challenge people’s ideas -- in a good way.” Hoodo Hersi But in this Quick Fire episode, Hoodo shares a wide range of random things -- from favorite gifts, clothing, morning routines, to who she wants to have dinner with, skin care, and her serious love for sweets. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:  How Hoodo describes herself in 3 words Her definition of success Her ‘favorite’ book Her favorite gift to give and receive What she loves about where she lives Her favorite item of clothing Her favorite time of day and why Her morning and night routine The people she would want to have dinner with What she can’t through the day without Her phone, favorite app, and what’s in her purse Her pick for the theme song of her life 

It’s the time of the year again where we get to kick back and have a little fun with our guests. It’s time for our Quick Fire Q&amp;A series! In this series of Quick Fire rounds, we get the chance to know our amazing guests even more on a lighter and even quirkier level with their “top of the head” answers. Make sure you don’t miss this, you might learn a thing or two about these phenomenal women that would surprise you! First on our Quick Fire Q&amp;A feature is stand-up comic and writer Hoodo Hersi. She was such a delightful guest in <a href="https://ndini.com/podcasts/070/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 70</a> where she shared her experiences and valuable insight being a minority in the comedy industry. Hoodo brought in a refreshing standpoint on how resilient African women are and why we shouldn’t let other people’s expectations hold us back from speaking our truth and sharing our humor in this complicated yet incredible world.  “I want people to laugh, but I also want people to really think. I care about getting laughs, but also want to challenge people’s ideas -- in a good way.” Hoodo Hersi But in this Quick Fire episode, Hoodo shares a wide range of random things -- from favorite gifts, clothing, morning routines, to who she wants to have dinner with, skin care, and her serious love for sweets. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: <ul> <li>How Hoodo describes herself in 3 words</li> <li>Her definition of success</li> <li>Her ‘favorite’ book</li> <li>Her favorite gift to give and receive</li> <li>What she loves about where she lives</li> <li>Her favorite item of clothing</li> <li>Her favorite time of day and why</li> <li>Her morning and night routine</li> <li>The people she would want to have dinner with</li> <li>What she can’t through the day without</li> <li>Her phone, favorite app, and what’s in her purse</li> <li>Her pick for the theme song of her life</li> </ul>

096 | Quick FIre Q&A with Hoodo Hersi

Tasha Bvunzawabaya

“Always try your hardest.  Be determined and persistent.” It's true what that say that dynamite comes in small packages!  My guest this week literally left me tongue-tied during this interview - you'll hear for yourself.  She's an entrepreneur with big dreams….and she's only 11 years old.  Between school (she’s in Year 7) and after-school activities, Tasha has built a successful baking business.  She's even got a contract supplying a local coffee shop with cakes every week.  She is also a motivational speaker.  This is an 11-year-old with HUGE dreams…   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS INTERVIEW   How Tasha discovered her passion What she does for fun when she's not busy building her empire The HUGE goal Tasha wants to accomplish before she's 16 years old Who her biggest inspiration is The advice she would give to anyone who wants to start their own business What her "I am" is    INTERVIEW LINKS Tasha on Instagram: @cakes_by_ruva_tb   MUSIC 'Be About It' from the album 'Born Free' ~ Lira  Lira on Instagram: @miss_lira

“Always try your hardest.  Be determined and persistent.” It's true what that say that dynamite comes in small packages!  My guest this week literally left me tongue-tied during this interview - you'll hear for yourself.  She's an entrepreneur with big dreams….and she's only 11 years old.  Between school (she’s in Year 7) and after-school activities, Tasha has built a successful baking business.  She's even got a contract supplying a local coffee shop with cakes every week.  She is also a motivational speaker.  This is an 11-year-old with HUGE dreams… WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS INTERVIEW  <ul> <li>How Tasha discovered her passion</li> <li>What she does for fun when she's not busy building her empire</li> <li>The HUGE goal Tasha wants to accomplish before she's 16 years old</li> <li>Who her biggest inspiration is</li> <li>The advice she would give to anyone who wants to start their own business</li> <li>What her "I am" is</li> </ul> INTERVIEW LINKS Tasha on Instagram: @cakes_by_ruva_tb MUSIC 'Be About It' from the album 'Born Free' ~ Lira  Lira on Instagram: @miss_lira

004 | Tasha Bvunzawabaya: You're never too young to have big dreams 

“I have a big nose.  I have big lips.  I have cheekbones.  My hips are not small.  And I wanted to empower people who look like me. ”  Moshoodat Sanni is a celebrity Makeup Artist and Creative Director.   She’s had hundreds of magazine and television features, including in CNN, People Magazine, Essence, Yahoo, BET, BuzzFeed and Glamour.  She’s also done makeup for celebrities including Cardi B, Cyn Santana, Naturi Naughton, Toke Makinwa and Yemi Alade  Her ‘Just Glitter’ video tutorial on Refinery 29’s ‘Shortcuts’ Facebook page has been viewed more than 24 Million times!  And Elle magazine named her one of the ‘6 Game-Changing Instagram Artists celebrating women of color’.   Amongst the many things that make her an amazing talent, is how she has made it her purpose to celebrate women of color, and to use her skills as a makeup artist to empower and to inspire.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS INTERVIEW   Why she’s made it her mission to empower and inspire women of color through her creativity How cutting her hair led to her amazing career How dropping out of college against her parent’s wishes to follow her dreams was the best decision she ever made What she’s learned about having the courage to follow your dreams  Why we all have a responsibility to uplift and empower each other  The mistake that women of color are making when it comes to choosing their foundation Her 3 top tips for flawless makeup What her "I am" is    INTERVIEW LINKS Moshoodat on Instagram: @moshoodat Moshoodat on Twitter: @moshoodat Moshoodat on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msanni Moshoodat on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ByMoshoodat  Moshoodat’s Website: http://www.moshoodat.com  

“I have a big nose.  I have big lips.  I have cheekbones.  My hips are not small.  And I wanted to empower people who look like me. ” Moshoodat Sanni is a celebrity Makeup Artist and Creative Director.   She’s had hundreds of magazine and television features, including in CNN, People Magazine, Essence, Yahoo, BET, BuzzFeed and Glamour.  She’s also done makeup for celebrities including Cardi B, Cyn Santana, Naturi Naughton, Toke Makinwa and Yemi Alade  Her ‘Just Glitter’ video tutorial on Refinery 29’s ‘Shortcuts’ Facebook page has been viewed more than 24 Million times!  And Elle magazine named her one of the ‘6 Game-Changing Instagram Artists celebrating women of color’.   Amongst the many things that make her an amazing talent, is how she has made it her purpose to celebrate women of color, and to use her skills as a makeup artist to empower and to inspire. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS INTERVIEW  <ul> <li>Why she’s made it her mission to empower and inspire women of color through her creativity</li> <li>How cutting her hair led to her amazing career</li> <li>How dropping out of college against her parent’s wishes to follow her dreams was the best decision she ever made</li> <li>What she’s learned about having the courage to follow your dreams </li> <li>Why we all have a responsibility to uplift and empower each other </li> <li>The mistake that women of color are making when it comes to choosing their foundation</li> <li>Her 3 top tips for flawless makeup</li> <li>What her "I am" is</li> </ul> INTERVIEW LINKS Moshoodat on Instagram: @moshoodat Moshoodat on Twitter: @moshoodat Moshoodat on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/msanni" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/msanni</a> Moshoodat on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ByMoshoodat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/ByMoshoodat</a> Moshoodat’s Website: <a href="http://www.moshoodat.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.moshoodat.com</a>

003 | Moshoodat Sanni: How this MUA is using social media to celebrate black beauty

Caroline Wanga

“Who you are is who you are. If you cannot be who you are where you are, you change where you are, not who you are.” - Caroline Wanga  Earlier this year, NDINI was the official media partner for the FACE Africa 10th Annual WASH Gala.  The Gala, which was held in New York City was a funcraiser for Water,  Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programs and facilities across Africa.  It was also an opportunity to celebrate people who are working to create opportuities and to help improve the lives of people on the African cntinet. “Use your stealth and your wealth and your health to help those that need it who come from our continent, to get to the basics of what they need so that the greatness of their power can  be unleashed.” - Caroline Wanga  This years’ keynote speech, which was a powerful message about identity, perspective, and obligation, was given by Caroline Wanga. Caroline A. Wanga is the Chief Diversity &amp; Inclusion Officer and Vice President of Human Resources at the Target Corporation.  She’s been named one of the most powerful women in corporate diversity by  Black Enterprise. Caroline leads Target’s strategic initiatives to champion an inclusive society. Caroline startedn her Target career in supply chain in 2005.  Since then, she’s held a variety of leadership roles, including modernizing Target’s Supply Chain, Business Intelligence, and Digital capabilities. Caroline earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Texas College, and is an inspirational thought leader and public speaker.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:  Caroline’s powerful message about “who you are” and never forgetting where you’re from Why it’s so important to take action in whatever way you can How ‘helping’ goes beyond sharing wealth Why she says we all have the power to influence and the responsibility to help    Follow NDINI on: Website: http://www.ndini.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/ Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

“Who you are is who you are. If you cannot be who you are where you are, you change where you are, not who you are.” - Caroline Wanga  Earlier this year, NDINI was the official media partner for the <a href="http://www.faceafrica.org/home#washgala2018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACE Africa</a> 10th Annual WASH Gala.  The Gala, which was held in New York City was a funcraiser for Water,  Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programs and facilities across Africa.  It was also an opportunity to celebrate people who are working to create opportuities and to help improve the lives of people on the African cntinet. “Use your stealth and your wealth and your health to help those that need it who come from our continent, to get to the basics of what they need so that the greatness of their power can  be unleashed.” - Caroline Wanga  This years’ keynote speech, which was a powerful message about identity, perspective, and obligation, was given by Caroline Wanga. Caroline A. Wanga is the Chief Diversity &amp; Inclusion Officer and Vice President of Human Resources at the Target Corporation.  She’s been named one of the most powerful women in corporate diversity by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BLACKENTERPRISE/?__tn__=K-R&amp;eid=ARAb-mUWltmKQuPSvX6p8CqRCHXuSZkNjCAkjHwdvNzDIZ61523WfBuH2OGZokeS4ukwKRp9JbgGFD3e&amp;fref=mentions&amp;__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARDEMHJqj5UK-N6AAC5kzx6GuPPM4u7iIqtWek8ArhvmfAMWslbXxlXJqh_VZX_ZOIxaNjnlmPU4Vz8nfHNMvf4ViLYGEhIFVdx0OB3sKJMulbmUoXFg6XuvfXciDE2wxBAyfU20eY5xYIDQM-W3m5SY1mpY6j1xjEY6Ycw-t5WuA8vN2TgHlfOva3B7rdPEKzzPLk6Bs1UQDBzbRovUUzDIAKnl3eqqIX7-ooyBVdSAiK-PC-V3BFncAEWxAPv551PkBazLGbp0pvn_06bh7KJuJXneaNPK94Z2e-aQyUIeTGHEpHVAqqPKHAi4PRI0AObeB1OdBvX2snfwmpzBkXk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Black Enterprise</a>. Caroline leads Target’s strategic initiatives to champion an inclusive society. Caroline startedn her Target career in supply chain in 2005.  Since then, she’s held a variety of leadership roles, including modernizing Target’s Supply Chain, Business Intelligence, and Digital capabilities. Caroline earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Texas College, and is an inspirational thought leader and public speaker. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: <ul> <li>Caroline’s powerful message about “who you are” and never forgetting where you’re from</li> <li>Why it’s so important to take action in whatever way you can</li> <li>How ‘helping’ goes beyond sharing wealth</li> <li>Why she says we all have the power to influence and the responsibility to help</li> </ul> Follow NDINI on: Website: <a href="http://www.ndini.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.ndini.com/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/</a> Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

082 | Caroline Wanga - Who you are is who you are

Theresa Nyabeze

“You keep doing the work you’re doing, and your excellence will shine through in your output.” - Theresa Nyabeze My guest today is as comfortable in overalls and deep underground of the earth, as she is in heels and makeup. She’s a mining engineer, an author and a mom. She’s also the founder of Diversity STEM. Theresa Nyabeze works as a front-line supervisor at one of Canada’s largest mines, and she is president of ‘Women In Science and Engineering’ (WISE) Sudbury. She’s also part of a small demographic of women who make up the mining workforce. According to a 2014 study by Global Mining Standards and Guidelines, women account for only five to ten percent of the international mining workforce, and only seven per cent serve on board positions. Theresa shares why she chose this unconventional career, and why she is so passionate about it. She also shares her experiences and powerful insights on values, mentorship, privilege, failure, and success throughout her journey. “I've always believed in people in that if you take care of other people, and the results will follow. If you are authentically trying to take care of the needs of your fellow, and you are trying to be in service to them... I say you are going to have success." - Theresa Nyabeze Theresa has also authored an illustrated story book for children called “Underground: My Mining Adventure” which is one of the adventures of her STEM book series. She also currently hosts The Mining Meet Up Podcast which is a collection of conversations with a variety of people who interact and engage with the Mining Industry. what you’ll learn in this episode  How Theresa ended up in mining Why she thinks mining is a fantastic career option for any able-bodied person What she’s learned about herself through following this unconventional career path   Why she’s made it her mission to empower and inspire young women through mentorship What she’s learned about failure What her “I am” is  Follow NDINI on: Website: http://www.ndini.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/ Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

“You keep doing the work you’re doing, and your excellence will shine through in your output.” - Theresa Nyabeze My guest today is as comfortable in overalls and deep underground of the earth, as she is in heels and makeup. She’s a mining engineer, an author and a mom. She’s also the founder of <a href="http://www.diversitystem.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Diversity STEM</a>. Theresa Nyabeze works as a front-line supervisor at one of Canada’s largest mines, and she is president of ‘Women In Science and Engineering’ (WISE) Sudbury. She’s also part of a small demographic of women who make up the mining workforce. According to a 2014 study by Global Mining Standards and Guidelines, women account for only five to ten percent of the international mining workforce, and only seven per cent serve on board positions. Theresa shares why she chose this unconventional career, and why she is so passionate about it. She also shares her experiences and powerful insights on values, mentorship, privilege, failure, and success throughout her journey. “I've always believed in people in that if you take care of other people, and the results will follow. If you are authentically trying to take care of the needs of your fellow, and you are trying to be in service to them... I say you are going to have success." - Theresa Nyabeze Theresa has also authored an illustrated story book for children called <a href="https://www.diversitystem.ca/products/my-book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“Underground: My Mining Adventure”</a> which is one of the adventures of her STEM book series. She also currently hosts <a href="https://theresanyabeze.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Mining Meet Up Podcast</a> which is a collection of conversations with a variety of people who interact and engage with the Mining Industry. what you’ll learn in this episode <ul> <li>How Theresa ended up in mining</li> <li>Why she thinks mining is a fantastic career option for any able-bodied person</li> <li>What she’s learned about herself through following this unconventional career path</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Why she’s made it her mission to empower and inspire young women through mentorship</li> <li>What she’s learned about failure</li> <li>What her “I am” is</li> </ul> Follow NDINI on: Website: <a href="http://www.ndini.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.ndini.com/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/NDINImedia/</a> Twitter: @NDINImedia Instagram: @ndinimedia Follow The NDINI Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher and SoundCloud

089 | Theresa Nyabeze - Promoting diversity in STEM careers

Eposi Litumbe

"Wait! The best piece of advice that I’ve been given is to be patient with myself, and with the things that I hope for." Eposi Litumbe describes herself as ‘Cameroonian born, American raised, World Citizen and seasoned traveler’.   By day, Eposi is a scientist working in medical research.  By night, she’s a film producer and content creator, including having a travel web series focused on sharing the beauty of Africa.   Eposi shares how these two seemingly very different roles are her life’s passion.  Through science, she gets to positively impact medicine through clinical research.  And through her travel series, she gets to tell a different narrative about the African continent.   She is the producer of the web travel series ‘JANU with Eposi’, which is focused on “getting to know the people, places and cultures of Africa.” 

"Wait! The best piece of advice that I’ve been given is to be patient with myself, and with the things that I hope for." <a href="http://eplleseed.com/about/%22%20%5Cl%20%22about-eposi-litombo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eposi Litumbe</a> describes herself as ‘Cameroonian born, American raised, World Citizen and seasoned traveler’.   By day, Eposi is a scientist working in medical research.  By night, she’s a film producer and content creator, including having a travel web series focused on sharing the beauty of Africa.   Eposi shares how these two seemingly very different roles are her life’s passion.  Through science, she gets to positively impact medicine through clinical research.  And through her travel series, she gets to tell a different narrative about the African continent.   She is the producer of the web travel series ‘<a href="https://vimeo.com/eposismovingpictures" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JANU with Eposi</a>’, which is focused on “getting to know the people, places and cultures of Africa.”

009 | Eposi Litumbe: Do what you love, and success will follow

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The best podcast episodes on Startups. For anyone working in a startup, or anyone interested in the incredible stories behind how people built companies like Instagram, and Facebook. Offering both practical advice and insights, as well as the stories for how many of the biggest startups got to where they are today. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!