Season-1

Hi there! Sope Agbelusi here, back from my summer break and excited to dive back into my favorite topic – leadership. I wanted to give you a heads up that new episodes of Everyday Leadership will now be available in your podcast playlist every Tuesday.

I know you’re eager to hear what’s in store, so here’s a quick preview of what you can expect:

Make sure you don’t miss out on any of our episodes by following the podcast in your favorite podcast app. We highly recommend Apple Podcasts, but feel free to choose the one that suits you best. By subscribing, you’ll always be the first to know when a new episode is released!

I’ll be making my grand return on Tuesday, September 6th, so mark your calendars and get ready for some insightful discussions on leadership.

Now, I’d love to connect with you on various platforms. You can find me on my website, where you’ll find additional resources and information. You can also follow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter to stay up to date with the latest from Everyday Leadership.

If you have any thoughts, comments, or feedback, I’m all ears! I love engaging with my community of listeners, so please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. Simply drop me an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.uk or visit https://mindsetshift.co.uk/#ask-me-anything.

Thank you for your continued support, and I can’t wait to share more valuable insights on leadership with you soon.

“A lot of times, even when I was in the corporate world, we’d get people reaching out about opportunities, but they didn’t necessarily know how to build personal connections or relationships…

…We know how to connect with people based on what’s interesting to them, not just, what’s interesting to us…”

(Want to read a full written for reading transcript version of this episode? Download it here.)

Who are the LVL London ladies?

The three sisters from Derbyshire each pursued their own career paths in luxury retail and fashion, but they have finally found success in working together.

These Powell sisters always had an entrepreneurial spirit.

When they were younger, they would make trips to shopping malls and fashion shows and it was clear from a young age that they had a passion for fashion.

After high school, they went their separate ways for a while.

Louise found herself in London, working her way up to a key role in Harrods.

Lori soon followed her sister and joined her at the luxury retail giant.

And after working in various high-end fashion houses, the sisters decided to team up and start their own luxury retail consultancy, LVL London.

The company provides training and leadership development programs for luxury retail brands.

Leadership in luxury retail

In this episode, Lori and Louise share with Sope just how important good leadership is to them as individuals, as well as in their roles.

They share stories of hirings, firings, and mentorings.

And all within the focus of applying good leadership to ensure smooth and empathic results.

There’s also a lot of discussion around faith, and why that’s so incredibly important to Louise.

And if you’re someone who does business on a scooter… well this episode might just offer you a bit of much needed validation.

Listen in to hear some incredible insights and leadership lessons from the luxury retail world with LVL London.

Brands and people mentioned in this episode

– Harrods
– LVMH
– Ashley Olsen and Mary-Kate Olsen’s The Row
– Victoria Beckham
– House of Fraser
– French Connection
– Miss Sixty

How to contact Lori and Louise from LVL London

– Follow them on Instagram
– Lori Powell on LinkedIn
– Louise Powell on LinkedIn

Key leadership learning moments

01m35s – Childhood
07m10s – The move to London
10m10s – Their insatiable drive – Sope wonders if they ever held back
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Ayokunu Oduniyi: The Importance of Prioritising

In today’s fast-paced world, prioritising can be a real challenge. The language we use and how we phrase things can often throw us off when it comes to understanding what it truly means to prioritise. That’s why Ayokunu Oduniyi, founder of 4:12 Men, is here to shed some light on this important topic.

Who is Ayokunu Oduniyi?

Ayokunu Oduniyi is a leader who wears many hats. He is the founder of 4:12 Men, an organization that aims to bring men together and help them navigate the challenges of being a Godly man in today’s society. With his passion for photography and his desire to assist his fellow man, Ayokunu is a true inspiration.

What is 4:12 Men?

4:12 Men is more than just a name – it’s a mission. The name derives from 1 Timothy 4:12, which encourages believers to be an example in word, conduct, love, spirit, faith, and purity. Ayokunu and his team at 4:12 Men are dedicated to helping men lead fulfilling lives by prioritising what truly matters.

The Power of Prioritising

Ayokunu Oduniyi understands the importance of prioritising. In his work with 4:12 Men, he emphasizes the need to tackle the harder tasks first. This principle can be applied to various aspects of life, including personal, work, and spiritual domains.

When it comes to our personal lives, we often find ourselves procrastinating on important matters such as our health, relationships, and overall happiness. We convince ourselves that we’ll start tomorrow or next week, but the truth is, if we don’t start today, we may never start at all.

Similarly, in our spiritual lives, we tend to put off what God is asking us to do. We make excuses, claiming that we’re not ready or lacking faith. However, if we don’t take action on what God is calling us to do, we’ll miss out on experiencing the fullness of His plan for our lives.

Ayokunu’s Insights on Prioritising

In this episode, Ayokunu Oduniyi shares his wisdom on the importance of prioritising. He touches on key moments that shaped his leadership journey, including the significance of his organization’s name and the lessons he learned from his marriage. Ayokunu’s perspective

Are you doing what you’re called to do?

“My grandmother once told me, this is my father’s mother. If you have a talent and you’re not using it, it’s a sin. She attended a small country church, which set the bar really high.”

Want to read a full written transcript of this episode? Download it here.

Who is Dr. Grant Tate?

Trusted advisor and business expert, Dr. Grant Tate has authored a book titled “Hand on the Shoulder: Finding Freedom in the Confluence of Love and Career” to help individuals find fulfillment in their careers. With over two decades of operational experience at top levels across organizations ranging from small businesses to multinational corporations and even politicians, Dr. Tate shares his life experiences as an entrepreneur.

This memoir seamlessly combines various stories to provide insights not only on achieving success but also on how to get there. In this episode, Sope delves deep into the mind of this inspirational leader, where the central theme revolves around discovering one’s calling.

And it turns out, the book plays a significant role in answering that question.

“About a year ago, a publisher contacted me and asked if I had ever considered writing a book after seeing some of my writing. I replied, sure, everybody has thought about it. Then, we had three different meetings… and I eventually decided that I didn’t want to write the 50,001st business book, as that’s how many are published every year. But let’s examine my experiences. This decision was reinforced when I asked many of my friends and contacts what they would like to see in a book, and they responded with, how did you get to where you are?”

Surrounding yourself with the right people – an important part of leadership

This conversation is not solely focused on business matters.

As usual, Sope utilizes his expert leadership skills to guide Dr. Grant Tate through his vulnerabilities and encourage him to share some of his less favorable personal experiences and the lessons he learned from them.

The topic of friends and relationships provides impactful insights.

Overall, this episode is crucial for anyone seeking to understand the role leadership plays in the context of family and relationships.

Key leadership learning moments

01m31s – Stepping out of your comfort zone and the questions Dr. Grant Tate asked that led to the book

04m50s – Key lessons learned from being the little kid in class

07m20s – Responsibilities towards family

12m50s – Criticism over IBM

Daniella Genas: The Unemployable Entrepreneur

Are you ‘unemployable’ like Daniella Genas? Growing up, Daniella’s father instilled in her the belief that creating your own revenue streams, independent of having a boss, is the key to success. With a BA, MA, and MBA under her belt, Daniella Genas is a transformative business coach and consultant, experienced in helping entrepreneurs from various industries grow their businesses.

Through her strategic prowess and authority in managing people and making crucial decisions like marketing strategies, Daniella has accelerated the growth of many six-figure earners. She adds significant value to solopreneurs, mid-size companies, and large enterprises with multi-million pound turnovers.

So what is Daniella’s secret to success? She follows the STBVISSA (She’s the Boss) Model for Business Growth and Sustainability. This powerful framework, developed after years of consulting with SMEs, focuses on strategy building, operations and leadership development, marketing automation systems, and process improvement. By implementing these key components, you can gain control over all aspects related to growth.

But what is the story behind Daniella’s claim of being ‘unemployable’? Her journey takes us from starting a pop group and appearing on a hip hop talent show to becoming the UK’s Oprah and starting two businesses. Along the way, she faced challenges like theft, tribunals, and nagging parents. This episode is a testament to showing the scars and not just the injuries, with inspiring conversations around knowing oneself and accepting our place in the world when it comes to employability.

Throughout the episode, Daniella shares key leadership learning moments, including her hopes and dreams of being a pop star and UK Oprah, embracing her ‘unemployable’ nature, the experience of being sued and selling a business, the struggle of feeling successful outwardly but alone internally, the importance of impact, and her personal definition of leadership.

To learn more about Daniella Genas and her journey, you can connect with her on Instagram and LinkedIn. As for the podcast, make sure to follow it so you never miss a future episode. If you want to connect with Sope Agbelusi, the host of the podcast, you can find her on her website, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, or reach out via email.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to gain insights and inspiration from Daniella Genas and the Mindset Shift podcast. Stay connected and be part of the community of

Aggie Mutuma: Leading with Love and Light

Aggie Mutuma, the CEO and lead consulting director of Mahogany Inclusion Partners, has a simple yet profound purpose in life – to spread love and light. With her passion for inclusion and anti-racism, Aggie is an expert in building cultures where everyone can thrive. In fact, she was recently recognized as one of the top 20 most influential HR thinkers in 2022 by her peers.

So, what exactly is Mahogany Inclusion Partners? The company’s mission is to help organizations become and remain inclusive. They firmly believe that everyone should have the opportunity to thrive in life, and they are actively working towards making this a reality, one organization at a time.

But why are love and light so important to Aggie? She believes that we all have a mix of “stuff” within us – sometimes that stuff can be nasty, but hidden beneath it is love. In an episode of the Everyday Leadership podcast, Aggie shares how her own upbringing taught her about the power of kindness and how she applies that knowledge to find love and light in others. She also emphasizes the importance of nurturing and celebrating the love and light that already exists.

Throughout the podcast, Aggie shares key moments of leadership learning, such as her own origin story of playground unkindness, the significance of leading with love, the impact of titles in blinding us, balancing work and parenting success, the importance of self-reflection, and defining leadership.

If you want to learn more about Aggie Mutuma and her work, you can connect with her on LinkedIn or visit her website. And don’t forget to follow the podcast to stay up-to-date with future episodes. You can also connect with Sope Agbelusi, the host of the podcast, through her website, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, or by sending her an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.uk.

Your thoughts and feedback are always welcome. If you have any comments or questions, feel free to reach out to Sope Agbelusi at https://mindsetshift.co.uk/#ask-me-anything. Stay tuned for more inspiring episodes and continue spreading love and light in your own life and the lives of those around you.

Our society still has a long way to go in the fight against institutional racism. It is crucial for us to address this issue in order to create a fair and equal society for all. In this episode of the Everyday Leadership podcast, we explore the experiences of Terence Channer, a lawyer specializing in actions against the police. Terence sheds light on the problematic powers the police hold when it comes to stop and search, and shares stories from his clients who have been directly affected by these issues. Despite the global impact of incidents like the George Floyd case, it is evident that racism still persists within the British police force. Terence is determined to raise awareness and bridge the gap between the police and the individuals they are meant to protect. Join us as we delve into Terence’s journey and gain insights into his role as a leader in combating racism.

Key moments in this episode include:

– Young Terence’s experiences (02:07)
– Navigating from the streets (05:48)
– The challenges faced by a black lawyer (14:49)
– Coping with the injustices (23:39)
– The power of using patois (30:34)
– Addressing obvious racism (34:41)
– Embracing his role (40:37)

To learn more about Terence Channer, you can connect with him on LinkedIn or visit his page on our website. Don’t forget to follow the podcast to stay updated on future episodes. If you have any comments or feedback, please reach out to us via our website or send an email to hello@mindsetshift.co.uk. We value the thoughts of our listeners and look forward to connecting with you.

Leon Mann: Leading the Change in Tackling Racism in Sport

Leon Mann, a highly experienced content producer with a background in the media production industry, is making waves in the campaign to eradicate racism in sport. With his skills as a screenwriter and film producer, Leon has become a highly influential figure in this space and has been recognized as an influencer in the fight against racism.

In a recent conversation with Rodney Hinds from The Voice newspaper, Leon shared his mission to combat whitewashing in football through the creation of the Football ‘Blacklist’. This groundbreaking initiative aims to shed light on the contributions of the black community to the UK Premier League football and bring attention to the lack of representation at the board level.

During the episode, Leon reveals the shocking extent to which the black community has influenced and shaped UK Premier League football. He also delves into his own journey and how he developed his philosophy and leadership skills to drive change.

Here are some key moments from the conversation:

– At a young age, Leon had aspirations to make a difference and used those aspirations as motivation throughout his career.
– Leon’s philosophy was shaped by his experiences and the realization that there was a need for action in combating racism in sport.
– Journalism became Leon’s platform to raise awareness and create networks that would support his mission.
– Building networks has been crucial in Leon’s campaign, allowing him to collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations.
– Leon’s main driver in this campaign is the desire to make a positive impact and eradicate racism from the sports industry.
– Dealing with frustration and challenges has been a part of Leon’s journey, but he remains committed to his cause.
– Through his filmmaking, Leon uses storytelling as a powerful tool to educate and inspire change.
– Leon shares his views on racism in football and the importance of addressing this issue head-on.

For more information about Leon Mann and his work, you can connect with him on LinkedIn or visit his website. Don’t forget to follow this podcast episode to stay updated on future episodes. You can also connect with Sope Agbelusi, the host of the podcast, through her website, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, or by sending an email to hello@mindsetshift.co.uk.

We value your thoughts and encourage you to join the community of listeners. If you have any comments, feedback, or thoughts, please reach out to us at https://mindsetshift.co.uk/#ask-me-anything. Together, we can

As long as you show up and put in the effort, life will be alright. These words of wisdom from Chenelle Ansah serve as a reminder that success comes to those who work hard and stay committed to their goals.

If your aspirations don’t overwhelm you, then they may not be ambitious enough. Chenelle’s own goals are so big that they leave her in awe of what she’s trying to accomplish – transforming the market and shaping the future.

Chenelle Ansah is an investor and consultant who is passionate about providing capital opportunities to founders from diverse backgrounds. As a Partner at Cornerstone Partners, she focuses on investing in black founders from the UK and ensuring they lead the way in new Fintech opportunities and bank mergers and acquisitions across Europe. She is also the Founder and Managing Director of Nell Consulting, where she specializes in strategy work related to financial disruption and scaling operations in growing companies.

Chenelle’s journey started in the world of entertainment, where she danced for family and friends. However, a pivotal conversation with a parent redirected her focus towards a career in finance. Her path was far from linear, but she eventually found herself immersed in the world of neo banking, which was a game-changer for businesses in the UK. Through her work with these banks, she gained expertise in systemizing such businesses.

Throughout the conversation, it becomes evident that faith is at the core of Chenelle’s life and work, much like Sope Agbelusi, the host of the “Everyday Leadership” podcast. Chenelle believes that her life has already been predetermined, and she is simply following the path laid out for her. This belief empowers her to live a life that others can only dream of.

The episode covers key moments in Chenelle’s leadership journey, including her passion for fashion, transition into business finance and investments, and her role at Cornerstone Partners. She also discusses her Big Audacious Goals and how she deals with the overwhelming nature of such aspirations.

For more information about Chenelle and the topics discussed in the episode, you can visit the following links:

– Cornerstone’s website
– Chenelle’s LinkedIn profile
– Chenelle’s page on TechInvest
– Nell Consulting

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Values are an integral part of our lives. They can be simply spoken or deeply ingrained within us. For John Spencer, a retired United States army officer, values have played a significant role in shaping his life. In this episode, John shares his journey and insights on leadership, identity, and the importance of values.

John Spencer’s military experience has had a profound impact on his life. Although he is now retired from active duty, the military still holds great significance for him as his wife is currently in active service. As a result, John finds himself taking on the role of a pseudo lone parent, navigating the challenges that come with it. He discusses how stoicism has become a crucial part of his parental journey.

One of the key struggles that many soldiers face is finding their identity after leaving the armed forces. John opens up about this issue and shares how his children have played a crucial role in shaping his own identity. He also talks about the role the military played in fulfilling his paternal needs.

Values are the centerpiece of John’s story, and he emphasizes their importance throughout the episode. He reflects on how his decision to join the military was driven by their values around leadership. Additionally, he discusses how his wife’s values align with his own and how they have applied these values in raising their children. John believes that family values and military values are remarkably similar in terms of impact and significance.

Throughout the episode, John shares several key leadership learning moments. From his start in the military to his growth as a leader within its frameworks, he provides valuable insights and perspectives. He also delves into topics such as the role of technology in the military, self-actualization, and the process of writing a book.

To stay connected with John Spencer, you can visit his website, follow him on LinkedIn and Twitter, and check out his podcast, the Urban Warfare Project, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Plus, if you’re interested in exploring the psychology of happiness, John recommends the book “Flow” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi.

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a future episode. You can also connect with Sope Agbelusi, the host of the podcast, through her website, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, or by emailing her at hello@mindsetshift.co.uk. Sope is always eager to hear your thoughts and engage with the community of listeners, so don’t hesitate to reach out.