You Unleashed with Femi Akinyemi
152 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe podcast that helps you unleash your best using real life stories from me and experts to use in the work place and life in general
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33. Well Being | Becoming a high performer with George Anderson
July 14, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBIn this weeks podcast, I speak with trainer and Coach George Anderson as he shares what we need to do to make sure we are mentally and physically in shape to become high performers who can achieve success.
Well Being | Becoming a high performer with George Anderson
July 14, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBIn this weeks podcast, I speak with trainer and Coach George Anderson as he shares what we need to do to make sure we are mentally and physically in shape to become high performers who can achieve success. Support the show
Breaking down barriers with Dr. Maggie Semple OBE
July 06, 2020 12:00 - 49 minutes - 34.4 MBIn this episode, I chat with successful businesswoman, entrepreneur and advisor to business leaders Dr. Maggie Semple OBE as she shares her story on how she broke through the different barriers before her to make it to the top and get a seat at the table. She also gives practical tips we can all apply. Bound to be make you think and leave you feeling empowered. Support the show
32. Breaking down barriers with Dr. Maggie Semple OBE
July 06, 2020 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this episode, I chat with successful businesswoman, entrepreneur and advisor to business leaders Dr. Maggie Semple OBE as she shares her story on how she broke through the different barriers before her to make it to the top and get a seat at the table. She also gives practical tips we can all apply. Bound to be make you think and leave you feeling empowered.
Release the leader within you with Eddie Turner
July 05, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this week's episode, I sit down with Eddie Turner, leadership expert, author, speaker and host of Keep Leading podcast as he helps us understand that we all have leadership within us and what we need to unleash the leader with us. Support the show
31. Release the leader within you with Eddie Turner
July 05, 2020 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this week's episode, I sit down with Eddie Turner, leadership expert, author, speaker and host of Keep Leading podcast as he helps us understand that we all have leadership within us and what we need to unleash the leader with us.
30. The secret to building a powerful Personal Brand with Lara Lauder
June 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBIn this weeks podcast, author and personal brand coach Lara Lauder shares her story about how she built her personal brand and gives some great advice on how we can build ours so that when we enter a room we get noticed.
The secret to building a powerful Personal Brand with Lara Lauder
June 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBIn this weeks podcast, author and personal brand coach Lara Lauder shares her story about how she built her personal brand and gives some great advice on how we can build ours so that when we enter a room we get noticed. Support the show
29. The comforting truth about losing your job
June 22, 2020 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this episode, I introduce the typical cycle we go through when lose our jobs, clients or suppliers. I also talk about how to get through them and help you realise this too shall pass. I remember it like it was yesterday. After all, who would forget the first time they were fired from a job. It all started with a rather innocent email from my manager at the time and it was scheduled for 4 pm on a Friday. A time and date I would come to learn were pretty usual for having these sort of mee...
The comforting truth about losing your job
June 22, 2020 06:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBIn this episode, I introduce the typical cycle we go through when lose our jobs, clients or suppliers. I also talk about how to get through them and help you realise this too shall pass. I remember it like it was yesterday. After all, who would forget the first time they were fired from a job. It all started with a rather innocent email from my manager at the time and it was scheduled for 4 pm on a Friday. A time and date I would come to learn were pretty usual for having these sort of mee...
This too shall pass - Message of hope in uncertain times
June 22, 2020 06:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBIn this episode, I introduce the typical cycle we go through when lose our jobs, clients or suppliers. I also talk about how to get through them and help you realise this too shall pass. I remember it like it was yesterday. After all, who would forget the first time they were fired from a job. It all started with a rather innocent email from my manager at the time and it was scheduled for 4 pm on a Friday. A time and date I would come to learn were pretty usual for having these sort of mee...
28. What you need to know about Networking and how to get better at it with Filipe Carrer8
June 13, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBDo you know how to truly Network? In this great episode, I'm joined by Networking expert and coach Filipe Carrera as we discuss what exactly Networking is and some simple truths we need to learn about networking and the rules to follow to make sure you become better at networking.
What you need to know about Networking and how to get better at it with Filipe Carrera
June 13, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBDo you know how to truly Network? In this great episode, I'm joined by Networking expert and coach Filipe Carrera as we discuss what exactly Networking is and some simple truths we need to learn about networking and the rules to follow to make sure you become better at networking. Support the show
27. Resilience : 5 ways to help you go from setback to comeback with John Dabrowski
May 29, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn episode 28, I'm joined by former international basketballer, author and Resilience coach John Dabrowski as he shares some simple truths about resilience and steps we can take to getting it so we can overcome just about anything.
Resilience : 5 ways to help you go from setback to comeback with John Dabrowski
May 29, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIn episode 28, I'm joined by former international basketballer, author and Resilience coach John Dabrowski as he shares some simple truths about resilience and steps we can take to getting it so we can overcome just about anything. Support the show
How to lift yourself up when going through the rough times with Dr Jim Smith Jr.
May 28, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBIn episode 27 I'm joined by Dr Jim Smith Jnr. aka Mr Energy who is also speaker, coach and author of 'No Excuse Guide to Success' as he shares how to develop a 'No Excuse' mindset that will help you succeed even in times of crisis. Support the show
Overcoming in times of crisis | 'No Excuse guide to success' with Dr Jim Smith Jr.
May 28, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBIn episode 27 I'm joined by Dr Jim Smith Jnr. aka Mr Energy who is also speaker, coach and author of 'No Excuse Guide to Success' as he shares how to develop a 'No Excuse' mindset that will help you succeed even in times of crisis.
26. How to lift yourself up when going through the rough times with Dr Jim Smith Jr.
May 28, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBIn episode 27 I'm joined by Dr Jim Smith Jnr. aka Mr Energy who is also speaker, coach and author of 'No Excuse Guide to Success' as he shares how to develop a 'No Excuse' mindset that will help you succeed even in times of crisis.
How to successfully make it through a crisis with Dr Jim Smith Jr.
May 28, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBIn episode 27 I'm joined by Dr Jim Smith Jnr. aka Mr Energy who is also speaker, coach and author of 'No Excuse Guide to Success' as he shares how to develop a 'No Excuse' mindset that will help you succeed even in times of crisis.
Becoming successful at managing conflict - Part II
May 17, 2020 18:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this podcast 25, I continue to cover why conflict is unavoidable in life and work and how we need to deal with it quickly and effectively, or else it can come back and ruin relationships and also how you can become a better team through conflict. Support the show
25. Becoming successful at managing conflict - Part II
May 17, 2020 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBIn this podcast 25, I continue to cover why conflict is unavoidable in life and work and how we need to deal with it quickly and effectively, or else it can come back and ruin relationships and also how you can become a better team through conflict.
24. Becoming successful at managing conflict - Part I
May 17, 2020 17:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this podcast 24, I cover why conflict is unavoidable in life and work and how we need to deal with it quickly and effectively, or else it can come back and ruin relationships and also how you can become a better team through conflict.
Becoming successful at managing conflict - Part I
May 17, 2020 17:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this podcast 24, I cover why conflict is unavoidable in life and work and how we need to deal with it quickly and effectively, or else it can come back and ruin relationships and also how you can become a better team through conflict.
How to become better at managing conflict - Part I
May 17, 2020 17:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this podcast 24, I cover why conflict is unavoidable in life and work and how we need to deal with it quick and effectively or else it can come back and ruin relationships and also how you can become a better team through conflict.
Becoming successful at managing conflict - Part I
May 17, 2020 17:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBIn this podcast 24, I cover why conflict is unavoidable in life and work and how we need to deal with it quickly and effectively, or else it can come back and ruin relationships and also how you can become a better team through conflict. Support the show
Becoming a better public speaker and presenter with Sardek Love
May 10, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBIn podcast 23, I speak with International Speaker, Author, and coach to speakers Sardek Love as he shares simple tips, pitfalls, and tricks of becoming a better speaker and presenter face to face and virtually. Support the show
23. Becoming a better public speaker and presenter with Sardek Love
May 10, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBIn podcast 23, I speak with International Speaker, Author, and coach to speakers Sardek Love as he shares simple tips, pitfalls, and tricks of becoming a better speaker and presenter face to face and virtually.
COVID 19 - Get Financially Fit For the Future
May 03, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBIn this episode, I talk to my friend, speaker, financial coach and author of Non-Secrets of the Financially Secure Nike Adetoye about finances in these crazy times and some simple steps you can take to get financially fit for the future.
22. COVID 19 - Get Financially Fit For the Future with Nike Adetoye
May 03, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBIn this episode, I talk to my friend, speaker, financial coach and author of Non-Secrets of the Financially Secure Nike Adetoye about finances in these crazy times and some simple steps you can take to get financially fit for the future.
COVID 19 - Get Financially Fit For the Future with Nike Adetoye
May 03, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBIn this episode, I talk to my friend, speaker, financial coach and author of Non-Secrets of the Financially Secure Nike Adetoye about finances in these crazy times and some simple steps you can take to get financially fit for the future. Support the show
How to give tough feedback without damaging your relationship
April 26, 2020 18:00 - 7 minutes - 5.29 MBA while ago when I was toying with the idea of getting into writing, coaching and public speaking I remember once asking someone I look up to and admire for feedback. He was very direct and quite frankly speaking negative and this dented my confidence for quite a while. Now, he probably never intended for his feedback to have such an impact on me and I don't tell this story to denigrate him. Rather, I tell this story to shine a light on how much care we need to apply when offering feedback...
21. How to give tough feedback without damaging your relationship
April 26, 2020 18:00 - 8 minutes - 6.1 MBA while ago when I was toying with the idea of getting into writing, coaching and public speaking I remember once asking someone I look up to and admire for feedback. He was very direct and quite frankly speaking negative and this dented my confidence for quite a while. Now, he probably never intended for his feedback to have such an impact on me and I don't tell this story to denigrate him. Rather, I tell this story to shine a light on how much care we need to apply when offering feedback...
4 easy steps to having tough conversations in tough times
April 19, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.7 MBI had a project manager I worked with once. He had his strengths but one I particularly appreciated was his ability to have tough conversations with leadership teams and still come out smelling like roses if you catch my drift. I asked him how he did it and he said, Femi the mistake a lot of people make is they get too caught up in the emotion. If people have to make a decision make it a fact-based discussion. In other words, offer them the facts and then leave it to the Exec team to make...
20. How to have tough conversations and come out on top
April 19, 2020 19:00 - 12 minutes - 8.55 MBI had a project manager I worked with once. He had his strengths but one I particularly appreciated was his ability to have tough conversations with leadership teams and still come out smelling like roses if you catch my drift. I asked him how he did it and he said, Femi the mistake a lot of people make is they get too caught up in the emotion. If people have to make a decision make it a fact-based discussion. In other words, offer them the facts and then leave it to the Exec team to make...
How to have tough conversations and come out on top
April 19, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.74 MBI had a project manager I worked with once. He had his strengths but one I particularly appreciated was his ability to have tough conversations with leadership teams and still come out smelling like roses if you catch my drift. I asked him how he did it and he said, Femi the mistake a lot of people make is they get too caught up in the emotion. If people have to make a decision make it a fact-based discussion. In other words, offer them the facts and then leave it to the Exec team to make...
How to have tough conversations in tough times
April 19, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.7 MBI had a project manager I worked with once. He had his strengths but one I particularly appreciated was his ability to have tough conversations with leadership teams and still come out smelling like roses if you catch my drift. I asked him how he did it and he said, Femi the mistake a lot of people make is they get too caught up in the emotion. If people have to make a decision make it a fact-based discussion. In other words, offer them the facts and then leave it to the Exec team to make...
Tough conversations in tough times
April 19, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.7 MBI had a project manager I worked with once. He had his strengths but one I particularly appreciated was his ability to have tough conversations with leadership teams and still come out smelling like roses if you catch my drift. I asked him how he did it and he said, Femi the mistake a lot of people make is they get too caught up in the emotion. If people have to make a decision make it a fact-based discussion. In other words, offer them the facts and then leave it to the Exec team to make...
COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Part 3
April 13, 2020 20:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBFor a lot of us, life could very well become broken down into 2 parts. Life before COVID 19 and life after COVID 19. What you did before and what you did after and how you transitioned. Watch out that you don't miss out on opportunities that can become either your lifeboats in these crazy times or the gateway into the next phase of your life in your business and career. I probably should take this time to tell a story about something that happened to me recently. Like most of us, I know ...
19. COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Part III
April 13, 2020 20:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBFor a lot of us, life could very well become broken down into 2 parts. Life before COVID 19 and life after COVID 19. What you did before and what you did after and how you transitioned. Watch out that you don't miss out on opportunities that can become either your lifeboats in these crazy times or the gateway into the next phase of your life in your business and career. I probably should take this time to tell a story about something that happened to me recently. Like most of us, I know ...
COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Part III
April 13, 2020 20:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBFor a lot of us, life could very well become broken down into 2 parts. Life before COVID 19 and life after COVID 19. What you did before and what you did after and how you transitioned. Watch out that you don't miss out on opportunities that can become either your lifeboats in these crazy times or the gateway into the next phase of your life in your business and career. I probably should take this time to tell a story about something that happened to me recently. Like most of us, I know ...
18. COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Part II
April 06, 2020 00:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBI had a couple of conversations with a couple of friends this week. The first friend tells me; he has had two interviews A couple of days I have been speaking to lots of people and we got to speaking about the Coronavirus and its impact and I have had two completely different conversations. On the one hand, one person says..projects are about to be closed down and everybody is nervous about what happens next. The other person says he has had 4 interviews. I repeat 4 interviews in the past we...
COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Part II
April 06, 2020 00:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBI had a couple of conversations with a couple of friends this week. The first friend tells me; he has had two interviews A couple of days I have been speaking to lots of people and we got to speaking about the Coronavirus and its impact and I have had two completely different conversations. On the one hand, one person says..projects are about to be closed down and everybody is nervous about what happens next. The other person says he has had 4 interviews. I repeat 4 interviews in the past we...
17. COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Part 1
March 30, 2020 04:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBCOVID 19 has now changed the way some of us work now for a couple of weeks. While the shock hasn't worn off and the loss of life will never stop being a shock for us. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who are suffering. The sad reality is that businesses will now start to focusing on how to continue to do what they were created for - exist to create wealth. They create wealth through their employees and suppliers and that is where you come in. Whether you like it or not, things will ...
COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Part 1
March 30, 2020 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBCOVID 19 has now changed the way some of us work now for a couple of weeks. While the shock hasn't worn off and the loss of life will never stop being a shock for us. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who are suffering. The sad reality is that businesses will now start to focusing on how to continue to do what they were created for - exist to create wealth. They create wealth through their employees and suppliers and that is where you come in. Whether you like it or not, things will ...
COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Perspective
March 22, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.68 MBYour ability to react to the dramas of life. Fears, the ups, the downs, the scary news on TV is all dependent on perspective. Manage your perspective, you manage your emotions and you manage to have a healthy well balanced life. As I look back over my life realise that for better or worse, I dont get too hung up with wins and losses. Now I use the word for better or worse because it can be a weakness and strength. A weakness because it means I don't get the benefit of feeling the pain en...
COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Part 0
March 22, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.72 MBYour ability to react to the dramas of life. Fears, the ups, the downs, the scary news on TV is all dependent on perspective. Manage your perspective, you manage your emotions and you manage to have a healthy well balanced life. As I look back over my life realise that for better or worse, I dont get too hung up with wins and losses. Now I use the word for better or worse because it can be a weakness and strength. A weakness because it means I don't get the benefit of feeling the pain en...
16. COVID 19 Special - Get Fit for the Future - Part 0
March 22, 2020 19:00 - 12 minutes - 8.54 MBYour ability to react to the dramas of life. Fears, the ups, the downs, the scary news on TV is all dependent on perspective. Manage your perspective, you manage your emotions and you manage to have a healthy well balanced life. As I look back over my life realise that for better or worse, I dont get too hung up with wins and losses. Now I use the word for better or worse because it can be a weakness and strength. A weakness because it means I don't get the benefit of feeling the pain en...
How to build productive relationships II
March 08, 2020 09:00 - 11 minutes - 8.09 MBSome people enter our lives and leave almost instantly. Others stay and forge such an impression on our hearts and soul such that we are changed forever. When you are in a relationship you are either in a positive spiral or a negative spiral. That means you are either in a positive place or negative place. Your ability to check yourself, review the relationship and understand where its going wrong or well makes all difference. A healthy relationship after all is a wealthy relationship. In ...
How to build productive relationships II - Check yourself before you wreck yourself
March 08, 2020 09:00 - 11 minutes - 8.13 MBSome people enter our lives and leave almost instantly. Others stay and forge such an impression on our hearts and soul such that we are changed forever. When you are in a relationship you are either in a positive spiral or a negative spiral. That means you are either in a positive place or negative place. Your ability to check yourself, review the relationship and understand where its going wrong or well makes all difference. A healthy relationship after all is a wealthy relationship. In ...
15. How to build productive relationships II
March 08, 2020 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.94 MBSome people enter our lives and leave almost instantly. Others stay and forge such an impression on our hearts and soul such that we are changed forever. When you are in a relationship you are either in a positive spiral or a negative spiral. That means you are either in a positive place or negative place. Your ability to check yourself, review the relationship and understand where its going wrong or well makes all difference. A healthy relationship after all is a wealthy relationship. In ...