Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life Podcast

You may have heard the buzz about fractional CMO, fractional COO, fractional CEO lately, but what exactly does it mean—and why is everyone talking about it?

Imagine being able to control your work hours, choose your clients, and do more of what you love without being tied to a full-time executive role.

Fractional leadership is that game-changing opportunity, and in this episode 123 of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life, and the final...

She made a powerful discovery that would change her life!

Ghita Zniber, venture capitalist and co-founder of Kalys Ventures realised that her true passion wasn't leading her own entrepreneurial journey but supporting others in theirs.

In this insightful episode 122 of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life, Ghita shares her journey from a diverse educational background to becoming a key player in the African startup ecosystem.

She delves...

She took a bold leap when she realised: “If on paper everything is right and I’m still unhappy, something’s wrong.”

Today, that leap has turned her vision into reality.

Aravinda Seshadri graduated from Stanford Law School and became a partner at a boutique law firm. On the surface, her career seemed perfect. But she knew something was missing.

She craved more than just success—she wanted to make a meaningful impact. Aravinda be...

This is what’s missing in how we approach solving the world’s biggest challenges: A shift from individualism to something bigger—collaboration.

In this #120 episode of "Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life," I had the honour of speaking with Karim Sy, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Jokkolabs. With roots in Mali, Lebanon, and Senegal, Karim has spent his career fostering entrepreneurship and technological innovation across Afric...

What if the key to overcoming your greatest challenges isn’t your circumstances, but the stories you tell yourself? 🎙️

In episode 119 of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life, I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Dr. Constance Scharff, a global leader in mental health research and the founder of The Human Resilience Project.

We dive into her groundbreaking research on resilience within indigenous communities, the transfor...

How do you move from building a career to embracing your life’s true calling?

In episode 118 of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life, I have an inspiring conversation with Olatokunbo Ige, a former international human rights lawyer turned social entrepreneur.

With over four decades of global experience, Olatokunbo reveals her powerful transition from the United Nations to founding initiatives like Livingstones Ecovillage and UTRADER.

He...

In this episode 117 of “Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life,” we explore the incredible journey of Matt Parfitt, Founder and CEO of Grace Enterprises.

Matt shares his transition from primary school teacher to social entrepreneur, detailing how his faith-driven mission has led to the creation of several successful social enterprises.

These businesses provide meaningful employment to individuals facing significant barriers, such as home...

When people think of virtual assistants, they rarely think of African talent

In this episode 116 of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life, we sit down with Erefa Coker, the founder of IMÒ Interns, a groundbreaking platform that connects businesses worldwide with skilled, remote interns from Africa.

With a background in HR and a passion for creating economic opportunities, Erefa shares her journey, the challenges she’s faced, and her mis...

In this episode 115 of “Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life,” we kick off our season 10 “Leaders on a Mission” series with Christopher Marquis, Sinyi Professor at the University of Cambridge Judge School of Business and author of the book “The Profiteers: How Business Privatises Profits and Socialises Costs.”

Chris exposes the strategies companies use to shift environmental and societal costs while maximising profits for shareholders....

I’m excited to have you join me for Season 10 of the Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life podcast! "Leaders on a Mission"

We’ll be delving into the personal journeys, impactful work, and visionary leadership of extraordinary individuals who are making a real difference in the world.

Throughout this season, you’ll hear from leaders who are driving social change, empowering underserved communities, and challenging the way we think about ...

When considering employee advocacy or brand ambassador programs, organisations often assume:

⛔ It’s just employees sharing marketing on social media 

⛔ It’s not relevant for managers and executives  

⛔ It’s about continuously praising the company

⛔Tightly controlling the messaging of employee advocates is the key to success.

⛔ It’s only for sales and marketing staff 

However, my guests in season 9 of my podcast Meaningful Work, Mea...

Before closing out season 9 of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life podcast, I revisit a key question I love asking my guests: If I gave you 1 billion pounds today, what would you do?

I ask this because it reveals our true motivations.

How often do we ask ourselves what we'd really want if money were no object?

This is how my guests this season answered. Their responses may surprise and motivate you!

Let’s Tune in

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As AI takes over more repetitive tasks, what unique human abilities remain irreplaceable at work?

In this episode, #111 of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life podcast, we explore how leaders can nurture human skills, creativity, and meaning in an increasingly tech-driven workplace.

My guest, Fatima Roumate, is a professor at the University Mohammed V in Morocco. Her research focuses on the international relations and legal implication...

“When people thrive, the organisation thrive.”

In this episode #110, I’m joined by Antonia Bartels, director at Randstad RiseSmart. With a focus on coaching and career transition, Antonia advocates for creating a work environment where employees not only excel but feel at home. She believes that this leads to greater talent mobility, innovation, and retention within organisations.

Antonia brings her expertise in career navigation a...

Have you ever felt stuck during a performance review, wondering how to react to something you disagree with?

The work landscape has significantly shifted from the days when we had little say in how our performance was assessed.

In today's world, employees are actively participating in the performance management process. They're no longer merely recipients of feedback but are shaping their own evaluations.

In episode #109 of the *...

How can fostering personal branding and employee advocacy not only empower a team but also authentically communicate a company's mission and impact?

Join us as we explore this dynamic with Professor Yao Azumah, Managing Director of Kya Energy Group, on their quest to make sustainable energy accessible to underserved communities in Africa.

In episode #108 of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life podcast, Prof. Azumah shares his inspiring...

What’s the role of kindness and its importance in personal and professional growth?

In this episode, I am joined by Harpal Dhatt, also known as the Kindness Chef. She is a podcast host, a visiting lecturer at the University of Westminster, and the founder of Kindness Cafes.

She helps leaders create a culture of kindness with nourishing recipes & menus to increase wellbeing.

Harpal explains how her journey began with compassion ...

Building a community for employees on social media is often overlooked but can greatly benefit a company's branding and marketing efforts.

In this episode #106 of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life podcast, I am joined by Michael Soerensen, co-founder of Sociuu, a pioneering employee advocacy platform spanning over 30 countries. Michael brings to light the often-underestimated practice of building a community for employees on social ...

Learn why it's important not to be afraid of embracing your true self, even within your workplace, in this enlightening conversation with HR professional Jessica Pharm.

Jessica, the founder and CEO of "Blackness in the Workplace" and a dedicated podcast host advocating for equality among black professionals, shares her journey with Francine Beleyi.

They discuss the challenges and discrimination Jessica encountered, which ultimately...