Cafe Construct Podcast

SN 02 EP 11 with Godwin Njoroge, co-creator of Lab Oculus.

It's not easy to start a business in the world of Construction, it's even harder to stay in business.

In this episode, we have a candid conversation about entrepreneurship. Listening to your gut, accepting yourself and carving your own path while  embracing the related discomfort and learning new skills as a person to work through it all and establish your business.

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Read list: 1. Sapiens  2.When the Body Says No   3.Make Life Beautiful  4.Atomic Habits

Listen: 1. Mzansi Hits Playlist 2. Vusi Thembekwayo

Chicken curry and Garlic Naan recipe.

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S2 EP 10 with the CaCo (Cafe Construct) team

With lovely tidbits from season 01 join Nyambura Kariuki as she hosts the ladies in a wonderful random question and answer session borrowed from our first season. 

Learn how we've aged and also check out how we answered the same questions in season 01 together with our guests.

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S2 EP09 with Catherine Kadzo and Nancy Achieng

Join Whitney as she gets into a candid discussion with two former practising Interior Designers on what made them leave the industry... and if their change in career is temporary or permanent.

It's their story, not necessarily yours but a reminder that you might not always end up where you thought you were headed, but you always end up where you are meant to be.

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S2 EP08 with Elizabeth Ondula and Eunice Nthambi

When you consider pursuing higher learning, no doubt the first thing that comes to mind is how to finance the course. The additional dynamic of studying abroad can especially be an overwhelming one.

In this episode, we try to help you figure it out, at least a part of it. We delve into the available resources, required qualifications, funding options and other tips that can assist you in getting an education at the University of your dreams outside of Kenya.

Join Brenda as she gets into this discussion with two PhD candidates studying abroad.

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S2 EP07 with QS Diana Mumbua

Deciding to start your own firm requires a major shift in priorities and mindset. You take on an additional set of responsibilities that can get overwhelming especially without the proper systems and structures in place from the start.  Join our discussion on the several aspects involved in this life-changing transition from employment to entrepreneurship.

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S2 EP06 with Michael Mathenge

Fire is one of the most common disasters in Kenya, but it doesn't have to be fatal. 

Do you know what to do? Join me and my guest Michael Mathenge, a registered Architect in Nairobi, Kenya and currently specialises in fire systems design in MULLARD FIRE PROTECTION as we discuss fire prevention and preparedness in the residential realm.

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Michael Mathenge is a registered Architect in Nairobi, Kenya and currently specialises in fire systems design in MULLARD FIRE PROTECTION. He has a wide array of skills and is passionate on architecture and its impact on immediate context and culture. He practised under PLANNING Systems Services shortly after graduating from the University of Nairobi and was one of the cofounders of ArchiDATUM website.

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S2 EP05 with Stephen Ndele. 

No job too big; no job too small, Stephen is on the road to software engineering but a small detour led him to becoming a construction worker. We talk about this phase of his life and its outcome together with the associated challenges and lessons learnt from 'kazi ya mjengo'.

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S2 EP04 with Nyagaki Gichia-an Engineer & Tech Educator and Peninah Ndegwa-a Transportation planner and the founder of Wowmomkenya.

There's so much to consider when it comes to juggling motherhood and workplace duties. How do you approach the challenges of being a new mom and especially the transition back to the office post-baby? Does work-life balance truly exist? What is the impact of your organisation's policies on this transitional phase and what stands to be improved? 

We cover all these on this episode....Happy Mothers Day! 

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S2 EP03 with two young professionals in the world of Quantity Survey.

There's school... then there's the real professional environment. 

What are the real life challenges and mistakes made by the young professional Quantity Surveyor? 

Let's have a real conversation about this.

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S2 EP02 special edition with BOTBUILT CONSTRUCTION LIMITED

To our listeners who are not in the construction industry and would like to familiarise themselves with what it takes to build your own home, this episode is especially for you.

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