Develop Your A-Game

My special guest on this episode is Obafeyikemi Luther, a Chef and founder of Wildfresh lifestyle. She shares the story of the rebirth of her brand in 2020, her journey of rediscovery of purpose as part of her growth process , why she is a huge believer of the practice of self-care and how her love for nature helped her find inner healing . She also shares her interests in ancient yoruba and African culture. You can connect with her on Instagram @wildfresh_kitchen and @obafeyikemi_luther

In this episode, I speak with Fola Alade , founder of Fotefa Mediation Academy . He is a seasoned mediator appointed to the Global Mediation panel at the Office of the Ombudsman for United Nations Funds and Programmes. He is back for a second time as a guest discussing the fundamentals of Emotional Intelligence and why we all need to develop and build this very important skill.

It’s been a very emotional and heavy period recently across the African continent, from #ENDSARS movement in Nigeria , child trafficking issues in Ghana , #Congoisbleeding and separatist violence in Congo. Bad governance has been the root of our issues in Africa by and large. Given the heightened awareness of the need for better civic I give a high level break down in less than half an hour what governance is , why it’s important and how it cuts across society from public sector , private sector . I also discuss the need to exercise self-governance. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe or follow and share. It’s up to us to stay informed and raise awareness about these issues. Twitter @developyourAGa1 Instagram @developyouragamepodcast email [email protected]

Wherever relationships exist , conflicts may arise, it’s important to learn the best way to manage conflicts whether in business, at work, with your friends and family, etc for successful living. Fola Alade , a certified attorney-mediator from Lagos and a guru on mediation takes us through the rudiments of mediation. Fola is also a certified emotional intelligence trainer and has a lot of experience in this area. Our conversation is really insightful and I hope you enjoy it. To join the Attorney Mediators contact Fola Alade www.fotefapartners.com email [email protected] Instagram @dmediationlawywrist twitter @mediationlawng

In episode two , I have a really good chat with wellness and fitness lifestyle coach , Maje Ayida. A British - Nigerian who has pioneered and transformed the fitness landscape in Nigeria. Starting from the bottom, he talks about how he converted his passion to a profitable brand and business now he boasts of many corporate clients using his services. He believes he is on a mission to transform lives through fitness. He shares how he used concepts of event design to host and introduce the first large scale fitness event to Nigeria. We chat about the importance of staying fit especially for peak performers and entrepreneurs. The stigma of mental health, how Nigerian fitness entrepreneurs can leverage technology to boost their visibility in the fitness business. We also talk about how being fit has helped him cope through difficult times in his life. To connect with here is his Instagram @majeayida @hiitsquadng twitter @majeayida1 email:[email protected] #Dont Forget to follow DevelopingyourAgame on Apple podcasts, Google podcasts, Breaker, and Anchor. I always love to invite new guests. If you think you have an interesting story please get in touch with me and let’s get you on the show. Email me: [email protected]

It’s great to be back after a break in August. This is a powerful first episode of the new season in which I Co-host with Coach Deji Oseni of Naija on the ball podcast. We talk about the importance of structure in sports business, regulatory compliance, sports governance, gender disparity in sports, age cheating , sexual harassment in sports , women’s sport especially football and more. Naija on the ball is available on anchor , Apple, google , breaker just like Developing your A Game. Please leave your feedback or comments. Always happy to hear from my listeners. [email protected] twitter @maxxyb

This is another bonus episode I recorded during my August break. I pay tribute to the life of Chadwick Boseman. A truly inspiring yet regular man who was committed to excellence , setting an example for Africans and people of colour everywhere with work ethic, his poise which shone through especially in his ground breaking performance as T’Challa in black panther . In this episode I share my reaction to his untimely demise, and how and why he inspires me, I also share excerpts from my new book , 40 lessons I learnt by 40. A book about lessons learned in my 30s included in the book are 40 powerful daily affirmations. If you are interested in being featured in season 2 and believe you have a good story please email me [email protected]. Twitter is @maxxyb .

Hello listeners yes I couldn’t even stay away until the start of season 2. I decided switch things up and make the format light until things kick off again. I have some great news to share firstly I am turning 40 in just 3 weeks and second I am writing a book to commemorate my coming of age called 40 Lessons I learnt by 40. I am really excited about it. The e book will touch on lessons I learned in my 30s covering lessons in life, relationships, business , parenting and faith. It’s an honest piece and I hope readers will enjoy it. It will be available for download from my social media pages. Additionally I plan to raise funds through the writing of this book for two charities doing a lot in the mentoring and training of youth space. In this episode I talk about the importance of writing personal stories. The world definitely needs more African and Black writers and authors for the sale of representation. Some of the books and authors I recommended in this podcast are Joys of Motherhood -Buchi Emecheta, Children Of blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi, Afro futurist novelist - Nnedi Okoroafor

Hello my amazing listeners , I know it feels like a minute since my last solo episode. I was busy lining up fantastic guests for you for season 2. Whoop. I am so thrilled to round up season 1. Imagine , now 21 episodes here we are. My podcasting journey so far has certainly been an unexpectedly rewarding and enlightening experience. In this episode I give a recap of the major lessons learned in this season, knowing yourself worth, understanding the power of personal energies , mentoring and much more. Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, and anywhere you can find podcasts. I would love to hear from you [email protected] ... until September stay safe and safe blessed.

I had a great discussion with self labelled eccentric, purposeful and creative Toyin Onigbanjo, a Nigerian journalist turned food design entrepreneur who launched the highly successful AugustSecrets baby-food empire in Nigeria four years ago. The business now has clients as far as Ghana , the US and Canada. She is an advocate for ending hidden hunger in Africa, obesity, malnutrition etc. She is extremely passionate about making African cuisine gain global popularity. We talk about her journey, how she pivoted from journalism from to a food manufacturing business. She shares her curiosity about how great things are built. You can connect with Toyin via her personal and businesses instagram @augustsecrets.ng @toyinonigbanjo @onigbanjoToyin - Twitter. website www.augustsecrets.com