Today, we delve into a topic that is often swept under the rug but profoundly impacts us all: the emotion of shame. We are unmasking shame and its intricate, powerful influence on our lives, on our drive for success, and ultimately on our well-being.

We explore the paradox of how shame, an emotion we often strive to hide, can paradoxically fuel our ambition and push us towards remarkable achievements. But we also unravel the sobering truth that this form of motivation, built on the precarious foundation of shame, is unsustainable in the long run.

Jessica Huie is a renowned public speaker, publicist, bestselling author and former journalist who ran her own influential boutique agency, JHPR, for over a decade. She now runs her annual Purpose Retreat in Jamaica, heads up two self-development programs, Bigger Than A Book and The Purpose Academy as well as sharing insights about the power of purpose with all types of organisations such as Google, EY, Grant Thornton, Virgin Media and Credit Suisse.

In this conversation, Jessica and Sope discuss topics such as:

💭Transforming Emotion: Channeling Anger, Fear, and Shame into Stepping Stones to Success

💭Rising Above Expulsion: How Childhood Trials Mold Our Adult Self

💭Harnessing Personal Power: Directing Equal Energy to Career and Self-Development

💭Embracing Enough: The Shift from Constant Doing to Serene Acceptance

💭Transforming Emotion: Channeling Anger, Fear, and Shame into Stepping Stones to Success

💭The Liberating Transition from Shame to Acceptance

💭From Celebrity Representation to Humble Beginnings: The Tale of Launching Colour-Blind Cards

💭Inner Harmony: The Power and Peace in Tuning into Your Inner Voice

💭Legacy Lessons: Enduring Wisdom from Nottingham's First Black Bus Driver

Connect with Jessica

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicahuie/

Website - https://www.jessicahuie.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jessica_huie_/?hl=en

Purpose: Find Your Truth and Embrace Your Calling - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Purpose-Revised-Truth-Embrace-Calling/dp/1788176669

If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the links below.

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Mac is the CEO and Founder of the Equal Group, a consultancy service based in the Midlands which provides businesses with the tools and support to optimise their equality, diversity and inclusive efforts. Equal Group works alongside organisations delivering data-driven transformational initiatives across many sectors, with clients including Thames Water, Macmillan Cancer Support and the Greater London Authority. He also serves as a Trustee and sits on the Lloyds Banking Group Black Business Advisory Committee.

In this conversation, Mac and Sope discuss topics such as:

?? Being disillusioned with school

??The energy sector not being love at first sight and the importance of pushing through and sitting in discomfort.

??Choosing not to play the game and how this hindered his career progression

??Changing the perception of DEI, being data-led, data-driven and overlaying theories of change

??The continual journey of learning as a leader and organisation as you scale and grow

??How to measure success personally and professionally

??Being deeply introverted yet sitting on panels, facilitating workshops and speaking on stage.

Connect with Mac

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayokunalonge/

The Equal Group - http://www.theequalgroup.com/

If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the links below.

Connect with Me

• Website - http://www.mindsetshift.co.uk
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sopeagbelusi/
• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sopeagbelusi/
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/sopeagbelusi
• Email: [email protected]
• Watch the episodes on YouTube

Connect with Sope

Website | Youtube | Instagram | LinkedIn

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Mac is the CEO and Founder of the Equal Group, a consultancy service based in the Midlands which provides businesses with the tools and support to optimise their equality, diversity and inclusive efforts. Equal Group works alongside organisations delivering data-driven transformational initiatives across many sectors, with clients including Thames Water, Macmillan Cancer Support and the Greater London Authority. He also serves as a Trustee and sits on the Lloyds Banking Group Black Business Advisory Committee.

In this conversation, Mac and Sope discuss topics such as:

💭 Being disillusioned with school

💭The energy sector “not being love at first sight” and the importance of pushing through and sitting in discomfort.

💭Choosing not to play the game and how this hindered his career progression

💭Changing the perception of DEI, being data-led, data-driven and overlaying theories of change

💭The continual journey of learning as a leader and organisation as you scale and grow

💭How to measure success personally and professionally

💭Being deeply introverted yet sitting on panels, facilitating workshops and speaking on stage.

Connect with Mac

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayokunalonge/

The Equal Group - http://www.theequalgroup.com/

If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the links below.

Connect with Me

Mac is the CEO and Founder of the Equal Group, a consultancy service based in the Midlands which provides businesses with the tools and support to optimise their equality, diversity and inclusive efforts. Equal Group works alongside organisations delivering data-driven transformational initiatives across many sectors, with clients including Thames Water, Macmillan Cancer Support and the Greater London Authority. He also serves as a Trustee and sits on the Lloyds Banking Group Black Business Advisory Committee.

In this conversation, Mac and Sope discuss topics such as:

💭 Being disillusioned with school

💭The energy sector “not being love at first sight” and the importance of pushing through and sitting in discomfort.

💭Choosing not to play the game and how this hindered his career progression

💭Changing the perception of DEI, being data-led, data-driven and overlaying theories of change

💭The continual journey of learning as a leader and organisation as you scale and grow

💭How to measure success personally and professionally

💭Being deeply introverted yet sitting on panels, facilitating workshops and speaking on stage.

Connect with Mac

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayokunalonge/

The Equal Group - http://www.theequalgroup.com/

If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the links below.

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Marilyn has worked as Chief Marketing Officer of EMAAR, one of the biggest real estate companies in the world as well as Head of Dubai Opera and in this episode, we talk about how confidence, not competence, has put her in such prestigious positions.

Marilyn Zakhour is the founder and CEO of Cosmic Centaurs, a consulting, training, insights, and technology company helping organizations build and reimagine the future of work and learning. She has experience in organizations of all sizes and knows how to bring the agility of small startups to big corporations and is also the host of the award-winning Who Run The World podcast.

In this conversation, Marilyn and Sope discuss topics such as:

?? Her mum being a pioneer and a role model in Lebanon

??Mistakes from her leadership journey and why middle management is the key to scaling

??If There's No Solution, Then There's No Problem

??Moving away from hyper specialisation and pulling inspiration from multiple spaces and places

??Creating personal rules for dealing with failure and regret

??Why emotions are messengers that need to be listened to, not suppressed

??What "bicycle face" and "imposter syndrome" have in common

Connect with Marilyn

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynzakhour/?originalSubdomain=ae

Cosmic Centaurs - http://www.cosmiccentaurs.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/permanenthunger/?hl=en

If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the links below.

Connect with Me

• Website - http://www.mindsetshift.co.uk
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sopeagbelusi/
• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sopeagbelusi/
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/sopeagbelusi
• Email: [email protected]
• Watch the episodes on YouTube

Connect with Sope

Website | Youtube | Instagram | LinkedIn

Did you find this helpful? If you like this episode, please leave a review or share it with someone who could benefit from listening. 

We’re always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts, send us an email at [email protected]

Marilyn has worked as Chief Marketing Officer of EMAAR, one of the biggest real estate companies in the world as well as Head of Dubai Opera and in this episode, we talk about how confidence, not competence, has put her in such prestigious positions.

Marilyn Zakhour is the founder and CEO of Cosmic Centaurs, a consulting, training, insights, and technology company helping organizations build and reimagine the future of work and learning. She has experience in organizations of all sizes and knows how to bring the agility of small startups to big corporations and is also the host of the award-winning Who Run The World podcast.

In this conversation, Marilyn and Sope discuss topics such as:

💭 Her mum being a pioneer and a role model in Lebanon

💭Mistakes from her leadership journey and why middle management is the key to scaling

💭If There's No Solution, Then There's No Problem

💭Moving away from hyper specialisation and pulling inspiration from multiple spaces and places

💭Creating personal rules for dealing with failure and regret

💭Why emotions are messengers that need to be listened to, not suppressed

💭What "bicycle face" and "imposter syndrome" have in common

Connect with Marilyn

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynzakhour/?originalSubdomain=ae

Cosmic Centaurs - http://www.cosmiccentaurs.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/permanenthunger/?hl=en

If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the links below.

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In this episode, my guest is Dan Braithwaite, an award-winning Managing Director within the UKs largest independent recruitment group of companies Pertemps Network Group which is a massive accomplishment.

In this compelling episode of Everyday Leadership, we delve deep into the

A Leap from Arts to the Professional World:** Discover how our guest transitioned from the world of performing arts to the corporate landscape, using his theatrical background to create a unique impact and bring a touch of showmanship to the workplace.

The Power of Advocacy:** Hear the moving story of a mentor who risked her own reputation to support our guests career, a testament to the transformative power of belief and advocacy in leadership.

The Pressure Cooker of Recruitment:** Delve into his unexpected journey into the world of recruitment, exploring the intense pressures he faced to perform and deliver. This will resonate with anyone facing the daily demands of performance-driven industries.

The Entrepreneurial Spirit:** Understand how an entrepreneurial mindset has been a game-changer for him, empowering him to tackle any task fearlessly. He offers valuable insights on fostering this mindset within your professional life.

The Art of Likability:** Our guest shares why likability or rapport-building isn't just a 'nice-to-have' but an essential skill in leadership and how it can open doors in your career.

Accountability Kick-started by a Child:** Learn how a promise he made to his daughters led to an unexpected journey into kickboxing

Serving, not Commanding:** He shares his leadership mantra of serving his team, a refreshing take on leadership that highlights the importance of creating a supportive and engaging environment.

Connect with Dan and his organisation

If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the links below.

Connect with Me

• Website \ Instagram \ LinkedIn Twitter \ YouTube
• Email: [email protected]

Connect with Sope

Website | Youtube | Instagram | LinkedIn

Did you find this helpful? If you like this episode, please leave a review or share it with someone who could benefit from listening. 

We’re always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts, send us an email at [email protected]

In this episode, my guest is Dan Braithwaite, an award-winning Managing Director within the UK’s largest independent recruitment group of companies Pertemps Network Group which is a massive accomplishment.

In this compelling episode of Everyday Leadership, we delve deep into the

A Leap from Arts to the Professional World:** Discover how our guest transitioned from the world of performing arts to the corporate landscape, using his theatrical background to create a unique impact and bring a touch of showmanship to the workplace.

The Power of Advocacy:** Hear the moving story of a mentor who risked her own reputation to support our guest’s career, a testament to the transformative power of belief and advocacy in leadership.

The Pressure Cooker of Recruitment:** Delve into his unexpected journey into the world of recruitment, exploring the intense pressures he faced to perform and deliver. This will resonate with anyone facing the daily demands of performance-driven industries.

The Entrepreneurial Spirit:** Understand how an entrepreneurial mindset has been a game-changer for him, empowering him to tackle any task fearlessly. He offers valuable insights on fostering this mindset within your professional life.

The Art of Likability:** Our guest shares why likability or rapport-building isn't just a 'nice-to-have' but an essential skill in leadership and how it can open doors in your career.

Accountability Kick-started by a Child:** Learn how a promise he made to his daughters led to an unexpected journey into kickboxing

Serving, not Commanding:** He shares his leadership mantra of serving his team, a refreshing take on leadership that highlights the importance of creating a supportive and engaging environment.

Connect with Dan and his organisation 

If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the links below.

Connect with Me