FIERCE Mothers

In today's episode of the FIERCE Mothers Podcast, Ugochi talks to Funlayo Alabi, the CEO, and Co-founder of Shea Radiance.

Shea Radiance was born when Funlayo and her husband started making products in their kitchen to solve their family's dry skin and eczema problems. They found Shea Butter to be the ultimate healing balm. The company creates beauty products inspired by the traditional uses of unrefined shea butter to help women achieve beautiful glowing skin at any age.

Funlayo chats so openly and in such an honest and authentic manner about the struggles and triumphs on her journey with Shea Radiance. She talks about adversity and perseverance and why the world is waiting for you to show up, regardless of who else might be doing the same thing.

This story is about struggles and triumph, with so many nuggets around staying true to yourself and standing out despite your competition.

To learn more about Shea Radiance, visit www.shearadiance.com.

Follow the company on Instagram @shearadiance.

To follow Funlayo on Instagram, her handle is @funlayo.

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In today's heartwarming episode of the FIERCE Mothers podcast, Ugochi talks to Somachi Kachikwu.

Somachi is an experienced educator who has worked in various roles to build and strengthen the education sector internationally.

She is currently the Curriculum Director at Phoenix TS, where she spearheads the planning, design, development, implementation, and delivery of 21st-century curriculum for the company's clients.

Before this, she worked as a development specialist at Chemonics International and as a program manager at the National Universities Commission, Nigeria.

Soma is also the founder of Gifted Minds Academy and The Learning Box International - both educational consulting firms. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies (minor in Global Economics), a Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership, and a Master of Arts in Gender Studies & International Development.

She is pursuing a Doctorate in Education focusing on improving access to education in rural communities.

Soma is also a children's book author and co-founder of the Books and Desserts Book Club.

Ugochi talks to Soma about her mission to transform education in rural African communities, her global book club, her life as a children's author, and the challenges of raising four boys as a single mother. If you need encouragement, this is just what you need.

To follow Soma on Instagram, her handle is @somachi_k.

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In today's FIERCE Mother's podcast episode, Ugochi talks to Malobi Achike.

Malobi is an attorney and ardent diversity, equity, and inclusion ambassador. She is passionate about working with organizations to usher in changes that sustainably impact the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. This passion led Malobi to launch her own Tech startup, DEI Directive. DEI Directive helps organizations take the guesswork out of the DEI management process by giving them real-time and comprehensive access to DEI data to manage and drive results at the organization effectively. Before her role as the Founder and CEO of DEI Directive, Malobi spent over 15 years working in corporate legal tech and private practice spaces. She also has excellent business experience in the African and Asian markets. She is a problem solver through and through and enjoys connecting people to solutions and resources.

Malobi has been quoted as saying, "Diversity is a business imperative. After all, we get closer to excellent output when more have a seat at the table with full access to participate, and their contributions are, in turn, welcomed and accepted."

In this episode, Malobi explains the Importance of DEI in fostering a fair and inclusive society, the difference between equity and equality, and examines the role of intersectionality in achieving true inclusivity.

Malobi ended this critical discussion with a call to action to get involved and promote equity, challenging harmful stereotypes in our spheres of influence.

Malobi can be reached via the following platforms:

LinkedIn - @malobiachike

Email - [email protected]

Website - https://www.deidirective.com

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In this captivating episode of the FIERCE Mothers Podcast, Ugochi delves into the fascinating world of names, their significance, and the intriguing stories they hold. Joining Ugochi is Juliana Ogechi Onyenani.

Juliana Ogechi Onyenani is a London-based storyteller, writer, and producer of the "No Shame In My Name" podcast, documenting the stories and meanings behind names. She is curious about people, and the humanity in their complex characters, which ultimately stems from their complex yet beautiful stories.

Juliana currently resides on the outskirts of London.

Juliana shares her insights based on the various people she has hosted on her podcast from around the globe. She discusses her interest in exploring the stories behind the naming of businesses and establishments.

Join us for this captivating episode as we journey across cultures, exploring the influence and importance of names in our world.

You listen to the "No Shame in My Name" podcast on any major podcast platform.

You can reach Juliana via the following platforms:

Instagram - @noshameinmynamepod

Email - [email protected]

I had the pleasure of being a guest on Juliana's podcast. If you want to listen to that episode, you can do so here.

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In today's episode on the podcast, Ugochi talks to Sandra Obinna.

Sandra is the Founder of Ispire Catering in Maryland. Ispire Catering and Events is a premier family-owned catering and event decorating company serving the DMV (D.C., Maryland, and Virginia) area.

Ispire provides catering services, event decoration, and more for weddings, birthdays, other special occasions, and corporate events, focused on presenting the best service to achieve the highest customer satisfaction.

Sandra has taken a non-traditional path to success, and we discuss her philosophy on success and determination. Her grit and tenacity are admirable, and this chat is full of powerful nuggets.

To contact Sandra, she is available via the following platforms:

Instagram: @ispireevents

Facebook: @ispireevents

Twitter: @ispireevents

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.ispirecateringandevents.com

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According to Wikipedia, The angry black woman stereotype is a racial trope in American society and media that portrays Black women as inherently ill-mannered and ill-tempered.

In this episode, Ugochi discusses this stereotype and the widespread effects of this myth, not only on black women's careers and perception of leadership capabilities but also on their mental health outcomes.

Here are the articles that Ugochi referenced on the show:

1. The Angry Black Woman: the impact of pejorative stereotypes on Psychotherapy with Black Women
2. Serena Williams and the trope of the 'angry black woman.'
3. The "Angry Black Woman" Stereotype at Work

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In today's episode, I am talking to the phenomenal Nene Akintan.

Nene Judy Akintan is a Wife, Mother, Entrepreneur, Mentor, Speaker, Author, Realtor, Advocate, and, more importantly, God's Unique Creation.

Nene grew up in a family of hard-working folks. Her parents were born into poverty but became successful in their careers through hard work, ambition, and a spirit of excellence. Nene imbibed these qualities and works for her clients with that same tenacity, spirit of excellence, and appreciation of the emotional component of buying or selling a home.

With a BSc, MBA & MSc, and the Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) and Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designations, Nene has excelled in multiple fields throughout her career.

She owns Oakville Living With Nene, a real estate business, and co-runs the non-profit foundation I AM. I CAN. I WILL, with her adult children Temi, Tife, and her niece Olympia.

Nene's dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion in the business community is reflected in her position as the Vice Chair of the Canadian Black Chamber Of Commerce.

Her guiding philosophy, Honesty. Integrity. Tenacity. (H.I.T.), has served as the foundation of her success as a Banker, Consultant, Entrepreneur, Volunteer, and Realtor.

In this episode, we discuss tenacity, being open to feedback, and operating from a place of excellence. Nene shares her experiences and how to overcome challenges and be successful as a realtor.

To learn more about Nene, visit her website at https://www.oakvillelivingwithnene.com/

You can follow her on Instagram at @oakvillelivingwithnene

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Today on the FIERCE Mothers podcast, I discuss goal setting. I talk about the importance of clearly defining what you want to achieve and breaking it down into smaller, manageable steps that can be measured and tracked.

Goal setting is a powerful technique that can help individuals achieve success in their personal and professional lives. Setting goals provides direction and focus, keeps individuals motivated, and allows them to measure their progress.

In this episode, I talk about the SMART method for achieving goals. Whether you're looking to set personal or professional goals, the strategies and insights shared in the episode can help you to clarify your vision, stay on track, and achieve your desired outcomes.

Here are the resources that I referred to during this episode:

1. SMART Goals
2. Doran, G. T. (1981). There's a S.M.A.R.T. Way to Write Management's Goals and Objectives. Management Review, 70, 35-36.
3. The Eisenhower Box
4. Stephen Covey – Four Quadrants
5. Goal Setting: A Scientific Guide to Setting and Achieving Goals

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In this FIERCE Mothers Solo Session, Ugochi speaks with Oonah Jaja-Wachuku. Oonah is an educator, researcher, writer, and lifelong learner, a maverick person with collaborating dualities. She has multiple interests and pastimes. Her overarching aim is to bring positive and lasting change to the world, one person at a time. Today, we talk about women rebelling against the norm and how everyone has a part to play in God's story. As an educator, Oonah discussed how her crucial driver is to be a skilled enabler because that's what a teacher is, an enabler of people's dreams. We discussed what made Oonah decide to write her first book, and she explained how one should not shrink back because the world needs to hear what you have inside of you, even if it's one impacted person. Oonah's book, Girls and Women in the Bible, is available on Amazon. Oonah can be reached on Instagram at @oonahbutterfly. She can also be reached on Facebook at her page, also @oonahbutterfly.

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Leadership is the art of inspiring and motivating a group to achieve a common goal. Effective leadership requires communication, decision-making, empathy, and vision. A good leader can inspire people to do their best work and help a team reach its full potential.

There are many different leadership styles, and what works best for one person or situation may not work for another.

Leadership isn't limited to politicians and C-suite executives. Anyone with a sphere of influence, whether family, friends, colleagues, or peers, is a leader.

In this FIERCE Mothers Solo Session, Ugochi speaks candidly from her perspective about what leadership is, what it isn't, and how to root your leadership in your core values. Using stories from her own life, Ugochi shares some of the leadership lessons she's learned and what qualities and characteristics have shaped her approach to leadership.

Resources:

Ten expert-recommended resources for honing your leadership skills

50 Great Leadership Development Resources for Self-directed Learning

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