... In This Economy?

... In This Economy?

By Kim NyajekaSociety & Culture
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... In This Economy? episodes

  • Shooting Your Shot... In This Economy

    Join Host Kim Nyajeka and Michelle Moshibidi Mokone, Co-Founder for Mo's Crib, a South African homeware and decor manufacturing company. Mo's Crib is a passion project turned global brand started by two sisters, some savings and a dream to create beautiful, sustainable products created through impactful and ethical business practices.

     

    Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/Inthiseconomypodcast

    To find out more about Mo's Crib: https://moscrib.co.za/ 

    1 hr 10 min
  • Bootstrapping a Beauty Brand... In This Economy

    Featuring Vimbai Midzi, Founder of Deeper Beauty, a diversity focused skin care brand she founded after leaving the tech industry in Dubai. Kim and Midzi explore how Midzi pivoted into entrepreneurship and put everything on the line (her own money included) to create a product she truly believes in.  

     

    Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/Inthiseconomypodcast

    To find out more about Deeper Beauty: https://deeperbeauty.co

     

    1 hr 24 min
  • Turning a Corner

    Join Host Kim Nyajeka in a Solo Episode as she dusts off the mic and gets back into a new season of creating content, navigating adulthood and living in the current economic circumstances. 

     

    Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/Inthiseconomypodcast

    25 min
  • Navigating Motherhood and a Work-Life Balance... In This Economy

    This week, Host Kim Nyajeka sits down with Laurencia Mukuwe, a working mum of 3 climbing the corporate to talk about what it really means to balance ambition, identity, and motherhood. 

    They explore the realities of raising a family while building a career, the emotional weight of expectation, and how community and support make it possible to keep showing up.

    Laurencia opens up about losing and rediscovering herself through motherhood, the myth of “balance,” and the power of being looped in by the people who see you even when you feel invisible.

    Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/Inthiseconomypodcast

    47 min
  • Starting a Business ... In This Economy

     

    In this episode, Host Kim Nyajeka sits down with Gugu Siso, Founder and Managing Director of Thumeza, to explore what it takes to build and scale a business from Zimbabwe to the world.

    We talk about the realities of entrepreneurship, accessing networks and capital, and navigating uncertainty in an unpredictable economy.

    Gugu shares her lessons from building Thumeza from concept to execution, the importance of relationships and resilience, and the moment being looped in changed her business trajectory.

    Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/Inthiseconomypodcast

    1 hr 7 min
  • Building a Reputation... In This Economy

    In this Season 6 premiere of In This Economy, Host Kim Nyajeka sits down with Sharon Bwanya, founder of Red Couch Advisory, to unpack what it really means to authentically build a personal brand in today’s social landscape.

    We talk about perfectionism, vulnerability, and how showing up as your true self can open more doors than strategy alone.

    Sharon shares her journey of learning to balance polish with authenticity, the power of community, and the moment someone looping her in changed her trajectory.

    Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/Inthiseconomypodcast 

    1 hr 14 min
  • Getting Therapy ... In This Economy

    Trigger Warning: Anxiety and Depression

    Join Host Kim Nyajeka in this  solo episode, where she delves into the intricacies of mental health challenges and therapy amidst the economic hurdles many face in developing countries around the world Drawing from her personal experiences, Kim shares her journey with therapy, the battles of anxiety and self-esteem, and the impact of these struggles on her personal and professional life.

     

    For more information on mental health resources follow us on social media:

    Instagram: @inthiseconomypodcast

    X (Twitter): @KimNyajeka 

    Support the Podcast: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kimnyajeka?country.x=CH&locale.x=en_US 

     

     

    51 min
  • Proof of Concept... In This Economy

    Join Host Kim Nyajeka as she explores the practical application of a "proof of concept" in our everyday life. 

     

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    Instagram: @inthiseconomypodcast

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    Support the Podcast: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kimnyajeka?country.x=CH&locale.x=en_US 

    31 min
  • Mental Health... In This Economy (Part 2)

    TW: Self-harm, suicide, suicide ideation, depression and anxiety

    Listener discretion is advised.

    Join Host Kim Nyajeka and Sharon Kunaka as they explore how to manage aspects of mental health and well being. 

    Follow us on social media:

    Instagram: @inthiseconomypodcast

    X (Twitter): @KimNyajeka 

    Support the Podcast: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kimnyajeka?country.x=CH&locale.x=en_US 

    1 hr 19 min

About ... In This Economy?

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Join host Kim Nyajeka in exploring how the the current economic environment is impacting the everyday lives of young people around the world.