The Zest Podcast

The Zest Podcast

By Dahlia E. AkhaineBusinessMarketing
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The Zest Podcast episodes

  • This one self-care habit can effectively improve your communication

    Self-care habits can literally save your life. 

    I know it has saved me from mental breakdown more times than I can remember.

     When you think self-care, do you straightway think of bubble baths, wine and chocolates? Because I do too😎  

    But self-care is about the tiny habits we practice every day to help us feel better about ourselves, to take care of our mental and physical health, to love ourselves. While different self-care practices exist, such as mindfulness (@yanawellbeing is my go-to superhero for this) and positive affirmations, one of my personal favorites is JOURNALING.  

    My journal is like my very own love letter to myself, not only for the kind words but also to talk myself through everyday tosses and toils. And on days I really don't feel like writing, I draw out a few words like: "Things may be tough right now, but you're exactly where you need to be! On the path to greatness"✊  In today's episode on the Zest Pod, I share with you 3 unique ways that this tiny self-care habit has helped me communicate more with friends, family and even myself.  

    Do you journal? what other self-care practices make and shape you every day? Check out the link in my bio for the podcast and remember to share your thoughts.

    If you're looking to start journaling, here are some personal picks to get you started:

    1. Be a nice human

    2. Space cats mini journal
    3. Brain Art Sketch Pad
    4. United by diversity mini sketch pad
    5. We're all connected journal

    16 min
  • How changing the way we think can help us achieve work/ life balance

    What does it mean to have the right mindset towards accomplishing a goal or meeting up with a task?

    In my experience, it takes tremendous amount of courage to achieve what we've set out to, develop a lifestyle or build a system when we have the wrong mindset.

    In today's episode, let's walk-through the mindsets that I believe you need to be shifting to if you're someone who is constantly trying to find work/life balance.

    As always, I like to talk about real strategies that we can adopt in our lives to help in our everyday activities and it all starts with you.

    Are you ready to adopt the right mindsets for change?

    Let's get right into it.

    As always, happy listening and thank you so much.

    35 min
  • Improve your planning and preparation habits with these four (4) strategies

    Do you struggle with setting time out to plan and prepare?

    We all do! How often do you fall into the trap of thinking that you don't need to plan?

    Or do you set too little preparation time for yourself and still end up just being overwhelmed and upset?

    In today's episode, I share 4 helpful strategies that have helped shape my planning and preparation habits so I never have to struggle with "on the spot" pressure from work or otherwise.


    Planning truly is one of the most important factors to success in any venture, it cannot be overemphasized.

    What strategies do you use to ensure your day/week/month is well mapped out so you're ready for what lies ahead?

    Happy Listening!

    18 min
  • How to create a work system that works for you

    Hi Tribe!

    Welcome back to the Zest Podcast.

    In today's episode, I talk about five (5) top tips to creating a work system that works for you.


    If you are not familiar with the concept of creating systems, you may want to check out my IGTV video here


    If you are familiar with setting lifestyle systems, this video is for you.

    Do you want to create a system where you are regularly meeting up with your tasks and getting stuff done?

    Do you want to create a workplace environment where you are optimistic and looking forward to checking into work everyday?


    Then you need a solid workplace system tailored towards YOUR needs.

    Join the conversation to find out how little things like setting a work mood, setting boundaries and setting a customized work space can change the way you work.


    I look forward to your questions and comments.

    Thank you for listening.

    19 min
  • How to validate your passion project/ business idea


    Nobody likes unpleasant surprises, especially when it comes to business and succeeding online. We all want to play our part and do our best to ensure that when and if we launch our passion project, we do it with little to no errors or hitches on the way.

    In this podcast, I cover the necessary steps you need to take to validate your idea and start on the right track.
    1. Research, research, research: not only because you need as much information as possible before you launch, but also because research also helps you strengthen your understanding of what you want to start.

    2. Starting small: Because it's better to expand and grow, than to downsize or fold up.

    3. Get technical with the numbers: This is a part of business a lot of people run away from. But if you can get it right, you're on your way to a great start


    Please leave your a comment or question below if you have one.

    Let me know what you think of today's episode.

    Thank you for listening 

    25 min
  • Why passion isn't enough to launch a passion project

    It's the best feeling in the world once you have that idea that you can't wait to launch.

    Your passion project.

    A passion project is a product/ service you are passionate about offering because it naturally comes to you.

    But passion is not enough to do what you love and love what you do.

    Your passion project should be monetizable, add value to your target audience and even add value to you.

    In today's episode, I talk about the four key points/ questions you should ask yourself and think about when you have that million naira idea.

    Don't forget to leave a comment or question below.

    Thanks for listening.

    21 min

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