Develop Your A-Game

After a brief hiatus, we are back with a bang for Season 3. In this episode, I’m joined by Abi Kamson , Founder of Kibainvests, an organisation which focuses on investment awareness and advocacy. She is also a civil engineer on a mission to encourage more women to pursue a a successful career in engineering as well as build a culture of financial investing. We discuss her pivot from engineering to investing and reasons why more women need to become financially empowered not just independent. Follow her Instagram channel @kibainvests for investment news and tutorials --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

What do you do when you are passionate about impacting lives of children and the society you live in does nothing much to support those in under privileged communities. You create the Makoko dream project of course. Makoko dream school is an educational NGO which provides free education for the children of Makoko. I had a great conversation with the self proclaimed prince of Makoko, Emmanuel Agunze. The ‘Small guy with a big God’ - A highly accomplished youth impact leader, 2018 Mandela Washington fellow. He’s determined to change the lives through education. He is also obsessed with fitness and has a passion for people. We talk about everything from his work in education, his leadership aspirations and how he stays inspired. To connect with Emmanuel and support the work of his foundation reach out via social media @makokodream www.Makoko dream.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

In episode no 14 of season 2, I had a great chat with the very accomplished and inspiring Deborah. From her days at university where she studied architecture being one of a few women on the course to her recent appointment in January 2021 as acting CEO of UPDC a leading property development company in Nigeria, Deborah always had success in her sights. She talks about her faith as one of the driving forces in her life. We also touch on the importance of mentors to help your career, the psychology of leadership, challenges faced as a female boss, why we need to encourage more women to invest in real estate. We also discuss how she stays inspired and the power of vision boarding. It was a really jam packed episode full of nuggets. Apologies for the background noise heard in this episode. To connect with Deborah in social media her Instagram handle is @deborahomeruah. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

Meet the creative genius behind 23419, Nigeria’s first true crime podcast. I enjoy a very interesting conversation with this talented lady and visionary behind Raconteur productions , which produced August Meeting a feminist historical play based on a true story about the Aba womens uprising against the colonial rulers in Nigeria. We talk about the creative industry, storytelling, film making , nollywood and podcasting. Each 23419 podcast episode is riveting and well produced complete with sound effects for your audio pleasure. Chioma explains her passion for film making and what led her to start the podcast. There is a true story of corruption behind the 23419 podcast. It retells the largest bank heist of a South American financial institution by Nigerian fraudsters which happened in the 90s. The stunning podcast retells the story of what really happened and how she brought the production to life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

‘Too blessed to be stressed’ 23 year old Paolo is the man of the moment , courted heavily by international sports media, and the current rising star on the English rugby scene. Coventry born Paolo, has a rich multicultural heritage and is described as ‘dangerous’ on the pitch. Describes himself as a chilled, easy going person comfortable in his own skin and very determined and focused. He shares how he opted for rugby at school because football wasn’t available which ignited an unexpected , passion for the sport. He shares how he learnt self-discipline from a young age, how the support of his parents helped him pursue his passion and his desire to explore and connect with his Nigerian heritage. Connect with Paolo via Twitter and Instagram @paolife_ and support his team thé leicester wasps. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

Speaking with Victor Ihesie, a young microbiologist and a wellness practitioner was so engaging as well as fun. He has a wide head on his young shoulders. He expertly guides the listeners about the importance of practicing holistic health - that is , natural health and healing for the mind, body and soul. He shares how he was fortunate to be born into a family that practices natural medicine and wellness but also appreciates the struggles to fuse a fully natural lifestyle with a modern one. We hope this conversation gives you as much energy, encouragement and inspiration as it did for me. You can reach Victor via his Instagram page @ihesie_naturalhealth and twitter. Www.Ihesie natural health.com Email: ihesievictor1991@gmail.com. Cheers to a happy and healthy year ahead. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

Its New Year’s Eve 2020. Well done for making it this far. It was truly an extraordinary year, one we won’t forget in a hurry. There were many wins but also many devastating losses. Nonetheless you should feel proud for making it this far. You are a trooper. We are carrying an attitude of gratitude into 2021. This episode will teach you about vision boarding and goal setting. To accompany this episode download the free goal setting worksheet from the site www.developyouragame.com/so-content/uploads/2020/12/DYAG-2021-year-worksheet.pdf --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

Show notes Hello listeners, first of all a very merry Christmas to you. It’s my first solo episode in a long while. How have you all been. I am really excited to announce the launch of my first personal writings , an ebook called 40 lessons I learnt by 40. It’s available now on Amazon Kindle for international readers and Okadabooks for readers in Nigeria and Africa. I present my book review highlighting the five parts of the ebook . The book covers my perspectives in parenting, faith, career & business , life and it also features 40 affirmations for success. The episode also covers tips on the writing process, self-publishing and how to buy the book. 50% of the proceeds will go towards the Makoko Dream school a charity which supports bright children from Makoko community with a free primary education and free meals. Learn more about the project here www.Makoko dream.org.ng --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

This week I am joined by a top professional master brand builder Atinuke Babatunde. The brains behind BrandFusions, a household name in brand development and brand strategy in Nigeria. She is a seasoned public speaker and a business consultant. She is also a mentor in the Cherie Blair Foundation for women, WIMBIZ and Lighthouse Women’s network. We discuss the importance of personal branding , how to build your inner confidence, the art of selling yourself (tastefully) and more. To connect with Atinuke by email Atinuke.babatunde@gmail.com Instagram @brandfusions Twitter @brandfusions --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

In this episode, I have a lively discussion with Dr Ebi Ofrey, a medical doctor and CEO of GeroCare Solutions Ltd, a company which is pioneering medical inclusion by leveraging technology to provide access to medical care for the elderly. He explains how he co-founded the business venture and the journey since then. Gerocare has won several awards and was selected as one of top 50 business innovations in Africa, by the W.H.O , top 20 social impact businesses excited at the Slush Global Impact Showcase in Helsinki, Finland. He got started the business due to a bad personal experience, when his father suffered 2 strokes in one year and he wasn’t around to support him. He also explains the iterations that he and his cofounders went through to design the business processes and flows. He has a passion for starting and growing business asides from being a MD. He also shares some secrets of how to make a successful pitch as he has won several awards and grants for the business. Gerocare is a thriving business serving thousands of patients across locations in different parts of Nigeria leveraging on technology. Dr Ofrey is also a seasoned public speaker, a member of Toastmasters International and a blue ocean strategy consultant. To connect with him email: e.ofrey@gerocare.com Facebook: Ebinabo Ofrey Twitter & Instagram: @gerocare_dr LinkedIn: Ebi Ofrey --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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 Beverley@onyejianya.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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 falade@fotefapartners.com Instagram @dmediationlawywrist twitter @mediationlawng --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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:majeayida@gmail.com #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: beverley@onyejianya.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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. Beverley@onyejianya.com twitter @maxxyb --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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 beverley@onyejianya.com. Twitter is @maxxyb . --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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 beverley@onyejianya.com ... until September stay safe and safe blessed. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message

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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/develop-a-game-with-bev/message