Coffee with Kofi

Kofi Kyei
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As an Executive Coach my purpose is to Empower and Elevate leaders in their pursuit of Excellence. I provide a safe space for deeper self-reflection and exploration, that contributes to closer connection to your purpose. This channel shares the journeys of leaders from around the world who have answered "the call" to pivot on purpose. By using their unique talents they have found meaningful connection to their chosen paths. Tune in for insights and inspiration.

  1. 2 days ago

    She built a business, raised a family, and refused to choose. What it really takes to lead on your own terms. Ektaa Kumar.

    Did you know that most people who want to make a change know what they want but have no idea how to make it real? That gap between ambition and action is where dreams quietly die. In my latest conversation, I sat down with Ektaa Kumar, Managing Director of The Coworth Group, for an open, energising, and practical coffee. We discussed: * Your "why" is your most powerful business asset. Ektaa didn't build The Coworth Group for profit alone but to create an alternative that made leaving her children whilst working worthwhile. That purpose is what sustains her on the hardest days. * The juggle is real but it's manageable. Discipline, presence, and a rigid schedule aren't restrictions. They're the foundations that make ambition and family coexist. * A strategic pivot can change everything. The Coworth Group has evolved from solely being an Executive Search firm to offering a broader People Advisory service. * Feeling stuck? Ektaa's 5-pillar framework offers a practical roadmap for change. Ektaa is building a business, raising a family, and refusing to choose between the two. This episode is for anyone who has ever been told they can't have it their own way. Episode resources: Ektaa Kumar: www.linkedin.com/in/ektaa-kumar-8b499797 The Coworth Group: www.coworth-group.com Chay Executive Coaching: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com #CoffeeWithKofi #PivotOnPurpose #ExecutiveCoaching #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #WorkingMothers #CareerPivot #PersonalDevelopment #WomenInBusiness #FindYourWhy #GrowthMindset

    1hr 11min

  2. 29 Jun

    He Left a 20-Year Career to Build This... The Self-Awareness Secret Great Leaders Share . Jan Skroud

    Did you know that 95% of professionals believe they are self-aware, but only 10 to 15% actually are? That gap is costly, and sitting at the heart of disengagement, poor leadership, and unfulfilled potential in workplaces around the world. In this episode of Coffee with Kofi, I sit down with Jan Skroud, Award-winning Founder of iNOMEE and a true pioneer in the world of Learning & Development, for a conversation that is truly inspiring. Jan's journey is a remarkable one. After more than two decades leading high-performing teams across the global hospitality industry, he made a courageous pivot, leaving behind a successful corporate career to build something that addresses one of leadership's most overlooked challenges: the self-awareness gap. Together we explore: Why self-awareness is the missing ingredient in most leadership development programmes, AND what it actually takes to close the gap for goodHow iNOMEE goes beyond the "do and delete" assessment culture to create lasting, accountable change that remains long after the training room empties What great leadership really means and how understanding your impact on others is the foundation of every high-performing teamThe practical career advice Jan wishes more people would hear: how a simple "no-constraints" analysis of your ideal role can cut through the fog of dissatisfaction and give you a clear roadmap forwardThe power of DiSC as a tool for building genuine self-knowledge and why leaning into the unknown is where real growth beginsWhether you're a seasoned leader, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone quietly wondering if there's a better version of your professional life waiting for you, this episode will leave you with both the mindset shift and the practical tools to take your next step. Episode resources: Jan Skroud: www.linkedin.com/in/janskroud iNomee: www.inomee.com Chay Executive Coaching: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com #CoffeeWithKofi #Leadership #SelfAwareness #DiSC #iNOMEE #Entrepreneurship #PersonalDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #CareerGrowth #PivotOnPurpose

    48 min

  3. 28 May

    He Quit School at 16… Then This Happened with Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker.

    Espresso with Kofi featuring Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker. A non-traditional education path can still lead to leadership, business and purpose. #careerchange #motivation #CoffeeWithKofi

    1 min

  4. 28 May

    Lazy? Or Just Built to Innovate? With Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker.

    Espresso with Kofi featuring Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker. What people call “lazy” might actually be the instinct to find better systems. #entrepreneurship #mindset #CoffeewithKofi

    4 min

  5. 28 May

    Why Leadership Isn’t Being the Star Player with Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker.

    Espresso with Kofi featuring Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker. The best leaders don’t need the spotlight...they make the people around them better. #leadership #rugby #CoffeewithKofi

    1 min

  6. 28 May

    CEO Imposter Syndrome Is Real with Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker.

    Espresso with Kofi featuring Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker. The honest truth about becoming CEO. Sometimes the job is just doing what nobody else will. #leadership #startup #CoffeeWithKofi

    1 min

  7. 21 May

    When you lean into your values and your path reveals itself with Sharniya Ferdinand.

    Today, I am deeply delighted to share a coffee with someone whose journey is purposeful and inspiring. Sharniya Ferdinand is the Strategic Partnership Inclusion Lead for the NatWest Accelerator. Multi-talented, Sharniya not only leads on Strategic Partnerships, but is a conference facilitator, public speaker, Rising Star award winner, and passionate advocate for global majority aka ethnic minority business owners and diverse professionals! Sharniya is living, breathing proof that when you lean into your values, the path has a way of revealing itself. So grab your coffee, get comfortable… and let's sip into that inspiration! Key takeaways: Pivoted during further education: Sharniya switched degrees after finding the research-heavy BSc didn't align with her passion for bringing people together. Advocated for a New Role: Created her current position by advocating for support for the "global majority" (ethnic minorities), inspired by existing programs for female founders. Honesty Secured a Dream Job: Disclosed a pre-booked 2-month trip during an interview, which led the hiring manager to wait for her. Manages Multiple Passions with "Balance Over Time": Sharniya rejects "daily balance" as a fallacy, instead focusing intensely on different priorities (work, family, hobbies) over longer periods like a year. Episode resources: Sharniya Ferdinand: www.linkedin.com/in/sharniyaferdinandInstagram: @sharniyassingsta NatWest Accelerator: www.natwest.com/business/business-services/entrepreneur-accelerator.html Chay Executive Coaching: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com "Women in Leadership, Inspirational, Growth Mindset"

    54 min

  8. 14 May

    From major global corporations to migrant leadership mentoring with Elham Fardad.

    Today I am buzzing to share a coffee with a woman whose story is as captivating as it is inspirational! Elham, the Founder & CEO of Migrant Leaders, arrived in Birmingham at 13 years old as a war migrant from Iran. Navigating a new language, new schools, and a new life was no easy feat. Armed with belief and an extraordinary drive to succeed, Elham went on to build a 25-year career at the very top of global organisations including GE, News Corp and EY. Realising something was missing, Elham did something remarkable and made a “pivot on purpose”. In 2017 she walked away from the corporate world and founded Migrant Leaders, a charity that has since supported nearly 5,000 young people, with over 2,200 senior mentors from across the UK's leading firms. Elham's story is laden with gems of resourcefulness and resilience. Key Takeaways: Origin Story: Elham overcame early obstacles, including securing "home student" status for university via a 3-day protest at Birmingham City Council. Career Pivot: After a 25-year corporate career in finance (GE, News Corp, EY), Elham pivoted to launch Migrant Leaders in 2017. The catalyst was the Parker Review, which revealed only 1.3% of FTSE 100 directors were migrants, all from private schools. Migrant Leaders: A charity supporting c.5,000 young migrants with 2,200+ senior mentors operates with a core philosophy: success is a responsibility to family and community, not just a personal achievement. Elham's Philosophy: Success requires aligning the "heart and mind." The "how" is solvable; the "what" and "why" (the problem statement) are the critical starting points. Episode resources: Elham Fardad: www.linkedin.com/in/elhamfardad Migrant Leaders: www.migrantleaders.org.uk Chay Executive Coaching: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com "Women In Leadership, Migrant Leaders, Growth Mindset, Inspirational"

    1hr 3min
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As an Executive Coach my purpose is to Empower and Elevate leaders in their pursuit of Excellence. I provide a safe space for deeper self-reflection and exploration, that contributes to closer connection to your purpose. This channel shares the journeys of leaders from around the world who have answered "the call" to pivot on purpose. By using their unique talents they have found meaningful connection to their chosen paths. Tune in for insights and inspiration.

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  • Creator
    Kofi Kyei
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kofi Kyei
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