Everyday Leadership

Sope Agbelusi
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Everyday Leadership is a podcast that explores the leadership experiences of real people and how they lead from the inside out, not just the outside in. Hosted by Sope Agbelusi, exec coach and Founder of Mindsetshift, the show provides an in-depth look at each guest's personal and professional journeys, exploring their origin story, successes, failures, faith and unique perspectives on leadership. Whether entrepreneurs, parents, CEOs, pastors, investors, business leaders, or everyday individuals, each guest provides an authentic, unrehearsed account of their leadership experiences. Through open and honest conversations, listeners will gain new insights into what leadership truly means and how it can be practically applied to their lives. Join Sope Agbelusi on Everyday Leadership as he goes in deep and keeps it real with today's most inspiring leaders.

  1. Inside the Mind of a Formula One Leader: Trust, Tension, and Teamwork with Seb Sheppard

    5D AGO

    Inside the Mind of a Formula One Leader: Trust, Tension, and Teamwork with Seb Sheppard

    What does calm look like when everything is on fire? Seb Sheppard has lived leadership at every level — from flying Sea King helicopters in the Royal Navy to leading over 150 engineers at Alpine Formula 1, where milliseconds decide success or failure. In this episode of Everyday Leadership, Seb joins Sope Agbelusi to explore what it really means to lead under pressure. He shares the unseen side of Formula 1, the discipline he learned in the military, and the mindset that keeps teams composed when chaos hits. If you’ve ever faced high stakes, tight deadlines, or the weight of responsibility, this conversation will challenge how you think about control, composure, and courage.

  2. The Courage to Evolve: Why What Got You Here Won’t Get You There

    NOV 4

    The Courage to Evolve: Why What Got You Here Won’t Get You There

    We often talk about growth like it’s a finish line, something to achieve or complete. But real growth never ends. You don’t arrive. You evolve. In this episode, Sope Agbelusi explores why the very version of you that brought success may be the same one holding you back. Through stories from marriage, neuroscience, and leadership, he reveals how to unlearn what no longer serves you and make space for who you’re becoming. From the transformation of Howard Schultz at Starbucks to the metaphor of the cocoon, this conversation challenges you to rethink success, identity, and the meaning of evolution. Because what got you here won’t get you there, and that’s not a warning. It’s an invitation. You’ll learn: Why growth is a lifelong process, not a destination How to evolve without abandoning your past success The neuroscience behind resistance to change Why unlearning is essential for authentic leadership Perfect for: Leaders, founders, and ambitious professionals who are ready to evolve, not just achieve. Quote from the episode: “Metamorphosis looks like dying before it looks like flying. Most people quit in the cocoon.”

  3. Burn Bright, Burn Out: The Hidden Cost of High Performance with Tolulope Oke

    OCT 29

    Burn Bright, Burn Out: The Hidden Cost of High Performance with Tolulope Oke

    Tolulope Oke's journey is a masterclass in courage, intentionality, and backing yourself when the world tells you to settle. From being the only Black woman at Cambridge's oldest college to becoming a Global Head of Inclusion at Amazon and now CEO of The Inclusive Experience Group, Tolu shares the raw truth about what it takes to lead while Black in corporate spaces that weren't built for you. This conversation unpacks the real cost of excellence, why imposter syndrome is a scam designed to keep women doubting themselves, and how she learned to negotiate like a white man while staying true to her purpose. Tonulope opens up about the cycles of burnout, the disillusionment with DEI work, and why she still chooses to do this work despite everything. 🎙 In this episode: Growing up as a quadruplet and finding identity outside of being "one of four" The moment at Cambridge when she was referred to as "that Black girl" - and what she did about it Why your 70% might be someone else's 100% - and the dangerous trap that creates Walking away from roles on principle and demanding 40-50% pay rises The hidden cost of leading while Black: from self-abandonment to mental health Why "grateful for crumbs" mentality stops you from getting your bread How chaos creates opportunity to set order in the DEI space 💡 Key insights: "Life is a game based on how many cards you have in your hand. Some people are born with more cards, others with a full deck." "Imposter syndrome is a scam to keep women doubting themselves." "What would a white man do? Do that, but proceed with caution." "You're learning a new job and the job is learning you - give yourself grace." Connect with Tonulope Okay The Inclusive Experience Group LinkedIn Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories that will inspire you to live authentically and courageously. REACH OUT & CONNECT: 🌐 Website - https://mindsetshift.co.uk/ 💻 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sopeagbelusi/ 🎬 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sopeagbelusi/ 📖 100 Day Devotional - https://100daydevotional.com/ ✉️ Email: hello@mindsetshift.co.uk

  4. Why Your Past Doesn’t Define Your Future | Avril Grant on Transformation & Leadership

    OCT 14

    Why Your Past Doesn’t Define Your Future | Avril Grant on Transformation & Leadership

    Avril Grant’s story is one of audacity, healing, and radical self-belief. She shares how her experiences of racial violence and rejection became the roots of her life’s mission to empower others to rise above their circumstances and believe again in what’s possible. This conversation explores the intersection of pain and purpose, motherhood and leadership, survival and success. Avril opens up about how she found her calling, built her first empowerment programme from scratch, and took it into prisons where she continues to change lives today. 🎙 In this episode: The night Avril’s family faced racial violence and how it shaped her view of justice and resilienceBecoming a single mum at 19 and finding the courage to rebuildThe moment she left accountancy to follow her purposeWriting her first empowerment programme in two and a half hoursHow Avision grew from community halls to 36 prisons across the UKWhat true rehabilitation and leadership really look likeWhy we’re all capable of transformation no matter our past💡 Key insight: “Your past doesn’t define your future your mindset does.” “Purpose often hides inside your pain.” “People are not their conviction. Their behaviour isn’t their identity.” Connect with Avril WebsiteInstagram LinkedlnEmail - avril@a-vision.co.uk Connect with Sope Website | Youtube | Instagram | LinkedInDid you find this helpful? If you like this episode, please leave a review or share it with someone who could benefit from listening.    We’re always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts, send us an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.uk

    1h 12m
  5. Vanessa Sanyauke: From Vision Boards to Breaking Barriers in Leadership

    SEP 30

    Vanessa Sanyauke: From Vision Boards to Breaking Barriers in Leadership

    In this conversation with award-winning entrepreneur and founder Vanessa Sanyauke, we explore the highs and lows of building a career and movement that changes lives. You’ll hear: How an 8-year-old Vanessa found inspiration in Oprah.The story of how a recruiter told her she wasn’t good enough yet she landed her dream role at Standard Chartered through vision boarding and persistence.The emotional toll of building Girls Talk London and why success often hides unseen struggles.Why virality doesn’t equal value, and what really builds long-term influence.How Vanessa shifted from perfectionism to consistency to relaunch her podcast and brand.Her honest reflections on burnout, rest, and redefining what leadership means.About Vanessa Sanyauke Vanessa is the founder and CEO of Girls Talk London, operating across 37 countries and connecting over 60,000 women to global industries. She has been recognised as one of the most inspiring women in the UK, featured in The Guardian, Financial Times, and as a visiting lecturer at the London School of Economics. Connect with Vanessa: LinkedInGirls Talk LondonThe Hill App Connect with Sope Website | Youtube | Instagram | LinkedInDid you find this helpful? If you like this episode, please leave a review or share it with someone who could benefit from listening.    We’re always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts, send us an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.uk

    58 min
  6. Why Communication Is the Real Superpower with Chris Clark

    SEP 17

    Why Communication Is the Real Superpower with Chris Clark

    In this episode of Everyday Leadership, I sit down with Chris Clark, Founder & Managing Director of InHarmony Consulting Group. From being called a “young preacher” as a child, to leading culture at global giants like Google, ESPN, and Soho House, Chris’s story is a masterclass in communication, resilience, and intentional leadership. We talk about: Growing up between church sermons and basketball courts.Why structure transforms ERGs from event planners into culture shapers.The weight of leading through COVID at Soho House.Taking the leap from corporate into entrepreneurship.Redefining success as harmony, not balance.This conversation is for leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers who want practical insights on culture, resilience, and authentic leadership. Chris shows that leadership isn’t about titles or control — it’s about helping others achieve their own definition of success, and using communication as the bridge. Connect with Chris: LinkedIn Website Instagram  Email: chris@inharmonyconsulting.com Connect with Sope Website | Youtube | Instagram | LinkedInDid you find this helpful? If you like this episode, please leave a review or share it with someone who could benefit from listening.    We’re always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts, send us an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.uk

    1h 1m
  7. Less Is More with Sope Agbelusi

    SEP 9

    Less Is More with Sope Agbelusi

    We have been taught that the key to success is more. More meetings. More goals. More hustle. But neuroscience, psychology, and lived leadership experience all say the opposite: less is more. In this episode, I break down: The 5 biggest lies leaders believe about “more”10 powerful reasons why doing less leads to greater clarity, creativity, and influenceReal-world lessons from Warren Buffett, Serena Williams, Indra Nooyi, Steve Jobs, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and African proverbsHow scripture reminds us of the power of stillness, focus, and legacyIf you are a busy executive, founder, or a leader navigating complexity, this conversation will challenge the way you think about productivity and impact. Because leadership is not about doing everything. It is about doing the right things, deeply, consistently, and with conviction. Connect with Sope Website | Youtube | Instagram | LinkedInDid you find this helpful? If you like this episode, please leave a review or share it with someone who could benefit from listening.    We’re always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts, send us an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.uk

    10 min
  8. Rest Is Not a Reward. It's a Requirement with Sope Agbelusi

    JUL 22

    Rest Is Not a Reward. It's a Requirement with Sope Agbelusi

    You’ve been taught to outwork it. To push through. To earn rest. But what if rest isn’t the reward — what if it’s the strategy? In this solo episode, I share a deeply personal story of almost burning. I also discuss how I ignored the warning signs, pursued clarity through effort, and what ultimately led me to stop. We dive into: The hidden cost of overperformanceWhy your best thinking happens when you're doing nothingThe neuroscience of rest and the default mode networkHow leaders like Bill Gates and Tricia Hersey reframe rest as powerWhat happened when a founder I coached took her first weekend off in over a yearThis episode is a call to pause. Not because you're weak. But because you're wise enough to lead differently. Plus, I share why I’m taking a short break from the podcast — and why maybe, you should too. Connect with Sope Website | Youtube | Instagram | LinkedInDid you find this helpful? If you like this episode, please leave a review or share it with someone who could benefit from listening.    We’re always keen to get feedback so if you have any thoughts, send us an email at hello@mindsetshift.co.uk

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Everyday Leadership is a podcast that explores the leadership experiences of real people and how they lead from the inside out, not just the outside in. Hosted by Sope Agbelusi, exec coach and Founder of Mindsetshift, the show provides an in-depth look at each guest's personal and professional journeys, exploring their origin story, successes, failures, faith and unique perspectives on leadership. Whether entrepreneurs, parents, CEOs, pastors, investors, business leaders, or everyday individuals, each guest provides an authentic, unrehearsed account of their leadership experiences. Through open and honest conversations, listeners will gain new insights into what leadership truly means and how it can be practically applied to their lives. Join Sope Agbelusi on Everyday Leadership as he goes in deep and keeps it real with today's most inspiring leaders.

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  • Creator
    Sope Agbelusi
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    239
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    © 2020 - 2023 Everyday Leadership
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