My Career Lab Podcast

Femi Akinyemi
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Career Labs Podcast with Femi Akinyemi helps ambitious professionals grow, lead, and thrive in a changing world. Each week, Career Coach, Change Leader, and Leadership Consultant Femi Akinyemi breaks down the mindset shifts, leadership principles, and practical strategies you need to build confidence, navigate change, and unlock meaningful career growth. From imposter syndrome and executive presence to reinvention, influence, and future-ready skills, every episode gives you tools you can use immediately — no fluff, no jargon, just real insights for real progress. Whether you're rebuilding momentum, aiming for your next promotion, or simply trying to become a more impactful leader, this is your weekly lab for turning ambition into action. 🎯 Topics: career development, leadership, mindset, influence, confidence, change management, AI & the future of work, communication, reinvention.

  1. 1D AGO

    8 Career Lessons I Learned the Hard Way

    Give us feedback,suggestion or make a request Careers don’t just build CVs — they build identity. In this reflective episode of the Career Labs Podcast, I share eight of the most important lessons I’ve learned throughout my career — not from success, but from difficult experiences, tough environments, and moments that forced me to grow. From humble beginnings to toxic workplaces, great managers and destructive ones, each chapter of a career shapes how we see ourselves, how we work with others, and the kind of professional we become. In this episode we explore lessons about: • Why you should never despise humble beginnings  • How managers can shape your self-confidence  • Why prestigious jobs can hide toxic cultures  • The danger of unclear roles and identity confusion  • Trusting your early signals about workplace culture  • How to build a reputation that makes you valuable  • Why adaptability is one of the most underrated career skills  • How high-performing leaders raise your standards If you’re mid-career or reflecting on your professional journey, this episode will help you think differently about the environments you choose, the leaders you follow, and the identity you build through your work. Because the biggest risk in a career isn’t failure — it’s misalignment. Listen now and take a moment to reflect on your own career journey. This episode is sponsored by MyCareerLabs Support the show

    28 min

  2. JAN 22

    From “I’m Lost” To Defining What Matters Now

    Give us feedback,suggestion or make a request We challenge the idea that mid-career professionals are lost and show how clarity, not confidence or effort, unlocks better decisions. We share questions that update your goals, filter noise, and turn risk into intentional choices. • difference between lost and unclear • why modern careers are non-linear and flatter • how proximity distorts perspective • updating definitions of success and trade-offs • distinguishing boredom from misalignment and fear from caution • questions to reveal what matters now • clarity as a filter for options and energy Subscribe by clicking on and leave some positive feedback for us Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcast, but also share it with someone who you think needs to come on this journey because we are going somewhere with this and we're building brick by brick Support the show

    11 min

  3. JAN 15

    Why Most Careers Stall — And Why Hard Work Isn’t the Problem

    Give us feedback,suggestion or make a request Why Most Careers Stall — And Why Hard Work Isn’t the Problem You’re busy. You’re capable. You’re doing what’s expected of you.  So why does your career still feel… stuck? In this opening episode of the Career Labs Podcast, Femi Akinyemi explores a quiet but common mid-career experience: working hard without feeling like you’re moving forward. This episode isn’t about motivation or hustle. It’s about clarity. You’ll learn: Why hard work alone no longer guarantees progressWhy feeling uncertain at this stage of your career is rational — not a failureHow outdated career rules keep capable professionals stuckWhy clarity, not confidence, is the real turning pointIf you’ve ever felt busy but misaligned, cautious but restless, or successful on paper yet quietly questioning “Is this it?” — this episode will put language to what you’ve been feeling. This is the first step in moving from stuck to strategic. 🎧 New episodes weekly on the Career Labs Podcast. Support the show

    16 min

  4. JAN 8 · BONUS

    Why You Unleashed is changing to MyCareerLab Podcast

    Give us feedback,suggestion or make a request We announce our rebrand to Career Labs and explain how a tighter focus on career growth and leadership will deliver more structure, strategy, and real tools. The voice and heart stay the same while we unify the podcast with coaching, courses, and our newsletter. • reasons for the rebrand and unified identity • difference between motivation and actionable strategy • career as purpose delivery and income engine • everyday leadership across work, home and community • navigating AI, volatility and multi‑generational teams • what stays the same: voice, honesty, storytelling • what changes: focused themes and series structure • one ecosystem across podcast, newsletter and courses • commitment to frameworks, tools and weekly application • invitation for listener questions to shape topics Stay subscribed. Share this episode with someone who needs inspiration, clarity or direction in their career. Message me: What is the one topic you want me to cover in Career Labs podcast? Support the show

    13 min

  5. 11/09/2025

    Why I Pressed Pause — and What It Taught Me About Momentum

    Give us feedback,suggestion or make a request After months away from the mic, Femi returns with an honest conversation about losing momentum, rediscovering focus, and rebuilding from a low period. In this raw and reflective episode, he opens up about what really happened during the break — chasing too many priorities, neglecting small wins, and learning the hard way that curiosity without focus can kill consistency. If you’ve ever fallen off track, lost motivation, or struggled to find your rhythm again, this episode is for you.  You’ll learn how to restart with clarity, rebuild confidence one small win at a time, and turn stillness into strength. Because sometimes, showing up again is the biggest win of all. 🎯 In this episode, you’ll discover: Why momentum fades quietly — and how to rebuild it.How to focus on what truly matters when life gets noisy.The hidden power of small wins and quiet consistency.Why every comeback starts with a single step.💬 Share your comeback story: connect with Femi on LinkedIn or Instagram using #YouUnleashed. Support the show

    20 min

  6. 01/20/2025

    How to go from Overthinking into Action

    Give us feedback,suggestion or make a request The episode tackles the pervasive issue of inaction and offers practical strategies to overcome it. Listeners discover the root causes of inaction, including fear, perfectionism, and overwhelming goals, and learn three hacks to take action and achieve their dreams—starting small, focusing on progress, and creating accountability.  • Discusses the prevalence of overthinking and inaction  • Explores root causes: fear of failure, perfectionism, overwhelming goals  • Outlines the impacts of inaction: missed opportunities and wasted time  • Introduces three actionable hacks: starting small, focusing on progress, creating accountability  • Encourages listeners to take one small actionable step towards their goals  Take actionable steps to break the cycle of inaction by finding a coach or mentor. Support the show

    17 min

  7. 01/12/2025

    Unlocking Courage: How to Overcome Fear to Achieve Your Dreams

    Give us feedback,suggestion or make a request Fear can be a heavy barrier to achieving your goals, and most people may not even realize it's what’s holding them back. By naming fears, taking small steps, and reframing failure as opportunity, you can unlock your potential and move forward. • Identifying fear as the core reason for hesitation  • Acknowledging the dual nature of fear: fear of failure and success  • Naming your fears to gain control  • Taking small, manageable steps to build confidence  • Reframing failure as feedback for growth  • Practical steps to harness fear into motivation  • Encouragement to seek coaching for personal development Support the show

    15 min

  8. 01/05/2025

    New Year, New You : How to build better habits and achieve lasting change in 2025

    Give us feedback,suggestion or make a request This episode explores the reasons behind the high failure rate of New Year resolutions and provides actionable advice for making sustainable changes. By focusing on clarity, identity alignment, and small, consistent steps, listeners can transform their approach to personal growth. • Exploration of common pitfalls in resolutions  • Importance of clarity and specificity in goals  • Role of motivation and cognitive load in achieving change  • Strategies for building sustainable habits  • Aligning actions with identity for success  • Emphasis on consistency in the journey towards goals  • Learning to eliminate distractions for deeper work  • Connecting goals to purpose for greater drive  • Encouragement to reflect on one habit to change  • Call to leverage coaching support for personal growth This episode is sponsored by MyCareerLabs Support the show

    26 min
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Career Labs Podcast with Femi Akinyemi helps ambitious professionals grow, lead, and thrive in a changing world. Each week, Career Coach, Change Leader, and Leadership Consultant Femi Akinyemi breaks down the mindset shifts, leadership principles, and practical strategies you need to build confidence, navigate change, and unlock meaningful career growth. From imposter syndrome and executive presence to reinvention, influence, and future-ready skills, every episode gives you tools you can use immediately — no fluff, no jargon, just real insights for real progress. Whether you're rebuilding momentum, aiming for your next promotion, or simply trying to become a more impactful leader, this is your weekly lab for turning ambition into action. 🎯 Topics: career development, leadership, mindset, influence, confidence, change management, AI & the future of work, communication, reinvention.

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  • Creator
    Femi Akinyemi
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 My Career Lab Podcast
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    My Career Lab Podcast