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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. Jul 13

    100 Rejections, 1 Mission: How Kevin Osei Built Bridging Barriers.

    He was rejected over 100 times. Then he built an award-winning charity that's now partnered with Microsoft, NatWest, Universal Music Group and Snapchat. In this episode of Coffee with Kofi, I sit down with Kevin Osei, founder of Bridging Barriers, British Empire Medal recipient, and Global Top 40 Under 40 Most Influential People of African Descent, for a conversation that's close to my heart. I've had the privilege of hosting Bridging Barriers' 5th anniversary and mentoring within the community Kevin has built, so trust me when I say the organisation's impact on young people is special. In our conversation we cover: * The founding story: how Kevin realised the real barrier for young people wasn't talent, but access, guidance and networks. That reframe led him to launch Bridging Barriers at just 21, in the middle of a global pandemic. * The growth strategy: why Bridging Barriers chooses quality over quantity, on its road to supporting 1 million young people. * The sustainability lesson: how Kevin protects his own longevity to avoid burnout while scaling up the organisation's impact. * The ask: why Bridging Barriers' next chapter depends on finding multi-year corporate partners to help launch their innovative "Career Compass" and scale a model that already works. If you care about social mobility, inclusive early careers pathways, or what purpose-driven leadership actually looks like under pressure this conversation is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on career pivots, leadership and purpose-driven work. Episode resources: Kevin Osei BEM: www.linkedin.com/in/kevinosei Bridging Barriers: www.bridgingbarriers.co.uk To explore coaching that unlocks your potential visit: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com#CoffeeWithKofi #BridgingBarriers #SocialMobility #InclusiveLeadership #EarlyCareers #PurposeDrivenLeadership

  2. Jul 7

    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. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on career pivots, leadership and purpose-driven work. Episode resources: Ektaa Kumar: www.linkedin.com/in/ektaa-kumar-8b499797 The Coworth Group: www.coworth-group.com To explore coaching that unlocks your potential visit: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com#CoffeeWithKofi #PivotOnPurpose #ExecutiveCoaching #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #WorkingMothers #CareerPivot #PersonalDevelopment #WomenInBusiness #FindYourWhy #GrowthMindset

  3. Jun 29

    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. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on career pivots, leadership and purpose-driven work. Episode resources: Jan Skroud: www.linkedin.com/in/janskroud iNomee: www.inomee.com To explore coaching that unlocks your potential visit: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com #CoffeeWithKofi #Leadership #SelfAwareness #DiSC #iNOMEE #Entrepreneurship #PersonalDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #CareerGrowth #PivotOnPurpose

  4. May 28

    He quit school at 16… then this happened with Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker.

    Taken from the Coffee with Kofi featuring Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker. In this short clip we hear how a non-traditional education path can still lead to leadership, business and purpose. Episode resources:Andrew Finn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewf1Blnker: www.blnker.com To explore coaching that unlocks your potential visit: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com #careerchange #motivation #CoffeeWithKofi

  5. May 28

    Lazy? Or just built to innovate? With Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker.

    Taken from the Coffee with Kofi featuring Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker. In this clip Andrew unpacks what people call “lazy” might actually be the instinct to find better systems. Episode resources: Andrew Finn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewf1 Blnker: www.blnker.com To explore coaching that unlocks your potential visit: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com #entrepreneurship #mindset #CoffeewithKofi

  6. May 28

    Why leadership isn’t being the star player with Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker.

    Taken from the Coffee with Kofi featuring Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker. In this clip Andrew shares his insight that the best leaders don’t need the spotlight...they make the people around them better. Episode resources: Andrew Finn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewf1 Blnker: www.blnker.com To explore coaching that unlocks your potential visit: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com #leadership #rugby #CoffeewithKofi

  7. May 28

    CEO imposter syndrome is real with Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker.

    Taken from the Coffee with Kofi featuring Andrew Finn, Co-founder of Blnker. In this clip Andrew shares the truth about becoming CEO. Sometimes the job is just doing what nobody else will. Episode resources: Andrew Finn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewf1 Blnker: www.blnker.com To explore coaching that unlocks your potential visit: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com #leadership #startup #CoffeeWithKofi

  8. May 21

    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 To explore coaching that unlocks your potential visit: www.chayexecutivecoaching.com "Women in Leadership, Inspirational, Growth Mindset"

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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
    74
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kofi Kyei
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