Join us for an insightful conversation with Charlynn Koranteng, a results-driven Diversity & Inclusion leader with extensive experience in the Financial Sector. As a passionate advocate for social mobility, Charlynn empowers her community through entrepreneurship workshops and supports early-career professionals through online platforms. Outside of work, you'll likely find Charlynn at a music gig in North or East London.

Key Talking Points:

1. From Inclusion to Awakening: Charlynn reflects on her upbringing in an inclusive East London community and the challenges she faced when confronted with a different environment in Essex for school.
2. Being the Support You Needed: Today, Charlynn endeavours to be the support system she lacked early in her career, helping others explore their skills and fostering inclusive environments.
3. Pivoting and Exploring Options: Discover Charlynn's journey of realising law wasn't her path after her first term of university, and gain insights into pivoting careers and exploring new opportunities.
4. Navigating Workplace Challenges: Delve into Charlynn's advice on surviving toxic workplaces, building support networks, managing calendar priorities, and thriving in challenging environments.
5. Keys to Inclusion and Growth: Explore the importance of mastering fundamentals, embracing discomfort, and leveraging data and personal stories to foster inclusion and career growth.

Don't miss this enriching conversation with Charlynn Koranteng on The Black Sherpa Podcast, where she shares invaluable insights on navigating career challenges and championing inclusivity in the workplace!
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Instagram: UpOnItCareers
LinkedIn: Charlynn Koranteng
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LinkedIn: Nyambe Sumbwanyambe
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Welcome to The Black Sherpa Podcast!

If you are from a disadvantaged background or marginalised community, personal growth and career progression is often subject to narratives and behaviours that make it even harder to succeed.

The Black Sherpa Podcast was created to help right these wrongs.

The show is hosted my Yam, a commercial leader with 15 years’ experience at one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical organisations. A father of two I hoping to play a part in creating the equitable, diverse and inclusive society he would like for his children, and others like them.

On the pod, he’ll be joined by successful and generous friends and colleagues. All willing to help you by paying forward lessons from good and bad times in their career. The experiences that have served them well in the long run.

Think of their advice like cheat codes to the corporate game of snakes and ladders.

The Black Sherpa Podcast launches this Autumn, when you can expect new episodes full of practical insights on your chosen podcast platform every Tuesday.

Please follow and review the Black Sherpa Podcast so you don’t miss an episode!

You can follow my podcasting journey on Instagram and LinkedIn for extra content, just search the Black Sherpa Podcast.

The truth about what it takes to get ahead in life and business is out there.... It just not evenly distributed... YET!

CONNECT WITH THE BLACK SHERPA
LinkedIn: Nyambe Sumbwanyambe
Instagram: @TheBlackSherpaPodcast
Website: theblacksherpapodcast.com
#theblacksherpa #socialmobility
The truth about what it takes to get ahead in life and business is out there.... It just not evenly distributed... YET!
If you like what you are listening to, please let me know. Post and tag the show on social media, rate and review wherever you are listening, or send me a message. I would love to hear from you.

In this episode of The Black Sherpa Podcast, I am thrilled to host the incredible Jeffrey Boakye – ex-teacher turned prolific writer, speaker, broadcaster, and educator. Join us as Jeffrey shares epic stories, from his journey from being a certified "waste man" to leading educational reform and breaking open the conversation about race and racism.

Our guest, Jeffrey Boakye, brings a wealth of experience as a former English teacher for 15 years and now a Senior Teaching Fellow at the University of Manchester’s Institute for Education. He dives into issues surrounding race, masculinity, education, and popular culture.

Key Highlights:

• From Waste Man to Educational Leader: Jeffrey opens up about his transformative journey, evolving from being labelled a certified "waste man" by one of his students to a leader in educational reform. Discover the pivotal moments that propelled him to his highest point of service to the world.
• Breaking Open Conversations on Race: As a writer and speaker, Jeffrey discusses the importance of breaking open the conversation about race and racism. Gain insights into his impactful work in this critical area.
• A New Take on Dirty Dancing:Get ready for a surprising twist as Jeffrey shares a whole new perspective on the film Dirty Dancing. Uncover layers you never knew existed in this classic.

Books by Jeffrey Boakye:

• Hold Tight: Black Masculinity, Millennials and the Meaning of Grime
• Black Listed: Black British Culture Explored
• What is Masculinity? Why Does it Matter? And Other Big Questions (co-authored)
• Musical Truth: A Musical Journey through Modern Black Britain (winner of the Quiz Writers’ Choice Secondary Non–Fiction Award and Winner of UKLA Information Books 3-14+)
• I Heard What You Said
• Kofi and the Rap Battle Summer

Additional Highlights:

• Jeffrey's popular Substack newsletter - Are You Sitting Comfortably?
• Co-host of BBC Radio 4’s double award-winning Add to Playlist.
• Honorary Degree of Doctor of Letters from the University of Leicester in January 2023.

Join us for an enriching conversation that explores the intersections of race, education, and culture with the remarkable Jeffrey Boakye. Subscribe, share, and let’s continue breaking boundaries together!

CONNECT WITH JEFF
https://www.jeffreyboakye.com/
https://twitter.com/jeffreykboakye
https://www.instagram.com/jeffreykboakye

CONNECT WITH THE BLACK SHERPA
LinkedIn: Nyambe Sumbwanyambe
Instagram: @TheBlackSherpaPodcast
Website: theblacksherpapodcast.com
#theblacksherpa #socialmobility
The truth about what it takes to get ahead in life and business is out there.... It just not evenly distributed... YET!
If you like what you are listening to, please let me know. Post and tag the show on social media, rate and review wherever you are listening, or send me a message. I would love to hear from you.

Big and serious... Apologies in advance for the impromptu singing that kicks off this episode – a moment of unfiltered vulnerability!

If you can bear with me through that musical madness, your reward is an insightful dive into the four core values I've distilled from Season 1 of the Black Sherpa Podcast: Self-Empowerment, Continuous Learning, The Power of One, and Community. You'll have to tune in for the full context.

I open up about my reflections and lessons learned during my initial foray into podcasting.

Together, we’ll take a little trip down memory lane. Revisit some special moments and enlightening conversations from Season 1. From empowering stories to valuable insights, these episodes are a testament to the essence of our community.

If you're a newcomer and enjoy what you hear, consider checking out the full episodes. Each one is a unique exploration of stories and insights that define the Black Sherpa Podcast.

Thanks for tuning in to the Black Sherpa Podcast – Let’s Get It!

CONNECT WITH THE BLACK SHERPA
LinkedIn: Nyambe Sumbwanyambe
Instagram: @TheBlackSherpaPodcast
Website: theblacksherpapodcast.com
#theblacksherpa #socialmobility
The truth about what it takes to get ahead in life and business is out there.... It just not evenly distributed... YET!
If you like what you are listening to, please let me know. Post and tag the show on social media, rate and review wherever you are listening, or send me a message. I would love to hear from you.

Get ready for one hell of an episode of the Black Sherpa Podcast featuring David McQueen. David is family man first, the husband of one, father of two and friend of many. He has founded and co-founded a number of businesses including Q Squared, Black Founders Hub and Evermoor and sits as a Non Exec on the advisory board of many companies offering support on leadership and financial competence. David is more than just a leader—he has the uncanny knack for using comedy and absolute candor to inspire others to reach their full potential and be the best versions of themselves.

Key Highlights:

Leadership by Accident:

David fell into leadership by accident but quickly realised the impact he could have by winning trust. Learn how he cut his teeth working with the ones they called the "bad kids" and emerged as a trusted advisor.

Values and Relationships:

Discover David's insights on surrounding yourself with people who share similar values and knowing the difference between being a friend and being friendly. Explore how he remixes lessons from his parents to inform his own parenting style.

The Brave Leader:

David advocates for more bravery in leadership, urging leaders to be less afraid and more courageous in decision-making. Gain valuable insights into the building blocks of bravery and driving positive change.

The Compassionate Provocateur:

Uncover David's unique approach to coaching and mentoring, earning him the title of the compassionate provocateur. Learn how he uses comedy and candor to shine a light in dark times and drive personal and professional growth.

Three Killer Questions:

David shares three killer questions people should ask their managers to deepen relationships, better understand their boss, and enable career progression. These questions are essential tools for personal and professional development.

David McQueen's journey is a testament to the power of leadership, bravery, and surrounding yourself with the right people. Tune in for invaluable insights and be inspired to embrace your own journey of growth and empowerment.

PS: We are all leaders in some way shape or form and IFFFF you want to be the best version of yourself in that role Go GET THE DAVIDS NEW BOOK BRUV!

Small Print:

While this episode may not meet our usual audio quality standards due to unforeseen recording conditions, rest assured that the invaluable insights shared by David McQueen remain intact.

Sit back, relax, and soak in the wisdom he generously shares. Enjoy!This episode is not as good as my usual audio quality, we had a late and expected change in receding conditions but by no means enough to miss the value David pays forward in conversation. ENJOY!

CONNECT WITH DAVID McQUEEN:

• Website:https://davidmcqueen.co.uk
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrdavidmcqueen/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/

CONNECT WITH THE BLACK SHERPA
LinkedIn: Nyambe Sumbwanyambe
Instagram: @TheBlackSherpaPodcast
Website: theblacksherpapodcast.com
#theblacksherpa #socialmobility
The truth about what it takes to get ahead in life and business is out there.... It just not evenly distributed... YET!
If you like what you are listening to, please let me know. Post and tag the show on social media, rate and review wherever you are listening, or send me a message. I would love to hear from you.