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Hey, We Should Connect
Funmi Johnson
34 episodes
6 months ago
Send us a text In part 2 of this conversation, Funmi and Pastor Bimbola ("PB") take listener questions about making sacrifices and practical ways to remain balanced. 00:00 – 9:45| Did You Sacrifice Your Ambition Pastor Bimbola answers a listener question about sacrificing personal ambition. She also talks about making adjustments when her husband went into full-time ministry.​ 9:45 - 13:30 | Will Ministry Restrict How I Show Up In Other Spaces PB discusses her upbringing, early influences, ...
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Send us a text In part 2 of this conversation, Funmi and Pastor Bimbola ("PB") take listener questions about making sacrifices and practical ways to remain balanced. 00:00 – 9:45| Did You Sacrifice Your Ambition Pastor Bimbola answers a listener question about sacrificing personal ambition. She also talks about making adjustments when her husband went into full-time ministry.​ 9:45 - 13:30 | Will Ministry Restrict How I Show Up In Other Spaces PB discusses her upbringing, early influences, ...
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Hey, We Should Connect
A Life of Ministry with PB: Part 2
Send us a text In part 2 of this conversation, Funmi and Pastor Bimbola ("PB") take listener questions about making sacrifices and practical ways to remain balanced. 00:00 – 9:45| Did You Sacrifice Your Ambition Pastor Bimbola answers a listener question about sacrificing personal ambition. She also talks about making adjustments when her husband went into full-time ministry.​ 9:45 - 13:30 | Will Ministry Restrict How I Show Up In Other Spaces PB discusses her upbringing, early influences, ...
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6 months ago
30 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
On and Off Stage: A Life of Ministry with Pastor Bimbola Lawore
Send us a text In this powerful and down-to-earth conversation, Funmi has a conversation with Pastor Bimbola Lawore ("PB") who gets real about life in ministry, motherhood, leadership, and everything in between. PB shares how she balances it all—from co-pastoring and raising a family to leading women’s empowerment movements and working in the public sector. You’ll hear honest insights about creating boundaries and intentionally pursuing growth because it is also fundamental to Chr...
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6 months ago
36 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Thriving Women: Mental Health in the Workplace (with Dr. Fara)
Send us a text In this episode, Funmi and special guest, Dr. Fara delve into the unique mental health challenges women professionals face. Funmi shares her personal experience including the crazy work situation that landed her in the emergency room. Dr Fara shares insights on managing stress and provides examples of lifestyle modifications that can be made when things feel out of control. Dr. Fara also discusses the support she provides through her private practice. Key Takeaways: "I wanted t...
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7 months ago
47 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Take the Lessons, Leave the Baggage
Send us a text Funmi is back from hiatus and ready to dive into the craziness that was 2024. On this episode, she explains how she navigated the challenges of stress, career changes, and personal growth in 2024. The episode explores the impact of layoffs, mental health, and unexpected life events. Shout out to @nekpenwerks for her incredible coaching work Connect with Funmi on Instagram @upswingwoman
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9 months ago
41 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Many Shades of A Confident Leader
Send us a textIn this episode of Hey, We Should Connect, Elise Antoine shares insights from her new book, "Many Shades of a Confident Leader." Funmi connects with Elise on going beyond the title to put in the transformational work it takes to show up as a more confident leader.Elise I. Antoine, a distinguished Haitian American executive leadership coach, brings nearly two decades of dedicated experience to the forefront. With a Master's in Social Work from Fordham University and a Bache...
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1 year ago
36 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
The Next Right Thing
Send us a textIn this episode, Funmi talks about navigating transition seasons and seeking clarity about pending decisions.She shares insights gained from personal failures and how we measure the rightness of a decision based on the perceived success even though the best decisions often involve walking through difficulty.Funmi touches on the gift of discomfort and how the constant yearning for clarity can stop us from moving forward. The book and messages that inspired this episode are includ...
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1 year ago
23 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Reflections- So close yet so far away
Send us a textOn this episode of Hey We Should Connect, Funmi reflects on Women's History Month- the victories and the uphill battle for women in corporate spaces.Episode NotesWhy Women Don’t Apply for Jobs Unless They’re 100% QualifiedWomen in the Workplace 2023Lily Allen Says Having Kids ‘Ruined My Career’Connect with Funmi on Instagram @upswingwoman
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1 year ago
13 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Changing your mindset: Part 3 of the Conversation with Dr. Funke Olayinka
Send us a textOn this episode, Funmi concludes her conversation with Dr. Funke Olayinka.Dr. Funke has more advice about cultivating symbiotical networks without impeding your growth. She also shares her thoughts on changing generational mindset.Funmi and Dr. Funke reiterate the importance of knowing your self-worth and finding your purpose.Episode GuideLessons learned and sacrifices- 9:30Finding fulfillment- 15:30Boundaries- 19:30Trading the supermom cape for different hats- 25:00Girl can't f...
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1 year ago
33 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Friendships & Networks? Part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Funke Olayinka
Send us a textWelcome to part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Funke- It's another podcast and you'll find out why.On today’s episode, Funmi and Dr. Funke discuss how to navigate different friend groups and how to be intentional about building your networks. Dr. Funke offers very practical advice for fostering different friend groups and being strategic about where you spend your time. As she puts it bluntly, you can't cash out in relationships that you have not invested in.is it really lonely ...
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1 year ago
25 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Who do you think you are? Conversation with Dr. Funke Olayinka
Send us a textIn Part 1 of the conversation with Dr Funke Olayinka, she shares candidly about aligning with your purpose and seeking clarity while navigating different seasons. She also shares about failures, delays, and her path to entrepreneurship. Funmi and Dr. Olayinka talk about faith, misconceptions about strong-willed women, and the importance of taking time to truly figure out who you are. Episode GuideOn failures, delays, and the path to entrepreneuship- 10:31Taking ...
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1 year ago
38 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Becoming Impactful with Ananeika Pankey- Gordon
Send us a text In this episode, guest Ananeika Pankey-Gordon talks about how her experience with being displaced led to her creating Family Rebuild of New Jersey, a non-profit organization.Ananeika shares practical ways for people to become impactful in their communities and how her network of women has been instrumental to her success.Ananeika is a Behavior Therapist who works to meet the needs of clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other behavioral and social/comm...
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1 year ago
37 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Adios 2023
Send us a textOn this final episode of 2023, Funmi reflects on the episodes for the year and the ones that resonated with most listeners. She also shares what worked for her in 2023.Have a Happy New Year.Connect with Funmi on Instagram @upswingwoman
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1 year ago
4 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
REPLAY: Being Visible and Intentional (with Dr. Genevieve Kumapley)
Send us a text***Episode First Aired on March 24, 2021In this episode, Funmi has a great conversation with Dr. Genevieve Kumapley about staying visible and being intentional. As the founder/executive director of MyGOAL, a 501 C(3) non-profit organization, and a board-certified pharmacy oncologist, Dr. Kumapley knows the importance of making sure women are visible and intentional about having their voices heard. In this conversation, she talks about speaking things into...
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1 year ago
41 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
The Immigreat Life with Biodun Dapherede- Part 2
Send us a textContinue the conversation with special guest, Biodun Dapherede. On Part 2 of the episode, Funmi and Biodun talk about whether immigrants bear the responsibilty of educating others about their experiences. Funmi and Biodun talk about the generic "Where are you from" question and how to avoid playing safe in corporate spaces.The ImmiGreat Legacy Journal thoughtfully documents the immigrant experience and provides thought-provoking prompts. (Available on Amazon). Biodun D...
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2 years ago
25 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
The Immigreat Life with Biodun Dapherede- Part 1
Send us a textOn this episode of Hey, We Should Connect, special guest, Biodun Dapherede shares about the Immigreat Life and the importance of storytelling particularly for immigrants.Funmi and Biodun talk about the shared immigrant experience, being intentional about networking and not sabotaging your success.The ImmiGreat Legacy Journal thoughtfully documents the immigrant experience and provides thought-provoking prompts. (Available on Amazon). Biodun Dapherede is the author of Lead ...
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2 years ago
35 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Who am I Without My Ambition?
Send us a textIn this episode, Funmi shares her thoughts on a recent article by Alisha Ramos, founder of @girlsnightinclub. She shares how disruption has been an unexpected blessing by allowing her to reflect on different things attached to her self-worth.Funmi also shares insight from her coach about attachment styles and how things like work become more than just that.This episode tackles the dark side of climbing the corporate ladder: selfish networking and clamoring for visibility at work...
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2 years ago
33 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Making Meaningful Connections: Nekpen Osuan Wilson (Guest)
Send us a textOn this episode of Hey, We Should Connect, special guest, Nekpen Osuan Wilson shares her experience as CEO of WomenWerk, an NYC-based nonprofit, and how her passion for women's empowerment propelled her to become a certified executive coach.Nekpen provides valuable advice for navigating disruption and getting to a place of clarity. Connect with Nekpen on LinkedIn and on Instagram @nekpenwerks @WomenwerksConnect with Funmi on Instagram @upswingwomenGuest BioNekpen Osuan Wils...
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2 years ago
44 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
The World Without People
Send us a textThis episode of Hey, We Should Connect, features a conversation with Dr Oyedele, a public health professional and podcast host, The World Without People.Dr. Oyedele shares the importance of community as we navigate different seasons of life and explore various opportunities. She also talks about the importance of storytelling to tackle uncomfortable topics including women's health issues.Dr. Oyedele is very passionate about mentoring and speaks about how her vulnerability has he...
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2 years ago
35 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Time and Seasons with Special Guest Stephania Monnay
Send us a textPart 2 of the conversation with Special Guest Stephania Monnay focuses on how she was intentional about being financially secure. She shares how to rebuild your confidence after a rough season. Guest BioStephania Monnay is a Financial Center Manager at Fulton Bank and Co-Chair of the People of Color Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion Community Outreach Committee.She is a single mother of two young sons, ages 14 and 23. A faithful woman of strength.Throughout the past ...
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2 years ago
42 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Phenomenal Woman: Conversations with Stephania Monnay
Send us a textOn this episode of Hey, We Should Connect, special guest, Stephania Monnay shares her incredible story of triumph and rebuilding her life after her divorce.Stephania touches on many areas including her healing journey, rebuilding her confidence, and the role of mentorship. Stephania holds nothing back as she shares her wake-up call and charges women to be financially disciplined and take steps toward being financially secure.Guest BioStephania Monnay is a Financial Center ...
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2 years ago
40 minutes

Hey, We Should Connect
Send us a text In part 2 of this conversation, Funmi and Pastor Bimbola ("PB") take listener questions about making sacrifices and practical ways to remain balanced. 00:00 – 9:45| Did You Sacrifice Your Ambition Pastor Bimbola answers a listener question about sacrificing personal ambition. She also talks about making adjustments when her husband went into full-time ministry.​ 9:45 - 13:30 | Will Ministry Restrict How I Show Up In Other Spaces PB discusses her upbringing, early influences, ...