The Bridge Africa Podcast

In today's episode, I interview Kwame Adjei-Yeboah, a Risk Management Consultant, an African Diaspora based in the United States. He currently works with Capco, a global business and technology management consulting firm in the USA. He shares the inspiring story of his life and professional journey from his early years growing up in Ghana, His love for Maths and then moving to the United States to study at Columbia University in New York, pursuing an MSc in Actuarial Science. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's Episode, I interview Dr. Ayo Adeyemi, a Health Economics and Outcomes Research Professional, an African Diaspora based in the United States. She currently works with the Pharmaceutical giant, Sanofi as Director of Real World Evidence. She shares the inspiring story of her life and professional journey from her early years growing up in Nigeria, becoming a Pharmacist then moving to the United States and pivoting into Health Economics and Outcomes Research, and how that transition is helping her to make a big impact in healthcare. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

"In today's video, I share insights from one of my paid courses on how to write the perfect CV or resume - with emphasis on what to include vs what not to include on a CV  THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW *******************************  Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com";

"In today's video, I interview Dr Fafa Xexemeku, an African Diaspora based in the United States. He is currently a consultant Cardiologist specialising in cardiac imaging at Crouse Hospital, USA. He shares the inspiring story of his life and professional journey from the age of 9, when he started nursing the desire to be a Medical Doctor to pursuing his education in Ghana then finally ending up in the United States and studying further to becoming a cardiologist.  THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW *******************************  Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com"

In today's episode, you will learn about how to deal with bullies at the workplace. If you don't take control over a bullying situation at the workplace, it could result in serious mental and physical health issues. The key is to identify bullies and get the help you need to confront them. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's episode, I interview Mr Adegbenro Awojulu, an African Diaspora based in the United States. He is currently the Vice President of Liquidity and Funding Risk at Goldman Sachs. He shares the inspiring story of his life and professional journey from his humble beginnings growing up in Nigeria, going through the public school system to travelling to the United States then ending up at one of the world's most prestigious banks. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

You will also love this episode: How to Develop Entrepreneurial Resilience - https://youtu.be/4XQDmnxlwvk In today's episode, I give nuggets on how to structure business partnerships so that when things don't turn out well and there are disagreements, no one gets out "burned". THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

You will also love this episode: How to Develop Entrepreneurial Resilience - https://youtu.be/4XQDmnxlwvk In today's video, I share a part 2 interview I did with Kwabena Obeng Darko, a Pan-African Entrepreneur with a depth of knowledge and business experience. He shares how to build resilience in Business. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's episode, I interview seasoned Author and Entrepreneur, Kwabena Obeng Darko. We explore what it takes to build a resilient business in Ghana THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com *************************************** RECOMMENDED BOOKS: 1. White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism" by Robin DiAngelo. https://a.co/cxALSat 2. The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man" by John Perkins. https://a.co/517CieR 3. Civilization or Barbarism: An Authentic Anthropology by Cheikh Anta Diop, Yaa-Lengi Meema Ngemi. https://a.co/fsAkyW7 4. "Africa 101: The Wake Up Call" by Arikana Chihombori-Quao. https://a.co/d9inSgv 5. Birth of a White Nation: The Invention of White People and Its Relevance Today by Jacqueline Battalora. https://a.co/0qdg1Ig Kwabena Obeng Darko’ Youtube Channel - https://youtube.com/c/KWABENAOBENGDARKO His Website: www.obengdarko.com His Books: 1. Perspective: How to develop the mindset to start and build your business" by Kwabena Obeng Darko. Start reading it for free: https://a.co/0ll1lKY 2. RESILIENCE: HOW TO DEVELOP COURAGE AND STRENGTH AS AN ENTREPRENEUR" by Kwabena Obeng Darko. Start reading it for free: https://a.co/e6jfMmy 3. "Streamline: How to teach yourself money (Financial Education)" by Kwabena Obeng Darko.Start reading it for free: https://a.co/bpQl5RR

You will also love this episode: Top 10 skills that will get you employed quickly - https://youtu.be/uVQ8mS2V56E In today's episode, I interview Mr Pereari Aboro, an African Diaspora based in the United States. He is currently the Assistant Vice President of Portfolio Credit Risk Management at Synchrony Bank. He shares his life and professional journey from his humble beginnings growing up in Nigeria to where he currently is. He counsels aspiring young African graduates who are interested in the field of Data Analytics on what to focus on and the tools they can start learning on their own to build a successful career. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

You will also love this episode: Top 10 skills that will get you employed quickly - https://youtu.be/gwtx_8SrhHA In today's episode, I interview the Deputy Finance Minister of Ghana Hon Dr John Kumah on mentoring the youth who aspire to get into politics as a career or calling. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's episode, I interview architect and life coach David Egyir, who shares great insights on how to stay motivated in tough times. David’s Website: https://www.seersapp.com/ THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

You'll also love this episode: From Humble Beginnings in Nigeria to Asst. Vice President of Portfolio Credit Risk Mgt. at Synchrony Bank, USA -https://youtu.be/1PJ6tV3UPgk  In today's video, I interview Dr Quincy Attipoe, an award-winning Dentist based in Dallas Texas, USA. He shares his amazing life journey from his hometown in Keta in the Volta Region of Ghana and how he navigated numerous obstacles to become a top Dentist in the United States.  THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com"

In today's episode, I interview a serial entrepreneur and Director for Business Support at Ghana's National Entrepreneurship & Innovation Program (NEIP). You will learn about the trends, opportunities and challenges of starting a business in Ghana. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, you will learn about the top 10 skills that you will need to take advantage of opportunities that will arise between now and 2025 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Research Findings by The World Economic Forum: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/10/top-10-work-skills-of-tomorrow-how-long-it-takes-to-learn-them/ Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com  Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica  Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, you will learn about the top 10 high demand skills employers are looking for. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW *******************************  Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com  Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica  Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, you will learn about the top 10 skills employers look for in a candidate during a job interview. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW *******************************  Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com  Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica  Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, you will learn about how personal development can enhance your career or business success. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW *******************************  Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com  Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica  Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, you will learn about one of the keys to success in life - that is getting people to help you when the need arises. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, you will learn about what are the tell tale signs that points to the fact that you need to quit your current job to pursue something else. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, you will learn about how to pursue entrepreneurship as a viable career option, especially in an era where unemployment is at an all time high. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, you will learn about one of the biggest annd least talked about deadly sins at the workplace and what you must do to avoid it at all cost. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, I share some of the new job interview questions employers are starting to ask post Covid - And most importantly, how to best answer them. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, I show you the key to earning more money in your endeavours - whether for a career or business THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, I share what to do when you are unemployed and the "ideal" opportunity does not show up THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's podcast, we learn that sometimes the best and smartest thing to do is quit  - contrary to the popular cliché of "Never giving up" THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's podcast, I show you when to spot opportunities with great potential and how to dig in and lean into the process when faced with the inevitable challenges that will come across your path to force you to give up. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, I show you how the marketplace rewards top performers disproportionately and that is why you can't afford to be mediocre. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, I'm sharing with you the best way to answer one of the trickiest job interview questions: "What are your salary expectations?" - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, I'm sharing with you the best way to answer one of the trickiest job interview questions: "Where do you see yourself in 5yrs?" - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

The worst feeling you can have as a professional is to be stuck in a deadend job in a tough job market. It may feel like you are caught between a rock and a hard place and there is no way out. This video shows you step by step how to come out of that situation  - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In today's video, I'm sharing with you the list of 10 skills that are hard to learn, but will pay off forever! - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW  *******************************   Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com   Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog   Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica   Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW  *******************************   Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com   Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog   Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica   Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

This video details the blueprint to solve Ghana's perenial youth unemployment problem - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW *******************************   Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com   Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog   Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica   Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

It is one thing getting a job and another thing having what it takes to do what it takes to hold on to that position. For most young new employees, it becomes easy to get tripped, trapped and manipulated by more tenured and disgruntled employees to only do the barest minimum to just get by. This video highlights the dangers of going down that path and what you can do to escape such traps. - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

Most new unniversity graduates ask this question often that  - is it possible to get a job with no experience? My answer is an emphatic yes! This video shows you how. - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

This was a live Instagram coaching session Isaac had with Mr Augustine Anane, a new college grad who majored in Information Technology and is looking to pursue a career in Healthcare Inforrmatics - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

Most people have varying degreees of shyness or lack of confidence in their lives. Sometimes, this trait spills over into a job interview of all places and ends up ruining their chances of getting employed. This video shares some tips and strategies to overcome this - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

Does it look or feel as if there was a magic course you could do at the University that will set you on course for a great paying career with all the perks? Lets find out from this video  - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

One of the best ways you can measure the effectiveness of your job interview is by how memorable you were to the interview panel. The truth is , if you are not memorable you were boring and you're likely not going to be selected. This video shows you how to become memorable and magnetic at any job interview - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

The main reason why you are employed is to solve problems. One of the key attributes of problem solving at the workplace is to become resourceful to the one who hired you - Your Boss. Many people get this wrong and hence set themselves up for career failure. Follow the tips I share in this video and see your career soar! - Isaac Osei-Kissi THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

This is a part 2 of the interview I did with Selikem Gotah, a Ghanaian PhD student at New York University (NYU). He shares the inspiring story of how he managed to secure three scholarships to complete two Masters programs and currently working on a PhD. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

This is a part 2 of the interview I did with Selikem Gotah, a Ghanaian PhD student at New York University (NYU). He shares the inspiring story of how he managed to secure three scholarships to complete two Masters programs and currently working on a PhD. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In this video, I share tips on one of the geatest things you can demonstrate during any job interview and get the job pretty instantly. This is a secret almost no applicant uses, hence knowing it and applying it can set you way apart from the competition. You do this in an interview and you will get hired immediately THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

Almost everyone who has gone through a few job interviews before would have faced this popular question from interviewers - "Tell me about your weakness". Many times, inexperienced job seekers fall flat answering this question. This video provides you with the perfect roadmap to answer this question. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

One of the most frustrating things in life is completing your education and not finding work. This situation is even worse in a tough economy when most companies choose to sit back or downsize. Getting a job around this time can look almost impossible. This video share strategies you can use as a new graduate to guarantee you a job even in the toughest job market out there.             THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

This video provides tips and strategies for answering one of the most frequently asked interview questions of all time. This is also the question that trips most job interview candidates, that is: Tell me about yourself. Learn how to succinctly answer this question easily to set a great tone for your interview.               THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

As an African Graduate fresh out of school, the most important asset you have is TIME - and you have plenty of it. You are going to learn how to convert the time you have into real employable skills to give you a competitive edge on the job market.   THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ******************************* Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

The Top Employability Skills Every African Graduate Must Possess African Graduates face a unique set of challenges when they start looking for work after school. They are faced with a chronic lack of employment opportunities coupled with not having adequate work-ready skills to take advantage of current job openings. Isaac shares tips to African Graduates who want to jump ahead of the competition.  THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW  *******************************   Website: https://isaacoseikissi.com  Blog: https://isaacoseikissi.com/blog  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebridgeafrica  Course (Employment Readiness Training Program): https://ghcourses.com

In this episode, we had a sit down with Kojo Ofori Yeboah - Head of Marketing Communications and Brand Management at Fidelity Bank to talk about how crafting a smart branding strategy can impact your business or career. Our guest showed us how the old notion of branding which included:  well-designed logos, letterheads and other stationery does not apply anymore. Today branding is about creating a personality for your business. He also shares with countless examples of how branding has progressed over the years and transitioned from logos and company colours to the point where branding is more about advocacy and storytelling.