Bolanle Williams-Olley: Building a Bold Legacy, Leading with Courage

Send us Fan MailAbout This EpisodeWhat does it mean to lead boldly and authentically in today’s world? In this episode, we have Bolanle Williams-Olley, the dynamic CFO and co-owner of Mancini Duffy, share her incredible journey. Bolanle introduces her powerful bold framework, underlining the importance of being true to oneself, embracing new opportunities, lifting others, and not waiting to take decisive action. She draws from her personal career experiences and her bestselling book Build Boldly: Chart Your Unique Career Path and Lead with Courage to offer profound insights on courage, authenticity, and the essence of boldness. Bolanle's story is a testament to the power of taking risks and building deep connections. She underscores the continuous need for self-reflection and realignment with one's values, particularly when stepping into leadership roles. Bolanle also shares how writing her book helped her articulate the bold principles that guided her career, emphasizing the importance of celebrating achievements and not glossing over them. This episode is an essential listen for anyone looking to grow boldly and support others in their journey. Join us as we explore the power of boldness in both career and life. About Bolanle Williams-Olley Bolanle Williams-Olley is the CFO & Co-owner of Mancini Duffy, a national design firm with a 100+-year-old history and tech-forward approach based in New York City, where she oversees the firm's financial and operational performance. With 15+ years of experience working in the AEC industry, she has a strong background in financial analysis and strategic initiatives. At her core, she thrives on building relationships between finance and management teams to ensure the overall financial success of projects and her firm. The firm's clients include American Airlines, TSX Broadway, Brooklyn Nets, Boqueria, Verizon, and NBC Sports Group. She is also the best-selling author of Build Boldly: Chart Your Unique Career Path and Lead with Courage. Additional ResourcesWebsite: www.bolanlewo.comCheck Out Her Book, Build BoldlyInstagram: @bolanle_hqLinkedIn: @BolanleWilliamsOlleySupport the show--------Stay Connected www.leighburgess.comWatch the episodes on YouTube Follow Leigh on Instagram: @theleighaburgessFollow Leigh on LinkedIn: @LeighBurgessSign up for Leigh’s bold newsletter