The Bold New Normal

What does it really take to build, scale, and sustain a business in our context?In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Cecil Senna Nutakor goes beyond the origin story and into the real work behind building one of Africa’s leading EdTech platforms.From a pivotal strategy reset in 2019 to navigating the unexpected surge during COVID, Cecil shares what it means to prepare for opportunity before it arrives, and why execution matters more than hype.But this episode goes even deeper. It challenges how we think about:💡Startups and the pressure to scale too quickly💡Why copying Silicon Valley models doesn’t work in our context💡The reality of building with limited investment💡What true product-market fit looks like💡And how education must evolve to solve real-world problemsOne of the most powerful shifts in this conversation is this: Education should not just produce graduates. It should produce problem-solvers.Cecil introduces a new way to think about learning, built on three pillars: Desire. Imagination. Feedback.If you’re building a business, leading a team, or thinking about the future of education, this episode will challenge you to rethink what success really looks like.Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, innovation, and building the future.

From being labelled as stubborn and academically unsuccessful, to creating one of Ghana’s early edtech solutions, Cecil’s story is a powerful reminder that potential cannot always be measured by conventional systems.This conversation explores:→ education beyond exams,→ misalignment between students and systems,→ innovation born from personal pain,→ the power of community and persistence and,→ what it takes to keep building when the environment is not yet ready.This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation.Share, and subscribe for Part 2 next week.You can also watch full episode on YouTube#TheBoldNewNormal #LucyQuist #CecilSennaNutakor #eCampus #EdTech #Education #Innovation #AfricaRising #Leadership #entrepreneurship

What does it really take to become a CEO, and stay grounded through success, loss, and reinvention?In this powerful episode of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist sits down with Uche Ofodile, CEO of MTN Benin and Chairperson of MTN Mobile Money, for an honest conversation about leadership, ambition, grief, resilience, and building a career with real impact.Uche shares the deeply personal story behind her rise, from writing down a vision for her future, to navigating profound personal loss, to becoming one of Africa’s most respected business leaders. This is not just a conversation about titles or success. It is about becoming, leading with substance, and understanding that real leadership is built in both visible wins and private battles.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why chasing titles alone is a mistakeHow writing your vision down can shape your futureWhat grief taught Uche about strength, support, and perspectiveWhy impact matters more than positionWhat aspiring women leaders need to know about becoming CEOWhy curiosity, adaptability, and a deep toolkit matter in leadershipIf you are building your career, leading teams, navigating change, or asking bigger questions about purpose and impact, this episode is for you.Watch, listen, and join the conversation.Leave a comment with your biggest takeaway, subscribe for more bold conversations, and share this episode with someone building toward their next level.For more conversations on leadership, business, Africa, and transformation, explore more from The Bold New Normal.#BoldNewNormal #UcheOfodile #LucyQuist #Leadership #CEO #CareerGrowth #WomenInLeadership #AfricanBusiness #PurposeAndImpact #Podcast

Season 1 of The Bold New Normal Podcast closes with a powerful truth: we cannot create prosperity alone.In this episode, Lucy Quist reflects on trust, empathy, and the call to be our brother’s and sister’s keeper. If we truly want to create the bold new normal for Africa and beyond, we must journey together — even when perspectives differ.💡 Key Takeaways:- Why prosperity is a collective mission, not a solo one- How to build trust and integrity with others- The role of empathy in partnerships- Why celebrating others’ success fuels shared growth👉 Subscribe, comment, and share your reflections.

What do you see when you look in the mirror?In this deeply personal episode of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist unpacks the life-changing practice of self-acceptance. From identity to ambition, and from embracing your strengths to learning from mistakes, Lucy shares five practical steps to accept yourself and keep becoming all that you can be.💡 Key Takeaways:Why identity is the foundation of self-acceptanceHow to know yourself — strengths, values, and cultureThe role of ambition in shaping your bold futureWhy “you are enough” right nowHow to turn mistakes into lessons and growth🎧 Listen for a fresh perspective on how self-acceptance fuels leadership, resilience, and purpose.👉 Subscribe, comment, and share your reflections.Watch on YouTube, or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

When was the last time you stayed quiet — even though something in you wanted to speak up?In this episode of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist explores one of the most powerful — and sometimes hardest — skills we need to create a culture of prosperity: the courage to speak up.From childhood lessons with her father and grandmother, to navigating workplaces and even conversations in church, Lucy shares how finding and using your voice is essential to leadership, growth, and building the Bold New Normal.You’ll discover:💡 Why finding your voice starts at home💡 How parenting can nurture (or silence) a child’s voice💡 Why speaking up about your ambitions is crucial for career growth💡 The importance of asking questions or challenging norms in your spheres of influence💡 Practical ways to create safe spaces for others to speak upThis episode is for parents, professionals, leaders, and anyone who knows it’s time to stop staying silent.🎧 Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📺 Watch the full episode right here on YouTube👉 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe to keep building the Bold New Normal together!

What if parenting wasn’t just about raising children — but about raising leaders?In Episode 9 of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist shares personal stories, practical lessons, and leadership principles she’s applied in her own parenting journey. From navigating challenges to nurturing confidence, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about the role of parents in shaping the next generation.You’ll discover:🌟 Why leadership starts at home🌟 How to model the values you want to see in your kids🌟 The role of intentionality in raising grounded, confident children🌟 Practical tips to prepare kids for an unpredictable futureWhether you’re a parent, mentor, teacher, or leader, this is the parenting episode you didn’t know you needed. These insights will help you invest in young lives with purpose and vision.#Parenting #Leadership #RaisingLeaders #LucyQuist #TheBoldNewNormal #ParentingTips

What does it take to go from ordinary to exceptional?In this episode of The Bold New Normal Podcast, Lucy Quist shares 7 practical strategies to raise your standards, embrace challenges, and live boldly with purpose.You’ll learn how to:🌟 Raise your bar and stop settling for “good enough”🌟 Make intentional choices aligned with your values🌟 Embrace obstacles as growth opportunities🌟 Celebrate wins and find fulfilment through serving others🌟 Communicate for influence and impactIf you’re ready to stop drifting and start building a life you’re proud of, this is your playbook.And there’s more—The Bold New Normal Conference 2025 is here!Join us as we explore The Transformative Power of Language and Culture and connect with leaders, innovators, and changemakers who are shaping the future.🗓️ Saturday October 25, 2025📍 The Enclave Garden, East Legon, Accra🎟️ Tickets available now at https://egotickets.com/events/the-bold-new-normal-conference-2025 or register by dialling *713*33*45#Comment your biggest takeaway and share with a friend who needs to hear this.#BoldNewNormal2025 #LanguageAndCulture #TransformToProsperity #TheBoldNewNormal #TBNNC2025

Want to know how top leaders actually rise to the top?In this powerful episode of The Bold New Normal, Lucy Quist dives into a career-changing framework based on three simple words: Seek, Ask, Knock. Sharing her own journey from corporate strategist to CEO, Lucy unpacks how intentional actions, informed decisions, and bold conversations opened doors—and how you can do the same.📌 You’ll learn:Why asking is a leadership skill, not a weaknessHow to do a gap analysis and use it to fast-track your growthWhy knocking (and doing it consistently) builds opportunityThe overlooked career strategy no one is talking aboutThis episode is a must-watch for ambitious professionals, aspiring executives, and anyone feeling stuck in their current role.👇 Like, comment, and subscribe for more bold insights.💡Found this valuable? Share it with a friend or colleague.

Sometimes the boldest move is walking away.📌 In part 2 of this keynote at the International Woman Leadership Conference 2025, Lucy shares the most vulnerable season of her career—the year she left her job without a plan. What followed was not failure, but formation. This is an episode about identity, healing, faith, and the strategy of reinvention.🌿 In this raw episode, Lucy unpacks:– What it feels like to be successful... but spent– How to walk through your wilderness with wisdom– The power of community, rest, and spiritual strategy– Reclaiming joy, rewriting life plans, and starting again📌 A must-listen for anyone facing burnout, transition, or a divine redirection.🎧 Listen, reflect, and share with someone walking through their “wilderness.”

📌 In part 1 of this heartfelt keynote at the International Woman Leadership Conference 2025, Lucy Quist shares the unfiltered truth behind her rise to CEO. From the sacrifices of her Ghanaian parents to the tough decisions in her career, she peels back the glossy bio and reveals the grit behind the glory.💡 You’ll hear about:The early vision that shaped her life at age 9How she navigated career pivots, setbacks, and relocationsThe unseen sacrifices of building an impactful careerWhat it actually takes to become a CEO as a woman of colour 🎧 A masterclass in resilience, strategy, and surrender.👇 Subscribe, comment, and share with someone walking a bold path.

🇵🇹 A 6-month assignment turned into 14 months of growth, stretch, and unexpected life lessons.In this deeply personal episode of The Bold New Normal, Lucy Quist takes us to Portugal—first as a young professional stepping into the unknown, and then 20+ years later, as a mother showing her children what boldness, exploration, and joy really look like.📌 In this episode, you’ll discover:The power of saying “yes” to unfamiliar opportunitiesWhy you don’t need the “most successful” mentor to growHow risk-taking in your 20s builds future confidenceWhy exposure fuels both career and personal evolutionThe importance of enjoying the journey—not just the outcome✨ Want to live your bold new normal? It starts with a stretch.👇 Subscribe, share, and comment: What was your boldest decision in your 20s?

🌍 What makes a country rise or fall? Stories.In this thought-provoking episode of The Bold New Normal, Lucy Quist breaks down how countries—and the people within them—are shaped by the stories they believe. Whether it's about family, identity, tribe, or national destiny, stories create the foundation of action.📌 In this episode, you’ll explore:Why the stories we hear (and repeat) shape our beliefsHow family, community, and national narratives build identityThe role of collective belief in nation-buildingHow to change your personal and national future by telling new stories💬 What story have you been telling yourself—and is it serving you?👇 Let’s challenge limiting narratives and create new ones.💻Subscribe now and share this with someone ready to rewrite their story.

🎯 Got a dream you keep postponing? Here’s how to actually make it happen.In this inspiring episode of The Bold New Normal, Lucy Quist shares her personal journey from dreaming of becoming an author to publishing her first book—even while being told engineers don’t write.Through powerful storytelling, Lucy breaks down how to move from dream to execution by using a simple but transformative framework: Dream → Vision → Plan → Action.📌 In this episode, you’ll learn:How to honour dreams planted in you as a childWhy writing things down creates clarity and momentumHow to override self-doubt and negative inner languageThe key role mindset plays in your success💬 What’s one dream you’re now ready to act on? Let us know in the comments!👉 Subscribe for more career-defining insights

💡 Wondering what The Bold New Normal is really about? Start here.In this introductory episode, Lucy Quist shares the powerful vision behind The Bold New Normal — a global movement, a bestselling book, a flagship conference, and now, a podcast.From her beginnings as an engineer to becoming a celebrated corporate leader and speaker, Lucy has consistently championed equitable prosperity — a world where everyone has the chance to thrive and live with purpose.📌 In this episode, Lucy unpacks:– What “The Bold New Normal” means– Why creating prosperity is personal and collective– The journey from idea to TED Talk, book, and conference– What you can expect from the podcast going forward🎧 Whether you’re a returning reader or a first-time listener, this episode sets the stage for everything that follows.👇 Subscribe, comment, and share. Your Bold New Normal starts here.