Systems, Support & Scale: Inside Kenya's SME Founders Association | Catherine & Reena Gore

Systems, Support & Scale: Inside Kenya's SME Founders Association | Catherine & Reena Gore

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/fan_mail/new] Most SMEs in Kenya never make it past year five. Not because founders lack ambition — but because ambition without systems, governance, and support is a business running on borrowed time. In this episode of Unleash & Thrive, Reena Gore is joined by Catherine , Director of the SME Founders Association, for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build and sustain a small or medium enterprise in Kenya today. They dig into the barriers founders rarely talk about publicly — capital, talent, structure — and the practical strategies that turn a founder-dependent hustle into a business that can scale and outlive its owner. In this episode: ✅ The biggest reasons Kenyan SMEs stall — and how to avoid them ✅ How the SME Founders Association is supporting entrepreneurs across the country ✅ Why governance and systems aren't "big company" problems — they're survival tools ✅ Building a business that grows without you in every room Whether you're running a 5-person team or a 50-person company, this episode gives you the mindset and the mechanics to grow. 🎧 New episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube 🌐 Connect with Reena: www.reenagore.net Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/support]

Publishing With Purpose: How Dooso Built Zion Publishers Into a Purpose Driven Business - Reena Gore

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/fan_mail/new] What does it take to build a publishing house with purpose, profit, and staying power in the African market? In this episode of Unleash and Thrive, host Reena Gore — CFO-turned-executive coach and founder of Intellique Solutions — sits down with Dooso, CEO of Zion Publishers, for a raw, real, and deeply insightful conversation on entrepreneurship, leadership, and the business of publishing. From navigating the challenges of the African book and media industry to building a brand rooted in values and vision, Dooso shares the hard lessons, bold decisions, and strategic moves behind Zion Publishers' growth story. In this episode, we cover: ✅ How Dooso built Zion Publishers from the ground up ✅ The leadership principles driving a purpose-led publishing business ✅ Business growth strategies that work in the African market ✅ Managing teams, culture, and the people side of entrepreneurship ✅ The role of faith, focus, and financial discipline in business success ✅ Lessons for CEOs and founders building sustainable businesses in Kenya and beyond Whether you're an entrepreneur, a business leader, or someone building something meaningful — this conversation will challenge how you think about growth, legacy, and what it truly means to lead. 🎙️ Subscribe to Unleash and Thrive for weekly conversations on business growth, leadership, and the mindset that separates thriving businesses from surviving ones. 🌐 Learn more about Reena Gore: https://www.reenagore.net 📩 Connect with Reena on LinkedIn: [Your LinkedIn URL] #UnleashAndThrive #ZionPublishers #AfricanEntrepreneurs #BusinessGrowth #CEOInterview #LeadershipPodcast #KenyaBusiness #PublishingInAfrica #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessPodcast Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/support]

You Can’t Manifest Your Way Out of Unhealed Trauma — Here’s What to Do Instead | Reena Gore

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/fan_mail/new] Have you ever felt like you're working hard but somehow keep repeating the same patterns in life? In this powerful conversation, Meera shares her personal journey from depression, confusion, and emotional pain to discovering inner healing, self-awareness, manifestation, and purpose. You'll learn: ✅ Why success starts from within ✅ How childhood experiences shape your future ✅ The power of gratitude and journaling ✅ The Ho'oponopono healing prayer explained ✅ EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) demonstration ✅ Why manifestation fails for most people ✅ How subconscious beliefs control your results ✅ The truth about inner child healing If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, fear, lack of clarity, or feeling stuck in life, this episode will give you practical tools to begin your healing journey. Watch until the end for a guided Ho'oponopono healing exercise you can start using today. Subscribe for more conversations on entrepreneurship, mindset, leadership, healing and personal growth. #InnerHealing #Manifestation #SelfAwareness #MindsetShift #InnerChildHealing #PersonalDevelopment #EFTTapping #Hooponopono #HealingJourney #SpiritualGrowth #LawOfAttraction #SuccessMindset #MentalWellness #SelfLove #PurposeDrivenLife Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/support]

How to Leave Your Comfort Zone & Build Something That Matters | Wendy Loyce & Reena Gore

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/fan_mail/new] In this episode , we sit down with Wendy Loyce — communications professional, speaker, podcaster, corporate MC and community builder , for a powerful conversation on purpose, career transitions, entrepreneurship and personal growth. From leaving the corporate world to building a voice in digital media, Wendy shares honest lessons about: ✔️ Finding your calling ✔️ Taking calculated risks ✔️ Building your personal brand ✔️ Transitioning careers ✔️ Handling failure and setbacks ✔️ Continuous learning and growth ✔️ Creating community over audience ✔️ Self-awareness and inner work ✔️ Entrepreneurship realities ✔️ Adapting in the AI and digital era This episode is for anyone feeling stuck, thinking about starting over, building a business, launching a podcast, or trying to create meaningful work. Key takeaway: Start now. Start where you are. Keep building. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/support]

Nobody Handed Her a Seat at the Table — So Lillian Ngala Built Her Own | Reena Gore

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/fan_mail/new] In this powerful episode of Unleash and Thrive, we sit down with leadership expert, HR Director and founder of the Lillian Ngala Network — Lillian Ngala. This conversation dives deep into: • Growth mindset and resilience • Leadership and people management • Networking that creates real opportunities • Women in leadership and boardroom growth • SME growth and financial literacy • Reputation, curiosity and personal branding • Purpose, philanthropy and giving back to society Lillian Ngala shares practical insights on: * How to build meaningful relationships * Why your reputation matters * The importance of self-belief * How women can rise into leadership positions * What SMEs are missing when it comes to people management * Why networking is more than exchanging contacts One of the biggest lessons from this episode: “What you’re seeking is seeking you.” If you are an entrepreneur, corporate professional, SME owner, leader, or someone looking to grow personally and professionally, this episode is for you. Watch until the end for valuable gems on leadership, networking and purpose. Guest: Lillian Ngala Podcast: Unleash and Thrive Don’t forget to: • Like • Comment • Subscribe • Share this episode with someone building their career or business. #Leadership [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/leadership] #Networking [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/networking] #WomenInLeadership [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/womeninleadership] #SMEs [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/smes] #CareerGrowth [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/careergrowth] #PersonalDevelopment [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/personaldevelopment] #Mindset [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mindset] #BusinessGrowth [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/businessgrowth] #UnleashAndThrive [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/unleashandthrive] #Lillianngala [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/lillianngala] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463724/support]