Lift Women Podcast

Dealing with Depression: Lessons from My Years of Battling Depression

In this emotionally charged episode of the "Lift Women Podcast," Lady Grace engages in a deeply personal dialogue with esteemed guest Esinam Abra Drah about the intricacies of navigating through depression. With vulnerability and authenticity, Esinam shares her journey, shedding light on the challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons learned along the way. This episode explores the importance of breaking societal stigmas surrounding mental health, offering you a raw and empowering insight into the complexities of depression.

ACHIEVING BALANCE: Discussing Working at World Bank, Family, Pregnancy and Starting MBA a month after CS Delivery with Debbie

Welcome to another exciting episode of the LiftGhana podcast, where we provide a platform for amazing women to share their stories and journeys through life. Today, we are honored to have Mrs. Deborah Oppong-Asumang as our guest. She is a wonderful wife, mother, and accomplished professional. Deborah earned her college degree in accounting from the University of Ghana and went on to earn a master’s degree in  Foreign service majoring in Global Business and Finance from GeoregeTown University. She is currently pursuing her second master’s degree, an MBA in Finance, at the University of Washington. In addition to her academic achievements, Mrs. Oppong-Asumang has had a successful career at the World Bank and is a co-founder of Zerone Analytics, an organization that provides in-depth analysis and insights on Africa and empowering people to make data driven decisions. She is also a founding member of The Gracedlife Leadership Centre, a not-for-profit organization in Ghana focused on empowering and reorienting the mindsets of young Africans to make positive change.  We are thrilled to have Deborah with us today and appreciate her taking the time to share her story with us. So sit back, relax, and let’s get started."

TRAILBLAZING STORY: Discussing UK Medical School, guest of Michelle Obama at the White House & more

In this episode of Lift Podcast, we have the incredible Dr Khadija Owusu as our guest. Dr Owusu is not only a UK Doctor, but also an award-winning Leader, International Speaker, and Founder of AKAYA. She is currently the Director of Programmes at Melanin Medics, advocating for equality, diversity, and inclusion in the medical field. Join us as we delve into Dr Owusu's remarkable journey, starting from her experiences in a UK Medical School to being a guest of honor at the White House alongside Michelle Obama. Discover how she has become a voice for thousands of aspiring medics, medical students, and doctors from Black and Ethnic minority backgrounds. Dr Owusu's impact projects, AKAYA and Melanin Medics, have touched the lives of hundreds of young girls across Ghana, Africa, empowering them to pursue their dreams in healthcare. We explore the inspiring work she does to tackle issues of diversity and inclusion, making a lasting impact on the medical community. With numerous accolades under her belt, including being a TEDx Speaker, a recipient of the Women in STEM Award by HRH Princess Ann, and a Top 5 UK Black Student, Dr Owusu's story is one that deserves to be heard. Her passion for creating positive change and her dedication to empowering marginalized communities have been recognized and celebrated internationally. #TrailblazingStory #MedicalSchoolJourney #MichelleObama #WhiteHouseGuest #AKAYA #MelaninMedics #EqualityAndDiversity #InclusionInMedicine #EmpoweringCommunities #InspiringChange #WomenInSTEM #TEDxSpeaker #YoungAchiever

UNCOVERING HR SECRETS: Discussing Job Recruitment, Performance Management & More with a Big 4 HR

In this episode, Lady Grace uncovers the secrets of HR with Salome Delali Atiglah, a seasoned HR professional from one of the Big 4 companies. Salome shares her wealth of experience and expertise in recruitment, performance management and solving streetism in Ghana. We kick off the conversation with job recruitment and explore the dos and don'ts of the hiring process. Salome shares her insights on what recruiters do in employing top talents and what is involved in the hiring process. We then move on to performance management, a crucial element of any successful organization. Salome breaks down the key components of an effective performance management system, including goal setting, feedback, and development planning. Whether you're a woman seeking for a job, or someone interested in HR or a business owner seeking to improve your people management skills, this episode is packed with valuable insights and takeaways. So join us as we dive into the world of HR and uncover the secrets to success with Salome Delali Atiglah on the Lift Podcast.

BREAKING THROUGH BARRIERS: Discussing MBA at UBC, Chief of Staff at Microsoft, CoFounding Zerone

In this episode of the Lift Podcast, Lady Grace welcomes Abigail Amoakoa Okyere to discuss her inspiring journey of breaking through barriers to achieve her goals. Abi shares her background of growing up in a small town in Ghana and attending one of the top girls' schools in the country before pursuing higher education at the University of Ghana Business School and eventually earning an MBA from the University of British Columbia (UBC). As a Chief of Staff at Microsoft and Co-founder of Zerone Analytics, Abi discusses the challenges she faced in her career and how she overcame them. She shares valuable insights on topics such as pursuing higher education, working at Microsoft, and entrepreneurship. Throughout the conversation, Abi emphasizes the importance of mentorship, networking, and perseverance in achieving success. Tune in to this episode of the Lift Podcast for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion on breaking through barriers.