Moxie Uncut

EP 244| Reset Series: Myriam – The Power of Purpose, Driving Impact & Scale

In this week's episode, I sit down with Myriam Sidibe, founder of Brands on a Mission and former corporate social mission lead, for an inspiring conversation about driving purpose, scaling social impact, and navigating career resets. From her early work building water and sanitation systems in refugee camps to scaling global hygiene campaigns reaching over a billion people, Myriam shares how aligning business models with core convictions creates transformational change. She breaks down the power of authentic brand missions, stepping out of corporate comfort zones, and building sustainable ecosystems for lasting societal impact. Key Resets: 00:00 - Preview: Authentic Missions & Driving Scale 01:10 - Episode Intro: Welcome to the Reset Season 02:05 - Meet Myriam: Public Health Leader & Mission Strategist 04:32 - Lessons from the Field: Water, Sanitation & Aid Complexity 07:12 - Subconscious & Behavioral Dynamics in Public Health 09:05 - Transitioning to Private Sector Impact & Corporate Scale 11:59 - Strategic Resets: Leaving Corporate Safety for Entrepreneurship 14:12 - Brands on a Mission: Centering Purpose in Business Models 18:35 - Driving Moderation, Ecosystem Change, & Future Vision 31:45 - Myriam's Final Advice: Unlocking Your Inner Chief Mission Officer Connect with Jenny 🌐 https://jennynuccio.com/contact 📱 Socials: Jenny Nuccio

EP 243| Reset Series: Jaini - Food Relationship, Subconscious Mind & Self-Love

In this week's episode, I sit down with food relationship coach and Rapid Transformational Therapist, Jaini, for an insightful conversation about health transformations, mental reframing, and self-love. From transitioning out of corporate law to addressing the root causes of anxiety and gut health, Jaini reveals how subconscious rewiring, embracing career pivots, and prioritizing intentional rest drive lasting personal restoration. Key Resets: 00:00 - Preview: Intentional Rest & Self-Love 02:28 - Jaini's Introduction & Root Cause Coaching 03:23 - Overcoming Anxiety with Subconscious Rewiring 09:30 - Navigating Health Challenges & Career Pivots 12:28 - Exploring Emotional Connections to Food 15:47 - Overcoming Business Burnout & Reimagining Success 23:38 - Evolution, Empathy, and Restoring Balance Connect with Jenny 🌐 https://jennynuccio.com/contact 📱 Socials: Jenny Nuccio

EP 242| Reset Series: Adrian – Industrial Design, Nairobi Design Week & Embracing Continuous Growth

In this week's episode, I sit down with industrial designer, innovator, and founder of Nairobi Design Week, Adrian Jankowiak, for a deep dive into career shifts, human-centered design, and leadership evolution. From designing consumer goods and sanitation systems across the globe to creating a vibrant creative platform in East Africa, Adrian shares how continuous prototyping, managing team stress, and filtering feedback shape both personal and professional growth. Key Resets: 00:00 – Overview of Reset 01:16 – Relocating to Kenya & Human-Centered Design 07:01 – Defining Daily & Long-Term Resets 09:44 – Leadership Transformation & Managing Team Stress 17:16 – The Genesis and Launch of Nairobi Design Week 23:41 – Constructive Feedback & Continuous Learning Connect with Jenny 🌐 https://jennynuccio.com/contact 📱 Socials: Jenny Nuccio

EP 241| Reset Series: Elizabeth – The Power of Art, Voice & Finding Peace After Derailment

In this episode, I sit down with human rights lawyer and cyanotype artist Elizabeth Ashamu Deng to discuss her personal and professional journey through grief, career shifts, and finding a renewed sense of purpose. Key Resets: 00:00 – Overview of Reset 09:40 – The Forced Reset 10:08 – Reframing Voice & Finding Freedom 13:33 – Embracing 'Don't Wait 22:53 – Listening to the Body Over Hustle Connect with Jenny 🌐 https://jennynuccio.com/contact 📱 Socials: Jenny Nuccio Connect with Elizabeth 📱 Socials: Elewaart

EP 240| Reset Series: Joy Obuya – The Power of Reframing & Rebuilding After Business Closure

EP 239| Reset Series: Judith - The Audacity to Dream, Rebuilding Self-Trust & Overcoming Fears.

EP 238| Reset Series: Suzie - Knowing When to Fold, Protecting Your Secret Sauce & Redefining Success

In this episode of Moxie Uncut, beauty entrepreneur and pioneer Suzie Wokabi shares her powerful reset journey- from launching Kenya's first homegrown makeup brand to navigating the complex identity shifts and creative frictions of a corporate acquisition. When her long-term relationship with her original business model transformed into employment, Suzie adapted. She balanced the emotional realities of letting go with strategic new ventures, channelling her expertise into mentoring the next generation, driving sales for sustainable regional brands, and laying the groundwork for a pan-African beauty collective. Key Reset Moments 00:00 - The Reality of Acquisition Backlash 09:39 - Redefining the Meaning of a Reset 10:20 - Inside the Six-Month Corporate Conversation 12:28 - Navigating Board Meetings Alone at 3:00 a.m. 15:01 - Balancing the Relief and Friction of Employment 17:09 - The Future Horizon: From SB Dada to a House of African Beauty 20:18 - Measuring Success by Inspiration Rather Than Just Financial Metrics 27:38 - Learning When to Fold Without Giving Up 28:49 - Why Your Identity is the Ultimate Competitive Advantage 29:29 - Grounding Routines: The Sanctity of Home, Family, and Cooking Connect with Jenny 🌐 https://jennynuccio.com/contact 📱 Socials: Jenny Nuccio Connect with Suzie 📱 Socials: Suzie Wokabi Filmed at Afrika House 📍 Karen, Hardy, Nairobi 📧 General Inquiries & Bookings: hodi@afrika.house 📱 WhatsApp: +254 725 219 852 📸 Instagram: @afrika.housekenya 👍 Facebook: afrika.housekenya

EP 237 | Reset Series: James - Embracing Adaptability, Mentoring Artists & Cultivating Community

In this episode of Moxie Uncut, creative entrepreneur James Njoroge shares his powerful reset journey - from a celebrated museum exhibition to financial rock bottom, a family medical crisis, and the loss of a stable income. When his old business model stopped working, James adapted. He turned an unexpected opportunity into a live caricature business, pivoted online during COVID-19, and ultimately grew from a solo artist into an industry builder committed to mentoring and empowering other artists. Key Reset Moments • 00:00 - Introducing James Njoroge • 11:14 - First Live Caricature Gig • 13:10 - Drawing 160 People at Church Camp • 17:13 - Pivoting to Virtual Parties During COVID-19 • 22:10 - From Solo Artist to Industry Builder Connect with Jenny • 🌐 https://jennynuccio.com/contact • 📱 Socials: Jenny Nuccio Connect with James • 🌐 Kaatoony Filmed at Afrika House 📍 Karen, Hardy, Nairobi 📧 General Inquiries & Bookings: hodi@afrika.house 📱 WhatsApp: +254 725 219 852 📸 Instagram: @afrika.housekenya 👍 Facebook: afrika.housekenya

EP 236 | Reset Series: Violette Wambua - Building Community, Finding Momentum & Embracing Gratitude

In this episode of the Moxie Uncut's Reset Season, I sit down with entrepreneur, community builder, and podcaster Violette Wambua, founder and CEO of Networking in Heels Africa. Violette shares her unconventional entrepreneurial journey- from a cleaning services business and an accidental community event in 2011 to navigating career pivots across tech and beauty, business dry spells, and a seven-year hiatus focused on motherhood. Together, they explore perfectionism, rejection, momentum, self-reflection, and purpose-and why sometimes a closed door is exactly the protection we need. Key Moments 00:00 - Introducing Violette Wambua 01:18 - The accidental start of Networking in Heels 05:49 - Overcoming perfectionism 07:14 - Pivots, dry spells, and a seven-year hiatus 10:32 - What a reset really means 13:20 - When a closed door is protection 17:44 - Why momentum beats stagnation 19:20 - Becoming your own best business partner 20:22 - Gratitude and grounding rhythms Connect with Jenny 🌐 https://jennynuccio.com/contact 📱 Socials: Jenny Nuccio Connect with Violette Violette Wambua creates spaces for honest conversations, builds meaningful communities, and empowers the next generation of creative leaders. She is also an experienced MC, moderator, and community builder in Nairobi's entrepreneurial ecosystem. 📸 Instagram: @violettendukuwambua 👍 LinkedIn: Violette Nduku Wambua Venue: Afrika House 📍 Karen, Hardy, Nairobi 📧 General Inquiries & Bookings: hodi@afrika.house 📱 WhatsApp: +254 725 219 852 📸 Instagram: @afrika.housekenya 👍 Facebook: afrika.housekenya

EP 228 | Reset Series: Abdirahman – Kidney Failure Recovery, Wellness & Resilience

In this powerful episode of Moxie Uncut, I sit down with Abdirahman, founder of Nyali CrossFit Mombasa, to unpack the life-altering reset that changed his entire trajectory. After battling kidney failure and enduring four years of dialysis, Abdi received a life-saving kidney transplant from a close friend at the onset of the 2019 pandemic. That second chance forced him to rethink everything — from chasing the "rat race" to prioritizing wellness, purpose, and community. What followed was the creation of Nyali CrossFit, an inclusive fitness community in Mombasa built on intentional design, excellence, and impact. Key Takeaways: 0:00 - Introduction to reset 01:13 - The Ultimate Reset 06:35 - Mental Resilience 07:53 - Wellness as a Priority 14:50 - The Power of Showing Up 16:45 - Community & Charity 18:49 - Inclusive & Intentional Design 27:59 - Perspective on Time 30:29 - Persistence I'd love to connect and hear your thoughts. Contact me: https://jennynuccio.com/contact Or find me on social: Jenny Nuccio