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What does it really take to become a CEO, and stay grounded through success, loss, and reinvention?

S2 Ep 1: Stop Chasing Titles, Build Real Impact

Speaker
Lucy Quist
Year
2026
Format
Video
Recorded
4 April 2026

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 mistake ☑️ How writing your vision down can shape your future ☑️ What grief taught Uche about strength, support, and perspective ☑️ Why impact matters more than position ☑️ What aspiring women leaders need to know about becoming CEO ☑️ Why curiosity, adaptability, and a deep toolkit matter in leadership

If 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.

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