Lyfe and Money is a podcast to encourage and inspire individuals who strive in a tough environment like that of Cameroon.
It hopes to provide guidance to all those who seem lost and alone in a fight we all have fought and/or are fighting. It looks to serve everyone who feels alone in the struggle for success, financial independence, and advancement in life. To remind and assure its listeners that we are all one in the struggle regardless of the environment
EPS #12. Building Against the Odds – How to Marginally Increase Your Chances of Success in Cameroon (and Tough African Economies) with Gaston CHE
Our episode — “Building Against the Odds” — is all about what it really takes to succeed as an entrepreneur in tough African economies. 💡
From sleepless nights to big wins, we explore:
👉 The challenges of starting up when the odds are stacked against you.
👉 How innovators keep pushing despite funding gaps, regulation, and uncertainty.
👉 Practical lessons for anyone dreaming of building something that lasts.
🎙️ With an inspiring entrepreneur in the tech space, this one is raw, real, and full of insights.
🚀 Follow Gaston here (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaston-che/) and our podcast page [LINK (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lyfe-money-podcast/?viewAsMember=true)] to catch this and more powerful conversations.
Thank you so much for your support🙏🏽
5 Oct 2025
EPS# 11 . Sorry Not Sorry — The Art of Corporate Apologies with Whitney Philis
When a brand makes a mistake, should they apologize? How? And does “sorry” really fix anything? 👀
In this episode, we unpack the right and wrong ways companies say sorry — and why a bad apology can do more damage than silence.
💡 With insights from a CX expert, we break down real-world examples and explore what makes an apology authentic enough to win back trust.
👉 Follow Whitney (LINK (https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-ndibabonga3/)) and our podcast page LINK (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lyfe-money-podcast/ ) on LinkedIn for this and more conversations on other insightful subjects important for personal and professional growth
#CustomerExperience #PR #CX
17 Mar 2025
EPS# 10. Investing in the CEMAC Capital Markets: Building an Investor Mindset with Njitack Pele
Every dreamer and hard worker will like to be financially independent. In Africa and particularly Cameroon, reaching this point is as tough as the word itself. Learning about how the wealthy make money work for them makes this the hard work towards financial independence less heavy
On this first episode of the year, we were with Msr NJITACK Pele of EDC Investment Corporation, where he shares on how one can begin thinking like an investor, how to get started in case you are interested in investing and where to look if you will like to get accurate financial advice
He debunks the myths around investing as we discussed on solutions for investing opportunities for as long as 1,000 XAF.
Everyone can be an investor, it only suffices for you to have the right mindset. Do not be afraid to pursue those objectives.
Let us all edify ourselves with this piece, ushering us into this new year with high hopes for what comes next.
We do hope you enjoy it
Please share with all your friends and family.
Looking forward to your feedbacks
Cheers
4 Mar 2024
EPS#9. LIVING Intentionally: Adapting or succumbing to norms with Tahmo Nancy. An internationally Hardworking scholar, ambassador and analyst shares her views
A conscious attempt to live a life based on values you hold dear. On this episode of the LYFE and MONEY podcast series, we dive into the trivial subject of intentional living, elaborating on questions like
The relationship between living intentionally and fate, how one should look at the two subjects
Dealing with anxiety in the pursuit of your attempt to live intentionally
How to live intentionally
Why you should live intentionally
How to cultivate acceptance despite the hunger for your desired outcomes
Where you can find solace when all seems to be going wrong in your attempt to live intentionally
All these and more we discussed in this episode, it is one of those you will want to listen to over and over for each sentence giving us rich insight
This episode is the first this year among a string of topics we look to delve into. Do not forget to show your support by using either our email lyfe.money3bp@gmail.com (lyfe.money3bp@gmail.com) or through our LINKEDIN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lyfe-money-podcast/?viewAsMember=true)channel
Thank you so much for being a valued listener😊
30 Dec 2023
EPS#8. The things I wish I knew before High School, University: A Teacher's perspective - Fru Evelyn, shares from her experience what it means to be a teacher in this day and age (Part III)
Fru Evelyn is a young secondary and high school teacher in Yaounde Cameroon. She shares with us her experiences as a boarding and day school student and now a teacher on how she navigates being a thoughtful shaper of destinies in this day and age through her profession.
She helps us navigate tough questions about how to treat teaching, curious children, and early adults on the verge of being open to the world through the University. Evelyn brings a new perspective on how to approach teaching and thinking as a teacher. She demonstrates her passion for her job by doing what she wishes had been done to her, advising on the best ways to get the most out of students.
She challenges the mundane methods of the past in education and suggests new ones adapted to the new age of technology and understanding of young minds.
Please do not hesitate to let us know what you think about the episode through our mail lyfe.money3bp@gmail.com (lyfe.money3bp@gmail.com) or reach out to us on our LINKEDIN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lyfe-money-podcast/?viewAsMember=true)channel anytime.
We do appreciate your support of this podcast series. Thank you, truly!! See you next time😊
18 Dec 2023
EPS#7. SpotLight - PenBoy the Artivist who uses his words as a tool of empowerment and activism shares his journey on spoken arts and poetry in Cameroon aiming for the world
Taleambong Boris Alemnge aka "PenBoy"😀 is a spoken word artist and poet. On this episode of the Lyfe and Money Podcast series, we visit his motivations for writing poetry and explore who he is as a performer behind the scenes
PenBoy has struggled and watched others struggle to the point where he now fights for the rights and acts as the voice of the vulnerable and marginalized. He uses his art🎨 and unique style to challenge the status quo debunking conventional aspects of societal ills
Boris has risen through the ranks to become one of Cameroon and Africa's most successful young poets, proven by a remarkable year, after winning several awards and completing some mind-blowing projects.
Check out his work through his social media pages and please show your support for this incredible young man and for the work he is doing for all of Africa and the World
Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/penBoyOfficial) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@penboyofficial)
It's been wonderful getting to experience PenBoy. Do let us know in the Feedback episode what your thoughts were.
Don't forget to come back for more or FOLLOW us on LINKEDIN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lyfe-money-podcast/?viewAsMember=true) to stay up to date with the latest episodes when the time comes.
Thank you so much for being a loyal listener, we appreciate you🙏🏽
24 Nov 2023
EPS6: The things I wish I knew before High School, University: A conversation between former and current students (PART II)
Adonai, Noela, Charnelle, and Divine continue to engage on the topic right up to University. They share their view on how University life can be lived to the fullest, exploring the best moves for University students and first years all from the pertinent questions asked by our host Cyril Akola.
They reflect on their time in secondary, and high school and suggest the best ways current students can maneuver trends in high school and University.
In part two, we dive into choosing the best course for study in the University. We talk about the risks in balancing social and education and the likelihood of success: guarantees. We reflect on our time as students and give best practices for students, parents, and teachers from the student's point of view. We do not always agree, but we did align on striving for a balance between the skills and the grades especially while in the University.
Our society can only grow when we have tough conversations, they permit us to become aware of our choices and how those choices affect our lives and those of our friends. We do hope you enjoy this piece
Let us know what you think. Do not hesitate to subscribe to Spotify, Apple, or Google podcasts to stay current with PART II. Our email lyfe.money3bp@gmail.com (lyfe.money3bp@gmail.com) is always open for all your comments and feedback
Follow us on LINKEDIN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lyfe-money-podcast/?viewAsMember=true)
Let's talk soon🙏🏽
14 Nov 2023
EPS#5. The things I wish I knew before High School, University: A conversation between former and current students (PART I)
Adonai, Charnelle, and Divine engage on this topic by sharing their views on the pertinent questions from our host Cyril Akola.
They reflect on their time in secondary, and high school and suggest the best ways current students can maneuver trends in high school and University.
Part one navigates the dilemmas at these stages of growth for every child, we reflect on our time as students and give best practices for students, parents, and teachers from the student's point of view. We did not always agree, but we did align on striving for a balance between the skills and the grades especially while in the University.
Our society can only grow when we have tough conversations, they permit us to become aware of our choices and how those choices affect our lives and those of our friends. We do hope you enjoy this piece
Let us know what you think. Do not hesitate to subscribe to Spotify, Apple, or Google podcasts to stay current with PART II. Our email lyfe.money3bp@gmail.com (lyfe.money3bp@gmail.com) is always open for all your comments and feedback
Follow us on LINKEDIN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lyfe-money-podcast/?viewAsMember=true)
Let's talk soon🙏🏽
30 Oct 2023
EPS#4. Networking: What, When, Why and How with Alexia Tata. A finance professional with experience in some of the world's top companies, notably GIZ, AFDB, AFC & USIP
Alexia Tata, a current Fulbright scholar and financial professional, shares with us the ins and outs of professional networking.
She believes we all grow by helping others and does her part to always be available for any hungry hustler.
In this episode, we get into a detailed breakdown of professional networking. Alexia draws inspiration from her experiences to deconstruct the concept of networking. She shares advice on why it is important to network, the best ways to professionally network, and how to navigate the risks involved in networking.
She encourages students and every professional to leverage networking as one of the most essential aspects of professional growth, expressing her enthusiasm for every individual with the right networking ability.
I hope you enjoy listening to this episode
You can connect with Alexia on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexia-tata-07816011b/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/alexiatata101?lang=en).
PS. We appreciate you for taking the time to support our efforts on the Lyfe and Money Podcast Series.
Do follow us on all our social media Platforms
LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lyfe-money-podcast/?viewAsMember=true) Twitter (https://twitter.com/CyrilAkola) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/akola.cyril/)
Thank you for joining us, until next time.
Let's grow together💪🏽
14 Oct 2023
EPS#3. Kernyuy Mariant, an AgriTech Farmer and Founder of Ideal Farmers. She is on a mission change the way people think and engage with farming in Cameroon.
Mariant is the Founder and CEO of Ideal Farmers. A 21st-century Agricultural company that specializes in Greenhouse construction and farming, project management, and agricultural consulting
She shares her struggles as a farmer and vision in the agricultural space. Encouraging a change in the way the general public perceives farming. Through her flagship project, the Ideal Farmers Youth Recognition Award IFYRA, she hopes to award young, hardworking farmers around Africa who produce and farm without being encouraged by the masses. She looks to replicate BET Awards but for farmers. In this episode, Mariant shares what motivates her and how she hopes to achieve all she has planned under Ideal Farmers and IFYRA
You can follow their Social Media Pages to stay up to date with their most recent activities especially around the IFYRA 2024, coming soon. You can find their handles below.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/idealfarmers/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IFYRA24
Website: https://idealfarmers.co/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ideal_farmers
Hope you enjoy the episode. Stay tuned for much more.
28 Sept 2023
EPS#2. TIME: An awareness of Experience. Taking advantage of stages in Life. A Reflection
Consciousness, Experience, Time, Life, and the Stages of Life, are topics deserving of their own podcast episode but we have tried to bring them all into one episode by instigating a reflection for all my listeners as early as now on the subjects.
What would you change if you had the chance to go back in time to your younger self and why?
Si vous deviez revenir en arrière, à l'époque où vous étiez plus jeune, que changeriez-vous et pourquoi ?
From these questions, we unveil lessons about our present, awareness of the experience of life in and of itself, and awareness of our limited existence. Encouraging everyone, every listener to take action in living their lives to the fullest, to avoid replaying the past, to focus on the present, and to prepare for their future through taking decisive action in the present.
This episode is a reflective episode in preparation for what is to come. It pushes us to be intentional about why we listen, who we listen to, and what we take as advice depending on our goals and life projects.
Be the change you want to see, teach and give the lessons you wish you took, and live the life you truly believe will bring you fulfillment.
Hope you enjoy the ride. Let's grow together.
Please subscribe and follow our various social media platforms
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10 Sept 2023
EPS #1. SpotLight - The Beauty and Spa Iron Lady | Didi never gives up and does not loss sight of what her journey teaches - Being Intentional in your journey
We get to share in the struggles of Yong Didi Tovia, a Cameroonian Youtuber, Content creator, and Entrepreneur in the Beauty and Spa Business.
She shares her story and lessons on how she became an entrepreneur. The lessons she has been able to learn from her journey as well as what keeps her going in her field as an entrepreneur despite the odds.
She advises those who have not found their passion and those who have not yet known what they would like to do to create value.
She gives us her opinion on how to turn entrepreneurial disappointment into lessons, the ability to control your emotions as well, and how to start any entrepreneurship journey.
You can find her on Tiktok, YouTube, and Instagram using the links below
TikTok: tiktok.com/@237hustlershub
IG: https://instagram.com/didishair1430?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/didtovia?mibextid=ZbWKwL
30 Aug 2023
Teaser
The Lyfe & Money Podcast seeks to shed light on the typical struggles we all face as career professionals, entrepreneurs, or individuals who have not figured out what they would like to do or who they would like to be in their lives.
We will do this using the Spotlight segment, then use the table topic segment to dissect vital issues of our society, debating on the best moves to make as hustlers or people who have a common goal.
We seek to inspire, educate, and comfort the average individual who fights a similar battle.
We seek to uplift the spirit by spreading love and understanding to our hardworking comrades
We seek to create a tribe of dedicated people fighting for their goals despite the odds
We seek to mentor the young and guide the lost
The Lyfe & Money Podcast preaches hard work with an understanding of how to make the most of your life as an individual.
We invite you therefore to have an open mind despite your environment, to believe it is possible despite your background, and to seek that goal you are passionate about with all your might (while doing all these, do not forget life is to be lived and we teach you how to live it)
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