Persyou ‘Inspiring Leadership’ Director of Persyou, Nicholas McKie brings you cutting edge stories from across the world of education, connecting with recognised leaders and experts to bring you insights into their own leadership journey and philosophy.
4 May 2021: Sedem Ama: Inspiring leadership from the boxing ring
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Sedem Ama is an undefeated two times UK national boxing champion representing the prestigious Repton Boxing Club in East London. Raised in South East London, Sedem found her way into amateur boxing by chance, having needed a positive outlet for her mental and physical health after working in the challenging industry of Public Relations for many years.
Now an Account Director at London based agency, The Fourth Angel, Sedem juggles being an account lead across their wellness brands while training and competing as a full-time elite athlete. In this episode Sedem discusses her approach to high performance, the transferable leadership skills needed to be successful in business and sport as well as taking us into the boxing ring itself.