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All episodes of The Legacy & Leadership Series are sponsored by Financial Joy Academy.

In this special episode, we take leadership beyond the educational landscape and into the dynamic world of music, arts, and creativity with our guest, Elijah. A writer, DJ, and creative visionary, Elijah has spent 15 years shaping London’s independent music and arts scene—spanning artist and label management, event production, and creative direction.

Through his influential project Yellow Squares, he explores the nature of creative work, inspiring audiences worldwide through visual installations, an album, a book, and a lecture series. As a contributor to The Guardian and co-founder of the groundbreaking Grime label Butterz (2010-2021), Elijah has continually pushed boundaries, embraced change, and redefined success on his own terms.

This conversation is a powerful addition to the Legacy & Leadership series, demonstrating that the traits of effective leadership—courage, risk-taking, and innovation—are universal, no matter the field. Whether you're leading a school, a creative movement, or a personal project, this episode will challenge you to see leadership in a whole new light.

Highlights:

• 10:15    The importance of the feedback loop 
• 17:28    Self leadership
• 20:52   Risk v Balance
• 28:55   Importance of learning 
• 31:27    Experimentation
• 35:39   Leadership qualities 
• 55:40   Vulnerability and leadership

Connect with Elijah
Instagram: Eli1ah

Photo credit: Osman Ahmed

Music - Yellow Square: Elijah, Jammz, Blay Vision

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