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Redefining the Dream Job: It’s Bigger Than the Bag
I want it all. Not in a greedy way—but in an intentional way. A job that provides balance, community, peace, and purpose. So if you’ve been chasing the dream job based on salary alone… maybe it’s time to zoom out and ask: What kind of wealth am I really working for?
Job Applications Alone Won’t Save You — The Hidden Job Market
If your job search strategy is just applying to endless job postings and waiting for a response, I have to be real with you—you’re missing out. Some of the best jobs never even make it to LinkedIn or Indeed. The hidden job market is where the real gems are.
January Got Hands but God Has Legs
If I were to describe January 2025 in one phrase, it’d be what I blurted out in a team meeting this week — bro, January got hands, came in swinging!
January threw its punches, but my God moves mountains.
Associates, Come to the Front - APMM vs APM Explained
At their core, Associate programs are designed for early-career professionals. Think of them as launch pads that give you the tools, experience, and network you need to grow. Two of the most well-known examples are: APMM and APM programs.
That Little Immigrant Girl from Lagos
That little immigrant girl from Lagos, who believed she could do anything if she worked hard enough. That girl who grew up with so little but dreamed so big, one day walking through doors her family had never even seen.
Skip the Bootcamp, Secure the Bag: Tips for Apprenticeships
Pivoting careers isn’t always a linear path. But apprenticeship programs can be the game-changer you need, offering mentorship, real-world experience, and a foot in the door. The journey might not be easy, but trust me—it’s worth it.
Just Gimme My Money: how to Make More in Your Career
Let’s be real: increasing your income is a MUST-HAVE for living the life you want to live in 2025. Making more money at work usually boils down to two approaches. Both require effort, but they approach growth from different angles.
What’s on My Bookshelf? — Fall 2024 SZN Finale
This post is dedicated to books that made me hotter, smarter, and richer this year (shoutout to Maggie Sellers for the mantra). While I read a total of 15 books in 2024, I’m sharing the reads that changed my life for the better.
You can call this my 2024 Consumption Wrapped.
QTNA: Do You Need Certifications to Work in Tech?
Working in tech does not mean you’re working in IT. IT-specific roles—think cybersecurity, networking, or cloud infrastructure—often require certifications. But when it comes to product teams—roles like UX Researcher (that’s me), Product Designer, Product Manager, Data Scientist, or Software Engineer—certifications matter less.
Binge-Worthy: Building a UX Portfolio That Keeps Them Watching
Think about your favorite Netflix series—the kind that hooks you in from the very first episode and keeps you up all night clicking next episode.
For me, that’s easily Nobody Wants This. Now imagine if your UX portfolio could captivate a recruiter or hiring manager in the same way. That’s the goal: to make your portfolio binge-worthy.
You can do Hard Things
Right now, I’m facing a mountain that feels like an endless uphill battle. There are days when I don’t feel like continuing, but I know you are the ultimate mountain mover. You’ve gone before me and set my path straight. Not only have you graced me for this journey, but you’ve also equipped me—so I surrender this mountain to you.
Leaving for Lake Como Tonight
I’d always wondered, what makes this place so special? What do people do here that’s different from the rest of Italy? After catching glimpses of it in Succession’s season 3, my curiosity only grew.
So after my week at the Paris Olympics, I made my way to Lake Como to reunite with my girls for our annual summer trip.
Protecting your Greatest Asset
When you remove something from its usual place, it creates a void that needs to be filled. During this time, I stepped back from social media, Afrobeats, and rooms that don’t glorify God, while focusing more on scripture study, meditation, and intentional conversations with friends.
Disentangling my Career from my Identity
Despite years of education and prestigious positions, I realized that my identity extended far beyond my job title. It's a lesson I've carried with me into my current role. While our careers are undoubtedly important, they're not synonymous with our identities or our purpose.
🟢 Is God in your Close Friends?
Have you ever been part of a group friendship where you never spent one-on-one time with the individuals in the group? That's friendship by association. Personal encounters are vital for nurturing a friendship with God.