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The Freshstart PodcastHow to develop skills for the future of work with David OjeyinkaDear Immigrants is a 5-10 minute weekly letter to immigrants on varying topics to help them navigate their journey.
The topic of today's episode is “5 ways to develop skills for the future of work” where I shared the top strategies for building the skills that will not only help you succeed, but thrive, in the future of work.
2023-05-0806 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to avoid the comparison trap as an immigrant with David OjeyinkaOn this week's episode of the Freshstarthub podcast, I delved deep into a topic that hits close to home for me: how to avoid the comparison trap as an immigrant. As someone who has walked the path of a newcomer, I know firsthand how easy it is to fall into the trap of comparing yourself to those around you.
But here's the thing: comparison is a thief of joy. It robs you of your progress, your confidence, and your happiness. And as an immigrant, you already have enough challenges to face without the added...
2023-04-1106 min
Coffee With ConveryBlack History Month, patience and compassion with David OjeyinkaStudents, New Grads, and Career Seekers, Welcome to #CoffeeWithConvery. On today’s podcast, I have invited David Ojeyinka to join me.
David is a graduate of the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University with Master of Management Innovation & Entrepreneurship. He also holds a Associate Degree in International Business Management from Mohawk College and a Bachelor’s Degree, Psychology and Business from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria.
He has worked held many positions at RBC and he is currently the Manager, Workplace Experience at Deloitte Canada. He also the founder of the Freshstart Hub, a care...
2023-03-021h 00The Freshstart PodcastBe willing to go through the process with David OjeyinkaDear Immigrants is a 5-10 minute weekly letter to immigrants on varying topics to help them navigate their journey.
The topic of today's episode is “is “Be willing to go through the process” where I shared five ways to help you enjoy the process.
2022-10-3107 minThe Freshstart PodcastBe Kind to Yourself with David OjeyinkaDear Immigrants is a 5-10 minute weekly letter to immigrants on varying topics to help them navigate their journey.
The topic of today's episode is “is “Be kind to yourself” where I shared four ways to be kind to yourself.
Listen, enjoy, and share.
2022-10-1706 minThe Freshstart PodcastBelieve in yourself with David OjeyinkaDear Immigrants is a 5-10 minute weekly letter to immigrants on varying topics to help them navigate their journey.
The topic of today's episode is “Believe in yourself” where I shared a very important trait of highly successful people.
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2022-10-0306 minThe Freshstart PodcastYou are more powerful than you think with David OjeyinkaDear Immigrants is a 5-10 minute weekly letter to immigrants on varying topics to help them navigate their journey.
The topic of today's episode is “You Are More Powerful Than You Think” where I shared one principle that all successful leaders understand its importance.
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2022-09-2607 minThe Freshstart PodcastYou have what it takes with David OjeyinkaDear Immigrants is a 5-10 minute weekly letter to immigrants on varying topics to help them navigate their journey.
The topic of today's episode is “You have what it takes” where I shared 3 principles that have helped me.
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2022-09-1907 minThe Freshstart PodcastCongratulations, you made it with David OjeyinkaDear Immigrants is a 5-10 minute weekly letter to immigrants on varying topics to help them navigate their journey.
The topic of today's episode is “Congratulations, you made it” where I discussed two important principles that can help you on this journey.
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2022-09-1207 min
The Freshstart PodcastHow To Harness The Power Of Community with Janet AdesinaThe pandemic's social distancing has left a void for ways for people to feel connected and like they belong. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on our mental health has received a lot of attention in the media. Why do people want to be a part of a community, and how can immigrants best capitalize on this innate desire to belong?
In this week's episode, I chat with Janet Adesina, a community builder. Janet shared her expectations versus her reality in Canada, the role mentors played in her life, why belonging to the right community is important...
2022-01-2430 minThe Freshstart PodcastThe Blueprint of Successful Start-ups with Gbemi Akande - Part 2This is the Part 2 of The Blueprint of Successful Start-ups with Gbemi Akande. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context. Now let's dive right into Part 2 of The Blueprint of Successful Start-ups with Gbemi Akande.
Many aspiring entrepreneurs have it backward. They believe that launching a massively successful business is as simple as snapping their fingers. A good genie in the sky will appear out of nowhere to bless their idea and suddenly fill their bank account with billions...
2022-01-1728 minThe Freshstart PodcastThe Blueprint of Successful Start-ups with Gbemi AkandeMany aspiring entrepreneurs have it backward. They believe that launching a massively successful business is as simple as snapping their fingers. A good genie in the sky will appear out of nowhere to bless their idea and suddenly fill their bank account with billions. It's time to wake up!
In this week's episode, I chat with Gbemi Akande, an industry expert who provides advisory service to founders. Gbemi shared some proven traits that separate successful founders from those that fail, he shared the event that lead to him moving to Canada, strategies he uses to land good...
2022-01-1037 minThe Freshstart PodcastSome of our plans for 2022 with David Ojeyinka.Today's episode is about our plans for 2022. Listen, enjoy and provide feedback. Please share with everyone you think might benefit.
2022-01-0314 min
The Freshstart PodcastOur 2021 Year in Review with David OjeyinkaToday's episode is a solo episode talking about some of our 2021 successes and initiatives for 2022.
Some of our 2021 successes includes:
Over 42 members of our community landed well-paying jobs
We had $3.2M in economic impact for internationally trained talents
We launched our job board
We launched our free career tools and templates portal
We launched our free career accelerator bootcamp
We hosted over 15 mentorship sessions with industry professionals
We had over 11K podcast listens & downloads
We hosted 32 events
We collaborated with 15 leading organizations
We shared over 300 resumes of Freshstart hubers with recruiters
Thank you.
2021-12-2705 minThe Freshstart PodcastMaking 2022 Your Best Year Ever with David OjeyinkaThis week's episode is all about how to make 2022 your best year ever. I spoke about the excerpt of a book titled; "Your Best Year Ever" and how you can utilize some of the principles from the book to make 2022 your best year ever.
2021-12-2013 minThe Freshstart PodcastMaking the Leap into Entrepreneurship with Precious Ile - Part 2This is the Part 2 of Making the Leap to Entrepreneurship with Precious Ile. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context. Now let's dive right into Part 2 of Making the Leap to Entrepreneurship with Precious Ile.
Getting a startup off the ground can leave you vulnerable — emotionally and financially — especially for those without a safety net and immigrants.
This week's episode is all about how to make the leap to entrepreneurship. I discussed extensively with Precious what started her...
2021-12-1335 minThe Freshstart PodcastMaking the Leap into Entrepreneurship with Precious IleGetting a startup off the ground can leave you vulnerable — emotionally and financially — especially for those without a safety net and immigrants.
This week's episode is all about how to make the leap to entrepreneurship. I discussed extensively with Precious what started her interest in entrepreneurship, how to distinguish between volunteering and being extorted, what entrepreneurship is all about, and much more.
2021-12-0635 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Convert Your Passion to Profit and Build a Business You Love with Dr. Shahab AnariChasing passions and following dreams is becoming the norm as people begin to move away from the traditional nine to five, towards the goal of doing what they love.
This week's episode is all about how to convert your passion to profit and build a business you love. I discussed extensively with Dr. Shahab why he chose a different path after medical school, the difficulties he faced as a newcomer, the top three skills needed to be a successful immigrant entrepreneur, and much more.
2021-11-2947 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Deal With Job Search Rejection with David Ojeyinka.Job-hunting can at times be stressful, and it can be even more so when you thought you aced an interview only to get rejected for the position.
This week's episode is all about how to deal with job search rejection. I shared some of the tips I use to deal with rejections.
2021-11-2221 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Make Strides As An Immigrant in Canada and Beyond with Norman Musengimana - Part 2This is the Part 2 of How to Make Strides As An Immigrant in Canada and Beyond with Norman Musengimana. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context. Now let's dive right into Part 2 of How to Make Strides As An Immigrant in Canada and Beyond with Norman Musengimana.
In our world today, it is easy to get discouraged, and even to feel despair. But one of the best ways of fighting back against discouragement and despair is to find the...
2021-11-1542 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Make Strides As An Immigrant in Canada and Beyond with Norman MusengimanaIn our world today, it is easy to get discouraged, and even to feel despair. But one of the best ways of fighting back against discouragement and despair is to find the things we can do in our own lives to make the world more just, more compassionate, and more kind.
This week's episode is all about how to make strides as an Immigrant in Canada and beyond. I discussed extensively with Norman his journey to Canada, his journey to entrepreneurship, and much more.
2021-11-0857 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Navigate your Journey as An International Student in Canada with Mary AsekomeThe 500,000 international students who come to Canada every year for college and university studies are just the tip of the iceberg. Thousands more travel here to go to elementary or high school, to take part in exchange programs, or attend language school. Canada is a great place to grow and thrive as a student but adapting to a new environment takes time. Although each person's experience is different,
This week's episode is all about how international students can navigate their journey in Canada. I discussed extensively with Mary how to deal with peer pressure as a student...
2021-11-0150 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Keep Your Eyes on The Goal with Raj Kothari - Part 2This is Part 2 of “Keeping Your Eyes on The Goal with Raj Kothari” If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
What will keep you motivated toward your goal? The answer, keep your eyes on it. Never lose sight of what you are working toward. Look at the picture and the reward you will reap when you finally reach your goal. Goals seem so far in the future and so hard to reach unless you break them down into small step...
2021-10-3136 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Engage the Canadian Culture as an Immigrant with Charles MarfulAs new immigrants continue to form part of the Canadian multicultural fabric they must fully understand their obligations as a Canadian resident/citizen. They must understand and accept that they are expected to contribute to national safety, stability, and social harmony.
This week's episode is all about how immigrants can engage the Canadian culture. I discussed extensively with Charles the importance of role models, how to engage the Candian culture, Charles’ advice as a Human Resources executive, and much more.
2021-10-2554 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Forge your Career Path as an Immigrant with Sharon WuThere's no right or wrong way to create the life you want, but there is your way!
The challenge is that it requires you to pause and listen to your own intuition and soul guidance - and what that looks like is different for everyone.
This week's episode is all about how immigrants can forge their career paths. I discussed extensively with Sharon how she landed a job in journalism despite the challenges she faced, the role of allyship for career success, and much more.
2021-10-1839 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Live an Adventurous Life as an Immigrant with Sorin Mihailovici - Part 2This is Part 2 of A Life of Adventure with Sorin Mihailovici. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context. Now let's dive right into Part 2 of A Life of Adventure with Sorin Mihailovici.
“Life is inherently risky. There is only one big risk you should avoid at all costs, and that is the risk of doing nothing.” ~Denis Waitley
This week's episode is all about how immigrants can live an adventurous life. I discussed extensively with Sorin how he g...
2021-10-1128 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Live an Adventurous Life as an Immigrant with Sorin Mihailovici“Life is inherently risky. There is only one big risk you should avoid at all costs, and that is the risk of doing nothing.” ~Denis Waitley
This week's episode is all about how immigrants can live an adventurous life. I discussed extensively with Sorin how he got appearances in major movies as an immigrant in Canada, the importance of hard work and patience, the benefits of keeping your end goal in sight, and much more.
2021-10-0437 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Make it to the Top As An Immigrant with Hua YuThe world has become so competitive, doing well in your job and moving forward with your career is more important now than ever. Career advancement and recognition are on every professional's list of goals. But what sets the exceptional professionals apart?
This week's episode is all about how immigrants can make it to the top of their careers. I discussed extensively with Hua the importance of mentors & sponsors, how to cultivate a mentor-mentee relationship, and much more.
2021-09-2750 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Carve Your Own Path as An International Student with Christopher Evelyn - Part 2This is Part 2 of Carving your own path as an international student with Christopher Evelyn. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context. Now let's dive right into Part 2 of Carving your own path as an international student with Christopher Evelyn.
Have you ever felt weird?
It’s as if everyone was doing one thing, and here you were, doing something completely different. Whenever you choose to do something different — whether it’s moving somewhere abroad, starting a busine...
2021-09-2027 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Carve Your Own Path as An International Student with Christopher Evelyn.Have you ever felt weird?
It’s as if everyone was doing one thing, and here you were, doing something completely different. Whenever you choose to do something different — whether it’s moving somewhere abroad, starting a business, or embarking on a personal journey — someone, somewhere will have an opinion.
And often, the opinion won’t be positive. If it’s something unusual, your family and friends will express their concerns or try to convince you to do something else. Strangers might give you that wary sideways glance and wonder about you.
But if you want...
2021-09-1343 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Succeed as an International Student in Canada with Pat ChaisangYou’ve made the decision to study in Canada, now what? There’s a lot that goes into student success, like building the right professional relationship and understanding the Canadian job market is a real advantage for international students in Canada.
No matter what you’re studying or where you study, being properly prepared gives you a real advantage as an international student in Canada.
This week's episode is all about how you can succeed in Canada as an International student. I discussed extensively with Pat how to overcome the language barrier as an international studen...
2021-09-0649 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Take Hold of Opportunities with Diogène NtirandekuraTo live without a plan is to live a casual life and those that live casual lives often become casualties of the challenges in the world. This is why "planning" is very crucial to the success of anyone.
This week's episode is all about how to design a good plan for your career journey and taking hold of opportunities when they show up. I discussed extensively with Diogene what lead him to relocate to Canada from Belgium, how to find mentors, the value immigrants bring to the Canadian economy, and much more.
2021-08-3055 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Achieve Career Success through Lifelong Learning with Clare Dai - Part 2This is Part 2 of Career Success Through Lifelong Learning with Clare Dai. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context. Now let's dive right into Part 2 of Career Success Through Lifelong Learning with Clare Dai.
Lifelong learning has been a topic of conversation for some time, but it’s never been more important or relevant than today. The rate of change experienced in the workplace continues to accelerate. Uncertainty runs rampant. Artificial Intelligence looms large, causing many professionals to wonder wh...
2021-08-2724 min
The Empowered in My Skin PodcastDavid Ojeyinka: Rise To The OccasionNkechi's guest is none other than David Ojeyinka, founder of Fresh Start Hub and host of podcast by the same name. Fresh Start Hub is a platform dedicated to helping newcomers, immigrants and international students achieve their career goals faster through initiatives like the Freshstart podcast, the Freshstart mentorship program, the Freshstart career information sessions.
David is active in the community and he currently serves on the board of Horizons for Youth - a shelter for at-risk and homeless youth between the ages of 16-24 years old in Toronto that provides youth with the support they...
2021-08-2631 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Achieve Career Success through Lifelong Learning with Clare DaiLifelong learning has been a topic of conversation for some time, but it’s never been more important or relevant than today. The rate of change experienced in the workplace continues to accelerate. Uncertainty runs rampant. Artificial Intelligence looms large, causing many professionals to wonder what it means for them and their future. And, most industry sectors continue to experience heightening competition in the marketplace.
Life is also longer today, putting greater emphasis on lifelong learning.
This week's episode is all about how we can achieve career success through lifelong learning. I discussed extensively with Cl...
2021-08-2337 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Win Against All Odds with Gaurav Upadhya - Part 2This is Part 2 of Winning Against All Odds with Gaurav Upadhya. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context. Now let's dive right into Part 2 of Winning Against All Odds with Gaurav Upadhya.
If a tiger was chasing you, you will not be looking towards a motivational speaker to guide you. You will run. We can hear all the motivational speeches and read motivational books we want, but the forces within us should push us to get things done.
2021-08-2035 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Win Against All Odds with Gaurav UpadhyaIf a tiger was chasing you, you will not be looking towards a motivational speaker to guide you. You will run. We can hear all the motivational speeches and read motivational books we want, but the forces within us should push us to get things done.
Gaurav got polio at age 3 years when the vaccine he had didn’t work. Despite the fact that Doctors told Gaurav’s parents that he wouldn’t be able to walk but with help from his mother he was able to overcome it. The result was that he was eventually able to wal...
2021-08-1644 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Use Your Voice to Effect Change with Onome AkoUsing your voice for change can be simple or complex. Your voice is a powerful tool.
Incredible people throughout history have used their voices to create change. Maya Angelou was a poet and an activist who used her voice in support of the Civil Rights Movement. Jazz Jennings is a teenager who got her claim to fame by becoming an American YouTube personality as an LGBT rights activist and a transgender woman.
The misconception is that you don’t have to be famous or have a million followers on Instagram to be able to empower som...
2021-08-0939 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Keep Your Eyes on The Goal with Raj KothariWhat will keep you motivated toward your goal? The answer, keep your eyes on it. Never lose sight of what you are working toward. Look at the picture and the reward you will reap when you finally reach your goal. Goals seem so far in the future and so hard to reach unless you break them down into small steps that allow you to track your progress.
This week's episode is all about how to keep your eyes on your personal and professional success. I discussed extensively with Raj how he was able to climb to the...
2021-08-0231 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Close Immigrants' Wealth Gap with Rajan BansiA wage gap between newly landed immigrants and native-born Canadians may be quite natural for a variety of reasons, but do immigrants narrow this wage gap as they become more attuned to local market conditions? One measure of economic assimilation by immigrants is their wage growth relative to that of other Canadians.
This week's episode is all about how to close the immigrants’ wealth gap in Canada. I discussed extensively with Rajan how he is using RBC Investease to help immigrants close the wealth gap.
2021-07-2649 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Navigate Career Uncertainty with Daniella OdesaIf you are feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. That’s because humans crave certainty. There are many things out of our control right now, including the severity of the coronavirus pandemic, the duration of social-distancing measures, the economic and financial impact, and government policy. What we can control is our own response to the current crisis.
This week's episode is all about how you can prepare and learn to be comfortable with career uncertainty. I discussed extensively with Daniella how she was able to navigate her career despite the uncertainties thrown her way.
2021-07-1938 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Future-Proof Your Career with Helen Peng - Part 2This is Part 2 of “Future-proofing Your Career with Helen Peng” If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
The prospect of job losses has led to rising concerns about job security. A majority (53%) of survey respondents report that their employees are “very” or “fairly” concerned about their short-term job security, while 25% of survey respondents say their employees are “not at all” concerned. These figures show significantly higher levels of concern, compared to two years ago. In MindEdge’s 2019 Future of Work survey, just...
2021-07-1530 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Future-Proof Your Career with Helen Peng - Part 1The prospect of job losses has led to rising concerns about job security. A majority (53%) of survey respondents report that their employees are “very” or “fairly” concerned about their short-term job security, while 25% of survey respondents say their employees are “not at all” concerned. These figures show significantly higher levels of concern, compared to two years ago. In MindEdge’s 2019 Future of Work survey, just 32% of managers said their employees were “very” or “fairly” concerned about losing their jobs, and fully 38% said they were “not at all” concerned.
This week's episode is all about strategies to future-proof your career with the world...
2021-07-1228 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Achieve Career and Personal Success Unconventionally with Roy Ratnavel.After being forced to leave war-torn Sri Lanka and immigrating to Canada, Roy started as a mail clerk at CI Global Asset Management and over the span of 30 years, has made the leap to Executive Vice-President at CI Financial as well as the Head of Distribution for CI Global Asset Management.
This week's episode is all about strategies Roy Ratnavel used to climb the corporate ladder in Canada. I discussed extensively with Roy the strategies he used to navigate his career and how he leveraged his unique attributes to stand out in his professional and personal life.
2021-07-0546 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to overcome limiting beliefs with Arlene RuizBeliefs are like road signs that point you in the right direction. Without beliefs to guide, it would be impossible to know how to act. However, you need to learn how to overcome limiting beliefs when they are negative because they’ll drag you down.
This week's episode is all about strategies Arlene Ruiz uses to overcome limiting beliefs as a newcomer. I discussed extensively with Arlene how she is helping her clients to overcome insecurities.
2021-06-2841 minThe Freshstart PodcastBuilding Lasting Relationships with Isaac Garcia-SittonIt takes a dedicated amount of time and energy to build good, strong, lasting business relationships today. They are such an integral and necessary part of success, but people don’t seem to want to put in the work.
This week's episode is all about strategies Isaac Garcia-Sitton used to build quality and long-lasting personal & professional relationships with others. I discussed extensively with Isaac what has helped him to foster relationships and how you can do the same.
2021-06-2144 minThe Freshstart PodcastStrategically Building Wealth in Your 20s with Reni OdetoyinboIf you take everything the media says at face value, you might think young people — and especially millennials — are hopeless when it comes to money. The portrayals the media sells about today’s young adults aren’t always accurate.
This week's episode is all about when & how to invest as a young adult. I discussed extensively with Reni Odetoyinbo the strategies she is using to build wealth at a young age.
2021-06-1451 minThe Freshstart PodcastLeveraging Your Uniqueness As An Immigrant to Succeed with Faham Rashid - Part 2This is Part 2 of “Leveraging Your Uniqueness As An Immigrant to Succeed with Faham Rashid” If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
The job market is so competitive, so how do I differentiate myself? Differentiation is what sets you apart from the crowd and creates a sustainable, competitive advantage. There has never been nor will there ever be another individual exactly like you. You are unique and your talents, thoughts, ideas, beliefs, and contributions cannot be duplicated. Therefore, differentiation is h...
2021-06-0743 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Leverage Your Uniqueness as an Immigrant to Succeed with Faham RashidThe job market is so competitive, so how do I differentiate myself? Differentiation is what sets you apart from the crowd and creates a sustainable, competitive advantage. There has never been nor will there ever be another individual exactly like you. You are unique and your talents, thoughts, ideas, beliefs, and contributions cannot be duplicated. Therefore, differentiation is how you communicate and apply your unique gifts.
This week's episode is all about how Faham Rashid used his international experience to his advantage. I discussed extensively with Faham what he did to set himself apart and how immigrants...
2021-05-3148 minThe Freshstart PodcastA Quest for Gender Parity with Caroline Codsi - Part 2This is Part 2 of “A Quest for Gender Parity with Caroline Codsi.” If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
Research shows that the world has a long way to go to achieve gender equality. Despite decades of progress, millions of women and girls still deal with violence and discrimination. Steps like closing the gender pay gap and promoting girls’ education make a huge difference. While most believe that gender equality is a worthy goal, why is it good for everyo...
2021-05-2425 minThe Freshstart PodcastA Quest for Gender Parity with Caroline CodsiResearch shows that the world has a long way to go to achieve gender equality. Despite decades of progress, millions of women and girls still deal with violence and discrimination. Steps like closing the gender pay gap and promoting girls’ education make a huge difference. While most believe that gender equality is a worthy goal, why is it good for everyone? Why should it be such a high priority?
This week's episode is all about how Caroline Codsi is helping women to advance their careers and sit on boards. I discussed extensively with Caroline how she is ma...
2021-05-1728 minThe Freshstart PodcastRisking it all with Dr. Chika Onwuekwe - Part 2This is Part 2 of “Risking it all with Dr. Chika Onwuekwe, Q.C.” If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
It takes advice and support to be a successful immigrant. But it’s one thing to have the resources and another thing to use them – to listen to the advice and take action.
This week's episode is all about how Dr. Chika risked it all to pursue his dreams in Canada. I discussed extensively with Dr. Chika the prac...
2021-05-1036 minThe Freshstart PodcastRisking it all with Dr. Chika OnwuekweIt takes advice and support to be a successful immigrant. But it’s one thing to have the resources and another thing to use them – to listen to the advice and take action.
This week's episode is all about how Dr. Chika risked it all to pursue his dreams in Canada. I discussed extensively with Dr. Chika the practical strategies that have helped him navigate his career journey to a senior leadership level.
2021-05-0339 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to build a meaningful career with Natasha WaljiEveryone aspires to have purpose or meaning in their career but how do you actually do that? What practical steps can you take today or this month to make sure you’re not just toiling away at your desk but you’re doing something you genuinely care about?
This week's episode is all about how to build a meaningful career. I discussed extensively with Natasha the practical steps she took to do something she genuinely cares about.
2021-04-2644 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to lead the way forward with Farah QasemiThe road to a “new normal” after the COVID-19 pandemic is likely to be long, uncertain, and bumpy, building resilience will be vital. Resilience is a capacity to recover and grow as a result of challenging times. Newcomers and immigrants need to incorporate strategies that would enable their rapid career recovery through upskilling and reskilling.
This week's episode is all about how Farah is leading the way forward as an exemplary leader. I discussed extensively with shared Farah the practical strategies that have helped her to climb the corporate ladder as a young immigrant.
2021-04-1950 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to reframe failure with Naki OsuteiIt seems like we have two options in life: succeed or fail. Get what you worked for and you're a success. Fall short of that, and you're a failure. We think about these two outcomes as if they were binary.
But maybe it's time we rethink failure. That is, how we can use failure to provide advantages that we might not gain otherwise. In this week’s episode, you’ll learn about how to reframe failure.
This week's episode is all about how you can bounce back from failure quickly & easily. I discussed extensively with Naki...
2021-04-1245 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to switch careers as an immigrant with Farhana MahbubThere may come a time in your working life when you decide to change careers. Career changes happen for several reasons, but when they do, there are advantages to being strategic about it.
For example, a strategic career change will likely lead to greater job satisfaction. In this week’s episode, you’ll learn about why someone might change career paths.
This week's episode is all about how you can plan your next career move. I discussed extensively with Farhana Mahbub strategies she used to switch her career path.
2021-04-0525 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to pull immigrant women up to leadership roles with Alma Arzate.Research shows that companies in the top quartile for executive-team gender diversity were 21% “more likely to experience above-average profitability than companies in the fourth quartile.” You have to wonder: Why are we not seeing more progress?
Women face challenges, stubborn stereotypes, and stigmas that are roadblocks to their advancement. Understanding those dynamics is the first step toward a more equal and productive workplace.
This week's episode is all about how immigrant women can be pulled up to senior leadership roles. I discussed extensively with Alma Arzate how she is making way for other women and givin...
2021-03-2951 minThe Freshstart PodcastBreaking the Glass Ceiling with Eva Lee Kwok - Part 2This is Part 2 of breaking the glass ceiling with Eva Lee Kwok. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
Glass ceiling is a metaphor for the evident but intangible hierarchical impediment that prevents minorities and women from achieving elevated professional success.
The term was first popularized in the 80s to describe the challenges women face when their careers stagnate at middle-management roles, preventing them from achieving higher leadership or executive roles.
2021-03-2533 minThe Freshstart PodcastBreaking the Glass Ceiling with Eva Lee Kwok.Glass ceiling is a metaphor for the evident but intangible hierarchical impediment that prevents minorities and women from achieving elevated professional success.
The term was first popularized in the 80s to describe the challenges women face when their careers stagnate at middle-management roles, preventing them from achieving higher leadership or executive roles.
This week's episode is all about how immigrant women can break the glass ceiling and achieve senior leadership roles. I discussed extensively with Eva Lee Kwok how she overcame the barriers she faced on her path to senior executive and board director roles.
2021-03-2234 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to build a more equal world for Women and BIPOC with Fiona Macfarlane - Part 2This is Part 2 of building a more inclusive world for women and BIPOC with Fiona Macfarlane. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
The coronavirus pandemic has exposed serious problems with the ways we have constructed our societies and economies on the backs of women’s unpaid labor. There is an opportunity to rebuild better, with women’s rights at the center, to prioritize care for people and the planet, and to energize progress on gender equality, for the bene...
2021-03-1729 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to build a more equal world for Women and BIPOC with Fiona MacfarlaneThe coronavirus pandemic has exposed serious problems with the ways we have constructed our societies and economies on the backs of women’s unpaid labor. There is an opportunity to rebuild better, with women’s rights at the center, to prioritize care for people and the planet, and to energize progress on gender equality, for the benefit of all.
This week's episode is all about how to create a more equal world for women and BIPOC. I discussed extensively with Fiona Macfarlane how she rose to the top of her career despite the challenges she faced on her...
2021-03-1536 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Play the Hand you are Dealt with Sobhana Jaya-Madhavan - Part 2This is Part 2 of playing the hand you're dealt with Sobhana Jaya-Madhavan. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
Playing the hand you’re dealt is about using what you already have, using the things you’ve been given. Wishing that you had it differently or whining about how unfair your life is only serves to take away your power. The fact is, your life isn’t different.
This week's episode is all about how to play the ha...
2021-03-1030 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to play the hand you are dealt with Sobhana Jaya-Madhavan.Playing the hand you’re dealt is about using what you already have, using the things you’ve been given. Wishing that you had it differently or whining about how unfair your life is only serves to take away your power. The fact is, your life isn’t different.
This week's episode is all about how to play the hand you are dealt. I discussed extensively with Sobhana Jaya-Madhavan the strategies she has used to navigate difficult moments in both her personal and professional life.
You'll Learn:
The event that changed the trajectory of Sobhan...
2021-03-0835 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to Pave the Way for the Next Generation of Women with Racheal AweWomen are still substantially under-represented in leadership positions in various industries across the world.
Women who have risen to leadership positions have faced uphill battles to get to the top. How did those women who get to the top do it? What was it that set them apart?
This week's episode is all about how to create opportunities for the next generation of women. I discussed extensively with Racheal Awe how she has navigated her career journey so far.
You'll Learn:
The importance of good role models.
The importance of curiosity.
The...
2021-03-0152 minThe Freshstart PodcastThe power of allyship for immigrants with Lovelyn Toyo - Part 2This is Part 2 of the power of allyship for immigrants with Lovelyn Toyo. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
To have the most successful and well-rounded industry, the representation of marginalized groups in the industry must improve. To invoke this change, the majority must help, support and advocate for the minority. If engaged correctly, allies hold the power and the key to stimulate positive change
This week's episode is all about the importance of having allies...
2021-02-2333 minThe Freshstart PodcastThe power of allyship for immigrants with Lovelyn ToyoTo have the most successful and well-rounded industry, the representation of marginalized groups in the industry must improve. To invoke this change, the majority must help, support and advocate for the minority. If engaged correctly, allies hold the power and the key to stimulate positive change
This week's episode is all about the importance of having allies for visible minorities in the workplace. I discussed extensively with Lovelyn Toyo how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can find allies that would support their careers.
2021-02-2235 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace with Chandran Fernando - Part 2This is Part 2 of embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace with Chandran Fernando. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
Diversity in the workplace statistics shows that most companies need to desperately consider aspects of inclusivity to create a diverse workforce.
By embracing people’s differences, we can spark innovation, better understand and serve our customers and gain a competitive advantage.
This week's episode is all about embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion in th...
2021-02-1647 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace with Chandran FernandoDiversity in the workplace statistics shows that most companies need to desperately consider aspects of inclusivity to create a diverse workforce.
By embracing people’s differences, we can spark innovation, better understand and serve our customers and gain a competitive advantage.
You'll Learn:
How to deal with racial slurs.
How to pursue your passion even when you don’t have traditional experience.
How a twist of fate lead Chandran down the path of human resources.
How to bet on yourself.
How to step outside of your comfort zone.
How the word “diversity & equity” can be used...
2021-02-1543 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to speak up for diversity and inclusion with Meryl AfrikaAs the workforce continues to more closely reflect our actual population demographics, diversity and its sibling, inclusion, are becoming even more important to learn about and understand. “Diversity” is shorthand for the mix of employees when it comes to race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, and so on, while “inclusion” is making the mix work.
This week's episode is all about speaking up and speaking out for diversity and inclusion. I discussed extensively with Meryl Afrika how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can master the art of speaking up for diversity and inclusion.
2021-02-0859 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to set the pace for other people's success by Sam EffahFor Sam, winning is a choice. A choice he makes hundreds of times a day. Whether it’s setting goals, training, or eating right, Sam makes each decision with his end goal in mind. These tiny decisions separate him from other elite athletes and give him an edge above the competition.
This week's episode is all about how immigrants can strive for more. I discussed extensively with Sam Effah what has helped him to strive for more.
2021-02-0139 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to thrive as an international student with Temi OdesanyaImmigrants fuel a country's economy as both employees, entrepreneurs, and CEOs.
Despite their eventual success, international students often face unique challenges during their career development.
This week's episode is all about how international students can thrive and overcome the challenges they are faced with. I discussed extensively with Temi Odesanya the strategies that helped her to acclimatize and thrive as an international student.
You'll Learn
How to transition from being a student to being a professional.
How to manage workplace bullying.
How to write a compelling resume.
How to land a job...
2021-01-251h 12The Freshstart PodcastHow to insure your career with Naveed Irshad - Part 2This is Part 2 of “Insuring your career with Naveed Irshad.” If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
Whether you've been laid off, thinking about a new job, or you're comfortable in the job you have, a career insurance policy can help take some of the weight from your shoulders. You'll have the basics—money, your professional network, your skills, and an escape plan, all taken care of, so you can focus on deciding what you should do next. In today’...
2021-01-1825 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to insure your career with Naveed IrshadWhether you've been laid off, thinking about a new job, or you're comfortable in the job you have, a career insurance policy can help take some of the weight from your shoulders. You'll have the basics—money, your professional network, your skills, and an escape plan, all taken care of, so you can focus on deciding what you should do next. In today’s episode, you’ll learn about establishing a solid foundation for your career.
This week's episode is all about how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can get to the top of their profession as Naveed...
2021-01-1133 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to switch your career path with Janey BuzugbeThere may come a time in your working life when you decide to change careers. Career changes happen for several reasons, but when they do, there are advantages to being strategic about it. For example, a strategic career change will likely lead to greater job satisfaction. In today’s episode, you’ll learn about why Janey changed her career path.
This week's episode is all about how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can plan their next career move. I discussed extensively with Janey Buzugbe how she strategically made a career switch to an industry she is passionate abou...
2021-01-0452 minThe Freshstart PodcastA Reflection on 2020 and a Chat about Our 2021 Goals with David OjeyinkaWhen COVID-19 started, I read about the heroic efforts of hundreds of thousands of people, for that, I’m deeply grateful. And I wanted to do my part but I thought, I’m neither a health care professional nor an essential services provider on the front lines.
But then, On June 6, the news of George Floyd’s death filled national headlines and gained further international attention with protests across the world.
About the same time, I read a disturbing report of a study done by YWCA and the University of Toronto called “A Feminist Economic Recovery...
2020-12-2807 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to relentlessly bring your dreams to life with Dr. Nothabo NcubeAt their very core, dreams are what define you, empower you, and make you happy. Dreams breathe life into everything we do. You can use your dreams to inspire yourself, to shape your life, and to do what makes you come alive.
A vision deep inside that speaks to the very soul. It’s the thing we were born to do. It draws on our talents and gifts. It appeals to our highest ideals. It sparks our feelings of destiny. It is inseparably linked to our purpose in life. The dream starts us on the success journey.
...
2020-12-2131 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to land a great job with Shawn Huang - Part 2This is Part 2 of “Landing a great job with Shawn Huang.” If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
Whether you’re just graduating from college or want to change careers, the process of looking for a job without experience can be frustrating.
This week's episode is all about how newcomers, immigrants, and international students land great jobs. I discussed extensively with Shawn Huang strategies that job candidates can use to land a job without Canadian work experience.
2020-12-1439 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to land a great job with Shawn HuangWhether you’re just graduating from college or want to change careers, the process of looking for a job without experience can be frustrating.
This week's episode is all about how newcomers, immigrants, and international students land great jobs. I discussed extensively with Shawn Huang strategies that job candidates can use to land a job without Canadian work experience.
You'll Learn:
How to land a great job without Canadian work experience.
How to build quality relationships
How to approach networking the right way
How to go from a full-time job to entrepreneurship
2020-12-0749 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to get your foot in the door with Vivian LiOne of the most frustrating aspects of job searching is feeling like you’ve already reached out to everyone you know. Yet, you’re still just as far away from a new role as you were when you started. Self-doubts begin to creep in.
This week's episode is all about how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can stay motivated in a frustrating job hunt. I discussed extensively with Vivian Li strategies that job candidates can use to get their foot in the door.
You'll Learn
How to stay motivated during a job search
How to b...
2020-11-3054 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to take calculated risks with Paul OkundayeEvery decision you make in life has some sort of risk attached. The key to being successful in the long run is taking calculated risks that minimize negatives and maximize positives. Have you mastered taking calculated risks, or are you still working on it?
This week's episode is all about how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can take calculated risks. I discussed extensively with Paul Okundaye how he mastered taking calculated risks.
You'll Learn:
How to deal with bullying
How to sharpen your leadership skills from a young age
The great benefits of extracurricular...
2020-11-231h 01The Freshstart PodcastHow to succeed against all odds with Samra ZafarIt is important for us to bring to life the best version of ourselves regardless of our limitations.
Being at our best is an evolving process, yet the one true constant is that we improve without settling.
How do you keeping pushing forward when every circumstance is screaming at you to quit?
This week's episode is all about how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can overcome adversity and achieve outstanding success. I discussed extensively with Samra Zafar, strategies that newcomers, immigrants, and international students can adopt to succeed in life.
You'll L...
2020-11-1643 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to transition into the Canadian job market with Tobi OluwoleMoving to another country is difficult and transitioning from a student to a job market is a major life change.
This transition should not be underestimated – it can often be a very stressful time.
Life-changing events have an impact on human health. Not surprisingly, the loss of a job is listed within the top-10 most stressful life events.
You'll Learn:
How to get 10 years of work experience within 1 or 2 years
How to build your own work experience without having traditional work experience
How to interview with purpose
Steps to landing a job
How...
2020-11-0932 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to get heard in a noisy world and stand out with Danica S. NelsonWe live in a world where your presence on the internet is your single greatest asset — and the way we define this asset is by calling it a “personal brand.”
The better your perception, the more likely it is that someone will take you seriously. Those who understand this asset climb the ladder of their industry extraordinarily fast.
This week's episode is all about getting heard in a noisy world and standing out. We discussed extensively how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can reach for bigger opportunities, be seen as more credible, and build an audien...
2020-11-0243 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to progress in your career and create a job security for life with Aziz GarubaThere are a huge number of factors that can contribute to successful and efficient career progression and, like most things in life, there are some aspects that we have no control over and that are hard to predict. That said, there are several really vital things that we can do, which can lead to better career progression, promotions in our work, and successful career ladder climbing.
Today's episode is all about progressing in your career. We discussed extensively how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can advance in their careers and create job security for life.
...
2020-10-2649 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to write a winning resume that would get you a job with Alysha M. CampbellThe thought of writing a resume intimidates almost anyone. Knowing where to start or what to include is daunting and it can seem like an impossible task.
Today's episode is all about how to write a winning resume that gets you interviews. We discussed extensively how to get a job in an economic downturn.
You'll learn
The path Alysha took into HR although she doesn’t have a traditional HR degree.
How to make your resume stand out.
How to stand out in the job search as a professional newcomer.
How to be intentional abou...
2020-10-1948 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to build a profitable business as an immigrant with Calum McGuiganWhen building a business, capital is necessary, and sometimes difficult to come by. But in today's economy, it is possible to build a successful business on a shoestring budget.
Today's episode is all about how Calum built his company from $4000 in savings and hit $4 million in annual revenue within 10-years. We discussed extensively how he went from a shoestring budget to a marketing marvel.
You'll Learn:
• Why Calum moved from Scotland to Canada
• How to transition from being an employee to an entrepreneur
• The twist of fate that turned everyt...
2020-10-1244 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to build a business that matters with Tomi Gbeleyi - Part 2Today's show is Part 2 of "From Passion to Profit" with Tomi Gbeleyi. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
The truth is that everyone has a passion (or more than one)—even if you don’t yet know what it is.
Many people don’t believe that you can turn what you love into a viable business enterprise. Yes, you can. In fact, the best businesses are built on passion. It just takes some strategic planning and hard wo...
2020-10-0528 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to build a business that matters with Tomi Gbeleyi - Part 1The truth is that everyone has a passion (or more than one)—even if you don’t yet know what it is.
Many people don’t believe that you can turn what you love into a viable business enterprise. Yes, you can. In fact, the best businesses are built on passion. It just takes some strategic planning and hard work.
Today's episode is all about the surprising truth about how Tomi went from an international student to building a multimillion-dollar Canadian beauty brand. We discussed extensively how Tomi is building a business that matters.
On th...
2020-09-2832 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to be ready when opportunity knocks with Joshua AlvarezReal opportunities don’t come along very often. And when they do, we need to be ready. In fact, it wouldn’t hurt if we are over-prepared.
But the truth is many opportunities are lost before they even have a chance of being won because people don’t look the part, act the part, and speak/write the part.
When in doubt, do more. Go above and beyond.
In this episode, you'll Learn:
• The importance of being flexible
• Why positivity is important
• The power of a smile
• How t...
2020-09-2145 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to win at work with Rebecca Pang - Part 2Today's show is the Part 1 of Winning at Work with Rebecca Pang. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
The starting point of winning is with our attitude. It is more of a philosophy than an outcome. Fixating on winning at all costs, and coming first in everything we do, presents impediments.
We win by being the best we can be, focusing on our improvement and recognizing the achievements we make along the way.
Today's...
2020-09-1426 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to win at work with Rebecca Pang - Part 1The starting point of winning is with our attitude. It is more of a philosophy than an outcome. Fixating on winning at all costs, and coming first in everything we do, presents impediments.
We win by being the best we can be, focusing on our improvement and recognizing the achievements we make along the way.
Today's episode is all about how to win at work. I discussed extensively with Rebecca Pang what it really mean to win in the workplace.
You'll Learn:
• The importance of continuous learning
• What it take...
2020-09-0730 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to navigate a successful career journey with Patrick EgbunonuNewcomers and immigrants are always bombarded with career advice when they arrive to another country, and the reality is, much of it is conflicting.
In today’s business environment, where companies are becoming increasingly matrixed, it’s hard to tell which way is up.
We all measure success differently - whether it’s the size of our paycheck, becoming a manager or getting a promotion.
I invited Patrick here to share practical strategies that newcomers, and immigrants can adopt to chart the path to their career success. This is one episode you should not mi...
2020-08-3157 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to launch your dream career and business with Dami EluyeraDreams, dreams, dreams. We all have them. As we get caught up in the rush of day-to-day, it's easy to ignore that voice in the back of our minds. Today's episode is all about how to launch your dream.
You'll Learn
• Practical tips to launch your dream career and business
• How to pivot from a survival job to your dream job
• How to formulate winning core values
• How excellence positioned Dami for a life-transforming opportunity
• Key things newcomers needs to make their integration into the Canadia...
2020-08-241h 17The Freshstart PodcastHow giving back can lead to success and transform lives with Dr. Jamal AlsharifToday's episode is all about giving back and how it helps newcomers to get integrated into the Canadian society.
Dr Jamal is the founder and president of Humans for Peace Institution. Dr. Alsharif is a ‘super-volunteer’ in the local community. As a recent immigrant, it’s amazing to see him not only thrive in the Canadian society but also give back to the community and help other newcomers establish themselves.
I invited Dr Jamal here to share his story of how he has used volunteerism to galvanize change.
You'll Learn
• How Dr. Jamal...
2020-08-1750 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to overcome self-limiting beliefs holding you back from success with Nkechi Nwafor-RobinsonToday's episode is all about breaking boundaries: How newcomers can break the self-limiting beliefs holding them back from going for their dreams.
Nkechi is an Associate Vice President of Technology at TD Bank Group, where she leads all infrastructure delivery needs for the Channels Technology Solutions (CTS) segment portfolio.
Nkechi is also an entrepreneur, author, professional bodybuilder, podcast host and inspirational speaker, whose "You Matter" speech went viral on several motivational platforms, most recently on Goalcast, with over 5M views, and shared over 10,000 times, worldwide. She has a magnetic personality that serves everyone she meets...
2020-08-101h 05The Freshstart PodcastHow to Build the Next Generation of Leaders with Hakeem SubairToday's episode is all about influencing the education system in underserved communities around the world: How can this be done and where could be the starting point?
Hakeem, a Social Innovator, is the founder and CEO of 1 Million Teachers, a platform that leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence to provide teachers with a solid foundation of basic subjects, ongoing professional development with effective mechanisms in place to mentor, support, and motivate them - helping them to increase their professional capacity thereby enhancing the learning outcomes of their students.
I invited Hakeem Subair here to share h...
2020-08-0356 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to live a life of Service with Dr. Rouba FattalToday's episode is all about living a life of service: why it is important and its transforming power.
Dr Rouba is the founder of the Kanata-Carleton Small Business Network, a non-profit organization to help connect and empower small businesses with essential tools, workshops and inspiration to create sustainable jobs in their community. I invited Dr. Rouba here to share her story and how she learned the importance of giving back to the community.
In this episode, you'll hear Dr Rouba's expert advice for getting actively involved in your community. You'll also hear about the magic tha...
2020-07-2754 minThe Freshstart PodcastHow to boost your self confidenceConfidence, like a generator, is a power source, but we must create it ourselves internally. In this regard, confidence isn't really a trait, it’s a muscle, and if we train and protect our confidence, it will grow. Listen to today's episode to learn how to grow your self-confidence.
2020-07-2712 minThe Freshstart PodcastIntroduction to Freshstart Podcast with DavidFreshstart podcast was created with one intent in mind: Your Success. Newcomers often meet challenges upon their arrival they never anticipated. These difficulties range from career transition to securing living arrangements, parenting and battling culture shock.
Freshstart podcast aims to equip newcomers with resources to enhance their success by sharing success stories of newcomers, practical tips, insightful contents and advise from real people that you can easily relate with and adopt into your own life.
Listen and comment.
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