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The Thriving ImmigrantNo Tech Background? Here's How to Break Into Tech Sales.When Dolapo moved to Canada at the age of 9, she had no idea what the future held. Today, she is the founder of StriveOpp; an organization helping immigrants land rewarding roles in tech sales.So far, Dolapo has supported students and professionals in securing admissions, scholarships, and tech sales roles worth over $1.3 million combined. Her story is nothing short of inspiring.In this episode, we talk about:Her career and entrepreneurial journeyHow newcomers can transition from survival jobs to thriving careersWhat tech sales involvesWhy you don't need to stack certifications to thrive in...2025-05-2256 min
Strive ChatStrive Chat S2 - Ep 6 | Eli Agbodovie | From Laid off to Level UpWhat really happens after a layoff? In this episode of Strive Chat, Dolapo (aka your Strive Auntie) sits down with Eli, a former account manager who pivoted into a Business Development Manager role in tech sale, after facing unexpected career setbacks and rejections.Eli shares his honest and powerful story:How getting laid off pushed him to rethink his job search approachWhy applying randomly without a plan wasn’t workingThe game-changing role of coaching, structure, and accountabilityThe power of using referrals, cold outreach, an...2025-05-1828 min
Strive ChatStrive Chat S2- Ep. 5 | Tife Soloye | Chevening ScholarEpisode 5Dolapo’s chatting with the unstoppable Tife Soloye—Chevening Scholar, LSE grad, tech sales girlie, and content creator. From four rejections to a fully funded master’s at one of the top schools in the world, Tife drops wisdom on resilience, purpose, and applying with strategy.💫 Do It Again: Rejected four times? Tife still made it.📝 Application Glow-Up: Use numbers, STAR method, and mock interviews.🎯 Know Your Why: Don’t apply just to leave—have a purpose.👯♀️ Network Horizontally: Your peers matter just as much as the big names.🌍 Exposure = Power: LSE changed her mindset and her...2025-03-3141 min
Strive ChatStrive Chat S2- Ep.4 | Tenisha Multi Scholarship RecipientWelcome to Season 2 of Strive Chat! We’re thrilled for today's conversation with an extraordinary guest, Tenisha Noel—an award-winning scholar, valedictorian, and future trailblazing lawyer. In this episode, Tenisha takes us through her inspiring journey from an average high school student to securing multiple scholarships and pursuing a master’s degree at Osgood Hall Law School. She shares how resilience, community, and a strategic approach to opportunities have helped shape her success.
What You’ll Hear:
Tenisha’s Story: Growing up as a first-generation student, Tenisha reflects on her journey of self-discovery and ambition, fueled by...2025-01-2637 min
Strive ChatStrive Chat S2-Ep. 3 | Allison Loran Scholar RecipientEpisode Overview:Welcome to Season 2 of Strive Chat! We’re starting things off with an inspiring guest, Allison Gacad—a Loran Scholar, climate journalist, and all-around powerhouse. In this episode, Allison gets real about her journey from a high school student in Toronto to receiving one of Canada’s most prestigious scholarships. She spills all the details about what it takes to stand out in the Loran Scholar Program and shares how it’s completely shaped her life and career.
What You’ll Hear:
Allison’s Story: Growing up in Toronto as a child of Filipino imm...2024-12-0945 minStrive ChatStrive Chat S2-Ep. 2 | Abigail McCall MacBain Scholar RecipientIt’s Episode 2, besties! 🥳 Dolapo kicks off this season of Stripe Chat with an incredible guest—Abigail Ralph, neuroscience queen and McCall-McBain Scholar. Abigail spills the tea on her journey from being doubted by guidance counselors to leading groundbreaking research and creating opportunities for others in STEM. You’ll leave this episode inspired, motivated, and probably adding “apply for scholarships” to your to-do list.
What You’ll Learn:
How to Manifest Like a Pro: Abigail literally had her eye on the McCall-McBain Scholarship for two years before she was even eligible. Talk about vision board energy!
Keep It Real: S...2024-11-2348 minStrive ChatStrive Chat S2-Ep. 1 | Manorama Schulich Leader Scholarships RecipientWelcome back to Season 2 of Strive Chat! In this episode, Dolapo chats with Manorama Joshi, a Schulich Leader Scholar and current mechanical engineering student at UBC.
Manorama shares her inspiring journey from Fort McMurray to becoming one of Canada’s top STEM scholarship recipients, receiving the Schulich Leader Scholarship, which awards $100,000 to exceptional students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math.
We talk about her high school years filled with robotics, community leadership, and her best tips for standing out in the competitive application process.
Learn more about the Schulich Leader Sc...2024-11-0736 minStrive ChatEpisode #22: Katrice's unconventional path | Balancing multiple hustles; working in Tech, content creation & running a business, helping others navigate their finances and more.Welcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Katrice and we talk about:
School life during the pandemic.
Tips for those who want to enter the IT space.
How to manage a full-time job and a side hustle.
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Programs for Business owners
The Changemaker Hub
The Black Advisory Hub
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*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...2023-07-2138 minStrive ChatEpisode #21: Afoali's unconventional path | From translating to video production, working at one of the world's largest empowerment media companies, and moreWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Afoali and we talk about:
How she discovered her passion and started her business.
Why she chose to study translation in Montreal and Concordia as an international student.
Growing up in seven different African countries.
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Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_afoali/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Afoali-N...2023-07-0742 minStrive ChatEpisode #20: Reni's unconventional path | Breaking down what it means to be a professional black woman, how to stay authentic in an industry and advice for being the first in a field.Welcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Reni and we talk about:
What inspired her to leave corporate life.
Tips for people who are being forced to take on more.
The importance of saying no to things.
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Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://www.instagram.com/xoreni/
https://www.instagram.com/dontgobroketrying/
2023-05-2241 minStrive ChatEpisode #19: Tosan & Moyo's unconventional path | Moving from Nigeria to Canada as a 15-year-old, the importance of community and mentorship for international students and more.Welcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Tosan & Moyo (Peas In A Podcast) and we talk about:
How they met and what inspired them to start the podcast.
Navigating life as an international student.
Advice for international students considering a move to Canada.
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Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://peasinapodcast.my.canva.site/
https://www.instagram.com/peasinapodc...2023-05-121h 00Strive ChatEpisode #18: Tobi's unconventional path | Sustainability, climate change and decarbonizing the economy, the importance of upskilling and being more vocal and more.Welcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Tobi and we talk about:
His career changes and why he decided to switch to ESG.
Lessons learned from playing football and applying it to professional life.
Advice for young athletes and parents; Understanding where the parents are coming from.
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*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobi-adesanmi/2023-05-1040 minStrive ChatEpisode #17: Susie's unconventional path | Breaking systemic barriers when it comes to accessing venture capital for entrepreneurs, the early stage of a startup and more.Welcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Susie and we talk about:
What it means to be an entrepreneur out of school.
What it means to work in a startup or build a startup; Choosing a co-founder and working with friends.
Advice for those who are considering a career change and advice to women in tech.
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*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://www.instagram...2023-05-0440 minStrive ChatEpisode #16: Chidinma's unconventional path | Navigating different areas of urban planning, creating a separation between corporate persona and creative persona and moreWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Chidinma and we talk about:
Working in the city planning industry and tips for navigating the urban planning industry.
How to find or navigate LinkedIn for a new job while already in an existing role.
What inspired her to start the ''But What Do I Know™️Podcast''.
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*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://www.instagram.com/bwd2023-05-0231 minStrive ChatEpisode #15: Aditi's unconventional path | Building a program for young people to start technology companies, the importance of volunteering and extracurricular activities and more.Welcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Aditi and we talk about:
Transitioning from psychology to political science to law
The jump from the government agency to the tech ecosystem
Working in tech as a first-generation immigrant
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Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadhaditi
2023-04-2752 minStrive ChatEpisode #14: Archi's unconventional path | Making connections and finding opportunities as a first-generation immigrant in Canada, working in tech sales and moreWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Archi and we talk about:
Tips for applying to tech specifically tech sales
Community initiatives and resources
Advice from a recruiter on building a resume
Advice to first-generation immigrants in the tech industry
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Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com2023-04-2527 minStrive ChatEpisode #13: Coralie's unconventional path | her journey into biomedical engineering, finding happiness in what you do, being a problem solver, and moreWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Coralie and we talk about:
Being creative and having ambitions
Guidelines for women in STEM
Finding opportunities in community
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://www.instagram.com/coralie_tcheune/
2023-04-0733 minStrive ChatEpisode #12: Natalie's unconventional path | building your own background, creating opportunities for yourself, connecting people together and moreWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Natalie and we talk about:
Her experience as a publicist
Exploring unexploited fields
Building your own background
Advice on entering college or university and choosing a career
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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Connect with Natalie
https://www.instagram.com/natalienadeen/
https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallyherpod/
https://www.instagram.com/m2mrundown/
2023-04-0538 minStrive ChatEpisode #11: Janae's unconventional path | creating a space where young people thrive, cultivating genuine relationships founded on shared interest and moreWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Janae and we talk about:
Activism and empowerment
Unapologetically me
Navigating uni and getting internship in tech
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://www.instagram.com/janae.dream/
2023-03-2337 minStrive ChatEpisode #10: Kaylin's unconventional path | her experience in studying abroad and navigating wellnessWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Kaylin and we talk about:
Wellness and Community
Navigating business school
Studying abroad
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://www.instagram.com/kaylind_/
https://www.instagram.com/catalystbykaylin/
2023-03-2139 minStrive ChatEpisode #9: 1 month of building, lessons learnt, accelerator program, reflecting on increasing salary by 49K, and moreWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode I talk about:
Lessons from the first month of building StriveOpp full time
Wins: Customers, Speaking Gigs, Programs I got accepted into -
Goals for the next month
The power of reflecting; realizing I increased my income by 49k in one year
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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Tech Fellowship: https://ewor.io/post-idea-fellowship/2023-03-1526 minStrive ChatEpisode #8: Flo's Unconventional career | Navigating different career paths, switching from engineering to economics to Tech and moreWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I am joined by Flo and we talk about:
His unconventional career path
Falling into a career rather than choosing one
Advice on navigating different career paths
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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https://www.instagram.com/shipwreckflo/
https://www.instagram.com/amplifianetwork/
https://www.instagram.com/awordwithflo/
2023-03-1041 minStrive ChatEpisode #7: Lola’s path | How she increased her salary by 22K, raised 500K+ for a non profit, working in Fintech, and moreWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, I was joined by Lola and we talked about:
The importance of transferrable skills
Advocating for yourself and those around you
Creating your opportunities
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisblackgirlpodcast/2023-03-0343 minStrive ChatEpisode #6: Special Guest Shay Myers | She went from having $200 to her name to building multiple 5-figure funds in under 2 yearsWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode, Shay Myers joins me and we talk about:
Making the most out of your university experience
Her unconventional career path
Putting yourself out there and creating opportunities for you
Redefining job security
Advice to parents
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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Connect with Shay Myers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financefortheculture/
Bio: https://msha.ke/aboutshay#links ...2023-02-2438 minStrive ChatEpisode #5: Handling rejection, changes and the power of vulnerability | The Arena of the UnknownWelcome to Strive Chat! In this episode I talk about:
Pacing myself in the midst of changes
Handling rejection and the power of vulnerability
The arena of the unknown
Sneak peek of next episode
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
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https://www.antler.co/2023-02-2022 minStrive ChatEpisode 4: Nine Years in the MakingWelcome to Strive Chat! In this second episode, I talk about:
My 9 years journey as an Entrepreneur
Updates on Strive Tribe
Upcoming Special Guests
Connect with Strive Auntie
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/*
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp*
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
2023-02-1617 minStrive ChatEpisode #3: 1 year anniversary of moving out, things no one tells you about living aloneWelcome to Strive Chat! In this third episode I talk about:
Moving across country
Creating a sense of home
The tea on living by yourself
Connect with Strive Auntie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dolapo-fadare/message2023-02-0309 minStrive ChatEpisode #2: I resigned from my job, affirmations, stepping into my powerWelcome to Strive Chat! In this second episode I talk about:
putting in my two week's notice at work
how I went about it
signs I received from God (the Universe) that this is the right step for me
crying tears of joy
celebrating little wins
Connect with Strive Auntie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveopp/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@striveopp
Website: striveopp.com
Email: ceo@striveopp.com
Details on Reni the Resource
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dontgobroketrying/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/x...2023-02-0112 min
Strive ChatEpisode #1: Welcome 👋🏾 Year of IntuitionJanuary 29th
Strive Chat
Episode #1: Welcome 👋🏾 Year of Intuition
Brief summary of episode:
Welcome to Strive Chat! This is my first episode on this so excited ekkk! Now the goal of this podcast is to document my year and my intention of leaning into my intuition.
Bio: My name is Strive Auntie also known as Dolapo Fadare. I graduated university with 15+ awards for academic and career achievements, 75k+ in grants and scholarships, and traveled 15+ countries. I am a Terry Fox Scholar, Fellow at the Cansbridge Fellowship, Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholar, t...2023-01-3109 min
Don't Go Broke TryingCoinfessions: Is $35,000 a year for college a bad idea?We're back & answering your coinfessions! Today we are making sure you don't go broke trying to get a university education. Dolapo Fadare graduated from a 5 year university program, completely debt-free, receiving $25,000 in grants for professional development and $50,000 from academic and community development scholarships so she knows what she’s talking about.
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2:47 International Students - how tf did...2022-05-2741 minDon't Go Broke TryingHow Dolapo Received Over $75,000 In Funding & Graduated Debt FreeDon’t go broke trying to get a university education folks!
In this episode, Reni interviews Dolapo Fadare about her journey to graduating from a 5-year university program, completely debt-free. Dolapo received $25,000 in grants for professional development and $50,000 from academic and community development scholarships!
Aside from her scholarships, she participated in 12 conferences and internships in 5 countries across the world. She is passionate about youth development and serves as a mentor for other Black women. Want to tap into Dolapo’s knowledge? Check out her firm Strive Opp, a social enterprise and education consultancy firm that provi...2022-05-2052 min
SUBO TALKSOne on One with Dolapo FadareOn this episode, I am joined by Dolapo Fadare. We discussed everything from her moving to Canada at an early age, her experience being a student, and even some mental health topics. This episode was very interesting and I hope you all enjoy it.Follow the podcasts instagram page - subotalksFollow my personal instagram page - subomiaFollow Dolapos personal instagram page - dolappsFollow Dolapos business page - StriveOpp , where she empowers tools and resources to achieve their goalsYou can also connect with her on Linkedin - Do...2022-02-141h 00