The Diary of Becoming, with HOR

The Real Welcome Back Episode! 🎉 I’m backkk! And in this episode, I’m just chatting about a bunch of things that have been on my mind lately—starting with The 12-Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington. I get into: ✨ Why annual goal setting is not working for me anymore ✨ The execution gap (aka why we know so much but do so little) ✨ How I’ve been structuring my weeks lately with th...

Episode 14! I am applying to 10 graduate schools. Do I need to write 10 different SOPs? For prospective postgraduate students, the worrisome questions you might be asking are: Do I need to write different SOP for different graduate schools? Can I tell the same story since I'm applying to different graduate schools? How should my essay be structured while applying to any graduate school? Tune in to...

Hello Everyone, Been a while, Welcome Back. In this episode, I shared some personal update, my plans for the podcast, my Productivity dilemma and basically what has been happening in my life over the past couple of weeks. Tune in to this Episode and let me know your thoughts about it. By the way, if you gained any value from this episode and you want us to have this personal reflection Journey eve...

Episode 15! How can I deal with knowledge gaps and achieve academic excellence as an international student? What steps and strategies actually work? In this episode, I share my journey with knowledge gaps and how I overcame them to graduate with a CGPA of 74/100. This episode is short but packed with valuable insights. Tune in, and I’ll see you in the episode! For the SOP masterclass: https://sela...

Episode 13: The Welcome Back Episode! As one of the few international students lucky enough to resume my dream job a month after completing my postgraduate studies—rather than being forced to settle for menial jobs that don’t align with my chosen career path—in this episode, I share strategic actions and mistakes to avoid so you can land that dream job as an international student, based on my pers...

Episode 11! In this episode, I simplified the international postgraduate application process, focusing specifically on the research and document-gathering phases. How do you know what is required of you? How do you determine the right postgraduate program and university based on your "why"? Do you need a master's degree or a PhD? Tune in to get answers, and I’ll see you in the episod...

Episode 10! In this episode, I share simple productivity tips and tricks that I have been implementing in my personal life. These strategies have been helping me live a more productive life while still doing those seemingly unproductive things that make me happy. Tune in, and I will see you in the episode! By the way, if you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star revie...

Q&A Episode 5! How can I improve myself as a final-year Banking and Finance student preparing to enter the business world? How can I upgrade my skills and qualifications to improve my chances of finding a job after being unemployed, and is it too late for me at 30 years old? Can you be my mentor? Is pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Project Management a good investment for securing inter...

Episode 8! The CV Optimization Episode is Now Live! Recently, I've been receiving a lot of questions about CV optimization. So, in this episode, I go through each section of the CV and provide tips on how to optimize each part. Additionally, I share AI prompts to use if you feel stuck. By following the steps in this episode, you can take your CV from 0 to 100%. Tune in and I’ll see you in the epis...

Q&A episode 2! The Q&A episode you've all been waiting for... Why can't I secure a Master's degree or a job with my BSc. in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology? How can I further my education or find a job despite graduating with a third class and facing requirements for a 2.1 in job applications? Can I pursue an international degree in Medicine despite having a second class lo...

Episode 7! This episode is all about writing scholarship and admission-winning SOPs. If you are a prospective international student in need of some actionable tips to check if the SOP you've written is competitive enough, this is for you. I share 8 things you need to look out for in your SOP as well as ways you can better capture your story. So, tune in and I'll see you in the episode! If...

Episode 6! Long time no solo episodes! In this episode, I shared my journey on how I moved from feeling intimidated, invisible, and overwhelmed on LinkedIn to growing a community of 40K friends and colleagues. I've been recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice and named a top 3 Creator in Higher Education in the UK by Favikon. This episode is packed with insights and tips. If you're a newbie on LinkedIn...

Episode 5! Our first ever interview episode! In this episode, I sat down with our first-ever guest on the show, Ibukunoluwa Ogundeji. Ibukunoluwa is a recent graduate from Obafemi Awolowo University and a qualified Chartered Accountant with a passion for all things finance. Currently exploring a career in risk management, she is also an educational content creator on LinkedIn, empowering students...

Q&A episode 1! The Q&A episode you've all been waiting for... What is a personal NYSC project? Is a master's degree the answer to your job hunting dilemma? How can I source funds for my personal project? What is the best way to plan a networking event for my fellow corps members? What advice do you have for an international student struggling with imposter syndrome and mental healt...

Episode 4! In this episode, I poured my heart out about the salient battles that every international student faces. I shared 9 tips that helped me overcome imposter syndrome and move from feeling sad and confused to graduating at the top of my class and securing my dream job with the UK government upon graduation. This is one of my favourites and I will see you in the episode. By the way, if you g...

The Birthday Episode! In this episode, I share the mistakes I made in the first half of 2024, the big and shocking decisions, and the mindsets and strategies I am taking into the last 7 months of 2024 to end the year with a bang! This episode is packed, guys. See you in the episode! If you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and r...

Episode 2! In this episode, I shared the 5-step career clarity strategy that has been helping me navigate my career journey with an explorative mind, without feeling overwhelmed or unhealthily anxious. This episode is most relevant to undergraduate students who can easily treat their undergraduate years as experimental years before the pressure of adulthood sets in after graduation. If you enjoyed...

Episode 1! This episode is for my Nigerian graduates and students. I shared 6 strategies you can explore to shape your NYSC year to be THAT YEAR as well as 4 mindset shifts you need to escape the "NYSC is a wate of time" trap. I recorded this episode with so much joy and it is value packed. If you enjoyed this, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it really encourages me to produce mo...

We did it! The Diary of Becoming, with HOR is live. I am so excited to begin this journey with you all. This episode explains what to expect on this part of the internet. It's all about empowerment, vulnerability, motivation, and growth. New episode drops every Monday, I look forward to chatting with you in the next episode. Remember to turn on the notification bell on whatever platform you li...