Bukola Ogunfayo

The Polished Lens

We make decisions based on how we see. When the lens we view through is appropriate and polished, we make even better decisions because we now see better. Join me, the Perception Shaper, as I share learnings from life experiences, studies and conversations with people as we look at life impacting topics through polished lens and become more of what we were made to be. Starting from Season 2, we bring you insights on transitions, and discoveries from others who have navigated significant ones or a series of them.

Author

Bukola Ogunfayo

Category

Education

Podcast website

thepolishedlens.com

Latest episode

Apr 26, 2025

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Episodes

103: Clarity, Your Winning Edge 08.03.2023

One thing that defintiely set you up to win is clarity. But then how intentional have you been about this? On this episode of clarity we look into what you need to have clarity on, situations that require clarity and how you can get to sharpen modify as you go on. Here's the thing with clarity, it's a confidence booster.

102: "What's Love Gotta Do With It?" With Tope Ogunfayo 22.02.2023

On this Val's Special, we have Tope Ogunfayo share some tips on loving and having great relationships. While feelings, emotions and even gifts are nice to have's, there's more...

101: The Perpetuity of Seed & Harvest 08.02.2023

Certain things in life are given. As you'd find an effect with every cause, so is harvest the aftermath of seeds sown or not sown. On this first episode of 2023, we look into how you can create change as you become more mindful of this.

100: The 100 Series With FolaFayo, The Perception Shaper 24.12.2022

The 100 is a 4-Day Podcast series celebrating a 100 count and more of focus, consistency and creativity. I must say it's been quite some ride!! So, on this final episode of the series, I share my story on starting this journey, through crossroads and reaching this 100th milestone.

99: "The 100" Series With Enitan Oshewa (CEO & Fouder, Enibraids) 23.12.2022

The 100 is a 4-Day Podcast series celebrating a 100 count and more of focus, consistency and creativity. On this 3rd episode, Enitan Oshewa (CEO & Founder, Enibraids) highlights factors that helped her make the first step and then consistent steps through many milestones to become sought after in natural hair (micro-locs) industry.

98: "The 100" Series With Kunmi Ariyo (CEO, Mirus Events) 22.12.2022

The 100 is a 4-Day Podcast series celebrating a 100 count and more of focus, consistency and creativity. On this 2nd episode, Kunmi Ariyo, CEO Mirus Events shares his story on reaching and crossing milestones in the events management space.

97: "The 100" Series With Sola Balogun (Creative Director, Outspok'n) 21.12.2022

The 100 is a 4-Day Podcast series celebrating a 100 count and more of focus, consistency and creativity. On this 1st episode, Sola Balogun, Creative Director Outspok'n shares his story on reaching and crossing milestones in the fashion space.

96: Rounding Off 2022 - Connecting The Dots 07.12.2022

What words top your mind when you think of December? For many, the reality of coming into a ‘final lap’ stirs some reflection moments on how the other parts of the year were like. On this episode, I share some ideas on how to maximize those reflection opportunities, by moving to connecting the dots. If you want to position just a bit differently in 2023, you’ll like this one.

95: Thriving Stories With Toyin Aderemi, Learning & Dev. Data Analyst 30.11.2022

On the episode of Thriving Stories, Toyin Aderemi, a Learning & Development Specialist (Data Analyst) shares her own story to thriving focusing on a key resource that she has leveraged on. If want to know more on how mentoring or coaching can change the game for you, as it has for many of us, this is one not to miss. You'll also get ideas on what to watch out for as you identify the right mentors...

94: The C.You.O 16.11.2022

As you target C- Suite roles in the Corporate or Business space, don't forget the future and value actually lie in you. On this episode, we look into the 4 areas you must maximize as C.You. O of your life.

93: Financial Freedom, The What & How With Tope Ogunfayo 02.11.2022

How would you rate yourself on the journey to financial freedom? Or do we start here, are you yet fully clear what it means to be financially free and what have you been doing to achieve this? Listen to this episode as Tope Ogunfayo, a Corporate Executive, sheds some light on simple and practical steps required on this journey to financial freedom.

92: 3 Critical Points Between You & Your Desired Change 19.10.2022

Thinking of making a change or modification in any area of your life? Then it's likely you're already facing point #1 on your track to change. Listen to this episode to know what points you'll still have to navigate as you move or work towards that change for more or better or even new.

91: The Science of Getting Rich (CEDAR Table With Tolu Dawodu, Sunkanmi Olayanju & Tope Ogunfayo) 05.10.2022

What childhood memories do you have about money or wealth? What did your parents / adults in your life pass on to you concerning money? Apart from trying to make more today, have you been intentional to leave a better legacy on wealth for those coming after you? On this CEDAR Table, 3 guests shared their thoughts on these, in addition to how this affects people of faith and their experience from l...

90: Thriving Stories With Fisayo Fadeyi (Trade Finance Specialist, UK) 21.09.2022

On this session, we had the pleasure of having Fisayo Fadeyi, a Trade Finance Specialist based in the UK share his stories with us. With great humour, he shared his own story on relocating and dropped a number of gems that can help anyone doing the same today. If you're currently relocating to another city or country, this is one episode to listen to.

89: Acing Your Next Lap 07.09.2022

If like me, you had the opportunity of taking some time off work over the summer to take a break or just spend more time with family, you'd have had to intentionally transition back to work of your regular routine. So on this episode, I share 3 ideas that can help you do this with some ease and questions that would be very helpful too. It's another lap after a break and just as critical to stay on...

88: Thriving Stories With Ololade Olayanju, Author - The Debt Code 03.08.2022

Do you know anyone who needs to get over the stress of debt? Do you have financial freedom top of mind for you, but still holding back because of pending debts? Then this would be valuable for you. On this session, Ololade Olayanju, Author of The Debt Code, shares her stories on dealing with debts some years back. She also touches on tips to staying free of bad debt.

87: Summer Lov'n With Moyo (The Thrills & Frills Of A Family Vacation) 20.07.2022

What's you favourite time of the year? Could it be summer or mid-year? And what do you look forward to most at this time? Well, we think this might be that time a good number of families take time off to be together. So on this episode, Moyo, my daughter joins me as we delve a bit into those things that are top considerations for making that Summer Family Vacation or any other one in the year wort...

86: Preparing For More 06.07.2022

As we come into another 'season' in the year, the question now isn't if you want more or better, instead it's if you're prepared for what you might be hoping for or maybe even expectant for. On this episode, I share ideas around key things to be mindful of that will help prepare for more. If you want what you're expecting to be welcomed when it arrives, this is for you.

85: Thriving Stories With Azumme Oboro, Architect & Chef 22.06.2022

Being a practicing Architect & Chef at the same isn't quite a popular find, and being a female one at that makes it even more remarkable. Listen in to this episode, a chat with Azumme Oboro, based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria; as she shares her stories on her journey to thriving. If you're in a space with a low female ratio, this is one person you'll connect with.

84: Line Upon Line 08.06.2022

They say 'Ideas Rule The World', and we all get the privilege of ideas coming to us time after time, which means there's some authority that we could assert in this regard. However, are we actually making the most of those ideas as they come? Listen to this episode on what can be done to make the most of our ideas, bridging the gap between the thoughts and the reality.

83: Thriving Stories With Abimbola Bodude 25.05.2022

Are you passionate about education especially for the younger generation? Or perhaps intentional about a healthy lifestyle? Abimbola is one to look out for... On this episode of Thriving Stories, Abimbola Bodude, Founder of See-The-Future Initiative, joined us as our special guest. She shared her story to thriving especially on crossroads and transitions she's been through.

82: 3C's To Confidently Upgrade To A Next Level 11.05.2022

Today, we look into 3 C's that can help you confidently upgrade to your desired next level. Interestingly, if you look back, you'll agree this to be true for previous upgrades in your life. So the questions to ask.... Are you due for an upgrade? How do you score on the 3 C's? Listen to this episode for what exactly to look out for.

81: What You Can Be But Don't Know Yet 27.04.2022

Did you know it's possible to go through life without actually embracing everything we can be or do? Have you sometimes had this question... is this all? Then this episode is for you. Tope Ogunfayo, a Corporate Executive and Personal Productivity Expert, shares on keys to factor in as you try to discover & step into all you still can be.

80: Much Ado About SEASONS 13.04.2022

Now, it’s likely you’ve heard some bit about seasons, in fact almost wondering why there’s much ado about it. I totally get you. So on this episode, I try to help point out how the understanding & awareness of your seasons, when well applied, will actually help you thrive.

79: Thriving Storries with Yetty Williams, Founder - LagosMums 30.03.2022

On this episode of Thriving Stories, Yetty Williams, Founder of LagosMums, joined us as our special guest. She shared ideas she picked, growing up watching her parents, in life and also in her college days. In addition, she gave us her interesting perspective on who a thriving child or parent is. Are you a parent intentional about raising your kids into outstanding and remarkable adults? Are you o...

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