LifeWork by Blazers & Baby

Episodes

1. 25

   I had to first believe I was a manager to go for the roles - Ojuola Asuquo

   A conversation with the interesting and authentic Ojuola Asuquo, Ojuola has had a very interesting career experience. from working in corporate to working in a family business, taking a career break and returning to a senior role in corporate after years away...and now, She is a full time...

   Oct 2, 2021

   51m
2. 24

   Career choices and relocation for family goals - Damilola Ajibade

   This week we had the pleasure of chatting with Dami Ajibade, an international tax account, who’s also the founder of crownbury. She’s married with two beautiful children. In this episode we speak about : Dami’s career journey Transitioning from working in the UK to working in Canada Managing…

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   Aug 15, 2021

   41m
3. 23

   Mum- The employee, now founder and a pandemic baby - Tomi Balogun

   This week we had the pleasure of chatting with Tomie Balogun, a financial educator, tech entrepreneur(Fintech) who’s also an investor extraordinaire and author. She is married to her cheer leader with 3 children. In this episode we speak about : Tomi's career journey Her career transition from a...

   Aug 11, 2021

   47m
4. 22

   Father's Day Special - You have to be open to receiving help - Pam Shodeinde

   Pamela is a wife and mother to two beautiful daughters. She is passionate about empowering people and advocating for social justice. This passion is what informed her career choice as a Social work practitioner working with children and young people in the UK. At the start of 2020, Pamela started…

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   Jul 17, 2021

   38m
5. 21

   Father's Day Special - I want to be my daughters' best friend _ Deji Shodeinde

   Ayodeji Oluwaseun Shodeinde is an IT professional, a husband and father who is based in the UK but holds steadfast to his culture. He is proudly Pan-African and aims to balance the differences in western and African perception of parenting in bringing up his two beautiful daughters. He grew up…

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   Jun 20, 2021

   43m
6. 20

   Affirmations - I am my primary care giver

   Affirmations to remind you of your responsibility to yourself Words by Isioma Asiodu-Otughwor Voice over by Ummi Umaru

   Oct 29, 2020

   1m
7. 19

   Affirmations - I am surrounded by beauty

   Affirmations to remind you of what is in your control Words by Isioma Asiodu-Otughwor Voice over by Ummi Umaru

   Oct 29, 2020

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8. 18

   Affirmations - I am Energised

   Short affirmations to remind you or what you are and can do. Words by Isioma Asiodu-Otughwor Voice - Ummi Umaru

   Oct 29, 2020

   1m
9. 17

   LifeWork by Blazersandbaby_S1E6_“You aren’t winging it at work so do not wing the most important aspect of your life " Blessing Adesiyan

   This week on Lifework Conversations we speak with Blessing Adesiyan is a mother of three, a career professional and the Founder & CEO of Villo, a startup tackling the burnout epidemic through a personalized household management benefit, and the Founder of Mother Honestly, a platform that is...

   Oct 29, 2020

   40m
10. 16

    Lifework by Blazers&Baby_Affirmation_Valuable

    1 min positive affirmations to boost your energy for the day. Text by Isioma Asiodu-Otughwor Voice by Ummi Umaru

    Oct 11, 2020

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11. 15

    LifeWork by Blazers&Baby_S1E5_Conversation with Hilda Kabushenga Kragha Pt 2

    In Part Two, Hilda talks to us about her life at home, building up her support system, resolving conflict, discipline, trying to manage everything that happens in the home, her life with husband and her son plus she also gives out tips for the mothers pertaining to work and home as well. What To...

    Oct 11, 2020

    26m
12. 14

    Lifework Conversation with Hilda Kabushenga Kragha CEO Jobberman Part 1

    Hilda Kabushenga Kragha is a Ugandan married to a wonderful Nigerian Man and they are parents to a beautiful two year old son. Hilda also the owner of the blog “The modern African mother" She navigates between being a C-Suite Executive, a Wife and a Mother. At the time of publishing this episode,...

    Sep 12, 2020

    36m
13. 13

    LifeWork by Blazersandbaby_S1E4P2_" I almost lost my mind,my marriage"

    This week on LifeWork Conversations we talk to a lady with several dimensions who believes everyone on earth has a God given purpose Salt Essien Nelson is the CEO of Sholly’s Smile Factory. In Part Two, Salt talks to us about her experiences handling and overcoming overwhelming grief after the...

    Aug 8, 2020

    35m
14. 12

    LifeWork by Blazersandbaby_S1E4_" I almost lost my mind,my marriage"

    This week , we talk to Salt, an inspirational lady who believes everyone on earth has a God given purpose Salt Essien Nelson is the CEO of Sholly’s Smile Factory and considers herself to be God’s Errand Girl. She hosts the podcast Salt Talks on Anchor and hosts events called ‘Sholly Rising’ which...

    Aug 7, 2020

    19m
15. 11

    LifeWork by Blazersandbaby_S1E3_" Having hard conversations at home and in the workplace is necessary"

    Leadership is beyond positions and titles in organisations and society. It starts with self leadership then you can lead others. Ladi speaks to us about navigating conflicts at home and in the workplace and shares some examples of the "how". He provides us with useful models for having hard...

    Jul 31, 2020

    48m
16. 10

    LifeWork by Blazersandbaby_S1E2_"I am not lucky,I deserve these things, I do the work"

    What do mother’s go through when the unexpected happens? According to the World Health Organisation each year, some 15 million babies in the world, are born too early, that is one in every 10 babies. Some of these babies survive and many do suffer physical, neurological and educational challenges...

    Jul 24, 2020

    36m
17. 9

    LifeWork by Blazersandbaby_S1E1_"Build your village,Step out"

    Osemhen Okenyi, Writer, Founder of Blazers & Baby,Senior Business Analyst, Mum of 2 sons and Wife. Osemhen believes we can have it all.A successful career and a thriving family life.She shares her journey and practical tips for affirming children,self advocacy and negotiating at work and at home....

    Jul 18, 2020

    20m
18. 8

    Father's Day Special _ "The arrival of my son exposed my real self"

    Lifework by Blazers & Baby presents a conversation with Dapo Oyewole. A Husband and father of a brilliant son. Dapo Oyewole is a Yale and Aspen fellow, LSE Alumni. He is an adviser to governments, international agencies, academic institutions and consulting firms in the areas of governance…

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    Jun 21, 2020

    52m
19. 7

    Father's Day Special_" like career and business, We need to look for highflyers in Family life"

    Lifework by Blazers & Baby presents a conversation with Kingsley Okenyi, Husband and father of two boys. Doctoral Candidate ,Engineer and Serial entrepreneur. He is motivated to make Nigeria Excel by investing in Farming*EEOO farms),Technological Innovation(Booktu),People Development (Bar raiser...

    Jun 20, 2020

    39m
20. 6

    Father's Day Special "We are changing the definition of masculinity"

    On this episode Isioma engages Chimee Adioha, the founder of MASCULINITY9JA; a new alliance of boys changing what it means to be a man in Nigeria- by pushing strategic content and participatory research to foster inclusive and healthy masculinity. He has been running @Masculinity9ja since 2016.…

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    Jun 17, 2020

    25m
21. 5

    Father's Day Special_"African,Educated in Europe,Raised by the Internet"

    Adeyosoye (or Deyo, as he is popularly known) is a branding and advertising expert. Deyo believes that people should inspire action and self-empowerment by first doing the things they ask others to do. He is a son, a father to one pet, a brother to two sisters, an uncle to one nephew, He cares...

    Jun 16, 2020

    22m
22. 4

    Father's Day Special_"Raised by my Father and his clear goals"

    A conversation with the intellectual Chika David Obani of the Obani Dynasty, Nigerian Father and Husband, A first son Raised by his Father after losing his mum with a one-week old baby. He tells a passionate story of his relationship with his Father, his journey to understanding more as he grows...

    Jun 15, 2020

    34m
23. 3

    Father's Day Special_Lifework by Blazers & Baby _Trailer

    Fathers play an important role in the family and the society. This series focuses on storytelling of Fatherhood by sons and a daughter. From being raised by a widower to shaping a dignified story of Fatherhood. and masculinity. Featuring conversations on gender roles,societal norms, emerging...

    Jun 13, 2020

    1m
24. 2

    LifeWork by Blazers&Baby_S1E1_Osemhen Okenyi Trailer

    Sharing snippets from our 1st conversation with Osemhen Okenyi, Founder of Blazers & Baby, Creative Writer,Polymath, Wife and Mother of 2 sons under 4. Talented Professional Engineer and Rising Leader in Multinational Energy Company. Oxford MBA 21

    Jun 9, 2020

    2m
25. 1

    Intro LifeWork by Blazers&Baby

    The Life Work by Blazers&Baby Podcast features conversation with individuals that are living that life with an aim to unearth the relatable details and practical actions and context to support our listeners in their daily lives. The practical tips and insights on navigating career and parenting...

    Jun 1, 2020

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