PODCAST · business
the Winning Across Borders pod
by Gbolahan Akinola
About the Show: Welcome to Winning Across Borders, the premier podcast dedicated to showcasing the incredible journeys of Nigerians and Africans excelling in the Western world. Relocating to a new country is only the beginning. From the UK and Europe to the USA and Canada, we sit down with high-achievers who have navigated the challenges of migration to reach the pinnacle of their careers. Whether you are a professional looking to move, a student abroad, or someone seeking inspiration from the global African community, this show is your blueprint for success. What to Expect: Career Blueprints: Practical advice on breaking into top-tier industries abroad. Real Stories: The unfiltered truth about culture shock, resilience, and triumph. Global Impact: How the diaspora is reshaping the narrative of African excellence.
Episodes
-
The Blueprint to a successful Cybersecurity career
In this episode of Winning Across Borders, Dr. Iretioluwa Akerele shares her journey into cybersecurity, why she returned to Nigeria after her UK master's degree, how an unexpected career change led her to pursue a PhD, and how her experiences inspired her to build communities that help others...
-
How to Potentially Study Abroad for Free
Studying abroad can open doors — but getting there is often far more complicated than simply choosing a university and submitting an application. VZGate can help you simplify this process. In this episode of Winning Across Borders, I sit down with Henry Umeaku, Founder & CEO of VZGate, and Mike...
-
I Got a Job in Ireland With Just 1 Year of Experience
How do you get an international tech job when you don't feel qualified yet? Sarah's journey is a powerful example of what can happen when you combine curiosity, persistence, visibility and a willingness to apply before you feel completely ready. Originally from Anambra State, Nigeria, Sarah…
more -
I help women build businesses & prioritise their Wellbeing
What happens when the career you worked so hard to build is no longer the life you want? For Cassandra Sonma Ukaobi, popularly known as Cass Uk, the answer was to reinvent herself. Cass moved from Nigeria at just 19 to study nursing in the Caribbean before eventually relocating to the UK. She...
-
Building a Global Career: The Power of Referrals & Professional Relationships
What if the next opportunity in your career comes through a relationship you built years earlier? In this episode of Winning Across Borders, I sit down with Juan Ojochemi Idowu, a Security Solutions Engineer at Microsoft in Ireland, to explore her journey from studying Computer Science in Nigeria...
-
Don't Just Japa , Come with a Blueprint | How to Keep Your Career Moving After Relocating
Thinking of moving to the UK or building a career in tech abroad? This episode is for you. Many people believe relocating is the hardest part. According to Microsoft Certified Trainer and Business Intelligence Engineer Olujuwon Omotoba, relocation is only the beginning—you need a blueprint. In…
more -
A LinkedIn Message Changed My Life | How Rachel Irabor Moved to Malta & Became a Microsoft MVP
One LinkedIn message changed Rachel Irabor's life forever. Fresh out of university in Nigeria, Rachel wasn't planning to relocate to Malta. In fact, she barely knew anything about the country. But after sharing her tech journey online, a recruiter discovered her profile, leading to an opportunity...
-
My Finance Career from Nigeria to the UK
Thinking of building a career in finance, audit, or accounting in the UK? This episode is for you. In this conversation, I sit down with Kehinde "Kenny" Ayoola, an ACCA-qualified accountant and Senior in Audits & Accounts, to discuss what it really takes to build a successful finance career…
more -
How I Got a Public Health Job Before Graduation in the UK
How do you secure a professional Public Health role in the UK before graduation? In this episode of Winning Across Borders, I sit down with Brenda, a Public Health professional who transitioned from Medical Laboratory Science into Public Health and successfully secured a role in the UK before...
-
I Left Nigeria After The Last Election | Building a Tech Career in the UK
What makes someone leave a successful career behind and start over in a new country? In this episode of Winning Across Borders, I sit down with Annabel Okuomose, a Power Platform Technical Specialist based in the UK, to discuss her journey from studying Computer Science in Nigeria to building a...
-
What next after my MPH (Masters of Publich Health)
What happens after your MPH? For many international students and public health graduates, this is one of the biggest questions they face after studying in the UK. In this episode of Winning Across Borders, I sit down with Adaeze Ogoh — an Epidemiology and Information Scientist at the UK Health...
-
My Journey to becoming a Microsoft MVP
What does it actually take to move from Nigeria to the UK and reach the top of the tech ladder? In this powerful episode of Winner Across Borders, we sit down with Kayode Ajayi, a Microsoft MVP and Power Platform Solution Architect, to deconstruct his journey from a computer science graduate to…
more -
Getting into CyberSecurity
In this episode of Winning Across Borders, we sit down with Femi, a cybersecurity engineer in the UK, who shares his journey from Nigeria to working in one of the world’s leading cybersecurity companies. We dive deep into: Breaking into cybersecurity as an immigrant The reality of relocating to…
more -
I Was Ashamed to Be a Support Worker in the UK… but It Led Me to Canada PR 🇨🇦
In this episode of Winning Across Borders, we sit down with Bolu, who shares her powerful journey from Nigeria to the UK and eventually to Canada. After working in banking back home, she moved to the UK in 2022 and had to start over — taking a job as a support worker, something she initially...
-
2 Sides of Security: From Securing Spaces to Securing IT Systems
In this episode of the Winner Cross Borders Podcast, we sit down with Mr. Moshood to discuss his powerful journey of relocating to the UK and building a career from scratch. Like many immigrants, his journey did not start with a dream job. He worked survival jobs — waiting tables, working as a...
-
How I Moved From Teaching to Hair Studio Owner in the UK
The World Only Rewards Boldness, Not Ideas: How I Moved From School Teacher to Hair Studio Owner in the UK | Winning Across Borders Relocating abroad often forces people to rethink everything — their career, identity, and long-term plans. For many Africans in the diaspora, the path to success is...
-
I Had a PhD… But Almost Settled for Support Work in the UK
I Had a PhD… But Almost Settled for Support Work in the UK Winning Across Borders: From Nigeria to UK Academia – The Journey of Dr. Olalekan Adisa Description In this episode of Winning Across Borders, we sit down with Dr. Olalekan Adisa, a Nigerian academic whose journey spans Nigeria, South...
-
From Survival to Strategy: My Journey Winning Across Borders
In this episode, Gbolahan Akinola shares his journey of relocating from Africa to the UK, discussing the challenges and opportunities faced along the way. He emphasizes the importance of preparation, networking, and leveraging current skills to navigate the job market successfully. Gbolahan also...
-
Welcome to the Winning Across Borders pod
The podcast explores the challenges of relocating and excelling in a new career, featuring real conversations and success stories from Africans who have mastered the move and excelled in their career paths. Takeaways Relocating and excelling in a new career can be challenging Real conversations…
more
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
About the Show: Welcome to Winning Across Borders, the premier podcast dedicated to showcasing the incredible journeys of Nigerians and Africans excelling in the Western world.
Relocating to a new country is only the beginning. From the UK and Europe to the USA and Canada, we sit down with high-achievers who have navigated the challenges of migration to reach the pinnacle of their careers. Whether you are a professional looking to move, a student abroad, or someone seeking inspiration from the global African community, this show is your blueprint for success.
What to Expect:
Career Blueprints: Practical advice on breaking into top-tier industries abroad.
Real Stories: The unfiltered truth about culture shock, resilience, and triumph.
Global Impact: How the diaspora is reshaping the narrative of African excellence.
HOSTED BY
Gbolahan Akinola
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does the Winning Across Borders pod have?
the Winning Across Borders pod currently has 19 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is the Winning Across Borders pod about?
About the Show: Welcome to Winning Across Borders, the premier podcast dedicated to showcasing the incredible journeys of Nigerians and Africans excelling in the Western world. Relocating to a new country is only the beginning. From the UK and Europe to the USA and Canada, we sit down with...
How often does the Winning Across Borders pod release new episodes?
the Winning Across Borders pod has 19 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
Where can I listen to the Winning Across Borders pod?
You can listen to the Winning Across Borders pod on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts the Winning Across Borders pod?
the Winning Across Borders pod is created and hosted by Gbolahan Akinola.
URL copied to clipboard!