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The Thrive Careers Podcast

Olajumoke Fatoki

My career wasn’t a straight line—it was a series of pivots, survival jobs, and soul-searching moments. It really began when I decided I couldn’t keep feeling stuck and unfulfilled. I set out to find clarity, reignite my confidence, and create a career that actually made sense for me. That journey led me here—and now I help others do the same.I’m Olajumoke Fatoki—a career coach, HR strategist, and advocate for newcomers, women, and mid-career professionals trying to build work that fits their life,

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12:13

Why Hustle Culture Is Killing Women’s Careers—And...

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2025/11/26

Ever feel like you’re doing everything but getting nowhere? You’re not alone. Hustle culture is quietly draining the energy and ambition of high-performing women—and in this episode, we expose exactly how. Hosted by certified HR pro and career strategist Olajumoke Fatoki, this episode reveals the hidden trap behind hustle culture and how it convinces ambitious professionals to equate overwhelm with success. Spoiler: it doesn’t work. Instead, Jumoke shares the breakthrough mindset that helped ...

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13:28

From Surviving to Thriving: Career Strategies Every...

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2025/11/19

From Surviving to Thriving: Career Strategies Every Immigrant Professional Needs to Know Feeling stuck, overlooked, or unsure how to rebuild your career in a new country? You’re not alone—and you’re not behind. You’re becoming. In this empowering solo episode, career coach and HR strategist Olajumoke Fatoki shares the real talk every immigrant professional needs. From the silent identity shock of starting over to the myth of “local experience,” this episode unpacks the emotional and practica...

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11:32

Why You Didn’t Get the Job—And How to Spot (and Fix)...

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2025/11/12

Ever felt ghosted, rejected, or misjudged during a job interview—and had no idea why? Recorded as part of World Quality Week, this episode challenges the way we define ‘quality’ in hiring—and what fairness really looks like for today’s job seeker. This episode pulls back the curtain on hiring decisions to reveal what really drives quality hires—and why so many processes are still unfair. If you’re job hunting, changing careers, or preparing to lead a team, understanding this could...

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31:34

How to Build Confidence, Lead with Authenticity &...

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2025/10/29

What if embracing your fear is the key to unlocking your voice and your career potential?Navigating identity, career growth, and visibility as a woman of color isn’t just about building a résumé—it’s about owning your story. In this empowering episode, Urmi Hozain shares how she went from feeling out of place between cultures to confidently leading in the finance industry, coaching women, and speaking on international panels.Whether you're balancing a 9-to-5 and your passion projects,

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35:54

Why Most Professionals Get Stuck and How to Lead Your...

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2025/09/17

What if your career could evolve faster than AI—and still leave you feeling confident, calm, and in control? With layoffs dominating headlines and AI shifting the rules of the job market, doing “good work” isn’t enough anymore. If you’re waiting to be noticed, you're already behind. This episode shows you how to take control—without burning out. Inside, you’ll discover: The hidden reason you're not getting promoted—and how to flip the script in your favorHow to build a powerful executive bran...

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8:53

The Best Kept Secret Career Hack? Becoming Your Own...

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2025/09/10

Waiting for the right mentor could be the reason you’re not moving forward. In this episode, I unpack a brutally honest truth: the career advice you're waiting for is already within you. Whether you're a newcomer trying to break into your field in Canada, a mid-level pro stuck in a “safe” role, or someone exploring your next move — this episode will show you how to become your own most trusted guide. What you’ll learn: Why relying solely on external mentors stalls your progressA practical 3-...

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24:48

Letters Across Time: Immigrant Stories of Courage,...

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2025/08/20

What does it mean to start over in a new country — and how do we find belonging while building a thriving career?In this special episode of the Thrive Careers Podcast, Ola shares Letters Across Time — a live radio reenactment originally broadcast on Trent Radio for the Peter Robinson Bicentennial.Through the voice of Brigid, an Irish settler in 1825, and Ola’s own journey as a newcomer in 2025, this story explores the timeless courage it takes to begin again. You’ll hear themes of immigrant

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0:45

From Job Search to Career Growth — A Guide for Newcomers

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2025/08/01

Just arrived in a new country? Or trying to turn your job search into real career growth? Welcome to the Thrive Careers Podcast — your go-to guide for building a career you love, no matter where your journey began. Hosted by Olajumoke Fatoki, award-winning career coach and HR professional, each episode gives you practical strategies, insider tips, and real success stories to help you: Navigate the job market with confidenceTranslate your skills and experience to a new environmentLand i...

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10:44

Start Small, Win Big: How Micro Goals Build Career...

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2025/07/17

In this reflective solo episode, Olajumoke Fatoki shares a personal moment that turned into a powerful career metaphor: taking a walk with her son led to the realization that progress begins with small, intentional steps. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin in your career journey, this episode offers a practical roadmap to get moving.Olajumoke challenges listeners to shift from vague goals to specific micro actions that create momentum. Whether it’s applying to two

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13:00

Why Immigrant Professionals Are Overlooked And What...

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2025/07/09

Qualified—but still overlooked? Here’s the truth no one’s told you about today’s job market.If you’ve ever seen someone land a great job and thought, “I’m more qualified—so why not me?”... you’re not imagining it. In this episode of The Thrive Careers Podcast, we unpack the new reality: the influencer economy—and why visibility, not just experience, is the key to unlocking career opportunities.🎯 You’ll discover: ✅ Why applying harder isn’t working—and what to do instead ✅ A 3-part visibility

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16:59

Elevate Your LinkedIn Presence and Build Meaningful...

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2025/07/02

Feel invisible on LinkedIn—or unsure how to make AI actually work for your job search? You’re not alone. And the good news? You don’t have to be a tech expert or influencer to build a standout profile.In this episode, career coach and HR strategist Olajumoke Fatoki chats with Al Kushner, author of The AI LinkedIn Advantage, about how to make LinkedIn work for you—with the help of AI tools that save time and boost visibility.💡 You’ll learn:How to use AI to write stronger LinkedIn summaries and

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29:51

How a TEDx Talk Can Skyrocket Your Career with Terry...

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2025/06/25

Think TEDx is only for celebrities or industry experts? Terry Fossum’s journey proves otherwise. From growing up in one of the poorest U.S. cities to leading nuclear bomber crews in the Air Force, surviving solo treks in the Amazon and Arctic, winning a Fox reality survival show, and becoming a #1 bestselling author and award‑winning actor—Terry’s story is the ultimate underdog tale. His iconic TEDx talk, “Why You Didn’t Reach That Goal…Again,” reached the top 2 TEDx talks globally, applying Nobel

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30:37

Why Relying on Personality Labels Could Be Sabotaging...

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2025/06/18

What if your personality test is the reason you’re stuck—and don’t even know it?Been told you’re “not leadership material”? Think you’re “too introverted for sales”? Popular tests like Myers-Briggs and the Enneagram might be boxing you in—and quietly sabotaging your career decisions.In this episode, psychologist and researcher Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala pulls back the curtain on the science behind personality—and explains how the labels we trust most often do more harm than good.💡 You’ll learn:Why

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25:24

Why Successful People Still Feel Like Frauds—Even...

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2025/06/11

Think confidence should come naturally after success? Think again.Even high performers feel like frauds. In this episode of the Thrive Careers Podcast, Dr. Albert Bramante—a psychologist, certified hypnotist, and talent agent—breaks down the real reason impostor syndrome sticks around (and how childhood programming might be behind it).In just one listen, you’ll discover:✔️ Why success doesn’t silence self-doubt✔️ How the “Happy File” builds real confidence✔️ A simple way to feel authentic in

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35:43

How to Pivot Your Career Without Starting Over:...

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2025/06/03

Do you feel stuck in a career that no longer excites you—but worry it's too late to pivot? The truth is, you don’t have to start from scratch to change direction. In this powerful episode, host Olajumoke Fatoki sits down with Katie O’Malley, Founder of (en)Courage Coaching, to debunk the myth that you need to start from scratch when making a career pivot. Together, they explore: ✅ Why your past experience is never wasted ✅ How to overcome the fear of changing paths after 10+ yea...

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25:14

Burnout Isn’t a Badge of Honor: How to Set Boundaries...

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2025/05/21

She used to be the top performer on her team. Until one day, she couldn’t get out of bed. What looked like laziness to her manager was actually burnout—chronic emotional exhaustion from blurred boundaries, nonstop pressure, and always being “on.” And she’s not alone. In this powerful Mental Health Awareness Month episode of the Thrive Careers Podcast, host Olajumoke Fatoki sits with clinical psychologist Oyin Oladipupo to unpack how burnout hides in plain sight at work — and what we can do a...

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How to Leave Your 9–5 Without Burning Out or Going...

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2025/05/13

Are you stuck in a job that looks good on paper but feels misaligned in real life? You're not alone—and you're not crazy. You’re evolving. And so is the 9 to 5.In this transformational episode, career coach and HR expert Olajumoke Fatoki breaks down the real reason you feel stuck, uninspired, or burned out at work—and how to start planning your next career move before a crisis forces your hand.We’re talking about building your career escape plan, rewriting your narrative, and shifting your

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34:11

Confused About Your Career in Your 20s? Build...

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2025/05/06

Feeling stuck or unsure about your career path in your 20s? You’re not alone—and this episode of Thrive Careers Podcast is here to help you gain clarity without the pressure.Career coach Olajumoke Fatoki teams up with Brianne Rush, VP of Operations and founder of The Independence Lab, to share a proven framework that helps Gen Z professionals stand out, get promoted, and build confidence in a competitive job market.In this episode, you’ll discover how to:Use emotional intelligence (EQ) to land jobs

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30:15

The Career Transition Secret: How to Find Hidden...

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2025/04/29

Most executive roles are filled before they’re ever posted. So, how do top leaders find and secure hidden opportunities?In this episode of the Thrive Careers Podcast, Olajumoke Fatoki speaks with career strategist Gina Riley about mastering executive transitions. Learn how to:Define your unique value propositionTap into the hidden job marketBuild lasting thought leadership and personal brandingNetwork like a pro — even when you’re not actively job huntingPrepare for interviews at the executive

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34:04

Humanizing the Workplace: DEI, Leadership & Culture...

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2025/04/22

What if the biggest threat to your HR career... is NOT AI, but how you choose to work with it? Most companies are missing the mark on DEI, struggling with real employee engagement, and fearing AI will replace them. But here’s the truth: The future belongs to HR professionals who know how to co-create with technology while keeping human connection at the heart of workplace culture.Join Olajumoke Fatoki and cultural leadership expert Dr. Frank Gonzalez as they reveal:💡 The BIGGEST HR trends shaping

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