Drop the Filter: Recent Episodes
Silas Onmbayugh
Sharing stories, experiences, & wisdom from the world of product, content and marketing. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drop-the-filter/support
In this episode we discuss the topic of stress and how to manage it effectively. We define stress - that it is not the stress itself that is a problem, but rather the reaction to stressors.
Stress can be used to one's advantage if managed properly, and a positive mindset and proactive approach are key to preventing stress from becoming detrimental.
The episode highlights the importance of having a philosophy of life that guides how one approaches and responds to challenges. We learn four tips to overcome distress: starting with a to-do list, talking oneself into taking action, using time management techniques like the Pomodoro and 52/17 methods, and acting on what one knows rather than how one feels.
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In a recent study, 30% of adults surveyed reported that, they have never felt the Impostor Phenomenon and that' not the case for most people. In my private conversations I've come to recognize what the 30% do right and, what the have is Self-Esteem. Put simply, people with self-esteem work better. I dive into why this is the case in this episode of #lyg; Catch you at the other end.link to survey: https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/IJBS/article/view/521/pdf
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Hey Traveler! DTF is a pitstop to refuel, not for too long as we’re training to be one percent better. Every other week we deep dive into the scriptures to share Hope, Love & Encouragement just as Jesus would want us do.
We’re also passionate about productivity and knocking off that work-life balance thing.
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Matthew 9:9-13
9⌄¶ As Jesus went on from there, he saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax collector’s booth. “Follow me,” he told him, and Matthew got up and followed him.
10⌄¶ While Jesus was having dinner at Matthew’s house, many tax collectors and sinners came and ate with him and his disciples.
11⌄ When the Pharisees saw this, they asked his disciples, “Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?”
12⌄¶ On hearing this, Jesus said, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.
13⌄ But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’1 For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.”
In the bustling streets of first-century Galilee, amidst the myriad voices and stories that echoed through time, there stood a man named Matthew. He was not just any man; he was a literate member of society, a tax collector. In a world where societal roles were clearly defined, Matthew's profession set him apart. He was a keeper of records and a collector of taxes, often associated with corruption and greed.
But when the call came, when the voice of a humble carpenter from Nazareth echoed through the streets, Matthew did something extraordinary. He followed Jesus without hesitation. He left behind the confines of his tax booth, his life as a man of influence, to walk alongside a teacher who offered a message of hope, compassion, and transformation.
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What makes Matthew's story truly remarkable is not just his willingness to follow, but how he leveraged his unique gifts. As a man of influence, he understood the power of introductions. He used his connections and social network to introduce Jesus to more people, bridging the gap between the ordinary and the divine. Through Matthew's eyes, we witness the transformative power of service, the ability to use one's gifts for a higher purpose.
Join us in this audioblog as we delve into Matthew 9:9-13, where we discover the profound impact of one man's choice to be of service. It's a story of transformation, of how an unlikely follower became an essential evangelist, and a testament to the enduring message of compassion that continues to resonate through the ages.
Let's listen together to the words of Matthew and explore the powerful lesson he offers us today.
God Bless You.
Today’s Bible Study was voiced & edited by Silas S. Onmbayugh.
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Creative through Scriptures (Luke 1:78-79 )
Four month’s ago, I decided to start consistently reading the scriptures and develop a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. It wasn’t easy at first, but gradually I learned to trust God more and more.
In this podcast episode, I share my testimony of being half and half to going all in. It’s an ongoing series to encourage someone uncertain about what to do next with their spirituality; as you listen, may you be blessed.
Key Takeaways
Before
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Pride (Proverbs 16:18-19)
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Self-absorption
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Impressing others
After
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Submitting to God (James 4:7)
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Inspiration through Scriptures ( Philippians 2:4)
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Service to others (1 Corinthians 10:24)
Creative Through Scriptures is a testimony of expressing our gifts and talents in a way that pleases God.
If you’re led to share your story, I’d love to speak with you; I believe many others would benefit from you sharing your journey.
You can find me here: dropthefilter@gmail.com; make the subject ‘My Testimony’, and we will find a way to make it work. Thanks, and God Bless.
Make plans for your time with the Day journal.
Constant devotion requires daily practice; create space to reconnect with DJ.
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Osinachi is the Co-founder/CEO of Heroshe (www.heroshe.com), a logistics platform tackling the problem of sourcing, payment and cross-border shipping for individuals and small businesses in Africa.
He's a trained solutions architect who has spent the last 13yrs helping fortune 500 companies save billions of dollars to achieve their profitability goals.
We spoke about his foray into helping businesses make better decisions using data and the Heroshe story. We finished with him revealing interesting answers to some rapid fire questions.
It was a lovely chat. Enjoy!
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Stream Mage's latest single "Anthem Ready"
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/2SInzM...
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3A3...
Apple music: https://music.apple.com/au/album/anth...
Follow Drop the Filter on socials;
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Silas
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drop-the-filter/support
Stream Mage's latest single "Anthem Ready"
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/2SInzM...
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3A3...
Apple music: https://music.apple.com/au/album/anth...
Follow Drop the Filter on socials;
https://twitter.com/dropthefilter
https://www.instagram.com/dropthefilt...
Silas
https://twitter.com/noobsilas
https://www.instagram.com/noobsilas/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drop-the-filter/support
Stream Mage's latest single "Anthem Ready"
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/2SInzM...
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3A3...
Apple music: https://music.apple.com/au/album/anth...
Follow Drop the Filter on socials;
https://twitter.com/dropthefilter
https://www.instagram.com/dropthefilt...
Silas
https://twitter.com/noobsilas
https://www.instagram.com/noobsilas/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drop-the-filter/support
Stream Mage's latest single "Anthem Ready"
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/2SInzM...
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3A3...
Apple music: https://music.apple.com/au/album/anth...
Follow Drop the Filter on socials;
https://twitter.com/dropthefilter
https://www.instagram.com/dropthefilt...
Silas
https://twitter.com/noobsilas
https://www.instagram.com/noobsilas/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drop-the-filter/support
Stream Mage's latest single "Anthem Ready"
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/2SInzM...
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3A3...
Apple music: https://music.apple.com/au/album/anth...
Follow Drop the Filter on socials;
https://twitter.com/dropthefilter
https://www.instagram.com/dropthefilt...
Silas
https://twitter.com/noobsilas
https://www.instagram.com/noobsilas/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drop-the-filter/support
Stream Mage's latest single "Anthem Ready"
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/2SInzM...
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3A3...
Apple music: https://music.apple.com/au/album/anth...
Follow Drop the Filter on socials;
https://twitter.com/dropthefilter
https://www.instagram.com/dropthefilt...
Silas
https://twitter.com/noobsilas
https://www.instagram.com/noobsilas/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drop-the-filter/support
Stream Mage's latest single "Anthem Ready"
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/2SInzM...
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3A3...
Apple music: https://music.apple.com/au/album/anth...
Follow Drop the Filter on socials;
https://twitter.com/dropthefilter
https://www.instagram.com/dropthefilt...
Silas
https://twitter.com/noobsilas
https://www.instagram.com/noobsilas/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drop-the-filter/support
Stream Mage's latest single "Anthem Ready"
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/2SInzM...
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3A3...
Apple music: https://music.apple.com/au/album/anth...
Follow Drop the Filter on socials;
https://twitter.com/dropthefilter
https://www.instagram.com/dropthefilt...
Silas
https://twitter.com/noobsilas
https://www.instagram.com/noobsilas/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/drop-the-filter/support
Living and working outside of a home country comes with unique challenges. I sat down with Thelma to recount some of her experiences and her journey into Software Engineering. I also learned about her motivations to move abroad. She shared some tips for easing one's way into a relocation amongst other things. Listen for more...
Mailbag Episode: We'd like to hear back from you. We'll have a mailbag episode at the end of Season 1. Silas will read out the listener notes and also share his perspective on questions. To contribute drop us a DM on any of our social media platforms or send a mail to dropthefilter@gmail.com.
You can find Thelma on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ugonnaofoegbu/
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Elijah leads product and growth-related design efforts for Revolut's subscription products. On today's episode we talk about his transition from Front-end Engineering to Product Design. He touched on impostor syndrome and how he managed it early in his career.
We also talked his move from Lagos, Nigeria to London and how he has managed to adjust to life there.
Announcements.
-> This will be the final episode before the holiday festivities, we'll return in January with the last couple of episodes in Season 01.
-> We'd like to hear back from you, Send us notes, suggestions and questions to dropthefilter@gmail.com ordrop us a DM on any of our social media platforms
You can find 'Elijah on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahkingson/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElijahKingson
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Silas is on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/noobsilas
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I recently sat with Olabinjo Adeniran for a chat. I had read some of his work and was interested in a follow-up conversation. 'Binjo leads communication, growth marketing and community efforts at Future Africa. FA is a reputable VC firm out of Nigeria. They connect investors to mission-driven founders coming out of Nigeria and Africa at large.
He explained how he negotiated his early career decisions and how he managed work and school. We also talked about career games and why it matters.
You can find 'Binjo on Linkedin here -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/olabinjo
Follow us on Twitter and Instagram -> https://twitter.com/dropthefilter and https://www.instagram.com/dropthefilter_/
Silas is on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/noobsilas
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This episode is with Sam Enoka, who is a Product Design Lead at Canva. He previously was a UX Designer at Booking.com and publishes articles on Medium under his name.
In this conversation, we explore one mindset to embody as a designer and how to make the most of mentorship opportunities. We also touched on how being a Lead influence your journey.
You can find Sam on Linkedin here -> https://linkedin.com/in/slwenoka/. Also, check out Sam's writing on Medium
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Silas is on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/noobsilas
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In this episode, I chat with Hugo. He describes himself as a “Product Designer focused in changing the world through online experiences...” We touch on confidence in design, why he believes good design can change the world, how young designers can approach mentoring amongst other topics.
Hugo:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/hugowelke
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hugowelke/
DtF:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/dropthefilter
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dropthefilter_/
Silas:
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Hi 👋
It's been a while, I know. A lot has happened since the first couple of episodes. In the time since I have worked to reorg the show's and define content and production processes. One of the decisions is to publish the show in Seasons and have episodes in them.
The first season will feature 6 episodes and they'll be dropping every Fortnightly Tuesday. Expect the first episode by 12 noon (WAT), Tuesday 26th October 2021.
You can reach out to me for a chitchat @noobilas on Twitter or mail me; onsilas@gmail.com
DroptheFilter
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Joseph Cobhams, ex Andela and currently at HelloFresh Canada, is a Senior Software Engineer with a ton of industry experience. On this episode he shares his approach to achieving focus and getting work done, he talks how to get mundane, tedious work done, how you should approach learning something new. He informs that "Improvements is making small mistakes over time", shares how he dealing with learning blocks an answers a couple more questions.
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Drop the Filter with Silas coming soon!
Drop the filter is a long-form conversation with product people, Designers, Managers, and Marketers alike, to learn from them what they’ve figured out on building products, working with teams and their journey as builders.