Don't Say We Didn't Tell You: Recent Episodes
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Have you looked on the websites of the top MBA programs? Or read top MBA blogs/ podcasts? WE have, and we noticed that something is missing. There are not enough stories and profiles of successful Africans at top MBA programs. Don’t Say We Didn’t Tell You aims to pull back the curtain on exactly how other Africans end up at top MBA programs by interviewing them directly to share their stories, experiences, and tips.
On our last episode of the year, we had a convo with Temi Ransome-Kuti. We spoke about many things - her journey to b-school, working with a Nigerian VC during the school year, and what she liked (and disliked) most about school.
Most importantly, we talked about how difficult it is to accept when you have to pivot from your original plan and why it is important to give yourself the grace to do so without feeling like you "failed". Enjoy!
This week's episode is with our dear friend Aissata Sylla who has been so vocal about her love for entertainment!
We talk about how she discovered her passion, what pursuing a "non-tradtional" career in business school looked like, impostor syndrome, how cultural differences influence the classroom experience, and why it is so important to be vocal about what you want out of life!
On this week's episode, we talk with our friend Stephanie about what her journey has been like founding a fintech for Haiti. Episode was a little long but worth it! She drops so many gems. Enjoy!
This week's episode is about our random reflections on entrepreneurship following our convo last week with our friend Ndonga who founded a company while in business school.
Enjoy, like and share please!
This weeks episode is with our fave founder Ndonga Sagnia! She talks about her journey to entrepreneurship (spoiler - it was not easy).
We talk about if founder market fit is important and what it was like looking for a co-founder and convincing her team to join her on this “living with less journey”
On last week's episode, we spoke to our guest about his journey using b-school to pivot careers. On this week's episode, we talk about our own personal reflections. We talk about thinking through immigration concerns, the pressure of feeling like you have to get the perfect job after school, and what we would do differently in the recruiting / job search process.
Back with season 2 and talked to our friend Imam about how he thought about using b-school to pivot careers. Tons of gems in this episode. Hope you enjoy!
Aminat & Sultana wrap up season 1!
We talk about what we have been doing since graduation (yes we graduated!), our highlights at HBS (and what we would do differently), what it has been like returning to the real world, and what you guys can expect in Season 2!
Enjoy and please subscribe!
On this episode, we talk to Kenza - one of our classmates from Morocco! We talk about her role as a conference co-chair for the upcoming Africa Business Club Conference, how she is feeling about going back into the real world (crazy graduation is in less than 3 months!), and if b-school has lived up to her expectations.
Soooo excited for our first episode of the year! We took a long break but we are back! On this episode we talk about what we did over the holidays and how we generally felt about last semester. We also talk about what we are most excited (and anxious) for this semester and how we are feeling about going back into the real world in less than 6 months.
This week's episode is with Emmanuel (EI) Iruobe. We talk about the psychological cost of moving to a new country for business school, what HBS has been like for him and his partner, and how the project management skills he learned in consulting helped him apply to school, plan a wedding, and move countries all at the same time (ofcourse an Excel spreadsheet was involved).
Had so much fun recording this episode with Dumi. Episode is a bit longer than usual but promise it’s worth it.
We talked about many things including Dumi’s time working in development across the continent, how he views the relationship between business and social impact, why he decided an MBA was a logical next step (vs a Masters in Public Policy), and what it’s like being a secret introvert at HBS.
On this episode, we chat with Ebere about the hardest parts of the application process, the culture shock of living in the US for the first time, her resolve to move back to Nigeria, and her plans for Sloan's Africa Business Club (she's co-president of the club).
On this episode, we do a review of our first year at HBS - what we loved, what we disliked, and what surprised us the most!
On this episode, we interviewed Kehinde Odusote and talked how to balance having multiple passions, what she wished she had known before she started her MBA at Wharton, and the importance of practicing gratitude.
We talked to the amazing Zainab Raji about doing a dual degree with HBS and HKS (the school of Government), the importance of taking control of your narrative and showcasing your authentic self, and her jump from Consulting to PE (which is really difficult to do!)
Our second episode is with Temi Ojuade- a proud Ibadan babe! We talk about her brief stint as a tech babe, her time working in Finance in the UK, and what it was like going through the application process with her significant other!
Welcome to Don't Say We Didn't Tell You! On our first episode, we interview Daniel Jayeoba - a Nigerian lawyer who came to business school to transition to FinTech & Entrepreneurship