OYU
By Ayokanmi Oluwabuyide
Hello!
I'm glad to have you here!
OYU for Own Your Upgrade is a personal development and transformation podcast that empowers you to live your best life without compromising your individuality. By engaging with the thought-provoking conversations on OYU, you will learn life-transforming insights that will launch you into your best self, and empower you to reach your highest potential and lead a fulfilling life.
So, Listen, Learn, Subscribe, and Share!
Also, visit my website at ownyourupgrade.com to learn life-transforming insights that will empower you to live your best life.
I'm glad to have you here!
OYU for Own Your Upgrade is a personal development and transformation podcast that empowers you to live your best life without compromising your individuality. By engaging with the thought-provoking conversations on OYU, you will learn life-transforming insights that will launch you into your best self, and empower you to reach your highest potential and lead a fulfilling life.
So, Listen, Learn, Subscribe, and Share!
Also, visit my website at ownyourupgrade.com to learn life-transforming insights that will empower you to live your best life.
OYUOct 15, 2022
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15:26
How I Learned To Tame My Tongue - About Guarding Our Liberties And Exercising Emotional Intelligence
In this episode, I share an experience that taught me Emotional Intelligence. Enjoy and share!
Oct 15, 202215:26
About Vulnerability And Crocodile Tears
Have you ever been judged or shamed for expressing your vulnerability? Do you believe that vulnerability is a sign of weakness?
Then listen to me share my experience about a time when I was shamed for expressing vulnerability and how you can embrace your vulnerability.
Sep 16, 202212:25
About That Promotion That Left Me In My Feelings - A story of courage and tenacity.
I understand when people sometimes say that "your job title is not important". . .
But on this one, it was important to me, and I wasn't going to let it slide.
Let me tell you about when I got promoted and didn't feel good about the new title and how I changed it.
You see, I had not only gotten a promotion, I had gotten a significant raise too, but I was unhappy about the whole thing.
I couldn't celebrate or even bring myself to respond to the email with excitement, which felt terrible.
It's a long story.
But later that week, I visited a friend, and we talked about it.
Long story short, I summoned the courage to share my concerns with my boss and request a change in my new job title, and the following day, I got a new promotion letter reflecting my new job title.
You can imagine the excitement I felt when I got my new letter.
It's quite the story, so I recorded this episode with the full gist.
Please listen, and let's talk about it.
If this were you, what would you have done differently? And why?
You can respond to me via email at ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com.
Or you can choose to send a voice message using this link - anchor.fm/ayo-buyide/message
But on this one, it was important to me, and I wasn't going to let it slide.
Let me tell you about when I got promoted and didn't feel good about the new title and how I changed it.
You see, I had not only gotten a promotion, I had gotten a significant raise too, but I was unhappy about the whole thing.
I couldn't celebrate or even bring myself to respond to the email with excitement, which felt terrible.
It's a long story.
But later that week, I visited a friend, and we talked about it.
Long story short, I summoned the courage to share my concerns with my boss and request a change in my new job title, and the following day, I got a new promotion letter reflecting my new job title.
You can imagine the excitement I felt when I got my new letter.
It's quite the story, so I recorded this episode with the full gist.
Please listen, and let's talk about it.
If this were you, what would you have done differently? And why?
You can respond to me via email at ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com.
Or you can choose to send a voice message using this link - anchor.fm/ayo-buyide/message
Aug 16, 202218:42
Overcoming The Impostor Syndrome - My Journey
Listen to me share my experiences with the Impostor Syndrome and how you can overcome the Impostor Syndrome.
Nov 22, 202134:43
The Truth Nobody Tells You About Consistency!
Nobody tells you that Consistency is boring. Listen to me share a personal experience. Share your thoughts and feedback on social media @ownyourupgrade or @ayooluwabuyide. Send me an email - ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com, I'll be happy to hear from you!
Oct 25, 202124:15
Affirmations - I rise to the level of my strengths.
Today and always, I stay grounded in my unique identity. I rise to the level of my strengths and I put to work the gifts and talents within me. I stretch and spread!
Oct 21, 202100:21
Affirmations - I am highly favoured
Today and always, I am highly favoured. My efforts are crowned with outstanding success. I profit in every of my labour. I am divinely helped!
Oct 19, 202100:22
Affirmations - I see and seize opportunities.
Today, I stay sensitive and I see and seize opportunities that deliver my expected realities. I recognise and receive help from both expected and unexpected sources. I am divinely helped!
Oct 18, 202100:22
Affirmations - As I raise the level of my ambitions . . .
Today, as I raise the level of my ambitions, my mind conforms and conceives the thought processes that align with the level of my ambitions. And I receive clarity, counsel, courage, and confidence to birth them into radiant realities. I am a miracle worker!
Oct 15, 202100:25
Affirmations - I am a Miracle Worker!
I unlock the confidence and competence to take on new challenges and raise the level of my ambitions. I connect and collaborate intelligently with like-minded individuals in a way that enhances my experience and expertise. I am a miracle worker!
Oct 13, 202100:24
Affirmations - I deliver outstanding solutions that add value in my workplace.
Today, I receive the wisdom that elevates my competence and influence. And I deliver outstanding solutions that add value in my workplace.
Oct 12, 202100:19
What do you see? 👀
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐒𝐞𝐞? 👀
Oct 09, 202100:25
Prayer for Nigeria
We thank you God for our nation, Nigeria. We thank you for our beginning as a people and our journey so far. We are grateful for yesterday, we are grateful for today, and we are hopeful for tomorrow. And so, we declare your light upon our nation, Nigeria. That your light will eradicate every darkness and illuminate our hearts, leaders and followers alike. That our hearts will embrace your truth and your light will clarify and direct our paths. We declare your love and peace upon our nation, Nigeria. That we will walk in love and live in peace. That beyond our diverse interests, our hearts will yield to your perfect will for us as a people and as a nation. And together we will work in unity of purpose. So help us God, Amen!
Oct 07, 202101:21
Affirmations - I know what to do
𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬, 𝐈 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨.
𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞.
𝐈 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐞.
𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐝!
𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞.
𝐈 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐞.
𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐝!
Oct 07, 202100:27
'You And Your Career' conversation with Segun Akiode
Segun Akiode is one of the highly intelligent Strategic HR Professionals in this generation. And we had a very robust conversation about, 'making sound career choices', 'job security', becoming and staying relevant in the workplace', 'prioritising your mental health', 'navigating job loss', and a host of other workplace topics. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share. Follow and tag @ownyourupgrade or @ayooluwabuyide on social media. You can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com, I'll be happy to hear from you.
Aug 25, 202101:38:21
"You Are Not Your Job!" - 'You And Your Career' conversation with Segun Akiode
You are not your job! Your job doesn't define you. You have an identity outside your job. Listen to the full conversation on 'You and Your Career' with Segun Akiode. Learn. Subscribe. Share. Follow and tag @ownyourupgrade or @ayooluwabuyide on social media. You can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com, I'll be happy to hear from you.
Aug 25, 202100:51
'Understanding Job Security' - 'You And Your Career' conversation with Segun Akiode
Contrary to popular belief, your job security is not in the type of job you have or how 'secure' your pay cheque is, your job security is YOU. You are your own security. Listen to the full conversation on 'You and Your Career' with Segun Akiode. Learn. Subscribe. Share. Follow and tag @ownyourupgrade or @ayooluwabuyide on social media. You can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com, I'll be happy to hear from you.
Aug 25, 202102:46
'Prioritising Your Mental Health' - 'You And Your Career' conversation with Segun Akiode
You owe it to yourself to prioritise your mental health especially in the workplace. Listen and learn why you should prioritise your mental health. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share. Follow and tag @ownyourupgrade or @ayooluwabuyide on social media. You can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com, I'll be happy to hear from you.
Aug 19, 202101:48
'Your Mental Health Is Your Priority' - You And Your Career' conversation with Segun Akiode
Listen and learn how to guard your mental health in a toxic work environment. Listen to the full conversation on 'You and Your Career' with Segun Akiode. Learn. Subscribe. Share. Follow and tag @ownyourupgrade or @ayooluwabuyide on social media. You can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com, I'll be happy to hear from you.
Aug 19, 202101:03
'Dealing With Mental Health Issues In The Workplace' with Segun Akiode
Listen and learn how to deal with mental health challenges in the workplace. Listen to the full conversation on 'You and Your Career' with Segun Akiode. Learn. Subscribe. Share. Follow and tag @ownyourupgrade or @ayooluwabuyide on social media. You can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com, I'll be happy to hear from you.
Aug 19, 202101:05
'Being Your Authentic Self In The Workplace' - You And Your Career' conversation with Segun Akiode
How being your authentic self helps you become relevant in the workplace. Listen to the full conversation on 'You and Your Career' with Segun Akiode. Learn. Subscribe. Share. Follow and tag @ownyourupgrade or @ayooluwabuyide on social media. You can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com, I'll be happy to hear from you.
Aug 19, 202101:02
My Behavioural/Lifestyle Change - How I navigated my weak points.
In this episode, I share about my struggles with productivity, and lifestyle changes. I talk about the simple and practical principles that helped me start and stick to positive habits that became my new lifestyle. From this episode, you will learn how to stop negative habits or lifestyles, start, and stick to positive desired habits and lifestyles. So Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share. Share your feedback via email - ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com or send me a DM on IG/Facebook @ayooluwabuyide. I'll be glad to hear from you!
Jul 25, 202119:51
'Your Passion, Your Profit' conversation with Mary Olere
Mary Olere is a young successful unassuming business lady who has successfully turned her passion to profit. In this episode she shares her keen ability to see and seize opportunities through partnerships and collaborations. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share.
Jul 03, 202137:28
"By God's grace" . . . What do you mean? - Understanding Your True Identity with EwaOluwa Eni-Odunjo
When you say "by God's grace", what do you mean. Listen to EwaOluwa explain why we need to live up to who we say we are. Listen to the full conversation on Understanding Your True Identity with EwaOluwa Eni-Odunjo. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share
Jun 16, 202106:20
The Identity of the 100 Dollar Bill - Understanding Your True Identity with EwaOluwa Eni-Odunjo
In this short clip, EwaOluwa illustrates the authenticity of our Identity using the 100 Dollar bill. Listen to the full conversation on Understanding Your True Identity with EwaOluwa Eni-Odunjo. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share!
Jun 16, 202101:34
"Our identity is the purpose for which we were made . . . "
EwaOluwa explains that our identity is grounded in the purpose for which we were created. Check out previous episodes for full conversation on Understanding Your True Identity with EwaOluwa Eni-Odunjo. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share
Jun 16, 202100:60
You Are Not Your Mistake! - Understanding Your True Identity (Part 2) with EwaOluwa Eni-Odunjo.
In this second part of our conversation, EwaOluwa addresses the common mistake people make by identifying themselves by their failures. Listen and learn how to stay true to your identity in spite of your mistakes, how to identify and fix a broken identity. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share.
Jun 08, 202149:27
Understanding Your True Identity with EwaOluwa Eni-Odunjo - Part 1
EwaOluwa shares deep insights as to how to fully embrace and stay true to who we really are - our true identity. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share
Jun 08, 202143:10
'If God is not the biggest deal in your life, you'll always bow to the applause of men'
Morenike Vincent explains that only way to walk in purpose is by abiding in God. She emphasises relationship and fellowship with God over service for God. Listen to the full conversation on 'Spirituality, Identity, and Purpose' with Morenike Vincent. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share.
May 26, 202101:50
'Purpose is not pulpit . . . God needs you more in industry'
Listen to Morenike Vincent explain how we serve purpose in industry, outside the church. Listen to the full conversation on 'Spirituality, Identity, and Purpose' with Morenike Vincent. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share.
May 26, 202105:39
Who are you listening to? - 'Spirituality, Identity, and Purpose' conversation with Morenike Vincent
Morenike Vincent explains how to filter out the noise around us and listen for The Voice, so we can focus on our assignments. Listen to the full conversation on 'Spirituality, Identity, and Purpose'. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share.
May 26, 202101:31
'Spirituality, Identity, and Purpose' with Morenike Vincent
In this deeply inspiring episode, we discuss the essence of our Spirituality in relation to our Identity and Purpose. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share!
May 25, 202101:03:53
How to Build Self-Confidence with Omole Imosemi
In this episode with the highly intelligent Omole Imosemi, our conversation bordered on Self-Confidence.
She shared profound insights as to what self-confidence really entails, the impact of self-awareness and self-esteem on self-confidence, the misconceptions around self-confidence, and of course, how to grow your self-confidence.
So, Listen. Learn. Subscribe. and Share!
She shared profound insights as to what self-confidence really entails, the impact of self-awareness and self-esteem on self-confidence, the misconceptions around self-confidence, and of course, how to grow your self-confidence.
So, Listen. Learn. Subscribe. and Share!
May 11, 202101:08:53
". . . I saw Red Carpet photography as Art, and I brought finesse to it . . ."
" I came in at a point when the industry didn't see Red Carpet photography as significant . . ." Listen to Kola Oshalusi talk about his dramatic detour from his childhood dream of being a Pilot, his unique hustle experiences, and his debut in media and photography. Listen to the full conversation on #On This Purpose Journey with Kola Oshalusi. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share!
May 11, 202101:09
" . . . I knew I had to make them trust me . . . "
Kola Oshalusi speaks about how he made a break into photograhy and became a highly sought after photographer. Listen to the full conversation on #On This Purpose Journey with Kola Oshalusi. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share!
May 11, 202101:58
. . . On This Purpose Journey with Kola Oshalusi #PurposeandLifeWork
In this episode, Kola Oshalusi walks us through his dramatic detour from his childhood dream of being a Pilot, his unique hustle experiences, and his debut in media and photography. Listen. Learn. Subscribe. Share!
May 11, 202156:02
The Blurry Lines Between Pride, Arrogance, and Self-Confidence - #How to Build Self-confidence
In this segment, Omole Imosemi explains humility to mean "thinking about yourself less without thinking less about yourself". Listen to the full conversation on #How to Build Self-confidence with Omole Imosemi.
May 04, 202110:29
Introversion, Extroversion, and Self-Confidence - #How to Build Self-confidence with Omole Imosemi
Here, Omole Imosemi explains some of the misconceptions around Self-confidence. Listen to the full conversation on #How to Build Self-confidence with Omole Imosemi
May 04, 202106:10
'Self-confidence is a continuum' - #How to Build Self-confidence with Omole Imosemi
Omole Imosemi states that confidence is in taking actions. She explains that, "anytime you shy away from taking an action, you've actually lost an opportunity to build confidence in that area". Listen to the full conversation on #How to Build Self-confidence
May 04, 202101:06
"Confidence is evidenced by the actions that you take" - Omole Imosemi #Building Self-confidence
'Confidence is a muscle that has to be nurtured, strengthened, and exercised by your actions.' Listen to the full conversation on #How to Build Self-confidence with Omole Imosemi.
May 04, 202101:38
'Self-confidence is not the same as Self-esteem' - #How to Build Self-confidence with Omole Imosemi
Omole Imosemi explains that, "Self-esteem is an internal and inward facing perception of your worth and value, while Self-confidence is an external projection of your Self-esteem." Listen to the full conversation on #How to Build Self-confidence with Omole Imosemi.
May 04, 202103:52
How to Develop Your Self-Awareness
In this episode on the OYU Podcast, I shared an experience with self-awareness, and I spoke about why you should be self-aware, and how to develop your self-awarness. Subscribe, Listen, and Share!
Apr 19, 202108:55
Your Idea is Unique to You!
Do you feel like a Late Bloomer? Vicktor Frankl says that, "Everyone has his own specific vocation or mission in life. . . Therein he cannot be replaced, nor can his life be repeated. Thus, everyone's task is as unique as is his specific opportunity to implement it" Your Idea is Unique to You! Feel free to share your thoughts with me, and share this episode with everyone in your circle. You can send me an email ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com or reach me on social media @ayooluwabuyide. I'm happy to engage with you 😊
Apr 05, 202110:33
Are you an Acquirer or an Applier?
Do you know that knowledge changes nothing when it is acquired? Knowledge only works when you apply it. How quickly do you move from 'I know it' to 'I did it'. Do well to share this episode with everyone in your circle. Feel free to send me an email - ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com or reach me @ayooluwabuyide on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. I'm happy to engage with you.
Mar 30, 202107:36
The Speck in my SPEC! - #whatisyourwhy
What is your WHY? In this episode, I share an experience that opened my eyes to the speck in my SPEC. I also speak to the need to know Why You Want What You Want, and I hope you learn a thing or two. Feel free to share your thoughts with me, as well as share this podcast with everyone in your circle. Visit my website to read my blog posts as well, and you can send me an email - ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com or reach me @ayooluwabuyide on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. I'm happy to engage with you.
Feb 16, 202109:27
6 Winning Mindsets To Have! - #GrowYourMindSeries
From experience, I have found that limiting beliefs mostly stem from Fear and Ignorance. And in this episode, I share 6 Empowering Mindsets to help you step into highest self, reach your highest potential, and serve your purpose authentically. Visit my website to read my blog posts as well, and you can send me an email - ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com or reach me @ayooluwabuyide on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. I'm happy to engage with you.
Feb 09, 202113:59
My EPIC Mindset Shift! - #GrowYourMindSeries
In this episode, I share on how I broke free from a limiting belief, how I experienced a Mindset Shift, and how you too can experience a Mindset Shift. You can check out my website- ownyourupgrade.com to engage more with me. And you can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com or reach me on @ayooluwabuyide on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Feb 02, 202113:07
You Are Not In Your Final Form - #GrowYourMindSeries
In this episode, I speak to the state of our minds in relation to becoming better versions of ourselves. Nothing is cast in stone, not even You! You Are Not In Your Final Form. You can check out my website- ownyourupgrade.com to engage more with me. I am @ayooluwabuyide on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And you can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com
Jan 22, 202117:07
What's the State of Your Mind? - #GrowYourMindSeries
In this episode, I speak to the state of our minds, and the grand role it plays in influencing the outcomes in our lives. Do well to share your thoughts and comments with me, as well as share this podcast with friends. You can check out my website- ownyourupgrade.com to engage more with what I do. I am @ayooluwabuyide on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And you can send an email to ayokanmi@ownyourupgrade.com
Jan 17, 202110:25
Welcome to the OYU Podcast!
OYU is an acronym for 'Own Your Upgrade'. 'Own Your Upgrade' is my personal development initiative through which I hope to challenge everyone, particularly young adults, to be their best selves, reach their highest potential, and lead fulfilling lives. And I do this through my writing and speaking. You can check out my website- https://ownyourupgrade.com/, if you'd like to read on the transformational insights that I share. In the same manner, I speak, and the OYU Podcast is the channel through which I speak. Listen to this episode to get the full gist on what the OYU Podcast entails, and feel free to subscribe and share with as many as you can. You can reach me on @ayooluwabuyide on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Thank you for joining me, I'm glad to have you in my space.
Jan 05, 202103:44