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The Nadvigators Podcast with Bassey Simon

The Nadvigators Podcast with Bassey Simon

By Bassey Simon

The Nadvigators Podcast (TNP) brings fresh perspectives about living the American dream through the lens of immigrants who share their experiences and unique paths to success. TNP aims to preserve the many untold stories of resilience and triumphs for future generations. Discover intriguing stories that will make you laugh, cry, or inspire and motivate as you get a glimpse into the lives of immigrants from all walks of life. Get an additional dose of inspiration from nadcast.com.
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e000: NADCast – NADvigating the American Dream Podcast – Introduction by host Bassey Simon

The Nadvigators Podcast with Bassey SimonJan 10, 2019

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e06: Everyone's idea of success is different, their Why's may not be your why. Once you discover your why it's easy to decide what path will lead to that, with Dr. Nsima Usen

e06: Everyone's idea of success is different, their Why's may not be your why. Once you discover your why it's easy to decide what path will lead to that, with Dr. Nsima Usen

 Dr. Nsima Usen was told by a doctor 22 years ago, while he was trying to do his landscaping job,  that he is not allowed to enter the physician's lounge of a suburban Washington DC hospital because "he is not a Doctor." 

This is his Story of how that challenge propelled him to become a Podiatry Foot & Ankle Surgeon. Dr. Nsima Usen shares for the first time his Nadvigating story on the Nadvigators Podcast - Nadvgating the American Dream Journey with Host Bassey Simon.

He literally took that challenge to heart. He went home and cried a lot, and decided that he was going to "Take the challenge as an opportunity to learn and rediscover himself, and he did. 

The journey was not easy, but he could set his sights on the final prize.

In this episode, I bring the concluding part of the nadvigating story of Dr. Nsima Usen, the very first Nadvigator story.

As you know, as uniquely different as each Nadivigator is, so also is each of our nadvigating story and journey. You will certainly agree with me on this after you listen to the inspiring story of our special guest.

So, What's your Nadvigating story? I'll help you tell it. Send an email to me at guest@nadcast.com

What you'll learn in this episode with Dr. Nsima Usen

  • Talk to people to find out why they are involved in a certain profession. Each person idea of success is different, their Why’s may not be your why. Once you discover your why, its easy to decide what path will lead to that.
  • Learn to listen to others but Find out what makes you happy.
  • Don’t be mediocre in any field that you choose. 

Nuggets from this episode for All Nadvigators 

" Everyone's idea of success is different, their Why's may not be your why. Once you discover your why it's easy to decide what path will lead to that. " - @NsimaUsen

How to Contact Dr. Nsima Usen

About the Host: Bassey Simon

Bassey Simon is a full-time Digital Strategist, Business Owner, Creator, and Host of The Nadvigators Podcast - Nadvigating the American Dream with Bassey Simon. As a Nadvigator himself, he started his own nadvigating journey as a Janitor in a suburban Maryland furniture store where he was told that he could not have a furniture sales job because "he did not have work experience in the USA." After only two weeks of working there,  he became a sales associate, and within the next two weeks, became the top sales associate in the company; and remained there for the next 3 months until he left to pursue his passion for Information Technology with various technology companies including Microsoft sales office in Washington DC., and Verizon Communications.

In addition,  since 2008, Bassey has started and run several successful businesses with an interest in facility management, oil and gas procurement solutions, and international procurement agency, and currently owns The 501c3 Agency, a full-service Agency specializing in propelling nonprofits to fulfill their mission using technology as a catalyst. 

Feb 15, 201934:05
e05: Take the challenge you receive along your nadvigating journey as an opportunity to learn and rediscover yourself, with Dr. Nsima Usen

e05: Take the challenge you receive along your nadvigating journey as an opportunity to learn and rediscover yourself, with Dr. Nsima Usen

Dr. Nsima Usen was told by a doctor, 22 years ago, while he was trying to do his landscaping job,  that he is not allowed to enter the physician's lounge of a suburban Washington DC hospital because "he is not a Doctor". 

This is his Story of how that challenge propelled him to become a Podiatry Foot & Ankle Surgeon. Dr. Nsima Usen shares for the first time his Nadvigating story on the Nadvigators Podcast - Nadvgating the American Dream Journey with Host Bassey Simon.

He literally took that challenge to heart. Went home and cried a lot, and decided that he's going to "Take the challenge as an opportunity to learn and rediscover himself, and he did. 

The journey was not easy but he was able to set his sights to the final prize.

With every success immigrants score in their new adopted country, I believe there is a unique story behind that success, however, you define that success. There is a story about what drives each of us to leave the comfort and security of our upbringing to seek out a new beginning, to dream of a better life, or dream of what's possible.

So, What's your Nadvigating story? I'll help you tell it. Send an email to me at guest@nadcast.com

What you'll learn in this episode with Dr. Nsima Usen

  • Don't be frustrated you are challenged.
  • Take the challenge you receive as an opportunity to learn and rediscover yourself.
  • Ask questions, and get clarity and trust that there is goodness in everyone.
  • make effort to understand the social culture of Americans and your life will be made easier
  • One reliable place to get great information is on the resources section of nadcast.com

Nuggets for All Nadvigators 

"Take the challenge you receive along your nadvigating journey as an opportunity to learn and rediscover yourself." - @NsimaUsen

How to Contact Dr. Nsima Usen


About the Host: Bassey Simon

Bassey Simon is a full-time Digital Strategist, Business Owner, Creator, and Host of The Nadvigators Podcast - Nadvigating the American Dream with Bassey Simon. As a Nadvigator himself, he started his own nadvigating journey as a Janitor in a suburban Maryland furniture store where he was told that he could not have a furniture sales job because "he did not have work experience in the USA." After only two weeks of working there,  he became a sales associate, and within the next two weeks become the top sales associate in the company, and remained there for the next 3 months until he left to pursue his passion in computers with various technology companies including Microsoft sales office in Washington DC. and Verizon Communication, where he worked for nine years.

In addition,  since 2008, Bassey has started and run several successful businesses with interest in facility management, oil and gas procurement solutions, international procurement agency, and currently owns of Basim Digital Lab. a full-service Agency specializing in Low-Cost but highly effective Reputation Management system, Social Selling implementation, Video Ads optimization, and cold traffic and re-targeting solutions for SMEs using Display Ads, video ads, and 10x re-targeting strategies.

Feb 09, 201946:55
e003: Part 2 of the 5 broad vision for the Resources section of The Nadvigators Podcast by Host Bassey Simon

e003: Part 2 of the 5 broad vision for the Resources section of The Nadvigators Podcast by Host Bassey Simon

Episode 003 – Final Podcast introduction Monologue – Part 2 of the 5 Broad Vision of the Resources section of the Podcast Platform by Host Bassey Simon
Hi there, NADvigators Nation! Welcome to The Nadvigators Podcast. 
Nadcast goal is to create a legacy for generations yet unborn. Some stories will make you laugh, some will make you cry, and some will inspire and motivate you. Ultimately, Nadcast will present Many Stories but with One goal – helping you navigate the American dream along the way to living the American dream, whatever, that dream means to you.
In this episode, I cover another aspect of this platform, the resources section.
The resources section will serve as a complement to all the amazing and diverse stories that we will hear.
What’s your Nadvigating story?
Listen or Subscribe to The Nadvigators Podcast on
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Purpose of the Resources Section of The Navigators Podcast on the Nadvigator Platform.
I have five broad vision for the resources section. Four was discussed in episode 002. In this episode, I discuss the important role Experts will play on this program.
Resources Mentioned from Episode 003:
Accent Reduction training
Major Key Points from Episode:
Basim Digital Lab: Are you struggling with getting cold traffic to your website or landing page? What do you do with the 96% of your website visitors that do not contact you? Then do not stress about this, let the folks from Basim Digital handle these challenges for you. Basim Digital Lab specializes in using data to optimize your cold traffic campaign and retargeting every visitor that landed on your site for 90 days using proven 10X retargeting strategy. Visit Nadcast.com/basim to start your one month trial today with a great 95% off coupon only available to NADCast audience.
Part 2 – Introduction of the Resources Section Show Notes
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Jan 29, 201923:16
e002: 5 broad vision for the Resources section of The Nadvigators Podcast on the NADCast Platform – Part 1 – by Host Bassey Simon

e002: 5 broad vision for the Resources section of The Nadvigators Podcast on the NADCast Platform – Part 1 – by Host Bassey Simon

Episode 002 – Podcast introduction – Part 3 – What is the Purpose of the Resources section of the Podcast Platform? – Part 1 – by Host Bassey Simon
Hi there, NADvigators Nation! Welcome to The Nadvigators Podcast. 
Nadcast goal is to create a legacy for generations yet unborn. Some stories will make you laugh, some will make you cry, and some will inspire and motivate you. Ultimately, Nadcast will present Many Stories but with One goal – helping you navigate the American dream along the way to living the American dream, whatever, that dream means to you.
In this episode, I cover another aspect of this platform, the resources section.
The resources section will serve as a complement to all the amazing and diverse stories that we will hear.
What’s your Nadvigating story?
Subscribe to NADCast
Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHearts | Soundcloud
Purpose of the Resources Section of The Navigators Podcast on Nadcast Platform.
I have five broad visions for the resources section.
Resources Mentioned from Episode 002:
Learn more about the single story syndrome
Major Key Points from Episode:
Basim Digital Lab: Are you struggling with getting cold traffic to your website or landing page? What do you do with the 96% of your website visitors that do not contact you? Then do not stress about this, let the folks from Basim Digital handle these challenges for you. Basim Digital Lab specializes in using data to optimize your cold traffic campaign and retargeting every visitor that landed on your site for 90 days using proven 10X retargeting strategy. Visit Nadcast.com/basim to start your one month trial today with a great 95% off coupon only available to NADCast audience.
Introduction of the Resources Section Show Notes
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Jan 21, 201920:22
e001: Who is a NADVigator? – Part 2 -NADvigating the American Dream Podcast Introduction by host Bassey Simon

e001: Who is a NADVigator? – Part 2 -NADvigating the American Dream Podcast Introduction by host Bassey Simon

Who is a NADVigator? – Part 2  of NADvigating the American Dream Podcast Introduction by Host Bassey Simon
Hi there, fellow NADvigators! Welcome to NADCast. 
Nadcast goal is to create a legacy for generations yet unborn. Some stories will make you laugh, some will make you cry, and some will inspire and motivate you. Ultimately, Nadcast will present Many Stories but with One goal – helping you navigate the American dream along the way to living the American dream, whatever, that dream means to you.
What’s your story?
Subscribe to NADCast
Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHearts | Soundcloud
You are A Nadvigator if you are:
Resources Mentioned from Episode 001:
Single Story Syndrome – Learn more about the single story syndrome
Major Key Points from Episode:
Basim Digital Lab: Are you struggling with getting cold traffic to your website or landing page? What do you do with the 96% of your website visitors that do not contact you? Then do not stress about this, let the folks from Basim Digital handle these challenges for you. Basim Digital Lab specializes in using data to optimize your cold traffic campaign and retargeting every visitor that landed on your site for 90 days using proven 10X retargeting strategy. Visit Nadcast.com/basim to start your one month trial today with a great 95% off coupon only available to NADCast audience.
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Jan 11, 201919:21
e000: NADCast – NADvigating the American Dream Podcast – Introduction by host Bassey Simon

e000: NADCast – NADvigating the American Dream Podcast – Introduction by host Bassey Simon

About Navigating the American Dream
Hi there, fellow NADvigators! Welcome to NADCast. 
Nadcast goal is to create a legacy for generations yet unborn. Some stories will make you laugh, some will make you cry, and some will inspire and motivate you. Ultimately, Nadcast will present Many Stories but with One goal – helping you navigate the American dream along the way to living the American dream, whatever, that dream means to you.
What’s your story?
Subscribe to NADCast
Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHearts | Soundcloud
You are A Nadvigator if you are:
Resources Mentioned from Episode 000:
This is the best advice that you will get from someone who has seen it all.
Major Key Points from Episode:
Basim Digital Lab: Are you struggling with getting cold traffic to your website or landing page? What do you do with the 96% of your website visitors that do not contact you? Then do not stress about this, let the folks from Basim Digital handle these challenges for you. Basim Digital Lab specializes in using data to optimize your cold traffic campaign and retargeting every visitor that landed on your site for 90 days using proven 10X retargeting strategy. Visit Nadcast.com/basim to start your one month trial today with a great 95% off coupon only available to NADCast audience.
About NADCast Show Notes
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Jan 10, 201922:56