Episode 05: Career Unlocked - Olamide Majekodunmi

29/07/2024 43 min
Episode 05: Career Unlocked - Olamide Majekodunmi

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Episode description:In this episode of 'Favourite Positions: Careers Unlocked,' Alex chats with Olamide Majekodunmi, the inspiring founder of 'All Things Money,' to delve into her journey of promoting financial literacy and inclusion among young adults. From her early life in East London to her unexpected transition into entrepreneurship during the pandemic, Ola shares how these experiences have shaped her mission to educate others about personal finance. Discover the motivation behind 'All Things Money,' the challenges Ola faced and the strategies she used to build a thriving community. Ola also discusses her process for creating educational resources, her experience working with major brands and her vision for the future of financial education. Tune in to gain valuable insights on managing finances, building a successful platform and fostering a supportive community.Key points discussed:Ola's early life and upbringing in East LondonHer transition from university to entrepreneurship during the pandemicThe inspiration and motivation behind starting 'All Things Money'The importance of financial literacy and how to improve itPractical steps for young adults to achieve financial stability and growthThe process of creating eBooks, workshops and other educational resourcesOla's experience with brand partnerships and the criteria for collaborationStrategies for negotiating better salaries and benefitsThe impact of live events and workshops on building a communityStaying informed about changes in the economy and financial marketsFuture goals for 'All Things Money' and fostering financial literacyResources and links:'All Things Money': WebsiteConnect with Ola: InstagramFollow 'All Things Money' on TikTok: All Things Money TikTokListen to the 'All Things Money' podcast: All Things Money PodcastRecommended book: "Money: A User's Guide" by Laura WhateleyFinancial comparison websites: Money.co.uk, MoneySuperMarket.comNews sources for staying updated: BBC News, Money Saving ExpertPlease stay up to date with us on Instagram and LinkedIn:Favourite Positions Podcast InstagramAlex Young on LinkedInAs always, please do reach out and let us know how you’re finding the series and feel free to send us any suggestions for topics you’d like us to explore in future episodes! Thank you for listening and supporting the platform, we're so grateful that you're here.Follow Favourite Positions on LinkedIn and Instagram, connect with Alex here.