The Great Owete Podcast

One of the realities in the current economy is the changing dynamics of the workforce as more people swap the security of a 9-to-5 job for the flexibility of freelancing. It’s rapidly changing not only the way we work but also the way we think about work, view clients, and negotiate with those who deliver services to us. On this episode, I discussed with Patrick Ndifon II on Freelancing and his career journey. Patrick Ndifon is a tech social entrepreneur, product manager, web developer, digital transformation & innovation consultant. He holds certificates and has acquired digital skills training in the above-mentioned areas from organizations like FreeCodeCamp, IBM, Udemy, openSAP, Google, etc. As a tech social entrepreneur, he co-founded and currently serve as Managing Director for his technology non-profit – PSIFON Org. PSIFON is a tech non-profit helping startups and organizations leverage technology to drive productivity towards increasing profits and enlarging impact margins. Over the last 3 years, PSIFON has assisted dozens of businesses and organizations in this regard. Additionally, thousands of persons have been impacted through her  training and workshops. As a product manager, he has worked on several tech and non-tech products in the areas of fashion & accessory, agriculture, photography, e-commerce etc. Current, Patrick is building a tech academy product at PSIFON Org. that is aimed at impacting 10,000 persons with digital skills by 2025. As a web developer, Patrick manages his own software development agency where he delivers top-notch websites using modern tools and technologies like WordPress or the Full JavaScript stack. His clients range from startups to individuals from Europe, US and Africa. LINKS: To subscribe to receive Podcast Updates, join the mailing list – www.bit.ly/GOnewsletters To check out all of our Past Guests + Episodes – www.greatowete.com If you have questions about the podcast or booking and sponsorship, email me at careerswithgreat@gmail.om Find me on Social Media: www.linkedin.com/in/greatowete www.instagram.com/greatowete www.instagram.com/talkingcareers www.facebook.com/greatowete www.twitter.com/greatowete #talkingcareers

Most times young people study courses they have no business studying and after graduation they get stuck trying to find just any job. But it is possible to switch from what you studied to your desired career path. On this episode, i discussed with Segun Akiode on how he was able to switch from studying Chemical Engineering in the university to a totally new Career path. This episode lays out insight and ways to help you make that switch. LINKS: To subscribe to receive Podcast Updates, join the mailing list – www.bit.ly/GOnewsletters To check out all of our Past Guests + Episodes – www.greatowete.com If you have questions about the podcast or booking and sponsorship, email me at careerswithgreat@gmail.om Find me on Social Media: www.linkedin.com/in/greatowete www.instagram.com/greatowete www.instagram.com/talkingcareers www.facebook.com/greatowete www.twitter.com/greatowete

When it comes to starting a career, there seems to be various reason people start a career in any given field. On this episode, I discussed with Dr. Samuel Ekundayo on Starting a Career on Purpose. Dr Samuel Ekundayo is a Senior Lecturer, author, preacher and transformational speaker. Often referred to as 'The Purpose Preacher', his mandate is to help people discover their purpose so they can maximise their potentials towards a fulfilled, influential and impactful life to the glory of God. An internationally sought-after speaker, he has been privileged to consult for corporate organisations, as well as speak on various platforms including churches, independently organised conferences and events all over the world. LINKS: To subscribe to receive Podcast Updates, join the mailing list – bit.ly/GOnewsletters To check out all of our Past Guests + Episodes – www.greatowete.com If you have questions about the podcast or booking and sponsorship, email me at careerswithgreat@gmail.om Find me on Social Media: www.linkedin.com/in/greatowete www.instagram.com/greatowete www.instagram.com/talkingcareers www.facebook.com/greatowete www.twitter.com/greatowete #talkingcareers

On this episode, i shared a very important perspective and question to ask instead, if you want to achieve your career goals differently this year. Remember to rate and share the podcast. To receive The Recruiters Letter - subscribe on www.greatowete.com/newsletter #thetalentleader

This episode learns from my guest about his first interview and also from his experience as an HR Professional on Interview secrets you should know. Listen. Share. Drop a rating. P.S. To receive The Recruiters Letter - about jobs and careers, subscribe here - www.greatowete.com/newsletter #thetalentleader

NYSC is a one year mandatory national service for all higher education graduates in Nigeria. On this episode, I learnt how Daniel was able to land jobs after NYSC and we shared some tips that can serve as a roadmap for you. ____ I share weekly Jobs & Early Careers tips and Insights on The Recruiters Letter. To receive it, subscribe here - www.greatowete.com/newsletter #thetalentleader #earlycareers

One fear young people entering into the workforce have is how to handle salary negotiation. This episode, myself and Segun Akiode rephrased how to handle this question. Listen, Subscribe and Share! P.S. You can subscribe to The Recruiters Letter here - wwww.greatowete.com/newsletter #thetalentleader

This episode is a New Year welcome episode, sharing what you should consider in developing your employability strategy for 2022, especially if you are graduating from higher institution this year. Listen to the episode and remember to subscribe and leave a rating on www.greatowete.com/talentpoll P.S: To receive my weekly newsletter, Subscribe to The Recruiters Letter on www.greatowete.com/newsletter #TalentLeader

This episode shares insight from Victoria's Journey into how she created opportunity for herself when companies were not really hiring. I hope you find it useful. For more career tips, visit www.greatowete.com #talkingcareers

According to PwC, Agriculture remains the largest sector in Nigeria contributing an average of 24% to the nation’s GDP over the past seven years (2013 – 2019). But unfortunately one of those sectors that requires a lot more work and talent to revolutionize and we're begining to see the rise through technology. On this episode, i discussed with Favour Eze who is the Head of People & Culture to share insight into that sector and what the future looks like with the work Thrive Agric is doing in that space. Yes, I'm advocating for agriculture and you should listen to this episode for insight into how careers and opportunities are emerging within that sector and what talents means in that space. Enjoy. To subscribe to more career tips, visit www.greatowete.com/newsletter #shapingtalents

Getting a Job involves many factor that includes your ability to sell yourself and your skills, especially in a digital economy. This episode shares insight with Nelson on how you can sell your skills both online and offline. If you have not downloaded my free ebook, get it now at www.greatowete.com/yourfirstjob To subscribe to my weekly career tips, visit www.greatowete.com/newsletter #shapingtalents

This episode is a deep dive discussion with Israel on how he transited from being a corps members to full employee with Nigerian Bottling Company, how he handled his undergraduate and NYSC Journey and some of the critical behaviors he considers when hiring fresh graduates. Enjoy the episode.  Send your questions to go@greatowete.com Remember to subscribe for more episodes of my podcast and my blog on www.greatowete.com and to get my free ebook visit www.greatowete.com/yourfirstjob #shapingtalents

At the close of 2020, I and a couple of friends launched a Nigerian Recruiters Survey to capture certain challenges recruiters faced in the last 12 months, and also find out what trends to expect in the future. I shared 4 of those important recruiting trends that concerns a Job Seeker in 2021. Enjoy. Subscribe to my career tips on www.greatowete.com/newsletter and read up my weekly career articles on www.greatowete.com/blog. To download my free ebook - Your First Job, visit www.greatowete.com/yourfirstjob #shapingtalents

If I'm to summarize this episode, it's Inspiration - Be Purpose Driven! I discussed with Ifeadi to learn about her career journey and how she plans and make moves for new career opportunities. For more career tips, visit www.greatowete.com. Subscribe to my newsletter on www.greatowete.com/newsletter #shapingtalents

This is a known fact - Many people have goals, career goals, desires but don't know how to really achieve them. There is a law and science around it, and i discussed with Chukwuemeka to really dissect goal achievement. Chukwuemeka is the Head of Academy and Coaching at Olusola Lanre Coaching Academy and works as a Life Coach. For more career tips, subscribe via www.greatowete.com/newsletter #shapingtalents

On this episode, i tried to dig into Oluwole's career history and how he used a career model canvas made up of questions to find a career bearing to where he is today as Head of Talent Management and Development at Chi Limited. The questions would serve as insight if you need to design a bearing for your career as a starter or regardless your current career phase. For more career tips, subscribe to www.greatowete.com/newletter

58% of Nigerian Recruiters & HR Professionals from the 2020 Nigeria Recruiters Survey confirmed that hiring talent in 2020 was very challenging and 39.6% already have plans to hire more in 2021. On this conversation with Adeyemi Ajayi, we looked at what's ahead of the year in terms of hiring and jobs, the economic outlook across Africa and the unique opportunities available for jobseekers. Subscribe to my community - www.greatowete.com/newsletter

On this episode, i shared some time talking with Seyi Babatunde on his Top 3 advice for Job Hunting.  

This episode is in line with my series of conversation with Nigerian Recruiters sharing what Job seekers seems not to be doing right and what they should pay attention to in finding jobs. Tabitha works as HR Generalist with Paykobo in Nigeria and shares from her recruiting experience. You can find more career hints on www.greatowete.com/blog #talkingcareers

Adewole Abodun shares from his experience handling recruitment with Jiji.ng and other prior companies he has worked with, on what Job seekers looking for jobs need to take cognizance on. For more career hint, visit www.greatowete.com