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Apr 2, 2026 • 43 min
Ep 25: Building a Personal Brand with a LinkedIn Coach
Racheal Bamigbade, a LinkedIn coach and personal brand strategist, shares how she built her career through LinkedIn after graduating first class in Agricultural Economics from the University of Ibadan in Nigeria. Racheal walks through her practical approach to building a strong LinkedIn presence, from optimizing your profile to positioning your experience in a way that attracts the right opportunities. Connect with Racheal: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachealawe/ Because the world needs your voice. Unmuted Moments is for immigrants, first-gen professionals, and anyone tired of hiding their voice. Real stories and practical strategies to grow your confidence, career, and voice. Subscribe so you never miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@UC7uTUtgaAtL1riVj9pYkmKA Listen on all platforms: � Website: https://unmutedmomentspodcast.com #UnmutedMoments #ImmigrantProfessionals #FindYourVoice #linkedin , #personalbranding #nigeria #linkedincoach #contentstrategy #RachealBamigbade
Feb 25, 2026 • 47 min
Ep 24: Let’s Circle Black: Thriving in a Post-DEI Era
Dabney Weathersby shares her journey navigating the corporate world as a Black, first-generation professional. She reflects on the inspiration behind her platform, Let’s Circle Black, created to foster community, connection, and support for Black professionals at a time when formal DEI programs are shrinking. Dabney also speaks candidly about the power of vulnerability and the importance of using our voices to advocate for ourselves and others in changing environments. Learn more about Dabney: LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/dabneyjweathersby/ Let’s Circle Black: www.letscircleblack.substack.com/
Feb 4, 2026 • 47 min
Ep 22: Celebrating the Superpower of Women Across Borders
Sahar Jamal, Founder and CEO of Maziwa Breastfeeding, unpacks why motherhood and womanhood should be celebrated—not tolerated. She shares her journey across countries, from her Tanzanian and Indian roots to growing up in Canada, living in the UK and the U.S., and ultimately founding a company in Kenya. We talk about migration, identity, social entrepreneurship, and the powerful ways women contribute across borders and generations. Learn more about Sahar: Website: www.maziwabreastfeeding.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/saharjamal
Jan 21, 2026 • 38 min
Ep 21: Navigating Layoffs and Thriving as an Immigrant
Paul Adeyeye, an award-winning author and host of the Thriving Immigrant Podcast, shares his journey from Nigeria to Canada, including the experience of navigating and overcoming layoffs in a new country. He provides insights on what it means to be a thriving immigrant, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, genuine love for humanity, curiosity, and maintaining a proactive mindset. Paul stories and advice, offer a roadmap for immigrants striving to thrive in their new environments. Learn more about Paul: Website: https://pauladeyeye.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-adeyeye/ Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@deyeyepaul 00:00 Intro 01:03 Growing Up in Nigeria: Lessons and Challenges 07:17 First Impressions and Cultural Shocks in Canada 09:20 Navigating the Job Market: First Job Experience 15:28 Dealing with Job Loss and Career Transitions 18:45 The Unexpected Book Journey 21:09 Defining a Thriving Immigrant 25:04 Key Traits for Immigrant Success 28:51 Embracing Curiosity and Vulnerability 35:00 Living Fully and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 37:20 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Tune in to learn: How to stay resilient during layoffs Strategies to rebuild your career and confidence Ways to turn setbacks into stepping stones Personal stories of immigrants finding success against the odds � Join the conversation: What’s one thing that helped you bounce back from a setback? Share your story in the comments below! Would you like me to make it shorter and SEO-optimized (for YouTube’s algorithm), or keep it longer and story-driven like this version?
Dec 10, 2025 • 74 min
Ep 20: The Abundant Immigrant: Practical Financial Advice for Immigrant Professionals
Jane Mepham, CFP®, breaks down why some immigrants still feel financially insecure even with $1 million in the bank and how mindset, not money, is often the real barrier. She explains why money should be treated as a tool rather than the goal, and how culturally aware financial planning can empower immigrants to build stability and long-term wealth. Jane is the founder of Elgon Financial Advisors where she helps immigrants and foreign nationals build wealth while navigating the complexities of U.S. financial systems. Learn more about Jane: Company Website: https://elgonfa.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janemepham/ Check out her podcast (the International Money Cafe): https://www.theimcafe.com/podcast Join us as we discuss: Smart budgeting and money management tips How to build credit and financial stability abroad Investing strategies tailored for immigrant professionals Overcoming financial challenges and cultural barriers
Nov 11, 2025 • 40 min
Ep 19: What is Personal Culture?
Storyteller and strategist Leeah Marie Derenoncourt joins Ehis to unpack the concept of personal culture: the idea that we each have the power to design the ecosystem of our own lives. Drawing from her experiences growing up across five countries, Leeah shares how she learned to validate her story, embrace intentionality, and choose what to keep, change, or create for herself. This episode explores identity, ownership, and the freedom that comes from realizing you get to decide who you are and who you become. Learn more about Leeah: Personal Website: https://leeahmarie.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leeahderenoncourt/ Check out her podcast Expressions: https://open.spotify.com/show/6g5WmDC8k4z5nxj1A95YeZ?si=f64afe536cbc4e83
Oct 22, 2025 • 36 min
Ep 18: The Cost of Politeness: Don’t Set Yourself on Fire to Keep Others Warm
For many immigrants and first-gen professionals, politeness is taught as a virtue, a sign of respect, humility, and grace. But those same lessons can also come with a cost. In this episode, Ama Annoh, shares how she navigated these cultural expectations and how she learned to speak up without guilt, own her story, and build platforms where others can do the same. Learn more about Unfading Beauties (Her not-for-profit org): Learn more about Ama: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ama-annoh/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/amalove23/?hl=en Legacy N' Lifestyle Podcast: @LegacyNLifestyle
Sep 30, 2025 • 51 min
Ep 17: The American Dream: One Generation Later
From feeling like an outsider in small-town Connecticut to representing the United States on the world stage, Sourav Bhowmick shares the pivotal moments that shaped his journey from immigrant son to presidential appointee. We explore his path from private sector success to public service, including his role as Chief of Staff for the Inflation Reduction Act implementation at the U.S. Treasury under Janet Yellen, and what the American Dream means today. He reflects on overcoming imposter syndrome, the significance of community, and the responsibility that comes with achieving personal success. 00:00 A Full Circle Moment 05:12 Navigating Social Challenges 08:53 Early Career Lessons and Finding a Voice in Professional Settings 12:37 Transition to Public Service 23:52 Leading the Inflation Reduction Act Implementation 29:34 A Full Circle Moment in India 33:30 Balancing High-Stakes Work and Parenthood 36:40 Reflections on the American Dream 41:01 Advice for New Americans and Civic Engagement 48:36 The Importance of Context in Advice
Sep 16, 2025 • 40 min
Ep 16: Finding Your Voice in an AI World
From growing up in Ghana to building yShade, an AI company in the U.S., Emmanuel Acheampong shares a candid look at what it means to navigate bias in tech and entrepreneurship while holding on to your voice. We talk about the tension between cultural humility and the confidence required to lead, how communicating with authority changes the way people receive your ideas, and the reality of being underestimated until you overdeliver. This is a conversation about resilience, identity, and why in a world increasingly shaped by AI, your voice and how you use it matters more than ever. Follow Emmanuel:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-acheampong/ Website: https://yshade.ai/
Aug 19, 2025 • 56 min
Ep 15: Love as a KPI: Redefining Professional Success
Utibe Bassey, Vice President of Customer Experience at Dominion Energy and creator of the Love as a KPI framework, shares how redefining success starts with how we measure impact. She explains why love, expressed through delivering undeniable value, is a critical metric for organizations and individuals, and how anyone can apply her framework even without a leadership title. Utibe also reflects on moments when success didn’t feel like success, the lessons she’s learned about setting meaningful goals, and practical ways to navigate self-doubt early in your career. Follow Utibe: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/utbassey/ Website: https://www.loveasakpi.com/ 00:00 Delivering Value: The Ultimate Key to Success 04:40 Navigating High School and Cultural Challenges 11:18 Finding and Using Your Voice 19:13 Defining Professional Success 24:38 Love as a KPI: A New Framework for Success 30:11 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Love 37:20 Navigating Self-Doubt and Building Confidence 44:30 The Timeless Importance of Human Connection 48:17 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Aug 5, 2025 • 41 min
Ep 14: Don’t Go It Alone: How Mentorship Pulls You Forward
Bruno Yoshioka, Principal Software Engineering Manager at Microsoft, didn’t plan to become an engineer. For most of his life, he dreamed of becoming a music professor until a summer internship changed his path. Born in Brazil to Japanese parents and raised in the U.S., Bruno grew up navigating multiple cultures and expectations. Bruno shares how he accidentally found his way into tech, how mentorship played a pivotal role in his growth, and why he now pours that same energy into supporting early-career engineers and professionals on their own journeys. Follow Bruno: Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/byoshioka Website: www.byoshi.com Music recommendations: Polyphia - Playing God: https://youtu.be/Z5NoQg8LdDk?si=QZ3zRzwRwWHNFlE_ Jacob Collier - Over You: https://youtu.be/laI3x0bdgxQ?si=QZXIgprhxI41y-zZ 00:00 Intro 01:39 Mentorship and Career Growth 08:21 Accidental Path to Engineering 10:20 Finding and Cultivating Mentorship 19:26 Challenges and Strategies for Young Professionals 22:24 Presenting Your Work: When and How 26:53 The Value of Coaching and Mentorship 32:33 Managing Stress and Taking Action 39:00 Final Thoughts on Mentorship
Jul 29, 2025 • 37 min
Ep 13: Do It Anyways: From Lost Rap Battle to Global MC
At 10 years old, Nde (The Engineer Emcee) Nkimbeng, froze during a rap performance and lost out on $50. But what he gained instead was a mindset that would shape the rest of his life: Do it anyways even if you are scared. In this episode, Nde shares how that early moment of fear helped him unlock his voice and eventually led him to become The Engineer MC, an international event host who has now led over 150 events across five countries. Follow Nde: IG: https://www.instagram.com/youreventmc/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ndenkimbeng/ Website: https://www.youreventmc.com/ 00:00 Intro 03:04 Navigating Cultural Identity and Finding Your Voice 04:31 Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars 07:51 Early Experiences with Public Speaking 19:54 Navigating Corporate Culture: The Barbecue Ribs Story 21:30 The Balance Between Authenticity and Adaptation 24:55 Imposter Syndrome: Understanding and Overcoming It 29:38 Building Confidence and Advocating for Yourself 35:58 Wrap Up
Jul 22, 2025 • 41 min
Ep 12: Why Not Me? Financial Freedom on Your Own Terms
Why Not Me? Financial Freedom on Your Own Terms Linda Ta Yonemoto, a personal finance educator and creator, shares how growing up as the daughter of Vietnamese refugees shaped her relationship with money, voice, and ambition. She discusses the emotional weight of being first-gen—navigating silence around money, breaking out of survival mode, and unlearning the belief that financial success was only for “other people.” Today, she’s the founder of Good For You Money, a platform dedicated to helping first-gen women and people from underrepresented backgrounds build wealth and confidence through relatable, culturally-aware financial education. Follow Linda: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindatayonemoto/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/goodforyoumoney 01:07 Intros 02:26 Linda's Journey and Cultural Challenges 05:07 Finding Financial Independence 22:19 Aggressive Early Retirement Strategies 23:43 Steps to Financial Independence 28:07 Balancing Family and Financial Goals 34:24 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome
Jul 1, 2025 • 43 min
Ep 11: It’s Hard to Be Yourself: Building a Life of Purpose
It’s Hard to Be Yourself: Building a Life of Purpose Josh Williams, a social impact leader, shares why it’s so hard to be yourself and why it’s worth the effort. From growing up as a child of preachers to teaching in the South Bronx and leading in social impact, Josh reflects on learning when to speak up and when to listen, navigating imposter syndrome, and redefining what a “good life” looks like beyond titles and prestige. He shares how building a life rooted in service, relationships, and authenticity has shaped his journey, reminding us that even in a noisy world, you can chart your own path—and that you are enough. Follow Josh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-williams-572bb141/
Jun 17, 2025 • 41 min
Ep 10: Hard Work Isn’t Enough to Succeed in Corporate America
Hard Work Isn’t Enough | The Simple Trick to Achieve More Without Extra Effort Jesús Salas, a venture capital investor, joins Ehis to talk about what it really takes to be seen in corporate America and why doing great work is only part of the story. Raised in Fort Worth, Texas, and shaped by international experiences across Kenya, Nicaragua, and Chile, Jesús reflects on the unspoken rules of corporate culture: the importance of being known, not just being good. He shares the moment he realized top ratings weren’t enough to get promoted and how that awakening led him away from corporate America and toward a non-traditional path. Follow Jesús on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesusasalas/ 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Being Known 06:37 The Immigrant Experience in Corporate America 09:13 Lessons in Self-Advocacy 16:22 The Value of Community and Resources 20:05 International Experiences and Personal Growth 22:35 Impact Investing and Venture Capital 27:18 The Value of Business School 32:56 Dealing with Imposter Syndrome 39:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts