In this International Women’s Month special, we welcome our first guest of the season, Tenny Onabanjo, founder of Making the Move. Tenny shares her journey from corporate banking to building an impact-driven platform supporting Black professionals and women.

We explore sponsorship, ambition, burnout, balancing a 9–5 with purpose work, and the quiet fears that hold women back from starting. This is a powerful conversation about courage, positioning yourself for choice, and building something meaningful without waiting for perfect conditions.

You don’t have to feel ready to begin.

In this episode, we reflect on one full year of Career Diaries 406 and the truth behind how it started. We were afraid. Afraid of being judged. Afraid no one would listen. Afraid it would not work. But we pressed record anyway.

From messy beginnings to meaningful impact, we share what one year of showing up has taught us about courage, clarity, consistency, and growth. We talk about the quiet messages that validated the work, the lessons we did not expect to learn, and why waiting for perfect conditions might cost you more than starting imperfectly ever will.

If you are sitting on an idea, questioning your readiness, or waiting for fear to disappear, this episode is your reminder that starting afraid is still starting.

Time will pass anyway. The only question is what you choose to do with it.

One year ago, we just had an idea.

No studio.

No certainty.

Just a deep desire to have honest conversations about careers.

Today, Career Diaries 406 turns one.

In this special anniversary episode, we reflect on:

• Why we started this podcast

• The vision behind Career Diaries 406

• The lessons we’ve learned from showing up consistently

• The impact this platform has had on our community

• What the future holds for Season 2 and beyond

From our very first episode posted on February 6, 2025, to over 64 episodes, thousands of views, our first guest appearance, and our most watched episode hitting 17K views — this journey has been nothing short of transformative.

But more than the numbers, this episode is about growth, courage, community, and the power of starting before you feel ready.

If you’ve ever had an idea you were afraid to begin, this conversation is for you.

Thank you for being part of our first year. ❤️

This is only the beginning.

🎙️ Hosted by Dekemz & Bukola

Co-Hosts, Career Diaries 406

When work demands more than what we can give, something has to give, and often, it’s us.

In this episode of Career Diaries 406, we explore three major trends shaping how people work in 2026: the culture of presentism, shifting trust in the workplace, and the growing reality of burnout.

We talk about the pressure to always be available, how trust between leaders and employees is changing, and why burnout is becoming a shared experience rather than a personal failure.

This conversation is for anyone feeling stretched thin, questioning work expectations, or trying to navigate modern careers without losing themselves in the process.

Listen, reflect, and remind yourself that you’re not alone.

A new year doesn’t have to start with pressure.

In the Season 2 premiere of Career Diaries 406, we’re having an honest conversation about entering the new year gently, with the right mindset, a healthy outlook, and realistic goals.

This episode explores how to redefine success, let go of unnecessary pressure, and approach growth with grace rather than anxiety. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by “new year, new goals” expectations, this episode is your reminder to slow down and start intentionally.

How are you choosing to approach this year differently? Share your thoughts with us.

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Welcome to another episode of Career Diaries 406! 🎙️

In this episode of our Hot Topic Series, we dive into a conversation so many professionals struggle with but rarely talk about — Oversharing at Work: How Much Is Too Much?

On this week’s Hot Seat, we unpack why people share, the fine line between being authentic and saying too much, and how to build trust at work without crossing boundaries. We explore the difference between sharing vs spilling, how to know what to say, when to say it, and who to say it to — especially when you’re new or navigating sensitive workplace culture.

This is one conversation you don’t want to miss — honest, timely, practical, and deeply reflective.

Have you ever shared something at work and later thought, “Maybe I said too much”? Tell us in the comments: Where do YOU draw the line between being open and oversharing?

#CareerDiaries406 #TheHotTopicSeries #WorkplaceBoundaries #OversharingAtWork #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerTips #WorkplaceCulture #AuthenticityAtWork

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Welcome to another episode of Career Diaries 406! 🎙️

Office romances, they happen more than you think. ❤️‍🔥

We spend most of our time at work, and sometimes, emotions mix with professionalism. But what happens when love collides with company policies, power dynamics, and HR boundaries?

In this week’s Hot Topic Series, we’re unpacking the truth behind Love, Lust & Laws: The Reality of Office Romances from affection to risk, workplace ethics, and everything in between.

We discuss:

💬 Why office relationships are more common than people admit

⚖️ The fine line between connection and conflict

📜 What “love contracts” and company laws mean for you

💔 What to do when love goes south at work

🌍 How culture shapes what’s acceptable from Nigeria to the West

👩🏽‍💼 Why HR refresher trainings and clear boundaries matter

Would you date a colleague if the chemistry was right? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️

#CareerDiaries406 #LoveLustAndLaws #OfficeRomance #WorkplaceEthics #CorporateCulture #CareerTalks #HotTopicSeries #HRMatters #CareerGrowth #WorkplaceDynamics

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Welcome to another episode of Career Diaries 406! 🎙️

Office romances, they happen more than you think. ❤️‍🔥

We spend most of our time at work, and sometimes, emotions mix with professionalism. But what happens when love collides with company policies, power dynamics, and HR boundaries?

In this week’s Hot Topic Series, we’re unpacking the truth behind Love, Lust & Laws: The Reality of Office Romances, from affection to risk, workplace ethics, and everything in between.

We discuss:

💬 Why office relationships are more common than people admit

⚖️ The fine line between connection and conflict

📜 What “love contracts” and company laws mean for you

💔 What to do when love goes south at work

🌍 How culture shapes what’s acceptable, from Nigeria to the West

👩🏽‍💼 Why HR refresher trainings and clear boundaries matter

Would you date a colleague if the chemistry was right? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️

#CareerDiaries406 #LoveLustAndLaws #OfficeRomance #WorkplaceEthics #CorporateCulture #CareerTalks #HotTopicSeries #HRMatters #CareerGrowth #WorkplaceDynamics

💜 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations about careers, culture, and everything in between!

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In Episode One of our Hot Topic Series, we dive into Online Revival Platforms and the Modern Workplace.

On our Hot Seat, we have Paul Idokoko, a professional who bridges the worlds of corporate life, ministry, and psychology. Together, we unpack why online revival platforms resonate so deeply with career professionals, whether faith and corporate culture can truly coexist, and how organizations can respectfully balance faith expressions with professional boundaries.

This is one conversation you don’t want to miss, honest, timely, and deeply reflective.

Have you ever felt the tension between your spiritual life and your work life? Can faith and career truly coexist?

#CareerDiaries406 #TheHotTopicSeries #FaithAtWork #OnlineRevival #CorporateCulture #WorkplaceFaith #PurposeDrivenCareer #FaithAndCareer

Welcome to another episode of Career Diaries 406!

Ever sent out countless applications and faced rejection after rejection? This one’s for you.

In this episode, we sit down with Simi Bolaniran as he opens up about the real journey behind job hunting the rejections, the resilience, and the small wins that led to landing the offer. From learning to stay grounded through uncertainty to understanding what truly makes a candidate stand out, this conversation is both honest and inspiring.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or tired of hearing “we regret to inform you,” this episode will remind you that every “no” can be preparation for your “yes.”

What has rejection taught you in your own career journey? Share with us in the comments!

#CareerDiaries406Podcast #LandingTheOfferSeries #Resilience #Rejection #CareerGrowth #JobSearchJourney #InterviewTips #CareerMotivation #CareerAdvice

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