What does it actually take to move from Nigeria to the UK and reach the top of the tech ladder? In this powerful episode of Winner Across Borders, we sit down with Kayode Ajayi, a Microsoft MVP and Power Platform Solution Architect, to deconstruct his journey from a computer science graduate to an AI expert based in the UK.

Kayode shares the "uncensored" truth about his relocation, why he didn't originally plan to be a Power Platform developer, and the pivotal role his wife played in their move abroad. Whether you are a beginner trying to break into tech or a professional looking to land 100k+ roles in the UK, this conversation covers the blueprint for visibility, networking, and career longevity.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The Power Platform 101: What it is and why enterprises are ditching pro-code for low-code solutions.
• The "Mountain Climbing" Journey: How Kayode stumbled into tech through 3D animation.
• The UK Job Market Reality: Why Kayode’s applications failed but recruiters kept calling him.
• AI & Longevity: Why you must master the "fundamentals" even in the age of ChatGPT.
• Visibility Hacks: How to brand your LinkedIn profile and why you should post even if "the experts" have already covered the topic.
• Immigration & Mindset: Reframing "settlement" around employability and financial backing rather than just paperwork.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to Kayode Ajayi

01:45 - What is a Microsoft MVP?

04:15 - Understanding the Power Platform & Low-Code 06:11 - The Animation Detour: How Kayode started

10:32 - The "Main Ginger": Why he moved to the UK

13:39 - Navigating the UK job market as a student

17:17 - Will AI take your tech job? (The 2+2 Principle)

22:49 - LinkedIn and Visibility: Overcoming the fear of posting

28:04 - The Truth about UK Immigration & Sponsorship 32:23 - Common mistakes immigrants make in job hunting 35:58 - Final Encouragement & The "God Factor"

If you're trying to break into tech, grow your career, or move abroad, this episode will give you the clarity you need.

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