The Diary of Becoming, with HOR

By Rokeebat Hammed

Welcome to The Diary of Becoming, my public diary on the journey of BECOMING.

I am your host, Rokeebat Hammed, an economist and education consultant.

The podcast has a simple mission: to propel you ... more

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How many episodes does The Diary of Becoming, with HOR have?

The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.

The Diary of Becoming, with HOR episodes:

July 31, 2024Q&A Episode #04 - I feel lost and unchallenged in my current master's program and job prospects in the UK. What should I do?
Q&A Episode 4!
What are the dos and don'ts of writing a CV for a fresh graduate?

How can I optimize my CV effectively?

Which field should an Economics graduate pursue for a master's degree if they are not strong in arithmetic?

What are my chances of getting a fully funded scholarship without publications but with a second-class upper degree?

How can I build confidence and improve my public speaking skills?

How can I optimize my CV and cover letter to advance in the NGO industry?

I feel lost and unchallenged in my current master's program and job prospects in the UK. What should I do?
See you in the episode for 2cents!!!

By the way, if you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.
Meanwhile, you can share your academic, career, or personal development issue with me, and I will answer them all in the next episode
Dilemma form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/ybaMpzyh2mLSMYiv8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-diary-of-becoming-with-hor/⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Send Rokeebat feedbacks on:
LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Thank you so much for your support!
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31min
July 29, 2024 #08 - A Step-by-Step CV Optimization Guide for Students, with AI Prompts
Episode 8!
The CV Optimization Episode is Now Live!
Recently, I've been receiving a lot of questions about CV optimization. So, in this episode, I go through each section of the CV and provide tips on how to optimize each part. Additionally, I share AI prompts to use if you feel stuck.
By following the steps in this episode, you can take your CV from 0 to 100%.
Tune in and I’ll see you in the episode!

By the way, if you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.

Follow The Diary of Becoming:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-diary-of-becoming-with-hor/
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Send Rokeebat feedbacks on:
LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Thank you so much for your support!
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38min
July 17, 2024Q&A Special - Can I secure an international admission with a second class lower?
Q&A episode 2!
The Q&A episode you've all been waiting
for...
Why can't I secure a Master's degree or a job
with my BSc. in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology?

How can I further my education or find a job despite graduating with a third class and facing requirements for a 2.1 in job applications?

Can I pursue an international degree in Medicine despite having a second class lower degree in Physiology, financial constraints, and being 25 years old?

I am in my third year; is it too late to start participating in extracurricular activities to enhance my CV and skills?
See you in the episode for answers!!!!

By the way, if you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.
Meanwhile, you can share your academic, career, or personal development issue with me, and I will answer them all in the next episode
Dilemma form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/ybaMpzyh2mLSMYiv8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Send me your feedbacks on LinkedIn and Instagram
Socials
@thediaryofbecoming IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Rokeebat's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Rokeebat's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Thank you so much for your support!
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35min
July 16, 2024 #07 - How to write a Winning Statement of Purpose (SOP) for Scholarships and Postgraduate Admission: The Ultimate SOP Checklist
Episode 7!
This episode is all about writing scholarship and admission-winning SOPs. If you are a prospective international student in need of some actionable tips to check if the SOP you've written is competitive enough, this is for you. I share 8 things you need to look out for in your SOP as well as ways you can better capture your story.
So, tune in and I'll see you in the episode!
If you are struggling to write your SOP and are interested in joining my SOP writing masterclass where I will guide you in writing your first-ever SOP, then follow this link: https://selar.co/d57270

By the way, if you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.

Meanwhile, you can share your academic, career, or personal development issue with me, and I will answer them all in the next episode
Dilemma form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/ybaMpzyh2mLSMYiv8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Socials
@thediaryofbecoming IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
HOR's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
HOR's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

FAQ:
What is the meaning HOR? - Hammed Olamide Rokeebat (last, middle, and first name)

Thank you so much for your support!
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27min
July 07, 2024 #06 - Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn as a Recent Graduate: My LinkedIn Top Voice Journey
Episode 6! Long time no solo episodes!
In this episode, I shared my journey on how I moved from feeling intimidated, invisible, and overwhelmed on LinkedIn to growing a community of 40K friends and colleagues. I've been recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice and named a top 3 Creator in Higher Education in the UK by Favikon.
This episode is packed with insights and tips. If you're a newbie on LinkedIn and need some guidance or a mindset shift to stop procrastinating and start building your personal brand on LinkedIn, this episode is for you.
So, tune in and I'll see you in the episode!
By the way, if you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.

Meanwhile, you can share your academic, career, or personal development issue with me, and I will answer them all in the next episode
Dilemma form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/ybaMpzyh2mLSMYiv8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Socials
@thediaryofbecoming IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
HOR's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
HOR's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

FAQ:
What is the meaning HOR? - Hammed Olamide Rokeebat (last, middle, and first name)

Thank you so much for your support!
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31min
July 01, 2024 #05 - Ibukunoluwa Ogundeji: Overcoming Academic Setbacks and Showing up on LinkedIn as a Student
Episode 5! Our first ever interview episode!
In this episode, I sat down with our first-ever guest on the show, Ibukunoluwa Ogundeji. Ibukunoluwa is a recent graduate from Obafemi Awolowo University and a qualified Chartered Accountant with a passion for all things finance. Currently exploring a career in risk management, she is also an educational content creator on LinkedIn, empowering students by sharing her academic and career development journey.
This is one of my favourites and I will see you in the episode.
Summary and timestamp:
(00:00) Intro
(02:15) NYSC experience, getting a PPA in Lagos state
(11:08) Achieving Academic Excellence and Navigating Academic Setbacks
(42:47) Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
(01:12:41) Fire Questions
(01:17:16) Outro
Follow Ibukunoluwa on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ibukunoluwa-ogundeji
By the way, if you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.
Meanwhile, you can share your academic, career, or personal development issue with me, and I will answer them all in the next episode
Dilemma form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/ybaMpzyh2mLSMYiv8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Also, follow the podcast on Instagram
@thediaryofbecoming IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Send me your feedbacks on LinkedIn and Instagram
Rokeebat's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Rokeebat's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Thank you so much for your support!
...more
1h 19min
June 17, 2024Q&A Special - Is a Master's Degree the Answer to Your Job Hunting Dilemma?
Q&A episode 1!
The Q&A episode you've all been waiting for...
What is a personal NYSC project?

Is a master's degree the answer to your job hunting dilemma?
How can I source funds for my personal project?

What is the best way to plan a networking event for my fellow corps members?

What advice do you have for an international student struggling with imposter syndrome and mental health issues?
See you in the episode for answers!!!!
By the way, if you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.

Meanwhile, you can share your academic, career, or personal development issue with me, and I will answer them all in the next episode
Dilemma form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/ybaMpzyh2mLSMYiv8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Send me your feedbacks on LinkedIn and Instagram
Socials
@thediaryofbecoming IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Rokeebat's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Rokeebat's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Thank you so much for your support!
...more
36min
June 16, 2024 #04 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as an International Student
Episode 4! In this episode, I poured my heart out about the salient battles that every international student faces.
I shared 9 tips that helped me overcome imposter syndrome and move from feeling sad and confused to graduating at the top of my class and securing my dream job with the UK government upon graduation.
This is one of my favourites and I will see you in the episode.
By the way, if you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.
Meanwhile, you can share your academic, career, or personal development issue with me, and I will answer them all in the next episode
Dilemma form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/ybaMpzyh2mLSMYiv8⁠⁠⁠⁠

Socials
@thediaryofbecoming IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠⁠⁠
Rokeebat's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠⁠⁠
Rokeebat's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Thank you so much for your support!
...more
37min
June 09, 2024 #03 - Costly Mistakes I made in the first 6 months of 2024: Reflective Birthday Episode
The Birthday Episode!
In this episode, I share the mistakes I made in the first half of 2024, the big and shocking decisions, and the mindsets and strategies I am taking into the last 7 months of 2024 to end the year with a bang!
This episode is packed, guys. See you in the episode!

If you gained any value from this episode, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.
Don't forget to send me your feedbacks on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Socials
@thediaryofbecoming IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠⁠
Rokeebat's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠⁠
Rokeebat's IG: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠⁠

Meanwhile, you can share your academic, career, or personal development issue with me, and I will answer them all in the next episode
Dilemma form: ⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/ybaMpzyh2mLSMYiv8⁠⁠⁠

Thank you so much for your support!
...more
42min
June 02, 2024 #02 - How to Achieve Career Clarity as an Undergraduate Student
Episode 2!
In this episode, I shared the 5-step career clarity strategy that has been helping me navigate my career journey with an explorative mind, without feeling overwhelmed or unhealthily anxious.
This episode is most relevant to undergraduate students who can easily treat their undergraduate years as experimental years before the pressure of adulthood sets in after graduation.

If you enjoyed this, do not forget to leave a 5-star review, it helps the community grow and really encourages me to produce more.
Send me your feedbacks on LinkedIn and Instagram

Socials
Rokeebat's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rokeebat-hammed⁠⁠
Rokeebat's IG: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rokeebathammed_hor/⁠⁠
@thediaryofbecoming IG: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thediaryofbecoming/⁠⁠

Meanwhile, you can share your academic, career, or personal development issue with me, and I will answer them all in the next episode
Dilemma form: ⁠⁠https://forms.gle/ybaMpzyh2mLSMYiv8⁠⁠
Thank you so much for your support!
...more
36min

FAQs about The Diary of Becoming, with HOR:

How many episodes does The Diary of Becoming, with HOR have?

The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.