Iconic Life Podcast

Sam Shaibu

Podcast of Nigerian immigrant who worked 40hr weeks while investing 60hrs weekly building his business, Sam shares practical strategies and lessons learned from his mentors on his journey from immigrant professional to entrepreneur. Listen to insightful interviews with change-maker influencers and entrepreneurs who have chosen to be non-conformists and learn productivity tips and life success hacks that will position you as a thought leader with influence and impact so you can get ahead in life, faster and quicker. You will gain a deeper understanding of topics on finding purpose, creating a vision, goal achievement, personal growth, business building, success mindset, and self-leadership. Whether you want to feel more confident, competent, and capable of transformational change, or you want to make money selling your ideas, or maybe you just want to be in control of your life in a more productive way so you can build a legacy for you and your family Sam Shaibu is brutally honest, vulnerable and transparent with his stories of success and failure If you are an immigrant business owner or professional, you do not want to miss this mix of interviews and solo shows from Sam, Hit subscribe and get ready to break the mold

  1. 08/22/2024

    028 - Recognizing Workplace Bias and Discrimination without Compromising Your Career

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Iconic Life Podcast, host Sam Shaibu discusses the crucial topic of recognizing and addressing bias and discrimination in the workplace without compromising your career. Sam explores the definitions, forms, and impact of bias and discrimination, such as racial, gender, age, and cultural biases. He emphasizes the importance of identifying patterns of behavior, evaluating company policies, listening to feedback, and analyzing data to uncover and address these issues. The episode also highlights the negative effects of bias and discrimination on career advancement, job satisfaction, organizational culture, and legal standing. Sam provides proactive strategies for creating an inclusive work environment, such as training, clear policies, open dialogue, accountability, and mentorship programs. Listeners are encouraged to speak up if they experience bias and discrimination and to join the Immigrant Council Community for further support. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:16 Understanding Bias and Discrimination 01:50 Types of Bias and Discrimination 02:35 Recognizing Bias and Discrimination in the Workplace 04:30 Impact of Bias and Discrimination 06:03 Strategies to Address Bias and Discrimination 07:56 Conclusion and Call to Action Support the show Links Mentioned Please feel free to book a complimentary coaching if you need help clarifying and focusing on your goals. Join the Immigrant Council Community Looking to work on your team? Schedule a complimentary Team Impact Assessment. Subscribe and listen to every episode of the Iconic Life Podcast. Say hi on social: LinkedIn Instagram

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Podcast of Nigerian immigrant who worked 40hr weeks while investing 60hrs weekly building his business, Sam shares practical strategies and lessons learned from his mentors on his journey from immigrant professional to entrepreneur. Listen to insightful interviews with change-maker influencers and entrepreneurs who have chosen to be non-conformists and learn productivity tips and life success hacks that will position you as a thought leader with influence and impact so you can get ahead in life, faster and quicker. You will gain a deeper understanding of topics on finding purpose, creating a vision, goal achievement, personal growth, business building, success mindset, and self-leadership. Whether you want to feel more confident, competent, and capable of transformational change, or you want to make money selling your ideas, or maybe you just want to be in control of your life in a more productive way so you can build a legacy for you and your family Sam Shaibu is brutally honest, vulnerable and transparent with his stories of success and failure If you are an immigrant business owner or professional, you do not want to miss this mix of interviews and solo shows from Sam, Hit subscribe and get ready to break the mold