In this episode of the Women in Corporate podcast, host Olawunmi Brigue chats with Dr. Njideka Sanya, a healthcare researcher and advocate for public health education. Njideka shares her journey from being steered into medical school, aspiring to become a pediatrician, to discovering her passion for public health.
Despite initial reluctance, her experiences as a young doctor treating patients with limited health literacy led her to pursue public health rigorously. Njideka delves into how her career path zigzagged through various roles, including a quality care manager, research assistant, and now research coordinator in Canada.
Throughout the conversation, Njideka emphasises the importance of taking action steps towards clarity, trusting in one’s unique path, and staying true to one's inherent passions, despite societal and career pressures. Her story exemplifies the critical role of courage, faith, and self-confidence in carving out a fulfilling career path.
00:20 Meet Dr. Njideka Sanya
01:14 Njideka's Early Career Journey
02:48 Transition to Public Health
06:00 Challenges and Decisions
10:44 Discovering Quality Care Management
19:23 Pursuing Further Education and Relocation
21:22 Current Role and Future Aspirations
Olawunmi Brigue, host of Women in Corporate podcast, is a certified executive and transformational life coach, and the founder of Luminous membership, a Personal & Spiritual Growth Hub for women who desire to build BOTH a highflying career and a wholesome family without sacrificing their wellbeing or personal fulfilment. Learn more at www.luminousmembership.com