L-S2E4 The Seven Deadly Assumptions

L-S2E4 The Seven Deadly Assumptions

Author: Samuel Adeoye: Founder, Lane | Management Consultant March 12, 2024 Duration: 17:44
Episode 3 is inspired by all of our current MBA students and alumni who continue to strive for a more politically and economically inclusive Africa Lanepod is a weekly 10-15 minute podcast focused on MBA admissions and experiences for motivated Africans. It covers topics such as MBA admissions, funding options, and the experiences of current African students and alumni.  Ask your podcast questions here: bit.ly/mylane-episodeSubscribe to podcast via WhatsApp channel here: bit.ly/lanepod-liveLearn more about Lane here: linktr.ee/cityoflane Remember to like, comment, rate and share this episode!

Samuel Adeoye, founder of Lane and a management consultant, hosts LanePod: MBA for promising, low and average-income African youths. Each week, he delivers a concise 10 to 15-minute episode that cuts through the noise surrounding business school. The conversation is built on a clear premise: an MBA should be an accessible tool for ambitious Africans, not a distant dream reserved for a privileged few. You’ll hear practical, step-by-step guidance on navigating the complex admissions landscape, from crafting a compelling application to understanding what selection committees truly seek. A significant focus is placed on demystifying funding, exploring scholarships, loans, and creative financial strategies specifically relevant to the realities faced by many on the continent. Beyond the application, this podcast connects you to the community. Samuel brings in current African MBA students and alumni who share their unfiltered experiences-the challenges of adapting to a new academic culture, the triumphs of securing internships, and the long-term value of the degree. It’s a resource that meets you where you are, whether you’re just curious about the path, deep in application essays, or already on campus. The entire LanePod podcast is designed to provide the knowledge and confidence needed to pursue this transformative education.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

LanePod: MBA for promising, low and average-income African youths.
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L067: Five Skills You Can Never Go Wrong With [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:15
Irrespective of your post-MBA goal, there are five key skills that you should always seek to communicate to your MBA program, recruiters, and even sponsors.LANE (Light Africa NEtwork) is a community of MBA alumni, studen…
L066: Before Business School [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:45
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L064: Why You Should Never Negotiate an MBA Offer Immediately [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:31
This episode delves into the strategies for successfully negotiating an MBA offer as an applicant from a low/average income background. Listen if you would like to get more out of your offer so you are better equipped to…
L065: How Best to Reject an MBA Offer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:47
This episode highlights some of the deeper reasons why rejecting an MBA offer must be approached carefully and tactfully. My interview with Daren:#180 The Fully Funded MBA with Samuel Adeoye, UBC Sauder MBA ’22LANE (Ligh…
L063: How to tell your Essay Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:11
Storytelling through MBA admission essays does not necessarily come easy to many. In this episode, we discussed how you can tell a truly unique story to adcom.My interview with Daren: #180 The Fully Funded MBA with Samue…
L062: Communicating Work Experience to Adcom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:01
This episode focuses on how you can communicate your work experience to the admission officer or committee through various means. My interview with Daren: #180 The Fully Funded MBA with Samuel Adeoye, UBC Sauder MBA ’22L…
L061: What Exactly is ”Quality Work Experience?” [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:42
Solomon from the City of Lane asked this question: "what exactly is quality work experience." This episode answers that question. I also spoke about my interview with Daren C. Joe, the director of TouchMBA. Touch MBA has…
L060: How to Select a Recommender/Referee [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:30
We have been talking a lot about recommendations (letter of reference) lately. Today, I will be answering Mariam's question on how to select the perfect person to write a letter of recommendation for your MBA application…
L058: 7 Tricks to Getting Multiple Recommendation Letters (2/2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:58
In this episode, I concluded the content we started in episode 57. Listen to the last two tricks you can use to getting your recommenders to submit multiple letters when you are applying to multiple schools (7 and above…