Merged Chapters: A Journey of Becoming

Name: Merged Chapters: A Journey of Becoming
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MERGED CHAPTERS _A Journey of Becoming_ is a non-fiction self-help book that aims to inspire the reader. It is a fusion of chapters drawn from my personal and professional experiences, without delving deeply into my personal story. This is a piece that pushes the reader to be a better version of themselves while understanding the concept of time and seasons, and how to navigate through them, making that conscious effort to truly know yourself, self-position, and consciously step out of your comfort zone.

The irony of this reality is that we can be very harsh on ourselves for not being experts at something that is designed to be learned through lived experience. In this book, I share vulnerable perspectives from my personal and professional lives; a powerful reminder to myself and others that while feeling inadequate is a common challenge, it’s never meant to be internalized or lived out. Oftentimes, we question our importance in the grand scheme of things, we question how relevant we are enough to be considered for great opportunities; even worse, we self-sabotage on the very things we once prayed for. I have been in those positions, where life doesn’t pan out the way I imagined, but after a closer interrogation, I discovered that I was an architect in those outcomes more than I would want to admit.

My journey to recovering my true identity and purpose is documented here in part as a message of hope and a catalyst for change to those who have encountered similar situations. I realized that self-love is a game-changer in helping me embrace who I am and validate my passions. One of the key lessons I learned from my journey is that almost everything you will achieve in life and the workplace is built on how aware you are of yourself, your goals, and your environment and that seems to be the subtle yet powerful difference between those who thrive and those who simply get by. Without knowing your strengths, you cannot optimize them. It would be hard for you to reproduce what you haven’t first recognized about yourself, and instead of taking advantage of your seasons, you will find yourself being exploited by those who prey on your ignorance.

This book is for fighters, dreamers, and those who refuse to remain in the dumps that their circumstances may have suggested they belong in. However, it’s also an honest submission on the things that must be done to move the needle in terms of positioning yourself as a person of value. I share stories of how putting in the work and showing up consistently has helped my career significantly and has established me as a valuable asset and solution provider to others. I also discuss how I leveraged the knowledge of those who came before me to improve my craft and minimize unforced errors.

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About the Author

Olasubomi Sofowora (Subomi), is a transformational leader and strategic community builder with two decades of experience in brand communications, strategic marketing, and sustainable development. A dynamic strategist and facilitator, she is known for crafting compelling narratives and driving social change through innovative and impactful initiatives.

Her commitment to social impact is reflected in her consulting role with the African Women’s Alliance of Waterloo Region as a Program Facilitator. Subomi also played a pivotal role in establishing the Muhammad Sanusi II (MSII) SDG Initiative, stemming from her position as an advisor to His Highness Muhammad Sanusi, one of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Advocates. Through this initiative, thousands of teachers were empowered to catalyze change and lead innovative educational community projects. She also served as the Stakeholder Engagement Lead at 1 Million Teachers, where she led strategic communication and relationship-building efforts to support teacher training in underserved regions and currently sits as the Director, Strategic Communications

Passionate about women’s empowerment, Subomi founded Woven Impact Network, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering grassroots micro business women. Through the Women WIN program, the organization builds the capacity of these women to achieve economic stability.

At Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc (FMN), Subomi served as Extension Services & Knowledge Management Manager, designing and executing value chain development programs. As Brand Marketing & Program Manager, she led strategic brand-building for the Agro-Allied Division. Her leadership as Chairperson of the FMN Women Network (about 500 women) earned FMN recognition from IFC’s Nigeria 2 Equal program for advancing women’s empowerment. Earlier in her career, she worked in advertising, managing high-profile brand accounts, and at Food Concepts Plc, where she handled marketing and public relations for Chicken Republic and Butterfield brands.
She is the Lead Strategist at Coresense, a consulting firm she established to partner with organizations in crafting bold, authentic narratives and delivering strategic solutions that drive positioning, growth, and lasting impact.

Subomi holds a Bachelor’s in Agricultural Economics, a Master’s in Business Administration. She also holds a certificate in Business Sustainability Management from the University of Cambridge. She was a Fellow of the Advanced Leadership in Social Impact program at Queen’s University and a President’s Honor graduate of the Management in Community Services program at Conestoga College.

Subomi volunteers as a facilitator and mentor with FATE Foundation, among other organizations, and serves on the boards of Xcentrique Media and Greenhills Farmstead.