“Small Girl, Big God”: Tolulope Oke’s Remarkable Story And Life Lessons
Join us on this deep conversation with Tolulope Oke, Global Head of Diversity At Diageo and Multi-Award Winning Diversity Champion where we discuss everything from the people who have had an impact on her life’s story to pivotal moments in her career to lessons she’s learnt from growing up as a minority in the United Kingdom.
More specifically, in this episode, we spoke about:
Her faith and the impact of her faith on her life’s journey
The necessity of being kind to yourself and healing from the past
Dealing with grief
The importance of role models in shaping the next generation and closing the generational wealth gap
Being true to yourself and not defining ourselves by other people’s expectations
Tolu ends this episode by saluting other black women for their strength, resilience, and contributions to society. She reminds listeners to embrace their own journey and to be proud of their accomplishments.
Rapid-fire questions
Name three women who have had a profound impact on your life story - my mum, sister and Hannah Reed/Sarah Nelson
What is your favourite book? Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers
Favourite holiday destination? Sydney, Australia and Vietnam
If your life was a book, what would its title be? Small Girl, Big God
What is your happiest childhood memory? My mum bringing ice lollies to pick me up from school
What’s that compliment that someone has given you that has made the most impression on you? I really appreciate it when people tell me that “I’ve been a good friend”.
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