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What I Wish I Knew

What I Wish I Knew

Written by: Akuba
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Here on WIWIK, We're talking about everything we wish we knew in hindsight about navigating through life. From career, finances, relationships & more, we're talking about it all from the lens of first generation millennials.Akuba Careers Economics Personal Success
Episodes
  • Sometimes, You Are the Problem
    Mar 18 2026

    In this Season 1 Finale, I get real about something we don’t talk about enough—taking ownership at work. It’s easy to point fingers when things go left, but what happens when you pause and ask, “Where did I contribute to this?”

    I break down some common issues that happen among colleagues, coupled with my own experiences where I had to confront the uncomfortable truth about my role in certain outcomes. We dive into why people may be reacting to you in ways you don’t understand—and how your tone, habits, boundaries, and even silence can shape those reactions more than you realize.


    This isn’t about blaming yourself, it's about about self-awareness. Self awareness allows you to take control of your narrative, and improve on intrapersonal relationships. I share practical ways to reflect, adjust, and move differently so you can improve your work relationships, protect your reputation, and grow into a stronger, more intentional person, outside of work and on the job.


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    16 mins
  • Sabotage On the Job
    Mar 11 2026

    Workplace sabotage is real—and it’s more common than people like to admit. In this episode, I share my personal experience where I realized that someone at work was actively working against me behind the scenes for months.

    I share the moment I recognized what was happening, the emotional and professional impact it had, and the strategies I used to navigate through it without losing my integrity. If you’ve ever felt blindsided by office politics, backdoor conversations, or someone quietly trying to derail your progress, this episode will resonate with you.

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    21 mins
  • Get It Done!
    Mar 4 2026

    In this episode I reflect on what it takes to build a multi-faceted life in the midst of a "crazy" season. Building structures and systems in your life has a huge impact on how you show up - physically, mentally and emotionally. Systems and structures override your "feelings" by giving you guidelines to stay on track when the motivation dies out.


    I talk about some of the rules and systems that I've created for myself and have implemented across my career, my home, and in my personal routines.


    If you're in an overwhelming, chaotic season but you know that it's time to make some changes and build clarity into your life - this episode is for you!

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    16 mins
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