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In this conversation, we speak to Dr. Balakrishnan Muniapan, Senior Teaching Fellow in Human Resource Management at Birmingham City University. He shared about his foundation as a practitioner prior to building a career both as an academic and also a corporate trainer. Dr. Bala also spoke about how networking and stepping out of one's comfort zone are key to long-term success. Read his profile here: https://www.bcu.ac.uk/subject-areas/business-and-management/staff/dr-balakrishnan-muniapan

In this episode, we speak to Prof. Sylvester Arnab who is a Professor in Game Science at the Centre for Arts and Creative Cultures, Coventry University. Prof. Sylvester spoke about his Sarawakian roots and build a research career that has created global impact through collaboration and resilience. Read his profile here: https://pureportal.coventry.ac.uk/en/persons/sylvester-arnab/

In this episode, we speak to Prof. Ruben Sakrabani, Professor of Soil Chemistry, Centre for Soil, Agrifood and Biosciences, Cranfield University. Prof. Ruben shared his journey from a chemistry major at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) to winning a Chevening Scholarship which enabled him to study and later, build an illustrious career in the UK. He is now leading key research projects in his field with global impact across various regions around the world. Read his profile at: https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/people/professor-ruben-sakrabani-753815

In this episode, we speak to Dr. Ungku Norani Sonet who is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at University College Dublin and a Visiting Researcher at the Barcelona Supercomputing Centre. Dr. Nora shares her experience in transitioning from a practicing architect into an academic that bridges impactful research with community building. She also talks about navigating her way through various research environments in engaging and connecting through multiple international networks. Her profile can be read here: https://people.ucd.ie/ungku.sonet

In this episode, we speak to Dr. Roslan Bakri Zakaria who is an Assistant Professor of Operations and Business Management at Regent's University London. With more than 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, Dr. Roslan transitioned into a PhD before pivoting into an Assistant Professor. In his current role, he brings innovation, creativity, and "playfulness" into the classroom.

In this episode, we speak to Dr. Diana Abdullah, a Senior Lecturer at Nottingham Trent University.

In this episode, we speak to Dr. Harry Radzuan who is a Lecturer in Project Management at London South Bank University. Harry can be reached via the links below: (1) https://www.linkedin.com/in/hradzuan (2) https://researchportal.lsbu.ac.uk/en/persons/harry-radzuan

In this episode, we speak to Dr. Farid Esa, Research Fellow at Cranfield University.

In this episode, we speak to Dr. Sharizal Ahmad Sobri who is currently the Course Leader for the MSc in Engineering Management and Senior Lecturer at Nottingham Trent University.

As a boy growing up in Johor, going to Oxford was never in the plan of young Nazri Bajuri. As he progressed from undergraduate to postgraduate study, however, the belief of those around him fuelled him to make his way to the oldest university in the English speaking world In this episode, I speak to Dr. Nazri about his experience as a PhD student at Oxford University under the YDPA Scholarship. We also discussed about his current interests in people analytics and productivity and how he is using YouTube to impart his knowledge. Dr. Nazri's YouTube channel is at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWmRqLDl071KSDOiuuLLy3g Follow & Subscribe at: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/asrifyusoff Podcast: https://anchor.fm/asrifyusoff Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/asrif Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/asrifyusoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsrifYusoff Blog: https://www.asrif.org Disclaimer: This content is the opinion of the author and does not represent any affiliated organisation. The information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only.

Leadership has been synonymous to Taufiq Hussein since the day I met him over 20 years ago. From a student leader at school and university, he has grown into a corporate leader who also wears several hats in the organisations that he belongs to.  In this episode, I speak to Taufiq about his leadership philosophies from his experience in leading global teams as well as his journey as an MBA student at the Jack Welch Management Institute. Taufiq also an engineering degree from Case Western Reserve University. Follow & Subscribe at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/asrifyusoff Podcast: https://anchor.fm/asrifyusoff Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/asrif Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/asrifyusoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsrifYusoff Blog: https://www.asrif.org Disclaimer: This content is the opinion of the author and does not represent any affiliated organisation. The information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only.

The Chevening scholarship is a much coveted award that thousands apply to every year. In this episode, I speak to one of the recipient of the award, Kimberly Tey who did her MBA at Durham University.  I speak to Kimberly about her motivations in pursuing postgraduate education, her strategies in winning a Chevening scholarship, and how the experience has shaped her as a person.  Follow & Subscribe at: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/asrifyusoff Podcast: https://anchor.fm/asrifyusoff Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/asrif Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/asrifyusoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsrifYusoff Blog: https://www.asrif.org Disclaimer: This content is the opinion of the author and does not represent any affiliated organisation. The information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only.

As a curious child, Dr. Suraya Hazim could not stop asking questions about everything. This curiosity has led her to dabble into a wide range of subjects, from volcanoes to visual arts. Today, Suraya is a scientist, artist, and educator who teaches programming. In this episode, I speak to Suraya about her motivation in pursuing multiple interests and how she is able to focus and excel in each one of them.  Dr. Suraya holds a PhD in Volcanology from the University of Liverpool and a BSc in Geology from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Follow & Subscribe at: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/asrifyusoff Podcast: https://anchor.fm/asrifyusoff Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/asrif Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/asrifyusoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsrifYusoff Blog: https://www.asrif.org Disclaimer: This content is the opinion of the author and does not represent any affiliated organisation. The information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only.

As a recording artist, composer, and entrepreneur, Dr. Soo Wincci was already juggling time between many roles when she decided to pursue a PhD in 2010. Six years later, she completed the PhD and while many would consider that as the end, she never stopped. In 2017, Dr. Wincci earned a place at the prestigious Berklee College of Music and today, she is in her second PhD programme at Universitat Politècnica de València in Spain. In this episode, I speak to her about her unstoppable learning agility as well as her global vision for Malaysia. Dr. Soo Wincci holds a PhD from Open University Malaysia, a master’s degree from Berklee, an MBA from University of the Sunshine Coast, and a bachelor of laws from University of Reading. 'Staying the Course: Navigating the challenges of lifelong learning' is a podcast to help and inspire master's and PhD postgraduate students in successfully completing their graduate school journey. Follow & Subscribe at: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/asrifyusoff Podcast: https://anchor.fm/asrifyusoff Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/asrif Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/asrifyusoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsrifYusoff Blog: https://www.asrif.org Disclaimer: This content is the opinion of the author and does not represent any affiliated organisation. The information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only.

One of the biggest questions among those considering studying while working is, "Can I do it?" In this conversation, I speak to Dr. Endry Lim who pursued his PhD part-time while working full-time as a consultant. Endry shared his insights and tips in growing in his career while conducting research for his PhD. Endry holds a PhD and a Master’s degree in Economics from Universiti Malaya and a bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering from Universiti Sains Malaysia. Master's and PhD postgraduate students in successfully completing their graduate school journey. Follow & Subscribe at: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/asrifyusoff Podcast: https://anchor.fm/asrifyusoff Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/asrif Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/asrifyusoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsrifYusoff Blog: https://www.asrif.org Disclaimer: This content is the opinion of the author and does not represent any affiliated organisation. The information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only.