1. What impact has GradStar had on your life in 2022?

GradStar has provided me with numerous career development opportunities, but most importantly, it has provided me with a support network of like-minded students and mentors.

2. How do you stay motivated and on track with your studies?

I believe that it is each of our responsibility to passionately develop our talents and abilities so that we may use these skills to improve the lives of others. So, all I do is keep my head up and give it my all! When you start to understand that we all have the potential to make the world a better place - you stop sweating the small stuff and start embracing every opportunity for growth… even if that implies giving up Saturday-night plans every now-and-then to work on my thesis.

3. What drives you to excel in your studies?

As a co-founder of More For Her, a skills development program for underprivileged girls, I believe that I should practice what I preach. I am an adamant supporter of female education, especially on a tertiary level, and understand how privileged I am to be able to do my masters. Consequently, I challenge myself to embrace my studies! I do not view my studies as something I have to do, but as something I get to do. And, obviously, the dedication and work-ethic of the More for Her-girls inspire me daily!

4. Will you recommend GradStar to other students? Why/Why not?

I recommend both the GradStar app and competition to everyone willing to listen! GradStar provides a platform for both career and personal development. I have been a part of the GradStar-family since 2021 and have immense respect for the organisation.

5. What are your plans for 2022?

I aim to complete my masters in 2023 and to further pursue my passion: integrating my experience in logistics and supply chains with my knowledge of macro-political economic trend forecasting and risk analysis to understand the nuanced realities of foreign investment in Africa as a way of contributing to the continent’s economic development.