At 11:00 a.m. in Owerri, Nigeria, I eagerly await a Google Meet call from Oghenerukevwe Odjugo. She is known for her investment newsletter series, “The Beginner Investor,” which I follow on LinkedIn as a beginner investor myself.
In Sydney, Australia, it’s 9:00 p.m., and Odjugo, working as an equity analyst at Schroders, is preparing to relax by watching a movie after long workdays.
During our conversation, she shares insights on living in Sydney, discussing tax systems and lifestyle differences. She debunks myths about Australian wildlife, mentioning that sightings of creatures like snakes are rare in urban areas.
Odjugo’s journey from Nigeria to various countries and finally to Sydney has been shaped by her passion for finance. Starting with a love for mathematics, she navigated her way into the finance industry through strategic choices and academic excellence.
As an equity analyst, Odjugo’s days are dynamic, involving in-depth research on companies in various sectors. She particularly mentions her work on companies like IDP Education, highlighting the significance of the education industry for international students.
Balancing work and personal life, Odjugo enjoys activities like yoga, Zumba, and traveling to different countries. She emphasizes the importance of living in the present and focusing on excelling in the current moment rather than rigid long-term planning.
Despite some regrets about missed opportunities in the past, Odjugo is content with her role at Schroders and remains open to future possibilities. She concludes with a positive outlook on her career and life, ready to embrace whatever the future holds.