Can you tell me about yourself and your background? What do you do?
Hi, I’m Olawumi Oladejo, and I’m 25 years old. I’m a content writer, a ghostwriter, and I’m also a fashion designer.
What motivated you to do this?
I’ve always loved seeing words beautifully woven together, and that made me want to write and tell stories of my own. I’ve always loved fashion and was really interested in learning how to make my own dresses.
How long have you been doing this and what drew your attention to it?
I used to write poems as a teenager, but I started writing essays and articles about 5 years ago, honestly just because my friend believed I could write. As for fashion, it started as a hobby when I picked up using my mom’s old sewing machine. I also started learning how to sew around the same time as a teenager.
What do you enjoy most about what you do now?
The fact that it doesn’t feel like a chore. I love being able to write content that people can relate to and tell stories that they actually want to read. I also really enjoy sewing. I could honestly do it all day without getting tired. And I love that I get paid to do the things I love to do.
Can you describe a challenge you’ve faced in your role now and how you overcame it?
One of the challenges I’ve faced is dealing with clients who don’t communicate well. It can be difficult, but I’ve learned to ask important questions before starting any project.
What keeps you motivated and driven?
The passion I have for what I do. I thoroughly enjoy what I do, it keeps me grounded all the time.
How do you stay updated and continue to grow?
I’m a big believer in continuous learning and upskilling. I take new courses, watch YouTube tutorials, and read books on the things I do.
Can you share a significant accomplishment or project you’ve worked on recently?
Last year, I wrote a story for a client that later turned into a movie, and I got credit as the writer. That was my first time working on a film script.
What goals do you have in the near future?
I want to work with different brands as a brand storyteller, write my own book, and teach people how to write better. I also want to build my fashion brand into something worthwhile.
How do you maintain work-life balance, and in what ways does your faith influence your motivation and vision?
I’d like to believe I’m doing a great job balancing it all. Even when it feels like I’m doing more work than anything else, it can get hectic sometimes, but it’s worth it.
Being a believer has also shaped the way I see things, tell stories, the kind of contents I write and how I present myself to the world.
How have marriage or significant relationships impacted your personal and professional plans?
I wouldn’t say any relationships have impacted my personal or professional plans.
How do you see what you’re passionate about evolving in the coming years, and what steps are you taking ?
I see content and fashion merging in interesting ways. There’s so much storytelling happening through fashion now, and I want to be at the forefront of that. I’m taking steps by experimenting more, collaborating with people outside my usual circle, and being more intentional about the projects I say yes to. I’m also working on building a stronger online presence to showcase both sides of what I do, because I think that’s where the real opportunities will come from in the next few years.
What will you tell their younger self?
Grab opportunities the moment you see them. Don’t overthink things, you can always learn on the job. What they will tell their younger self. Don’t be anxious about knowing how and when it will happen. You’ll definitely figure it out as you go.
