Episode 40: Backstage with Nnenna Osuji, CEO of North Middlesex University NHS Hospital Trust

The Next GenCast

This episode is with the wonderful Dr Nnenna Osuji, Chief Exec of North Middlesex University Hospital Trust and consultant haematologist.

From her multicultural upbringing in Scotland and Trinidad to her academic journey in medicine and haematology, Nnenna's path is one of resilience and continuous learning. In this episode, Nnenna opens up about profound life lessons and the challenges she faced, including imposter syndrome and being the only person of colour in many leadership settings.

Drawing from her rich cultural background and the influence of her parents, she emphasises the critical importance of mentorship, support networks, and the balance of striving for excellence with being a present mum.

*Highlights:

• Leadership journey (2 mins)
• Defining moments and influences (9 mins)
• Lessons for younger self (11 mins)
• Leadership qualifications and learning (13 mins)
• The importance of sponsors (18 mins)
• Imposter syndrome (20 mins)
• The journey from medical consultant to CEO (26 mins)
• Self care and motherhood (33 mins)
• Balancing work, family and leadership (40 mins)
• Book recommendations and leadership tips (47 mins)

*Resources

• Four Thousand Weeks, by Oliver Burkeman
• The 100 Year Life, by Lynda Gratton and Andrew Scott
• Brene Brown

*Social media

• @nosuji01
• LinkedIn
• @NextGGP/ @nishmanek

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