Media personality Anthony Ndiema has shared his journey after leaving the Standard Group, detailing the challenges of balancing job loss with family responsibilities and personal growth. Ndiema reflected on the lessons learned over the past year and the emotional rollercoaster that followed his departure.
After Tom Japanni left the media house, Ndiema stepped in to manage four radio stations. Many listeners later reached out to ask where he had gone after his sudden exit. “Last year at a time like this I left The Standard Group. By then, I was in charge of the four radio stations, stepping in for Tom Japanni, who had left earlier. Many of the Radio listeners have never stopped asking, ‘where did you go?’ It’s always believed that when you leave one station, you move to another,” he shared.
Two months after leaving, Ndiema landed an interview for a senior communications position at what he described as “the most prestigious international government organisation in the world.” He progressed through rigorous interviews, including a one-on-one meeting with the agency’s top executive, and his references were contacted.
“Two months later, I get a job interview for a senior communications position in the most prestigious international government organisation in the world. I got through the rigorous interviews to the very last stage. I eventually have a one-on-one with the top-most person in that specific agency. The referees are even asked to do their recommendations, and my hopes are very high. It’s a job I really desire to get,” Ndiema said.
Despite his strong performance, the human resources department informed him that he had not been selected. The rejection was emotionally painful, affecting both him and his children, who had prayed for his success daily. “A few weeks later, the kind HR lady calls me and breaks the news. She tells me I did very well, but unfortunately, did not get the job. My heart is shattered into pieces. I had so much hope. My kids feel the pain even more as they used to pray for me every single day to get the job,” he explained.
Following this setback, Ndiema focused on building his media and communications company, Inspired Edge Limited. He used the platform for consulting, training, productions, and studio construction, gradually creating new opportunities.
“I wake up, dust myself and ask God, ‘what next.’ I go back to applying for more jobs but nothing breaks forth. I eventually go back to building my ‘side hustle,’ Inspired Edge Limited. Then opportunities start to open up. From consultancies to trainings to productions to studio builds… Between August 2024 to date, I have tried many things… I have cried, I have laughed, I have been broke, I have had money, I have served, I have had no gas to serve… What a season!” Ndiema said.
He added that these experiences strengthened his faith, teaching him that true provision comes from God rather than jobs or businesses. “Today, I can confidently say that our provision is not from our jobs or businesses. It’s solely from God. I don’t know where I will be tomorrow but what I know for sure is that I will be in HIS will and that’s enough. Blessings!”
Ndiema’s story highlights the challenges of career transitions and the importance of perseverance, faith, and building multiple avenues for personal and professional growth.
