This episode is for the woman who knows education could change her life, but hasn’t always been shown what’s possible for her. We’re joined by the incredible Dr Vee Kativhu, a double doctorate holder who has studied at the University of Oxford, Harvard University and Claremont Graduate University. Recognised globally as a UN Young Leader and founder of Empowered by Vee, her journey is proof of what can happen when you choose yourself, even when no one else does!!  In this week’s episode of Boldly Ambitious, Vee breaks down exactly how to succeed academically when no one believes in you, and how to turn that success into real-world purpose, impact, and opportunity. We get into: ✨ Using education as a tool when you don’t have networks or access ✨ Becoming an “academic weapon” without burning out ✨ Navigating discouragement when teachers or environments doubt you ✨ The mindset shifts required to believe in a future you’ve never seen ✨ Turning academic wins into credibility, leadership, and impact ✨ The emotional weight of being a first-generation student If you’ve ever been told to lower your expectations and refused to, this episode will give you fuel, strategy, and proof that you’re not aiming too high. You’re aiming exactly where you’re meant to. Timestamps 🎧 00:00 – Intro 02:25 – Vee’s Journey 06:50 – Education as a Tool 13:05 –Becoming an Academic Weapon 28:50 – Bigger Than Your Environment 32:15 – Turning Education Into Impact 39:50 – Finding Educational Opportunities 42:10 – Vee's PhD 46:45 – Dear Ambitious Girlies Connect with Vee: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@dr.veekativhu?si=m73f8h7bGu9JWCMp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.veekativhu?igsh=MTJhOHQ3OG95eDZwNg== Be sure to check out Shopify here:  shopify.com/boldly Check out FIGS here: https://www.wearfigs.com Remember to use code FIGSXBA for 15% off your first order besties! ✨ Connect with Myriad Studios: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myriadstudiosldn/ Connect with us: ✍️ Sign up to our newsletter to hear more of our thoughts - https://boldlyambitious.substack.com/ 💌 Loved this episode? Send it to the ambitious woman who needs this reminder today. ⭐ If this inspired you, follow, rate, and leave us a 5-star review — it helps more women find our community. 🩷 For mindset shifts, BTS, and weekly motivation, follow us @boldlyambitiouspod. See you next week — byeeee 💋 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices