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Book details
  • Genre:BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY
  • SubGenre:Personal Memoirs
  • Language:English
  • Duration:3 Hours 13 Minutes
  • Audiobook ISBN:9798350969351

Living the American Dream...From Russia to Siesta Key

by Olga Ovchiyan

Narrated by Olga Ovchiyan

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Overview
Olga's autobiography chronicles her journey from a challenging childhood in Soviet Russia to achieving the American Dream. Facing numerous hardships, including the loss of loved ones, she persevered through school, university, and her early experiences in America working as an exchange student, learning English and American culture. Her story of resilience and determination is a testament to the belief that anything is possible if you never give up and follow your dreams.
Description
In Olga's compelling autobiography, she recounts her inspiring journey from growing up in Soviet Russia, where she faced a scarcity of resources and numerous challenges, to realizing her dream of living in America. She shares vivid memories of her school and university experiences, highlighting the resilience and determination that defined her early years. The story follows Olga's first visits to America as an exchange student, where she worked in a kids' camp and hotel housekeeper, nurturing a dream of one day making the United States her home. Life took a dramatic turn after a significant tragedy, leading her to move permanently to Florida. Throughout her story, Olga details the obstacles she overcame, including personal loss and professional challenges. Her journey from an immigrant working entry-level jobs to becoming a successful business owner and entrepreneur epitomizes the American Dream. Designed to motivate and inspire, this autobiography is a powerful reminder that with perseverance and commitment to one's goals, anything is possible! Olga's story encourages readers to never give up and always follow their dreams, no matter how difficult the path may seem.
About the author
Olga's journey began in Soviet Russia where she was born into a family of teachers. Excelling as a straight A student, classical pianist, and vocalist, she navigated a childhood marked by scarcity. After completing high school with a gold medal and a red diploma in 1997, she entered the prestigious Kuban State University, graduating in 2002 with a master's degree in business administration and international tourism. Her life took a significant turn in 1999 when she first came to America as an exchange student, working for the Salvation Army, This experience ignited a deep love for America, and she returned to the US every summer for work. Upon completing her studies, Olga married in 2003 and welcomed her first Son in 2004. In 2006, she made the life-changing decision to move permanently to Florida, area called Siesta Key, where she remarried. Her family grew with the birth of her second son in 2013. Olga's path has not been without its hardships. She has endured numerous challenges, including the profound grief of losing loved ones. Through it all, her family and children have been her motivation and strength. Together with her husband, she owned an inspection company, which they successfully sold in 2019. Today, Olga is the Director of Business Development and Recruitment for Preferred Shore Real Estate, where she continues to build and inspire. She can confidently say she is living her American Dream.