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My American Dream: From Student Visa to U.S. Citizen — A 10-Year Journey of Faith and Purpose
Your American Dream | Success Stories of Immigrant Women and Women of Color Entrepreneurs
36 minutes
1 month ago
My American Dream: From Student Visa to U.S. Citizen — A 10-Year Journey of Faith and Purpose
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to achieve the American dream — not just on paper, but in purpose? In this special episode of Your American Dream, host Anisha Jennings steps into the guest chair to share her powerful 10-year U.S. citizenship journey — a story of faith, resilience, and perseverance.
Joined by interviewer Laura Kimball, podcast editor and founder of By the Lake VA, Anisha opens up about her life-changing path from student visa to citizenship — revealing the heart, hope, and hurdles behind becoming an American citizen in 2025.
About the Guest
Anisha Jennings is the host of Your American Dream, an automation and systems strategist who helps small businesses simplify their workflows, streamline their marketing, and focus on what matters most. Beyond her business, Anisha’s story is one of faith and purpose — as an immigrant, entrepreneur, wife, and mom who built her dream one step, one visa, and one prayer at a time.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
What it’s really like to navigate the U.S. immigration process — from student visa to citizenship
The emotional highs and lows of life between countries and cultures
How faith and patience can sustain you through uncertainty and waiting
The lessons Anisha learned about identity, belonging, and purpose along the way
Why the American dream is about far more than paperwork — it’s about heart, hope, and courage
🕓 Episode Outline
Introduction (0:00)Anisha Reflects on her Journey (0:33)First Impressions of the American Dream (4:58)Lessons from the Green Card Process (13:32)Waiting for Citizenship & Returning to India (16:56)Applying for Citizenship (20:59)The Citizenship Interview & Oath Ceremony (24:20)Gratitude & Reflections (28:26)
🔗 Connect with Laura Kimball
Want to connect with Laura, the interviewer and editor behind this episode?🌐 Website → www.bythelakeva.com📸 Instagram → @bythelakeva
✨ Closing Inspiration
The American dream isn’t something you arrive at — it’s something you grow into, one faithful step at a time.If you’ve ever felt caught between worlds or wondered when your breakthrough will come, this episode will remind you that God’s timing is always right on time.
✨ Ways to Work with Me (Anisha Jennings)
🌐 Website → https://jenningstechcorner.com/packages/📅 Book a Free Strategy Call → https://cal.com/anishajennings📧 Email → jenningstechcorner@gmail.com📸 Follow me on Instagram → @jenningstechcorner
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Link to US Citizenship Test. Org: https://www.youtube.com/@uscitizenshiptestorg
Beyond the Headlines: Immigration Facts vs. Fears with Attorney Shivani Honwad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFM4cMDmJmM
Your American Dream | Success Stories of Immigrant Women and Women of Color Entrepreneurs