On today’s of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my guest is a serial entrepreneur, and personal development and transformation coach; Dr. Leslie (Ph.D) Ademola LION. Dr. Ademola is the founder & CEO of AEH and bestselling author.

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We’ve turned intuition into a buzzword—flattened it into a slogan, a gut feeling, or a vague whisper we don’t always know how to hear. But what if intuition is so much more? What if it's one of the most powerful tools we have—and we’ve just forgotten how to use it? In this episode, I’m joined by Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir , Icelandic thought leader, filmmaker, and author of InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times . Hrund has spent over 20 years studying and teaching the science and art of intuition through her TED Talk, Netflix documentary (InnSæi: The Power of Intuition), and global work on leadership, innovation, and inner knowing. Together, we explore what intuition really is (hint: not woo-woo), how to cultivate it in a culture obsessed with logic and overthinking, and why your ability to listen to yourself might be the most essential skill you can develop. In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ Why we’ve misunderstood intuition—and how to reclaim it ✅ Practical ways to strengthen your intuitive muscle ✅ What Icelandic wisdom teaches us about inner knowing ✅ How to use intuition during uncertainty and decision-making ✅ Why trusting yourself is an act of rebellion (and power) Intuition isn’t magic—it’s a deep, internal guidance system that already exists inside you. The question is: are you listening? Connect with Hrund: Website: www.hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com TedTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/hrund_gunnsteinsdottir_listen_to_your_intuition_it_can_help_you_navigate_the_future?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare Newsletter: https://hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com/blog/ LI: www.linkedin.com/in/hrundgunnsteinsdottir IG: https://www.instagram.com/hrundgunnsteinsdottir/ Book: InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times Related Podcast Episodes: How To Breathe: Breathwork, Intuition and Flow State with Francesca Sipma | 267 VI4P - Know Who You Are (Chapter 4) Gentleness: Cultivating Compassion for Yourself and Others with Courtney Carver | 282 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Building Successful SME Businesses in Africa | Dr. Leslie Ademola

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On today’s of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my guest is a serial entrepreneur, and personal development and transformation coach; Dr. Leslie (Ph.D) Ademola LION. Dr. Ademola is the founder & CEO of AEH and bestselling author.

Our conversation covered a lot of ground about entrepreneurship and building successful businesses in different countries in Africa. It is a must-listen for any who wishes to live by purpose and create an impact in business on the continent.

1. African serial Entrepreneur whose goal is to build 4-5 Unicorns by 2028

2. Knowledge Collaboration – The 3-Ps - building start-ups in 48 African countries

3. The mentality and impact of immediate gratification

4. How and why to exit a business

5. At 4 years old, I had a dream - Dr. Leslie Ademola’s Personal Story

6. Exploring the best business environments in Africa

7. How the fear of failure stops people from learning, collaboration, and success

8. How high regulations impact businesses and entrepreneurship in African

9. Entrepreneurship in Nigeria

10. Why do many foreign investors treat Africa as a short-term, piggy bank

11. Growth Mindset -long-term sustainability goals

12. Why Africans in the diaspora are not building businesses in Africa

13. Advice for Young Africans – read for at least 4 hours per week

14. Vision for Africa – Develop expertise, build Indigenous technologies and multi-billion dollar businesses
Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc).
Enjoy!

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Building Successful SME Businesses in Africa | Dr. Leslie Ademola

Think BIG for Africa Podcast

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MP3•Головна епізоду

On today’s of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my guest is a serial entrepreneur, and personal development and transformation coach; Dr. Leslie (Ph.D) Ademola LION. Dr. Ademola is the founder & CEO of AEH and bestselling author.

Our conversation covered a lot of ground about entrepreneurship and building successful businesses in different countries in Africa. It is a must-listen for any who wishes to live by purpose and create an impact in business on the continent.

1. African serial Entrepreneur whose goal is to build 4-5 Unicorns by 2028

2. Knowledge Collaboration – The 3-Ps - building start-ups in 48 African countries

3. The mentality and impact of immediate gratification

4. How and why to exit a business

5. At 4 years old, I had a dream - Dr. Leslie Ademola’s Personal Story

6. Exploring the best business environments in Africa

7. How the fear of failure stops people from learning, collaboration, and success

8. How high regulations impact businesses and entrepreneurship in African

9. Entrepreneurship in Nigeria

10. Why do many foreign investors treat Africa as a short-term, piggy bank

11. Growth Mindset -long-term sustainability goals

12. Why Africans in the diaspora are not building businesses in Africa

13. Advice for Young Africans – read for at least 4 hours per week

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Winning in a Competitive Landscape: Empowering Youths with Emotional Resilience and Intrinsic Motivation | Kunle Adefila 1:25:14

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Welcome to another episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. My guest for this episode is Kunle Adefila . Kunle is a Management Consultant, an International Speaker, Trainer, and Business Coach. He is currently the MD/ Lead Consultant of KGL Prime Consult. This conversation is a must-listen for any young Africans because Kunle dissected a few major hindrances to young people's success. Highlights 1. Dealing with the unique challenges of African youths 2. Inadequate educational curriculum - emotional and financial intelligence 3. 5 domains of emotional intelligence – Meaning and Practice 4. Understanding resilience – “Bouncer-ability” 5. Parents’ gifts to their children to Meet the World 6. Global issues that are doing a lot of damage to our youth 7. Identifying a lack of emotional resilience 8. Practical strategies for cultivating emotional resilience 9. Balanced parenting and the effects of Self-Talk 10. Motivation: Whose Responsibility? 11. Self-Motivation – Know Your WHY! 12. Things that will keep you stuck - Your Association- Your Past 13. Book recommendations 14. Why do some people hate Jordan Peterson? 15. Advice for African youths – Start by adding value to yourself Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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The Challenges of Modern Dating and Marriages | Remi Ogunpitan 1:30:47

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Remi Ogunpitan . Remi is a visionary media professional, renowned for creative excellence, strategic insight, and passion for impactful storytelling. Most importantly for this conversation, he is a father of young adults navigating the modern relationship rollercoaster. In this conversation, we discussed the evolution of media space in Africa, modern dating and relationships, the impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs and aid in Africa, and more. This conversation is essential for any young African who wishes to navigate the modern dating/relationships rollercoaster successfully. Highlights: 1. No perfect place anywhere in the world 2. Remi’s Intro – Owner of media production and equipment companies 3. Media's contributions in African society - Cultural and Knowledge Dissemination 4. Navigating disinformation and misinformation on Social Media – Encourage digital literacy and self-regulation 5. The harm of media Half-Truths 6. Why Men Don't Chase Anymore? - The Art of Romance is Gone 7. Are We Digging the Grave for Human Extinction 8. Love is not enough - Marrying for alignment 9. Modern marriage – A union of individuals vs. families 10. Trump's tariffs and USAID 11. The negative impact of aid in Africa 12. Book Recommendations – Who are we? What am I? What should I be? 13. What is the philosophical foundation of one Africa? 14. Advice to young Africans – Add value 15. Vision for Africa - open borders, free trade, and selfless leadership Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Supporting Women On Their Journey to Motherhood | Funke Oham 1:39:18

22 дні тому1:39:18

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Funke Oham . Funke is an award-winning author, speaker, coach, and advocate committed to supporting women navigating infertility, miscarriage, and baby loss. Rooted in her journey of conception struggles and grief, she has transformed pain into purpose, becoming a guiding light for women across the globe. Here are the highlight topics of our insightful conversation: 1. Child Loss – The Heart-Wrenching Loss Stories Never Told 2. Turning Pain to Purpose 3. Your Faith – The Source of Tremendous Strength 4. Pre-Marriage Counselling - Important Issues to Be Discussed Before Marriage 5. Advocacy, Awareness, and Promoting Maternal Health in Nigeria 6. Maternal Health and Reproductive Support Systems in Africa 7. Taboo Issues You Are Forbidden to Speak About 8. The Waiting Room – Supporting the Journey to Motherhood 9. Up-Coming Project – In Person Retreat in London Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Invest in Africa | Free Trade, Trade War, Over Regulations, Free Movement in Africa | Paul K. Layode 1:21:46

30 днів тому1:21:46

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Paul K. Layode . Paul is an Economist, Corporate and Business Strategist, and Angel Investor. This engaging conversation revolves around the challenges and opportunities for businesses in Africa, particularly Nigeria. Paul and I highlight the disconnect between government regulations and the actual needs of businesses, asserting that ineffective regulations hinder entrepreneurial growth. We emphasized the necessity for private businesses to innovate and develop infrastructure and the importance of fostering a conducive environment for trade and investment within African countries. Ultimately, we call for a collaborative approach where businesses and government actively engage to understand and fulfill economic needs. Highlights - The conversation begins with a critique of the government's understanding of business needs. - Paul highlights overregulation as a significant hindrance to business in Africa, particularly in Nigeria. - Discussion on why entrepreneurs should view challenges as opportunities for innovation in Nigeria. - Mention of resilience needed for businesses to thrive amidst significant challenges in the market. - Insight into how companies like Dangote continue to invest in Nigeria despite regulatory hurdles. - Emphasis on the necessity for businesses to innovate and adapt to local market conditions despite governmental policies. - A strong argument is presented for businesses to take the initiative to build supportive infrastructures. - The need to address fragmentation in African trade and the potential of a unified market is presented as crucial for growth. Closing thoughts on the historical context of trade within Africa and the relatively recent attempts at integration. These issues/topics need to be discussed more conversations to find solutions to them. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Bringing Telecoms Connectivity and The Digital Revolution to Rural Africa | Tola Yusuf (Ph.D) 1:30:48

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In today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is Tola Yusuf . He is a founding partner of Infratel Africa ; a Telecoms company focused on bringing telecoms connectivity to rural Africa. In this interesting and insightful conversation Tola explained the motivation and implementation of telecommunication in rural Africa. Summary 1. Infratel Africa – Driving Digital Transformation in Rural Africa 2. Internet Connectivity (Penetration) in Africa 3. Building Telecommunication Connectivity in Rural Africa 4. Enabling Employment for Youths and Women 5. My Wish to Go Back and Live in My African Village 6. Connectivity and Economic Growth in Rural Africa 7. Impact of Trump and USAID in Africa - Foreign Aid Comes With Shackles 8. Africa: The Victim of The World 9. Book Recommendations: You Are Exactly What You Consume - You Consume Nothing, You Remain Empty 10. Peter Thiel – Africans MUST Start Listening to Boring But Smart People 11. Advice For Young Africans – Be Proud of Your Identity – Let’s Build The Africa of Our Dreams 12. To Change to Dynamics of Africa - Speak Positively and Participate 13. Vision for Africa - Free Movement of People and Goods 14. Africans Must Tell Africa's Stories – Responsibility and Accountability Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy! #ruralafrica #InfratelAfrica #digitaltransformation #developafrica #digitalinclusion #africanyouths #makeafricagreat #africa2050 #thinkbigforafrica…

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Unlocking The Career Potential of Medical Professionals | Emmanuel Umaru Yila 1:30:13

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, I'm making my return to the podcast after four months. In this insightful podcast, I engaged in a candid discussion with Emmanuel Umaru Yila , a young medical Doctor and the Founder of Docxplorer, about the challenges and innovations in medical education and practice in Africa. They delve into the complexities of writing and publishing books while juggling various professional roles, highlighting the importance of sharing personal journeys to inspire others. The conversation also covers the impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare, the necessity for young professionals to develop entrepreneurial skills, and the significance of community support and networking within the medical field to enhance healthcare outcomes. Highlights: I revealed my journey of writing and editing my first book after a long gap, aiming for a publication soon. The discussion touches on the significance of sharing personal stories and experiences in the healthcare field. Introduction of Yila, who discusses their initiative, Doc Explorer, aimed at improving medical education in Africa. Yila outlines the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in Nigeria, including issues of inadequate staffing and healthcare access. The conversation shifts towards the role of AI in healthcare, discussing its potential to solve staffing and diagnostic challenges. Yila emphasizes the need for innovation in medical education to enhance the competencies of healthcare professionals. The speakers discuss the differences in healthcare systems, emphasizing reliance on individual initiative over governmental support. Yila concludes by stressing the importance of entrepreneurship and adaptive strategies for young healthcare professionals. AI’s capability to analyze vast amounts of healthcare data efficiently is highlighted as crucial for improving patient outcomes in a resource-constrained environment. Extensive discussion about Networking and Mentorship. Yila’s book recommendation, advice for African youths, and Yila’s vision for Africa in 20-30 years' time. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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African-European Trade: Market Penetration, Intellectual Property, Intra-African Trade | Olu Raheem 1:11:28

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Olu Raheem . Olu is the Chief Executive at LC Technology and the Executive Director of Scandic Lion, a real estate developer in Nigeria. He was also the Finnish Trade Commissioner for West Africa for over a decade. We discussed African-European Trade, Market Penetration, Intellectual Property, Intra-African Trade, and the integration of Africa. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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The Battles to Secure The Family, Relationships, and Society | Dr. Bola Adewara 1:11:38

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Dr. Bola Adewara . Bola is a journalist, author, mentor, teacher, and counselor. He is the host of the E-Life Mentoring Masterclass on various social media platforms. In this conversation, we focused on the Family and relationships: the foundation of human society. 1. Values and Vision - Basis for forming and building successful relationships 2. Communication, responsibility, and accountability in relationships 3. Why do people avoid responsibility and accountability 4. Parents and control of their children’s education 5. Parenting advice for 21st-century African parents 6. Reasons for and rate of divorce in Nigeria 7. Copying and modeling behaviors after black Americans 8. Advice for African youths – Embrace education and speak against evil 9. Africans must be bold to change Africa for it to reach its potential Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube). Enjoy!…

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Lady ABHA’s Odyssey from Nigeria to Canada: Banking, Community and Inclusion | Adejisola Atiba 1:17:00

38 weeks тому1:17:00

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Adejisola Atiba . Adejisola is a banker, FED speaker, author, and a big advocate of Inclusion (EDI) and community building. Adejisola migrated to Canada nearly two decades ago, and here, she shared her very interesting life journey from Nigeria to Canada. This conversation is a must-listen for any young Africans who wish to build their careers and create an impact in their community. Why professionals emigration from Africa, Her early career story in Nigeria – A lesson for young people. Her migration story to Canada – Challenges, Lessons, and Success. The value of continued education. Why it’s important to speak up to be seen. Building African communities outside to help one another and maintain unity. EDI - Power of Inclusion ! Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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The Challenges of The Free Market System and Democracy in Africa | Eric Coffie 1:20:29

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Eric Coffie . Eric is the policy analyst and president of the Institute for Liberty and Economic Education (ILEE) , a social, political, and economic research policy think tank based in Accra, Ghana. Eric is a big advocate of the Free Market and believes that a major reason why African democracy and economies are lagging is due to the instant government intrusion in the market. In this conversation, we talked about the political and Economic Emancipation of Africa, Governance and Democracy, Sustainable Development, the role of the individuals, the role of Entrepreneurs, the role of government, Faith and Spirituality, and many more. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, YouTube Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ileeghana?mibextid=ZbWKwL LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/economic-freedom-institute/ X https://x.com/efighana?t=GuN3mRsRMLBwQHFr-U_bWw&s=09…

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Security in West Africa, The Juntas vs. ECOWAS, France and Democracy in Africa | Ebenezer Anderson 1:00:02

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In today’s Think BIG for Africa Podcast episode, my guest is Ebenezer Anderson . Ebenezer is a Research Associate at the Legon Center for International Affairs and Diplomacy – LECIAD. His interests are in International Relations & Development, Geopolitics, Gender, Climate Change, Global Governance, Conflict, Peace, and Security analysis. In this conversation, we discussed amongst others the recent protests in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and The UK. Security issues in West Africa, Democracy in Africa, The Junta governments in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, and their relationships with ECOWAS. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Digital Transformation: Next Level Access to Enhance Africa's Development | Oswald Osaretin Guobadia 1:12:11

42 weeks тому1:12:11

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. My guest on today’s episode is Oswald Osaretin Guobadia ; a Digital Evangelist, Entrepreneur, and Author. He is the Managing Partner of DigitA Oswald’s evangelism about digital transformation caught my eye and after reading the DigitA White Paper; “ Beyond Transformation towards Digital Evolution: A Quadrant of Disruptive Synergy (QDS) ,” I reached out to learn more. In the era of technological supremacy, and especially with the emergence of Artificial Intelligence, digital transformation is the bare minimum to participate effectively. In this conversation, we delved into the benefits and risks of Digitization & Digitalization, digital Inclusion and literacy, processes and procedures, collaborative engagements, and the future of Africa’s Digital transformation. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Building Africa’s Capacity in Africa At OAU-CSTE | Eby Aka 1:05:24

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On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is a good friend and brother, a passionate Pan-Africanist; Eby Aka . Eby is working on a few different African endeavors, particularly around education and capacity building. He is a founding member and interim One Africa University (OAU) Foundation Executive Director. This conversation was an in-depth discussion of Eby’s vision to create and build One Africa University of Computer Science, Technology, and Engineering , and the program to make this a reality. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Building Successful SME Businesses in Africa | Dr. Leslie Ademola 1:25:05

1 year тому1:25:05

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On today’s of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my guest is a serial entrepreneur, and personal development and transformation coach; Dr. Leslie (Ph.D) Ademola LION . Dr. Ademola is the founder & CEO of AEH and bestselling author. Our conversation covered a lot of ground about entrepreneurship and building successful businesses in different countries in Africa. It is a must-listen for any who wishes to live by purpose and create an impact in business on the continent. 1. African serial Entrepreneur whose goal is to build 4-5 Unicorns by 2028 2. Knowledge Collaboration – The 3-Ps - building start-ups in 48 African countries 3. The mentality and impact of immediate gratification 4. How and why to exit a business 5. At 4 years old, I had a dream - Dr. Leslie Ademola’s Personal Story 6. Exploring the best business environments in Africa 7. How the fear of failure stops people from learning, collaboration, and success 8. How high regulations impact businesses and entrepreneurship in African 9. Entrepreneurship in Nigeria 10. Why do many foreign investors treat Africa as a short-term, piggy bank 11. Growth Mindset -long-term sustainability goals 12. Why Africans in the diaspora are not building businesses in Africa 13. Advice for Young Africans – read for at least 4 hours per week 14. Vision for Africa – Develop expertise, build Indigenous technologies and multi-billion dollar businesses Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Eco Trinity Homes: Building Sustainable Communities - Housing, Food, and Energy | Chike Igwegbe 1:17:08

1 year тому1:17:08

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is an Eco Estate developer; Chike Ayodele Igwegbe . Chike is the founder of Eco Trinity Homes . Chike’s Trinity Homes uses the circular economy concept to seamlessly combine farming, waste management, and renewable energy in their Eco Estates. Chike is also a deeply spiritual person, and his personal life and projects align with this. The entire Eco Estate concept appears to be an excellent way to build a sustainable future world. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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African Identity, Culture, Leadership, and Impact of NGOs in Africa | Ethel Kuuya 1:27:03

1 year тому1:27:03

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Let's welcome back a favorite guest of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast; Ethel Kuuya – a leadership, culture, and transformation coach and the author of “Leading Beyond Now – Five Commitments for Africa to Thrive.” The topics covered in this conversation were extensive; - The roles of NGOs in African societies - Defining “Who is an African?” - Leadership with long-term views - Debt and investments in Africa - Public vs Private sectors in Africa - The impact of ethnic tribalism on the unity and development in Africa - The WRONGS need to be righted for people to move forward - Autonomy on Unity – Africans Must Decide for Themselves - Deman & Supply – Africans MUST demand more accountability from leaders - Defining a country that works - Ethel’s book recommendations - Africa’s contribution to global transformation - Advice for young Africans – GET INVOLVED! Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Akin Akinbisola | Entrepreneurs: Create Lasting Impacts while Solving Problems in Africa 53:50

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Akin Akinbisola . Akin is the Founder and President of Youth Employ and Development Initiative (YEDI) a community-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to educating, enlightening, and empowering youths across Africa. In this capacity, Akin has worked with over 10,000 young Africans. In this conversation, we discussed how the Youth Employ and Development Initiative (YEDI) empowers young Africans through entrepreneurship to contribute to the development of Africa. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Future of Petroleum in Africa’s Energy Independence, Poverty, and Transition | Donatien Ishimwe 1:01:38

1 year тому1:01:38

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On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is Rwandan Petroleum Geoscientist; Donatien Ishimwe . We discussed the means for Africa to achieve Energy Independence. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Kwanda – Empowering the Implementation of Local-Led Solutions for African Problems | Jermaine Craig 1:37:35

1 year тому1:37:35

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Welcome back to another episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s conversation, my guest is Jermaine Craig the Founder of Kwanda . Jermaine is a London-born Egba gentleman, a Social Entrepreneur whose platform is bringing Africans in the diasporans together to fund local-led solutions in Africa. My insightful conversation with Jermaine went through various connecting tunnels and I think it is a must-listen/watch for any African who wishes to be part of the solution to Africa’s future. - Intro - Social Entrepreneur - Jermaine Craig - Create a Compelling Vision for Africa - You Are NOT African Because… - Sustainable Development Model - The Vastness and Complexity of Africa - The Copy and Paste Path of Civilization - The Kwanda’s Project Pipeline - Challenges Implementing Local Solutions in Africa - Why Africans Need to Write and Read More - Diaspora Investing in Africa - Philanthropy vs. For-Profit Businesses in Africa - The Way Forward - Capitalism vs Socio-Marxism - Jermaine‘s Book Recommendations - Advise to African Youths & Vision 2050 for Africa Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy! #africa #philanthropy #kwanda #entrepreneurship #africandiaspora #panafricanism #visionforafrica #developafrica #africanyouths #makeafricagreat #africa2050 #thinkbigforafrica…

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Leading Beyond Now – Commitments, Values, Challenging Norms, and Zimbabwe Land Reform | Ethel Kuuya 50:38

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is a leadership, culture, and transformation expert; Ethel Kuuya . Ethel specializes in helping organizations and leaders navigate the intersection of culture, leadership, and innovation as a coach and mentor. Ethel recently published “ Leading Beyond Now - Five Commitments for Africa to Thrive .” In the first third of our conversation, Ethel and I discussed what it means to lead beyond now and the five commitments. 1. Leading Beyond Now – The 5 Commitments for Africa to Thrive 2. Curate Wise Council – Why many leaders don’t make good decisions 3. Challenging the norms in Africa 4. Why we must be anchored by Values as without VALUES nothing is sacred 5. Explored reasons many African leaders don’t commit to excellent leadership 6. Impact of the interference by Africa’s former colonial masters. 7. Land Reform in Zimbabwe. The discussion with Ethel was so interesting and important that we had to schedule a second immediately. Please, listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Oluyomi Martins | Nigeria's Economic State: What Went Wrong? 1:15:14

1 year тому1:15:14

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In this week’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my conversation is with a brother/friend, and a former guest, Oluyomi Martins. Our conversation covers various issues and concerns about Nigeria’s current economic situation. We are asking questions to try to find out what happened and the way forward. 00:00 Introduction 02:35 NLC Protest in Nigeria 03:32 Fuel Subsidy & Nigeria's Failed Projects 15:27 Leadership Will Needed to Remake Nigeria 17:06 Things Nigerians are Afraid to Say! 21:22 What The CBN is Doing 25:17 Inflation in Nigeria 27:01 Solution to Productivity Issues 32:40 Value chain & Supply chain 41:59 8. Human Capital Issues 48:10 Productivity, Inflation & Exchange Rate 52:03 Tough Challenge for Young Nigerians 58:04 Reversed Education Curriculum 1:04:03 New Age Responsive Institutions 1:07:00 12. Abia State Electrification Project 1:11:13 Recalibration of Nigeria's Future Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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The Local Agency - Effective Marketing Strategies for Diverse African Markets | Mbulelo Jili 57:31

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Mbulelo Jili ; a Branding Guru and Market Analyst. Mbulelo is the Founder and Managing Director of “ The Local Agency .” The Local Agency helps brands scale & construct data-driven marketing strategies in African markets. This conversation was relatively short, however we covered several important topics. It started with banter where I exposed my Ignorance of music trends – I had only recently discovered Burna Boy. 1. Mbulelo’s life journey that led him to a Career in Advertising 2. The Diversity and Uniqueness of African Markets - Led to The Birth of The Local Agency 3. Audience Research and The Road Map for Effective Marketing Strategy 4. The Evolution of Marketing and Branding in Africa 5. Ideal customers of “The Local Agency” 6. Personal and Business Branding in the age of the internet and social media. 7. Challenges in marketing in Africa 8. Identifying and managing privacy issues in Africa 9. The next moves of “The Local Agency” 10. What does representation mean to you? 11. Reading books to expand our horizon - Mbulelo’s Recommendations 12. Fixing local issues through fostering entrepreneurial minds in Africa – a few more. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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International Master of Ceremony - The Benefits of Understanding and Speaking Multiple Languages | Adedeji Odulesi 1:03:52

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In today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is a polyglot Adedeji Odulesi . Adedeji is fluent in three Nigerian and four European languages. This extraordinary language skill and composure enable Adedeji to become a sort after International Master of Ceremony. Also, Adedeji has a YouTube channel where he showcases other Africans with excellent language skills. Africa being a continent with over 3,000 languages, I was excited to speak with Adedeji on his views about the impact of the diversity of language and culture on Africa. Here are our conversation topics; 1. Build a career around your talents, skills, and what you love 2. How a polyglot farmer became a most sort-after Master of Ceremony 3. How does Africa’s diversity of languages and cultures affect its unity 4. The role of language in development in a fast-paced world 5. Advise for young Africans - See your cup ss HALF-FULL and take ownership of your present and future 6. Why we shouldn’t place our hope on politicians – most have never successfully built ANYTHING. 7. Africa Will Be The Center of The World in 20-30 Years 8. Why Africans must challenge our norms Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Uncommon: Exploring The Business of Sports in Africa | Syombua A Kibue 1:41:43

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This month is the 3rd anniversary of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. I’m grateful to all my guests and members of my audience worldwide. I’m thankful for supporting me on this incredible journey. Please help me reach more people by sharing and inviting others to the podcast. In this first episode of our anniversary month, my guest is an uncommon Sports Business Entrepreneur; Syombua A Kibue . Syombua is a Sports Pathway Specialist and an advocate for Girls and Women in Sports, Investor & Mentor. She is the CEO of SKEIYA . Syombua understands the huge economic and social opportunities that sports bring to Africa, and she is working on making them work for our communities. Though this conversation with Syombua was primarily focused on sports, it opened and expanded different issues in Africa worth discussing. The huge opportunities in sports in Africa are wholly untapped. Our conversation topics included; 1. How to make the global sports systems work for Africa 2. How to make the world come to Africa to learn 3. Why do African players prioritize their European clubs ahead of their countries 4. Why don't Africans speak with one voice? 5. Her journey -Entering the business of Sports 6. Taking advantage of the love of sports in Africa - Where is Sports going in Africa? – 7. Should African countries have permanent standing national teams? 8. Creating sustainable environments to attract global talents to build Africa 9. Girls and Women in Sports 10. Advice to young Africans and 20-30 Vision for Africa Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Public Health Specialist and Researcher: Advocating for Cardio-Vascular Health | Dr. Bridget Nwagbara 1:19:32

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is a medical doctor, a Public Health Specialist, and a Researcher; Bridget Nwagbara . Bridget is an advocate for cardiovascular health and longevity. She is also the Co-founder of Viedial Healthcare which builds personalized care to prevent cardiovascular diseases. In this conversation, we covered topics like; - Why Africans are prone to Cardio-Vascular diseases - The MYTH of long life in African villages - Public Health Advocacy for Cardio-Vascular Diseases in Nigeria - How to get stakeholders to buy-in into the implementation of public health policies and proposals - The issues that motivated Bridget to choose to work on Cardio-Vascular diseases - The need for individuals to find out their Risk Factors for Cardio-Vascular diseases - Bridget’s books recommendations - Biographies and Philosophies that shape our times - AI, “Coded Gaze” and other ways of knowing – interesting concept - Longevity and Re-designing of Life Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy! #africa #healthcare #publichealth #healthcareresearch #cardiovasculardiseases ##cardiovascularhealth #makeafricagreat #africa2050 #thinkbigforafrica…

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Excessive and Incorrect Bank Charges and Fees | Oluyomi Martins 1:16:57

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Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. My guest on today’s episode is one of my many brothers, Oluyomi Martins. Yomi is a Business Coach and financial services consultant with over two decades of work experience in various International Banks and Financial Services Training and Consulting Firms. Nearly all of us have bank accounts, and incur fees and charges for using them. In his recently published book “ How to Conduct A Bank Statement Forensic Audit ” Yomi takes us from debit through recovery of erroneous fees and charges. As a financial services consultant and bank statement forensic auditor, Yomi has assisted individuals, corporations, and government agencies in recovering over N2B (two billion naira) in excess bank charges and fees. In this conversation, our discussion included; - Bank charges and fees specifically in Nigeria. - The extent of excess changes and unlawful fees by banks in Nigeria and globally. - Training in Financial literacy for customers. - Looking out for excessive and unlawful changes and fees in your bank account Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Shortlist: Human Capital Dynamics in Africa, Angel-Investing and Entrepreneurship | Paul Breloff 55:55

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Happy New Year! I wish you and your loved ones good health, joy, and happiness. May you use 2024 to advance your purpose for the betterment of all in your orbit. Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. Today’s episode was recorded just before Christmas and got caught up in the holiday celebrations. Now, this insightful episode starts our exciting 2024. My guest is an American Entrepreneur and angel Investor who lives in Nairobi; Paul Breloff. Paul is the CEO and co-founder of Shortlist, a talent platform connecting skilled professionals to great careers across Africa, India, and now 25+ countries globally. In his spare time, he finds other ways to support innovative & impactful startups as an angel investor (particularly edtech/job tech) and as an advisor/venture partner to VC funds & venture studios. In this insightful conversation, Paul addressed important issues that many young Africans would like to understand about jobs, careers, and entrepreneurship. - The role of Shortlist in solving Human Capital challenges in fast-growing Africa and recruiting for Executive roles in Africa. The huge challenge of creating hundreds of millions of jobs for the teeming young Africans. - Entrepreneurship is a mindset with a passion for problem-solving. His hobby as an Angel Investor. How to attract Investors to your business venture, the value, and how to De-Risk a business venture - Paul’s advice to young Africans - Embrace the low-cost but high return of personal development. Think locally and act locally. And finally, his vision is to make Africa the home of the industrial world. Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!…

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Sylvester Sedibane | Why Africa May NEVER Achieve The Pan-African Dream 19:16

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ALL Pan-Africanists MUST Hear This! A bonus topic in my recent conversation with Sylvester Sedibane ; a young, purpose-driven leader from South Africa. If Africans want to be United, then we MUST stop telling ourselves bogus and untrue stories. #africa #developafrica #leadership #panafricanism #oneafrica #africandiversity #criticalthinking #curiosity #africanyouths #makeafricagreat #africa2050…

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Sylvester Sedibane | Purpose Driven Servant Leadership, Education, Curiosity, and Visa-Free Travel 1:17:00

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On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my guest is a young Educationalist. Entrepreneur and Ethical Leader from South Africa; Sylvester Sedibane . Sylvester is a purpose-driven individual who is passionate about personal growth and development and has a strong desire to help young people navigate the challenges and opportunities of life. He is currently in Kigali, Rwanda, so we started the conversation with a constructive discussion about traveling in Africa and the recent announcements of Visa FREE travel by Kenya and Rwanda. - Education - Conscious Pursuit of Personal Growth - The Big Challenge for Educators in Africa – Funding and Keep Their Student Excited to Learn - The Profound Process to Discover Your Purpose - Servant Leadership is People Oriented - Sylvester’s 5 Books to You Reach The Next Level - Advice for young Africans - Do Away With The AVERAGE Mindset Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc).…

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John Kofi Annan | The Meaning, Relevance, Status, and Future of Pan-Africanism 48:00

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