10 Inspiring stories of Nigerians who quit their career, pursued their passion and Became Successful

Quit your Job! Pursure Passion! Become Successful

Sometimes we find ourselves at the crossroads of our career. It used to seem as if you knew where you were going but suddenly, you are left to ask the life-changing questions: Is this really what I want? Should I stick with this or try something different? Should I follow my passion or stick with … Read more

How Your Job Can Make You a Great Entrepreneur

from job to entrepreneur

Want to be a successful business owner? Start practicing as an employee. A great job that allows you to grow can help make you a wonderful entrepreneur. Not only can it teach you about your field, but it also allows you to learn on someone else’s dime. But just being a part of a company isn’t … Read more

Myth 4: Do you need a formal Business Plan to start a business? How Successful companies evolve

Writing a business plan

This article is the third part of a series of articles on 7 Myths about building a business. Today’s article deals on Myth 4: “Successful businesses make their best moves by strategic formal business plan” If you search for the keyword ‘Business Plan’ on Amazon book store; guess how many books will turned out – … Read more

Myth 3: Money is not one of the top 3 reasons real Entrepreneurs start their Business

Money for business

This article is the third part of a series of articles on 7 Myths about building a business. Today’s article deals on Myth 3: “Successful businesses exist solely to make money” What do you consider the primary purpose of starting a business or pursuing a career? For most people, it is to make a lot … Read more

Myth 2: Do you need Charisma to build a successful business?

Martin Luther Charismatic Leader

This article is the Second part of a series of articles on 7 Myths about building a business. Today’s article deals on Myth 2: “Successful business requires great and charismatic visionary leaders” I once heard a business analyst describe Aliko Dangote’s speaking style as dull, non-energetic and non-charismatic. “He is not a classic example of … Read more

Nigeria’s Growing Youth Unemployment: Entrepreneurship to the Rescue

Unemployment in Nigeria - Entrepreneurship

Ever dreamt of graduating from the University and living a financially secured life ever after? Chances are high you do – it’s a common dream these days. It’s not unusual to hear students proclaim that they would have a financially viable life as soon as they graduate and get employed by Chevron, Dangote, Microsoft Corporation, … Read more