ENTREPRENEURSHIP · HOSTED BY TOPE ABAYOMI

Jump from the plane.
Build the parachute on the way down.

Real conversations with entrepreneurs — especially those with immigrant backgrounds — who chose the risky path and built something extraordinary.

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17 EPISODES
17
Episodes
12+
Industries
40min
Avg. Length
2023
Since
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July 27, 2023 58 MINS EP. 017

Building Luxury Beauty Brands in Nigeria with Sharon Ademefun of Rona Wigs & Body Politix

Sharon Ademefun opens up about building multiple beauty and fashion brands in Nigeria, her ADHD diagnosis, getting her wigs on Naomi Campbell and the cover of Madame Figaro, and making the painful call to cut costs during Nigeria's economic downturn.

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July 27, 2023 58 MINS NEW

Building Luxury Beauty Brands in Nigeria with Sharon Ademefun of Rona Wigs & Body Politix

Sharon Ademefun, founder of Rona Wigs and Body Politix, opens up about building multiple beauty and fashion brands in Nigeria, her ADHD diagnosis, getting her wigs on Naomi Campbell, and making the hard call to cut costs and lay off staff during Nigeria's economic downturn.

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July 6, 2023 34 MINS

How to Launch a Business From Scratch with Olabisi Akeroro of DSquare Designs

Founder of D Square Design shares her journey building a personalized gifts and custom drinkware business from Lagos, Nigeria to Calgary, Canada.

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July 6, 2023 32 MINS

The Power of Sharing Your Story, Entrepreneurship and Impact with Toks Ayinla

Entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker Toks Ayinla discusses her journey, personal growth, and the impact of sharing her unique story globally.

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July 4, 2023 42 MINS

Secrets to Building a Successful Cybersecurity Consulting Business

Fola, founder of Winfinite Consulting, shares insights on research, planning, and leveraging technology in cybersecurity and IT entrepreneurship.

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June 9, 2023 52 MINS

Secrets to Achieving Success through Personal Growth with Emeka Nwarulor

Emeka discusses developing discipline through visualization, supportive networks, continuous learning, and daily action for entrepreneurial success.

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June 5, 2023 32 MINS

Unleashing Your Entrepreneurial Potential with Yvonne from Kscope

Yvonne, founder of Kscope business consultancy, shares advice on starting small, overcoming self-doubt, and taking action on entrepreneurial ideas.

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May 12, 2023 37 MINS

Living a Meaningful Life and Building a Non-Profit with Emikele

Entrepreneur and author Emikele explores understanding your "why," building non-profits, mentorship, and the importance of accountability in ventures.

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May 5, 2023 53 MINS

How Ahinke's Kitchen is Changing the Nigerian Food Scene in Calgary

Kunbi Olalere, founder of Ahinke's Kitchen, discusses launching an authentic Nigerian restaurant, market challenges, and team building in Calgary.

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April 28, 2023 32 MINS

How Adeshola Built a Successful Tech Consulting Empire

Dr. Adeshola Cole shares her journey from facing bullying to founding Tritek Consulting, emphasizing tech education and community impact.

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April 21, 2023 31 MINS

How She Built a 6 Figure YouTube Channel and Achieved Financial Freedom in Just 2 Years

Reni, The Resource, discusses building a financial content YouTube channel, quitting her job, and investment strategies for financial independence.

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April 14, 2023 46 MINS

From Passion to Business: Adoniaa Collective's Impact on the Beauty Industry with Founder Doyin Omotara

Doyin discusses founding an inclusive beauty store, entrepreneurial challenges, work-life balance, and identifying your business purpose.

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April 7, 2023 53 MINS

The Science of Beauty: Atinuke's Journey from Biotech to Wigs

Atinuke, founder of EM Wigs, shares turning personal hair loss struggles into a thriving Canadian business helping women regain confidence.

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March 31, 2023 54 MINS

Growing a Natural Skincare Brand in Canada — With Yoyin Familusi, SewaSkin

Yoyin discusses launching her natural skincare brand from Nigeria to Canada, networking, market validation, and the rewards and challenges of entrepreneurship.

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March 24, 2023 54 MINS

From Selling Nigerian Stew in Canadian Stores to Getting Elected as a Councillor — Khadijah Haliru

Serial entrepreneur Khadijah discusses her K Business Group's skincare, food, and consulting ventures while balancing multiple businesses and political engagement.

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March 13, 2023 51 MINS

How Techchak is Helping People Get Top Tech Jobs

Gabriel, Techchak co-founder, shares growing the platform to 5,000+ users, empowering people for high-paying tech roles, and navigating work-life balance challenges.

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March 3, 2023 47 MINS

How Ajo Pro went from $1M to $4 Million in Transactions in 2 Years

The Ajo Pro founder discusses scaling transactions, immigrant funding disadvantages in Canada, and wealth-building challenges for immigrant entrepreneurs.

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February 21, 2023 46 MINS

How to Launch a Skincare Brand in Canada With Nancy Ihebom — Areli Beauty

Nancy shares her journey launching Areli Beauty while pregnant with twins, getting into retail shelves in Calgary and Winnipeg, and overcoming funding challenges.

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The Risky Mindset Show
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Documenting the entrepreneurial journey.

Entrepreneurs take on challenges that are normally seen by others as risky. We call it jumping from the plane and building the parachute on the way down.

Hosted by Tope Abayomi, The Risky Mindset Show features candid conversations with founders — especially those with immigrant backgrounds — who dared to build something from nothing.

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