After last week’s article on selling a business, we heard from many entrepreneurs who said they felt tired, overwhelmed, or tempted to move on to something new. A few were genuinely considering an exit, but many were simply exhausted or frustrated and believed that the next idea might be easier than the one they currently […]
In Nigeria, we talk a lot about starting businesses, scaling businesses, and surviving the daily challenges that come with them. What we rarely discuss openly is the moment an entrepreneur begins to feel the quiet nudge that it may be time to step back or move on. But the truth is, many business owners eventually […]
At different points in your business journey, you will hear people say that every entrepreneur needs a mentor. For some, it sounds like a luxury reserved for big companies or people in very structured industries. For others, it feels unnecessary because they believe their own hard work and instincts will be enough. But the truth […]
Have you ever heard the phrase “winking in the dark”? It means doing something that only you can see. You might know exactly what you’re doing, but no one else does. That is what many entrepreneurs in Nigeria are doing with their businesses — not because they don’t care, but because they don’t realise it. […]
Nigeria has been buzzing since Donald Trump issued his latest ultimatum to our leaders. The news has triggered mixed reactions — concern, disbelief, and plenty of conversation about what it could mean for the country. But for those of us who run businesses, the real message isn’t in the politics. It’s in the reminder that […]
