The Role Of Design In Driving The Growth Of Tech In Nigeria

Nigeria’s tech scene is experiencing an unprecedented boom. Startups are revolutionizing industries, offering innovative solutions in health-care, finance, education, and energy. But what’s the secret sauce behind this meteoric rise? The answer lies in the power of design. Design Design in tech goes beyond aesthetics. It encompasses two crucial aspects: Brand Design and Product Design. Both […]

Essential Criteria For Embodying A Business Partner

The Power of Two The entrepreneurial journey is often a thrilling yet solitary one. However, the path to success doesn’t have to be a solo trek. Partnering with someone who complements your skills and shares your vision can be a game-changer. But what makes a good business partner? Beyond the Legal Definition While a business partnership […]

How To Access Startup Grants

Startup grants can be the fuel that ignites your startup journey. This article equips you with the knowledge to navigate the exciting world of startup grants, from understanding what they are to securing the perfect one for your business. But before we explore into the world of grants, let’s establish what defines a startup.A startup is a […]

eNaira: Opportunities and Pitfalls for Small Businesses

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has launched the eNaira, a digital version of the Nigerian Naira. While it might look similar to existing digital payment methods, the eNaira offers unique opportunities and challenges for small businesses in the country. Let’s explore  deeper and understand both sides of the coin. Understanding eNaira: Different from Crypto […]

Hypergrowth Hacking: Strategies to Scale Your Startup

The startup landscape is undergoing a transformation. We’re in an AI-driven economy where valuations are less inflated, investors are plentiful, and the market is saturated with noise. While headlines scream about VC-funded unicorns, reality tells a different story: only a minuscule fraction (less than 0.05%) of startups secure venture capital [Source: Fundera]. It’s time to […]

Financial Literacy: The Missing Piece for Wealth Creation

Many individuals enter adulthood without the necessary tools to navigate their finances effectively. Traditional education often neglects this critical aspect of life, assuming a false equivalence between academic knowledge and financial savvy. This glaring omission has far-reaching consequences. The Cost of Financial Illiteracy Staggering statistics highlight the issue: This ignorance exacts a heavy toll. It […]

The Sixth Sense Techpreneur: Engaging a Winning Mindset to Succeed in Business

The journey of an entrepreneur is paved with challenges and triumphs. Success hinges not just on a great idea, but also on cultivating a winning mindset. This sixth sense techpreneur explores the crucial shifts in perspective needed at each stage of entrepreneurial growth, equipping you with the “sixth sense” to navigate the business landscape. Breaking […]

Navigating the Intellectual Property Landscape

The world of innovation thrives on ideas. But how do you protect that brilliant spark and turn it into a successful product? This is where intellectual property (IP) comes in. Understanding IP vs. IPRIntellectual property refers to the creations of the mind, including inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, and symbols. In contrast, Intellectual Property […]

The Beauty of Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Entrepreneurship is the skill that involves seeing an OPPORTUNITY and then Starting, ORGANIZING, and MANAGING A Business that consists in taking FINANCIAL RISKS. What is Innovation? Innovation is the implementation of new ideas at the individual, group, or organizational level. TYPES OF INNOVATIONS Steps of the Innovation Process Innopreneur The change that entrepreneurs bring about […]

Future-Proofing Businesses: How to Lead Digital Transformation in the Age of Disruption

Tey Bannerman - Partner, McKinsey & Company