Coffee and Beans with Adesola Balogun Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/coffee-and-beans-with-adesola-balogun "Coffee and Beans with Adesola Balogun" is a podcast created specifically for entrepreneurs and hosted by Adesola Balogun, a seasoned entrepreneur. The podcast features candid conversations that tackle essential topics relevant to entrepreneurs. The guests on the podcast are experts in their respective fields and offer insightful perspectives on various issues. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and inspiration to help you succeed as an entrepreneur. © Global Village 11ebb6c9-4616-5ca3-aee1-23ec1f2910fa yes Adesola Balogun Season 2 is coming! Trailer en Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:00:12 +0100 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:01:19 +0100 https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ https://img.transistorcdn.com/VdZt8fzbBu94-hZiib1_ab1nG464SMCI0F5Urfag5E4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM5MzU5LzE2Nzc3/NTU1NTUtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Coffee and Beans with Adesola Balogun https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ episodic Global Village "Coffee and Beans with Adesola Balogun" is a podcast created specifically for entrepreneurs and hosted by Adesola Balogun, a seasoned entrepreneur. The podcast features candid conversations that tackle essential topics relevant to entrepreneurs. The guests on the podcast are experts in their respective fields and offer insightful perspectives on various issues. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and inspiration to help you succeed as an entrepreneur. "Coffee and Beans with Adesola Balogun" is a podcast created specifically for entrepreneurs and hosted by Adesola Balogun, a seasoned entrepreneur. Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success © Global Village info@globalvillage.studio No No What's love got to do with it ? 2 2 What's love got to do with it ? full 00b5aece-f45f-42b9-9629-5e43a4e5f06f https://share.transistor.fm/s/b1da6e83 In this episode, I sit down with Dare OLutoye, CEO and Founder of True Flutter—a dating app that started in Nigeria and is doing amazing numbers.
We talk about the early days, the courage it took to start from scratch, the realities of building a tech company, and how dating and relationships quietly shape economic stability and societal well-being.

]]> In this episode, I sit down with Dare OLutoye, CEO and Founder of True Flutter—a dating app that started in Nigeria and is doing amazing numbers.
We talk about the early days, the courage it took to start from scratch, the realities of building a tech company, and how dating and relationships quietly shape economic stability and societal well-being.

]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2262 In this episode, I sit down with Dare OLutoye, CEO and Founder of True Flutter—a dating app that started in Nigeria and is doing amazing numbers.
We talk about the early days, the courage it took to start from scratch, the realities of building a tech company, and how dating and relationships quietly shape economic stability and societal well-being.

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Built to Last: What 2 decades in business teaches you 2 2 Built to Last: What 2 decades in business teaches you full 25d36bf4-11dd-476a-a208-f26e21c78959 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d559224e In this episode, I sit down with Mr Gbenga Ayo-Dada, creative director of Gbenga ArtSmith, seasoned entrepreneur who has successfully run his business for almost 2 decades. He shares the mindset, strategies, and resilience it takes to build something that lasts through changing seasons.

]]> In this episode, I sit down with Mr Gbenga Ayo-Dada, creative director of Gbenga ArtSmith, seasoned entrepreneur who has successfully run his business for almost 2 decades. He shares the mindset, strategies, and resilience it takes to build something that lasts through changing seasons.

]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 08:00:49 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3477 In this episode, I sit down with Mr Gbenga Ayo-Dada, creative director of Gbenga ArtSmith, seasoned entrepreneur who has successfully run his business for almost 2 decades. He shares the mindset, strategies, and resilience it takes to build something that lasts through changing seasons.

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Lessons on Strategy and Leadership 2 2 Lessons on Strategy and Leadership full b01c9e2d-799c-4bff-9e19-2cc5374e5394 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e3732cea In this episode, I speak with Olasukanmi "Musty" Mustapha, Founder and Chief Strategist at 21st Century Evolution Systems, about the importance of employing strategy for business growth.
We explore how business owners can use intentional strategy to scale, and discuss the different leadership styles needed as a business evolves through various seasons and stages of growth.

]]> In this episode, I speak with Olasukanmi "Musty" Mustapha, Founder and Chief Strategist at 21st Century Evolution Systems, about the importance of employing strategy for business growth.
We explore how business owners can use intentional strategy to scale, and discuss the different leadership styles needed as a business evolves through various seasons and stages of growth.

]]> Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:09:42 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3507 In this episode, I speak with Olasukanmi "Musty" Mustapha, Founder and Chief Strategist at 21st Century Evolution Systems, about the importance of employing strategy for business growth.
We explore how business owners can use intentional strategy to scale, and discuss the different leadership styles needed as a business evolves through various seasons and stages of growth.

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Be Great Everyday 2 2 Be Great Everyday full a58ef487-8090-4570-8675-8d1c6005aaa9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/685d83c8 For this episode, I speak with Adebola Adedeji,  finance executive,  philanthropist and mentor on taking advantage of opportunities, staying true to your calling and excelling wherever we find ourselves.

]]> For this episode, I speak with Adebola Adedeji,  finance executive,  philanthropist and mentor on taking advantage of opportunities, staying true to your calling and excelling wherever we find ourselves.

]]> Thu, 10 Jul 2025 07:28:05 +0100 Global Village Global Village 4848 For this episode, I speak with Adebola Adedeji,  finance executive,  philanthropist and mentor on taking advantage of opportunities, staying true to your calling and excelling wherever we find ourselves.

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Building A Sustainable Business 2 2 Building A Sustainable Business full e833fc2a-0fb9-4de3-ba1c-357323c81e1f https://share.transistor.fm/s/cf2651ff For this episode, my guest is Monalisa Abimbola Azeh, founder and CEO of Mona Matthews, a footwear brand founded over 25 years go. Mrs Azeh talks to me about how to build and sustain a business and turn it into a viable brand.

]]> For this episode, my guest is Monalisa Abimbola Azeh, founder and CEO of Mona Matthews, a footwear brand founded over 25 years go. Mrs Azeh talks to me about how to build and sustain a business and turn it into a viable brand.

]]> Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:02:13 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2142 For this episode, my guest is Monalisa Abimbola Azeh, founder and CEO of Mona Matthews, a footwear brand founded over 25 years go. Mrs Azeh talks to me about how to build and sustain a business and turn it into a viable brand.

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Gifted Hands 2 2 Gifted Hands full fc7c9831-81c6-4220-8678-41e6fe4a50f5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a56a70f6 For our first recording in the city of Abuja, I meet with Xoxa Icha, founder of Asah Bara, a brand that is more than just into art and craft but into telling the African story. Xoxa speaks to me candidly about her unwavering faith in God and how it ties into her purpose of what she does with Asah Bara. We also talk about how the company has grown and the many giant strides its taken since its inception.

]]> For our first recording in the city of Abuja, I meet with Xoxa Icha, founder of Asah Bara, a brand that is more than just into art and craft but into telling the African story. Xoxa speaks to me candidly about her unwavering faith in God and how it ties into her purpose of what she does with Asah Bara. We also talk about how the company has grown and the many giant strides its taken since its inception.

]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:57:49 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2596 For our first recording in the city of Abuja, I meet with Xoxa Icha, founder of Asah Bara, a brand that is more than just into art and craft but into telling the African story. Xoxa speaks to me candidly about her unwavering faith in God and how it ties into her purpose of what she does with Asah Bara. We also talk about how the company has grown and the many giant strides its taken since its inception.

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun So Far, So Fresh 2 2 So Far, So Fresh full dcdc1456-fd65-4885-be38-40d617ce0bc9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/48718c15 I had a conversation with Mr. Olagoke Balogun, co-founder and CEO of So Fresh Neighborhood Market, a healthy foods brand that has successfully grown and expanded since its inception 15 years ago. Mr. Balogun discussed the beginnings and evolution of the business, the appropriate times and methods to pivot, and the importance of understanding the dynamics of selling.

https://abimbolaconsults.com/book-order/
So Fresh Handles:
Instagram: sofreshng
Twitter: sofreshng

]]> I had a conversation with Mr. Olagoke Balogun, co-founder and CEO of So Fresh Neighborhood Market, a healthy foods brand that has successfully grown and expanded since its inception 15 years ago. Mr. Balogun discussed the beginnings and evolution of the business, the appropriate times and methods to pivot, and the importance of understanding the dynamics of selling.

https://abimbolaconsults.com/book-order/
So Fresh Handles:
Instagram: sofreshng
Twitter: sofreshng

]]> Wed, 14 May 2025 07:36:23 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3326 I had a conversation with Mr. Olagoke Balogun, co-founder and CEO of So Fresh Neighborhood Market, a healthy foods brand that has successfully grown and expanded since its inception 15 years ago. Mr. Balogun discussed the beginnings and evolution of the business, the appropriate times and methods to pivot, and the importance of understanding the dynamics of selling.

https://abimbolaconsults.com/book-order/
So Fresh Handles:
Instagram: sofreshng
Twitter: sofreshng

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Sustaining Momentum 2 2 Sustaining Momentum full 0670da79-a01b-42fa-83f5-7514738ab6d6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/10e3dfa4 For the final episode of the #coffeebeanspod, I sit with founder/ creative director of clothing brand, Nasir Elias,  Nasir Elias on his early beginings as a fashion entrepreneur , the many highs and lows of running his business and the future of fashion in Africa..

]]> For the final episode of the #coffeebeanspod, I sit with founder/ creative director of clothing brand, Nasir Elias,  Nasir Elias on his early beginings as a fashion entrepreneur , the many highs and lows of running his business and the future of fashion in Africa..

]]> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 05:57:15 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2909 For the final episode of the #coffeebeanspod, I sit with founder/ creative director of clothing brand, Nasir Elias,  Nasir Elias on his early beginings as a fashion entrepreneur , the many highs and lows of running his business and the future of fashion in Africa..

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Living a fruity life 2 2 Living a fruity life full ea3789b7-274a-46da-9f43-612de059dab9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4c3c9b88 For the recent episode of the pod, I speak with Samuel Jegede who is the CEO of Fruity Life,  a leading healthy foods chain and the convener of The School of Growth,  Africa. In this episode, we speak about the foundations on which Fruity Life started, how he's been able to sustain growth and maintain major market shares and why he started School of Growth,Africa.

]]> For the recent episode of the pod, I speak with Samuel Jegede who is the CEO of Fruity Life,  a leading healthy foods chain and the convener of The School of Growth,  Africa. In this episode, we speak about the foundations on which Fruity Life started, how he's been able to sustain growth and maintain major market shares and why he started School of Growth,Africa.

]]> Thu, 20 Jun 2024 01:00:00 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3241 For the recent episode of the pod, I speak with Samuel Jegede who is the CEO of Fruity Life,  a leading healthy foods chain and the convener of The School of Growth,  Africa. In this episode, we speak about the foundations on which Fruity Life started, how he's been able to sustain growth and maintain major market shares and why he started School of Growth,Africa.

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Sales Masterclass with The Duke 2 2 Sales Masterclass with The Duke full 09bbaa5d-f8a8-4d5e-b9c9-4eff5ed15ab8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b621c119 In this episode of the pod, I speak to astute Investment banker , philanthropist and theater producer,  Joseph Edgar.
The Duke of Shomolu as he is fondly called, founded the DOS productions with over 25 productions under their belt.
In thus interesting episode, we talk about the importance of telling the Nigerian story through theater, the secret behind his sold out shoes and why an entrepreneur most important job must be to sell your product..everytime.

]]> In this episode of the pod, I speak to astute Investment banker , philanthropist and theater producer,  Joseph Edgar.
The Duke of Shomolu as he is fondly called, founded the DOS productions with over 25 productions under their belt.
In thus interesting episode, we talk about the importance of telling the Nigerian story through theater, the secret behind his sold out shoes and why an entrepreneur most important job must be to sell your product..everytime.

]]> Thu, 16 May 2024 08:21:52 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2376 In this episode of the pod, I speak to astute Investment banker , philanthropist and theater producer,  Joseph Edgar.
The Duke of Shomolu as he is fondly called, founded the DOS productions with over 25 productions under their belt.
In thus interesting episode, we talk about the importance of telling the Nigerian story through theater, the secret behind his sold out shoes and why an entrepreneur most important job must be to sell your product..everytime.

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Flip The Script 2 2 Flip The Script full 63ab63ab-ec31-473a-88ab-8c7c0468a159 https://share.transistor.fm/s/accddbc4 Veteran radio host and music curator,  Sola "Schullzz" Mogaji sits with me on this episode of the pod about her foray into radio, starting a new career in her 40s and how to constantly remain relevant in your field of endeavor

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
07:45 - Did you feel like you missing out from anything before you got into the radio?
12:07 -  Was there any point where you wanted to give up on radio and go back to your previous jobs?
15:47 - How do you handle self doubts?
16:57 - Can you be regarded as being among the oldest OAPs in the industry?
18:32 - What advice would you give someone who feels they are too old for a new career?
22:30 - How are you able to relate with different age brackets?
24:30 - What is the future looking like for your brand?
27:35 - Are you open to mentoring new young talents in the entertainment space?
35:54 - Do you think there are certain expections from you?


For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Veteran radio host and music curator,  Sola "Schullzz" Mogaji sits with me on this episode of the pod about her foray into radio, starting a new career in her 40s and how to constantly remain relevant in your field of endeavor

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
07:45 - Did you feel like you missing out from anything before you got into the radio?
12:07 -  Was there any point where you wanted to give up on radio and go back to your previous jobs?
15:47 - How do you handle self doubts?
16:57 - Can you be regarded as being among the oldest OAPs in the industry?
18:32 - What advice would you give someone who feels they are too old for a new career?
22:30 - How are you able to relate with different age brackets?
24:30 - What is the future looking like for your brand?
27:35 - Are you open to mentoring new young talents in the entertainment space?
35:54 - Do you think there are certain expections from you?


For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 15 Feb 2024 21:09:21 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2513 Veteran radio host and music curator,  Sola "Schullzz" Mogaji sits with me on this episode of the pod about her foray into radio, starting a new career in her 40s and how to constantly remain relevant in your field of endeavor

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
07:45 - Did you feel like you missing out from anything before you got into the radio?
12:07 -  Was there any point where you wanted to give up on radio and go back to your previous jobs?
15:47 - How do you handle self doubts?
16:57 - Can you be regarded as being among the oldest OAPs in the industry?
18:32 - What advice would you give someone who feels they are too old for a new career?
22:30 - How are you able to relate with different age brackets?
24:30 - What is the future looking like for your brand?
27:35 - Are you open to mentoring new young talents in the entertainment space?
35:54 - Do you think there are certain expections from you?


For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun The Money Episode 2 2 The Money Episode full 8a934134-60c8-4f55-a235-ca7cc9e84c0f https://share.transistor.fm/s/4eb9b355 Tolu Dima-Okojie is the founder of money map academy, a finance literacy organization that helps entrepreneurs and business professionals struggling with their finances so they can move from broke to more than enough. In this episode, Tolu talks to me about the money that entrepreneurs make and how to make more informed money decisions. She tells us more about the money behavior quotient and the services of the money map academy.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
05:00 - Why is it hard for entrepreneurs to be financially disciplined?
09:38 - Why is teaching people how to invest their money a passion for you?
17:40 - What do you think is the greatest setback for entrepreneurs in not being financially disciplined?
24:55 - Why do entrepreneurs say personal money and business money are different?
29:20 - How does your role in the Real Estate space tie into teaching people how to invest their money?
42:30 - How can an entrepreneur cultivate the lifestyle that makes him/her smarter with his money?
47:20 - How do you handle people who don't have discipline?
54:15 - How can we be a part of the Money Map academy?
01:00:27 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Tolu Dima-Okojie is the founder of money map academy, a finance literacy organization that helps entrepreneurs and business professionals struggling with their finances so they can move from broke to more than enough. In this episode, Tolu talks to me about the money that entrepreneurs make and how to make more informed money decisions. She tells us more about the money behavior quotient and the services of the money map academy.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
05:00 - Why is it hard for entrepreneurs to be financially disciplined?
09:38 - Why is teaching people how to invest their money a passion for you?
17:40 - What do you think is the greatest setback for entrepreneurs in not being financially disciplined?
24:55 - Why do entrepreneurs say personal money and business money are different?
29:20 - How does your role in the Real Estate space tie into teaching people how to invest their money?
42:30 - How can an entrepreneur cultivate the lifestyle that makes him/her smarter with his money?
47:20 - How do you handle people who don't have discipline?
54:15 - How can we be a part of the Money Map academy?
01:00:27 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 25 Jan 2024 09:47:14 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3695 Tolu Dima-Okojie is the founder of money map academy, a finance literacy organization that helps entrepreneurs and business professionals struggling with their finances so they can move from broke to more than enough. In this episode, Tolu talks to me about the money that entrepreneurs make and how to make more informed money decisions. She tells us more about the money behavior quotient and the services of the money map academy.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
05:00 - Why is it hard for entrepreneurs to be financially disciplined?
09:38 - Why is teaching people how to invest their money a passion for you?
17:40 - What do you think is the greatest setback for entrepreneurs in not being financially disciplined?
24:55 - Why do entrepreneurs say personal money and business money are different?
29:20 - How does your role in the Real Estate space tie into teaching people how to invest their money?
42:30 - How can an entrepreneur cultivate the lifestyle that makes him/her smarter with his money?
47:20 - How do you handle people who don't have discipline?
54:15 - How can we be a part of the Money Map academy?
01:00:27 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Evolve Or Die 2 2 Evolve Or Die full e08def16-d9b2-4c97-b32c-d4a49802b8c0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7c2c8e9 Ahmad Akinsemoyin is the co-founder of urban lifestyle brand, Zorkle.
In this episode, he walks us through the early beginnings as a pioneer of trade exhibitions in his university and evolving into starting an urban clothing brand with footprints all over Nigeria.
He speaks to us on the secret behind the staying power of the brand, why the mantra of the entrepreneur must be "Never Say Die" and why the evolution of your brand must never stop.

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Ahmad Akinsemoyin is the co-founder of urban lifestyle brand, Zorkle.
In this episode, he walks us through the early beginnings as a pioneer of trade exhibitions in his university and evolving into starting an urban clothing brand with footprints all over Nigeria.
He speaks to us on the secret behind the staying power of the brand, why the mantra of the entrepreneur must be "Never Say Die" and why the evolution of your brand must never stop.

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 11 Jan 2024 09:44:29 +0100 Global Village Global Village 5312 Ahmad Akinsemoyin is the co-founder of urban lifestyle brand, Zorkle.
In this episode, he walks us through the early beginnings as a pioneer of trade exhibitions in his university and evolving into starting an urban clothing brand with footprints all over Nigeria.
He speaks to us on the secret behind the staying power of the brand, why the mantra of the entrepreneur must be "Never Say Die" and why the evolution of your brand must never stop.

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Start Local, Build International 2 2 Start Local, Build International full 94b4e9bc-a2e0-4933-832e-4e414c1eee3b https://share.transistor.fm/s/ecdcf8fa Doubra Emein is the Creative director of Brad E events, an events management and design company based in Warri, Delta state.
She is also the convener of The Business Women Connect, an annual networking event and business conference for women in the south-south region of Nigera.
On this episode of the pod, Doubra speaks to us about her early beginnings as in the events space, carving a niche for herself as a leading voice in an unlikely location and why networking should be your greatest strength as an entrepreneur 


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
03:35 - Did you know you would be an event planner?
05:50 - Were you worried that moving to Warri wasn't a wise business choice?
13:15 - Where did you get the idea to establish your business in Warri?
15:20 - Have have you been able position your brand as an event managemnet brand?
18:25 - How easy was it to create a team that fits your vision?
22:02 - Let's talk about the South - South Women Business Connect
28:20 - How do you plan to take the South South business connect beyond just women talking?
31:30 - Is there a training platform in the works?
34:29 - What is the next 5 years looking like for the brand?
35:40 - What words of advice do you have for people looking to explore new environment?
42:15 - Sign out


For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

]]> Doubra Emein is the Creative director of Brad E events, an events management and design company based in Warri, Delta state.
She is also the convener of The Business Women Connect, an annual networking event and business conference for women in the south-south region of Nigera.
On this episode of the pod, Doubra speaks to us about her early beginnings as in the events space, carving a niche for herself as a leading voice in an unlikely location and why networking should be your greatest strength as an entrepreneur 


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
03:35 - Did you know you would be an event planner?
05:50 - Were you worried that moving to Warri wasn't a wise business choice?
13:15 - Where did you get the idea to establish your business in Warri?
15:20 - Have have you been able position your brand as an event managemnet brand?
18:25 - How easy was it to create a team that fits your vision?
22:02 - Let's talk about the South - South Women Business Connect
28:20 - How do you plan to take the South South business connect beyond just women talking?
31:30 - Is there a training platform in the works?
34:29 - What is the next 5 years looking like for the brand?
35:40 - What words of advice do you have for people looking to explore new environment?
42:15 - Sign out


For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

]]> Thu, 28 Dec 2023 09:52:38 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2755 Doubra Emein is the Creative director of Brad E events, an events management and design company based in Warri, Delta state.
She is also the convener of The Business Women Connect, an annual networking event and business conference for women in the south-south region of Nigera.
On this episode of the pod, Doubra speaks to us about her early beginnings as in the events space, carving a niche for herself as a leading voice in an unlikely location and why networking should be your greatest strength as an entrepreneur 


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
03:35 - Did you know you would be an event planner?
05:50 - Were you worried that moving to Warri wasn't a wise business choice?
13:15 - Where did you get the idea to establish your business in Warri?
15:20 - Have have you been able position your brand as an event managemnet brand?
18:25 - How easy was it to create a team that fits your vision?
22:02 - Let's talk about the South - South Women Business Connect
28:20 - How do you plan to take the South South business connect beyond just women talking?
31:30 - Is there a training platform in the works?
34:29 - What is the next 5 years looking like for the brand?
35:40 - What words of advice do you have for people looking to explore new environment?
42:15 - Sign out


For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Trust The Process 2 2 Trust The Process full 2f960a78-b661-4dd7-a15c-e33f196f3805 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cf7d6f0d Bolanle Okusanya - Feyita, funeral director of premium funeral services company,  LTJ Funerals International sits with us in this episode of the pod.

In this episode,  she speaks to us candidly about her foray into entrepreneurship ,  pivoting from a career in beauty to running a funeral company as a 3rd generation funeral director after suffering the loss of her dad and brother, the evolution of funeral services in Nigeria and the good work being done at the Olatunji Okusanya Foundation, the philanthropy arm of LTJ Funerals International. 

Enjoy

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:49 - What was the beginning of your entrepreneurial journey?
07:00 - How long did you work in Beauty before getting where you are right now?
08:40 - How did your role as the managing director of LTJ come about?
12:14 - What is the secret behind catering to the amount of business LTJ has in the last 8 years?
16:50 - Let's talk about successions in businesses.
26:35 - Let's talk about your role as a funeral director.
34:00 - How do you cope constantly dealing with people that deal with loss
35:25 - Can you shade more light on your foundation?
42:49 - Do you have sponsors
for the foundation?
45:30 - What is that one thing that keeps you going?
51:20 - Do you have plans to train funeral directors in the future?
58:00 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Bolanle Okusanya - Feyita, funeral director of premium funeral services company,  LTJ Funerals International sits with us in this episode of the pod.

In this episode,  she speaks to us candidly about her foray into entrepreneurship ,  pivoting from a career in beauty to running a funeral company as a 3rd generation funeral director after suffering the loss of her dad and brother, the evolution of funeral services in Nigeria and the good work being done at the Olatunji Okusanya Foundation, the philanthropy arm of LTJ Funerals International. 

Enjoy

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:49 - What was the beginning of your entrepreneurial journey?
07:00 - How long did you work in Beauty before getting where you are right now?
08:40 - How did your role as the managing director of LTJ come about?
12:14 - What is the secret behind catering to the amount of business LTJ has in the last 8 years?
16:50 - Let's talk about successions in businesses.
26:35 - Let's talk about your role as a funeral director.
34:00 - How do you cope constantly dealing with people that deal with loss
35:25 - Can you shade more light on your foundation?
42:49 - Do you have sponsors
for the foundation?
45:30 - What is that one thing that keeps you going?
51:20 - Do you have plans to train funeral directors in the future?
58:00 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 14 Dec 2023 04:07:44 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3787 Bolanle Okusanya - Feyita, funeral director of premium funeral services company,  LTJ Funerals International sits with us in this episode of the pod.

In this episode,  she speaks to us candidly about her foray into entrepreneurship ,  pivoting from a career in beauty to running a funeral company as a 3rd generation funeral director after suffering the loss of her dad and brother, the evolution of funeral services in Nigeria and the good work being done at the Olatunji Okusanya Foundation, the philanthropy arm of LTJ Funerals International. 

Enjoy

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:49 - What was the beginning of your entrepreneurial journey?
07:00 - How long did you work in Beauty before getting where you are right now?
08:40 - How did your role as the managing director of LTJ come about?
12:14 - What is the secret behind catering to the amount of business LTJ has in the last 8 years?
16:50 - Let's talk about successions in businesses.
26:35 - Let's talk about your role as a funeral director.
34:00 - How do you cope constantly dealing with people that deal with loss
35:25 - Can you shade more light on your foundation?
42:49 - Do you have sponsors
for the foundation?
45:30 - What is that one thing that keeps you going?
51:20 - Do you have plans to train funeral directors in the future?
58:00 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun A "Not So" Long Walk To Freedom 2 2 A "Not So" Long Walk To Freedom full 6a34b676-bf39-4117-b124-630d853a3208 https://share.transistor.fm/s/23eeb68d Dare Aliu, founder/CEO of the TDA group, sits with us for this episode of the pod. An engineer by profession,he runs the TDA group, which services cut across the fashion,  manufacturing, trading and engineering sectors in various countries across Afirca.
In this episode,  he talks to me about his "accidental" foray into the fashion space coming from a background in engineering, carving a niche in the various industries he plays in and how the freedom to constantly keep expressing oneself is important for entrepreneurs.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:54 - How did it all start?
12:15 - How were you able to convince yourself how to separate yourself from other tailors?
18:50 -  Do you think your price point affects how customers see you?
22:00 - At what point did you think you had to resign?
27:00 - What made you think of another country in Africa instead of a state in Nigeria to expand?
27:19 - What is the secret of the rapid growth of your business?
29:00 - How did you pivot into multiple brands?
36:00 - What works for you when you set out for something?
38:58 -  Have you had businesses that failed?
41:35 - How are you able to make a success out of each business you set out for?
44:40 - How do you keep your staff motivated?
54:10 - Let's talk about fear.
01:01:10 - Give us some parting words.
01:04:15 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Dare Aliu, founder/CEO of the TDA group, sits with us for this episode of the pod. An engineer by profession,he runs the TDA group, which services cut across the fashion,  manufacturing, trading and engineering sectors in various countries across Afirca.
In this episode,  he talks to me about his "accidental" foray into the fashion space coming from a background in engineering, carving a niche in the various industries he plays in and how the freedom to constantly keep expressing oneself is important for entrepreneurs.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:54 - How did it all start?
12:15 - How were you able to convince yourself how to separate yourself from other tailors?
18:50 -  Do you think your price point affects how customers see you?
22:00 - At what point did you think you had to resign?
27:00 - What made you think of another country in Africa instead of a state in Nigeria to expand?
27:19 - What is the secret of the rapid growth of your business?
29:00 - How did you pivot into multiple brands?
36:00 - What works for you when you set out for something?
38:58 -  Have you had businesses that failed?
41:35 - How are you able to make a success out of each business you set out for?
44:40 - How do you keep your staff motivated?
54:10 - Let's talk about fear.
01:01:10 - Give us some parting words.
01:04:15 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 01:02:00 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3988 Dare Aliu, founder/CEO of the TDA group, sits with us for this episode of the pod. An engineer by profession,he runs the TDA group, which services cut across the fashion,  manufacturing, trading and engineering sectors in various countries across Afirca.
In this episode,  he talks to me about his "accidental" foray into the fashion space coming from a background in engineering, carving a niche in the various industries he plays in and how the freedom to constantly keep expressing oneself is important for entrepreneurs.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:54 - How did it all start?
12:15 - How were you able to convince yourself how to separate yourself from other tailors?
18:50 -  Do you think your price point affects how customers see you?
22:00 - At what point did you think you had to resign?
27:00 - What made you think of another country in Africa instead of a state in Nigeria to expand?
27:19 - What is the secret of the rapid growth of your business?
29:00 - How did you pivot into multiple brands?
36:00 - What works for you when you set out for something?
38:58 -  Have you had businesses that failed?
41:35 - How are you able to make a success out of each business you set out for?
44:40 - How do you keep your staff motivated?
54:10 - Let's talk about fear.
01:01:10 - Give us some parting words.
01:04:15 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod.

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Dare Aliu Focus 2 2 Focus full b522284c-7a6d-4df1-bd46-7c3f7bafa19a https://share.transistor.fm/s/36d57bd1 Izien Aigbodion is the creative director of menswear clothing brand, Looks Like A Good Man sits on our chair for the 1st episode of the 2nd season.

On this season, Izien speaks on early beginnings as an entrepreneur,  moving from paid employment to starting a business - challenges on his growth trajectory and the importance of staying focused on your "why" as an entrepreneur.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - Did you know you were going to go into fashion?
09:40 - At what point did you consider going full-time into fashion?
16:45 - How did you come about the name?
24:00 - How does one carve a niche as a fashion brand or a business person in general?
36:52 - What is your driving force behind the passion to groom people?
41:15 - What is your plan for mentoring people?
52:55 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com


]]> Izien Aigbodion is the creative director of menswear clothing brand, Looks Like A Good Man sits on our chair for the 1st episode of the 2nd season.

On this season, Izien speaks on early beginnings as an entrepreneur,  moving from paid employment to starting a business - challenges on his growth trajectory and the importance of staying focused on your "why" as an entrepreneur.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - Did you know you were going to go into fashion?
09:40 - At what point did you consider going full-time into fashion?
16:45 - How did you come about the name?
24:00 - How does one carve a niche as a fashion brand or a business person in general?
36:52 - What is your driving force behind the passion to groom people?
41:15 - What is your plan for mentoring people?
52:55 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com


]]> Thu, 16 Nov 2023 01:01:00 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3467 Izien Aigbodion is the creative director of menswear clothing brand, Looks Like A Good Man sits on our chair for the 1st episode of the 2nd season.

On this season, Izien speaks on early beginnings as an entrepreneur,  moving from paid employment to starting a business - challenges on his growth trajectory and the importance of staying focused on your "why" as an entrepreneur.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - Did you know you were going to go into fashion?
09:40 - At what point did you consider going full-time into fashion?
16:45 - How did you come about the name?
24:00 - How does one carve a niche as a fashion brand or a business person in general?
36:52 - What is your driving force behind the passion to groom people?
41:15 - What is your plan for mentoring people?
52:55 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com


]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Season 2 is coming! 2 2 Season 2 is coming! trailer 05365690-c22b-4d77-8a68-888e59c91b28 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6ab69441 Welcome to the second season of your favourite podcast. We are thrilled to be back and have some exciting conversations lined up with industry experts and experienced entrepreneurs from various sectors.

If you're passionate about entrepreneurship or seeking insights and stories to inspire and help your business thrive, you're in the perfect place!

Grab your coffee, sit back, and join us as we delve into insightful discussions, share valuable knowledge, and bring stories to inspire and motivate you on your entrepreneurial journey.

Stay tuned!

- Adesola

]]> Welcome to the second season of your favourite podcast. We are thrilled to be back and have some exciting conversations lined up with industry experts and experienced entrepreneurs from various sectors.

If you're passionate about entrepreneurship or seeking insights and stories to inspire and help your business thrive, you're in the perfect place!

Grab your coffee, sit back, and join us as we delve into insightful discussions, share valuable knowledge, and bring stories to inspire and motivate you on your entrepreneurial journey.

Stay tuned!

- Adesola

]]> Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:47:14 +0100 Global Village Global Village 75 Welcome to the second season of your favourite podcast. We are thrilled to be back and have some exciting conversations lined up with industry experts and experienced entrepreneurs from various sectors.

If you're passionate about entrepreneurship or seeking insights and stories to inspire and help your business thrive, you're in the perfect place!

Grab your coffee, sit back, and join us as we delve into insightful discussions, share valuable knowledge, and bring stories to inspire and motivate you on your entrepreneurial journey.

Stay tuned!

- Adesola

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun You Can't Rush Greatness! 1 1 You Can't Rush Greatness! full ee69eda1-3e9f-4376-ae7a-401113f5e587 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4f3c849 Adeshola Balogun seats with Chiamaka Eliogu, founder/CEO of contemporary, made-in-Nigeria footwear brand @derekmano_luxury 

In this episode, Chiamaka walks us through the early beginnings of how her company started, from making shoes for herself as an undergraduate in the University of Calabar to offering a wide range of quality footwear to people from all walks of life.

]]> Adeshola Balogun seats with Chiamaka Eliogu, founder/CEO of contemporary, made-in-Nigeria footwear brand @derekmano_luxury 

In this episode, Chiamaka walks us through the early beginnings of how her company started, from making shoes for herself as an undergraduate in the University of Calabar to offering a wide range of quality footwear to people from all walks of life.

]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2023 01:01:00 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2657 Adeshola Balogun seats with Chiamaka Eliogu, founder/CEO of contemporary, made-in-Nigeria footwear brand @derekmano_luxury 

In this episode, Chiamaka walks us through the early beginnings of how her company started, from making shoes for herself as an undergraduate in the University of Calabar to offering a wide range of quality footwear to people from all walks of life.

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun About The Father's Business 1 1 About The Father's Business full c72bfb33-db8f-4113-988a-d8ec443b237b https://share.transistor.fm/s/1bf8a9b8 Adeshola Balogun sits with @TolulopeAyeni , founder and lead Pastor of @ThisGreenChurch.

Tolu Ayeni has a background in Software Engineering and Business Leadership, before going into full-time Pastoring as the Lead Pastor of This Green Church.

He believes that the church is the hope of the world and there is nothing like the church when the church is working right. He believes individual Christians and the body of Christ can exercise God-given authority and power to succeed, lead and have societal relevance.

In this episode, he speaks on the dynamics of leading a vibrant church made up of young people and the role of the church in nation building.

Enjoy

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Adeshola Balogun sits with @TolulopeAyeni , founder and lead Pastor of @ThisGreenChurch.

Tolu Ayeni has a background in Software Engineering and Business Leadership, before going into full-time Pastoring as the Lead Pastor of This Green Church.

He believes that the church is the hope of the world and there is nothing like the church when the church is working right. He believes individual Christians and the body of Christ can exercise God-given authority and power to succeed, lead and have societal relevance.

In this episode, he speaks on the dynamics of leading a vibrant church made up of young people and the role of the church in nation building.

Enjoy

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 05:42:31 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2850 Adeshola Balogun sits with @TolulopeAyeni , founder and lead Pastor of @ThisGreenChurch.

Tolu Ayeni has a background in Software Engineering and Business Leadership, before going into full-time Pastoring as the Lead Pastor of This Green Church.

He believes that the church is the hope of the world and there is nothing like the church when the church is working right. He believes individual Christians and the body of Christ can exercise God-given authority and power to succeed, lead and have societal relevance.

In this episode, he speaks on the dynamics of leading a vibrant church made up of young people and the role of the church in nation building.

Enjoy

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Souper-Excited 1 1 Souper-Excited full 3495d17b-d945-462d-8a31-90eb59c4de3f https://share.transistor.fm/s/b80adf67 On this episode , Adeshola Balogun sits with Lolade Adeyemi @lola_social , founder/CEO of afro-fusion sauce and beverage company @itssouper. 

Lolade speaks about how "It's Souper" an Afro-Fusion Soup & Sauce brand, was started because she felt there was a need to fill the void in the Canadian Retail space for African inspired/ethnic recipes made “By Us for All". She was inspired by the fusion of cultures that exists in Canada, a yearning for authentic flavours from Africa, and a desire to share them with her community.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
05:00 - Tell us about your journey from finishing school till date.
13:40 - Did you target Africans with your brand?
16:58 - Do you enjoy first movers advantage?
21:40 - How many product ranges do you have?
24:05 - Would you say you have learned everything you need to about the canadian culture?
30:53 - Do you get a light bulb moment when people find different uses for your products?
34:45 - Let's talk about 'It's Souper'
42:28 - What is the plan for "It's Souper' in the next five years?
45:57 - What would you say to that person who is starting something in a new country and needs encouragement?
51:24 - Sign out

]]> On this episode , Adeshola Balogun sits with Lolade Adeyemi @lola_social , founder/CEO of afro-fusion sauce and beverage company @itssouper. 

Lolade speaks about how "It's Souper" an Afro-Fusion Soup & Sauce brand, was started because she felt there was a need to fill the void in the Canadian Retail space for African inspired/ethnic recipes made “By Us for All". She was inspired by the fusion of cultures that exists in Canada, a yearning for authentic flavours from Africa, and a desire to share them with her community.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
05:00 - Tell us about your journey from finishing school till date.
13:40 - Did you target Africans with your brand?
16:58 - Do you enjoy first movers advantage?
21:40 - How many product ranges do you have?
24:05 - Would you say you have learned everything you need to about the canadian culture?
30:53 - Do you get a light bulb moment when people find different uses for your products?
34:45 - Let's talk about 'It's Souper'
42:28 - What is the plan for "It's Souper' in the next five years?
45:57 - What would you say to that person who is starting something in a new country and needs encouragement?
51:24 - Sign out

]]> Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:25:52 +0100 The Coffee And Beans Podcast The Coffee And Beans Podcast 3249 The Coffee and Beans podcast hosts the most amazing entrepreneurs from the African continent sharing their most inspiring stories of grit, resilience and doggedness.  The Coffee and Beans podcast hosts the most amazing entrepreneurs from the African continent sharing their most inspiring stories of grit, resilience and doggedness.  Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Dear Entrepreneur, relax, you've got this! 1 1 Dear Entrepreneur, relax, you've got this! full c1ec8c31-8015-4ee0-bbe9-f8e79f9738ae https://share.transistor.fm/s/3cc89870 Adeshola Balogun and his guest Mmpamugo Jubilee talk about her entrepreneurship journey over the last decade and shares with us how taking time off to unplug as a business owner is non negotiable

Mmpamugo Jubilee is the founder/CEO of premium women's fabric brand @fabriccentralng and an entrepreneur with cognate experience spanning over 10 years. She is quite a serial entrepreneur and has been involved in various startups.
She is currently the CEO of Fabric Central, a business that caters to the fabric needs of the modern woman. She is passionate about the plight of widows and orphans and has contributed her quota through the Life Support Foundation,an NGO based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Enjoy

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:41 - Tell us about how you made your major money at 18.
02:43 - What did that experience give you?
03:30 - How did that idea come about?
05:05 - Tell us about your journey starting 'The Perfume Place."
07:18 - How did you know when to stop 'The Perfume Place' to start selling fabric 
10:00 - Let's dig deep into Fabric Central, how has the journey been like?
14:00 - Let's talk about how important rest is for an entrepreneur in Nigeria
23:55 - You are passionate about women, how do you think women are fairing in entrepreneurship, do you think they get enough support?
28:38 - What would you say to that person on the entrepreneur journey who needs to evolve?
34:13 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Adeshola Balogun and his guest Mmpamugo Jubilee talk about her entrepreneurship journey over the last decade and shares with us how taking time off to unplug as a business owner is non negotiable

Mmpamugo Jubilee is the founder/CEO of premium women's fabric brand @fabriccentralng and an entrepreneur with cognate experience spanning over 10 years. She is quite a serial entrepreneur and has been involved in various startups.
She is currently the CEO of Fabric Central, a business that caters to the fabric needs of the modern woman. She is passionate about the plight of widows and orphans and has contributed her quota through the Life Support Foundation,an NGO based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Enjoy

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:41 - Tell us about how you made your major money at 18.
02:43 - What did that experience give you?
03:30 - How did that idea come about?
05:05 - Tell us about your journey starting 'The Perfume Place."
07:18 - How did you know when to stop 'The Perfume Place' to start selling fabric 
10:00 - Let's dig deep into Fabric Central, how has the journey been like?
14:00 - Let's talk about how important rest is for an entrepreneur in Nigeria
23:55 - You are passionate about women, how do you think women are fairing in entrepreneurship, do you think they get enough support?
28:38 - What would you say to that person on the entrepreneur journey who needs to evolve?
34:13 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 04:50:20 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2110 Adeshola Balogun and his guest Mmpamugo Jubilee talk about her entrepreneurship journey over the last decade and shares with us how taking time off to unplug as a business owner is non negotiable

Mmpamugo Jubilee is the founder/CEO of premium women's fabric brand @fabriccentralng and an entrepreneur with cognate experience spanning over 10 years. She is quite a serial entrepreneur and has been involved in various startups.
She is currently the CEO of Fabric Central, a business that caters to the fabric needs of the modern woman. She is passionate about the plight of widows and orphans and has contributed her quota through the Life Support Foundation,an NGO based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Enjoy

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:41 - Tell us about how you made your major money at 18.
02:43 - What did that experience give you?
03:30 - How did that idea come about?
05:05 - Tell us about your journey starting 'The Perfume Place."
07:18 - How did you know when to stop 'The Perfume Place' to start selling fabric 
10:00 - Let's dig deep into Fabric Central, how has the journey been like?
14:00 - Let's talk about how important rest is for an entrepreneur in Nigeria
23:55 - You are passionate about women, how do you think women are fairing in entrepreneurship, do you think they get enough support?
28:38 - What would you say to that person on the entrepreneur journey who needs to evolve?
34:13 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Can't Stop, Won't Stop! 1 1 Can't Stop, Won't Stop! full e1e8ad4c-02e3-4ac2-ae92-348b961e2db1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2f5de1af Adeshola Balogun seats with Otejiri Ejumabone @otejiri , founder and CEO of luxury leather goods company, @hankerandreech.
-
In this episode, he takes through the last 12 years as an entrepreneur evolving from a career in photography with @eribonphotography to starting and growing a business in the leather goods industry. He speaks to us about the power of consistency and why staying focused amidst challenges is an important tool for business owners.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:50 - Have you always had the 'i can get it done' spirit?
07:02 - Have you always known that you are a creative person?
11:45 - How did you start wit photography?
14:00 - How actively were you involved with photography?
16:40 - How long was photography for?
20:20 -Where did leather come in, and why?
23:37 - Where do you draw the line between satisfaction and doing a job?
29:25 - How has the experience with leather making been?
39:20 - What has been the reaction of your goods to international products?
46:36 - What have you noticed in the reaction of young people and the impact you install in them?
55:00 - Do you see yourself going into some sort of advocacy for young people
58:20 - What's next?
01:01:12 - What are your parting words for that entrepreneur who is good at many things?
01:04:50 - What would you like to be remembered for?
01:06:07 - Sign out


For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Adeshola Balogun seats with Otejiri Ejumabone @otejiri , founder and CEO of luxury leather goods company, @hankerandreech.
-
In this episode, he takes through the last 12 years as an entrepreneur evolving from a career in photography with @eribonphotography to starting and growing a business in the leather goods industry. He speaks to us about the power of consistency and why staying focused amidst challenges is an important tool for business owners.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:50 - Have you always had the 'i can get it done' spirit?
07:02 - Have you always known that you are a creative person?
11:45 - How did you start wit photography?
14:00 - How actively were you involved with photography?
16:40 - How long was photography for?
20:20 -Where did leather come in, and why?
23:37 - Where do you draw the line between satisfaction and doing a job?
29:25 - How has the experience with leather making been?
39:20 - What has been the reaction of your goods to international products?
46:36 - What have you noticed in the reaction of young people and the impact you install in them?
55:00 - Do you see yourself going into some sort of advocacy for young people
58:20 - What's next?
01:01:12 - What are your parting words for that entrepreneur who is good at many things?
01:04:50 - What would you like to be remembered for?
01:06:07 - Sign out


For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 07:42:53 +0100 Global Village Global Village 4059 Adeshola Balogun seats with Otejiri Ejumabone @otejiri , founder and CEO of luxury leather goods company, @hankerandreech.
-
In this episode, he takes through the last 12 years as an entrepreneur evolving from a career in photography with @eribonphotography to starting and growing a business in the leather goods industry. He speaks to us about the power of consistency and why staying focused amidst challenges is an important tool for business owners.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:50 - Have you always had the 'i can get it done' spirit?
07:02 - Have you always known that you are a creative person?
11:45 - How did you start wit photography?
14:00 - How actively were you involved with photography?
16:40 - How long was photography for?
20:20 -Where did leather come in, and why?
23:37 - Where do you draw the line between satisfaction and doing a job?
29:25 - How has the experience with leather making been?
39:20 - What has been the reaction of your goods to international products?
46:36 - What have you noticed in the reaction of young people and the impact you install in them?
55:00 - Do you see yourself going into some sort of advocacy for young people
58:20 - What's next?
01:01:12 - What are your parting words for that entrepreneur who is good at many things?
01:04:50 - What would you like to be remembered for?
01:06:07 - Sign out


For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun A Premium Blend ft. Tunji Adenuga 1 1 A Premium Blend ft. Tunji Adenuga full cf574a8f-c217-461d-9bd1-e2ed849aa711 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f4660be9
On this episode, Tunji Adenuga, Founder and CEO of Specialty Coffee brand @vestarcoffeeng sits on our chair and takes us through the last 5 years of moving from a thriving career in the oil and gas industry to setting up a successful business franchise in Lagos, Nigeria.
He shares with us the challenges and prospects of running a business with a select niche.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Was starting a coffee brand part of your plans growing up?
06:33 - Did you seek for a blueprint when you were starting?
14:50 - How were you so sure?
18:24 - Where do you source your coffee from?
22:00 - What are the factors you consider when picking your stores?
29:25 - Regardless of how the economy is, how do you stay bold about your goals in reaching the uptapped market?
34:15 - Is this mindset of yours regarding your business peculiar to you or anyone can apply it?
37:30 - What do you say to that person who is starting a new product and isnt sure about the reception?
41:54 - What has been your greatest challenge in the last 5 years?
47:28 - What advice can you give an entrepreneur out there trying to start up?49:35 - How do you feel seeing oher coffee brands coming up?
54:00 - Sign out

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On this episode, Tunji Adenuga, Founder and CEO of Specialty Coffee brand @vestarcoffeeng sits on our chair and takes us through the last 5 years of moving from a thriving career in the oil and gas industry to setting up a successful business franchise in Lagos, Nigeria.
He shares with us the challenges and prospects of running a business with a select niche.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Was starting a coffee brand part of your plans growing up?
06:33 - Did you seek for a blueprint when you were starting?
14:50 - How were you so sure?
18:24 - Where do you source your coffee from?
22:00 - What are the factors you consider when picking your stores?
29:25 - Regardless of how the economy is, how do you stay bold about your goals in reaching the uptapped market?
34:15 - Is this mindset of yours regarding your business peculiar to you or anyone can apply it?
37:30 - What do you say to that person who is starting a new product and isnt sure about the reception?
41:54 - What has been your greatest challenge in the last 5 years?
47:28 - What advice can you give an entrepreneur out there trying to start up?49:35 - How do you feel seeing oher coffee brands coming up?
54:00 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 06 Jul 2023 05:11:22 +0100 The Coffee And Beans Podcast The Coffee And Beans Podcast 3294 On this episode, we speak with founder and CEO of Specialty Coffee brand, Vestar Coffee as he takes us through his journey from his career in the oil and gas industry to setting up and building a successful business franchise in Lagos, Nigeria. On this episode, we speak with founder and CEO of Specialty Coffee brand, Vestar Coffee as he takes us through his journey from his career in the oil and gas industry to setting up and building a successful business franchise in Lagos, Nigeria. Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Becoming A Person Of Value 1 1 Becoming A Person Of Value full 3874f47f-b850-4532-9065-0de4dc30c849 https://share.transistor.fm/s/804b4567 Adeshola Balogun seats with Bassey Ubaha and they discuss things like on how positioning as a person of value changes your perspective on life and helps in defining your purpose, the initiatives of Project CLAC and how their social empowerment program ties into his life's mission

Bassey Ubaha is the Creative head of @dekkseven, a premium ready-to-wear clothing brand. He is also the founder of @projectclac. CLAC : Clothe a Child and is very passionate about inspiring and motivating others, which he does through his podcast TRUE YARN.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
03:08 - Why project CLAC?
05:19 - How have you been consistent over the years?
07:00 - What exactly is CLAC?
08:38 - Could you tell us about your journey as an entrepreneur?
13:17 - How did the name Dekk Seven come about?
14:15 - How have you stayed inspired from 2009 to now?
16:40 - How has the journey of faith been important for you as a person?
20:10 - How do you cope with the down times?
22:27 - How did you get the inspiration to do a refuel collection?
27:25 - How did thinking about 'from fear to faith' lead to a collection that connects with people?
30:20 - What do you tell someone who needs some inspiration to keep pushing?
35:57 - How can you give both projects the same level of attention and get results?
38:08 - Can you tell us how people can reach out to you for support and sponsorship?
40:12 - Sign out

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Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Adeshola Balogun seats with Bassey Ubaha and they discuss things like on how positioning as a person of value changes your perspective on life and helps in defining your purpose, the initiatives of Project CLAC and how their social empowerment program ties into his life's mission

Bassey Ubaha is the Creative head of @dekkseven, a premium ready-to-wear clothing brand. He is also the founder of @projectclac. CLAC : Clothe a Child and is very passionate about inspiring and motivating others, which he does through his podcast TRUE YARN.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
03:08 - Why project CLAC?
05:19 - How have you been consistent over the years?
07:00 - What exactly is CLAC?
08:38 - Could you tell us about your journey as an entrepreneur?
13:17 - How did the name Dekk Seven come about?
14:15 - How have you stayed inspired from 2009 to now?
16:40 - How has the journey of faith been important for you as a person?
20:10 - How do you cope with the down times?
22:27 - How did you get the inspiration to do a refuel collection?
27:25 - How did thinking about 'from fear to faith' lead to a collection that connects with people?
30:20 - What do you tell someone who needs some inspiration to keep pushing?
35:57 - How can you give both projects the same level of attention and get results?
38:08 - Can you tell us how people can reach out to you for support and sponsorship?
40:12 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 06:02:25 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2457 Adeshola Balogun seats with Bassey Ubaha and they discuss things like on how positioning as a person of value changes your perspective on life and helps in defining your purpose, the initiatives of Project CLAC and how their social empowerment program ties into his life's mission

Bassey Ubaha is the Creative head of @dekkseven, a premium ready-to-wear clothing brand. He is also the founder of @projectclac. CLAC : Clothe a Child and is very passionate about inspiring and motivating others, which he does through his podcast TRUE YARN.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
03:08 - Why project CLAC?
05:19 - How have you been consistent over the years?
07:00 - What exactly is CLAC?
08:38 - Could you tell us about your journey as an entrepreneur?
13:17 - How did the name Dekk Seven come about?
14:15 - How have you stayed inspired from 2009 to now?
16:40 - How has the journey of faith been important for you as a person?
20:10 - How do you cope with the down times?
22:27 - How did you get the inspiration to do a refuel collection?
27:25 - How did thinking about 'from fear to faith' lead to a collection that connects with people?
30:20 - What do you tell someone who needs some inspiration to keep pushing?
35:57 - How can you give both projects the same level of attention and get results?
38:08 - Can you tell us how people can reach out to you for support and sponsorship?
40:12 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Designed For Greatness 1 1 Designed For Greatness full 24213d00-3390-4362-bba7-f768115d6cd2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/26cdf92c Adesola and his guest Opeolu Afolabi who is the founder of Lagos-based menswear brand Green Cutton and Mens Kaftan  talk about how his journey as a chartered accountant led him into the fashion business, how he was able to navigate both worlds and making the tough decision to quit accounting and focus fully on fashion. He also shares with us nuggets on how to maintain a side hustle while having a day job.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
04:50 - What is an accountant doing in the fashion space?
09:50 - How did you find the balance?
11:18 -Did you feel at any point that the business was enough to stand alone?
13:37 - What were you doing after graduating?
18:20 - What did you start with?
22:13 - What was your reaction from your loved ones to your resignation?
23:39 - How important is it for to get advise from family for someone who wants to resign from their 9 to 5?
26:50 - Would you have spent more time in your 9 to 5  if you didnt have a health challenge?
28:14 - How important is it for someone intrested to go into owning their business to work in a structured firm?
30:16 - Can you talk on funding?
32:3 - What has been your greatest challenge?
33:45 - Tell us about the project you are working on
37:10 - What is the vision for Green Cutton?
37:35 - What would you give someone who is starting up but is scared?
39:00 - Sign out

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]]> Adesola and his guest Opeolu Afolabi who is the founder of Lagos-based menswear brand Green Cutton and Mens Kaftan  talk about how his journey as a chartered accountant led him into the fashion business, how he was able to navigate both worlds and making the tough decision to quit accounting and focus fully on fashion. He also shares with us nuggets on how to maintain a side hustle while having a day job.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
04:50 - What is an accountant doing in the fashion space?
09:50 - How did you find the balance?
11:18 -Did you feel at any point that the business was enough to stand alone?
13:37 - What were you doing after graduating?
18:20 - What did you start with?
22:13 - What was your reaction from your loved ones to your resignation?
23:39 - How important is it for to get advise from family for someone who wants to resign from their 9 to 5?
26:50 - Would you have spent more time in your 9 to 5  if you didnt have a health challenge?
28:14 - How important is it for someone intrested to go into owning their business to work in a structured firm?
30:16 - Can you talk on funding?
32:3 - What has been your greatest challenge?
33:45 - Tell us about the project you are working on
37:10 - What is the vision for Green Cutton?
37:35 - What would you give someone who is starting up but is scared?
39:00 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 05:24:00 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2432 Adesola and his guest Opeolu Afolabi who is the founder of Lagos-based menswear brand Green Cutton and Mens Kaftan  talk about how his journey as a chartered accountant led him into the fashion business, how he was able to navigate both worlds and making the tough decision to quit accounting and focus fully on fashion. He also shares with us nuggets on how to maintain a side hustle while having a day job.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
04:50 - What is an accountant doing in the fashion space?
09:50 - How did you find the balance?
11:18 -Did you feel at any point that the business was enough to stand alone?
13:37 - What were you doing after graduating?
18:20 - What did you start with?
22:13 - What was your reaction from your loved ones to your resignation?
23:39 - How important is it for to get advise from family for someone who wants to resign from their 9 to 5?
26:50 - Would you have spent more time in your 9 to 5  if you didnt have a health challenge?
28:14 - How important is it for someone intrested to go into owning their business to work in a structured firm?
30:16 - Can you talk on funding?
32:3 - What has been your greatest challenge?
33:45 - Tell us about the project you are working on
37:10 - What is the vision for Green Cutton?
37:35 - What would you give someone who is starting up but is scared?
39:00 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Where Una Dey See This Money? (Financing for entrepreneurs) 1 1 Where Una Dey See This Money? (Financing for entrepreneurs) full 9473bbc5-349a-4284-8d3b-4c078e086a90 https://share.transistor.fm/s/da0c91b7 Adesola and his guest Mr Oke discuss maintaining a healthy cash flow as a skill every entrepreneur must have to stay in business and Mr Oke shows us in this episode the different channels with which entrepreneurs can source funds to expand their business, how to identify where your business is in its life cycle and how to stay "Investor-ready."

OUTLINE 

00:00 - Introduction
03:20 - What is it about 'money' that scares people?
05:20 - What other form of capital can an entrepreneur leverage on to scale their business?
15:13 - What are investors looking for before investing in a business?
22:40 - At what stage do I structure my business?
24:50 - What should a business owner look out for before accepting investors?
27:40 - Which is better?, Organic slow growth or rapid growth?
30:50 - Let us talk about debts and loans.
38:55 - What other avenue can you look at to raise funds?
41:00 - Sign out

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]]> Adesola and his guest Mr Oke discuss maintaining a healthy cash flow as a skill every entrepreneur must have to stay in business and Mr Oke shows us in this episode the different channels with which entrepreneurs can source funds to expand their business, how to identify where your business is in its life cycle and how to stay "Investor-ready."

OUTLINE 

00:00 - Introduction
03:20 - What is it about 'money' that scares people?
05:20 - What other form of capital can an entrepreneur leverage on to scale their business?
15:13 - What are investors looking for before investing in a business?
22:40 - At what stage do I structure my business?
24:50 - What should a business owner look out for before accepting investors?
27:40 - Which is better?, Organic slow growth or rapid growth?
30:50 - Let us talk about debts and loans.
38:55 - What other avenue can you look at to raise funds?
41:00 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 05:34:32 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2666 Adesola and his guest Mr Oke discuss maintaining a healthy cash flow as a skill every entrepreneur must have to stay in business and Mr Oke shows us in this episode the different channels with which entrepreneurs can source funds to expand their business, how to identify where your business is in its life cycle and how to stay "Investor-ready."

OUTLINE 

00:00 - Introduction
03:20 - What is it about 'money' that scares people?
05:20 - What other form of capital can an entrepreneur leverage on to scale their business?
15:13 - What are investors looking for before investing in a business?
22:40 - At what stage do I structure my business?
24:50 - What should a business owner look out for before accepting investors?
27:40 - Which is better?, Organic slow growth or rapid growth?
30:50 - Let us talk about debts and loans.
38:55 - What other avenue can you look at to raise funds?
41:00 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Doing Business Unusual In Uncertain Times 1 1 Doing Business Unusual In Uncertain Times full 88750139-c35a-4929-8e9d-20634608b3c9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5ac4189a Adeshola Balogun and his guest Adenike Adeyemi, who is the Executive Director of Fate Foundation discuss the good work Fate Foundation is doing with Nigerian entrepreneurs and the outlook for growing businesses amidst the current economic climate. They also talk about the 'why and how' of scaling your business as an entrepreneur.
Enjoy

OUTLINE 

00:00 - Introduction
04:10 - How did your passion about empowering entrepreneurs come from?
09:12 - Are there certain sectors you wish to work in?
14:36 - Do you have a programme running in the north?
19:06 - Do you allocate tailor-made resources to each stage?
22:00 - What is the future of entrepreneurship in Nigeria
36:10 - What do you really need in order to scale your business?
45:30 - Which should come first, between expanding to the anticipation of growth or growing first before expending?
50:45 - Can you shade some light on your programmes? 
54:15 - Sign out

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]]> Adeshola Balogun and his guest Adenike Adeyemi, who is the Executive Director of Fate Foundation discuss the good work Fate Foundation is doing with Nigerian entrepreneurs and the outlook for growing businesses amidst the current economic climate. They also talk about the 'why and how' of scaling your business as an entrepreneur.
Enjoy

OUTLINE 

00:00 - Introduction
04:10 - How did your passion about empowering entrepreneurs come from?
09:12 - Are there certain sectors you wish to work in?
14:36 - Do you have a programme running in the north?
19:06 - Do you allocate tailor-made resources to each stage?
22:00 - What is the future of entrepreneurship in Nigeria
36:10 - What do you really need in order to scale your business?
45:30 - Which should come first, between expanding to the anticipation of growth or growing first before expending?
50:45 - Can you shade some light on your programmes? 
54:15 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 11 May 2023 05:39:14 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3314 Adeshola Balogun and his guest Adenike Adeyemi, who is the Executive Director of Fate Foundation discuss the good work Fate Foundation is doing with Nigerian entrepreneurs and the outlook for growing businesses amidst the current economic climate. They also talk about the 'why and how' of scaling your business as an entrepreneur.
Enjoy

OUTLINE 

00:00 - Introduction
04:10 - How did your passion about empowering entrepreneurs come from?
09:12 - Are there certain sectors you wish to work in?
14:36 - Do you have a programme running in the north?
19:06 - Do you allocate tailor-made resources to each stage?
22:00 - What is the future of entrepreneurship in Nigeria
36:10 - What do you really need in order to scale your business?
45:30 - Which should come first, between expanding to the anticipation of growth or growing first before expending?
50:45 - Can you shade some light on your programmes? 
54:15 - Sign out

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Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Music Business 101 1 1 Music Business 101 full 73afbca0-c08a-46e5-afa7-a3487b6d9e37 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3d1da72b Adesola Balogun and his guest Akinyemi Anyinoluwa popularly known as Akinyemi Law, who is an entertainment lawyer, a partner and Co - Founder at Hightower Solicitors and Advocates discuss Music and the importance of entertainment lawyers. They talk about the different sections, experiences with artists who have little or no knowledge as regards contracts, Akinyemi's course to help music producers and song-writers navigate the waters of the industry and more.
Enjoy this amazing episode.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:44 - Why Music law?
07:23 - Did you have to qualify for this role with a law firm?
08:23 - How has the journey been so far?
12:31 - Who exactly do you represent?
14:00 - Why does anyone need a contract, and what is the difference between using the services of a music lawyer instead of a regular lawyer?
20:10 - What do you say to people who want to review an already signed contract after a couple of years?
25:00 -As a music lawyer, do you touch base on other entertainment spaces asides from music?
26:30 - Have you ever had to save someone from a bad contract?
29:50 - Can you tell us more about your course for music producers and songwriters?
32:10 - Is your course self-explanatory?
33:37 - How do you control piracy? 
34:50 - How can people sign up?
36:10 - Is mentoring people part of your plan?
41:49 - How do you sustain the hunger to succeed?
45:50 -  There is a lot of focus on Afrobeats. What happens to the other genres?
51:40 - What is the plan for Akinyemi Law?
53:30 - Now that our artists are international, do you think they don't pay enough attention to our home base community?
56:30 - Sign out

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]]> Adesola Balogun and his guest Akinyemi Anyinoluwa popularly known as Akinyemi Law, who is an entertainment lawyer, a partner and Co - Founder at Hightower Solicitors and Advocates discuss Music and the importance of entertainment lawyers. They talk about the different sections, experiences with artists who have little or no knowledge as regards contracts, Akinyemi's course to help music producers and song-writers navigate the waters of the industry and more.
Enjoy this amazing episode.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:44 - Why Music law?
07:23 - Did you have to qualify for this role with a law firm?
08:23 - How has the journey been so far?
12:31 - Who exactly do you represent?
14:00 - Why does anyone need a contract, and what is the difference between using the services of a music lawyer instead of a regular lawyer?
20:10 - What do you say to people who want to review an already signed contract after a couple of years?
25:00 -As a music lawyer, do you touch base on other entertainment spaces asides from music?
26:30 - Have you ever had to save someone from a bad contract?
29:50 - Can you tell us more about your course for music producers and songwriters?
32:10 - Is your course self-explanatory?
33:37 - How do you control piracy? 
34:50 - How can people sign up?
36:10 - Is mentoring people part of your plan?
41:49 - How do you sustain the hunger to succeed?
45:50 -  There is a lot of focus on Afrobeats. What happens to the other genres?
51:40 - What is the plan for Akinyemi Law?
53:30 - Now that our artists are international, do you think they don't pay enough attention to our home base community?
56:30 - Sign out

For more information, visit https://coffeeandbeanspod.com/ and follow on all social media platforms @coffeebeanspod

Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 06:27:42 +0100 Global Village Global Village 3428 Adesola Balogun and his guest Akinyemi Anyinoluwa popularly known as Akinyemi Law, who is an entertainment lawyer, a partner and Co - Founder at Hightower Solicitors and Advocates discuss Music and the importance of entertainment lawyers. They talk about the different sections, experiences with artists who have little or no knowledge as regards contracts, Akinyemi's course to help music producers and song-writers navigate the waters of the industry and more.
Enjoy this amazing episode.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:44 - Why Music law?
07:23 - Did you have to qualify for this role with a law firm?
08:23 - How has the journey been so far?
12:31 - Who exactly do you represent?
14:00 - Why does anyone need a contract, and what is the difference between using the services of a music lawyer instead of a regular lawyer?
20:10 - What do you say to people who want to review an already signed contract after a couple of years?
25:00 -As a music lawyer, do you touch base on other entertainment spaces asides from music?
26:30 - Have you ever had to save someone from a bad contract?
29:50 - Can you tell us more about your course for music producers and songwriters?
32:10 - Is your course self-explanatory?
33:37 - How do you control piracy? 
34:50 - How can people sign up?
36:10 - Is mentoring people part of your plan?
41:49 - How do you sustain the hunger to succeed?
45:50 -  There is a lot of focus on Afrobeats. What happens to the other genres?
51:40 - What is the plan for Akinyemi Law?
53:30 - Now that our artists are international, do you think they don't pay enough attention to our home base community?
56:30 - Sign out

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]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun AKINYEMI AYINOLUWA, Esq. In the pursuit of Excellence - Lessons in Entrepreneurship 1 1 In the pursuit of Excellence - Lessons in Entrepreneurship full 92a4f942-eb0b-4816-b153-5ae7e29af447 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ae68b3c4 Adesola Balogun and his guest Adedoyin Balogun, who is a Fashion Entrepreneur, Business Mentor and Creative Director of Abuja-based menswear brand 'Baldon Clothiers'  discuss the difficulties Adedoyin Balogun faced while starting and growing his business,  practical tips and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, the importance of having a clear vision and strategy and more. Enjoy this amazing episode.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:25 - Guest Introduction - Adedoyin Balogun
03:35 - How was growing up like?
10:49 - When did your business start?
15:10 - Did you have other options asides from being a Fashion entrepreneur?
17:19 - Why was it important for you to go for NYSC?
21:00 - What brought you to Abuja?
23:00 - What made you stay in Abuja?
32:19 - Are you angry at your parents that you weren't allowed to stay in the UK?
33:22 - How easy was it to relocate your business to Abuja?
38:25 - What gave you the confidence that your business would be successful?
41:48 - Did you disband your Lagos team before moving to Abuja?
43:48 - How did you get your first store in Abuja?
48:13 - How has the journey been in terms of staying focused?
51:04 - Can a brand remain relevant for a long period of time?
55:20 - What is the relationship with your competitors or colleagues in Abuja like?
59:59 - Have there ever been times that you thought of giving up?
01:06:09 - What’s the plan for Baldon Clothiers in the next decade?
01:08:26 - What would you tell Nigerian Entrepreneurs trying to start and who is close to giving up?
01:13:43 - Sign out


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]]> Adesola Balogun and his guest Adedoyin Balogun, who is a Fashion Entrepreneur, Business Mentor and Creative Director of Abuja-based menswear brand 'Baldon Clothiers'  discuss the difficulties Adedoyin Balogun faced while starting and growing his business,  practical tips and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, the importance of having a clear vision and strategy and more. Enjoy this amazing episode.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:25 - Guest Introduction - Adedoyin Balogun
03:35 - How was growing up like?
10:49 - When did your business start?
15:10 - Did you have other options asides from being a Fashion entrepreneur?
17:19 - Why was it important for you to go for NYSC?
21:00 - What brought you to Abuja?
23:00 - What made you stay in Abuja?
32:19 - Are you angry at your parents that you weren't allowed to stay in the UK?
33:22 - How easy was it to relocate your business to Abuja?
38:25 - What gave you the confidence that your business would be successful?
41:48 - Did you disband your Lagos team before moving to Abuja?
43:48 - How did you get your first store in Abuja?
48:13 - How has the journey been in terms of staying focused?
51:04 - Can a brand remain relevant for a long period of time?
55:20 - What is the relationship with your competitors or colleagues in Abuja like?
59:59 - Have there ever been times that you thought of giving up?
01:06:09 - What’s the plan for Baldon Clothiers in the next decade?
01:08:26 - What would you tell Nigerian Entrepreneurs trying to start and who is close to giving up?
01:13:43 - Sign out


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]]> Thu, 13 Apr 2023 05:28:45 +0100 Global Village Global Village 4485 Adesola Balogun and his guest Adedoyin Balogun, who is a Fashion Entrepreneur, Business Mentor and Creative Director of Abuja-based menswear brand 'Baldon Clothiers'  discuss the difficulties Adedoyin Balogun faced while starting and growing his business,  practical tips and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, the importance of having a clear vision and strategy and more. Enjoy this amazing episode.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:25 - Guest Introduction - Adedoyin Balogun
03:35 - How was growing up like?
10:49 - When did your business start?
15:10 - Did you have other options asides from being a Fashion entrepreneur?
17:19 - Why was it important for you to go for NYSC?
21:00 - What brought you to Abuja?
23:00 - What made you stay in Abuja?
32:19 - Are you angry at your parents that you weren't allowed to stay in the UK?
33:22 - How easy was it to relocate your business to Abuja?
38:25 - What gave you the confidence that your business would be successful?
41:48 - Did you disband your Lagos team before moving to Abuja?
43:48 - How did you get your first store in Abuja?
48:13 - How has the journey been in terms of staying focused?
51:04 - Can a brand remain relevant for a long period of time?
55:20 - What is the relationship with your competitors or colleagues in Abuja like?
59:59 - Have there ever been times that you thought of giving up?
01:06:09 - What’s the plan for Baldon Clothiers in the next decade?
01:08:26 - What would you tell Nigerian Entrepreneurs trying to start and who is close to giving up?
01:13:43 - Sign out


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]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Mentors and Proteges; "Egbons" and "Aburos" 1 1 Mentors and Proteges; "Egbons" and "Aburos" full 9874902e-ad5f-4c11-ade5-b8b77da00d8a https://share.transistor.fm/s/8992bd25 Adesola Balogun and his guest Seun Oduyale, discuss the difference between ‘Mentors and Protégés’ or in layman terms; "Egbons" and "Aburos", the roles they each play in the life of an entrepreneur and how to check exploitations. Enjoy this amazing episode.



OUTLINE 


0:00 - Introduction


02:35 - Who is an 'Egbon?'


07:02 - Who is an 'Aburo?'


09:26 - What is the difference between an 'Egbon' and a 'Godfather'?


14:00 - The importance of having an exchange of value 


15:52 - Adesola Balogun explains the importance of having an 'Egbon' or 'mentor' in business 


19:10 - Seun Oduyale explains the difference  between an 'Egbon" and  a mentor and how they overlap


23:21 - How to check exploitations


27:47 - Call to action 


28:30 - Sign out



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]]> Adesola Balogun and his guest Seun Oduyale, discuss the difference between ‘Mentors and Protégés’ or in layman terms; "Egbons" and "Aburos", the roles they each play in the life of an entrepreneur and how to check exploitations. Enjoy this amazing episode.



OUTLINE 


0:00 - Introduction


02:35 - Who is an 'Egbon?'


07:02 - Who is an 'Aburo?'


09:26 - What is the difference between an 'Egbon' and a 'Godfather'?


14:00 - The importance of having an exchange of value 


15:52 - Adesola Balogun explains the importance of having an 'Egbon' or 'mentor' in business 


19:10 - Seun Oduyale explains the difference  between an 'Egbon" and  a mentor and how they overlap


23:21 - How to check exploitations


27:47 - Call to action 


28:30 - Sign out



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]]> Thu, 30 Mar 2023 00:37:31 +0100 Global Village Global Village 1739 Adesola Balogun and his guest Seun Oduyale, discuss the difference between ‘Mentors and Protégés’ or in layman terms; "Egbons" and "Aburos", the roles they each play in the life of an entrepreneur and how to check exploitations. Enjoy this amazing episode.



OUTLINE 


0:00 - Introduction


02:35 - Who is an 'Egbon?'


07:02 - Who is an 'Aburo?'


09:26 - What is the difference between an 'Egbon' and a 'Godfather'?


14:00 - The importance of having an exchange of value 


15:52 - Adesola Balogun explains the importance of having an 'Egbon' or 'mentor' in business 


19:10 - Seun Oduyale explains the difference  between an 'Egbon" and  a mentor and how they overlap


23:21 - How to check exploitations


27:47 - Call to action 


28:30 - Sign out



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]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Horrible Bosses and Horrible Customers 1 1 Horrible Bosses and Horrible Customers full edcdbf27-2842-447c-8141-031d210a46c3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c382eb8 Join host Adesola Balogun and guest Seun Oduyale, two seasoned entrepreneurs, in a thought-provoking discussion about the challenges of dealing with difficult bosses and customers. In this debut episode, they share valuable insights on what it takes to be a successful leader and the importance of exercising sound judgment in business. Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation!

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction.
06:39 - The real work of a leader.
11:39 - Do you think horrible bosses are a product of horrible customers?
17:13 - Horrible customers and the hastiness to drag or call out on social media.
22:54 - Adesola Balogun's first-hand experience with a horrible customer.
30:08 - Seun Oduyale's take on business discretion.
30:55 - Seun Oduyale's experience with a horrible customer.
33:42 - Call to action.
34:25 - Sign out.


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]]> Join host Adesola Balogun and guest Seun Oduyale, two seasoned entrepreneurs, in a thought-provoking discussion about the challenges of dealing with difficult bosses and customers. In this debut episode, they share valuable insights on what it takes to be a successful leader and the importance of exercising sound judgment in business. Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation!

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction.
06:39 - The real work of a leader.
11:39 - Do you think horrible bosses are a product of horrible customers?
17:13 - Horrible customers and the hastiness to drag or call out on social media.
22:54 - Adesola Balogun's first-hand experience with a horrible customer.
30:08 - Seun Oduyale's take on business discretion.
30:55 - Seun Oduyale's experience with a horrible customer.
33:42 - Call to action.
34:25 - Sign out.


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]]> Thu, 16 Mar 2023 19:34:36 +0100 Global Village Global Village 2089 Join host Adesola Balogun and guest Seun Oduyale, two seasoned entrepreneurs, in a thought-provoking discussion about the challenges of dealing with difficult bosses and customers. In this debut episode, they share valuable insights on what it takes to be a successful leader and the importance of exercising sound judgment in business. Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation!

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction.
06:39 - The real work of a leader.
11:39 - Do you think horrible bosses are a product of horrible customers?
17:13 - Horrible customers and the hastiness to drag or call out on social media.
22:54 - Adesola Balogun's first-hand experience with a horrible customer.
30:08 - Seun Oduyale's take on business discretion.
30:55 - Seun Oduyale's experience with a horrible customer.
33:42 - Call to action.
34:25 - Sign out.


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Send your fanmails to fanmail@coffeeandbeanspod.com

]]> Entrepreneurship, Business, Candid conversations, Expert guests, Inspiration, Success No Adesola Balogun Trailer 1 1 Trailer trailer ad4bc7ca-64e2-4836-9e82-3fad78b01fab https://share.transistor.fm/s/d1dd99de Coffee and Beans with Adesola Balogun is a podcast created specifically for entrepreneurs and hosted by Adesola Balogun, a seasoned entrepreneur. The podcast features candid conversations that tackle essential topics relevant to entrepreneurs. 

The guests on the podcast are experts in their respective fields and offer insightful perspectives on various issues. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and inspiration to help you succeed as an entrepreneur.

]]> Coffee and Beans with Adesola Balogun is a podcast created specifically for entrepreneurs and hosted by Adesola Balogun, a seasoned entrepreneur. The podcast features candid conversations that tackle essential topics relevant to entrepreneurs. 

The guests on the podcast are experts in their respective fields and offer insightful perspectives on various issues. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and inspiration to help you succeed as an entrepreneur.

]]> Thu, 02 Mar 2023 07:50:16 +0100 Global Village Global Village 65 Coffee and Beans with Adesola Balogun is a podcast created specifically for entrepreneurs and hosted by Adesola Balogun, a seasoned entrepreneur. The podcast features candid conversations that tackle essential topics relevant to entrepreneurs. 

The guests on the podcast are experts in their respective fields and offer insightful perspectives on various issues. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and inspiration to help you succeed as an entrepreneur.

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