How to Start and Grow Your Business - Create Your Own Economy Podcast with Bunmi Ajibade

Clarity is Kindness: Leadership Strategy to Build a Successful Team with Khris Kennedy

In this episode, Bunmi welcomes guest Khris Kennedy, a distinguished leadership coach and consultant, who discusses the transformative power of clarity as an act of kindness in leadership. Khris, who transitioned from owning one of the largest privately held insurance agencies in the United States to full-time coaching, shares his journey and insights into why clear communication and defined expectations are crucial for building successful teams. 
He emphasizes that clear communication is not just about setting goals but also about empowering employees by defining what success looks like, thereby fostering a thriving workplace culture. 
Khris offers practical advice and real-world examples, demonstrating how leaders can nurture a culture of clarity and kindness that inspires trust and collaboration. Whether you're managing a small team or leading a large organization, this episode provides valuable strategies to enhance your leadership approach. Join Bunmi and Khris as they explore how clarity can revolutionize your team's success.
Key Moments: 
04:05 "Leadership: Clear Communication Essentials"
09:31 From Insurance to Coaching Career
10:50 Embracing Entrepreneurship Over Corporate Life
15:26 Leadership Clarity: Define Success Clearly
18:18 Kindness in Honest Employee Feedback
20:03 Clear Feedback is Kindness
26:06 Specialist vs. Generalist Training Dilemma
27:30 Leadership Training Lacking in Business Schools
32:11 "Actions Shape Character and Culture"
35:03 "Clarity Over Redundancy"
 
About the guest : 
Khris Kennedy is a former nonprofit executive turned entrepreneur, who scaled a small insurance agency into one of the largest privately owned firms in the U.S. alongside his wife. After realizing his true passion was helping others grow, he sold the business to focus full-time on coaching and consulting. Today, Khris empowers leaders across industries—from small businesses to healthcare systems—with a focus on clarity, organizational health, and human-centered leadership. He holds a Bachelor in Behavioral Science, a Master of Divinity, and is completing his Doctorate in Organizational Health.
 
How to connect Khris : 
Website:  www.focusedlc.com
Linkedin:  www.linkedin.com/in/khris-kennedy
About the Host: 
 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet

Aligning Your Life with Purpose: Success Beyond Owning a Business

In this episode, Bunmi addresses the misconception that entrepreneurship is the sole path to personal fulfillment and success. She reassures listeners that it's perfectly valid not to have an interest in starting a business, and explores alternative avenues for achieving impact and fulfillment outside of entrepreneurship. 
Bunmi shares three insightful ways to thrive and align your life with your strengths and passions, all while living a meaningful life without a business. From embracing a fulfilling non-entrepreneurial career to developing side passions and volunteering, this episode offers practical steps and valuable resources for those seeking purpose beyond business ownership. 
Tune in to discover how you can create an impactful life on your own terms.
 
Key Moments: 
05:51 "Entrepreneurship Isn't for Everyone"
07:27 Thriving as an Intrapreneur
11:02 Discover Joy Beyond Business
14:13 Discover Your Strengths and Opportunities
18:18 "Discover Your Purpose and Passion"
 
About the Host: 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet

Scale Smarter, Not Harder: Tips for Busy Entrepreneurs to Scale with Ease with Tiffany Ngu

In this episode, Bunmi Ajibade gets into the world of business growth through automation with special guest, Tiffany NGU, founder of The Marketing Shortcuts. Our special guest, Tiffany shares her expertise in helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses effortlessly. 
Discover how simplifying processes with ready-made funnel templates and AI-powered automation tools can revolutionize your approach to growing your business. Tiffany's journey from the corporate world to online entrepreneurship offers valuable insights, and she generously provides a free ebook download to help you get started. 
If you're ready to scale smarter, not harder, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and learn how to save time and increase your impact!
Key Moments: 
05:44 Surname Story: "NGU - Never Give Up"
09:10 Entrepreneurial Insights and Passion
11:57 Deep Dive into Affiliate Marketing
13:40 Success Through Sales Funnels & Automation
18:14 Overcoming Business Shiny Object Syndrome
20:46 Fail Forward, Learn, and Share
23:20 "Purpose of Ready-Made Sales Funnels"
28:30 Ex-NFL Player's Youth Coaching Academy
32:35 Sales Funnel Boosts Business Revenue
36:09 Struggling? Embrace Success System
39:12 Leverage Job Skills for Entrepreneurship
Meet Tiffany Ngu – Founder of The Marketing Shortcuts.
For over a decade, Tiffany has been helping coaches, consultants, and service-based entrepreneurs simplify and scale their businesses with plug-and-play funnel templates and AI-powered automation tools.
Her mission? To prove that scaling doesn’t mean working harder—it means working smarter.
And here’s a fun twist—her last name, Ngu, stands for “Never Give Up,” which perfectly sums up the mindset she brings to every project.
When she’s not helping entrepreneurs crush their goals, you’ll find her enjoying a great cup of coffee, exploring new destinations, or hitting the gym.
Today, she’s here to share powerful insights that will help you simplify your systems and scale with ease. 
📞 Connect with Tiffany Ngu Founder of The Marketing Shortcuts
🔗 Website: themarketingshortcuts.online 📧 Email: themarketingshortcuts@gmail.com 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/livenearnwithtiff 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tiffanythemarketingshortcuts
🎁 Grab Her Free Lead Magnet: 👉https://app.themarketingshortcuts.online/free-ebook-funnel Plug-and-play your way to more leads and sales!
About the Host: 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet

Navigating Workplace Challenges: Recognize, Reflect, and Rise

In this episode, host Bunmi Ajibade shares powerful insights and strategies to help you navigate workplace challenges and recognize your true value. Bunmi draws from her own experiences of feeling invisible and unappreciated in a corporate job, urging listeners to transform those frustrations into a catalyst for entrepreneurial success. 
Through a new series called "Navigating Workplace Challenges: Recognize, Reflect, and Rise," Bunmi examines subtle workplace dynamics that can leave employees feeling disheartened and offers actionable steps to reclaim your worth. 
Whether you're considering entrepreneurship or seeking growth opportunities, this episode is packed with motivation and practical advice to inspire your journey towards professional fulfillment. 
So, if you're ready to follow your passion and create the life and business you deserve, join us in this empowering conversation.
 
Key Moments:
00:10 "Overcoming Undervaluation in Workplaces"
07:30 Indicators of Workplace Undervaluation
09:39 Feeling Undervalued at Work
13:38 Unrecognized and Restricted Employees
18:30 Workload Imbalance and Stunted Growth
22:15 Hidden Impact of Overlooked Ideas
26:08 Time to Take Action
30:27 Embrace Entrepreneurship Alongside Employment
About the Host: 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet

From Blank Page to Breakthrough: Envision Your Business Success

In this episode, Bunmi invites listeners to envision the new year as a blank page, full of potential for writing the next chapter of their business success story. She speaks to aspiring entrepreneurs and those transitioning from corporate careers, offering guidance on building clarity and confidence for business growth. 
Bunmi emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the past year to glean valuable lessons and insights, proposing strategic questions to identify growth opportunities and overcome ongoing obstacles. She encourages listeners to define their success stories by reconsidering their purpose and aligning their actions with a well-crafted vision. 
Bunmi also shares details about a supportive workbook filled with steps to help individuals set goals using the SMART framework, ensuring their path is intentional and goal-oriented. This episode acts as both inspiration and a practical guide for those ready to make the upcoming year their masterpiece in entrepreneurship. Tune in for actionable advice and tools to take bold strides towards achieving business success.
 
Key Moments: 
00:52 "Reflecting for Yearly Business Success"
07:30 Reevaluate Your Business Strategy
12:57 Craft Your Success Vision
14:31 Weekly and Monthly Goal Tracking
19:12 Align Strategies for SMART Growth
About the Host: 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet

From Vision to Reality: The Entrepreneur's Success Triangle

This episode is all about breaking free from the corporate grind and stepping confidently into entrepreneurship. Today, Bunmi introduces listeners to a powerful framework she calls the "Success Triangle," which includes the key pillars of mindset, consistent action, and rapid adaptability. 
These essential components aim to help both budding and established entrepreneurs turn their ideas into thriving businesses. Through personal anecdotes, actionable strategies, and expert advice, Bunmi guides you on how to harness your mindset, take intentional action, and adapt effectively to achieve lasting success in your entrepreneurial journey. 
Whether you're transitioning from a corporate career or looking to scale your business, this episode provides valuable insights to help you grow both personally and professionally. Tune in to discover how you can create the life and business you deserve.
Key Moments :
00:00 "Entrepreneurial Success: The Success Triangle"
05:03 Mindset: Key to Entrepreneurial Success
08:22 Overcoming Self-Doubt Journey
11:27 From Ideas to Action
14:38 "Adaptability in Business Growth"
18:21 "Mindset Check for Entrepreneurs"
 
About the Host: 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet

Five Mindset Shifts to Transform Your Entrepreneurial Journey and Achieve Success

In this episode, Bunmi gets into the crucial role that mindset plays in entrepreneurial success. Transitioning from a corporate career to entrepreneurship is as much about changing how you think as it is about what you do. 
Join us as we explore five essential mindset shifts that can kick start and sustain your entrepreneurial journey. From overcoming the fear of failure to embracing a growth mindset, these insights empower you to navigate challenges with confidence and adaptability. 
Tune in to gain clarity and actionable strategies, helping you transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality. Whether you're stepping into entrepreneurship for the first time or seeking to elevate your current endeavors, this episode offers valuable perspectives to create your own thriving economy.
 
Key Moments: 
 
02:04 Mindset Shifts for Entrepreneurial Success
04:48 From Employee to CEO Mindset
09:54 Overcoming Scarcity Mindset
13:40 "Set Deadlines, Embrace Imperfection"
17:03 Entrepreneurial Growth and Transition Guide
About the Host: 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet

Turning Knowledge Into Action: Bridging the Gap for Entrepreneurial Success

In this episode, Bunmi addresses the crucial gap between merely possessing knowledge and taking action—an obstacle that many aspiring entrepreneurs encounter. She underscores the necessity of not only gathering information from various sources but actively applying it through consistent and purposeful actions that lead to success. The episode sheds light on common barriers such as perfectionism and fear of failure, offering listeners practical strategies to overcome these challenges. 
Additionally, Bunmi extends an invitation to join her 'twelve-week year' group, designed to enhance accountability and help individuals stay focused on achieving their business objectives. Listeners will gain valuable insights on bridging the action gap and turning entrepreneurial aspirations into reality.
Key Moments: 
 
01:20 Empowering Corporate Professionals Podcast
05:32 From Information to Action
08:16 "Action Over Perfectionism"
11:37 Launch Imperfectly, Act Fearlessly
14:45 "Overcoming Overwhelm with Small Steps"
17:29 Daily Progress Tracking Tips
 
About the Host: 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet

Episode 124 - Breaking Limiting Beliefs to Create Long-Term Business Success

In this episode, Bunmi addresses the pervasive self-imposed limitations often hindering entrepreneurial success. She delves into limiting beliefs—those invisible barriers that restrict one's potential. Bunmi emphasizes cultivating a flexible mindset to break these barriers and unlock long-term business success. Listeners will gain valuable insights into recognizing and challenging these beliefs, helping them to reframe limiting narratives and embrace growth-oriented thinking. 
Whether you're a corporate professional contemplating entrepreneurship or a business owner aiming to scale, this episode offers actionable strategies to empower your journey and create the fulfilling life and business you desire. Tune in to discover how mindset flexibility can propel you toward success.
Key Moments: 
01:12 Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs
03:42 Mindset: Break Barriers, Unlock Success
09:35 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
13:29 Self-Reflection to Overcome Limitations
16:12 Cultivating a Flexible Mindset
18:29 "Challenge Self-Doubt with Flexibility"
22:22 "Empower Your Mindset"
About the Host: 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet

Birth The Treasure Within by Karen L Ross

In this episode,  the host, Bunmi Ajibade, takes listeners on a journey of transformation and self-discovery with the special guest, Karen L Ross, the founder of Birth The Treasure Within. Karen, who transitioned from a 15-year career in corporate America, embarked on a life-altering path to uncover her true potential, leading her to become an author, mentor, and inspirational speaker. She empowers others to find their own greatness. 
In this episode, Karen shares her incredible journey of faith, the power of self-belief, and how to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship. Listeners will learn actionable strategies for birthing the treasure within and creating a purposeful life and business. 
Whether considering a leap from the corporate world or seeking to scale an existing business, this episode is filled with insights to help thrive. Don't miss out on Karen's wisdom and passion for helping others unlock their hidden potential. It's a transformative journey to embark on together.
 
Key Moments: 
04:36 Karen Ross: Self-Published Empowerment Author
09:33 "Life-Changing Decision: Self-Discovery"
10:50 "Trusting the Process"
16:21 Embrace Change Despite Fear
19:53 "Choose Happiness and Self-Belief"
23:12 Embrace and Trust the Process
24:25 "Inspiring Hope and Connection"
27:34 "Karen: Identity Coaching for Alignment"
31:37 "Embrace Your Next Chapter"
34:26 Prioritize Self-Reflection Daily
39:26 Beauty Beyond Pain: Childbirth and Entrepreneurship
43:53 Choosing Perspective Amid Challenges
46:43 Love Yourself, Love Others
49:47 "Facing and Understanding Fear"
54:13 Unlock Personal Growth Consultation
55:59 "Prompt to Creation: A Moment"
 
About the guest: 
Karen L Ross is the self-published author of Birth the Treasure Within - Believe in you, Believe in your greatness, Empower yourself. What began as the title of her book is now a platform transforming lives nationally and internationally.
Ms. Ross has a heart to help empower those seeking and ready to experience the life they are created to live.  She speaks and teaches how to be and live an abundant, prosperous, successful, loving life.  With over 35+ years of experience her style is unique and interactive.
She loves what she does and it shows. Her love and energy permeates any environment.
In addition to self-publishing her book, Ms. Ross is a speaker, consultant, teacher, mentor, writer, entrepreneur. and humanitarian. 
 
SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES:
Facebook & Instagram : @ birththetreasurewithin
 WEBSITES:
www.birththetreasurewithin.com
loveself.lovebiome.com
 LINK FOR FREEBIE:
(30 Minute Consultation)
www.birththetreasurewithin.com
Complete form for a 30 minute complimentary consultation.
 
About the Host: 
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success. Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful. Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA. 
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade: 
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - https://clarolegr.com/meet