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

Episode #33 - The Law of Gestation: How to Turn Your Idea Into a Successful Business

Welcome to today's episode of the podcast, where we discuss the law of gestation and how it applies to the process of turning an idea into a successful business. We will explore the four stages of business development and how entrepreneurs can navigate through them. Our speaker shares insights on the importance of patience, persistence, and following the progression and process when developing a business idea. Understanding the law of gestation and the four stages of business development are fundamental to entrepreneurship and achieving business success.  Tune in!   Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode: 00:30 - Explanation of the three stages of turning an idea into a business. 03:20 - Importance of having a process and four stages of development for business. 05:45 - Factors that impact the time it takes for a business to launch. 08:50 - Strategies for shortening the gestation period.     About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet  

Episode #32 - How to Successively Pivot Your Career with Grace Keohohou Hao

In this episode, Grace, a certified business coach and author, takes us through her inspiring career journey. She shares how she pivoted from working in a family business to pursuing a different path that led her to fulfillment and success. Grace also shares practical strategies and tips that will help you prepare for your own pivot and make your next career move with confidence. Don't settle for less than what you're capable of - learn from Grace how to design your own success story and live a fulfilling life! Let’s jump in!   Key Learnings from the Episode: [07:26] Grace's backstory and what she has been up to expand her comfort zone. [14:30] How Grace was able to resign from a family business and pivot her career? [17:13] Become a ‘possibilitarian,’ make bold moves, and address each day with courage for all its possibilities. [22:23] Why being the champion of self is the most important ingredient to making progress?  [26:22] Stop chasing money. Money is too fast, chase people to serve them, and money will come. [31:17] How Grace prepared for her career transition journey; be willing to be imperfect and a work in progress?   About Grace Keohohou Hao - Grace is a Certified Coach with the Worldwide Association of Business Coaches (WABC). She has more than 21 years of experience as a business owner, facilitator and professional speaker. She recently partnered with an innovative brand that addresses Wellness & Beauty from the Inside Out. She is leading one of the fastest growing organizations in the company. With more than 2 decades of business success, Grace is passionate about partnering with professionals, entrepreneurs and leaders who are looking to grow and scale a global business. Grace loves being a devoted wife, mother of 8 amazing children, & grandmother to 2 little girls. Grace is grateful to be inspiring leaders locally, nationally and internationally through her. speaking, writing and educational programs. She is a co-author of several Best Selling Books including, Build it Big, More Build it Big and Mom Entrepreneur Extraordinaire. Grace is a Certified Coach with the Worldwide Association of Business Coaches (WABC) Certified Business CoachTM (CBCTM). She has more than 19 years of experience as a business owner, facilitator and professional speaker. She recently received the honor of being named the National Advocate of the Year for Working Mothers and Outstanding Mother of the Year by the American Lung Association. Grace loves being a devoted wife, mother of 8 amazing children and enjoys serving profitable corporations, educators, leading executives, non-profit organizations, entrepreneurs and the government.   How to Connect with Grace - Websites - gracehao.bellaGraceGlobal.com / coachwithgrace.com   About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet

Episode #31 - Taking Stock Of The First-Quarter Of Business Goals

It's now the second quarter of the year and it's not productive to be upset or hard on yourself for what you did or didn't achieve in the first quarter. Take this time to reflect and learn from your experiences. If you did accomplish your goals, congratulations! But if not, know that you're not alone- many people also had setbacks. Let's work together to focus on our goals for this quarter and make progress towards achieving them. It's time to assess the past three months and evaluate what you've learned. Taking a deep dive into your business will identify what worked, what didn't work, and what needs to change. Reflecting on your performance will also help you prioritize tasks and focus on the next steps to progress and scale your business.  In this podcast episode, your host Bunmi Ajibade provides valuable insights on how to evaluate your business performance over the past three months. She outlines strategies to identify what worked and didn't work, so you can take the necessary steps toward scaling your business from good to great. Tune in and learn from her expert advice. Let’s jump in!   Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode: [01:21] Four things to focus on as you take stock of what happened in the last three months. [12:49] How to make priorities and stimulate your next step or action to scale? [16:12] Develop habits that are consistence with your vision.       About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet  

Episode#30 - What Would You Give Up to Go Up

Going up means achieving success and facing challenges with courage. It requires us to take risks and make sacrifices that can sometimes be difficult. We must ask ourselves, "What would we be willing to give up in order to go up?" Would it be our comfort zone, our fear of failure, or something else entirely? Only we can decide what we are willing to let go of in order to reach the heights of success. Success often comes with a high cost - the sacrifice of time, energy, and other resources. However, carefully considering your priorities and planning ahead can help ensure that the rewards of reaching your goals outweigh those costs. Take the time to reflect on what's truly important and what you're willing to give up in order to achieve it. In doing so, you might just pave the way toward a successful outcome. In this episode, Bunmi Ajibade provides essential insights on how to level up in your personal life and business. Tune in to discover nine tips on the things you need to give up in order to achieve success. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn valuable strategies for your growth! Let’s jump in!   Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode: [01:55] How is your success determined by the sacrifices you make? [04:23] How mastering your time leads to success? [11:27] Why are excuses your biggest enemy to success? [18:19] An old mindset is not good for your success.   About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet

Episode #29 - Developing and Refining Your Vision with Denise Montgomery

Entrepreneurs, artists, writers and visionaries all share one trait - their unique vision for their work. But how do we determine when our idea is ready to be owned? Developing and refining our gift requires time, dedication, and the right support to bring it to fruition. Whether you're starting your own business or writing a book, incubating your creation until it's ready is crucial. Don't share it until you are ready to own it. The process of bringing your ideas to life requires dedication and persistence. Whether you're looking to break free from the 9-5 grind or generate some extra income with a side hustle, it all starts with taking that first step. Having a brilliant idea is one thing, but putting it down on paper and taking action is what brings it to life. Denise Montgomery, an educator, writer, and public speaker, guides you on how to develop and polish your talents. In this episode she shares insights on incubating ideas and transforming them into reality. The discussion also covers tips on how to stop complaining about your job and start owning your ideas. Learn how to get the support you need to make your dreams a reality and create your own economy!    Let’s jump in!   Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode: [05:10] Working for yourself, why it’s harder but more rewarding. [09:32] How did Denise discover her writing passion and learning curve? [13:42] Practical tips on how to nurture and refines your gift. [22:47] Why do you need to incubate your idea until it’s ready to own it? [31:38] Denise's advice on how to bring your ideas to light and fruition.       About Denise Montgomery - Denise Montgomery is an educator, writer, and public speaker. Her love for reading and writing began at an early age. In 2012 she published her first fiction novel, The Blessing, an intriguing story of suspense and love gone wrong. She is also the author of two children’s books, Farmer Brown and Lady Madelyn the Children’s Story, and her most recent book, I Want to Go, based on a true-life experience. Her second fiction novel, The Setup, was published in 2015. Her most recent book, The Blind Spot, was published in 2022. Denise works in the community as an advocate for domestic violence and homeless individuals. Denise Montgomery is a Texas native. She grew up in a large family. Her mother, a single parent, worked as a nurse. Denise was educated in Dallas Public Schools. After graduating, she obtained a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences and a Master of Education from Texas Woman’s University.   How to connect with Denise Montgomery: Website: www.denisemontgomery.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisem2016/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denise.montgomery2   About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet

Episode #28 - Unlock Your Potential: Remove the Lids That Hold You Back and Grow Beyond Limits

Untap your potential by identifying and removing the lids that hold you back. These lids can be anything from lack of education to health challenges or even circumstances beyond your control, like where you were born. But removing them means unlocking endless growth opportunities for yourself and your business. Removing the lid on your growth and development is a choice, whether you put it on yourself or life puts it on you. The lid on your growth, development, and success is a choice you need to make to take it off. It will not be easy, it takes persistence, dedication, focus, and "I can do" attitude, but it’s worth every effort. Don’t allow anything to keep you down. Let that purpose and growth bubble up to find your fulfillment in life.   In this episode, Bunmi Ajibade, your host, will take you on a journey within yourself to help you identify the lid that's been holding back your growth and success. Through her expert guidance, you'll learn how to break through barriers and thrive like never before. Let’s jump in!   Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode: [01:05] What is a lid, and what are some of the lids that we or life have put on us? [02:46] Seven things that can constitute a lid on our life or business. [08:27] How to remove the lid on your growth and development? [15:49] Making that choice to take off the lid to thrive.      About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet

Episode #27 - Stay The Course Don’t Give Up

Do you feel like your dream is an uphill battle? That no matter how hard you work, you can't seem to make any progress. Sometimes it can feel like the odds are always stacked against you, and quitting can seem like the only option. Giving up on your dream and losing something you have worked hard to build is more painful than any resistance you will face. It will completely shut your dreams, aspirations, and paths to success. When you give up and drop your dream uphill, it can come back and crush your confidence, dreams, or even your family. Being an entrepreneur is tough, and feeling like giving up or quitting as an entrepreneur is part of the growth process. Understanding your Why, where you are, where you want to go, and what you can do differently makes all the difference. In this episode, your host, Bunmi Ajibade, shares strategies and tips to help you stay the course. There will be challenges and obstacles, but don't give up, no matter how impossible it seems. Continue to do the heavy lifting, educate yourself, prepare, and take action towards your goal daily. You never know when the opportunity will knock on the door.  Let’s jump in!   Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode: [00:45] Don’t drop your dreams uphill; do things differently.  [04:01] Four things that can lead us to want to give up and quit. [11:21] Aligning your process with your purpose and goals in life.    About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet  

Episode #26 - Explore Life’s Possibilities - It’s Never Too Late to Start Something New with Debrina Wright

No matter how old you are, it is never too late to begin something new. From taking up a new hobby to changing your career path, there are endless possibilities waiting for you. With the right attitude and a bit of courage, these choices can bring immense joy and open doors to a brighter future. Life offers all kinds of opportunities - don't forget to take advantage of them. It can be difficult to take the plunge and try something new, but it's never too late to explore and develop your skills. Even if you don't think you have what it takes, never give up on yourself. Push aside any worries of failure and find inspiration in today's possibilities. In this episode, Debrina Wright talks about why it is never too late to try something new in life. She discusses how your past experiences and knowledge can be beneficial and helpful when taking on new activities. She also encourages us to build relationships with others and find a sense of purpose in our pursuits. Let’s jump in!   Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode: [01:59] Four reasons why it is not too late to try something new. [05:20] Bio of today’s guest, Debrina Wright, and how we met. [08:51] Where and how Debrina got the idea to be a female footballer? Mindset and adjustments she had to make as a footballer. [18:25] Debrina talks about her challenges in this new adventure and how she overcame them. Benefits she has realized from this leap. [29:21] Tips Debrina shares as secrets of staying motivated.     About Debrina Wright -  After spending 20 years working in entertainment, finance, and education, Debrina decided to get professional training to become a Holistic Health Coach and work with women who wanted to live healthier lives. She attended The Institute of Integrative Nutrition and became a Certified Holistic Health Coach, and she never looked back. As an IIN Holistic Lifestyle Coach, she works with women to help them find balance with passion, goals, and living a balanced and fit life. She’s also a Hip-Hop Cardio Group Fitness Instructor who dances to the tune of living a fit life and changing the lives of many women. After obtaining the first two certifications, she became hooked on helping and since then has become a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Educator, Professional Speaker, Personal Fitness Chef, and Podcaster. Her mission is to inspire + motivate women to exist AND own the life they were born to breathe. She believes that everyone should be happy + healthy in mind, body, heart, and soul.    How to connect with Debrina Wright: Website: https://www.thehabitualcoach.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debrina-wright/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehabitualcoach/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamdebrina/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheHabitualCoach/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7auvDDrqPB1pYrd0nvywQ   About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet

Episode #25 - Be Proactive and Ready for Networking Events - Take Control of How You Show Up

Proper preparation is key to networking events. Taking the time to prepare well gives you greater control over how you present yourself and can help you make the most of the event. Being unprepared can put you in a difficult position, leaving you feeling discouraged and not wanting to attend another event. By taking steps to ensure your readiness for the gathering, it helps build connections that generate referrals and support growth for your business. Successful event preparation starts with understanding the type of event you are attending. Do your research and familiarize yourself with the organizers, their agenda, speakers, and attendees. This gives you a sense of what to expect and how to prepare your presentation, pitch or questions best - as well as follow up after the event in order to stand out from your competition. It is important to remember that networking events are not only about the program, selling products or making money. The ultimate goal should always be adding value to people. In this episode, Bunmi Ajibade shares how to get the most out of every networking event. She offers helpful tips on how to prepare for the event, what questions you should ask during it and how to follow-up afterwards. A successful networking session is all about cultivating meaningful relationships - learn how to create a positive presence and build lasting connections that will pave the way for future referrals. Let’s jump in!   Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode: [01:22] Networking events and who they are designed for.  [02:05] Seven (7) different types of networking events.  [07:44] Six things you can do to prepare for a networking event.  [13:41] Sample questions that you can ask during a networking event. [16:53] Five ways to follow up with people you meet in a networking event.  [22:38] How to show up as your best self and build relationships that give you referrals.   About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet  

Episdoe #24 - Turn Your Networking into a Revenue-Generating Opportunity for Entrepreneurs

Networking is crucial for the growth and success of our businesses, but so often we fear it because of our desire for instant gratification. When this happens, we focus too much on the results rather than getting to know people and building trust with them. This puts our customers’ needs in second place, which ultimately leads to a lack of success. However, networking is not something that yields quick results; it's a process that takes time as we build relationships and gain trust from those around us. Networking is an invaluable tool for entrepreneurs and business owners. It gives you a platform to build relationships with others who can refer you to potential customers and partners. Additionally, networking provides access to resources like mentorship, funding, and collaborations that can help take your business to the next level. It's important to remember that networking isn't just about connecting with other people - it's also about sharing your products and services with the community in order to grow your customer base. In this episode, Bunmi talks about how entrepreneurs can benefit from networking, as well as how to overcome any fears they may have. She also shares actionable advice on how to make your networking activities into an income-generating process.   Let’s jump in!   Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode: [01:36] What is networking, and why it’s a process?   [02:49] The main purpose and goal of networking in business. [04:23] Seven (7) benefits of networking for your business. [07:28] Why are we often uncomfortable with networking, and how to overcome this fear?   About Bunmi Ajibade - 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 - http://clarolegr.com/meet