How to Start and Grow Your Business - Create Your Own Economy Podcast with Bunmi Ajibade
Are you ready to embark on an entrepreneurial journey towards financial independence and success? Join us as we dive deep into the strategies, insights, and practical advice you need to turn your business dreams into reality. Hosted by entrepreneur and business coach, Bunmi Ajibade, each episode is packed with valuable tips and guidance to help you navigate the complexities of starting and scaling your own business. From crafting a compelling business idea to developing a solid business plan, and from marketing strategies to financial management, we cover it all. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur looking to launch your first venture or an experienced business owner seeking to take your enterprise to new heights, this podcast is your go-to resource for actionable advice and inspiration. With interviews featuring successful entrepreneurs, industry experts, and thought leaders, you’ll gain invaluable insights into what it takes to succeed in today’s competitive business landscape. Join us on the Create Your Own Economy podcast and take the first step towards building the business of your dreams. Subscribe now and start your journey towards entrepreneurial success today!
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Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
In this episode of Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade interviews Dr. Abi Balogun, a highly experienced physical therapist and entrepreneur, to explore her journey into entrepreneurship and the challenges she faced along the way. Dr. Balogun, with 15 years of experience in physical therapy, shares her insights into creating her own economy and building a successful business in the healthcare field.
The conversation delves into the decision-making process behind Dr. Balogun's transition from a full-time employee to an independent contractor, seeking flexibility to care for her family while pursuing her passion for physical therapy. Additionally, Dr. Balogun reflects on the obstacles she encountered, such as financial challenges and the demands of balancing work and personal life, and shares strategies she employed to overcome these challenges.
The episode emphasizes the significance of empathy in the healthcare business and the importance of prioritizing patient-centered care. Dr. Balogun also provides valuable advice for struggling entrepreneurs, encouraging them to reanalyze their businesses, seek mentors or coaches, and remain realistic while pursuing their ambitions.
The discussion closes with a focus on work-life balance, with Dr. Balogun sharing her personal strategies for navigating the demands of entrepreneurship and ensuring time for personal fulfillment. The episode encapsulates valuable insights and practical advice for aspiring and current entrepreneurs, offering encouragement to overcome obstacles and thrive in business.
Listeners are treated to an in-depth exploration of the entrepreneurial journey of a physical therapist, highlighting the resilience and dedication required to succeed in creating a business within the healthcare industry.
Key Moments:
06:47 Business challenges discussed, importance of mentorship emphasized.
08:30 Empathy essential in healthcare, put yourself in others' shoes.
11:17 Customer-centered approach is crucial for business growth.
16:33 Reflect on purpose, balance, and self-care. Encourage entrepreneurs.
18:10 Struggling in business? Analyze, hire coach, find mentor.
About the Guest :
Dr. Abi Balogun is a successful entrepreneur and medical professional who made the bold decision to create her own economy. After initially pursuing a traditional career path in the medical field, Dr. Balogun realized that she needed more flexibility to prioritize her family. This realization led her to become an independent contractor, allowing her to balance her professional and personal life on her own terms. Today, Dr. Balogun's inspiring story serves as a reminder that it is possible to carve out a unique and fulfilling career path that aligns with one's personal values and priorities.
About Bunmi :
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
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
In this episode of Create Your Own Economy, host Bumi Adibade, delivers an inspiring message to entrepreneurs who may be facing challenges and contemplating giving up. With a powerful analogy of pushing a car uphill, Bumi emphasizes the importance of staying the course and not giving in to the temptation to quit.
She acknowledges the difficulties faced by entrepreneurs, including loneliness, lack of support, and slow returns on investment. Bumi shares her personal experience of feeling discouraged in her own business journey but also highlights how a single call from a potential client reignited her passion and motivation.
Bumi encourages listeners to push through feelings of doubt, distractions, and loss of income. She affirms the significance of preparation and continuous effort, urging entrepreneurs to stay focused on their goals and make necessary adjustments to their processes.
The episode concludes with an invitation for support and guidance, offering a free discovery call to those who may be feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Bumi's message serves as a reminder to entrepreneurs that perseverance, continual preparation, and belief in their purpose are crucial for success, despite the challenges they may face.
About Bunmi :
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
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade provides coaching on overcoming overwhelm and working smarter, not harder, in both business and life. The episode begins with Bunmi emphasizing the importance of understanding the bigger picture and setting goals to guide the coaching session. She addresses a common challenge many entrepreneurs face – feeling overwhelmed – and shares strategies to tackle it effectively.
Using a coaching question from a client as a starting point, Bunmi encourages listeners to consider the impact of overwhelm on their business and personal lives. She emphasizes the need to work smarter by delegating tasks and focusing on income-producing activities. Bunmi provides actionable advice and assigns homework, prompting listeners to assess their daily activities and identify tasks that can be delegated to others.
Throughout the episode, Bunmi inspires listeners to shift their mindset from working hard to working smart. She highlights the significance of prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines to achieve business goals and profitability. To personalize the conversation and receive further coaching, listeners can schedule a free coaching session on Bunmi's website.
About Bunmi :
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
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade delves into the crucial topic of reigniting passion in both business and life.
Responding to a client's question, Bunmi shares powerful strategies and insightful coaching techniques to help individuals rediscover their drive and enthusiasm. Through thought-provoking questions and profound insights, she guides listeners through a journey of self-discovery, offering practical steps to recapture their passion and purpose.
Drawing from the wisdom of Nelson Mandela, Bunmi emphasizes the importance of not settling for a life that is less than one's full potential. Additionally, she extends a unique opportunity for a personalized coaching session on the podcast, inviting listeners to reach out and engage in a free coaching experience designed to support their specific goals.
About Bunmi :
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
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade addresses a common struggle many individuals face: struggling to meet their goals. The question from a coachee is presented as part of an ongoing coaching relationship, where long-term and short-term goals are being worked on.
To help the coachee, Bunmi poses several questions for further clarification and exploration. These questions include understanding the goals and their alignment with business success, identifying the personal growth needed to achieve the goals, determining the obstacles that are holding them back, and outlining specific actions to be taken before the next coaching session.
Bunmi emphasizes the power of these questions and their potential to provide valuable insights and breakthroughs. As a coach, Bunmi's role is to assist individuals in finding the answers within themselves, as they are the experts in their own lives and businesses.
Bunmi concludes the episode by offering a free coaching session on her podcast.
Overall, this episode provides practical guidance and highlights the importance of introspection and action in achieving personal and business goals.
About Bunmi :
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
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade shares a glimpse into her coaching process as she tackles a common question from a client: "I tried a side hustle before, but it didn't work. How do I know it will work this time?"
Bunmi takes listeners through a series of probing questions designed to help her client gain clarity and confidence in starting a new business venture. She emphasizes the importance of aligning the new business mission with one's purpose and learning from past failures.
The episode highlights the power of coaching conversations and the coach's role in guiding clients toward actionable steps for success.
The episode concludes with a reminder that by doing something different, such as working with a business coach, entrepreneurs can achieve new levels of success and create their own economy.
About Bunmi :
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
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade challenges entrepreneurs to think big and set audacious goals for your businesses in 2024. With the question "What would you attempt to do in your business in 2024 if you knew you wouldn't fail?" as the driving force, Bunmi explores the power of overcoming the fear of failure and taking calculated risks.
She encourages listeners to redefine their goals, retire projects that are not serving them, and forge strategic partnerships for success. Additionally, the episode delves into the importance of investing in personal growth and development, and overcoming roadblocks to achieve fearless entrepreneurship.
Join Bunmi for an inspiring conversation on how to crush the competition and make 2024 the year of audacious goals and unlimited success.
Key Moments:
[01:50] Fear of failure can hinder entrepreneurs. Hindsight and audacious goals for 2024. Interactive episode.
[05:47] Retire what doesn't contribute financially; collaborate.
[08:11] Invest in growth, identify roadblocks for 2024.
[10:29] Identify and overcome roadblocks, take action.
About Bunmi :
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
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade welcomes real estate power couple Melanie and Gilbert Mulamba. Melanie shares her journey as a self-employed realtor, from cleaning her broker's office to make ends meet to becoming a top agent in the Dallas Fort Worth real estate market.
She discusses the pressure of being self-employed and the importance of staying focused and trusting in God. Gilbert, who transitioned from a successful career in biopharmaceutical research to real estate, highlights the obstacles new immigrants face in starting a business and the need for support and resources.
The couple emphasizes the strength of their partnership and how they complement each other's skills and weaknesses. They stress the importance of thinking outside the box, seizing opportunities, and building relationships in business.
Overall, the episode provides valuable insights and inspiration for entrepreneurs and showcases the benefits of perseverance and collaboration in creating your own economy.
Key Moments:
[00:01:24] Experienced realtor Melanie excels in customer service.
[00:04:56] Global team making home buying seamless.
[00:08:51] Talented servant, unexpected broker, no benefits.
[00:12:55] Noted warning: make own economy, last chance.
[00:16:55] Values essential for business success and decisions.
[00:20:48] Folders, bags, paperwork, business turnaround, research, production
[00:23:33] Pressure to pay bills: how to overcome?
[00:25:38] Agreed to stay and work, friends support.
[00:30:51] New immigrants lack resources to start businesses.
[00:34:10] Obstacles, but businesses can start without money.
[00:37:00] Challenges of working with spouse, overcoming them.
[00:40:40] Women forgetting their place, but husband supportive.
[00:41:27] Quiet supporter empowers others to shine.
About the Guests -
Melanie:
As a Broker Associate at Exp Realty LLC, Melanie brings extensive knowledge of the DFW Real Estate market area and trends. As a respected Realtor with 20 years of experience she has a unique approach to customer service that makes her stand out for the extra services and care to her clients. Since 2015 the Melhouse Team has consistently been named among the Top Agents in DFW by the prestigious D Magazine and Top 500 Producers in the Northern Market of DFW by Top Producers Magazine.
Melanie served as Vice-Chair of the Global Business Council Advisory Board of the MetroTex Association of REALTORS for 2017. Her leadership skills and knowledge have led her to successfully train Realtors by teaching HUD classes to DFW area realtors. She and her husband Gilbert were members of the Leadership Keller Williams Board for several years.
Gilbert:
Gilbert Mulamba is a Realtor with eXp Realty and part of the Melhouse International Team. He holds a master's degree in biology from West Chester University and has had a successful career as a scientist in the Biopharmaceutical Research arena for 20 years. He spent 7 years as a Researcher at Harvard Medical School and actively worked with most human viruses such as HIV and many more. The big real estate career jump happened in 2014. Gilbert and Melanie both advise investors in the DFW market.
How to Connect with Melanie:
Email - melmulamba@gmail.com
About the Host:
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
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
In this episode of the "Create Your Own Economy Podcast," host Bunmi Ajibade answers a question from a potential client about starting a successful business without any money. The answer is yes, it is possible to create a successful business with little or no money, but it requires creativity, resourcefulness, hard work, dedication, and support from others.
Bunmi shares the story of Daymond John, the founder of FUBU, who started his clothing business with little money. Daymond’s mother supported him by allowing him to use her house as a workspace, and he started by sewing hats with fishing line closures. He sold these hats for $10 each and made $800 in a single day.
Bunmi emphasizes the importance of identifying a niche that doesn't require a significant financial investment and using existing skills and knowledge to solve a problem. She suggests various business ideas that can be started with little or no money, such as direct selling, multi-level marketing, freelance services, web development, social media management, consulting, and tutoring.
She also gives five tips for starting a business with little or no money: keeping a full or part-time job to cover living expenses, identifying a niche and using existing skills to provide a solution, starting small and gradually reinvesting profits, and focusing on revenue generation.
Overall, this episode provides valuable insights and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs on how to create a successful business without a financial investment.
Key Moments:
[00:02:21] Entrepreneurship benefits: flexibility, creative freedom, satisfaction, unlimited potential. [00:05:30] Mother's mortgage funds Fubu Empire; start with little money.
[00:06:53] Service businesses like freelance services, web developers, and social media managers can register with Upwork to earn income.
[00:10:23] Encouragement and skills lead to success; marketable skills.
[00:17:00] "Passionate action can overcome financial constraints."
About Bunmi:
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
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade is joined by guest Tina Ziegler to discuss the importance of creating your own economy and taking control of your future. Tina shares her personal journey of leaving her successful career in German television to become an entrepreneur in South Texas. She emphasizes the value of multiple streams of income and finding independence.
The episode delves into the mindset and roadblocks that often prevent individuals from taking action to shape their own economies. Tina highlights the dangers of relying solely on jobs and the potential for burnout. Instead, she urges listeners to believe in themselves and their mission, recognizing that even the seemingly impossible can be achieved with the right mindset and action.
The importance of seeking support and guidance from mentors and having a network of like-minded individuals is also emphasized. Tina also stresses the need for self-trust and the ability to step away from negative opinions that may hinder progress.
The episode emphasizes the value of family, generational wealth, and teaching children to take action. Listeners are encouraged to take control of their own freedom and future and not to be afraid to ask for help and seek resources.
Episode 56 offers valuable insights and guidance for individuals looking to create their own economy, overcome roadblocks, and pursue their true potential.
Key Moments:
[00:05:07] Inspiring father fueled my entrepreneurship journey.
[00:09:39] 7-word summary: Multiple jobs lead to burnout, limit potential.
[00:11:10] Lack of action despite knowledge and struggles.
[00:16:20] Overcome roadblocks, find true passion and trust.
[00:20:21] Mentors and a supportive network empower entrepreneurs.
[00:23:55] Encourage action and shape your future.
About the Guest :
Tina Ziegler's life took a turn when her father, a successful entrepreneur, passed away. Despite his teachings on independence and creating multiple sources of income, Tina found herself caught up in a demanding corporate career and raising two sons. She didn't realize the value of her father's wisdom until much later. It took her nearly 20 years to fully grasp the importance of pursuing her passions and traveling the world, like her father did. Inspired by his legacy, Tina embarked on a new journey, determined to build her own empire and create a life that aligned with her values. With a newfound vision and entrepreneurial spirit, Tina set out to make a name for herself, following in her father's footsteps and creating her own success story.