In this refreshingly beautiful interview, I spoke with the brilliant
@victoronyekere
who shared with me his journey building
@talemiahq
. He is currently building
@FoundersCabal
, the biggest community of early-stage founders in Africa.
Watch here -
I am 30+
I am living my best life.
I am 6’1
I’m a workaholic who knows how to have fun
I cook the best beans. That’s all I can do.
I am AA with BG is O+
I am very comfortable in social settings
One thing is sure, I’ll carry your growth on my head.
Please be soft.
CCI babes I want to drop my CV for you. (May delete later 😂)
Yes I am 30 +
I am earning well.
I am 5'7.
I like dogs, anime & marvel
I love kids and I dey Celebkids
I can cook bajebaje
I am AA with BG is O -.
I am an introvert.
Let's talk or go on a date.
Read my rant about Pastor Timi Adigun's sexual allegations. He is the founder of MINE Teens Ministry. a major teens movement in Nigeria.
Read here -
#CallOutTimiAdigun
N10m or 1hr with Dangote.
I won't even think about this twice, I'm picking the N10m. You'll appreciate & get value from an hr with Dangote if you have a business/project that catches his attention. If not, for the whole one hour, you'll just be listening to motivational speech.
Are you a founder based in Lagos? Would you love to share your startup journey in a ten-minute video-shoot. Studio is somewhere in Oregun. It's free for the first 10.
Please hit my DM, and let's get talking.
Cuppy should run a female-only record label. Throw funds into it, build up young girls who want to do music. Get the best hands to manage operations, and she becomes a music exec. While singing may not particularly be her forte, I think she would do well running a label.
#GELATO
After refusing to do this thing for four years after graduation, going into politics changed my mind. I woke up one day and just registered. Today, that journey ends and a new one starts. Thank you Jesus. For God and Country!
@victorfatanmi
The day of my project defense, one of my lecturers came out to see all of us on suit and tie waiting anxiously. He just smiled and said ‘you people should go and learn skills that will pay you, don’t put too much trust in this’. I was so shocked that day.
@AO1379
I swear. I was always shouting that Naira Marley sings rubbish until I went for my NYSC camp and everyone in my hostel was playing the song. It became the unofficial national anthem for everyone. I didn't know I downloaded 'Opotoyi' and started jamming. Peer pressure ehn
The first of many to come. I'm going live tomorrow with the amazing
@SamuelOtigba
in a Tweet Chat. We would be talking about how to build strong networks and relationship. You shouldn't miss this at all. 6pm, tomorrow, just search for the hashtag -
#thebossapproach
HOW TO BUILD A COMMUNITY AROUND YOUR BUSINESS
A simple hack to push your project/idea is to build a community around it. You get an army of people who have gotten positive affinity for your brand. They will readily buy from you. They will evangelize your brand.
#LongAssThread
I remember one time my CV was 8 pages. 🤦🏿♂🤦🏿♂My life story was in that CV. Kai. It was at an interview at LEAPAfrica, a woman told me that even with her 7 years experience, her CV was still two pages. That was the day I learnt. Thank God for growth. We learn every day.
Facebook just reminded me that on this day, two years ago, I officially announced my intention to run for office. This is a video of me pasting my posters myself, after I had been duped countless times by boys I gave money to help do the job. Too many lessons in just few months.
One thing you should know about personal branding is that people will try to copy you.
Although, they may get temporary attention but they still have to look at you for their next move.
Don't let that get to you. They may copy you but people still know the original.
@SirJarus
I read this same tweet from you some months back, and I actively began to plan for my retirement. Lol. I now jokingly tell my friends that I want to retire to Uyo, be eating afang and fufu and be sponsoring community football competitions.
Getting your first job can sometimes be hectic. The apprehension alone is something. From wandering how to write a good CV to knowing how to respond to interview questions, it's a huge maze. Today, I have
@hannytalker
with me to help simplify that maze.
Following my Oga’s footsteps, starting on the 2nd of January, I’ll be doing daily threads on Personal Branding and how to tell your story better.
Everyday, for 21 days, I’ll drop an actionable tip on how to create an irresistible personal brand and earn from it.
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For the days in December (asides public holidays) , I share a thread about an uncommon HR term (or scenario) .
Tweeting this for public accountability.
Turn in your notifications and stay tuned .
You can also make request on things you’d love me to shed more light on
Comparison will kill your creativity.
Stop comparing yourself and your crafts to others. Have confidence in what you do.
People recognize your worth because they know exactly what value you bring to the table.
Happy New Week! 😊
Today, I will be talking with the mummy of them all,
@Orifunke
. If you know her well, you'll know she packs a heavy punch. This is one topic she is completely at home with and would deliver 100%. It is at 6pm. Join us!
We met about three years ago and since then have been amazing friends, run projects together and built great stuff.
@Orifunke
is one person I can recommend and go to sleep, rest assured that she will deliver excellence. Happy birthday Madam!
I would really love to have a sit down interview with Chidi, CEO of the GiG Group, owners of GIGM, GIGL and other subsidiaries. He’s silently building a massive conglomerate.
I like people like that.
I once put out an ad for Content Writers. A lot of people applied. One particular dude did apply. I told him how much I was willing to pay per article, and he politely told me the pay wasn't commensurate to the training & investment he had put in. That dude was
@theprincelyx
CRAZY BUSINESS LESSONS TO LEARN FROM THE GREATEST DRUG DEALER EVER - PABLO ESCOBAR
The Colombian drug lord, Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria, popularly known as “the King of Cocaine”, went on to become the wealthiest criminal in history with a net worth of $30billion as of 1990.
6pm today, I'll be talking with my good friend,
@theprincelyx
. We would be talking about the
#SchoolNaScam
narrative and everything about it. I really believe it’s gonna be amazing. Please tag an Nigerian undergraduate and let’s spread the word. Join me by 6pm!
I’ve been privileged to train and mentor young people trying to build a career in Marketing Communications. That’s why I decided to bring a couple of my friends to share their experiences getting into the field. You shouldn’t miss this. Sign up here -
Last week, we successfully graduated six amazing guys from the
@RedwireMarketing
Academy, which I have been managing for the past one year. Safe to say I’m proud of these guys and what they are gonna do in the Marketing Communications Space.
Who's running for office in 2023?
I'm available to work on your team. I have experience running for office myself, I've also been on the NEC of a National Political Party. I am also an excellent Comms Strategist. So, let's get to work!
Just reach me - theakanimoh
@gmail
.com
Today, I'll be doing this with
@AtikuNafisa
by 6pm. We would be talking particularly about millennial involvement in politics and how to make politics attractive and exciting enough to interest the peeps from Generation Y & Z.
Do join us!
Supported by
@FourthRepublic
You see this?
This is what I'm saying. Value only recognizes value. So ask yourself, have you created enough value to be recognized by the value of Dangote? If you've not, just take your N10 and go.
If I meet Dangote and I am able to convince him to let
@BTDTHub
handle recruitment for all the companies under Dangote Group, how much do you think we’ll be making in profit yearly? Minimum N100M. Because if other top companies hear we handle stuff for Dangote more business >>
Getting a job is not always based on your skill, education qualification or experience.
Sometimes it's how you present yourself and what drives you, this is why personal branding is sooo important. 1/2
As the animals gathered in the evil forest for their Annual General Membership Meeting, one major topic on their agenda was their project on the country called Nigeria. It was time for debriefing and also to review future plans. At the head of the table was the Lion.
#Thread
It nearly didn’t happen due to his very hectic schedule, but my jazz was strong. Lol. I was able to get
@themmanuelfaith
to sit with me and share about his life and career journey. Amazing time. Podcast out soon!!!
Today, I want to appreciate one man who's been a major blessing in my life. For the past two years I have known
@MrSleevesUp
, he has been a father, mentor & guide. He fired up my political ambition and supported me all the way. Happy birthday sir. You're a great man.
#WorldKODay
I stumbled into
@SokeyeA
at Babcock sometime this year and since then, I’ve followed his growth in the startup space closely. He’s the Product Manager at
@usetrakka
. Ad he loves to say, he’s the bridge between Product & Growth.
Paid classes I've taken this lockdown:
1. Data Analytics & Power BI with
@utiva_io
2. Personal Branding with
@Ms_Einsteinette
3. Instagram Booster with
@salemkinging
4. Artist Management & Licensing on
@udemy
5. Online Reputation Management on
@udemy
I'm pleased with myself.
Marketing can seem mundane when you're talking about the same thing, but it takes repetition to build a reputation.
A part of marketing strategy is to become a go-to. If you're not talking about what you do enough, no one would remember.
I'm back again, and today, I'll be talking about jobs. Yea, jobs, especially your first one. I'll be doing this with Recruitment Consultant,
@hannytalker
. Join us. 6pm today. It's gonna be enlightening.
In my latest article for
@dadabenblog
, I talked about Key Person Positioning (KPP) and how it helps Tech Startups build reputation. A perfect example of the is what
@Harri_Obi
is doing for
@ftxafrica
Read here -
As Marketers trying to sell in the 21st century, you must understand that the rules of the game have changed. You must see marketing in a brand new perspective. Consumer behaviour is the most important factor. What you are selling must be extremely contagious.
#Thread
A woman is not an object for your pleasure. Sex must not always happen. Consent is key, and even during sex, can be withdrawn. Let's get our acts right, so our women can feel safe.
We must, and I repeat, we must never allow rape become a part of our culture!
You don't have to know everything to run a business. It's a journey of trial and errors, learning curves, ups and downs. Consistency and determination are key!..
Rest your mind. It'll all work out.
I played PES with one of my friends, this dude flogged me 11-1, and had the guts to mock me. Rubbish of a friend. I sha told him that it's not about winning in video games that matter, it is more about winning the game of life.
You ready B?
Day 1: Define Your Niche
Today is the first day, and your task is simple. You are going to perform in-depth research on potential niches that align with your expertise and passion.
Make a list of potential niches you're considering.
Ask yourself these
Following my Oga’s footsteps, starting on the 2nd of January, I’ll be doing daily threads on Personal Branding and how to tell your story better.
Everyday, for 21 days, I’ll drop an actionable tip on how to create an irresistible personal brand and earn from it.
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From today onwards, Consider how other people introduce you. Pay attention to the things that most people who are familiar with your work mention when they introduce you. You’ll be able to quickly identify an area where you could
build a personal brand around your expertise.
@MiltonTutu
This is a full BSc. lol. In a one line summary, growth marketers do a lot understanding the product, and their work transcends just user acquisition, it cuts into even up to retention. Right?
"A jack of all trades is Master of none"
But no one seems to know the rest of the quote..
"..... but oftentimes better than a master of one."
It wasn't meant to say you aren't skilled at your areas of expertise but as a compliment that you're versatile and adapt to many things.
10 QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE YOU INVEST IN A FRIEND'S BUSINESS
1. Have you run a business before?
If the answer is yes, then you are good to go. If not, then you are just playing a game a luck. You might as well just go play Baba Ijebu.
@hannytalker
And finally bro,
Thousands of Corp Members would be passing out from the National Youth Service Corp next week. If you were to give them one piece of advice about the job market, what would it be?
#theakanimoh
I've come to a place of 'shalom'. Peace that passes all understanding. Calmness even when in the midst of storm. It's been twenty nine years of living out a vision. I'm not tired. There's still so much to be done. The dream is really big.
Thank you Jesus.
Happy Birthday to me!
Being consistent means.
• You will consistently be tired.
• People will consistently piss you off.
• You will consistently have days where you question if it was all worth it (trust me it is).
You will consistently have to forgive yourself for the days you just couldn’t.
Meet
@agulannajose
, the Co-founder and Senior Operations Manager of
@KebleHQ
, a tech Organization that enables Africans at home and abroad to purchase fractional shares of global real estate for as low as $10.
A Thread 👇
You must keep learning till you become an expert. The goal is to own and dominate your space. You should be able to boast about the quality of your work. No amount of branding can cover up for poor delivery. Your first step to success is to exceptionally good at what you do.
@mayahorganfamod
has played in the African tech ecosystem building Ingressive Capital into a $50M fund.
But it didn’t all start like this, from charging for household chores to trading goods in college, she had always been quite the deal maker.
A Thread!
When I'm writing my autobiography, I'll make sure to add a line saying it was
@Orifunke
Lawal that taught me how to use MailChimp. I actually bullied her to jump on a virtual call and show me stuff. She also created my first ever Paystack payment page. 🙌🙌🙌
Today, I officially resume my duties as the National Director for Mobilization & Publicity for my great party, KOWA Party. It's going to be a very interesting ride, I have some very lofty goals I want to achieve. But, I'm very optimistic, and I'm sure I'll be successful.
There's no shadow you won't light up,
Mountain you won't climb up,
Coming after me,
There's no wall you won't kick down,
Lie you won't tear down,
Coming after me.
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God!
You'll learn something from the Otedola girls. No matter how they are dragged left, right and center on social media, they still always remain calm and collected.
If APC goes with Osinbajo, the elections noise will centre around PYO VS PO. Atiku will be relegated to the backroom. If they go with Tinubu, it becomes BAT VS ATIKU.
I'm excited about what we are doing at
@CommsQL
. Photos from our visit to the
@cowrywise
offices to learn first hand what it looks like to do comms at a startup.
I'm totally excited about this. This Wednesday, PR & AD students of the Nigerian Institute of Journalism will be having this roundtable conversation with
@Harri_Obi
and
@Orifunke
, and I'll be moderating the session.
This year, don't be the best kept secret in your industry. Make some noise. Put yourself out there. Own your narrative. Tell your story.
#PersonalBranding
Hey Twitter, I need your help.
So, I’m gonna be training staff of GIGM and GIGL in a couple of weeks, and I would love to hear complaints, issues, and suggestions for growth you think I can talk about?
Have you used GIGM or GIGL before? How was your experience?
Your personal branding is YOU.
Your life + Your business + Your Purpose meets your passion + How you serve others. That's how you connect.
Your personal branding is sharing your knowledge, telling your stories, and being your magical self.
If consistency is your problem, YOU are the only solution.
No one is going to go hard for you or go hard for your business like you.
YOU are the only one who has to show up every day.
People make time for what is important to them. How important is your brand to you?
Our country is littered with millions of entrepreneurs with laptops in bags and dreams in their hearts. Most of them just need a place to work from where they can get constant electricity and internet!
Relationships are everything. To grow, you need people who have been there before you. Your content/capacity will only take you to a point. At that point, you'll need people to hold your hands and lead you into the jungle. Make friends, build alliances.
#Networking
Hey business owners, people are first buying you, before they are buying your products/service. Never forget this. Many people have content, but because they've not branded or sold themselves well, their content might never get attention.
#marketing
#content
#marketingsuccess
Last week, we successfully graduated six amazing guys from the
@RedwireMarketing
Academy, which I have been managing for the past one year. Safe to say I’m proud of these guys and what they are gonna do in the Marketing Communications Space.
I met
@Orifunke
at an event for social media influencers. A brand was running a campaign, and they wanted amplifiers. Since then, we've struck a friendship, and I've learnt a lot from her. She's someone who's passionate about branding and comms. Make welcome, Orifunke Lawal.
You're a powerful person; watch what you say.
Every other person can make jokes about sapa and poverty, it's fine. But, you rather make positive confessions.
Money locates me. From the north, south, east and west. I am an ever-filled treasury of wealth.
10 Books You Must Read To Begin To Think Like A Boss
1. Crush It
Gary Vaynerchuk is known by many for his hyper enthusiasm and passion for the hustle. His book, Crush It, teaches how to cash in on your passion, build an engaged community, and offer up value via content.
When I first joined The New vs Now🥹
The growth is amazing, I’ve literally seen myself move from one level to the other. The images of possibilities I see here are enough for a lifetime.
Thank you God for this family ❤️
Post NYSC depression is real. Especially if you don't get a job immediately. It's even worse now that the pay is 33k. The bigger the money, the deeper the intensity, as you won't be receiving such again.
What can we do to help Corp Members handle this.?