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For too long, we've been fed a myth: that you can either run a successful, profitable business or do good in the world, but not...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Purpose is no longer optional. It’s a competitive advantage, a recruitment magnet, and a reason your customers will return.<br />For too long, we've been fed a myth: that you can either run a successful, profitable business or do good in the world, but not both. But that’s changing. Consumers, employees, and investors are demanding more than just profits. 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From flexible freelancing to scalable business models, Soji shares insider tips on how entrepreneurs can harness the power of short-term engagements to drive growth, innovation, and profitability. ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1295</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c19370b32869679d91d033cb3dbfad62.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Building A Purpose Driven Business: Impactful Entrepreneurship</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-a-purpose-driven-business-impactful-entrepreneurship--61310091</link><description><![CDATA[Join the movement of impactful entrepreneurs who are redefining success. Building a purpose-driven business is about more than just profits - it's about creating a lasting legacy, driving positive change, and inspiring a better future. 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Building a purpose-driven business is about more than just profits - it's about creating a lasting legacy, driving positive change, and inspiring a better future. 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Our guests share invaluable insights on this pivotal decision, offering guidance on key factors to consider and dispel common misconceptions about raising...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we dive deep into the crucial question must you raise money for your startup? Our guests share invaluable insights on this pivotal decision, offering guidance on key factors to consider and dispel common misconceptions about raising capital. 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Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, we get up close and personal with Queen Uwabua, founder of Clove Kids.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we get up close and personal with Queen Uwabua, founder of Clove Kids.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2271</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ef848eae1e73023b06c7ad8cc4e87ec4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Networking In The Digital Age; Navigating Social Media &amp; Virtual Events</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/networking-in-the-digital-age-navigating-social-media-virtual-events--56649018</link><description><![CDATA[1. Changes in the networking landscape  with the rise of social media platforms<br />2. Strategies for effective networking in the virtual space <br />3. How do you choose the right virtual events for networking purposes<br />4. How to overcome the challenges of building genuine relationships in a digital environment<br />5. What to consider when networking internationally through social media and virtual events<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56649018</guid><pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:02:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56649018/entreprenuer_showcase_omu_2_16_8_2023.mp3" length="45973169" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>1. Changes in the networking landscape  with the rise of social media platforms
2. Strategies for effective networking in the virtual space 
3. How do you choose the right virtual events for networking purposes
4. How to overcome the challenges of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[1. Changes in the networking landscape  with the rise of social media platforms<br />2. Strategies for effective networking in the virtual space <br />3. How do you choose the right virtual events for networking purposes<br />4. How to overcome the challenges of building genuine relationships in a digital environment<br />5. What to consider when networking internationally through social media and virtual events<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1919</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5a5ac09831ad819936ab9e3807c42233.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Importance Of Networking</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/importance-of-networking--56571032</link><description><![CDATA[The Importance of networking in today's business landscape.<br />1. What networking is about <br />2. The importance of networking in business success<br />3. Types of networking available to business owners <br />4. Fundamental principles of effective networking <br />5. Common misconceptions about networking<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56571032</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 21:09:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56571032/entreprenuer_showcase_omu_16_8_2023.mp3" length="39511594" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Importance of networking in today's business landscape.
1. What networking is about 
2. The importance of networking in business success
3. Types of networking available to business owners 
4. Fundamental principles of effective networking 
5....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Importance of networking in today's business landscape.<br />1. What networking is about <br />2. The importance of networking in business success<br />3. Types of networking available to business owners <br />4. Fundamental principles of effective networking <br />5. Common misconceptions about networking<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1649</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ae44f312ff4726be621a1199ad12e806.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>5 DIY PR Solutions For MSMEs</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-diy-pr-solutions-for-msmes--53958440</link><description><![CDATA[Joining on Entrepreneurs Showcase is Damilola Oladehin (The PR Man) If you've been trying to figure out how to do PR all by yourself we have have an expert here today who will tell us exactly what to do.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53958440</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2023 13:43:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53958440/entrepreneur_showcase_dami_part_2_27_3_2023_m_2.mp3" length="35098748" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Joining on Entrepreneurs Showcase is Damilola Oladehin (The PR Man) If you've been trying to figure out how to do PR all by yourself we have have an expert here today who will tell us exactly what to do.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Joining on Entrepreneurs Showcase is Damilola Oladehin (The PR Man) If you've been trying to figure out how to do PR all by yourself we have have an expert here today who will tell us exactly what to do.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1465</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/da9af30654a5ddb2efce925387ed949c.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>What Is Marketing Mix?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-marketing-mix--53870309</link><description><![CDATA[How you blend product, price, place promotion etc gives you an advantage over your competitors.<br /> In this episode you will learn: <br />- What Marketing Mix is<br />- Components of the Marketing Mix<br />- 4 or 7 Ps how should they be applied <br />- Importance of the marketing mix<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53870309</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2023 12:50:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53870309/entrepreneur_showcase_ayodedji_part_3_15_5_2023_m.mp3" length="36174842" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>How you blend product, price, place promotion etc gives you an advantage over your competitors.
 In this episode you will learn: 
- What Marketing Mix is
- Components of the Marketing Mix
- 4 or 7 Ps how should they be applied 
- Importance of the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[How you blend product, price, place promotion etc gives you an advantage over your competitors.<br /> In this episode you will learn: <br />- What Marketing Mix is<br />- Components of the Marketing Mix<br />- 4 or 7 Ps how should they be applied <br />- Importance of the marketing mix<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1510</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1de3b16f428da923f1a18915439a0d02.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Understanding Competition In Business</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-competition-in-business--53774753</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, Ayodeji Agboola a technology entrepreneur shared what competition is, why it is essential to understand competition, the types of competition, and how to handle competition in business.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53774753</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 May 2023 10:48:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53774753/entrepreneur_showcase_ayodeji_part_1_1_5_2023_m.mp3" length="34579958" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Ayodeji Agboola a technology entrepreneur shared what competition is, why it is essential to understand competition, the types of competition, and how to handle competition in business.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, Ayodeji Agboola a technology entrepreneur shared what competition is, why it is essential to understand competition, the types of competition, and how to handle competition in business.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1443</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3255e8b2fb58274b7921b24edfad9bdb.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>How  To Get The Most Value From Surveys</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-get-the-most-value-from-surveys--53710612</link><description><![CDATA[<br /> A survey is a fantastic market research technique but how can one use it effectively? <br />In this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase Ayodeji Agboola, founder Fly My Ads and Akowe answered the questions below:<br />➡️What are surveys? <br />➡️Why do you need surveys? <br />➡️What makes a good survey question?<br />➡️How do you interpret survey results? <br />Tune in to listen and learn<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53710612</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 22:24:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53710612/entrepreneur_showcase_ayodeji_part_2_1_5_2023_m.mp3" length="34353972" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>A survey is a fantastic market research technique but how can one use it effectively? 
In this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase Ayodeji Agboola, founder Fly My Ads and Akowe answered the questions below:
➡️What are surveys? 
➡️Why do you need...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<br /> A survey is a fantastic market research technique but how can one use it effectively? <br />In this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase Ayodeji Agboola, founder Fly My Ads and Akowe answered the questions below:<br />➡️What are surveys? <br />➡️Why do you need surveys? <br />➡️What makes a good survey question?<br />➡️How do you interpret survey results? <br />Tune in to listen and learn<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1434</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b5fd5753a687011767c4a687750a7823.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Lean Business Strategy For SMEs</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lean-business-strategy-for-smes--53627902</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase, Patrick Ajunwa shared with us what lean business strategy is, how it can benefit SMEs and the principles every entrepreneur should know.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53627902</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:58:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53627902/entrepreneur_showcase_patrick_part_a_17_4_2023_m_1.mp3" length="44451814" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase, Patrick Ajunwa shared with us what lean business strategy is, how it can benefit SMEs and the principles every entrepreneur should know.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase, Patrick Ajunwa shared with us what lean business strategy is, how it can benefit SMEs and the principles every entrepreneur should know.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1855</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5e7f1796402879a40d579a290b562ed4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Lean Productivity</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lean-productivity--53560345</link><description><![CDATA[<br /><br />We went on an educational journey with Patrick Ajunwa as he shared what lean productivity is, the benefits, and the common areas of waste that SMEs should look out for when implementing lean productivity]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53560345</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 15:21:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53560345/entrepreneur_showcase_patrick_part_a_17_4_2023_m_1.mp3" length="44451814" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We went on an educational journey with Patrick Ajunwa as he shared what lean productivity is, the benefits, and the common areas of waste that SMEs should look out for when implementing lean productivity</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<br /><br />We went on an educational journey with Patrick Ajunwa as he shared what lean productivity is, the benefits, and the common areas of waste that SMEs should look out for when implementing lean productivity]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1855</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e5a8248eff4655bc7995e9ca7efff767.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Consumerism</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/consumerism--53491301</link><description><![CDATA[<br />Heard the word consumerism before?<br /><br />in this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase Roland Arabome a Market Research Expert is breaking down what consumerism is, how the concept evolved, and the reasons for consumerism.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53491301</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 12:12:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53491301/entrepreneur_showcase_roland_part_2_27_3_2023_m.mp3" length="40079204" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Heard the word consumerism before?

in this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase Roland Arabome a Market Research Expert is breaking down what consumerism is, how the concept evolved, and the reasons for consumerism.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<br />Heard the word consumerism before?<br /><br />in this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase Roland Arabome a Market Research Expert is breaking down what consumerism is, how the concept evolved, and the reasons for consumerism.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1673</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9ae05e1a4983bda7d1aeb4931ca261ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Understanding Consumer Behavior</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-consumer-behavior--53426985</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, Roland Arabome a Market Research Expert shared what consumer behavior is.<br /><ul><li>Who a consumer is?</li><li>The difference between a customer;</li><li>And a consumer, and how consumers make purchase decisions.</li></ul>Let's dive in and take a listen.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53426985</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 11:34:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53426985/entrepreneur_showcase_roland_part_1_27_3_2023_m.mp3" length="36561710" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Roland Arabome a Market Research Expert shared what consumer behavior is.

- Who a consumer is?
- The difference between a customer;
- And a consumer, and how consumers make purchase decisions.
Let's dive in and take a listen.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, Roland Arabome a Market Research Expert shared what consumer behavior is.<br /><ul><li>Who a consumer is?</li><li>The difference between a customer;</li><li>And a consumer, and how consumers make purchase decisions.</li></ul>Let's dive in and take a listen.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1526</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>consumer_behaviour,entrepreneurs,startup,top_african_podcast</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d634f35f1f381db96f35788eb3d92e7e.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Understanding PR, Marketing And Advertising</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-pr-marketing-and-advertising--53350461</link><description><![CDATA[<br />In this episode with Damilola Oladehin, you will learn what Public Relations is, the difference between PR, marketing, and advertising <br />Tune in to learn:<br />Step by step on how to leverage PR in your business.<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53350461</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:34:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53350461/entrepreneur_showcase_dami_part_1_27_3_2023_m.mp3" length="39789366" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode with Damilola Oladehin, you will learn what Public Relations is, the difference between PR, marketing, and advertising 
Tune in to learn:
Step by step on how to leverage PR in your business.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<br />In this episode with Damilola Oladehin, you will learn what Public Relations is, the difference between PR, marketing, and advertising <br />Tune in to learn:<br />Step by step on how to leverage PR in your business.<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1661</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ed9bbf6bf8987f1ba1de21ff8a26d835.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Delegation</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/delegation--53182622</link><description><![CDATA[Delegating, Outsourcing, and Automating Tasks in 2023 and Beyond<br /> <br />Our guest walked us through delegating, outsourcing, and automating things as business owners. <br />➡️Why delegate, outsource, and automate?<br />➡️When to start delegating, outsourcing, and automating? <br />➡️Who should business owners use for delegating, outsourcing, and automating<br />➡️Simple tools for delegating, outsourcing, and automating<br />➡️What an SME should delegate, outsource and automate.<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53182622</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 15:27:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53182622/entrepreneur_showcaseajunwa_part_2_27_2_2023_m.mp3" length="39099650" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Delegating, Outsourcing, and Automating Tasks in 2023 and Beyond
 
Our guest walked us through delegating, outsourcing, and automating things as business owners. 
➡️Why delegate, outsource, and automate?
➡️When to start delegating, outsourcing, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Delegating, Outsourcing, and Automating Tasks in 2023 and Beyond<br /> <br />Our guest walked us through delegating, outsourcing, and automating things as business owners. <br />➡️Why delegate, outsource, and automate?<br />➡️When to start delegating, outsourcing, and automating? <br />➡️Who should business owners use for delegating, outsourcing, and automating<br />➡️Simple tools for delegating, outsourcing, and automating<br />➡️What an SME should delegate, outsource and automate.<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1632</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/92bd00d695f70f8fe48e3d74963270bb.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Goal Setting</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/goal-setting--53107805</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode Ojiugo, we focused on Goal Setting and our guest shared the following with us:<br />Why goal setting and goal tracking are important for a business owner<br />Why vision boards are essential for the business as an entrepreneur <br />Specific proven strategies available for achieving 60-80% of your goals <br />General tools for goal setting and tracking.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53107805</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 12:58:39 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53107805/entrepreneur_showcase_ojugo_part_1_27_2_2023_m.mp3" length="33971458" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode Ojiugo, we focused on Goal Setting and our guest shared the following with us:
Why goal setting and goal tracking are important for a business owner
Why vision boards are essential for the business as an entrepreneur 
Specific proven...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode Ojiugo, we focused on Goal Setting and our guest shared the following with us:<br />Why goal setting and goal tracking are important for a business owner<br />Why vision boards are essential for the business as an entrepreneur <br />Specific proven strategies available for achieving 60-80% of your goals <br />General tools for goal setting and tracking.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1418</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4e554fa6f1b03993e23b18c8fcb22de6.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Business Model Canvas Explained Pt2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/business-model-canvas-explained-pt2--52874004</link><description><![CDATA[In this second part of the Business Model Canvas Explained, Soji walked us through the 9 components of the Business Model Canvas<br />🎙️What a business owner should consider when defining a value proposition<br />🎙️How the business model provides In - Build protection from competition<br />Tune in to listen, you will love it!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52874004</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 07:39:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52874004/entrepreneur_showcase_mr_soji_part_2_6_2_2023_m.mp3" length="30519091" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this second part of the Business Model Canvas Explained, Soji walked us through the 9 components of the Business Model Canvas
🎙️What a business owner should consider when defining a value proposition
🎙️How the business model provides In - Build...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this second part of the Business Model Canvas Explained, Soji walked us through the 9 components of the Business Model Canvas<br />🎙️What a business owner should consider when defining a value proposition<br />🎙️How the business model provides In - Build protection from competition<br />Tune in to listen, you will love it!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1274</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/68c23fc05fcaffcc03f014524c0c465d.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Customer Retention Strategy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/customer-retention-strategy--52789120</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, we discussed customer retention strategies to grow your business in 2023 and beyond. <br />Tune in to learn <br />➡️What customer retention entails<br />➡️ Customer retention strategies that work<br />➡️How to 'wow' customers<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52789120</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2023 13:06:26 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52789120/entrepreneur_showcase_temitope_part_2_3_2_2023_m.mp3" length="29395021" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, we discussed customer retention strategies to grow your business in 2023 and beyond. 
Tune in to learn 
➡️What customer retention entails
➡️ Customer retention strategies that work
➡️How to 'wow' customers</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we discussed customer retention strategies to grow your business in 2023 and beyond. <br />Tune in to learn <br />➡️What customer retention entails<br />➡️ Customer retention strategies that work<br />➡️How to 'wow' customers<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1227</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/300579df9882805396cafc52a84f1581.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Business Model Canvas Explained Prt1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/business-model-canvas-explained-prt1--52717387</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase, Soji Akinlabi shared with us <br />1. What a Business Model Canvas<br />2. The purpose of a business model canvas<br />3. How effective is the Business Model Canvas to a company’s growth<br />4. Types of the Business Model Canvas.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52717387</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:43:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52717387/entrepreneur_showcase_mr_soji_part_1_3_2_2023_m.mp3" length="33940407" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase, Soji Akinlabi shared with us 
1. What a Business Model Canvas
2. The purpose of a business model canvas
3. How effective is the Business Model Canvas to a company’s growth
4. Types of the Business Model Canvas.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase, Soji Akinlabi shared with us <br />1. What a Business Model Canvas<br />2. The purpose of a business model canvas<br />3. How effective is the Business Model Canvas to a company’s growth<br />4. Types of the Business Model Canvas.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1416</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/28ee0731f31a972b00b9733eb42b7b8e.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>7 Reasons Why Customers Leave</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/7-reasons-why-customers-leave--52648573</link><description><![CDATA[Why Customers Leave<br />1. Overpromise and Underdeliver<br />2. Poor quality products or services<br />3. Not reinventing their products or services<br />4. Not taking customer feedback (9 in 19 customers leave without complaining)<br />5. Inconsistent employees<br />6. Inconsistent service - poor today, good tomorrow<br />7. It's not easy to do business with them - accessibility for special needs]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52648573</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 11:50:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52648573/entrepreneur_showcasetemitope_part_1_6_2_2023_m.mp3" length="40160743" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Why Customers Leave
1. Overpromise and Underdeliver
2. Poor quality products or services
3. Not reinventing their products or services
4. Not taking customer feedback (9 in 19 customers leave without complaining)
5. Inconsistent employees
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➡️ Difference between Customer Experience and Customer Service
➡️5 pillars to consider in delivering exquisite customer experience as a small business 
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Fit is
- Why it is this important to SMEs
- The steps to follow in achieving product-market fit
- How to ensure that you keep working on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Entrepreneurs Showcase, Soji Akinlabi broke down the following:<br />- What Product‑Market<br />Fit is<br />- Why it is this important to SMEs<br />- The steps to follow in achieving product-market fit<br />- How to ensure that you keep working on product-market fit even after the launch]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1376</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/7dda9fe3c52e1b8f28d5b9ee2f9c024e.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Managing Your Cost Items During Inflation.</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/managing-your-cost-items-during-inflation--52098355</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode you will learn:<br />💥What inflation is<br /><br />💥The effects of inflation on MSMEs<br /><br />💥What exactly are cost items? <br /><br />💥Practical tips for managing cost items during inflation]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52098355</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2022 12:34:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52098355/fb_entrepreneur_showcase_ep_16_managing_cost_of_inflation_17_10_2022_m.mp3" length="42798101" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode you will learn:&#13;
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💥What exactly are cost items? &#13;
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&#13;
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&#13;
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&#13;
Why is it important for entrepreneurs&#13;
&#13;
How can entrepreneurs know their present position?&#13;
&#13;
Is the Branding position different for product and service businesses?&#13;
&#13;
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&#13;
💥Why MSMEs need to develop a marketing strategy&#13;
&#13;
💥Components/elements of an effective marketing strategy&#13;
&#13;
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&#13;
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&#13;
1 What Employee Retention is about and the dynamic factors...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Enterprenurs Showcase Fabulous Julian discusses the trending topic of employee retention with Phil Maduagwu Listeners of this exciting episode  should expect to learn:<br /><br />1 What Employee Retention is about and the dynamic factors that can lead to retention?<br /><br />2 Merits of retaining employees in your organization for a longer period.<br /><br />3 Strategies SME Owners should deploy to retain employees.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1687</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/848a86c4eed6a41241029abd8d306a96.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Basics Of Market Research(Part2)</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/basics-of-market-research-part2--50292312</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode, Fabulous Julian discusses with Fuh Che about the Basics of Market Research. <br /><br />Tune in to learn:<br />• About the importance of conducting a proper market research before venturing into any business.<br /><br />• What Market Research is all about.<br /><br />•. Various Types of Market Research]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50292312</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:08:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/50292312/entrpreneur_showcase_with_fuh_che_part_2_4_6_2022_m.mp3" length="12624482" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode, Fabulous Julian discusses with Fuh Che about the Basics of Market Research. &#13;
&#13;
Tune in to learn:&#13;
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&#13;
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&#13;
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&#13;
•   Why you should not outsource your...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode with Patrick McFadden, you will learn what marketing is, the components of marketing and how to do marketing right. <br /><br />Tune in to learn <br />•   Why you should know the WHO before the WHAT <br /><br />•   Why you should not outsource your marketing function completely <br /><br />•   The most effective way to to approach marketing]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1579</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>entrepreneurship,firstbank,learnmarketing,marketing,marketingstrategy,startup</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/bfe834bf0453f5dbfa07b7aaa4655fe7.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>How to Increase Productivity</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-increase-productivity--48962037</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode Ojiugo Ajunwa shared insights on how to work smarter, measure what matters and increase your productivity. <br /><br />Tune in to learn: <br />•   7 habits that can help you stay super productive and not burn out <br /><br />•   6 productivity tools that are available online <br /><br />•   Tips on how to be more intentional]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48962037</guid><pubDate>Sat, 05 Mar 2022 17:23:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/48962037/entrepreneur_showcase_ep_5_10_12_2021.mp3" length="13661985" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode Ojiugo Ajunwa shared insights on how to work smarter, measure what matters and increase your productivity. &#13;
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•   6 productivity tools that...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode Ojiugo Ajunwa shared insights on how to work smarter, measure what matters and increase your productivity. <br /><br />Tune in to learn: <br />•   7 habits that can help you stay super productive and not burn out <br /><br />•   6 productivity tools that are available online <br /><br />•   Tips on how to be more intentional]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1708</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>1st_bank_nigeria,africa_business_radio,african_podcast,entrepreneurs,productivity,small_business_owners,startups,top_nigerian_podcast</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5c92786bfd0df2f4888ce34090dbc771.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
