Startup HalfHour

As business owners, it’s likely that you rely pretty heavily on a reliable internet connection to get the job done .And for many freelancers or startups, an unreliable internet connection isn’t merely a nuisance—it can spell the difference between optimal productivity and distracted, frustrated employees; or even a sale and a missed opportunity. about how her company is bridging the gap for many b...

Keeping a small business afloat in difficult economic times is challenging, unfortunately, there is no set playbook to follow to ride out the storm and right the ship. Every small business is different, and each carries its own risks and rewards.

It is the second anniversary edition of the show for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs and we discuss how tech can be applied in the creative field.

Passion & Money making ventures most times are not the same thing. You need to have a clear cut strategy crafting a good product/service. Ndeesor Tuale, an entrep based in Abuja, Nigeria discusses 4 Risk factors one should consider in a product.

The participation of women in the Nigerian tech sector is low. Some see it as a deliberate move to keep women out, others see it as a lack of interest amongst women. Iniobong Udoh, a tech entrepreneur, digital skills advocate and a mentor shares her opinion on the show for entreps by entreps- Startup HalfHour live on XL106.9FM, Uyo's Premium Urban Radio at 12:30pm this Friday with Francis Onuk dis...

Listening to founders share their story is one way to learn and get motivated as starting a business is pretty hard. On my journey as a radio show host, Bobby Bassey Fashion Luminary in the Menz Court is my guest today on the show for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs. #Startitup

The Pidgin Edition where we discussed the recent scholarship program initiated by Google and Coursera with the Roothub as implementing partner. 

Trends and opportunities available for business owners while Godwin Noah of Cecula Ltd. spoke about services his company offers for small businesses particularly in the food sector.

Cartoons offer a humorous sideways editorial opinion, through sketches and razor-sharp wit, making a commentary on social, political and economic changes, failures, success, and major events that shape the world every day. Mike Asukwo, a celebrated  cartoonist talks about the Seriously Funny Business of Cartooning with Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and the host Francis Onuk. Apologies on the not s...

Akan Udom, a thriving entrepreneur whose  journey into business began with just a Samsung phone, a Facebook account and no capital nor office. This journey gave birth to what is today known as Yenne eMarket, where they buy, sell and swap new and used items. It has grown to a logistic service too.  On this episode, Akan speaks on how startup founders can protect the heart and soul of thei...

Author, entrepreneur, rebel, controversial trailblazer and diehard made in Akwa Ibom fan, Collins Oscar is a man of many parts! Hear him dish out unusual business advice as well as learn about his journey in the startup world with the host Francis Onuk.

Mrs. Seyene Otu shares her insight on the food industry; how to start, main focus, Challenges and how not to rush I’m getting a space & building a community.  The food sector is really wide, find out what aspect you really want to focus ok for example, if you want to be a caterer, food photographer, content creator and so on. Then you find someone who is in it already or you go for an int...

Imposter syndrome is the experience of feeling like a phony—you feel as though at any moment you are going to be found out as a fraud—like you don't belong where you are, and you only got there through dumb luck. It can affect anyone no matter their social status, work background, skill level, or degree of expertise. Eleana Diadem Akpan, a UI/UX designer shares her idea of the syndrome and how one...

Being an entrepreneur in Nigeria requires a lot of work, sometimes we see successful startup founders and ask if they were born to be successful or wonder if they or their circumstances made them who they are. Ntefon Moses Akpan also known as The WoodPecker, a furniture maker share his view on this excerpt of the show made for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs

On today's edition of your entrepreneurial talk show made for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs, we host the lady behind PrimeHill Limited Ido Aniekan, as she shares how to start, run a small business & turn it into big money with your host Francis Onuk

The need for digital skills knowledge cuts across gender, age or location, Google and Coursera in partnership with the Roothub, is offering 4 indemand skills training scholarship. We discuss the process, why one should avail themselves of the opportunity.

It is undeniable that the growth of e-commerce is still going strong around the world. The African continent has also been seduced by online sales and electronic transaction. However, what are the impediments to entry? There are numerous obstacles that prevent the adoption and thus progression of e-commerce in Africa. Let's understand how GUDIMALL is taking on ecommerce on Startup Half Hour with B...

Patricia a food entrep shares what it takes to be in the industry as well as her food event- Usen Ndia

As a musician in our culture, and you desire to do music as a full-time career, you need to learn to approach music as a business—to see yourself and your music through a particular lens so that you can succeed in the business community that surrounds music. Musician and producer Efe Mac Roc discusses this.

Bootstrapping a business is the process of starting out with minimum or no outside investment. Lots of persons most time say they require some form of investment to start, sustain or run a startup, Dorcas Akai, founder of VED collections shares her journey in entrepreneurship and what it means to bootstrap a business.

Starting out in the world of business can be very difficult particularly when one is self funded. Glory Akpan-Aviva a young entrepreneur shares her lessons learnt so far starting out.

In keeping to its promise to support businesses overcome challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Government has commence nationwide implementation of MSMEs Initiative namely; the MSMEs Survival Fund with the Payroll support track as the first scheme to rollout (50 Billion Naira). We discuss the initiative and encourage people to apply.

We look at opportunities and trends available to startup businesses as well as established ones to grow their businesses.

The passion to start D'ENIMS Yoghurts  was born out of growing up with a dad in the food processing industry and even though the yoghurt market seemed full, they saw a need to push out something better and unique. Listen to this wonderful couple share their challenges, opportunities and vision to expand their scope.

We discuss trends and tips small business owners can utilize in pushing their businesses.