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

This is Part 3 of the 3-part series. You’ve built the mindset. You’ve created your money plan. Now it’s time for action. In this third and final part of the 90-Day Shift Series, Bunmi Ajibade walks you through the exact steps to turn your corporate exit plan into reality - one actionable move at a time. You’ll learn: ✅ How to reverse-engineer your exit date and set a 90-day launch goal ✅ How to...

You’ve mastered your mindset - now it’s time to master your money. In this powerful follow-up to The 90-Day Shift series, Bunmi Ajibade shares the financial strategies every aspiring entrepreneur needs before making the leap from corporate life to business ownership. You’ll discover: ✅ The 5 essential elements of a strong exit money plan ✅ How to replace financial fear with financial confidence...

Are you ready to stop building someone else’s dream and start creating your own? In this powerful kickoff to the 3 Part 90-Day Shift Series, host Bunmi Ajibade shares the mindset tools and strategies you need to confidently plan your exit from corporate life and step into entrepreneurship. You’ll discover: ✅ The daily mindset shifts that help you break free from fear and self-doubt ✅ How to repr...

Think AI is too complicated or “not for you”? Think again. In this inspiring episode of Create Your Own Economy, host Bunmi Ajibade is joined by Anna D. Banks, an executive coach, AI consultant, and Amazon best-selling author, to break down how everyday entrepreneurs can utilize AI tools to save time, grow faster, and build confidence without requiring a tech background. You’ll discover: ✅ How to...

Are you ready to step out of the shadows and own your voice? In this empowering episode of Create Your Own Economy, host Bunmi Ajibade sits down with MAG (Marissa) -  a scientist-turned-speaker and coach for women leaders  to uncover how you can transform fear into fuel and speak with confidence that commands the room. Together, they explore: ✅ How to overcome imposter syndrome and self-doubt ✅...

Ever wondered what it really takes to build a purpose-driven business from the ground up? In this special behind-the-scenes episode of Create Your Own Economy, host Bunmi Ajibade shares her real-life journey of launching a luxury natural skincare brand - guided by her own ACE Coaching Framework (Assess, Clarify, Execute). You’ll discover: ✅ How Bunmi transitioned from corporate professional to co...

You’ve heard the saying, “Your network is your net worth.” But what if the secret to real business growth lies in four specific networks you must intentionally build? In this episode of Create Your Own Economy, host Bunmi Ajibade reveals the four essential relationships every entrepreneur needs to grow a thriving business -  your Personal, Operational, Strategic, and Audience networks. You’ll disc...

Are you successful on paper but secretly feel stuck in the 9-to-5 grind? In this episode of Create Your Own Economy, host Bunmi Ajibade reveals her real story -  from thriving in corporate roles with travel and stability to realizing she was trapped in golden handcuffs. You’ll discover: ✅ The hidden signs that corporate comfort is limiting your potential ✅ How to plan your exit without financial...

In this episode, Bunmi dives into a topic that every aspiring entrepreneur from the corporate world needs to hear: how the skills you’ve built in your 9-to-5 aren’t just valuable - they’re the foundation for your own business success. If you’ve ever worried you lack the right experience to strike out on your own, think again! Bunmi walks you through practical steps to identify, transfer, and lever...

If you’re a corporate professional eager to break free from the 9 to 5 grind or a business owner looking to scale and thrive, you’re in the right place. This week, Bunmi shares five powerful strategies for networking intentionally—moving beyond passive contacts and superficial connections to build a circle that truly supports your entrepreneurial dreams.  Discover how to audit your current relatio...

Welcome to the Create Your Economy Podcast with your host, Bunmi Ajibade. In this episode, Bunmi takes us behind the scenes of her journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, opening up about the crucial and often surprising lessons she had to unlearn along the way.  She shares how “playing it safe” kept her playing small, why working longer hours didn’t guarantee success, and the import...

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the routine of a 9-to-5 or wondered why your transition into entrepreneurship isn’t gaining momentum, this episode is for you. Bunmi dives deep into the subtle yet powerful mindset shifts that every aspiring entrepreneur needs when moving from corporate life to building a thriving business. Drawing from her own experience and years spent in the corporate world, Bunmi h...

If you’re a corporate professional dreaming of breaking free from the daily grind or already a business owner aiming to take your venture to new heights, you’re in the right place. In today’s episode, Bunmi dives deep into what it truly means to be ready to start your own business - even when the timing feels uncertain.  She walks you through the five essential signs of business readiness, from cl...

In this episode, Bunmi dives deep into the realities of transitioning from a 9-to-5 job to entrepreneurship, focusing on why having a clear strategy is essential for building a successful business. She shares candid stories of her own struggles from inconsistent income and lack of clarity, to the overwhelm of wearing too many hats and explains how these obstacles can keep you stuck if you don’t ha...

In this episode, Bunmi dives deep into a topic that every aspiring entrepreneur and business owner needs to master: setting strategic, actionable goals using the SMART framework. Drawing from her own journey—balancing the demands of a corporate job, a move to the US, and launching her skincare business—Bunmi gets candid about the pitfalls of vague goal-setting and the transformative power of clari...

In this episode,host Bunmi Ajibade takes listeners on a journey from corporate life by default to becoming a CEO by design. Speaking directly to corporate professionals who feel unfulfilled or stuck in their 9 to 5 roles, Bunmi shares her own story of transitioning from a long-term teaching job into entrepreneurship, offering inspiration and practical guidance along the way. She presents five prov...

In this episode,  host Bumi Ajibade invites you to reflect on the first half of the year and encourages you not to wait for the “perfect” time to chase your dreams of entrepreneurship—the time to start is now. If you’ve been putting off launching your side hustle or stepping into your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you break free from self-doubt a...

Episodes mentioned - https://clarolegr.com/episode105 and https://clarolegr.com/episode133 In this episode, Bunmi dives deep into the three biggest myths holding aspiring entrepreneurs and side hustlers back from launching the business of their dreams. If you find yourself thinking you need more time, more money, or complete readiness before getting started, this episode is for you.  Bunmi shares...

If you’re a corporate professional feeling called to entrepreneurship—or a business owner looking to level up—this episode is packed with must-hear insights. Today, Bunmi dives deep into why now is the best time to start building your brand, even while you’re still at your 9 to 5. You’ll discover actionable strategies for laying a strong foundation for your future business, how to develop your aut...

Welcome to episode 139 of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, hosted by Bunmi Ajibade and featuring the dynamic Dr. Stan Harris, also known as Dr. Breakthrough. In this powerful episode, you’ll discover how the right incentives can completely transform both struggling businesses and successful ones looking to scale. Bunmi and Dr. Harris dive deep into actionable strategies for creating irresistib...

In this episode, Bunmi dives deep into a topic so many high-achieving professionals quietly struggle with—the nagging sense of “Is this all there is?” when you’ve climbed the corporate ladder but still feel something’s missing inside. If you’re feeling frustrated, undervalued, or out of alignment in your career—even as your life looks successful from the outside—this conversation is for you. Bunmi...

In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade challenges listeners to reflect on whether their steady ascent in the corporate world is truly aligned with their personal values and long-term happiness.  She introduces the thought-provoking idea of climbing the "wrong ladder"—achieving outward success while drifting further from one’s purpose and passions. Bunmi highligh...

If you’ve ever felt the pull between the comfort of a steady corporate job and the whisper of a bigger purpose, this episode is for you. Bunmi dives into the seductive nature of corporate comfort—how salaries and benefits can quietly dull our ambitions and keep us numb to our true calling.  Drawing from her own journey, she challenges listeners to reflect on what’s keeping them in their comfort zo...

In this episode, Bunmi takes you step-by-step through the seven critical stages every entrepreneur experiences—from that initial spark of inspiration, all the way to creating a lasting legacy.  Whether you’re a corporate professional ready to transition into entrepreneurship or a business owner looking to grow and scale, you’ll discover actionable strategies, common pitfalls to avoid, and the impo...

In this episode, host Bunmi Ajibade delivers a candid and inspiring introduction to the realities of entrepreneurship. While many view being your own boss as a glamorous path filled with passion and freedom, Bunmi offers listeners an unfiltered look at the sleepless nights, self-doubts, sacrifices, and emotional roller coasters that are often hidden behind the scenes. Throughout the episode, Bunmi...