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

In this episode, host Bunmi Ajibade gets into the crucial moment of standing on the edge of life-changing decisions and confronting the fear that holds individuals back. Addressing those transitioning from a corporate job to entrepreneurship or facing any major life change, Bunmi explores how fear often keeps us anchored in our comfort zones. Listeners will learn how to transform fear into fuel fo...

IMPORTANT : Join the exclusive Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursreplacingcorporateincome   In this episode, Bunmi tackles the intricate journey of transitioning from a corporate job to becoming the CEO of your own business. She understands the significance of identifying your true passions and strengths, leveraging your existing skills, embracing continuous learning, a...

In this empowering episode, Bunmi explores the essential journey of transitioning from a corporate career to entrepreneurship. Drawing from her personal experiences and her role as a coach, she emphasizes the importance of identifying one's motivation for change and developing a transformative mindset.  Bunmi also introduces her new Facebook group, “Successful Entrepreneurs Replacing Corporate Inc...

In this empowering episode, Bunmi interviews Jackie Wysbeek, a Certified Online Business Manager® and Founder of Eyes to Analyze. Jackie reveals her compelling journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, spurred by severe burnout that forced her to reassess and align her career with her personal values. She recounts her years working as a financial systems analyst, the toll stress and mi...

In this episode, titled "Entrepreneurship Unmasked: The Realities Behind the Risks and the Rewards," Bunmi gets into the multifaceted world of entrepreneurship. She explores transitioning from the corporate sphere to owning a business, highlighting the unique freedoms and flexibilities alongside the inevitable challenges and risks. The episode highlights the skills required, the essential mindset...

In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, Bunmi delves into the transformative power of habits and how they can significantly impact one's life and business. Drawing from the acclaimed book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, she discusses the science behind habit formation and emphasizes how even the smallest changes can yield remarkable results. Key strategies are explored, such as sta...

In this episode, host Bunmi Ajibade dives deep into six pervasive entrepreneurial myths that could be hindering your business success. Building on the previous episode's myth-busting, Bunmi addresses misconceptions such as needing to sacrifice work-life balance, the idea that being your own boss means more freedom, and the fallacy that entrepreneurs love taking risks. Through insightful analysis a...

Welcome to Episode 101 of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, titled "Friendship to LLC: Kristen and Kelly on Business Partnerships." In this episode, host Bunmi Ajibade dives deep into the unique journey of Kristen Santamaria and Kelly Smith, seasoned corporate attorneys with over 20 years of combined experience. Their extraordinary story spans from a first-grade friendship of nearly 30 years to...

Welcome to the 100th milestone episode of the "Create Your Own Economy Podcast"! In this special episode, host Bunmi Ajibade shares her top ten learnings from the journey so far.  Bunmi reflects on the transformative insights that have significantly impacted her personal and professional growth, along with countless lives and businesses. Whether you're a longtime listener or just tuning in, get re...

Welcome to Episode 99 of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, titled "What Myths Are Holding Back Your Entrepreneurial Success?" Hosted by Bunmi Ajibade, this episode debunks some of the most pervasive myths and misconceptions holding back entrepreneurs from achieving their full potential.  Throughout this episode and the next, Bunmi uncovers five major myths, from the idea that successful entrepr...

In this episode of Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade chats with Kristin Santamaria, attorney and co-founder of Dotted Lines. Kristin shares her journey from traditional legal roles to helping online entrepreneurs gain confidence through legal protections. With over a decade of experience, Kristin highlights common legal challenges for online entrepreneurs, from understanding scop...

In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade is joined by guest Cierra Lueck to explore the art of customizing sales approaches for different buyer types. Cierra stresses the value of nurturing clients within the first 30 days to drive excellent outcomes, focusing on the 24% buyer type with a longer buying cycle. She advocates for community engagement, such as through...

In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy Podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade gets into the common causes of burnout in entrepreneurs and discusses effective strategies for prevention. The episode addresses a crucial question: why do entrepreneurs often experience burnout quickly? According to Bunmi and insights from community feedback, several factors contribute to this phenomenon. These include a l...

In Episode 95 of the "Create Your Own Economy Podcast," host Bunmi Ajibade explores the topic "What Are the Essential Productivity Tools Every Business Owner Needs to Succeed?". Bunmi gets deep into the challenges of managing to-do lists and the vast array of business tools available, emphasizing that not all are necessary at the outset. Drawing from personal experience, she advises listeners on i...

This episode features tax expert Janell Borrero, who shares her journey from state auditor to successful tax accountant. Janell explains essential tips for entrepreneurs, including the importance of separating personal and business finances, using accounting tools like QuickBooks, and tracking income and expenses for better financial planning. She also discusses the critical role of cash flow, com...

Welcome to Episode 93 of the "Create Your Own Economy Podcast"! In this episode, host Bunmi Ajibade welcomes Dr. Tiffany E. Slater, a distinguished PR professional with over 25 years of experience and a deep expertise in human resources. Dr. Tiffany's entrepreneurial journey was inspired by her parents, who were successful business owners and instilled in her a strong work ethic and community valu...

In this episode, host Bunmi Ajibade sits down with the incredible Cierra Lueck, a resilient entrepreneur and dedicated mother. Cierra opens up about the emotional journey of supporting her son through multiple brain and skin graft surgeries, which miraculously resulted in him being seizure-free and medication-free. Driven by personal trauma and unyielding determination, Cierra navigated financial...

In this episode, host Bunmi Ajibade sits down with Janell Borrero, a remarkable entrepreneur whose journey from inner-city Chicago to the helm of her own successful business is nothing short of inspirational. Starting her professional career at just 18 in a bank, Janell faced numerous challenges but was buoyed by the mentorship and support of her diverse and affluent colleagues. Despite battling l...

In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade welcomes the multifaceted content creator and coach, Mimi Ojieh. Titled "Turning Your Passion for Content Creation into a Viable Business," this episode delves deeply into transforming a passion for creating content into a sustainable and profitable endeavor.  Mimi, renowned for her dynamic presence on social media and her...

In this episode of Create Your Own Economy Podcast, titled "Start Your Business with Simple Steps to Achieve Success with Nancy Steidl," host Bunmi Ajibade sits down with business consultant and educator Nancy Steidl to delve into the essential components of building a successful business. Nancy shares her journey and the inspiration behind her upcoming book, "The Art of Analogies in Business," wh...

In this episode of the Create Your Own Economy podcast,  Bunmi Ajibade takes you on a journey to transform your professional skills into a profitable freelance business. With 38 percent of Americans freelancing and contributing nearly $1.3 trillion to the US economy, there's never been a better time to explore freelancing. Bunmi breaks down what it means to be a freelancer, the perks of freelancin...

In this episode, Bunmi Ajibade, delves into Dr. Oyinkansola Jinadu’s , popularly known as Dr. O.J.'s unplanned yet triumphant journey into entrepreneurship, where necessity and survival instincts as an immigrant in the U.S. transformed her from a makeup artist to a business mogul. Targeting an audience of 9-5 professionals, side hustlers, budding entrepreneurs, and those ready to scale their busin...

In this episode, 'How can I turn my side hustle dreams into reality? Insights from Josh May,' we dive into Josh May's inspiring journey.  Josh is an entrepreneur by heart, balancing a full-time job as an SEO specialist while building his own startup, Podools —a suite of podcast production tools. Join our host, Bunmi Ajibade, as she learns from Josh about the challenges and triumphs of turning a si...

In this episode of Create Your Own Economy podcast, host Bunmi Ajibade welcomes Lauren Glynn, a seasoned expert in helping small business owners streamline their operations and achieve a fulfilling work-life balance. Diving into personal anecdotes, including her own experience with brain surgery and relocation, Lauren shares invaluable insights on the necessity of delegation, the art of prioritizi...

In today's episode, host Bunmi Ajibade gets into the competitive world of entrepreneurship and shares essential strategies for outshining your competition. From establishing a unique value proposition to continuously improving your products and services, Bunmi's insights will guide you on how to stay ahead and ensure your business not only meets but exceeds customer expectations. Whether you're re...