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Apply For the Sterling Bank N5 Billion SME Loan Program
22nd June 2024
Sterling Bank, in partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), has launched a N5 billion loan program to drive Nigeria’s business growth. Read more about Opportunities The single-digit interest rate loan is targeted at providing financial support and expansion for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. The Sterling … Continue reading Apply For the Sterling Bank N5 Billion SME Loan Program
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Apply For the Startup Wise Guys Web3 Acceleration Program
Are you a Web3 founder seeking to scale up your platform? Apply for the Startup Wise Guys Web3 acceleration program. It is a program aimed at providing an optimized approach geared towards delivering guidance and support from globally renowned mentors and experts to Web3 startups. Read more about Opportunities The accelerator program will help … Continue reading Apply For the Startup Wise Guys Web3 Acceleration Program
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Apply For the TEBEBA School Of Writing Challenge 2024
Are you a writer or an aspiring writer interested in taking your craft to the next level? Apply for the TEBEBA School of Writing Challenge. The program aims to “birth more exceptional and successful writers” through a 31-day writing challenge billed to take place from July 1–July 31, 2024. Read more about Opportunities The … Continue reading Apply For the TEBEBA School Of Writing Challenge 2024
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Using Analytics to Refine Your Social Media Strategy
21st June 2024
Social media analytics provide invaluable insights into audience behaviour, content performance, and overall engagement. These data-driven insights are essential for refining and optimizing your social media strategy to achieve better results. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn offer robust analytics tools that allow marketers to track key metrics such as reach, impressions, clicks, … Continue reading Using Analytics to Refine Your Social Media Strategy
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Video Content: Strategies for YouTube and TikTok Marketing
Video content has become dominant in digital marketing, with platforms like YouTube and TikTok attracting billions of users worldwide. YouTube hosts over 2 billion logged-in monthly users, while TikTok, since its global release in 2018, has rapidly surged to over 1 billion monthly active users. These platforms offer unparalleled opportunities for brands to engage … Continue reading Video Content: Strategies for YouTube and TikTok Marketing
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Maximizing Your Reach with Social Media Advertising
Social media advertising has become essential for businesses looking to expand their reach and connect with their target audience. With over 4.7 billion active social media users worldwide, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn offer unparalleled opportunities for targeted advertising. These platforms provide sophisticated ad targeting options that allow businesses to reach specific … Continue reading Maximizing Your Reach with Social Media Advertising
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How to Create a Social Media Policy for Your Business
A social media policy is a document that outlines the best practices for employees using social media on behalf of a business. With over 4.7 billion social media users globally, businesses must ensure that their online presence is consistent, professional, and aligns with their brand values. A well-crafted social media policy helps protect the … Continue reading How to Create a Social Media Policy for Your Business
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Planning a Social Media Launch for New Products
Launching new products on social media requires strategic planning and execution to ensure maximum visibility and engagement. With billions of active users across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, social media provides an unparalleled opportunity to introduce new products to a wide audience. A well-planned social media launch can generate excitement, build anticipation, … Continue reading Planning a Social Media Launch for New Products
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Enhancing Your Brand’s Voice on Social Media: Strategies That Work
A brand’s voice is the unique personality and tone it uses in its communications, which helps it connect with its audience on a personal level. Establishing a consistent and engaging brand voice on social media is crucial for building brand identity and fostering customer loyalty. With millions of businesses vying for attention on platforms … Continue reading Enhancing Your Brand’s Voice on Social Media: Strategies That Work
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How to Leverage Pinterest for E-commerce
Pinterest is a visual discovery and bookmarking platform with over 450 million active users monthly. Known for its highly engaged user base, Pinterest offers e-commerce businesses a unique opportunity to showcase their products and drive traffic to their online stores. Users come to Pinterest with a shopping mindset, often searching for inspiration and ready … Continue reading How to Leverage Pinterest for E-commerce
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$50,000 Prize on Offer in the Ecobank FinTech Challenge 2024
Are you a startup with groundbreaking solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of the African population and its diaspora? If yes, you’re invited to participate in the 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge. This competition, an initiative of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, aims to drive innovation and spur economic development across the African continent. Read more … Continue reading $50,000 Prize on Offer in the Ecobank FinTech Challenge 2024
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How to Make Money from Online Courses
There could be many smart ways to earn an income missing out on. One of them might be teaching knowledge or skills that you’re an expert in over the internet, and getting paid for it. Have you ever thought about how to make money from online courses? It’s a business idea with plenty of … Continue reading How to Make Money from Online Courses
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Apply For The Egbin PowerUp Paid Internship Program
Apply for the Egbin Power Paid Internship Program if you are an undergraduate Nigerian student interested in gaining hands-on experience in the power sector. Read more about Opportunities Students selected for the Egbin Power Paid Internship Program will work and learn at Black Africa’s single-generating power station and earn stipends and allowances. Egbin Power … Continue reading Apply For The Egbin PowerUp Paid Internship Program
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Apply For the Giving Joy Grants 2024 For Women-Led Initiatives
20th June 2024
Women interested in starting businesses, acquiring skills, sustaining their business operations, and reaching the world through business ideas can apply for the Giving Joy Grants 2024 for Women-led Initiatives. Read more about Grants Giving Joy is set to award one-time micro-grants from US$250 to US$500 to women-led initiatives to penetrate communities. To be eligible … Continue reading Apply For the Giving Joy Grants 2024 For Women-Led Initiatives
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Apply For the Africa Agri-Food Development Programme (AADP)
Apply for the Africa Agri-Food Development Programme (AADP) to get grants and explore market opportunities while developing partnerships in the African agri-food sector. Read more about Opportunities To be eligible for the program: Applicants must be agri-food brand-based and registered for at least 12 months in one of the 18 eligible African countries (Nigeria … Continue reading Apply For the Africa Agri-Food Development Programme (AADP)
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The LSETF Power Learn Project Software Development Scholarship
If you are an aspiring software developer in Nigeria, apply for the LSETF Power Learn Project Software Development Scholarship. The program is an initiative of the Power Learn Project (PLP) and is aimed at empowering African youth with relevant tech skills and developing their talents. Read more about Scholarships In collaboration with the Lagos … Continue reading The LSETF Power Learn Project Software Development Scholarship
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Apply For the CcHUB “Let’s Build, Africa” Program
In a bid to empower African startups by expanding their horizons and venturing into new markets on the African continent, the Co-creation Hub (CcHUB) announced the “Let’s Build, Africa” program. Read more about Opportunities It is a strategic program aimed at offering support to startups interested in cross-border growth but in need of insights … Continue reading Apply For the CcHUB “Let’s Build, Africa” Program
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Apply For The 2024 FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship Program
Women pursuing a career in finance can apply for the 2024 edition of the FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship Program. The program is designed to support women in the finance industry willing to work in market risk management, fixed income, financial asset management, or derivatives finance. Read more about Scholarships FINCAD is an organization … Continue reading Apply For The 2024 FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship Program
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The Importance of Continuous Learning as An Entrepreneur
In today’s dynamic and fast-paced business world, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for long-term success as an entrepreneur. This is even more important in an ever-evolving market like Nigeria. Investing in continuous learning is not just a luxury or a hobby, but a necessity. This article will show you the importance of … Continue reading The Importance of Continuous Learning as An Entrepreneur
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Effective Collaborative Strategies for Nigerian Small Business Owners
Owners of small businesses in Nigeria face numerous challenges, from limited resources to intense competition. However, adopting effective collaborative strategies can help overcome these hurdles. Collaboration isn’t just about working together; it’s about synergizing strengths, pooling resources, and creating value that benefits all parties. Read more about Business Collaborating with other businesses, small business … Continue reading Effective Collaborative Strategies for Nigerian Small Business Owners
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Apply For The 2024 ADEIN Innovation Challenge
In a bid to establish a forum for innovators to present creative technological concepts and products in the healthcare sector, the Africa Digital Epidemiology and Innovation Network (ADEIN) has launched the 2024 ADEIN Innovation Challenge. Read more about Opportunities The program is a strategy to provide support and funding to innovators who are talented … Continue reading Apply For The 2024 ADEIN Innovation Challenge
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Growth Mindset: What It Is and Why You Need It
The entrepreneurship journey is filled with challenges and opportunities. As a Nigerian entrepreneur, the typical challenges entrepreneurs face in any other place around the world are further compounded by the unique challenges of doing business in Nigeria. To stay ahead, there are several things you need, one of which is a growth mindset. Having … Continue reading Growth Mindset: What It Is and Why You Need It
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The Psychology of Persuasion in Social Media Marketing
Social media has become crucial for businesses to reach and engage with their target audience. However, simply having a presence on social media platforms is not enough. To succeed in social media marketing, businesses must understand the psychology of persuasion and how to influence consumer behaviour. Here are some key psychological principles that play … Continue reading The Psychology of Persuasion in Social Media Marketing
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How to Sell Your Ebook Online for Free
Writing and publishing an ebook can be a great way to share knowledge and make money. But once your ebook is ready, how do you get people to buy it? Paid advertising is one way, but it can get expensive quickly. The good news is there are plenty of free methods to market and … Continue reading How to Sell Your Ebook Online for Free
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Apply For the ITC Entry-Level Online Selling Program
19th June 2024
Small companies and entrepreneurs interested in digitalizing their platforms can apply for the ITC Entry-Level Online Selling program. The program is organized by BongoHive, a brand reputable leader in technology and innovative ideas, in partnership with the International Trade Centre (ITC). Read more about Opportunities Benefits of the ITC Entry-Level Online Selling program: Digital … Continue reading Apply For the ITC Entry-Level Online Selling Program
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Creating a Vision Board: Visualize Your Success
Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about your biggest dreams and aspirations? Perhaps you’ve imagined yourself achieving a personal or professional goal, living in your dream home, or travelling to an exotic destination. While these visions may seem like mere fantasies, they can become powerful catalysts for manifesting your desires into reality with the … Continue reading Creating a Vision Board: Visualize Your Success
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The Importance of SEO in Business Growth
18th June 2024
SEO is optimizing websites and online content to rank higher in search engine results, making it easier for potential customers to find and engage with a business. An online presence is essential for any business to thrive and grow. With billions of people using the internet to search for products, services, and information, businesses … Continue reading The Importance of SEO in Business Growth
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Women You Should Know: Damilola Olokesusi
In Lagos, Nigeria, a visionary entrepreneur named Damilola Olokesusi is revolutionizing commute. As the co-founder and CEO of Shuttlers, a leading technology-driven transportation startup, she is pioneering a new era of mobility solutions that are efficient and socially responsible. Her journey into the world of entrepreneurship is an inspiring one. With a bachelor’s degree … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Damilola Olokesusi
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Idanre Hill: Where History, Culture, and Nature Converge
Nestled in the heart of Ondo State in southwestern Nigeria, the Idanre Hill stands as a remarkable proof of the rich cultural heritage and natural wonders of the region. This towering hill, rising over 900 meters above sea level, has witnessed the history and traditions of the Idanre people for nearly a millennium. The … Continue reading Idanre Hill: Where History, Culture, and Nature Converge
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The Impact of Social Listening on Brand Strategy
Social listening is the practice of monitoring social media channels for mentions of a brand, competitor, product, or keyword. By analyzing these mentions, companies can gain valuable insights into customer opinions, trends, and potential opportunities. Social listening goes beyond simple tracking; it involves understanding the context and sentiment behind online conversations. Read more about … Continue reading The Impact of Social Listening on Brand Strategy
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