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The Access Bank Pitch-A-ton 2023 for Female Entrepreneurs
1st July 2023
Access Bank is inviting women who are entrepreneurs to enter the Pitch-A-ton competition for a chance to win up to ₦5 million in financial grants, plus other benefits. If you’d like to secure significant funding for your SME and receive training that will enable you to take your business to the next level of … Continue reading The Access Bank Pitch-A-ton 2023 for Female Entrepreneurs
How to Protect Your Business from the Naira Devaluation
Earlier in June, the Central Bank of Nigeria announced that it was doing away with the long-standing fixed exchange rates for the naira. In a disclosure that grabbed headlines nationwide, the apex bank said that it would now float the local currency, i.e. allow market forces (demand and supply) to determine the rates for … Continue reading How to Protect Your Business from the Naira Devaluation
How Business Owners Can Cope with the Present Inflation in Nigeria
30th June 2023
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says Nigeria’s headline inflation rate increased to 22.22 per cent on a year-on-year basis in April 2023. According to the report, the figure is 0.18 per cent points higher compared to the 22.04 per cent recorded in March 2023. It said on a year-on-year basis, the headline inflation … Continue reading How Business Owners Can Cope with the Present Inflation in Nigeria
Simplified Strategies for Effective Product/Service Marketing
In today’s competitive business landscape, effective marketing is essential for attracting customers and driving sales. However, marketing can sometimes seem complex and overwhelming. This essay aims to simplify marketing strategies and provide actionable tips to help businesses effectively promote their products or services in a way that resonates with customers. By employing these straightforward … Continue reading Simplified Strategies for Effective Product/Service Marketing
How Business Founders Can Avoid Burnout
The entrepreneurial journey is often marked by intense dedication, long hours, and relentless pressure to succeed. Unfortunately, these factors can lead to burnout, which not only affects the well-being of business founders but also hampers the growth and success of their ventures. This essay explores effective strategies and examples of how business founders can … Continue reading How Business Founders Can Avoid Burnout
Navigating Inflation: Strategies for Spending Money Wisely
Inflation, an economic phenomenon characterized by rising prices and a decrease in purchasing power, can significantly impact individuals’ financial well-being. During times of inflation, it becomes crucial to adopt smart and strategic spending habits to stretch your money further. This essay explores effective strategies for spending money wisely in the midst of an inflation … Continue reading Navigating Inflation: Strategies for Spending Money Wisely
Harnessing the Potential of Word-of-Mouth Marketing
In today’s competitive business landscape, one of the most powerful and cost-effective marketing strategies for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is harnessing the power of customer referrals. Word-of-mouth marketing, driven by satisfied customers, can significantly impact a company’s growth and success. This article explores the immense potential of customer referrals and provides practical insights … Continue reading Harnessing the Potential of Word-of-Mouth Marketing
Innovative Ways to Increase Customer Base for Your SME
In today’s competitive business landscape, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria face the challenge of expanding their customer base to drive sustainable growth. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of innovative strategies that Nigerian SMEs can employ to increase their customer base. Through in-depth analysis and real-life examples, this article aims to equip … Continue reading Innovative Ways to Increase Customer Base for Your SME
The First Bank Management Associate Program 2023
First Bank is currently recruiting qualified graduates for its management associate program. It intends to train them in anticipation of their being fully employed by it. Ultimately, these persons will be deployed to its Francophone subsidiaries. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with one of Nigeria’s leading banks, you may consider … Continue reading The First Bank Management Associate Program 2023
6 Vital PropTech Business Ideas for Nigeria’s Real Estate Industry
The real estate industry has always been an essential part of our economy. However, with the rapid advancement of technology, a new breed of startups has emerged, which are reshaping the way we buy, sell, rent, and manage properties. PropTech startups are leveraging cutting-edge technologies to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and create new business … Continue reading 6 Vital PropTech Business Ideas for Nigeria’s Real Estate Industry
The Sterling Bank Sultan of Sales 2023 Recruitment Drive
Sterling Bank says it’s seeking applications from young Nigerian graduates who want to build a career in sales within the banking industry. It wants them to take part in its ‘Sultan of Sales’ campaign and training program, which will provide a pathway for them to join it as full-time professional salespeople. If you’re looking … Continue reading The Sterling Bank Sultan of Sales 2023 Recruitment Drive
How the New CBN Customer Due Diligence Regulations Will Affect You
The Central Bank of Nigeria recently introduced new rules for due diligence and Know Your Customer processes. In a circular dated June 20, it said that financial institutions in the country are expected to comply with the guidelines when verifying the identities and financial transactions that their customers have with them. They are also … Continue reading How the New CBN Customer Due Diligence Regulations Will Affect You
The Polaris Bank Graduate Intensive Trainee Program 2023
29th June 2023
Polaris Bank is inviting recent graduates from an institution of higher learning to apply for a place in its Graduate Intensive Trainee Program. It is specifically looking to receive applications from persons who want to build a career in Nigeria’s financial services industry. Read more about Opportunities Established in 2018, Polaris Bank has more … Continue reading The Polaris Bank Graduate Intensive Trainee Program 2023
How to Make Your Business Withstand Tough Economic Times
In times of economic turbulence and uncertainty (such as the present moment), businesses face numerous challenges that can test their resilience and viability. The ability to withstand tough operating conditions is a skill that all entrepreneurs should have. After all, downturns are a fixture of economic cycles. If you implement the right strategies, you … Continue reading How to Make Your Business Withstand Tough Economic Times
Real Estate Business: 5 Ways Artificial Intelligence Can Help
We have sauntered into the age of Artificial Intelligence. In just a few years, we’ve witnessed an explosion in the range of applications for this technology. They include chatbots that perform customer service functions; platforms that hold extended conversations with their users; AI assistants building websites from scratch; and tools that produce images and … Continue reading Real Estate Business: 5 Ways Artificial Intelligence Can Help
The Junior Achievement Nigeria Venture in Management Program 2023
Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) is organizing its annual Venture in Management Program (ViMP) for 2023. It is therefore calling on young Nigerians, specifically members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to apply for a place in the program. Junior Achievement Nigeria says that this initiative will prepare corps members to succeed as managers … Continue reading The Junior Achievement Nigeria Venture in Management Program 2023
7 Things You Should Do Before Buying a Business
Purchasing a business gives you the advantage of not having to build it from scratch. This potentially saves you a lot of work, and lets you develop a successful enterprise out of an existing structure. But the process of buying a business shouldn’t be treated with levity. You should take extra care to conduct … Continue reading 7 Things You Should Do Before Buying a Business
The Development Bank of Nigeria Entrepreneurship Training Program 2023
The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) is accepting applications from MSMEs across Nigeria for a place in its Entrepreneurship Training Program. Businesses accepted into this scheme will have their capacities built so that they are able to develop proposals, access and utilize funding, reach their target markets, and manage their operations for sustainable growth. … Continue reading The Development Bank of Nigeria Entrepreneurship Training Program 2023
6 Steps to Future-Proof Your Business
We live in a world in which technological advancements, shifting consumer preferences, and global disruptions have become the norm. Rapid change is standard fare. If businesses want to stay relevant in this new reality, they need to future-proof themselves. Future-proofing involves adopting strategies and practices that enable businesses to adapt, thrive, and remain competitive … Continue reading 6 Steps to Future-Proof Your Business
The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge for Agriculture Startups
Applications are currently open for the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge for agriculture startups. If you run a startup that’s addressing pressing concerns in the agriculture space, you may consider entering this competition for a chance to win funding. You could also be given a place in a global startup accelerator, and attend an international … Continue reading The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge for Agriculture Startups
7 Things Investors Look for in a PropTech Startup
The real estate industry has witnessed a remarkable transformation in recent years, thanks to the emergence of PropTech (Property Technology) startups. These innovative companies deploy contemporary technology to disrupt various aspects of the real estate ecosystem, ranging from property management and transactions to construction and design. Read more about Tech As PropTech gains momentum, … Continue reading 7 Things Investors Look for in a PropTech Startup
The TotalEnergies Young Graduate Program 2023
28th June 2023
TotalEnergies has announced that it is accepting applications from young Nigerian graduates who want to participate in its Young Graduate Program. It says this opportunity is designed for persons who want to begin a career in the energy and petroleum industry. Enrollees will gain real-world experience working in a corporate environment, and benefit from … Continue reading The TotalEnergies Young Graduate Program 2023
7 Tips for a FinTech Looking to Partner with Banks
In the dynamic landscape of financial technology (FinTech), forging strategic partnerships with established banks can be a game-changer for startups. Collaborating with banks not only brings credibility and stability to a FinTech venture but also provides access to a vast customer base and a wealth of industry expertise. Read more about FinTech However, successfully … Continue reading 7 Tips for a FinTech Looking to Partner with Banks
The Startup Wise Guys’ SaaS Accelerator Program 2023
Startup Wise Guys, an organization based in Europe which supports tech ventures all over the world, is inviting startups from across Africa to apply for its SaaS Accelerator Program. It says that this program will help participants improve their company-building process, strengthen their go-to-market strategy, and raise the quality of outcomes that they yield … Continue reading The Startup Wise Guys’ SaaS Accelerator Program 2023
How Artificial Intelligence Can Help You Improve Your Marketing ROI
Forward-looking businesses are always searching for ways to maximize their marketing return on investment (ROI). Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool that can revolutionize marketing strategies and drive better results. By leveraging this technology, businesses can gain valuable insights, optimize campaigns, personalize customer experiences, and ultimately enhance their marketing ROI. Read … Continue reading How Artificial Intelligence Can Help You Improve Your Marketing ROI
6 Things You Should Do Before Choosing a Real Estate Investment Platform
Real estate investment has long been considered a lucrative and stable form of investment. With the rise of technology, the accessibility of real estate investments has greatly increased. These days, there are online platforms that allow individuals to invest in real estate properties without the need for large capital or extensive industry knowledge. Read … Continue reading 6 Things You Should Do Before Choosing a Real Estate Investment Platform
$50,000 Prizes on Offer in the Ecobank FinTech Challenge 2023
27th June 2023
Are you building a FinTech startup that solves some of the most pressing issues across Africa? And would you like to win funding, resources, and access to markets for your venture? If you’ve answered in the affirmative to these two questions, you should consider entering the Ecobank FinTech Challenge. This contest offers you just … Continue reading $50,000 Prizes on Offer in the Ecobank FinTech Challenge 2023
How to Build Online Credibility for Your New Business
In the digital age, establishing online credibility is crucial for the success of any new business. With consumers relying heavily on online research and reviews, building trust and credibility can significantly impact your brand’s reputation and growth. If you take the right approach to launching and scaling in the digital space, you’ll establish a … Continue reading How to Build Online Credibility for Your New Business
The ProvidusBank SME Program 2023 for Entrepreneurs
ProvidusBank, in collaboration with the Enterprise Development Center, is organizing the ProvidusBank SME Program. This initiative is aimed at enabling small business owners to acquire the skills and competencies they need to successfully build and scale their enterprises. Read more about Opportunities Through this program, participants will get help with developing go-to-market strategies and … Continue reading The ProvidusBank SME Program 2023 for Entrepreneurs
6 Ways to Make Your Business Meetings More Productive
Business meetings play a crucial role in driving productivity and fostering effective communication within an organization. However, poorly planned and unproductive meetings can be a drain on time and resources. To ensure your meetings are productive and yield meaningful outcomes, it’s essential to implement strategies that encourage engagement, collaboration, and efficiency. Here, we will … Continue reading 6 Ways to Make Your Business Meetings More Productive
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