What does it take to build multiple businesses, lead over 100 employees, and train more than 12,000 fashion entrepreneurs?
In my recent feature on The Builders podcast by Nidacity, I sat down for a candid conversation about my journey—from selling jewellery as a student to building a multi-sector empire across fashion, media, real estate, and investments.
We dove deep into the realities of doing business in Nigeria: navigating failures, building systems, leading teams, and managing cash flow.
In this episode, I shared:
• My transition from selling jewellery to scaling GMYT Fashion Academy
• Why talent alone is never enough without structure and SOPs
• Managing 100+ staff across interdependent businesses
• How sister companies support each other during low-revenue months
• The power of data, KPIs, and knowing your numbers
• Lessons from failed ventures and why I pay myself a salary
• The mindset that keeps me going when I feel like giving up
Building for the long term requires resilience, structure, and Nigerian audacity.
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