Building Businesses, Marketing & the Japa Journey | Abiodun Akinyemi | RoundTable with Jide Adekola

What does it really take to build, structure and grow a business in today’s world? In this episode of RoundTable with Jide Adekola, we sit down with Mr. Abiodun Akinyemi for a wide-ranging conversation on business, marketing, personal growth, consulting, relocation and the realities of building a new life and career across borders. Abiodun shares insights from his personal journey, including his experiences growing up, developing an entrepreneurial mindset, understanding the fundamentals of business and navigating the challenges that come with growth. The conversation explores: • The fundamentals of effective marketing and why businesses need more than just visibility • How business owners can create the right structure for sustainable growth • Understanding business consulting and the value of strategic advice • The realities of travelling to, settling and starting a business in Canada • The motivations and realities behind the “Japa” syndrome • What Nigerians should consider before relocating in search of opportunities • Building businesses across different markets and adapting to new environments • Lessons from childhood, upbringing and experiences that shape entrepreneurial thinking • The difference between simply running a business and intentionally building an organisation • Growth, opportunity, adaptability and the importance of understanding your market Beyond business strategy, this is a conversation about people, choices, opportunity and the experiences that shape how we build our lives and businesses. Watch the full conversation and join the discussion. RoundTable with Jide Adekola brings together entrepreneurs, professionals, investors, architects, developers and thought leaders for conversations around business, architecture, real estate, finance, innovation, leadership and the built environment. If you enjoyed this episode, Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe to the channel for more conversations. #RoundTableWithJideAdekola #AbiodunAkinyemi #JideAdekola #BusinessGrowth #Marketing #BusinessConsulting #Entrepreneurship #Japa #Canada #NigeriansInCanada #BusinessInCanada #BusinessStrategy #EntrepreneurshipAfrica #AfricanBusiness