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Business 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryInside Columbia Business School with Love AlabiWhat does it take to land an offer at the world’s most prestigious consulting firm straight out of business school? Love Alabi has done it twice (in 2 different continents) and can tell you all about it.A proud Nigerian and Associate at McKinsey’s Houston office, she shares her journey from McKinsey to Columbia Business School and back — and the mindset that got her there.Love started her career at McKinsey Lagos, from where she headed to Columbia Business School, focusing on climate and finance, contributing to Microlumbia, the school’s student-led impact investing fund, an...
2025-11-181h 06Business 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryInside Yale School of Management with Femi AyangbayiWhat does it really take to be “Yale material”? In this episode, Femi Ayangbayi (Yale SOM MBA ’25) breaks down what it means to thrive at one of the world’s most selective business schools — and how he made it there.A proud Nigerian, business strategist, and problem solver, Femi has built a career at the intersection of consulting and transformation. Before Yale, he spent nearly five years at KPMG, EY, and Vurin Group, specializing in strategy consulting, business transformation, and supply chain management.At Yale School of Management, Femi served as Co-Preside...
2025-11-041h 02Business 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryInside IESE Business School with Kofoworola ToriolaWhat happens when everything seems to work against your MBA dream? Kofoworola Toriola says you keep going — and keep believing.Kofoworola faced setbacks at every stage of her MBA journey: GRE struggles, rejections from top schools, and doubts along the way. But today, she’s a lawyer-turned-business strategist and incoming Associate at McKinsey’s Lagos office, proving that persistence pays off.A proud IESE Business School (Barcelona) alumna, she served as Co-President of the Africa Business Club, leading initiatives that showcased Africa’s potential on the global stage.Before business school, Kofoworola spent over sev...
2025-10-171h 27Business 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryInside Ross School of Business with Tolulope OgunsolaGetting off the MBA waitlist at a Top Business School is tough — getting funding after that? Almost unheard of, but Tolulope Ogunsola (Ross MBA ’25) did both.Tolu was waitlisted at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, then turned that into a full admission with major funding. In this episode, she breaks down exactly how she did it. Before Ross, Tolu spent four years as a Data Analyst at PwC, building a foundation in analytics and business strategy. During her MBA, she recruited for consulting and led as VP of Communications for the Africa...
2025-10-1354 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryInside Kellogg School of Management with Jibikeoluwa FaborodeInside Kellogg School of Management with Jibikeoluwa FaborodeEver met one of those people that your parents ask if they have 2 heads? Well, let me introduce you to one!Jibikeoluwa is a proud Nigerian, a business strategist and an international policy expert. After completing her MBA at Kellogg, she's now an incoming Consultant at EY-Parthenon’s Houston office. At Kellogg, she served as Vice President of Global Affairs for the Kellogg Student Association and worked to deepen student’s access to global experiences, geostrategy learning and community building in a world with growing divi...
2025-09-291h 18Business 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryInside Harvard Business School with 'Demilade OresanyaHow do you go from "your story is decent but not memorable" to "welcome to HBS"? 'Demilade Oresanya will tell you it takes a village! 'Demilade is first of all a proud Nigerian. He's also a business strategist, and an Associate at McKinsey’s Toronto office. He is a class of 2025 MBA grad from Harvard Business School, where he served as co-President of the Africa Business Club and worked to connect African companies with world-class talent.Before HBS, 'Demilade spent close to a decade in sales, marketing, and strategy ro...
2025-09-2254 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryInside University of Chicago Booth School of Business with Sharon NwaniNo one has a better perspective of Booth School of Business at The University of Chicago than Sharon Nwani, an operations leader, who in her current role, serves as a Pathways Operations Manager at Amazon. She is a Class of 2025 Booth MBA graduate, where she served as Co-Chair of both the Booth Africa Club and the Emerging Markets Club at Booth, driving initiatives that unlocked the power of community, collaboration, and opportunity across borders. Before Booth, Sharon worked across development finance, consulting, and strategy roles in Sub-Saharan Africa and South America, driving over $500m worth...
2025-09-151h 13Business 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryInside the world's most prestigious business schools / TRAILERHey, Business101Podcast fam!I've been working on a special series for more than 2 months. This "INSIDE THE WORLD’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS BUSINESS SCHOOLS” series is the ONLY podcast that condenses EVERYTHING you need to know about the MBA and how to get into your dream business school.I sat with recent graduates from 13 of the world's top business schools in Europe and North America, including:- Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago- Columbia Business School at Columbia University- Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia - Fuqua School of Business at Duke University - Ha...
2025-09-1404 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryFrom $40K Flip to $50M Fund: Fuquan Bilal’s Real Estate Mastery & Wealth StrategyIs real estate the ultimate path to business mastery, money freedom, and financial strategy? Fuquan Bilal reveals how he turned distressed property into $50M in real estate capital using data, finance, and AI-powered strategies.Episode Summary:Real estate isn’t just about property — it’s about mastery, strategy, and finance discipline. In this Business 101 Podcast episode, host Ayo Oye sits down with Fuquan Bilal, CEO of NNG Capital Fund, who has raised over $50M while building a portfolio of luxury homes and multifamily assets.🔑 Key Takeaways:Learn how Fuquan turned failures into prof...
2025-09-0942 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryFinancial Epiphany: Master Money Habits, Strategy and Multiplying Power w/ Scott YamamuraAre you stuck in business or money management? Discover how mastery, finance strategy, and data-driven habits can double your money, fuel profit growth, and protect your bottom line in the AI era.In this episode of the Business 101 Podcast (ranked Global Top 10% on ListenNotes), host Ayo Oye sits with Scott Yamamura — author of Financial Epiphany and financial coach — to unpack how communication mastery meets money strategy.🔑 Key Insights:Why guilt can become growth and debt can turn into strategyThe 3 Financial Epiphanies: doubling power, multiplying ratios, and time as your biggest capital...
2025-08-2952 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasterySimple Tax Mistakes That Sink Profits: Smart Business Tax Strategies w/ Tanya AkimenkoDiscover the simple tax mistakes that can sink your business profits. In this episode, Tanya Akimenko of Golden Apple Agency shares finance insights, accounting mastery, and tax strategies every entrepreneur must know to protect money and stay audit-ready.What you’ll learn:• The language of accounting every business owner must master• The most common tax mistakes that drain profit and how to fix them fast• S-Corp vs C-Corp explained: pass-throughs, double taxation, and choosing the right structure• How to document properly so audits stay calm, not chaotic• When DIY taxes get costly and why expe...
2025-08-2543 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth Mastery401k Tax Strategies for Business Owners: Maximize Savings & Retire Early w/ Matt RuthenbergUnlock 401k tax strategies for business owners and discover how to save six figures in taxes while building long-term wealth. Matt Ruthenberg shares expert insights on retirement planning, tax benefits, and custom plan stacks designed for founders who want financial freedom and early retirement.What you’ll learn:• How business owners underuse 401k plans and the hidden opportunities inside the tax code• Profit sharing, cash balance defined benefit plans, and the “retirement plan stack”• 401k vs Roth IRA, mega backdoor Roth, and self-directed real estate options• S-Corp salary rules, LTIPs for key employees, and state auto...
2025-08-1845 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryFrom Dyslexia to CEO: AI, Entrepreneurship & Fundraising Strategies w/ Rob MatzkinDiscover how AI, entrepreneurship, and smart fundraising strategies turned dyslexia into a superpower for CEO Rob Matzkin. In this Business 101 Podcast episode, Rob shares how he built Booze Carriage—the first alcohol delivery service in the US—raised capital for MyQuest in edtech, and now leads a $50M deep tech fund at Singularity Ventures.What you’ll learn:• How dyslexia shaped Rob’s mindset and entrepreneurial advantage• Building Booze Carriage and navigating alcohol delivery compliance• Lessons from MyQuest: why B2B edtech wins over B2C• Practical ways AI gives operators a competitive edge• Fundra...
2025-08-1341 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryMoney Mastery with Paris Cluff: Essential Finance Tips, Budgeting & Investing for GrowthUnlock essential finance tips, budgeting strategies, and investing insights with financial coach Paris Cluff. In this Business 101 Podcast episode, Paris reveals what most financial advisors won’t tell you: why budgeting should free not restrict, why emergency funds are nonnegotiable, and how sinking funds and buffers can transform your cash flow management.What You’ll Learn:• Why financial coaching offers more practical value than traditional advising• The most common budgeting mistakes—and how to fix them fast• How sinking funds stabilize your finances and protect against surprises• Investment strategies to navigate volatile markets with confidenc...
2025-08-0756 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryAI Strategies for Startup Success with Raj Singh | Business 101 PodcastJoin Ayo Oye as he talks with Raj Singh, a successful entrepreneur who has built and sold multiple tech startups, including one acquired by Mozilla. In this episode of the Business 101 Podcast, we delve into the transformative role of AI in business strategy, discussing key insights into product validation, scaling startups, and the dynamics of company acquisitions. Raj shares his experience leading innovation at Mozilla, highlighting the essential entrepreneurial mindset and the differences between startup hustle and corporate execution. Whether you're building a new...
2025-08-0152 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasterySmart Business Growth: Profit-First Strategy for Sustainable Success | Business 101 PodcastIn this episode of the Business 101 Podcast, CFO advisor Emmanuel Skevofilax shares essential strategies for sustainable business growth. Discover the real cost of fast growth and how to protect your bottom line by leveraging AI, data, and finance. Scaling too quickly can lead to financial loss for even solid companies; Emmanuel breaks down common mistakes leaders make—from chasing top-line revenue to neglecting crucial financial ratios. Learn why prioritizing profit over scale is vital, how to maintain cash flow, and methods for tracking your company’s financial health in real-time. This episode is a must-listen for founders looking to grow...
2025-07-2836 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryMaximizing Business Profit and Revenue with Data Insights | Business 101 PodcastDiscover how a seasoned consultant uses sales strategy, business systems and financial insight to drive growth, profit and lasting revenue. In this episode of the Business 101 Podcast, we dive deep with Christopher Filipiak, a business coach who teaches founders and solo consultants how to design more profitable, scalable businesses through intentional systems, honest pricing and real ownership.Christopher breaks down how bad sales habits ruin businesses; how mindset is only one part of the fix; and why building a business without being glued to every client call is the real goal. You'll learn why intellectual courage, clean sales processes...
2025-07-2439 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryUnveiling Fundraising Secrets for Business Capital | Katherine LacefieldIn this episode, Ayo Oye, MBA, ACA, B.Sc., a seasoned Business Consultant with experience at McKinsey, Deloitte & PwC, speaks with Katherine Lacefield, Founder of Just Be Cause Consulting. They delve into the crucial role of fundraising in business growth and capital acquisition. Katherine shares insights from her 20 years of experience in executing effective fundraising strategies for non-profit organizations globally. As the former Coordinator of PhiLab, Canada's largest philanthropic grantmaking research lab, she discusses her extensive work in grantmaking research focused on social and environmental justice. This conversation illuminates how organizations can enhance their fundraising efforts to ultimately improve...
2025-07-2141 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryLegal Secrets for Business Growth: Build a Sustainable CompanyIn this episode, Ayo Oye, MBA, ACA, B.Sc., a seasoned Management Consultant with experience at McKinsey, Deloitte & PwC, sits down with Brandon Woodward, Managing Partner at Woodward, Kelley, Fulton & Kaplan Law Office. They delve into the essential legal considerations for building a sustainable business. Over his 25 years of guiding startups and closely held companies, Brandon has transformed his law firm from a card table operation into a six-figure business, revealing critical lessons about growth, profit, and safeguards against costly legal mistakes. This conversation uncovers the biggest blind spots entrepreneurs often overlook, the importance of...
2025-07-1539 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryMasterclass in Business Resilience: Turning Setbacks into Growth OpportunitiesIn this episode, we explore critical lessons in business resilience and growth with John Follis, co-founder of Follis & Verdi, as he shares insights from his journey from being fired to receiving honors at the White House. This fascinating story serves as a case study in leveraging adversity for entrepreneurial success. Discover how to navigate the challenges of starting a business in the competitive advertising industry, identify hidden opportunities in setbacks, and understand why creating your own unique path can lead to sustainable growth. This conversation offers valuable insights for early-stage founders and professionals alike, emphasizing...
2025-07-1039 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryFrom Tech to Profit: How Steve Cowan Built a High-Growth Business with Data, Finance & MicrogreensWhat happens when a former tech executive applies business intelligence, financial strategy, and data-driven thinking to the wellness industry?In this episode, we speak with Steve Cowan, founder of BeMicro, America’s first freeze-dried microgreens supplement company. After leaving a lucrative tech career, Steve bootstrapped a product nobody understood — and turned it into a fast-growing company with national reach and impressive revenue growth.We dive into:How to build a profitable business using real-time data insights and financial ratiosTurning an unconventional idea into a scalable revenue-generating companyWhy ever...
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Business 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasterySmarter Business Growth with AI, Data & Finance: Build Assets, Maximize Profit & Prepare for ExitDiscover a smarter way to grow your business in this power-packed episode featuring Stephanie Hayes — a top-tier business consultant and founder of Assets to Exits. We unpack actionable strategies to move beyond revenue and start building sellable business assets that enhance your valuation, profit margins, and long-term growth.Explore the intersection of AI, data, finance, and business strategy — including real insights on exit planning, financial ratios, and valuation metrics trusted by firms like McKinsey, Deloitte, and PwC. Whether you're a solo founder, service provider, or scaling a company, this episode is your blueprint to creating sustainable business weal...
2025-06-2737 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryVolkswagen’s Business Failures: Finance, Data & Reputation Risks from Hitler to TodayIn this finance-focused episode, we explore Volkswagen’s business failures through the lens of data, money, and corporate risk. Learn how AI, finance, and consulting firms like McKinsey & Deloitte could’ve changed its fate.Dive into the complex financial legacy of Volkswagen—from its controversial roots with Hitler and Porsche to the profit losses, ratio missteps, and brand damage that followed. Discover how poor data decisions and financial mismanagement nearly cost the company its global standing.We unpack lessons modern businesses, chartered accountants, and consultants can learn from this history. You’ll also hear how AI in bu...
2025-06-1308 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryHow a €10 Billion Loss Turned Volkswagen into a Business & Finance Powerhouse | AI, Data & Strategy BreakdownIn this episode of Business 101, we dive deep into a €10 billion business blunder that reshaped the future of two iconic companies—Volkswagen and Porsche. What started as a bold financial move by Porsche ended in massive losses and an unexpected reversal of control. We analyze this high-stakes case through the lens of money, data, AI in business, and corporate strategy.Learn how poor risk management and overleveraged derivatives flipped the balance of power, and why understanding financial ratios, revenue growth metrics, and consultation from experts like McKinsey, Deloitte, and PwC is crucial to protecting your company’s bottom...
2025-06-1307 minBusiness 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryAI, Money & Risk: Business Lessons from Queen Elizabeth’s Financial LossesWhat can today’s businesses, consultants, and chartered accountants learn from the Royal Family's financial missteps? In this episode, we dissect Queen Elizabeth’s unexpected financial losses through a data-driven lens, uncovering insights on risk management, profit protection, and strategic investment.Explore how poor financial oversight and rogue trading shook royal finances—and what companies like McKinsey, Deloitte, and PwC might advise in similar situations. We also dive into the role of AI in business, examining how smart automation and predictive analytics can prevent massive losses and improve key financial ratios.Whether you're a finance profes...
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Business 101 Podcast | Finance and Growth MasteryAI, Data & Warren Buffett’s Secrets to Long-Term Financial GrowthIn this episode of Business 101, we decode the powerful intersection of business, money, AI, and data-driven finance—all through the lens of Warren Buffett’s timeless investment principles. Learn how today's top consultants, accountants, and firms like McKinsey, Deloitte, and PwC apply these strategies to drive growth, increase revenue, improve profit margins, and protect the bottom line.💼 Whether you're a chartered accountant, business owner, or corporate leader, you'll gain real-world insights into:Why understanding ratios and avoiding common losses can elevate your portfolioHow AI in business and smart data use are transforming investm...
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