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OnPeopleTo the Dreamers and the Doers! Feat. Toun and AniemaFor the season finale, our hosts Toun and Aniema reflect on their learnings on the last 10 episodes. From career journeys to leadership lessons, every episode brought valuable nuggets for professionals and leaders alike. We are so thankful to all the amazing guests who shared their stories, insights, and experiences, making this season so impactful. A big thank you to all our listeners, for being part of this journey and to the creatives behind this project as well.Stay tuned, Season 2 is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to bring you even more in...2024-12-2019 min
OnPeopleWanting Better For Yourself Feat. Ife OjobanikanFor the final guest of Season One, Toun and Aniema sit with Ife Ojobanikan, the Chief of Staff at Wakanow, a leading African travel-tech company. In her role, Ife drives strategic initiatives and operations.This episode’s conversation goes into her career journey highlighting how it is a testament to determination, adaptability, and growth. She mentions how mentorships and putting herself out there opened doors to new opportunities. However, she firmly believes that while opportunities may come through favor, it's competence that keeps you.She shares practical advice on how to inspire and guide teams ef...2024-12-1847 min
OnPeopleBuilding on Legacy feat. Dele BalogunIn this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema chat with Dele Balogun, Managing Director of Celebrations, a 35 year old business that offers bespoke gifting services. Dele talks about the dynamics of managing an already existing business as a young leader and the importance of structure and empathy in creating a successful business. He speaks on how he successfully fulfilled his mission to bring structure to Nigeria's gifting industry and how resilience, discipline, and unwavering quality has kept Celebrations thriving across generations.This episode is packed with valuable lessons on the importance of respect, a...2024-12-0450 min
OnPeopleThe Shock of Success feat. Elain ShobanjoIn Episode 8 of OnPeople, Toun and Aniema chat with Elaine Shobanjo, CEO of ShoMya, a successful beauty line offering professional beauty services. Elaine’s journey took a major turn from her beginnings as an Investment Analyst and Advisor in England, to becoming a beauty mogul.In this episode, Elaine shares key lessons from her entrepreneurial journey, She also shares how skills from her corporate experience transcends into her current career, helping her build a successful business.She gives tips on how to create a loyal team by understanding their needs right from the hiring stage. Wo...2024-11-2046 min
OnPeopleThe Power of Connection feat. Dotun OlowoporokoIn this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema sit with Dotun Olowoporoko, the Managing Partner at Ventures Platform, a Pan-African venture capital firm. Dotun has previously worked as the Chief Commercial Officer at Moniepoint and as a Principal at Novastar Ventures. He hosts the Building the Future Podcast, on conversations with people who are shaping the African future.This episode’s conversation explores the unique mindset it takes to be an entrepreneur and how managing this gift becomes crucial for navigating the challenges of leadership.Dotun also tackles the ongoing challenge of talent acquisition an...2024-11-061h 21
OnPeopleThe Gift of Exploring feat. Ivie Temitayo IbitoyeIn this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema sit down with Ivie Temitayo Ibitoye, an HR professional with over 10 years of experience in employee retention, experience, development, and management. Ivie currently serves as the Head of Employee Experience at Sahara Group and is the Founder Work in Nigeria and Elite Hunters.Despite not always knowing what she wanted to pursue, Ivie was clear on what she did not want. This clarity, combined with her resourcefulness, guided her path. Through the episode, Ivie offers practical advice on career growth and development, stressing the value of marketing one's...2024-10-1636 min
OnPeopleExperience Trumps Knowledge feat. Bolaji ShoteIn this episode of OnPeople, Toun and Aniema chat with Bolaji Shote, an HR expert with over 16 years of experience spanning Technology, Consulting, and Financial Services. As the Founder and HR Consultant at Ingenuity HR Solutions, Bolaji highlights the importance of staying relevant through constant upskilling and understanding the intricate dynamics of laws, cultures, people, and data that shape HR practices.The conversation dives into the critical role of HR in stakeholder management, the value of experience over knowledge, and the challenge of bridging generational gaps in the workplace. Bolaji also shares practical...2024-10-021h 02
OnPeopleShowing Up For Yourself feat. Bimpe Femi-OyewoIn this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema chat with Bimpe Femi-Oyewo, a passionate advocate for education and mental health in Africa. As the founder of Edward Consulting and co-founder of the NGO, Kinnect, Bimpe shares her thoughts on the power of showing up for yourself, being intentional with personal and professional growth, and seizing opportunities even when it’s daunting. She emphasizes the importance of visibility and consistency in building credibility, noting, "People bold enough to make the loudest noise are recognized more." The conversation also explores the realities of migration and how to turn those experiences in...2024-09-1848 min
OnPeopleIsolation, Mental health and African Entrepreneurs feat. Dr Ikpeme NetoIn this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema sit with Dr. Ikpeme Neto, a medical doctor, entrepreneur, and health economist with over a decade of experience in the healthcare sector. He is the founder of Wellahealth, a micro health insurance company for high-occurrence diseases in Africa. With a diverse knowledge on entrepreneurship, health and leadership Dr. Neto brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation.He discusses the impact of isolation, revealing data from his early research that states over 60% of African entrepreneurs show signs of clinical depression. Dr. Neto also highlights how urbanization, decreased community...2024-09-0452 min
OnPeopleThere’s No Girl in the TDU feat. Irene NwaukwaIn this episode of OnPeople, we’re excited to have Irene Nwaukwa, a trailblazer in the healthcare sector. With experience at Boehringer Ingelheim, Sanofi, and 54gene, Irene is now leading Infinity Health Africa, driving healthcare innovation across Africa. We explore her early ambition, love for independence, and how a supportive tribe shaped her career. Irene shares her approach to transitioning between industries, her commitment to giving 120% in everything she does, and how she spots opportunities by being fully immersed in the system.Irene also opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship, from unpaid roles to...2024-08-211h 14
OnPeopleOwnership Got Me This Far feat. Babájídé DurosholaIn our premiere episode, hosts Toun and Aniema sit down with Babajide Duroshola, a passionate leader dedicated to helping founders build long-lasting, technology-enabled companies across Africa. With a diverse background in tech, banking, and consulting, Babajide has built a career around scaling companies to success. As the General Manager of M-Kopa Nigeria, he brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to the discussion.Babajide shares his insights on critical topics such as ownership, optimizing for growth and value, and the importance of delayed gratification. He discusses how opportunities meet preparation, the power of transferrable skills...2024-08-0739 min
OnPeopleIntroducting OnPeopleAll aspects of people management, from hiring and onboarding, training, promotions, culture and exit.Where You Can Find Us:Website: www.thepeoplepractice.io/ X: https://x.com/ThePeoplePractInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepeoplepractice.io/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/the-people-practice-africa.2024-08-0401 min
The FlipSmart People Should Build Things - On Recruiting and the Global Competition for Top TalentThe very nature of a high-growth startup means that the company is always growing and hiring at a rapid rate. And for African startups, in particular, the talent question is even more acute, given the general challenges of sourcing for select roles, as well as the difficulty in competing for talent with other startups, multinationals, and companies elsewhere in the world. In this episode, we unpack the talent and recruiting situation for venture-backed startups and growth-stage companies - how do we source for newer types of roles, like product and growth? Do we hire for aptitude and train up...2020-10-0131 min