On May 1, 2024, an enlightening event centered around the theme “Building for Sustainable Impact” brought together three dynamic speakers, each offering unique insights into entrepreneurship, personal development, and leadership.
The event was held in Calabar. The speakers, Kanu Ekpezu, Mba Ogarekpe, and Daniel Kanu captivated the audience with their diverse perspectives, shedding light on essential aspects of building successful ventures and fostering personal growth.
Here’s a summary of the key takeaways from each speaker:
Kanu:
Kanu ignited the discussion by addressing the fundamental fear of entrepreneurs: “If I build, will they come?” According to him, the answer to this question is another question; “If you don’t build, how would you know?” He emphasized the necessity of taking action despite uncertainty, highlighting the importance of demand in driving profitability. Kanu challenged traditional approaches to market analysis, advocating for a proactive stance in creating products and services. He emphasized the significance of visibility and conversion, urging entrepreneurs to leverage strategies such as the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and free launches to attract and retain customers.
Mba:
Mba placed focus on personal development, stressing the importance of action over mere thoughts. He urged attendees to prioritize self-improvement and overcome fear through consistent effort. He said, as you take care of your body, you should take care of your mind. Decide to improve on yourself daily. You cannot develop that business without developing your mind first. Mba emphasized the value of practice in fostering improvement and cautioned against the pitfalls of procrastination. Additionally, he advised participants to conduct SWOT analyses to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, thus laying a solid foundation for success.
Daniel:
Daniel delved into the realm of leadership, asserting its pivotal role in determining the trajectory of organizations. He explained that every business has two potentials, the potential of succeeding and failure. One of the key points he said was leadership decides everything. And that an organization cannot never rise above the impact of the leader. He underscored the correlation between effective leadership and organizational success, emphasizing the need for leaders to create value, solve specific problems, and foster growth. Daniel outlined three indicators of productive work: the creation of value, the solution of specific problems, and continuous growth. He highlighted the importance of leadership accountability and the potential for transformative change through leadership adjustments.
Conclusion:
The “Building for Sustainable Impact” event provided attendees with a wealth of actionable insights from Kanu, Mba, and Daniel. From the imperative of addressing demand and visibility in entrepreneurship to the significance of personal development and effective leadership, each speaker offered valuable perspectives for those aspiring to make a meaningful impact.
As attendees departed the event, they carried with them not only newfound knowledge but also a renewed sense of purpose and determination to apply these insights in their entrepreneurial endeavors and personal growth journeys.
