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🚀 As Marius Stefan mentions, fostering a community of high impact innovators starts with getting the right people in your corner - it’s also how we started here at Endeavor Romania. Our board consists of business leaders and entrepreneurs from a variety of industries, who guide the organization’s mission and growth, and who have direct experience with the scaling journey. 🌎 Their collective expertise enables us to effectively support high-growth entrepreneurs, contributing to the development of a more sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem and helping founders to dream bigger, scale faster, and pay it forward. Learn more about our Board Members here: 🤓 https://bit.ly/3ZCxTe0. #MoreThanScaleMultiply #MultiplierEffect

As a CEO, entrepreneur, or someone just starting, it’s crucial to partner with and employ people who are passionate about what they do and step out of their way. This advice comes from Moses O Enenwali, CEO of Topship (YC W22) during an interview two years ago. Despite his passion for entrepreneurship, Moses O Enenwali initially faced setbacks. While in school, he tried several ventures like buying a restaurant and exploring entertainment, but was not successful. He then decided to focus on his education to make sure he didn’t waste his fees 🤭 But he didn’t give up. He eventually started Topship (YC W22) a platform that makes shipping easier for African businesses at flexible rates. He identified the challenges in import and export during COVID-19 in the logistics and supply chain industry and used tech to address these problems. Here are 4 valuable lessons Moses shared for upcoming African CEOs and entrepreneurs: 1. Be Resourceful: Life is unpredictable, and you can’t do everything yourself. Partner with people who are passionate about their work and let them excel in their areas of expertise. 2. Hire the Best: Surround yourself with talented people and step out of their way. Give them the space to innovate, and you'll see great results. 3. Stay Persistent: Success as a CEO isn’t about technical skills alone. What matters is your perseverance and belief in your vision. 4. The Layover Test: Moses O Enenwali talked about how he uses the “layover test” in his hiring processes—he picks the person he’d be comfortable spending hours with during a layover at the airport. He shared “Look for qualities like kindness, curiosity, and cultural fit. The first ten people you hire will shape your company’s culture significantly.” There was something Moses O Enenwali also emphasised on and that is the need to master effective and open communication as this is key for anyone aspiring to be a leader and changemaker. I learned about Moses and his entrepreneurial journey from Ndani TV. Which of these valuable lessons resonates most with you? 👇🏾 Hey, Yayra here! Host of The Yayra Show and a corporate event host & moderator. I’m dedicated to empowering African youths—today’s leaders and tomorrow’s changemakers—to create their own success stories. Follow me and turn on notifications for your dose of inspiration. Let’s transform Africa together, one success story at a time! 💪

🌍 Meet the Co-Founders of The Lekker Network 🌍 Everyone, please meet the four co-founders behind The Lekker Network. Each one of us brings a unique skill and attribute to building this. We’re the co-founding team that will take this idea to market and bring it to life. You're welcome to follow us on LinkedIn as we are involved daily in ideation and strategy. I’ve taken on the responsibility of executing this vision to get it live, and it’s phenomenal to have such incredible partners on board. I’m a big believer in starting businesses with partners. In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever started a business without them! The reason? I’ve realised I lack certain strengths, and that’s where collaboration really shines. Together, we complement each other’s skills, creating a stronger, more dynamic team. Meet the team: ✨ Nic Latouf - The original visionary behind The Lekker Network. A true brand venture builder with a global footprint, Nic specialises in building communities and helping startups thrive. ✨ Madeleine Henstra - Creative Director at FDC, her strategic vision and creativity will shape the network's look and feel. Her ability to craft compelling brand narratives and execute visionary campaigns will be the key to shaping The Lekker Network’s unique identity. ✨ Guy Ellis - A versatile CEO, entrepreneur, and author, with over 50 Board, Advisory, and Founder roles held, Guy excels in business strategy, private equity, and high-growth businesses. ✨ Renier Lombard - Managing Director at FDC, entrepreneur, and execution specialist, Renier is a driving force in turning big ideas into actionable results. Together, we are creating a global network to empower South African entrepreneurs and professionals worldwide. - Follow our journey. We are building The Lekker Network in public and sharing everything as we go along. #LekkerNetwork #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPartners #GlobalNetworking #SouthAfrica

Such a good community you’re founding!! Reminded me how I love small, young, diverse, and educated communities, where our starting point is being driven genuinely toward our ideals, and the need (which I heard from a lot of our failures) is actually to be more pragmatic and grounded in reality and history . It’s really special in our world to have everyone care deeply about their life’s work, and, importantly, grieve deeply when we fail. #AllRoadsLeadToB2BSaaS

Let me tell you one of the most critical things that I learned along my entrepreneurship journey: the big difference between being an “entrepreneur” and having an “entrepreneurial mindset.” As a business person, being an entrepreneur is about taking action and making things happen, while having an entrepreneurial mindset is about strategic thinking. It’s about allowing that strategic thinking to guide you through challenges, failures, and crises. When my business faced a major setback, it wasn’t just “being an entrepreneur” that helped me rebuild and reinvent it to the level it’s at now. It was the ability to say “yes” and take action that made all the difference. This Sunday at HIBS Africa, I will share the formula that changed the succcess path with CEOs and business leaders, from entry to emerging to established businesses. You don’t have to sit and struggle when you can take the knowledge, implement it, and elevate it from any business situation. You don’t want to miss this. See you in the room on Sunday, at 4pm!

At the heart of Comrades Market is the belief in peer-to-peer mentorship and the power of accountability partnerships. My own journey as an entrepreneur was profoundly shaped by having worked in a startup led by an exceptional entrepreneur Rose Kananu, PMP®, CP3P-Foundation, Civil Engineer Seeing her navigate challenges in the extremely volatile startup environment and make decisions that were crucial for growth while at it inspired in me a mindset of courage in the face of uncertainities and a deep desire to deliver a great product. That’s why I’ve made it a priority to offer that same support system to the entrepreneurs we work with. We’re not just offering business coaching or digital marketing support—we’re creating accountability partnerships where entrepreneurs can lean on one another for guidance, encouragement, and advice. This sense of community and collaboration is key. When entrepreneurs help each other, they learn together and grow stronger as a collective. Join us on this journey as we continue to build and empower the next generation of business leaders. https://lnkd.in/d4SUZYJx

🌟 A Milestone Moment at Feamish Business Solutions! 🌍 It’s always a proud moment when we help turn dreams into reality. Today, we celebrated a happy client from South Africa as he received his new company registration—officially beginning his entrepreneurial journey here! At Feamish Business Solutions, we’re more than just a service provider; we’re partners in growth, committed to making business dreams a seamless reality. From guidance on local regulations to delivering results on time, we’re here to simplify every step of the process. 💬 What excites you most about starting a business in a new country? Share your thoughts below! Here’s to new beginnings, limitless potential, and success stories that inspire. 🚀 📌 #ClientSuccess #BusinessSolutions #GlobalEntrepreneurship #FeamishSuccessStories #StartUpJourney #Oman

Fueling entrepreneurial success! Great businesses aren’t born; they’re built—with determination, ingenuity, and technology. A few days after concluding Global entrepreneurship week , we’re reflecting on inspiring success stories from entrepreneurs who trusted Zoho to simplify challenges, scale their operations, and achieve excellence. Because innovation starts with the right tools in your corner. Zoho Middle East & North Africa #EntrepreneurshipWeek #ZohoInspires #SuccessStories

🏆🔥 Just wrapped up an exhilarating entrepreneurial event organized by Vanijya - The Commerce Society of Aryabhatta College, and I'm thrilled to have secured the 1st rank! 🥇 It was a true roller coaster ride! 🎢 It kicked off with a spicy blend of puzzles and quizzes that ignited our problem-solving skills. 🧩 But that was just the warm-up! Our inner entrepreneurs were put to the test with real-world business challenges. 💼 The grand finale? A fierce case study analysis where we had to craft strategies to revive once-thriving companies. Talk about a thrilling challenge! 🚀 Throughout the event, our teamwork, adaptability, and business acumen were pushed to new heights. It was an absolute blast! 🎉 Not only did I have an amazing time, but I also honed skills like critical thinking, strategic planning, and pitching innovative ideas. 💡 Experiences like these are invaluable for any aspiring entrepreneur. Feeling pumped and ready to take on new entrepreneurial adventures! 🔥

I made it onto the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans list, in the Entrepreneurship category. The Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans list features individuals that the Mail & Guardian deem the most influential young leaders across over 15 categories, including entrepreneurship, business, arts and entertainment, civil society, health, technology and innovation, and sport. My first-ever recognition as an entrepreneur, after 12 years in the entrepreneurial journey, starting with my first venture in university.