Brainy Days

On this episode, Mike and Nana interview serial Ghanaian entrepreneur Elikem Wellington. Elikem has launched several ventures in the past 10 years ranging from event planning agencies, to shipping and logistic companies, to a phone accessory hub. Elikem shares what makes all this possible and talks about certain mindset shifts you have to have to be successful in business regardless of how old you are. Check out Elikem here → https://twitter.com/LokiDidThat Join our community of African entrepreneurs here → https://www.brainstormafrica.com/inner-circle/

On this episode, Mike and Nana interview seasoned pharmacist and entrepreneur Apothecary Andy. They take a look at the business world and how to mix good health practices into it so you can live longer and do business longer. Check out Andy's profile here > https://www.instagram.com/apothecaryshots/ Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

In this episode, Mike and Nana speak with renowned marketing strategist Patty the Strategist to discuss the role of strategy in entrepreneurship. Patty is an experienced coach and consultant for businesses trying to penetrate the digital space. Here's a link to her socials https://www.instagram.com/pattythestrategist/ Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

This is a recording from a Twitter Space Conversation we had a while back on the topic of the newly implemented e-levy in Ghana. Mike and Nana were joined by social and business influencers who are also friends of the podcast. William Duncan, Desmond Bredu, Elikem Wellington, Dieudonne, and other young Ghanaian entrepreneurs who are doing amazing work all showed up to have this conversation with the boys. This is the second part of the two-part conversation. Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

This is a recording from a Twitter Space Conversation we had a while back on the topic of the newly implemented e-levy in Ghana. Mike and Nana were joined by social and business influencers who are also friends of the podcast. William Duncan, Desmond Bredu, Elikem Wellington, Dieudonne, and other young Ghanaian entrepreneurs who are doing amazing work all showed up to have this conversation with the boys. This is the first part of the two-part conversation. Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

In this episode, Mike and Nana chat with Spear Capital founder and CEO William Duncan about business capital and how to effectively manage the resources your business has no matter the size. Connect with William on Twitter here https://twitter.com/s8kyi Find out more about Spear Capital here spearcapitaladvisory.com Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

On this episode, Mike and Nana talk with Jason Horby, Founder of JXMA.co in the UK, about the differences and similarities of working with people from different enthnographic backgrounds. Connect with Jason here → https://www.instagram.com/jasonhorby/ Listen to his podcast here https://www.instagram.com/dailydoseofboss/

If you're interested in joining our Inner Circle Community, this is the link to the application form. https://forms.gle/mU4Vuqmbzr4kY7vG9 Customer Experience makes or breaks your business. This episode breaks down the topic of customer experience and provides steps to stay untop of your game. To help Mike and Nana deliver the magic is Maureen Atebawone. Maureen is a Customer Experience Trainer and the Founder of Bawoni Consult. Bawoni Consult is a firm set up with the main aim of helping businesses grow through customer experience. She’s also a member of the West African Association of Customer Service Professionals. Connect with her: Web: www.bawoniconsult.com (http://www.bawoniconsult.com/) IG: @bawoniconsult Twitter: @bawoniconsult

If you're interested in joining our Inner Circle Community, this is the link to the application form. https://forms.gle/mU4Vuqmbzr4kY7vG9 Maame Fosua is the Founder of Hallel Inc., one of the fastest growing online book stores in Ghana. She's scaling her business fast and is venturing into other ventures while still in her final year pursuing her undergrad at Ashesi University. She shares some valuable tips for those wanting to start their online stores. Connect with Maame here > https://www.linkedin.com/in/maame-fosua-akonnor-962200166/ Check out Hallel here > https://www.instagram.com/hallel.inc/

Selling is the lifeline to your business. No business can survive without this. In this episode, Michael Lawson and Nana Yaw-Ofori-Atta dissect selling and take a look at some best practices to help you level up your selling. Join The Inner Circle community waitlist with this link https://forms.gle/Jmd4MaQF6DcvitEm8

PART 2 This is a Twitter Space recording of a conversation Michael and Nana have with Ghanaian based digital artist, Georgette Asiedu. In this part, we wrap up the conversation and have a few visitors pop in to support Georgette and help educate us on the NFTs space. Find out more about Georgette here > https://znap.link/kingfikser Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

PART 1 This is a Twitter Space recording of a conversation Michael and Nana have with Ghanaian based digital artist, Georgette Asiedu. In this part, we take a deep dive into her journey and start looking at the fundamentals of what an NFT is. Find out more about Georgette here > https://znap.link/kingfikser Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

In this episode Mike and Nana interview Mildred about her journey so far as a social influencer and master of the french language. Reach out to her on Twitter >https://twitter.com/JeSuisDAMN__ Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

Twitter is a very powerful social media platform gaining so much popularity in our part of the world. What does this mean for individuals here? What about the many businesses? Mike and Nana break down the “Twitter craze” and what exactly it means for its users. Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

In 2022, our aim is to help as many brands and individuals create powerful social media campaigns to help generate as much traction and attention as possible. Mike and Nana run us through 5 ways to help interested persons improve their social media campaigns. Take a listen! Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000 www.brainstormafrica.com

Starting anything can be very scary. Filled with uncertainty and a lot of “what if’s”. What to do, how to do it and who you are doing it for are very important questions you need to answer. Mike and Nana walk you through some important things to look out for when starting a Podcast. Take note and crush it! Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

Welcome to 2022! Never too late to wish you a happy new year from the entire team at Brainstorm Africa. In this week’s episode, Mike and Nana recap 2021 and all it came with for them. What it meant to them and some lessons they picked from the previous year. They also looked at what they are looking forward to in 2022. Looking for an amazing community of industrious young people? Join the inner circle today. Apply for our January cohort here> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeE1YV5sgBKEVa0Fg-T0JIbVOOPoLvkW9iLTqnqdlJiNQWnUQ/viewform

In this episode, Mike and Nana interview David Adu-Amoani, the Founder of Stockshop. It's a tech startup aimed at helping finance and support vendors that use their platform to sell their products. We discuss taking opportunities whenever they present themselves and how to avoid missing out on key moments in your life. Contact David here > https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-dieudonne-adu-amoani-170b1514a/ Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

Mike and Nana are joined by CEO and Founder of Tribe Of God, Jude Dontoh. Tribe of God is a thriving clothing brand in Ghana and in this episode, Jude shares how he overcame some early mistakes in his career and how they play a major role in who he is today. Check out his business page here https://www.instagram.com/tribeofgod/ Say hi to Mike > https://www.instagram.com/themikelawson/ Say hi to Nana > https://www.instagram.com/oneman1000/ www.brainstormafrica.com

Mike and Nana are joined by Makafui Ayimey, Founder and Lead of the Accra Goods Market. Makafui shares some insights into how he set up the market, how runs this business as a side hustle to his main job and the struggles he faces daily to make their events amazing every single time using the power of branding.