Activator HQ

Activator HQ (formerly Smallstarter Africa) is a market intelligence and capacity development company that actively tracks Africa's Top 100 Business Opportunities and supports entrepreneurs with the insights, training, and guidance they need to start and grow businesses in Africa's promising (but difficult) markets.

Since 2013, our work has helped dozens of entrepreneurs to successfully start, grow, and turn around businesses in several countries within and outside Africa.

The company's core offerings include market intelligence reports (The Africa Top 100 Guide), bespoke business plans, training for entrepreneurs, management consulting for businesses and organizations, private consultations and strategy sessions, online business courses, and personal and group coaching.

Learn more about our work at activatorHQ.com

Chief Business Activator

Smart Havens Africa

Smart Havens Africa aims to get low-income women out of the rental trap by providing them with a secure, affordable home in which to bring up their children and to allow the whole family to flourish, all while creating social and environmental impact.

Advisory Board Member

Smallstarter Africa

Smallstarter.com (now activatorHQ.com) was Africa's premier platform for entrepreneurs and investors who are focused on changing the continent through revolutionary entrepreneurship, social innovation, and impact investing.

The collection of articles, books, podcasts, training courses, and signature programs on Smallstarter revealed the huge potential of doing business in Africa, and how lives can be changed by executing simple but high-impact ideas that solve serious problems, create jobs, and cause economic prosperity.

Since it launched in 2013, Smallstarter Africa attracted a wide readership across six continents and enjoys a very engaged audience and social media following.

John-Paul was the visionary leader of this organisation and plans to bring business education, inspiration, and practical advice to millions of Africans who seek to achieve financial freedom on their own terms.

Founder & CEO

Nexus Alliance

Nexus Alliance is an indigenous contractor in the Nigerian petroleum industry, offering Training, Manpower Support, Business Entry Consulting and Engineering Services. John-Paul was responsible for business development, regulatory compliance and interfacing with key players in the Nigerian oil and gas industry.

Manager, Business Development

PwC Nigeria

PwC is a top professional services firm, offering Tax, Audit and Business Consulting services in more than 150 countries across the globe.

John-Paul's project roles in PwC's Business Consulting business unit involved Business Planning and Strategy development for both new and established businesses, Financial Modeling and Analysis, Project Management, IT Systems and Business Performance Improvement advisory.

Key projects:

- Served on the project management team contracted by Intercontinental Bank (now defunct) to oversee the implementation of a $2 million IT infrastructure upgrade. His duties involved Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Quality Control and Assurance.

- Developed financial models and business plans for a start-up finance company and a life-style/fitness outfit, including market analysis and business performance forecasts.

- Served on a due diligence team that reviewed the regulatory compliance frameworks, service level agreements with third party providers, and business continuity plans for a first-rate Nigerian bank.

- Participated in the forensic investigation and audit of company finances on behalf of a court-appointed liquidator for a major service company in the Nigerian telecoms industry.

- Worked with a team of analysts from the Central Bank of Nigeria, during the Nigerian banking industry reforms, to value the loan portfolios of selected Nigerian banks, as part of the process of validating their performance and recoverability of bad loans.

- Participated in the post-acquisition Human Resources restructuring and Change Management for one of Nigeria’s biggest petroleum downstream companies. The goal of the assignment was to consolidate the gains of the acquisition and prepare the new company for the challenges of global business.

- Served on the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) committee that raised N50 million for charity and helped to organize a health and wellness program, Walk-a-thon 2010, for the PwC Nigeria office.

Associate Consultant

John-Paul Iwuoha is a business activator who makes it easier and faster to start and grow businesses. He works with entrepreneurs to fix tough business problems and unlock the potential of startup and growth-stage businesses.

For more than a decade, he has helped dozens of entrepreneurs start new businesses, raise funds, grow sales, optimize business models, and solve human capital and growth problems.

Previous and current clients include staff cooperative societies of Total Energies and Nigeria LNG, Maruo Farms Gambia, LVPS Medical Centre Project, SHA Uganda, Kuueza Ghana, Finex Microfinance Bank, Shecluded, AWIEF South Africa, Connex Forestry DR Congo, and several others.

John-Paul has an interesting background that cuts across engineering, business, and finance.

He is an alumnus of PwC, the consulting and professional services multinational, where he worked as a consultant in the business advisory and performance improvement practice.

He holds a degree in mechanical engineering, a diploma in accounting and business, and qualified as a chartered certified accountant with ACCA.

John-Paul's core professional strengths are in corporate strategy, financial management, sales and business development, performance improvement, and entrepreneurship development.

He is a trusted business advisor, and a frequent trainer, speaker, and judge who works with business networks and entrepreneur-focused organizations.

He was a Judge for the 2022 & 2023 Africa Business Heroes Prize (sponsored by Alibaba Philanthropy and the Jack Ma Foundation) and the 2023 AWIEF Awards, among others.

In the last decade, he has trained hundreds of entrepreneurs in partnership with organizations such as AWE Europe, the SUN Business Network, the Roddenberry Foundation, the African Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF), and several others.

John-Paul is the author of Jackpot!, a book on fundraising for entrepreneurs. He is also the host of the Activator HQ Podcast (formerly "The Smallstarter Business Podcast").

He has been featured on several media platforms, including CNN, TRT World, The Huffington Post, Fidelity Bank SME Forum, and the African Diaspora News Channel.

In 2018, he was recognized by LinkedIn as a Top Voice on Startups and Entrepreneurship.

Follow him on LinkedIn and learn more about his work at www.activatorHQ.com.

FROM EMPLOYMENT TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP (Course) ✅

Learn how to confidently transition from a full-time job and build a business that gives you freedom, purpose, and long-term success.
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Quitting your job to pursue business and entrepreneurship is a bold (and risky) move.

It could change your life for the better or leave you overwhelmed, confused, and struggling (financially, mentally, and emotionally).

Many people dream of leaving the 9–5 grind to become their own boss. But without the right plan, mindset, and strategy, the transition can be difficult, risky, and frustrating.

This course is your roadmap for making a smart and successful move from employment to entrepreneurship.

You will learn the real triggers that push people to consider leaving their jobs, and the business options worth considering.

This course also reveals the practical steps you need to take before, during, and after you make the leap from employment to entrepreneurship.

If you’re serious about starting your own business, and doing it the right way, this course will show you how to prepare, transition, and thrive.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ✍
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In this course, you will learn:

✅ The major triggers that cause people to quit their jobs and choose the entrepreneurial path.

✅ The types of businesses you can consider if you’re planning to leave employment (with tips on choosing the right one for you).

✅ How to start your business while still employed, and the critical factors to consider for a smooth and safe startup phase.

✅ How to manage the emotional, mental, and financial shifts required to go from employee to entrepreneur.

✅ The best practices to follow before, during, and after your transition to avoid common mistakes and set yourself up for long-term success.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
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This course is valuable for:

💊 Employees who want to quit their job: People who are planning to leave their 9–5 job soon and want a clear transition strategy that reduces risk and increases their chances of success.

💊 Side hustlers and aspiring entrepreneurs: Those who already have a side business but want to know when (and how) to go full-time.

💊 Early-stage entrepreneurs: People who have already made the jump and want to stabilize and grow their new business without regrets.

COURSE DETAILS: ✍
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Format: 5 pre-recorded lesson videos. Available to watch now on mobile, laptop, or desktop.

Flexibility: Watch whenever you want, wherever you are. Learn at your own pace. No need to attend live classes.

Length: 2.5 hours. Full and comprehensive course.

Price: 37,500 Naira (or 45 USD) PER MONTH. This membership subscription gives you full access to this course and over 60 other business courses by John-Paul Iwuoha.

HOW TO JOIN?
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John-Paul Iwuoha

John-Paul Iwuoha is a business strategy specialist. Through his signature training courses and private programs, he has worked with hundreds of African entrepreneurs and business owners to overcome serious challenges with starting, growing, or turning around their businesses.

John-Paul specializes in solving problems that torment entrepreneurs around identifying lucrative market opportunities, attracting customers and growing a business, raising funds, developing strong business systems, hiring and keeping capable people, startup strategy, and market entry strategy.

His work and opinions have been featured in several local and international media, including CNN, Business Day, and The Huffington Post. He was named by LinkedIn as one of the Top Global Voices on Startups & Entrepreneurship.

John-Paul is the Visionary-in-Chief at Smallstarter, a fast-growing online support base for African entrepreneurs. Smallstarter helps passionate people identify and exploit economic opportunities, and gives them the direction and guidance they need to start, grow, and succeed in business.

To learn more about John-Paul's work, signature training courses, and private programs, go to: https://www.smallstarter.com

To check out his published books, go to: https://www.smallstarter.com/books

To listen to his weekly podcast for unique ideas and practical business tips and advice, head over to: https://www.smallstarter.com/podcast

Business Activator. Startup & Growth Specialist for Africa-focused Entrepreneurs

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ORGANISING YOUR BUSINESS FINANCES (Course) ✅

Learn how to set up a financial and accounting system that helps you take control of your business finances, track every naira (or dollar), and build a financially healthy and well-organised business.
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One of the fastest ways to lose control of your business is to lose track of your money.

Many business owners operate in the dark. They guess their profits, forget expenses, mix personal and business funds, or simply avoid financial records altogether.

But if you want to build a serious business that grows, attracts investors, qualifies for loans, or survives a tough season, you must organise your finances.

This course will show you exactly how to set up and manage a financial and accounting system that organises your business finances in a way that is simple, practical, and powerful.

You'll learn how to keep proper records, track your income and expenses, and follow the money so you can make smarter decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and build a financially solid business.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ✍
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In this course, you will learn:

✅ The key benefits of having your business finances organised and under control.

✅ How the accounting system of a business works, and how to use it to track money effectively.

✅ What a Chart of Accounts is, why it matters, and how it helps you understand where your money is coming from and going.

✅ The key roles and responsibilities involved in keeping your business finances in good shape (even if you’re doing it all by yourself for now).

✅ Step-by-step processes for organising and recording different types of financial transactions in your business.

✅ Best practices that successful business owners follow to stay in control of their finances.

✅ Easy-to-use software and apps that can help you organise your finances without stress, even if you’re not an accountant.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
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This course is valuable for:

💊 Small and mid-sized business owners: Entrepreneurs who want to organise their finances better, reduce stress, and make confident business decisions.

💊 Startups and solo founders: Anyone who is just starting a business and wants to set up their finances the right way from Day One.

💊 Growing businesses: Business owners who want to prepare for bigger opportunities—like funding, partnerships, or expansion—and know they need clean and reliable financial records.

COURSE DETAILS: ✍
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Format: 8 pre-recorded lesson videos. Available to watch now on mobile, laptop, or desktop.

Access: Members only. Only members of the BMG Academy can access this course and dozens of other courses by John-Paul Iwuoha. Follow the link below to become a member. 👇

Price: 37,500 Naira (or 45 USD) PER MONTH.

HOW TO JOIN?
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HOW TO SELL IN DIFFICULT & COMPETITIVE MARKETS (Course) ✅

Learn how to stand out, win customers, and grow sales, even when your market is saturated, crowded, or tough to crack.
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Some of the most profitable opportunities in business lie in difficult and competitive markets—but only if you know how to play smart.

Whether it’s a crowded industry, price-sensitive customers, or fierce competitors, these markets can be intimidating.

But they also reward businesses that have the right strategy, positioning, and persistence.

This course will show you how to understand, enter, and win in challenging markets.

You will learn how to use practical strategies that top businesses use to stand out, attract loyal customers, and grow, even in tough environments.

If your business is struggling with sales, stuck in a price war, or trying to survive in a competitive space, this course will give you a clear path to progress.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ✍
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In this course, you will learn:

✅ What difficult and competitive markets are, why they exist, and why you should seriously consider competing in them.

✅ The major types of tough markets, including saturated markets, low-margin sectors, slow-growth markets, and fast-moving competitive spaces.

✅ The pros and cons of operating in these markets, and how to evaluate if your business is built to survive and thrive in them.

✅ Proven and powerful strategies to beat the competition, win more customers, and boost sales, even when the odds seem stacked against you.

✅ How to position your brand and offer in a way that grabs attention, builds trust, and creates preference, even in markets where everyone looks the same.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? 🎯
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This course is valuable for:

💊 Business owners in competitive industries: Especially those struggling to stand out or maintain profitability.

💊 Entrepreneurs launching in tough markets: People entering saturated spaces or planning to disrupt an established market.

💊 Sales and marketing teams: Professionals looking for creative, practical strategies to gain advantage and improve results in difficult markets.

COURSE DETAILS: ✍
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Format: 5 pre-recorded lesson videos. Available to watch now on mobile, laptop, or desktop.

Flexibility: Watch whenever you want, wherever you are. Learn at your own pace. No need to attend live classes.

Length: 2.5 hours. Full and comprehensive course.

Q&A: Use the comments section below each lesson to ask questions, and get feedback and answers from John-Paul that are tailored to your situation.

Price: 37,500 Naira (or 45 USD) PER MONTH. This membership subscription gives you full access to this course and over 60 other business courses by John-Paul Iwuoha.

HOW TO JOIN?
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DEADLY STARTUP MISTAKES (Course) ✅

Discover the critical mistakes that destroy new businesses, and learn how to avoid or fix them before it’s too late.
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Starting a business is exciting, but it’s also a minefield.

One wrong move—and boom!—you’re dealing with problems that drain your energy, waste your money, and threaten the survival of your new business.

The truth is, most businesses don’t fail because they lack ideas, effort, or funding. They fail because of preventable mistakes made in the early stages.

This course reveals the 12 Deadly Sins—the most common and dangerous mistakes that ruin startups and crush the dreams of new business owners.

If you have already started a business or plan to start one soon, this course will open your eyes to the avoidable traps that catch many entrepreneurs and new business owners off guard.

More importantly, you’ll learn how to avoid, overcome, or fix these mistakes—so you can protect your business, grow with confidence, and stay on track to success.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ✍
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In this course, you will learn:

✅ The 12 most dangerous and common mistakes new entrepreneurs make (and why they’re so deadly).

✅ How these startup sins can silently affect your business—causing stress, weak sales, poor execution, lost money, and eventual failure.

✅ How to spot the warning signs of these mistakes before they hurt your business.

✅ Powerful strategies and practical steps to avoid, overcome, or fix each of these deadly sins—no matter what stage your business is in.

✅ Real-world insights and examples that show how others fell into these traps—and how you can avoid their fate.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
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This course is valuable for:

💊 Aspiring entrepreneurs: People who want to start a business and want to avoid common startup traps that can derail their efforts.

💊 New business owners: Founders who are less than 3 years into their business journey and want to avoid (or fix) mistakes that may be holding them back.

💊 Struggling startups: Entrepreneurs whose businesses are not growing as expected and suspect hidden mistakes may be the cause.

COURSE DETAILS: ✍
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Format: 6 pre-recorded lesson videos. Available to watch now on mobile, laptop, or desktop.

Access: Members only. Only members of the BMG Academy can access this course and dozens of other courses by John-Paul Iwuoha. Follow the link below to become a member. 👇

Q&A: Use the comments section below each lesson to ask questions, and get feedback and answers from John-Paul that are tailored to your situation.

Price: 37,500 Naira (or 45 USD) PER MONTH. This membership subscription gives you full access to this course and over 60 other business courses by John-Paul Iwuoha.

HOW TO JOIN?
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Go to https://lnkd.in/dXZYDP3g or follow the link on my profile to join the BMG Academy.

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HOW TO SET & ACHIEVE AMBITIOUS BUSINESS GOALS (Course) ✅

Learn how to set clear, powerful business goals (and actually achieve them) using proven strategies and frameworks used by top companies.
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Every successful business you admire has one thing in common: they have clear goals and a focused plan to achieve them.

Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs and business owners lack focus, don't set serious goals, and drift from one activity to another.

The result? Confusion, wasted effort, and slow or negative growth.

In this course, you will learn how to set big, bold goals—and how to actually achieve them.

If you're tired of vague plans, inconsistent growth, and feeling stuck, this course will show you a better way forward.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ✍
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In this course, you will learn:

✅ The power and impact of goal-setting, and why it can make or break your business growth.

✅ The major types of business goals you can (and should) set, from revenue and profit to customer growth and operational excellence.

✅ Proven frameworks for setting goals—like SMART, OKRs, BHAGs, and more—and how to choose the right one for your business.

✅ How to track and measure your business goals using practical tools and systems.

✅ How to review and audit your business performance to stay aligned with your goals and adjust your strategy when needed.

✅ Best practices for setting ambitious but achievable goals that motivate you and your team to succeed.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
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This course is valuable for:

💊 Entrepreneurs and founders: People who want to take control of their business direction and stop operating blindly or aimlessly.

💊 Team leaders and managers: Those responsible for driving performance and results in a department, business unit, or startup.

💊 Business owners at any stage: Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, this course will help you set the right goals and stay focused on achieving them.

COURSE DETAILS: ✍
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Format: 4 pre-recorded lesson videos. Available to watch now on mobile, laptop, or desktop.

Flexibility: Watch whenever you want, wherever you are. Learn at your own pace. No need to attend live classes.

Length: 2 hours. Full and comprehensive course.

Access: Members only. Only members of the BMG Academy can access this course and dozens of other courses by John-Paul Iwuoha. Follow the link below to become a member. 👇

Q&A: Use the comments section below each lesson to ask questions, and get feedback and answers from John-Paul that are tailored to your situation.

Price: 37,500 Naira (or 45 USD) PER MONTH. This membership subscription gives you full access to this course and over 60 other business courses by John-Paul Iwuoha.

HOW TO JOIN?
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Go to https://lnkd.in/dXZYDP3g or follow the link on my profile to join the BMG Academy.

As a member of the BMG Academy, you get full access to this course and over 60 other business courses by John-Paul Iwuoha.

See you inside! ⏰

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CUSTOMER RETENTION STRATEGIES (Course) ✅

Learn how to turn first-time buyers into loyal, repeat customers who stick with your business and keep your sales and profits growing.
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Getting customers is hard, but keeping them is where the real opportunity lies.

Many businesses are obsessed with attracting new customers. Yet they lose the customers they already have through neglect, poor service, or a lack of strategy.

Customer retention is the hidden engine that powers long-term growth, profitability, and business stability.

When you retain more customers, you reduce your marketing costs, increase lifetime value, and build a stronger brand.

This course will show you why customer retention is one of the smartest investments you can make—and how to do it with simple, effective strategies that work in any type of business.

If you’re tired of chasing new customers while watching old ones quietly slip away, this course is your wake-up call. And your solution.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ✍
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In this course, you will learn:

✅ The major benefits of customer retention and why it matters more than you think.

✅ The powerful goals you can achieve in your business when you focus on keeping more of your existing customers.

✅ 21 specific, practical, and proven strategies you can start using immediately to retain more customers—regardless of what you sell.

✅ How to build stronger relationships with customers that turn into repeat sales, referrals, and long-term loyalty.

✅ How smart businesses use customer retention to outperform their competitors, improve margins, and grow sustainably.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
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This course is valuable for:

💊 Business owners and entrepreneurs: People who want to reduce customer churn, boost repeat sales, and increase the lifetime value of their customers.

💊 Sales and marketing professionals: Anyone responsible for driving business growth who wants to do it smarter—not harder—by retaining more of the customers they already have.

💊 Customer-facing teams: Staff and teams who want to improve customer satisfaction, loyalty, and retention through better service and strategy.

COURSE DETAILS: ✍
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Format: 4 pre-recorded lesson videos. Available to watch now on mobile, laptop, or desktop.

Access: Members only. Only members of the BMG Academy can access this course and dozens of other courses by John-Paul Iwuoha. Follow the link below to become a member. 👇

Price: 37,500 Naira (or 45 USD) PER MONTH. This membership subscription gives you full access to this course and over 60 other business courses by John-Paul Iwuoha.

HOW TO JOIN?
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As a member of the BMG Academy, you get full access to this course and over 60 other business courses by John-Paul Iwuoha.

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MARKETING ON A BUDGET (Course) ✅

Learn effective and low-cost strategies that will help you attract more customers, boost sales, and grow your business, even if your business has a small marketing budget.
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Without the right marketing, your business will be invisible and struggle to attract customers.

But marketing doesn’t have to be expensive to be effective.

Many small and mid-sized businesses think they need a big marketing budget, but that’s not true.

With the right strategy, even a limited marketing budget can produce powerful results.

This course will show you how to maximize every naira (or dollar) you invest in marketing by focusing on what works and eliminating what wastes time and money.

You will learn how to use low-cost, high-impact marketing strategies to attract attention, generate leads, convert customers, and drive consistent growth for your business.

Whether you’re a new business with limited funds or a growing business that's trying to stretch your marketing budget, this course will give you the ideas, strategies, and confidence to market smartly.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ✍
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In this course, you will learn:

✅ The key benefits of marketing on a budget and why it forces you to focus on what really works.

✅ How small businesses can compete and stand out without big marketing budgets or flashy campaigns.

✅ Specific, practical, and cost-effective marketing strategies (online and offline) that deliver strong results.

✅ How to prioritize your marketing activities for maximum return on investment.

✅ Real-world examples of how other businesses have successfully marketed on a budget, and how you can apply similar strategies.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
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This course is valuable for:

💊 Small business owners and startups: Entrepreneurs working with limited marketing budgets who want to get the most out of every budget.

💊 Growing businesses: Companies looking to scale their marketing without overextending their resources.

💊 Marketing teams and solo founders: Anyone responsible for marketing a business who wants fresh, proven ideas that don’t break the bank.

COURSE DETAILS: ✍
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Format: 4 pre-recorded lesson videos. Available to watch now on mobile, laptop, or desktop.

Flexibility: Watch whenever you want, wherever you are. Learn at your own pace. No need to attend live classes.

Length: 2 hours. Full and comprehensive course.

Q&A: Use the comments section below each lesson to ask questions, and get feedback and answers from John-Paul that are tailored to your situation.

Price: 37,500 Naira (or 45 USD) PER MONTH. This membership subscription gives you full access to this course and over 60 other business courses by John-Paul Iwuoha.

HOW TO JOIN?
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Go to https://lnkd.in/dXZYDP3g or follow the link on my profile to join the BMG Academy.

As a member of the BMG Academy, you get full access to this course and over 60 other business courses by John-Paul Iwuoha.

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