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The Career Lie: Only Certain “Good Jobs” Lead to Wealth

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Key Takeaways The “only certain jobs lead to wealth” idea is a status story , not a money law. A prestigious career can still produce financial stress if there is no surplus, no protection, and no compounding plan. In unstable economies , wealth depends more on systems and adaptability than on titles alone. The real trap is not education—it’s outsourcing your financial future to one path and hoping it carries everything. You don’t need to abandon your career. You need to stop expecting your career title to do the work of a financial system.           A lot of people didn’t choose their career from desire. They chose it from fear. Fear of poverty. Fear of embarrassment. Fear of being the person in the family who “ didn’t make it. ”  So they picked the safest-sounding name: the respected course, the trusted degree, the job that gets nods at family gatherings. And for years, they carried that choice like a passport to a better life—only to arriv...
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The Real Power of Networking in Nigeria: Not All Connections Are Equal

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           In Nigeria, networking or “ connection ” is everything. From landing a job, securing a government contract, getting out of police trouble, or getting into university—you often hear people say, “ I get person for there. ” Networking is deeply woven into the culture. But here’s what many Nigerians don’t realize: not all connections are created equal. There are high-quality connections—built on skill, mutual value, goal alignment, and purpose—and there are low-quality connections, often rooted in sentiment, proximity, familiarity, or survival. Understanding the difference is the first step in building a network that actually adds value to your life , takes you to the next level and brings success. 1. High-Quality Networks: Skill + Value + Shared Vision        These are intentional relationships, not just acquaintances or people you know. In Nigeria, the misconception is that “ having a rich uncle ” or “ k...
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Location: Nigeria
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S1E2: The Price Of Wealth: From Clubs To Forbes

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[ Present Day ]          Cameras roll in a sleek modern studio in Lagos. Soft lights reflect off a glass table as Mrs. Candace smiles at the man sitting across from her. The 27-year-old billionaire, Tega Olamide. A quiet confidence sits on his face, his custom agbada blending tradition with modern flair. Mrs Candace started by saying, “ Mr. Tega Olamide, welcome to Forbes Africa. I imagine it’s been a long journey to get to this seat. I wanna know, How are you feeling right now?” Tega smiles, “ Honestly, surreal. It feels like I’m watching my life from outside myself. I can't really say it's a dream come true because I NEVER imagined in a million years, that Forbes will be interested in interviewing me... but yh, I would say I'm truly honoured to be here”.   Candace continues, “ well take it from me, it would be A Dishonour, if we didn't have you on today! I mean , you ’re officially the youngest billionaire in Nigeria at 27 years old. Most...
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S1E1: The Village Project

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          Come closer friends, and let me tell you a tale. Tonight we write of Femi.. Ah Femi! His dream was simple—to build a grand house in his village so that everyone would see his success. And he did. A beautiful house, big and strong. But years passed, and the house remained empty, while Femi struggled to pay rent in the city.      But that’s not all. For you to understand this story you must also know the tale of The Latecomer:           Daniel waits for everyone to make money from an investment before joining as his way of making sure it’s a “safe investment”. He always waited. When stocks were cheap, he was afraid. When crypto was low, he was unsure. But when prices rose, he rushed in—only to lose all his money. You see, By then, the opportunity was gone, and he entered at the worst time. Do you now know the lesson here? Let me give you a clue…. Real investment is about growing wealth smartly, n...
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Location: Nigeria
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