• The Activator HQ Podcast (formerly The Smallstarter Business Podcast)

  • By: John-Paul Iwuoha
  • Podcast

The Activator HQ Podcast (formerly The Smallstarter Business Podcast)

By: John-Paul Iwuoha
  • Summary

  • Tune in to John-Paul Iwuoha's unique podcast for practical tips, advice, and insights that'll improve your chances of starting, growing, or turning around your business. If you're an African entrepreneur, or you do (or plan to do) business in Africa, you'll love how John-Paul thinks and talks about strategy, exploiting business ideas and opportunities, market entry, sales and customer acquisition, growth, expansion, raising capital and funding, developing strong business systems, leadership, and hiring capable and loyal people on your team. John-Paul is a business transformation specialist who has worked with dozens of entrepreneurs and business owners to overcome tough business problems. He has been featured on CNN, The Huffington Post, Business Day, and several local and international media. He was named by LinkedIn as a Global Top Voice on Startups & Entrepreneurship.
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Episodes
  • BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: The Birth of Activator HQ & Exciting New Changes In My Life And Business
    Oct 20 2023

    I've been away from the podcast for a year due to an unplanned sabbatical. I'm back with great news and an important announcement.

    10 years after launching Smallstarter Africa, we have re-launched as Activator HQ. Our mission to support entrepreneurs is the same, but our new strategic focus is to make it easier and faster for our audience to start and grow businesses in promising (but difficult) environments like Africa.

    In this re-launch episode, John-Paul Iwuoha explains the rationale for the re-launch, what to expect, and some great news. He hit an ambitious weight loss goal, and welcomed a baby girl this year! 🥳🥳💃🏽

    There will be many takeaways for you in this interesting episode.

    Enjoy!


    Check out the new website at activatorHQ.com.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • SBP 097: How To Repair A Business That Makes Money (Sales) But Is Not Profitable
    Jun 10 2022

    It’s frustrating to run a business that feels like a leaking bucket.

    That’s the situation in businesses that make money from sales, but there’s hardly anything left as profit.

    In this episode of the Smallstarter Business Podcast, I explore the common suspects in these kinds of businesses. 

    I talk about how to look at your business data, and how to troubleshoot everything from sales, expenses, and overhead costs.

    You’re going to find this quite interesting.

    Happy learning!

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    53 mins
  • SBP 096: The Art of B2B Sales: How To Sell And Do Business With Big Companies & Organisations
    Jun 3 2022

    Big companies can make great customers. 

    They have deep pockets. They’re less price sensitive, and they are more likely to work with you for the long term. 

    That’s why B2B sales can be an important growth opportunity for your business.

    In this episode of the podcast, I explore the opportunities and considerations for targeting B2B customers and 5 practical tips to help you successfully land your first big client.

    You’re going to learn interesting stuff!

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    1 hr

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