A radio show/Blog for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs, with the aim of inspiring, motivating &amp; teaching business owners or those thinking of starting out. From Ibom plaza to global game changers, hear how they did it, what they did right &amp; wrong, and why they are so passionate about their business. 

Startup HalfHour

Customer Acquisition with Lekan Bamigboye and the host Francis Onuk

The ambition to enable people to find your product through a relevant search, be convinced of your product quickly and then efficiently onboard themselves is known as customer acquisition, Lekan a digital marketing expert shares some tips on how business owners can better utilize the strategy.

TAKING CHARGE OF YOUR BUSINESS WITH PROMISE HENRY AND THE HOST FRANCIS ONUK

Being a fashion designer is a lot of hard work. However, one of the hardest aspects is finding the inspiration for your work. Promise Henry, a fashion startup founder shares her story with the host Francis Onuk.

Opportunities for startup founders-Grants with Bright Frank and the host Francis Onuk

Opportunities abound for startup founders. One such way is applying for grants. Today, we looked at the different grant opportunities available for founders.

Digital Marketing for startups with Olamilekan Bamigboye, Lois Aniefiok and the Host Francis Onuk

Digital marketing for startups is an essential thing needed for all businesses. The guests share tips on how founders can key into it.

2022 business recap with Chinasa, Lois Aniefiok & the host Francis Onuk

As the last episode for the year 2022, we look back at challenges most business owners have faced, how they can overcome as well as what they can do better in the coming year...

Get Rid of indecisiveness and start with Kufre Ernest and the host Francis Onuk

As populations continue to increase and there is more and more demand for our energy and resources, it is increasingly important that each of us ensure our waste is handled and disposed of safely and sustainably. Kufre Ernest of GET TRID Waste management shares her journey as a startup founder, her challenges, and her motivations.

Boost sales this festive season as a startup with the host Francis Onuk

The festive season is a fantastic time for sales, but many need to seize all the ways they can increase sales during this time. The last of the holiday season for 2022 is just around the corner. There is a substantial increase in sales of electronics, clothing, jewelry, footwear, and many others during this time. Whether small or big, every business looks for attractive strategies to boost sales, which is the most critical time for business owners. 
Francis shares some tips which will help you get more sales this season for your products and services.

Tips for startup founders to grow their business with Michael Obiofiong, Edwin Effiong and the host Francis Onuk

Certain things are imperative to starting out in business, the guest shed lights on some of the key things in their opinion, founders should keep in mind.

Digital Arts and opportunities for startups with Inem Obong, Blessing Ossom and the host Francis Onuk

There are loads of opportunities in the digital arts sector waiting for young people to tap into. What are some of these? How can one key in? Inem Obong, a painter and digital artists as well as Blessing Ossom- a digital illustrator shares with the host who happens to be a painter and digital artist.

Scaling your Startup with Theresa Usen-Ebong and the host Francis Onuk

Starting a business can be hard but scaling it???  Theresa is the State Manager of V Pay and she shares some tips.

Starting out as a Student Preneur with Eno-Obong Anthony and the host Francis Onuk

Studentpreneurs are next-generation entrepreneurs who believe in starting young, building scalable businesses, and driving social change while simultaneously pursuing their formal education.
Eno-Obong Anthony is a student and also an entrepreneur in the world of interior decor. She shares her experiences so far on the show that gets you past dreaming into doing with the host Francis Onuk

TechGirls Drive with Edidiong Attat, Abasiama Cyril and the host Francis Onuk

Female participation in the tech sector is quite low. An initiative to drive more girls to consider careers in STEAM-Science Tech, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics.

Starting A Creative Business with Edima Imara and the Host Francis Onuk

A creative person can turn his or her passion into a business. Edima Imara, creative director of Dance Ville, a creative academy speaks on starting a creative business as well as sharing her challenges in the last 13 years.

ECOTOURISM with Chioma Ajah and the host Francis Onuk

Ecotourism is a form of tourism involving responsible travel (using sustainable transport) to natural areas, conserving the environment, and improving the well-being of the local people.[1] Its purpose may be to educate the traveler, to provide funds for ecological conservation, directly benefit the economic development and political empowerment of local communities, or to foster respect for different cultures and for human rights. Chioma Ajah shares her views on it and how startups can key into the sector.

Music as a business with Aniebiet Dickson Fsharp and the host, Francis Onuk

The music industry consists of the individuals and organizations that earn money by writing songs and musical compositions, creating and selling recorded music and sheet music, and presenting concerts, as well as the organizations that aid, train, represent and supply music creators. Many people do not know that there are different startup opportunities in the music sector. Aniebiet Dickson, a musician, multi-instrumentalist, and music teacher shares some and how young people can key in.

Opportunities In Tech Startup Ecosystem - For Techies and None Techies with Daniel Chinagozi and the host Francis Onuk

The founder of Innovation Growth Hub, Daniel Chinagozi shares some opportunities in the startup ecosystem.

Startup like a Designer with Benny Odumu and the host Francis Onuk

When we hear the word design, we often associate it with beauty and function but startups have a lot to learn when they infuse design elements and principles in their product or services. In other words, design is an amalgamation of science and art. Benny Odumu a visual designer shares his journey and lessons learned starting out in the entrepreneurial world.

Reading Your Way To Success with Enobong Etuk of Boldoz Bookstores and the Host, Francis Onuk

It’s often said that readers are leaders. You are what you read, and if your goal is to build a massively successful company where you call the shots, you might want to start by equipping your mind with adequate knowledge to succeed.
Francis Onuk this Friday to share her journey reading to success.

Giving and Sharing Value as a Startup Founder with Aniebiet Joshua and the host Francis Onuk

Giving and sharing value as a startup founder with Aniebiet Joshua on the show for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs

Leveraging Google Scholarship for Digital Marketing and e-commerce with Lois Aniefiok, Chinasa Casmir, Goodness Idio and the host Francis Onuk 

Announcing professional certificate courses in digital marketing and e-commerce for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) and have made available 1,000 scholarships to Africans who desire to enroll. 
The certificate program is the most recent in a series of efforts by Google and its partners targeted at preparing participants for entry jobs. The scholarships will help small businesses across Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa learn how to leverage digital marketing strategies and e-commerce to sell online.
Find out more at g.co/grow/ecommercecertificate
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Spinning New Startups with Tech Talents with Udim Manasseh and the host Francis Onuk

New startups are emerging through technology. How can tech talents bring in new startups? This is what Udim discusses with the host Francis Onuk

One-o-one with One Gas Oyo Enebong and the host Francis Onuk

Building a business that transcends generations is not so common in our clime but Oyo Enebong who is the general manager of 1 Gas, stepped into his Father's business adding innovation to its operations. He shares some tips and what gets him going.

Photography for a Cause with Mayor Otu and the host Francis Onuk

For some, photography is a profession, for others, it’s a necessary outlet for creative energy. Mayor Otu a creative photographer is using his skill for a good cause. He share his journey as well as tips for other persons thinking of starting out.

Raising the Bar as a StudentPreneur with Esther Akpan and the Host Francis Onuk

Esther Akpan, a Computer Engineering final year student of the University of Uyo shares what makes her products stand out and how she started her business in year 2 with the Host Francis Onuk

Thinking Design as a Startup Founder with Wakky Paul and the host Francis Onuk 

Entrepreneurs are inherent design thinkers. They are always looking for problems that can be solved and solutions that can be improved. Which is why they need to place a lot more emphasis on how there would be clients/customers perceive them.
Join Wakky Paul a designer and founder of Wakky Signatures takes us through design for startups with the host Francis Onuk

Business that smells so good with Tinted Ime Ekop and the Host Francis Onuk

Ever so often, many low-funded businesses are formed, as people find ways to make money or create side incomes for themselves. Tinted Scents is one startup that is Making people scent rich without breaking the bank.
Ime James Ekop, the founder of Tinted Scents shares her journey with the host Francis Onuk on Uyo's Urban Radio Station XL106.9FM

Save Smart with Mary Joseph and the host Francis Onuk

The best time to start is NOW! Mary Joseph, a final year student in the Communication Arts department of the University of Uyo, talks about her redefined thrift collection startup, which she began as a second-year student.

Pushing a new product with the host Francis Onuk

With all the money it takes to bring a new product or service to market, it's foolhardy to rush headlong into one.
Push marketing is simply a strategy in which a startup or company like yourself attempts to take its products to consumers. Although most startups seek to establish and nurture relationships with their customers or clients, push marketing is more concerned with gaining an immediate sale than with fostering relationships. The host @francisonuk gives insights on how startup founders can create a strategy.

Unwrapping Great Taste with Charles Bassey Archibong and the host Francis Onuk

As a startup player in the street food style restaurant, Charles Bassey Archibong started his business during the lockdown and has grown it to two outlets with plans to expand to the capital city in the coming months. He shares what keeps him going, tips and advice to others thinking of starting out.

3rd Anniversary special edition with the team and the host Francis Onuk

We look at the last 3 years of the show, getting reviews from our listeners as well as the team.

Getting Past Dreaming with Ekemini Ita and the host Francis Onuk

Dreaming of starting a project or an idea is very easy. In fact, a lot of people do this every day but starting out can be quite hard particularly if it is your first time.
Ekemini Ita went past dreaming to start up her food product sales business and she shares her journey and tips to GETTING PAST DREAMING to STARTING OUT NOW with the host Francis Onuk today on the show for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs.

Writing your Brand Story with Vicky Bon and the host Francis Onuk 

In this episode, the host Francis Onuk discusses with Vicky Bon where she shares an insight into how she started writing stories from her secondary school days, transitioned to being a storyteller on Facebook, and focuses on skincare business while using Storytelling as a powerful yet passionate way to tell stories about her products.

BUSINESS STRUCTURE-THE WAY UPWARD with Orobosa Ogbeide and the host Francis Onuk

Structuring helps entrepreneurs not to burn out.
Structuring involves;
1. Who is helping me make money? 
-what competencies am I looking for in my staff

2. who is helping me save money?
3. who is helping me have a name and look good?

structuring helps you build teams.....you can't give free roles and expect good results.

Structuring helps in the day to day running of businesses. When everyone knows their roles business will run smoothly. 

Have a vision, without this you can't raise a structure

SHOE GET SIZE pidgin edition with Utonne Ekefre and the host Francis Onuk

See ehn, whether you open business for one unique industry or market wey plenty people dey sell the same thing, e dey very important to separate yourself from others so that you go win more people.
Utonne Ekefre wey be the Queen of Shoes go tell you how entrepreneurs go find a specific business niche to target and modify their market strategy to accommodate that audience with Francis Onuk wey be the host.

Leap before looking with Michael Umanah and the host Francis Onuk

Having to get things all set before one can startup an idea or business most times leads to procrastination. It is popularly said that one has to make sure that everything is alright before doing something important hence the popular saying Look before your Leap.
Michael Umanah, an engineer & startup founder discusses the opposite of the saying - LEAP BEFORE YOU LOOK: Starting out quickly

From Barter to CakeMania with Unyime Bonero Bassey & the host Francis Onuk

The baking industry has seen a rise in young persons starting out there. But apart from just mixing and getting barter, founders need to learn how to grow their business as well as leverage current trends in the industry. The life of a cake maker isn’t for everyone. It has demands and pressures like no other job.
Unyime Bonero Bassey of Bonero Cakes and events & host CAKEMANIA share his journey and some tips on starting and staying in the industry.

Opportunities available to start with Imade Ogbeiwi, Francis Ikeli & Eudora Kelechi with the host, Francis Onuk 

There are lots of opportunities for young persons to start either a small business, side hustle or remote job. On this freestyle Friday episode, three young guys share the opportunities whilst giving tips on how one can start.

Creative ways to work with Naomi Frank, Edikan Essienekak and the Host Francis Onuk

The world is changing and with regards to the way work is done, digital tools and skills trump the old ways. Naomi and Edikan share their insights on remote work, how one can get into it, its benefits and disadvantages for startup founders.

Overcoming Obstacles with Wakky Paul and the host Francis Onuk

It’s every entrepreneur’s dream to help their business thrive and grow into at least a medium-sized enterprise. Stella Wakky Paul of Allets Events Company shares some tips on overcoming obstacles on XL106.9FM with the host Francis Onuk.

How to Sell Products Digitally with Lucie Ekong and the host Francis Onuk

Products be it physical or digital, are quite hard to sell online by startup founders. Join us this Friday as Lucie Udeme founder of DexCliks a no-code funnel and landing page builder for African entrepreneurs and creatives who want to build funnels to promote and sell their physical or digital products and services on autopilot, share some tips with the host Francis Onuk

From Good to Great with Deedee Bassey with the host Francis Onuk

Good to Great from the standpoint of an entreprenuer. So many of us are discouraged on the saturation of many businesses and the likelihood of making it.
well, today's episode is graced by one of our most admired etreprenuer, Deedee Bassey(a fashion Designer) as she walks us through her start up journey, experiences both good and bad, challenges, advise for new and already exisiting fashion designers. and also the application of digital skills to any business

 Turn of Events- The Best of Both Worlds with Nsikan Udoh and the host Francis Onuk

There has been a dramatic turn of events that sees more and more planners adopt a hybrid type of event management. Nsikan Udoh of EmeraldNela Creationz an event planning firm shares his journey, tips & challenges in the event sector with the host Francis Onuk on the topic- TURN OF EVENTS- THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS.

Digital Economy- the way forward with Aniedi Udo-Obong and the Host Francis Onuk

The digital economy, opportunities available, how can you plugin? Well, join listen to Aniedi Udo-Obong on Startup HalfHour as he shares his thoughts on this topic.
Aniedi Udo-Obong is an experienced Program Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the technology industry across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Currently Regional Lead for Google's flagship developer community offerings - Google Developer Groups (GDG) and Google Developer Student Clubs (GDSC) - driving awareness, adoption, advocacy, and feedback for Google's products and platforms, as well as open technologies for mobile, web, cloud and machine learning.

Cracking the Grant Puzzle with Eno Peter and the host Francis Onuk

The Tony Elumelu Foundation seeks to create 1,000,000 jobs in 10 years by injecting $100,000,000 into the African Economy in what Tony Elumelu calls Africapitalism.
In 2021, approximately 5,000 Entrepreneurs in different categories (Start-Up, Innovators and Disruptors) smiled to the bank with $5,000 each non-refundable seed capital for their businesses.
As Application opens for 2022,  Eno Peter a TEF Mentor shared secrets and tips on how over 25 mentees across Africa won the grant last year live on Start-Up Half Hour  as he cracked the grant puzzle with the host Francis Onuk

2021 Lessons Learnt- Consistency with the host  Francis Onuk

As the year 2021 comes to an end, startups and those thinking of starting out have heard a particular word from most of our guests on the show. The word CONSISTENCY is very important in our work or personal lives. 
Small consistent actions lead to big rewards. Consistency is deep in business practice and it can have a real impact on how your businesses grow.
You will need a strategy that’s designed to generate recurring revenue and consistent growth through the right, consistent actions.
DO MORE…move from the I want to do to actually doing them. You may fail or it may not go as you plan but by all means, DO. Practice they say makes perfect but it is not just the amount of time you spend practicing that matters,  it is effective practice that matters. What is an effective practice, it is consistent intensely focused content that lies at the edge of your current ability.
LEARN MORE- Learning doesn’t have to be in a traditional space, you can learn on your device, learn on YOUTUBE or come to the Roothub and select any of our courses
SHARE- join a community, to learn and share
MEASURE- Knowing where to make an adjustment and documenting where you are, leads you to make more projections, pushing you closer and closer to your goals
BREAK GOALS INTO SMALL BITS
BREAK OLD HABITS - You may find it a struggle to finish that online course, the same old excuse about having no time or work killing you but I know you can. How, break old habits- remove those movies that tend to distract you once you start watching the tutorial from your device. 
START NEW HABITS - if you are an early riser, commit to doing something just before you start your day, if you sleep late, try a new habit like reading a few articles on medium before you sleep.
So you can say all of these are easier said than done, but let’s look at this show, there are 53 Fridays in 2021, today is the 50th edition that means I missed 3 shows. When the year began, I did not say I want to do all episodes for the year, I said to myself, I will take it Friday by Friday. Once an episode finishes, I start working on the next one. You might say you do not like to read because after a few pages you get bored and sleepy but commit to reading just one word, after one word 2 words, a sentence, a paragraph, a page, a chapter, 3 chapters, several more chapters and finally you will see that you had read a book.
Your wins no matter how small lead you to great rewards! My name is Francis Onuk, and I would like you to join us in 2022 on this show as we bring you tips, trends, opportunities, and inspiring stories as you listen to how others did it. Join our community on Facebook @startuphalfhour like the page and stay informed. Reach me at the Roothub or via Whatsapp on 08092427901
Have a Happy New Year.

Connecting the dots with Christian Jombo and the host Francis Onuk

We are entering a new year and with that comes the need to reflect on our operations, review our methods, implement changes & embrace the new.
Business conditions are constantly changing, so it goes without saying, as the landscape shifts, various problems and opportunities require different solutions. We discuss how startup owners can connect the dots using technology and some of the trends for 2022.

Winning Online Market founder Ntak Jonathan with the host Francis Onuk

Connecting buyers to sellers is what WINNING ONLINE MARKET was created to do by Ntak Jonathan. Today on the radio show by entreps for entreps, she spoke with the host Francis Onuk on the need for startups to join her platform.

Wetin happen with content with Aniekan Ekah and Francis Onuk

Content marketing is driven by the creation of content that will resonate with a brand, business audience. Created or curated content + a mechanism for distribution to a targeted audience = content marketing.
Aniekan James Ekah who is the CEO of WetinhappenPR, Akwa Ibom's foremost online PR agency shares why content is essential to small businesses.

Udua Uyo online marketplace with the founder Emmanuel Onuk and your host Francis Onuk

With the rise of selling and buying goods and services online, more business owners are looking for ways to expand their client base. Emmanuel Onuk, founder of Udua Uyo, a fast-rising Facebook marketplace group is providing its 48,000 plus members a platform to do business. He shares what the platform offers and how people can plug into it.

Celebrating Food with Patricia Essien and the host Francis Onuk

Celebrating food has become an increasingly visible part of local and regional calendars worldwide. The rise of food festivals represents this trend. Patricia Essien, our guest talked about her food festival USEN NDIA on the show that gets you past dreaming into doing on XL106.9FM with Francis Onuk

Winning the Naming Game with Francis Onuk

Crafting the perfect business name that is both catchy and communicates what your business is about is by no means easy. Businesses have failed in the past due to the names they gave their business, so it’s important to get this right.
I had earlier wanted to do this topic some weeks ago, but due to some technical issues we could not, so today I will be discussing winning the name game.

#startitup

Buying Convenience with PetroStations with the host Francis Onuk

A new innovative app that wants to solve the issue of convenient purchase of cooking gas, fuel, diesel, and oils is called Petro. Learn how this solution is giving value to lots of Nigerians.

Secret Sauce to food business with Martha Sampson and the host Francis Onuk

Starting any business in today's environment is difficult, but the food business has an advantage over other businesses; we all have to eat! Martha Sampson who runs FoodRuns shares some tips and hints on making it big in the food industry.

Small Business, Big Content with the host Francis Onuk

Quality content is part of all forms of marketing. Startups need to know that Content marketing strategy comes before social media strategy as this will help you organize and structure your plan to effectively have BIG CONTENT! In this edition, I give tips on how to create a good content strategy and how it can help small business owners.

Branding a Startup with Francis Onuk

One of the worst mistakes startups can do is copying other businesses or internet trends’ values and images. Startups naturally have something that’s unique and connect them super strongly with the target audience. In this episode, Francis Onuk Xrays what a founder can do when thinking of branding.

Banking on Shoes with Gabriel Umana, Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and the host Francis Onuk

You hear most times how startup founders leave a paying job to work on their dreams of solving problems but not every time do you hear of one who still keeps his day job while running his business at night or during weekends. Gabriel shares his journey in the banking sector as well as shoemaking.

Ubong Muffat on Beard Business with the host Francis Onuk

He attracts attention where ever he goes, some stare in wonder others just imagine how he grew his facial hair. In this edition of Startup HalfHour, we listen to Ubong Muffat, the founder of Mush Beard oil share his business journey.

A stitch in time with Regina Warribo of Raw Stitches alomgside Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and the host Francis Onuk

Fashion also alludes to the way in which things are made; to fashion, something is to make it in a particular form. Most commonly, fashion is defined as the prevailing style of dress or behavior at any given time, with the strong implication that fashion is characterized by change.
Regina Warribo of Raw Stitches, a leading fashion startup shares what her journey has been like so far.

Hanson Johnson, Joy Gabbie on Youths for Global Success with Francis Onuk

The rapid expansion of the business, tech, and creative ecosystem has given birth to diverse opportunities that present themselves regularly. We discuss this edition and what the Akwa Ibom Tech Community is offering for its tech week with Hanson Johnson Joy Gabbie

Seed to Harvest- A farmer's journey with Aniebiet Antia, Mr. Bundie & the host Francis Onuk

With the awesome definition of - FARMING: "Shaking hands with NATURE for the BENEFIT of MANKIND " ~ Mr. Aniebiet Antia MD/CEO ANTIA'S FARM, the episode opens up to the opportunities and challenges within the agric sector.

Farming your way to Success with Anthony Thaddeus Thompson, MR. Bundie and the Host, Francis Onuk

In line with the International Youth Day Celebration, we look at the theme for this year which is Transforming Food Systems as a young Agropreneur Anthony Thaddeus Thompson shares Farming his way to Success.

Free Online tools for small businesses with Alex Asomba, Mr. Bundie Akpomedaye and the host Francis Onuk

Running a small business can be an expensive endeavor. You might be one of those entrepreneurs who can afford to take risks, but it's better to think you're a small business owner looking to get value. In this edition, we look at Free Online Tools that business owners can utilize to scale. Alex Asomba, an innovation consultant spoke on this alongside Mr.Bundie and your host Francis Onuk.
#Startitup

Children speak on what they are doing during the Holidays with Francis Onuk 

As the summer holidays progress, kids are not left out in acquiring digital skills for the future of work. Many are already looking at starting out something which will benefit themselves and their communities on this episode with the host Francis Onuk.

No fishy business in starting out with Moses Umoh and the Host Francis Onuk

Starting a small business takes courage, Moses Umoh exemplifies that boldness. He took a decision in 2020 to begin Fish Barbecue and since then he has recorded several successes amidst the ever present challenges.

Grace T. Koko on Skills in Youth Empowerment with Francis Onuk

The value of getting skills cannot be overemphasized this led Grace to start a non-profit giving young people the opportunity to be empowered.

Mark Essien on Startups and Expansion with Mr. Bundie and the Host Francis Onuk

Becoming a global company is an impressive feat, and not every business that sets out to do it accomplishes the goal. Mark Essien, the founder and CEO of Hotels.ng started his business in Nigeria, took it to other countries in Africa and currently  going global. He shares tips on how startups can grow expansion.

Mr. White Udoka Lawrence on the Power of Passion with Mr. Bundie and the host Francis Onuk

There is much heart and soul that goes into being successful in business. You need to ask yourself if these elements exist within you regarding the business you are choosing. Are the tasks involved in this business the kind of thing that you will find joy in completing? and a whole lot more, Mr. White a snack hawker who just graduated from the University has been in the business for a while now and currently is sponsoring his daughter in a private university with the same business. He shares his inspiring story on this edition of Startup HalfHour.

Uko George on Business Intelligence for Startups with Mr. Bundie and the host, Francis Onuk

Data is King! For startups that means identifying either its a marketing need, product review, acquiring industry insights or just understanding what your customers like, business intelligence is highly required.
Uko George discusses how founders can apply this in their businesses on today's live edition of your business radio show on XL106.9FM

Arc. Chris Stainerz Umoren on Building from the ground up with Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and the Host Francis Onuk

Many of us dream of starting our own businesses. But what does it take to turn a good idea into an overwhelming success? Listen to Arc Chris Stainerz Umoren a real estate expert and businessman share how you can BUILD A BUSINESS FROM THE GROUND UP

EtoroAbasi Arthur on Leaving a Beauty Mark in the Startup World with Bundie Akpomedaye & the host, Francis Onuk

The beauty industry is, in fact, quite broad: it includes both services (such as hairdressers, barbers, etc.) as well as products. So how has the beauty industry, as old as the idea of beauty itself, become not only mainstream but also lauded as one of the best sectors in which to launch a company? EtoroAbasi Arthur, a budding entrepreneur shares her journey and some tips on starting out.

Social media and its importance to Startups with Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye & Francis Onuk

Many people downplay the importance of social media and with the recent ban or suspension of Twitter by the Federal Govt., we x-ray its economic impact, dos and don'ts and give tips to startup owners on utilizing the tool better.

Business Unusual with DonShadecover Bassey alongside Ufuoma Akpomedaye & the Host Francis Onuk

DonShadecover Bassey shares his entry into business and some tips on how aspiring and present startup owners can do business unusual

QueenEsther Udoh on Stop thinking, just start it with Francis Onuk

Thinking only brings us forward in inches. Doing brings us forward in miles. QueenEsther Udoh of Caforah Luxury Properties and Cleaning Services shares how she started doing and stopped over-thinking.

Otty KenJoshua on Starter Plan-How to start one with Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and the Host Francis Onuk

Starting up a business is an idea that appeals to many, but figuring out how to start a business can sometimes be so overwhelming.
Otty's Complete kitchen who runs her own business as well as helps others startup their food business discusses 'STARTER PLAN- How to launch one' with the host Francis OnukOnuk and the sidekick Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye on the show that gets you past dreaming into doing.

Stop overthinking and start putting in the work to make it happen #Startitup

Lucee Udeme on taking your business digital with Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and the host Francis Onuk

As more and more people spend tons of time online, and much of their activity revolves around researching brands where they can get value from, it is imperative that business owners either small or medium scale should be able to explore the digital space. 
Lucie Udeme, a digital marketing expert shares her thoughts on how startups can utilize digital tools and platforms in doing business.

Connecting for Success with Inem Ekanem, Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and Francis Onuk

As business owners, it’s likely that you rely pretty heavily on a reliable internet connection to get the job done .And for many freelancers or startups, an unreliable internet connection isn’t merely a nuisance—it can spell the difference between optimal productivity and distracted, frustrated employees; or even a sale and a missed opportunity.
about how her company is bridging the gap for many business owners on the show that gets you past dreaming into doing- STARTUP HALFHOUR Inem Ekanem CEO of Comternet World Ltd. A leading Internet service provider(ISP) talks with the host Francis Onuk and Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye

Keeping on in Business with Queendolyn Prince, Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and the host Francis Onuk

Keeping a small business afloat in difficult economic times is challenging, unfortunately, there is no set playbook to follow to ride out the storm and right the ship.
Every small business is different, and each carries its own risks and rewards.

Applying Tech in the creative field with Prince Simeon, Abasifreke James, Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye & Francis Onuk

It is the second anniversary edition of the show for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs and we discuss how tech can be applied in the creative field.

Ndeesor Tuale on 4 Key Risk to consider when building a product alongside Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye & Francis Onuk

Passion & Money making ventures most times are not the same thing. You need to have a clear cut strategy crafting a good product/service. Ndeesor Tuale, an entrep based in Abuja, Nigeria discusses 4 Risk factors one should consider in a product.

Iniobong Udoh, Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye on the Gender Divide in the Digital Space with Francis Onuk

The participation of women in the Nigerian tech sector is low. Some see it as a deliberate move to keep women out, others see it as a lack of interest amongst women.
Iniobong Udoh, a tech entrepreneur, digital skills advocate and a mentor shares her opinion on the show for entreps by entreps- Startup HalfHour live on XL106.9FM, Uyo's Premium Urban Radio at 12:30pm this Friday with Francis Onuk discussing the topic - Gender Divide in The Digital Space.

Bobby Bassey, Fashion Luminary in Menz Court with Bundie Akpomedaye with Francis Onuk

Listening to founders share their story is one way to learn and get motivated as starting a business is pretty hard. On my journey as a radio show host, Bobby Bassey Fashion Luminary in the Menz Court is my guest today on the show for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs. #Startitup

Grow with Google+Coursera Professional Scholarships with Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and Francis Onuk

The Pidgin Edition where we discussed the recent scholarship program initiated by Google and Coursera with the Roothub as implementing partner.

Trends & Opportunities with Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye, Cecula's Godwin Noah and Francis Onuk

Trends and opportunities available for business owners while Godwin Noah of Cecula Ltd. spoke about services his company offers for small businesses particularly in the food sector.

Mike Asukwo on the Seriously Funny Business of Cartooning with Francis Onuk

Cartoons offer a humorous sideways editorial opinion, through sketches and razor-sharp wit, making a commentary on social, political and economic changes, failures, success, and major events that shape the world every day.
Mike Asukwo, a celebrated  cartoonist talks about the Seriously Funny Business of Cartooning with Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye and the host Francis Onuk. Apologies on the not so clear audio from the begining but it becomes smooth from 8:28.

Guarding the heart of your business with Akan Udom, Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye & Francis Onuk

Akan Udom, a thriving entrepreneur whose  journey into business began with just a Samsung phone, a Facebook account and no capital nor office. This journey gave birth to what is today known as Yenne eMarket, where they buy, sell and swap new and used items. It has grown to a logistic service too. 
On this episode, Akan speaks on how startup founders can protect the heart and soul of their startups.

Collins Oscar on Not your typical business advice with Francis Onuk

Author, entrepreneur, rebel, controversial trailblazer and diehard made in Akwa Ibom fan, Collins Oscar is a man of many parts! Hear him dish out unusual business advice as well as learn about his journey in the startup world with the host Francis Onuk.

Seyene Otu on Food Kwa, what is so special? with Francis Onuk

Mrs. Seyene Otu shares her insight on the food industry; how to start, main focus, Challenges and how not to rush I’m getting a space & building a community. 
The food sector is really wide, find out what aspect you really want to focus ok for example, if you want to be a caterer, food photographer, content creator and so on. Then you find someone who is in it already or you go for an internship because going into the industry is not as easy as you think.
The guest advices that you shouldn’t be in a hurry to expand, allow your business take care of itself, except your food business has gotten to that stage of paying off everything such as rent and if it can’t then take it easy , keep moving and keep building till it get to that stability .

Eleana Diadem with Ufuoma Akpomedaye on Impostor Syndrome

Imposter syndrome is the experience of feeling like a phony—you feel as though at any moment you are going to be found out as a fraud—like you don't belong where you are, and you only got there through dumb luck. It can affect anyone no matter their social status, work background, skill level, or degree of expertise. Eleana Diadem Akpan, a UI/UX designer shares her idea of the syndrome and how one can overcome it.

Are entrepreneurs made or born with Ntefon Akpan and the host Francis Onuk

Being an entrepreneur in Nigeria requires a lot of work, sometimes we see successful startup founders and ask if they were born to be successful or wonder if they or their circumstances made them who they are.

Ntefon Moses Akpan also known as The WoodPecker, a furniture maker share his view on this excerpt of the show made for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs

Ido Aniekan on Small Business, Big Money - Startup HalfHour 

On today's edition of your entrepreneurial talk show made for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs, we host the lady behind PrimeHill Limited Ido Aniekan, as she shares how to start, run a small business & turn it into big money with your host Francis Onuk

Kufre Ernest & Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye discuss the Google+Coursera Scholarship with Francis Onuk

The need for digital skills knowledge cuts across gender, age or location, Google and Coursera in partnership with the Roothub, is offering 4 indemand skills training scholarship. We discuss the process, why one should avail themselves of the opportunity.

Imeh Imeh, founder of GudiMall on SHH with Francis Onuk

It is undeniable that the growth of e-commerce is still going strong around the world. The African continent has also been seduced by online sales and electronic transaction.
However, what are the impediments to entry? There are numerous obstacles that prevent the adoption and thus progression of e-commerce in Africa.
Let's understand how GUDIMALL is taking on ecommerce on Startup Half Hour with Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye listening in.

Patricia Essien on Starting out in the Food industry

Patricia a food entrep shares what it takes to be in the industry as well as her food event- Usen Ndia

Efe Mac Roc- Music as a Business with Francis Onuk 

As a musician in our culture, and you desire to do music as a full-time career, you need to learn to approach music as a business—to see yourself and your music through a particular lens so that you can succeed in the business community that surrounds music. Musician and producer Efe Mac Roc discusses this.

Dorcas Akai on Bootstrapping your business with Francis Onuk

Bootstrapping a business is the process of starting out with minimum or no outside investment. Lots of persons most time say they require some form of investment to start, sustain or run a startup, Dorcas Akai, founder of VED collections shares her journey in entrepreneurship and what it means to bootstrap a business.

Glory Akpan-Aviva on starting out-Lessons learnt with Francis Onuk

Starting out in the world of business can be very difficult particularly when one is self funded. Glory Akpan-Aviva a young entrepreneur shares her lessons learnt so far starting out.

Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye & Francis Onuk talk about the Federal Govt. initiative - Survivalfund.ng

In keeping to its promise to support businesses overcome challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Government has commence nationwide implementation of MSMEs Initiative namely; the MSMEs Survival Fund with the Payroll support track as the first scheme to rollout (50 Billion Naira). We discuss the initiative and encourage people to apply.

Bundie Ufuoma Akpomedaye on Trends & Opportunities 1 with Francis Onuk

We look at opportunities and trends available to startup businesses as well as established ones to grow their businesses.

Enwongo & Enim Akwa on SHH with Francis Onuk

The passion to start D'ENIMS Yoghurts  was born out of growing up with a dad in the food processing industry and even though the yoghurt market seemed full, they saw a need to push out something better and unique. Listen to this wonderful couple share their challenges, opportunities and vision to expand their scope.

Prince Simeon Trends Businesses can use to bounce back during the pandemic

We discuss trends and tips small business owners can utilize in pushing their businesses.

Tips for startup founders to grow their business with Michael Obiofiong, Edwin Effiong and the host Francis Onuk

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