Can you believe that at some point in our history a large part of our populace believed that diesel was oozing out of a rock in Chinhoyi? Well; if we can believe that then we can believe almost anything; including those who lie that they are entrepreneurs, when they are not. 

We could certainly get used to the idea of simple business models that have life changing results. In this podcast, I take a trip down memory lane to a 2017 encounter at the Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Forum, and reveal what I learned first hand from the continent's richest man. 

What if some measure of success is hidden in your ability to keep your mouth shut? In this episode, we take a look at the story of Nkosana Makate, the underdog who fought Vodacom and emerged victorious over an idea he probably shouldn't have disclosed in the first place. We take a look at what makes brands like Coca-Cola and KFC tick and we challenge each other to be more secretive about the things that make our businesses tick. 

In this episode, I will introduce you to three billionaire brothers; the Samwers whose work ethic, controversial wealth creation strategies and rise to fame can teach you a lot about execution. 

Who knew that an encounter with a "Korokoza"  - illegal gold panner could change one's entire perspective about ignorance and knowledge. What is the true cost of our ignorance on the matters that affect us? This episode features a story about a random encounter with a gold panner, lessons on knowledge and the cost of ignorance. 

DO NOT listen to this podcast if you are looking for worn out clichés about how "you can do it" or how "you are destined for greatness."  LISTEN to this podcast if you are looking for practical lessons on how to get ahead in business especially in the African context which is most riddled with corruption. Listen if you want to learn a thing or two about practical  leadership OR if you enjoy true stories about people changing the world, one day at a time.