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#1. SendVoucher is an African startup that offers a unique solution that switches up how you send money to others (i.e. how you get your “MoneyGram” or “WesternUnion” on as a smart-n-sexy participant in the remittance and funds transfer market). The solution provides an alternative to the cash to…
Flippy Campus is a social application that takes an interesting approach to help students in Africa get updated on what is happening on their campuses. The team secured its space to launch at DEMO Africa 2015 at the pre-pitch event in Accra, Ghana. On Flippy, students can get to…
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1. According to a recent survey of C-Level executives, what is the most important trait that you want from the salesperson that you are working with? a. Empathy b. Enthusiasm c. Product Knowledge 2. Your sales pitch will usually be better when it is… a. Off the dome b. Rushed…
1. Scenario: You’re in a job interview and you get asked – “What do you least like about being in sales?” A thoughtful salesperson is likely to do which of the following: a) Say, “What?!” b) Say, “A prospect who is not interested in buying at all and simply…
“Difficulties mastered are opportunities won.” – Winston Churchill First, the good news: Economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa is still on track to outpace the global average over the next three years, according to the World Bank, with an increase in investment likely to boost the continent’s growth to more…
“Yes, I just closed my first big client deal this morning,” said John, a management consultant, talking on his cell phone as he made his way out of the office, “and yeah, I’m really excited about our first date later this evening, Jennifer, it’s like my perseverance this week…
Imagine visiting a big city with your family for the first time and finding yourself in the middle of a crowded festival. On one hand, you’re excited to be part of such a festive atmosphere; on the other hand, you’re anxious about being around so many strangers. As you…
This spotlight is on Daisy I. as part of my celebration of the movers and shakers that make progress happen. Daisy is a popular name for great women, films, songs, software, and even places (see here). But did you know that the name Daisy comes from an Old English word, dægesege, which means…
It was 12:31 am and the party had just started. The striking smell of jolof rice, ugba, and okporoko were in the air. The sterling sight of colorful African wrappers and head-ties with matching accessories filled the party hall. And the streaming sounds of laughter and cameras flashing blended in…