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Business of African Fashion

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Episodes

S4 Ep2: You've consumed enough, its time to start creating

In this episode, we discuss the importance of shifting from consuming to creating. And If you’re not ready to create or worry that you don’t have anything valuable, listen till the end for a tip!

Dec 22, 20245 minSeason 4Ep. 2

S4 Ep1: How to Level Up in 2025 - Bonus Episode

The Business of African Fashion® podcast explores the dynamic intersection of African fashion and business, diving into the entrepreneurial side of the industry. We discuss the strategies behind successful African designers, emerging fashion brands, and the role of innovation in shaping the future of African fashion. Topics include fashion marketing, global trends, the influence of digital media, and the challenges and opportunities of operating within the African fashion landscape. From navigat...

Dec 01, 20245 minSeason 4Ep. 1

S3 Ep20: OniGele Shares His Secrets for a Successful Business in African Fashion & Beauty

Hi Fashion entrepreneurs! This is the audio interview with Tolu of OniGele where he shares his journey in the fashion & beauty industry, lessons for those just starting out and how he manages his finances. Enjoy! Connect with OniGele on IG: https://www.instagram.com/oni_gele/ Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the community on Mighty Networks: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/ Interested in being a sponsor? Email us: businessofafricanf...

Aug 19, 202440 minSeason 3Ep. 20

S3 Ep19: Setting Boundaries with Employees - Answering Community Questions

In this episode, Victory answers a question from a listener who is having some trouble with his employee and setting boundaries. Enjoy! Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the community on Mighty Networks: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/

Aug 05, 20249 minSeason 3Ep. 19

S3 Ep18: Tangible Steps to Take When You're Just Starting Out

In this episode, Victory answers a question sent in by a listener. Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the community on Mighty Networks: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/ Books to read: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VzuCRWv9JrmEPApiQAJzm71saNgcj2IxTYdrRKXGiLU/edit?usp=sharing...

Jul 30, 20248 minSeason 3Ep. 18

S3 Ep17: What to Focus on in a Startup Fashion Business - Community Questions

In this episode, we answer your questions about entrepreneurship, business and fashion. Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the community on Mighty Networks: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/ Interested in being a sponsor? Email us: businessofafricanfashion@gmail.com

Jul 15, 20247 minSeason 3Ep. 17

S3 Ep16: It's our 3 year anniversary! Reflections 🫶🏾

Business of African Fashion® is 3 years old today! In this episode, Victory shares reflections about the 3 years of the podcast. Thank you to all our listeners and supporters! Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the community on Mighty Networks: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/ Interested in being a sponsor? Email us: businessofafricanfashion@gmail.com...

Jul 02, 20247 minSeason 3Ep. 16

S3 Ep15: HOW TO CREATE A PITCH FOR A FASHION BRAND

In this episode, Victory shares how to nail your fashion brand pitch. From knowing your audience to telling your story, get tips to make your brand shine. Perfect for anyone looking to stand out in the fashion world! Listen and share your thoughts. Join the email list: https://tremendous-maker-1127.ck.page/31af654a65 Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the community on Mighty Networks: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/ View the Pitch Resour...

Jun 30, 202414 minSeason 3Ep. 15

S3 Ep14: The Difference Between a Startup and an Established Company

In this solo episode, Victory talked about the differences in BUSINESS GROWTH STAGES She explained how new businesses gradually evolves to big companies Join the email list: https://tremendous-maker-1127.ck.page/31af654a65 Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the community on Mighty Networks: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/...

Jun 20, 202417 minSeason 3Ep. 14

S3 Ep13: Why New Businesses Fail

In this episode, Victory highlights the possible reasons why new businesses may not prosper. Join the email list: https://tremendous-maker-1127.ck.page/31af654a65 Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the community on Mighty Networks: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/...

Jun 10, 202414 minSeason 3Ep. 13

S3 Ep11: Embrace being a beginner

In this episode, Victory talks about what it is like being a beginner in an industry and the perspective shift of embracing it. Ask a question on the pod: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions

Apr 12, 202410 minSeason 3Ep. 11

S3 Ep11: Skipping Steps

Hello all! In this episode, we are talking about skipping steps on the way to success - how to feel about it, reflections, etc. Enjoy!

Mar 29, 20246 minSeason 3Ep. 11

S3 Ep10: Signs You're an Entrepreneur

In this episode, Victory discusses 3 signs to check if you are an entrepreneur and what to do if you are. Entrepreneurship is a buzz word these days, but it may not be for everybody. Free resource for books: Zlibrary https://z-lib.io/ Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join our mailing list (we don't spam): https://bit.ly/businessofafricanfashion-join...

Mar 07, 20248 minSeason 3Ep. 10

S3 Ep9: BE LIKE BIGI

In this episode, Victory shares who Bigi is and why you should be like them in business. Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the Community on Mighty Networks: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/...

Feb 20, 20244 minSeason 3Ep. 9

S3 Ep7: Thinking outside the box Marketing - Warm up Session

In this episode, Victory shares a strategy to think outside the box with marketing for your fashion brand. Ask a Question on the Podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Join the Community: https://business-of-african-fashion.mn.co/...

Jan 22, 20245 minSeason 3Ep. 7

S3 Ep6: How to built good habits in the new year 2024

In this episode, Victory shares the steps to take in order to stack good habits in the new year. She also discusses the strategy to stay motived in the new year as a fashion entrepreneur and how to achieve your goals.

Jan 16, 202410 minSeason 3Ep. 6

S3 Ep5: How to LEVEL UP YOUR LIFE in the new year 2024

In this episode, Victory shares the 3 areas of your life to implement changes in the new year, in order to level up your life. She covers the importance of having a vision for your life in the new year that aligns with your goals and north-star. She also covers giving yourself grace as you show up daily to achieve your goals in the new year. Free Budget: https://professorofthrift.ck.page/ae9df415ad Resource for books: Zlibrary...

Jan 02, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 5

S3 Ep4: How to Start a Fashion Brand in Africa in 2024

In this podcast episode, Victory talks about the 3 key steps to start a fashion brand in 2024. She stresses the importance of community, emphasizing that "if you want to go FAST, go alone, but if you want to go FAR, go with others". Learn more about the free online community: bit.ly/africanfashioncommunity

Dec 26, 20239 minSeason 3Ep. 4

S3 Ep3: Don't be Afraid to PIVOT - Warm Up Session

In this podcast episode, Victory shares the importance of delivering value to your customers as a fashion brand by taking their feedback into consideration when making decisions. The strategy is always to GIVE VALUE and satisfying customers as a fashion brand is asking them for feedback and implementing it. Ask a question on the podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions

Dec 14, 20237 minSeason 3Ep. 3

S3 Ep2: Best AI Tools for Fashion Entrepreneurs: Warm Up Session

In this episode, Victory explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the fashion industry and introduces some of the best AI tools that fashion businesses can use to enhance their operations, improve customer experiences, and make informed decisions. Join our email list for exclusive updates Become a part of the community: bit.ly/africanfashioncommunity ASK a question on the podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions...

Nov 30, 20236 minSeason 3Ep. 2

S3 Ep1: Just Be Human: Warm Up Session

In this episode of the BOAF podcast, Victory reflects on her year and explains that she will be sharing her journey of building AsoebiBar with the audience. To reconnect with her audience, she decides to just be human and have a few warm-up sessions. Ask a question on the podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions

Nov 02, 20236 minSeason 3Ep. 1

S2 Ep6: Is Fashion School Necessary? with Dorcas Mutombo of Emelia D

About this episode: In this episode, Dorcas Mutombo, Founder of EMELIA D shares her fashion education and entrepreneurship journey. We also discussed the fashion school or no fashion school dilemma. Enjoy! Connect with EMELIA D Join the community

Nov 20, 202256 minSeason 2Ep. 6

S2 Ep5: The mindset of a fashion entrepreneur with Amayo of Southern Panther

About this episode: In this week's episode, Amayo, CEO of Southern Panther shares her story on entrepreneurship and how she started her fashion business in Nigeria. Connect with SouthernPanther Join the email list for exclusive updates: https://tremendous-maker-1127.ck.page/31af654a65 Join us in the community: bit.ly/africanfashioncommunity ASK a question on the podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions...

Nov 06, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 5

S2 Ep4: Why are African tailors are unreliable?

We have all seen the whatiorderedvswhatigot posts on social media. The question is: why are African tailors so unreliable? In this episode, we dive into the reasons for this predicament. Join us in the community to connect with like-minded people. See you in there!

Oct 23, 202220 minSeason 2Ep. 4

S2 Ep3: How to fund a fashion business with Aishat, founder of Mairachamp Nigeria

Hey BoAf fam! In this episode, I spoke with Aishat about her entrepreneurship journey and how she started her business - Mairachamp Nigeria. Aishat shared her sources of financing and how she finds and retains staff in her business. Join the African fashion community here Connect with us on socials: @businessofafricanfashion

Oct 09, 202253 minSeason 2Ep. 3

S2 Ep2: Business Plan for a Fashion Business

Full video: https://youtu.be/OLspf198EAU Part 2 of the Fashion Business Plan training - the foundational steps to plan for a successful fashion business. Download your free fashion business plan pdf here Join the community: www.africanfashioncommunity.com Join our email list for exclusive updates: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/x46lMIt ASK a question on the podcast: https://bit.ly/bizofafricanfashionpodquestions Topics discussed include: Marketing for a fashion business Designing a fashi...

Sep 25, 202226 minSeason 2Ep. 2

S2 Ep1: Fashion Business Plan Training - Part 1

Full video: https://youtu.be/OLspf198EAU The Fashion Business Plan training covers the foundational steps to plan for a successful fashion business. Download your free fashion business plan pdf here Join the community: www.africanfashioncommunity.com

Sep 18, 202218 minSeason 2Ep. 1
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