This serves as a special invitation for you to tune in to the FATE Foundation and First Bank Business Path Radio Programme on Inspiration FM 92.3 Lagos

FATE Foundation and First Bank Business Path Radio Programme

The FATE Foundation and First Bank Business Path Radio Programme is aired by 4. 30 pm every Monday. it is a richly rewarding 30 minutes programme that will cover a variety of topics to help entrepreneurs manage their businesses successfully, acquire leadership skills and overcome operational challenges.

History has taught us that more businesses will fail than survive, so it is wise not assume because you are smart and you have great idea(s) means you will succeed in business, it does not always follow. As an aspiring or emerging entrepreneur one of the things you’ve got to commit to is a lifetime of constant learning and re-learning and FATE Foundation and First Bank Business Path Radio Programme is a great place to learn new strategies from accomplished and highly successful entrepreneurs.

There will also be lots of prizes to be won FATE Foundation and First Bank Business Path Radio Programme.

The FATE Foundation and First Bank Business Path Radio Programme will feature interviews with successful entrepreneurs to discuss business strategies and a call-in segment that enables listeners to comment and ask questions. Top class entrepreneurs and management experts in the country like Mrs. Ibukun Awosika, Founder & CEO of Chair Centre; Mr. Lanre Olusola, of Image Management Consulting (IMC), Mrs. Nike De Souza, Founder People Prime Ltd, and many others, will be guest speakers on the programme.

FATE Foundation and First Bank Business Path Radio Programme schedule

Radio Programme Date: May 16, 2011

Topic: Entrepreneurship: Getting Started

DNA of an entrepreneur—the attributes
The risks and rewards of entrepreneurship
Identify necessary skills needed in your business
Visualizing your ideas

Facilitator: Mrs. Ibukun Awosika – CEO Sokoa Chair Centre

Radio Programme Date: May 23, 2011

Topic: Personal Development & Goal Setting

Evaluate your values, strengths, weaknesses, entrepreneurial and leadership skills
Understand the importance of improving personal effectiveness
Know how to set SMART goals
Know how to prioritize goals
Know how to achieve set goals

Facilitator: Mr. Lanre Olusola, Principal Catalyst, Impression Management Consultants

Radio Programme Date: May 30, 2011

Topic: Identifying and Assessing Business Opportunities

Understand various sources of entrepreneurial opportunities
Be able to assess the viability of a business
Be able to identify business ideas and exploit untapped opportunities in the market place.

Facilitator: Mr. Mac Atasie Managing Director/CEO of NEXTZON Business Services Ltd

Radio Programme Date: June 6, 2011

Topic: Start–up Cost and Financing Opportunities

Identify the sources of start-up and evaluate their strengths and weaknesses
Know how to calculate start up costs for a business
Understand the basic elements of the capital market
Learn about Nigerian initiatives to encourage business growth
Using financial tools to assess viability e.g. net present value (NPV), internal rates of return (IRR) , payback period (PYB) and return on investment risk assessment (ROI)

Facilitator: Yvonne Oyetakin, FirstBank

Radio Programme Date: June 13, 2011

Topic: Developing Business Model and Business Strategy

The importance of having a business strategy
How to develop a strategic plan for the business
Know how to implement various business strategies and models
Know the challenges that come with business strategies and models

Facilitator: Yinka Johnson, FirstBank

Radio Programme Date: June 20, 2011

Topic: Business Risk Assessment and Management

Understand the diff types of risks using SWOT analysis
Identify and manage potential impact of risk on business objectives

Facilitator: Seyi Oyefeso, FirstBank

Radio Programme Date: June 27, 2011

Topic: Organizational Management

Know how organizations are structured and the challenges associated with it
Learn how to delegate responsibilities for job tasks
Understand the importance of creating a board of directors
Develop a personnel organizational plan with job descriptions and include key performance indicators

Facilitator: Mrs. Bisola Longe, CEO, Human Capital Development Consultants

Radio Programme Date: July 4, 2011

Topic: Business Plan

Understand the importance of having a Business plan
Know how your business can grow through a well written plan
Identify tips on presenting business plans and concepts to potential investors

Facilitator: Mr. Niyi Yusuf. Country Managing Director, Nigeria Accenture

Radio Programme Date: July 11, 2011

Topic: Market Research& Strategy

Learn the importance and components of market research
Know the importance of segmenting customers
Know the differences between primary and secondary sources, as well as how to collect and analyze both types of data
Understand the importance of consumer’s perceived value, competitor’s behaviour and costs in setting prices
Understand the importance of selecting the right channels of distribution in order to target key demographics

Facilitator: Mr. Tunde Owolabi, FirstBank

Radio Programme Date: July 18, 2011

Topic: Foundation of Marketing I: Pricing, Selling and Distributions

Understand the importance of consumer’s perceived value, competitor’s behaviour and costs in setting prices
Understand the importance of selecting the right channels of distribution in order to target key demographics
Learn the importance of effective communication to enhance selling techniques
Planning your finances

Facilitator: Mrs. Folusho Laniyan MD, UTC

Radio Programme Date: July 25, 2011

Topic: Building a Team: Hiring and Keeping Staff

Understand the need to have well qualified staff
Understand the importance of building a team
Know how to motivate your staff

Facilitator: Mrs. Nike De Souza, Managing Director People Temp Limited

Radio Programme Date: August 1, 2011

Topic: Branding Strategies

Be able to identify your brand objectives
Know how to position your company strategically

Facilitator: Mr. Oge Udeagha, First Bank of Nigeria

Radio Programme Date: August 8, 2011

Topic: Success Principles & Self Motivation

Now that you have started that business your ability to determine essential keys to achieving success
Know the principles that guide successful people
Be able to know what holds you back
Know what to do to achieve your goal

Facilitator: Mr. Fela Durotoye. MD, Visible Impact

Please be the judge, is the roll call of successful individuals that will feature on the FATE Foundation and First Bank Business Path Radio Programme not impressive?