MOre-Thenticity Ltd has recently hosted a two-day workshop in Lagos, themed, ‘The Breakthrough Blueprint,’ aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and career professionals in Nigeria.
The event, which drew entrepreneurs and career professionals from across the state, was held in partnership with Bukie Adebola-Ezeh, a UK-based sales and confidence coach, and Monica Walters, a US-based coaching and creative strategy expert.
Speaking at the training, Founder, MOre-Thenticity Ltd, Monica Nnoka, who is also known as “The MOre Coach’’ and a mindset and Transformational coach, explained that the event was necessary as it marked a significant milestone in the personal growth and development journey of entrepreneurs and career professionals in Nigeria.
On the theme of the training, ‘The Breakthrough Blueprint’, Nnoka said: “We want to empower as many entrepreneurs and careers professionals with actual breakthrough success. Rather than just motivation, we are giving them a practical blueprint. We focus on inner growth and development, helping individuals cultivate their inner influence and confidence.
“By working from the inside out, our goal is to equip them with the tools and strategies needed to elevate their impact and give them the tangible results that they expect in their businesses, life, work, and then, extend that influence to the world around them as well.
“Statistics show that most Nigerian businesses don’t last up to five years. Again, most career professionals are unhappy in their jobs. A common underlying factor is a lack of inner influence, which is crucial for success and fulfillment.
“There are unresolved traumas that can hold people back from unlocking their potential. Those unaddressed childhood traumas such as bullying, emotional neglect, parents divorce or even sexual violence or abuse can hinder success and fulfillment causing procrastination, self- blame, or guilt.
“We are not saying that we are accusing the parents of negligence because every parent is doing the best that they can at the level that they are, and with the resources that they have available to them.”
According to her, “The big question is can we help those that have lost sight of their dreams or forgotten who they are, and are just struggling to cope in the current economy? The Breakthrough Blueprint workshops aptly answered this because whether you like it or not, there are people that the present economic situation is working for, because they see the opportunities in the challenges. They have been able to position themselves to thrive and make the most out of their situation.
“I work as ‘The MOre Coach’ here in Nigeria because I know that there are lots of opportunities that Nigerians are missing out here and my job is to help them rediscover themselves and reposition for success.’’
She also urged individuals to embrace their authentic selves and step into their purpose.
She further emphasised the importance of identity-led businesses, where purpose and impact drive success, rather than just profit.
This approach, she explained, was key to creating a lasting legacy and making a meaningful difference.
However, she revealed her plans to train one million career professionals and entrepreneurs within two years.
On her part, Founder of Bukie Signature Consulting, Bukie Adebola-Ezeh, shared valuable insights on the importance of self-identity for entrepreneurs.
According to her, focusing on self-identity, entrepreneurs can shift from competition to collaboration, leading to more meaningful relationships and mutual growth.
Adebola-Ezeh highlighted the significance of understanding life’s phases and preparing for each stage.
She encouraged entrepreneurs to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, rather than obstacles.
When starting a business, she advised focusing on self-discovery in the first year, rather than rigid planning, which can lead to discouragement if plans don’t materialise.
“Use your first year to figure out yourself, your business, and your market. By the second year, you’ll have a solid foundation to build upon and can bring in help to support your vision,” she said.
Adebola-Ezeh further encouraged entrepreneurs to leverage social media to their advantage, utilising its power to reach new heights.
Also speaking at the event, CEO of Positively Unreasonable LLC, Monica Walters, led a session on identifying breakthrough opportunities.
Walters also provided actionable strategies to overcome business stagnation. She introduced a framework focusing on vision, assessment, strategy, execution, and commitment, guiding participants on refining their focus and achieving upcoming goals.
