#016: How to Launch a Business From Scratch with Olabisi Akeroro of DSquare Designs

The Risky Mindset Show: Documenting the Entrepreneurial Journey

In this episode of the Risky Mindset Podcast, join us as we sit down with Olabisi Akeroro, the founder of D Square Design. Olabisi shares her journey of building a successful small business specializing in personalized gifts, custom drinkware, branding, and more. Learn about her upbringing in Lagos, Nigeria, her move to Canada, and how her passion for entrepreneurship started early on. Discover how Olabisi's curiosity led her to graphic design and the challenges she faced along the way. Get inspired by her lessons learned and valuable advice for fellow entrepreneurs. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with valuable insights and personal anecdotes.
Time-stamped Highlights:
0:00 Introduction and welcome to the Risky Mindset Podcast
1:00 Getting to know Olabisi Akeroro and her background
2:00 The decision to move to Calgary, Canada
4:00 Olabisi's earliest memories of entrepreneurship
6:00 Curiosity sparks Olabisi's interest in graphic design
8:00 Starting D Square Design as a hobby and its evolution
10:00 Challenges faced in starting and growing the business
13:00 Overcoming challenges and expanding the product set
16:00 How Olabisi markets her business through social media and events
19:00 Meeting customer expectations and finding joy in their satisfaction
22:00 Lessons learned and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
26:00 Support from family and the importance of accountability
29:00 Where to find D Square Design and upcoming plans
31:00 Wrapping up the episode and gratitude for the conversation
Join us for this insightful conversation with Olabisi Akeroro and gain valuable insights into entrepreneurship and building a thriving business. Subscribe to the Risky Mindset Podcast for more inspiring episodes like this one.
DSquare Designs: https://dsquaredesigns.square.site/