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Welcome to another edition of Workshift! The exclusive newsletter for Leaders, Founders and Managers.
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In Today's Email:
Bill Gates’ Plan for Nigeria
Darell Frater, an investment associate at Serac Ventures is actively looking to make 2-3 $500K investments into late pre-seed or seed companies. See more here
The global seaweed market tripled in the past two decades, hitting $17 billion in 2021, it’s a small but rapidly expanding sector, and there are chances for higher gains
AI Tool Of The Week 🤖: HoopsAI delivers hyper-personalized stock analyses and trading ideas tailored specifically for your goals
THE BIG IDEA
Bill Gates’ Plan for Nigeria
Something intriguing is happening in Nigeria: Bill Gates is working with Nigerian leaders to introduce a groundbreaking technology.
What is this system all about? Gates described it as a 'one-identity' platform. It is a clever tool designed to bring diverse information about people.
This new technology called MOSIP goes beyond having an ID. Gates said it could make payments easier and help more people open bank accounts. And when more people have bank accounts, it makes it easier for the government to collect taxes, which means more money for schools and hospitals.
President Tinubu showed excitement about this news, he said he believes in using technology to fight corruption.
Even though it might take some time, Gates believes Nigeria has a lot of smart young people who can make it work. He's hopeful that MOSIP will help Nigeria innovate faster.
Does this mean this new technology can make things easier for you to do business with the government? While there is no definite answer, it could bring more opportunities for you to grow economically and financially.
So, let's hope this new technology works out and helps Nigeria become even greater.
Challenge Of The Week 🎯
Are you guilty of taking the elevator every single day? I know there are times you have to beat time or maybe your office is at the top floor, which is fine.
But, you should consider taking the stairs at least once a week, see this: ‘Stair climbing was associated with a 24% reduced risk of dying from any cause, and a 39% lower risk of dying from heart disease’. Still doubting its benefits?
Build Your Dream Company 🏆
Finding employees who are unbelievably amazing at what they do is a global struggle. You don’t just want people with hard skills, but employees who fit seamlessly into your company culture.
How fast would you grow if your company was filled with employees who stick around, contribute their best, and help your company achieve its goals…that's where CareerBuddy comes in.
Our mission is to accelerate business growth and lift millions of individuals out of poverty yearly.
With a track record of helping VC-backed startups to Fortune 500 companies and an 88.3% success rate, we help you recruit top talent effectively. Want to scale your company?
Learn From The Best ✍️
With more than $10 billion in revenue last year, Rolex is today one of the most prestigious and revered brands in the world.
Hans went from being an orphan at the age of 12, to working at a watch store before launching Rolex.
“I tried combining the letters of the alphabet in every possible way. This gave me some hundred names, but none of them felt quite right. One morning, while riding on the upper deck of a horse-drawn omnibus along Cheapside in the City of London, a genie whispered ‘Rolex’ in my ear.” — Hans Wilsdorf
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Meme Of The Week 😂
Credit: Stealthagents
Where You Should Be 🌍
MBA's Secondary & Capital Markets Conference & Expo
You’ll get the latest market outlook, policy updates and a look at the latest products and services in the expo hall, plus opportunities to make the connections you need to take your business to the next level.
MBA Chief Economist Mike Fratantoni will share his highly anticipated Market Outlook on May 20. He will take the Main Stage to provide the current mortgage market forecast and share what economic and market forces are currently impacting your business.
Opportunities For You 💡
Google has opened applications for Startups AI Accelerator Africa. Here is how you can apply
The global seaweed market tripled in the past two decades, hitting $17 billion in 2021, it’s a small but rapidly expanding sector, and there are chances for higher gains
Apply for the 2024 NBA Africa Triple Double Accelerator Program: which supports African startups in sports and creative industries with up to $50,000
The Deal Room is looking to connect high-impact climate innovators in Africa with potential investors seeking to accelerate sustainable solutions
Economic Trends For You 📈
British International Investment (BII) and Citi signed a $100m deal to support trade finance for SMEs and corporations in emerging African economies
Stanford just released its annual AI Index report. Here's what it reveals
There’s a new economic partnership emerging between Africa and the Gulf states
Strengthen Your Company 🏆
“As a startup, we needed a partner that could help us navigate the complex hiring process. CareerBuddy was that partner for us.
They listened to our needs and provided us with a pool of highly qualified candidates in a timely and efficient manner. Working with them has been a game-changer for us” - Koa Technology
Investing News & Opportunities 💰
Darell Frater, an investment associate at Serac Ventures is actively looking to make 2-3 $500K investments into late pre-seed or seed companies. See more here
Kubik became the first Ethiopian company to raise a multi-million dollar investment in climate and sustainability solutions
These are the Start ups that have raised $100m+ in Africa over the past 5 years
Credit: Africa: The Big Deal
There’s More To Being A Leader🎖️
If you’re in a SaaS company, these are the 25 most important terms to remember
This was how Deel grew from $0 to $500M ARR in 5 years. Plus a breakdown of what made VCs invest in Deel
Wired co-founder Kevin Kelly unveils 73 nuggets of wisdom for a life well-lived
AI tool of the week 🤖: HoopsAI delivers hyper-personalized stock analyses and trading ideas tailored specifically for your goals
Pro Tip To Take You Through The Week🌟
What’s Happening? 🤷♂️
While you were away at work, these 5 things happened:
An African nation threatened Apple with legal action over alleged "blood minerals" in its gadgets
Nigeria is planning to set up a $10 billion diaspora fund to attract investment from its citizens living abroad
BuuPass, a bus ticketing platform, acquired its competitor QuickBus
4 of Nigeria’s most prominent fintechs, paused account opening for new customers following a directive from the CBN
A Chinese virologist who was exposing crucial Covid-19 data, suddenly began facing challenges
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