In this first episode of Build Your Own Business Podcast, Hachi talks with Omobolanle (Mobolahub), a procurement expert whose entrepreneurial journey went from selling jelly shoes in university to surviving debt and getting an unexpected boost from Nigerian music legend Don Jazzy.That one shoutout turned her struggling small business into a viral success — but Omobolanle didn’t stop there. She pivoted, adapted, and eventually built Mobolahub, a procurement service that helps businesses and individuals source goods directly from China without ever stepping foot there. Her story is packed with lessons on resilience, marketing, and the power of consistency.You’ll learn:How a Don Jazzy shoutout became the turning point for her businessThe pitfalls of importing without understanding shipping and costsWhy she pivoted from teaching to procurementHow to build trust with customers as a small businessThe role of social media and ads in sustaining growthKey lessons on consistency, avoiding the wrong investors, and scaling wisely⏱ Timestamps03:32 – Starting with jelly shoes in university07:04 – First big mistake: debt from importing goods09:25 – Taking on investors too early12:22 – The Don Jazzy story: a shoutout that changed everything16:18 – Pivoting into teaching and procurement19:30 – How to buy from China without ever going there25:05 – Marketing, ads, and building trust with customers28:02 – Three lessons every small business owner should know🔗 Links & ResourcesFollow Mobolahub on Instagram: https://instagram.com/mobolahub Visit Oze: https://bit.ly/ozespDownload the Oze App: https://oze.app.link/LYwsj8oc2VbOze Business School: https://bit.ly/spobs👉 If you’re a small business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode shows how one viral moment can change everything — but also why sustainability depends on consistency, marketing, and smart business choices. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real stories from African entrepreneurs.

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