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Building an Anticapitalist Consultancy with Olanike A. Mensah


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Have you heard these three myths about building an anti-capitalist consultancy? Myth 1: Anti-capitalist means you can't make money. Myth 2: Consulting ethically means sacrificing profits. Myth 3: Implementing anti-capitalist principles is too complicated. But fear not, I'm about to reveal the truth behind these myths. Get ready for a game-changing approach to sustainable and socially conscious business operations. Stay tuned for the surprising strategy!

In this episode of Confessions with Jess and Cindy, Olanike Akanbi-Ayomide, the founder of Mosaic Consulting, shares her journey of transitioning her business to operate based on anti-capitalist principles. Olanike reflects on the shifts in her business model, aligning her approach with personal values and cultural influences. She emphasizes the importance of transparency, ethical leadership, and the need for consultants to consider their own characteristics when crafting their approach to securing clients. The conversation highlights the challenges of balancing business growth and sustainability with personal well-being, providing valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to establish a successful practice while staying true to themselves. Olanike's narrative serves as a powerful example of challenging conventional norms and reimagining success through a lens of social justice and accountability. By embracing anti-capitalist principles and fostering ethical leadership, Olanike's experiences provide valuable lessons for consultants prioritizing ethical business practices and seeking more sustainable and socially conscious operations.

Key Highlights:

  • Embrace socially conscious values to build a consultancy business that makes a positive impact on society and the environment.
  • Implement effective business development strategies to attract clients and grow your consultancy with ethical principles at the core.
  • Transition your business to anti-capitalist principles for a more equitable and socially responsible approach to entrepreneurship.
  • Prioritize personal well-being to enhance your effectiveness as an entrepreneur and create a more sustainable business.
  • Build financial sustainability while incorporating equitable practices to drive positive change in the business world.


Find Us Online:  https://www.confessionswithjessandcindy.com

Connect with Olanike: 

Olanike Akanbi-Ayomide  (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/mosaic_4equity/   

Olanike Akanbi-Ayomide (Linkedin): https://www.linkedin.com/in/olanike/ 

Connect with Cindy:

Cindy Wagman Coaching: cindywagman.com

Fractional Fundraising Network: fractionalfundraising.co/

LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/cindywagman

Connect with Jess:

Out In the Boons: outintheboons.me

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jess-campbell-outintheboons/


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