⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Why are we so eager to call ourselves self-made, yet so reluctant to acknowledge the people who shaped us? Inspired by LeBron James’ tribute to Michael Jordan, this episode explores the importance of honoring our mentors while they’re still here. I reflect on how figures like Steve Stoute and Jay-Z transformed the way I think about business, culture, and possibility, and why giving credit doesn’t diminish your success. It gives your story honesty and depth.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best opportunities don’t always come because you’re chasing them. Sometimes, they come because you’ve spent years living your purpose. In this episode of Book Strategist Daily, I share how my mission to champion books and connect Black voices across languages led to an unexpected opportunity with Rolling Stone Africa. It’s a reminder that purpose is bigger than a job title or a business. When your mission is clear, new platforms simply become new ways to serve it.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Are we using technology to think better, or are we slowly allowing it to think for us? Inspired by a reflection from Sinead Bovell on what she calls the Great Cognitive Divide, this episode of Book Strategist Daily explores what we may lose when everything is summarized, simplified, and interpreted for us. Reading isn’t only about accessing information. It trains us to follow complex ideas, question what we’re told, and form opinions of our own. In the age of AI, the ability to think deeply may become one of our greatest advantages.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ While reading Morgan DeBaun’s book, one idea immediately stood out to me: purpose comes before strategy. In this episode of Book Strategist Daily, I reflect on how the founder of Blavity and AfroTech made me think about the deeper purpose behind OmaxBooks. A business is more than what it sells. When your purpose is clear, it becomes a filter for the books you publish, the partnerships you build, the opportunities you pursue, and even the ones you turn down.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Most entrepreneurs use newsletters to sell. Alexis Onestas believes they should use them to build trust. In this episode of Book Strategist Daily, he explains why he sees Substack as a media platform rather than a newsletter, and why owning the relationship with your audience is one of the most valuable assets an entrepreneur can create. Trust is built one conversation at a time, long before the next launch.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The future of French extends far beyond France. In this episode of Book Strategist Daily, Alexis Onestas explains why Africa has become a strategic priority for OmaxBooks. Drawing on his experience at the SILA in Abidjan and reflecting on the launch of EYL Africa by the team behind Earn Your Leisure and Invest Fest, he shares why the continent is not a backup plan, but an essential part of his long-term vision. Building internationally isn’t about chasing trends. It’s about recognizing where the future is already taking shape.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For years, Alexis Onestas believed that building a business meant doing almost everything himself. In this episode of Book Strategist Daily, he explains how partnering with Ulule for crowdfunding campaigns and DG Diffusion for international distribution completely changed the way he thinks about growth. Sometimes, the next level of your business isn’t about working harder. It’s about finding the right partners.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Entrepreneurs are always focused on the next project, which means they rarely stop to recognize what they have already built. In this episode of Book Strategist Daily, Alexis Onestas reflects on the twentieth anniversary of Hip Hop Love Soul, the Paris event he created with his friend Didier. He explains why documenting your projects, celebrating important milestones, and preserving your own history can help you recognize your progress and find the energy to build what comes next.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What looks worthless in one room can become valuable in another. In this episode of Book Strategist Daily, Alexis Onestas reflects on more than ten years of entrepreneurship in France and explains why entering new rooms gave him new energy, new perspectives, and new business opportunities. From the energy of New York to the development of his businesses across the United States, Africa, the Caribbean, and Europe, he explores why international growth is not simply about working in more countries. It is about finding the environments where your vision is understood and your value is recognized.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ In this episode of Book Strategist Daily, Alexis Onestas explains why preparing for Invest Fest starts long before arriving in Atlanta. Flights, hotels, registration, and time away from your business make every major event an investment. From reconnecting with past contacts to scheduling meetings in advance, he shares why the best opportunities should never be left to chance.

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