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Renewable Energy: What's Holding Us Back? The Ernest Akinlola Story EP013

Paulin Kantue Season 1 Episode 13

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Ernest Akinlola, the Managing Director of Bbox Nigeria, shares his journey in the telecom and renewable energy industries. He emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and pursuing creative disruption. Ernest discusses the challenges and successes of launching and scaling Bbox Nigeria, highlighting the importance of teamwork, adaptability and so much more!

Contact Ernest Akinlola: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernest-akinlola

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background of Ernest Akinola
03:26 Embracing Creative Disruption in Telecom and Renewable Energy
09:24 The Convergence of Telecom and Renewable Energy
16:15 Adaptability and Innovation in Telecom and Renewable Energy
33:41 Understanding the Local Context and Customer Needs in Renewable Energy
35:10 Challenges and Opportunities in the Solar Home Provider Industry
38:13 The Importance of Clear Narratives and Diverse Teams in Entrepreneurship
41:36 Leadership Insights: Understanding Team Frequencies and Emotional Intelligence
45:28 The Power of Continuous Innovation in Business

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