Olusola Blessing Blog

 We live in a world that celebrates speed. Overnight success stories make headlines, social media amplifies quick wins, and the pressure to achieve “big things” at once weighs heavily on many young people and entrepreneurs. But behind every story of breakthrough lies a quiet truth: growth doesn’t happen overnight; it unfolds through small, consistent steps. When I reflect on my own journey, I realize that some of the most meaningful progress I’ve made didn’t come from giant leaps but from little efforts I showed up for daily. It’s the late nights spent learning, the courage to try one more time after failing, and the humility to start small while holding on to a bigger vision. Those steps didn’t always feel glamorous, but they were building blocks for something greater. For entrepreneurs, especially, the temptation to chase instant results is real. You start a business and expect it to take off in a few months. You launch an idea and hope it gets noticed immediately. But sustainabl...

Africa’s youth stand at the heart of the continent’s destiny. With millions of young people entering the labor market each year, the question of how they will work, where they will work, and what opportunities they will find has become urgent. The future of work is no longer a distant conversation; it is already shaping the lives of young Africans in cities, towns, and rural communities. One of the greatest realities facing the continent is that traditional jobs are no longer guaranteed. In many countries, industries that once absorbed large numbers of workers are shrinking, while new areas of opportunity are emerging. Informal work remains the backbone of survival for many households, but it often lacks security, fair wages, and growth potential. At the same time, new forms of work—whether in creative industries, service delivery, agriculture, or technology are taking shape in ways that demand fresh thinking. Education plays a central role in this transition. Across Africa, too many y...