A Panel Session with Adetutu Afolabi, Edward Esene, Samuel Ijiyokunola & Tope Mark-Odigie

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What does it truly mean to do business God’s way in today’s world? In this dynamic and wisdom-filled panel discussion, industry leaders Edward Esene, Samuel Ijiyokunola, and Dr. Adetutu Afolabi share real stories, practical strategies, and spiritual insights for building businesses that succeed with purpose. Moderated by the brilliant Tope Mark-Odigie, this conversation, recorded live at the Midweek service of the Daystar Christian Centre on July 30, 2025, will equip you to think deeper, grow smarter, and lead with kingdom values in any industry. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned CEO, this is your boardroom and Bible moment! From the Doing Business series at Daystar. Watch, share, and get inspired! #DoingBusiness #KingdomEntrepreneurship #daystarchristiancentre 0:00 Opening & Family Message 0:29 Evening Service Introduction 0:42 Business & Kingdom Principles 2:07 Thriving Without Losing Your Soul 2:32 Marketplace Pressures & Temptations 4:12 Medical Industry Integrity Challenges 5:09 Scarcity vs Abundance Mindset 5:54 Internship Drug Theft Story 7:13 Cash Payment Red Flags 8:45 Defining Personal Success 10:21 Service Business Payment Issues 12:50 Real Estate Industry Realities 14:28 Caesar's Money Philosophy 17:25 Nigerian Business Nuances 🇳 19:15 Profitability vs Ministry Balance 20:30 Personality Types in Business 21:03 Lending Business Failure Story 21:42 Business Model Pivot Success 22:07 Systems vs Personal Management 23:04 Business as Ministry Concept 24:22 Tough Decisions in Leadership 24:44 How to Fire with Grace 27:11 Business First, Ministry Second 28:32 Becoming More Assertive 29:10 Importance of KPIs & Metrics 29:46 Document Staff Issues 30:47 Know Your Business Numbers 31:53 Turnover vs Profit Focus 33:24 Business Academy Training 34:29 Cost Structure Breakdown 36:14 Competing in Creative Industry 37:45 Maintaining Christian Identity 39:05 Community Support System 39:11 Anchoring Through Difficult Seasons 39:46 Finding Community and Mentorship 40:28 Fashion Brand Reopening Strategy 40:54 Market Research Reality Check 41:28 Drop Shipping as Market Testing 42:21 Real Estate Success Without Marketing 44:02 Standing Out in Crowded Markets 45:24 Product Differentiation Strategies 46:23 Adapting to Customer Feedback 48:02 Finding Purpose While Starting Out 49:04 Evolution of Business Purpose 50:58 Start With What You Have Philosophy 51:25 Laundry Business Success Story 53:45 Just Do It - Taking Action Now 54:02 8-Year Business Revenue Problem 54:34 Family Expenses vs Business Revenue 54:47 Digital Service Pricing Issues 55:50 Cost-Based Pricing Strategy 58:42 Community Leverage & Cost Savings 1:00:38 Importance of Mentorship 1:02:00 When Business Isn't Sustainable 1:03:43 Multiple Revenue Streams 1:05:03 Structure vs Hustling 1:07:36 Marketing Through Action 1:08:18 Volunteer for Proof of Concept 1:09:03 Determination & Faith in Business 1:11:42 Spiritual Dimension of Success 1:11:49 Session Wrap-Up

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