Business 101 Podcast: Finance and Growth Mastery
Real lessons. Real leaders. Real results. Brutally honest conversations with C-suite operators and founders to help you master money, strategy and growth.
About the Podcast
Hosted by Ayo' Oye — management consultant with PwC, Deloitte and McKinsey experience and a Duke MBA. The show uncovers the how behind wins and setbacks so founders and ambitious professionals can apply proven playbooks without fluff.
We're building the world's largest black-founded business improvement community to help young people earn more, manage money and build sustainable businesses with real toolkits from investors and leaders.
What to Expect
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Story-led Episodes
Each episode weaves compelling narratives with practical takeaways you can implement immediately. No theoretical concepts—just real-world applications from those who've been in the trenches.
2
Strategic Questions
Thoughtful discussions grounded in strategy and execution. We dig deep to uncover the "how" behind successes and failures, giving you a blueprint to follow.
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Actionable Insights
Walk away with specific tools, frameworks, and tactics you can use this week. Our guests don't just share what worked—they break down exactly how you can replicate their success.
About the Host
"I believe humans are like businesses. We all have brands, assets, income, expenses and even debts. Manage yourself like a great company and you live stronger and smarter."
Ayo watched his mom build six businesses with grit which sparked his obsession with resilient companies. He moved from biochemistry into accounting, earned a Strategy and Finance MBA at Duke, then advised the C-suite at McKinsey, Deloitte and PwC. Now he brings those lessons directly to you.
Momentum So Far
30+
Leaders Interviewed
Including a billion-dollar founder, all within just 3 months of launching
25K+
YouTube Views
Growing audience of engaged viewers seeking actionable business insights
17K+
LinkedIn Followers
Building a community of ambitious professionals and founders
Start Listening
Choose your preferred platform and dive into conversations that will transform how you think about business, finance, and personal growth. Each episode delivers concrete strategies from leaders who've walked the path before you.
YouTube Playlist
Watch full episodes with visual cues and demonstrations from our guests. Perfect for visual learners who want to see concepts explained.
Spotify Show
Listen on-the-go with Spotify's seamless audio experience. Great for commutes, workouts, or whenever you need hands-free learning.
More Listening Options
Apple Podcasts
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Amazon Music
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Who It's For
Early-Stage Founders
Building something from scratch? Get battle-tested strategies from those who've navigated the same challenges you're facing now. Skip the costly trial-and-error phase.
Business-Curious Professionals
Looking to level up your career or transition into entrepreneurship? Our episodes provide the frameworks and insights to help you make informed decisions.
MBA Students
Complement your theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. Hear from operators who apply the concepts you're studying in high-stakes business environments.
If you've built, broken or fixed something in the real world, you'll feel right at home here. Our no-fluff approach means every minute spent listening delivers concrete value.
Typical Episode Flow
Warm Story Hook
Each episode begins with a compelling narrative that tees up the playbook to follow. These stories provide context and emotional connection to the strategies being shared.
Operator-Grade Questions
Ayo digs deep with questions that reveal the "how" behind success and failure. This isn't surface-level conversation—expect nuanced discussions about execution details.
Clear Takeaways
Every episode concludes with specific, actionable insights you can implement immediately. We distill complex strategies into step-by-step processes you can follow.
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Ready to transform your approach to business and finance? Choose your preferred platform from the options above and start listening today. New episodes drop regularly, each packed with insights you won't find in business textbooks.
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