Stop Trying to "Make It" Overnight - Adebayo Oke-Lawal
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When Adebayo Oke-Lawal became one of the first African designers nominated for the LVMH Prize, it looked like the ultimate win. But behind the scenes, he was burning out, trying to build infrastructure from scratch while carrying the weight of a continent.
Today, he is the globally celebrated founder of Orange Culture.
In this episode of Growth Through Failure, he reveals why looking successful before you're ready is a dangerous trap. If you've ever felt the pressure to scale overnight, you need to hear this.
TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 01:51 The Failure Story 11:38 What Emotions Were You Feeling? 16:36 Who were the protagonists in your story? 27:10 Three Key Takeaways 34:40 Rapid Fire Questions
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