Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Jeneka Olawale. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Hi Jeneka, thanks for joining us today. What sort of legacy are you hoping to build. What do you think people will say about you after you are gone, what do you hope to be remembered for?
More than anything, I want to leave a legacy of philanthropy and possibility. When people see my name or my children, I want them to know that giving to your community is fulfilling a physical and intrinsic need. Also, the likelihood that someone who is relatable can make a big impact can be inspiring.
There are a few people who have passed on who I will never forget, not because of their title or relationship, but because of their wisdom and and kindness. My maternal grandmother, my dad, and my pastor instilled values that help me to stay grounded and dream at the same time.
Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers
I am a Black woman in Metro Detroit with a husband and two kids. I spend most of my spare time reading mysteries and watching true crime. As a project manager, I solve business problems. Resources, processes, equipment, and people can create issues for a business, but I work with my clients to customize actionable steps of solution execution.
We’d love to hear the story of how you turned a side-hustle into a something much bigger.
I’m currently in a corporate exit journey that I’ve been vlogging on Instagram. My goal is to exit by September of 2023 with at least $5k in savings..
I got my business legit in August of 2022 and quickly discovered that there was no way it could remain a side-hustle. Networking, lead generation, meetings and deliverables take up the time I would normally work on my corporate job. I’ve had to measure some opportunity costs to keep both going at the same time, but thankfully, my job is flexible and my clients understand.
Some of the milestones that I’ve seen so far is my monthly business revenue reaching half of my monthly career income. Another point is the time allocation. In order for me to be effective in my business, I’ve had to complete my corporate activities in less time so I can spend the rest of my quiet hours (before dinner and bedtime) on business growth activities.
What’s been the best source of new clients for you?
In a consultant service industry, my clients have come mostly from referrals. When I build trust with my current customers and deliver what their business needs, they don’t have a problem referring me to other people in their circle.
Since my business is B2B, I spend time in business groups on social media and attending in-person events. I don’t pitch myself, but I do try to help solve problems. When I answer questions and make myself available, those become opportunities to build a long-term business relationship.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.enrichedbiz.com
- Instagram: @jenekaolawale
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeneka-olawale-aa4b9067/
Image Credits
ProsperUs Detroit for 3rd photo with client