Question

Business Sustainability Secrets: How to Build a Business That Outlives You – Insights from Dr. Olumide Emmanuel

Answer 1

10 Actionable Steps from Dr. Olumide Emmanuel

1. Start with a sustainability mindset

2. Register your business and open a business account

3. Create clear internal systems (emails, invoices, schedules)

4. Structure your day like a CEO—even if you work from home

5. Invest in mentorship and lifelong learning

6. Train your staff or team—even if it's just one person

7. Develop a succession plan beyond your children

8. Use legal structures (like trusts) to preserve ownership

9. Upgrade customer service to match modern expectations

10. Learn to scale from 500 to 5,000 customers