Business Transformation Workshops
Facilitators Profile
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Shola Ajani
Shola Ajani is a business transformation expert and strategist with a proven track record of driving innovation and change across industries.
He has revolutionized Nigeria's recruitment landscape by introducing the Diaspora Recruitment segment, connecting global talent with local opportunities, and pioneering online recruitment platforms.
His impact extends globally through the Multi-City Recruitment Tour across the USA and Canada, and his School of Consulting, the only one of its kind in Africa, transforms individuals into market leaders.
His strategic vision has earned him global recognition, including a feature on CNN.
Objective
To provide business leaders with a structured platform to critically assess their business performance and create actionable strategies for growth, efficiency, and profitability.​
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Key Outcomes
1. In-depth analysis of current business performance.
2. Identification of key opportunities for improvement or expansion.
3. Development of a strategic action plan with measurable objectives.
4. Creation of a prioritized roadmap for execution over the next 6–12 months.​
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Event Structure:​
1. Opening Keynote:
- Topic: “The Power of Reflection: Unlocking Business Potential through Review”
- Goal: To inspire participants on the importance of regular business reviews and how structured planning can drive success.
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2. Session 1: Business Health Check
- Overview: Conduct a thorough review of key business metrics (financial health, market positioning, operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, etc.).
- Interactive Component: Participants will use templates and tools to conduct a quick business health check for their company.
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3. Session 2: Opportunity Identification & Gap Analysis
- Overview: Identify key areas where the business is underperforming or where opportunities for growth exist.
- Focus Areas: Market trends, customer needs, internal capabilities, innovation potential.
- Group Activity: Breakout sessions where participants discuss and share their business challenges and opportunities with peers.
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4. Session 3: Strategic Prioritization
- Overview: Teach participants how to prioritize business initiatives based on urgency, impact, and available resources.
- Interactive Component: Participants work on prioritizing their own business objectives and share their results with the group.
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5. Session 4: Action Plan Development
- Overview: Help participants create an actionable plan with specific, measurable goals, timelines, and accountability structures.
- Output: Each participant leaves with a drafted 6-12 month action plan tailored to their business needs.
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6. Closing Session: Roadmap to Execution & Accountability
- Topic: “Making Plans Stick: From Vision to Execution”
- Speaker: Expert on project management or business transformation.
- Goal: Teach participants how to ensure their action plans are implemented effectively, using accountability systems and performance tracking.