A True Entrepreneur Embodies Ubuntu Perseverance: “We Rise Together” 

By Sename Agbossou The journey of entrepreneurship is filled with peaks and valleys. There are wins, but also walls. There's clarity, but also confusion. And through it all, the True Entrepreneur keeps moving. Not in isolation, but anchored by Ubuntu wisdom: "A person is a person through other persons." Your perseverance isn't just about your individual will, it’s sustained by community and directed toward collective flourishing. What is Ubuntu perseverance? Ubuntu perseverance is showing up after disappointment, while lifting others who've stumbled. It's adjusting when the plan fails, while sharing lessons learned. It's taking the next step even when you don't see the finish line, while helping others find their path. It's not blind individual hustle. It's community-centered resilience, a deep belief that your success serves something greater, and that your persistence models possibility for others. Why Ubuntu perseverance transcends talent Talented individuals quit when it gets tough, but communities endure. Smart people freeze when things become unclear, but collective wisdom finds new paths. Those who persevere with Ubuntu spirit? They grow together. They adapt as one. They create wins that lift everyone. In business, persistent community beats isolated brilliance every time. What Ubuntu perseverance is not: It's not suffering alone in silence It's not pushing through at the expense of others It's not individual glory at any cost It's not refusing to lean on your community when you need support Ubuntu perseverance means pivoting with purpose and community input, not quitting when collective growth requires patience and mutual support. The Ubuntu paradox: Sometimes the most persistent thing you can do is ask for help. Your community wants to see you succeed, not struggle alone. Accepting support isn't weakness; it's wisdom. Ubuntu Entrepreneur's Challenge:Where in your life or business are you tempted to give up?What goal still matters—not just to you, but to those you serve?Are you trying to persevere alone when you could be drawing strength from your community? Don't stop because it's hard. Don't suffer in silence because it feels noble. Instead:• Pause if needed, and share your struggles with trusted advisors• Pivot if required, but seek collective wisdom in the process• Keep showing up, while creating space for others to show up for you Because in Ubuntu, the ones who keep going are the ones who help everyone get there. Want to build unshakable Ubuntu-centered resilience in your entrepreneurial journey?  👉 Download my free ebook "The Secrets of a True Entrepreneur"

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A True Entrepreneur Embodies Ubuntu: “I Am Because We Are” 

By Sename Agbossou Entrepreneurship can feel lonely. You carry vision, pressure, expectations—and often, doubt. But Ubuntu teaches us a profound truth: "I am because we are." A True Entrepreneur understands that individual success is inseparable from collective flourishing. They don't just build support, they contribute to the humanity of others while growing their own. Why Ubuntu matters in entrepreneurship: You can be a leader while recognizing your interdependence with others. You can pursue your vision while lifting others toward theirs. Ubuntu reminds us that our humanity is affirmed through our connections and contributions to our community. Success is never a solo act—it's a shared journey. Behind every great entrepreneur is not just a team, but a web of relationships built on mutual respect, shared wisdom, and collective growth. Ubuntu shapes everything: Your compassion and empathy Your commitment to others' growth Your understanding that prosperity should be shared Your resilience through community bonds True Entrepreneurs don't try to be superheroes. They build ecosystems where everyone thrives—because when our community succeeds, we all succeed. The Ubuntu truth about success: There is no individual achievement without collective contribution. Every success story is woven from threads of community support, shared knowledge, and mutual encouragement. But here's the Ubuntu paradox many entrepreneurs miss: You cannot pour from an empty cup. Ubuntu teaches us that caring for ourselves is caring for our community. When you neglect your own growth, you diminish what you can offer others. Many entrepreneurs get trapped in endless giving (mentoring, supporting, solving everyone else's problems) while their own development stagnates. This isn't Ubuntu; it's self-sacrifice that ultimately serves no one well. The True Entrepreneur knows when to lead, and when to serve. When to give, and when to receive. When to support others, and when to seek the support that fuels their own growth. Ubuntu Entrepreneur's Challenge: Who are you lifting as you climb? Are you building a circle that not only supports you, but that you actively support in return? And critically: Are you allowing others to pour into your growth too? Start being intentional about practicing Ubuntu in your entrepreneurship. Ask yourself:  • "How am I contributing to the humanity and success of those around me?"• "Am I surrounding myself with people who challenge and develop me?"• "Is my desire to help others preventing me from receiving the help I need?" Remember: Choosing the right circle isn't selfish: it’s Ubuntu. When you grow, your capacity to serve grows. Because true infrastructure isn't just about what supports you. It’s about creating sustainable systems where everyone, including you, can thrive. Want to build a future rooted in Ubuntu principles where success means collective flourishing?  👉 Download my free ebook "The Secrets of a True Entrepreneur"

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Tony Parker’s Business Journey: A Case for the Pseudo-True Entrepreneur Framework

A few days ago, I listened to an episode of "Secrets d’info" on France Inter Radio titled “Du basket aux affaires, la reconversion contrastée de Tony Parker.” The show analyzed Parker’s entrepreneurial ventures, highlighting the challenges and criticisms he has faced since transitioning from basketball to business. As I followed the discussion, I noticed something: while the show focused on his struggles, it missed a crucial point.The real issue is not that Tony Parker is a bad entrepreneur, as some critics implied, but rather that he is navigating a phase that many talented individuals experience when entering the business world. This phase is what I call the Pseudo-True Entrepreneur stage—a stage where ambition, creativity, and drive exist, but the critical skill of surrounding oneself with the right people is lacking. Instead of simply joining the critics, I want to use this article to explore how this framework helps explain his business journey constructively. (For those interested, you can listen to the original podcast episode here.) What Is a Pseudo-True Entrepreneur? A Pseudo-True Entrepreneur is not a bad entrepreneur—far from it. This type of entrepreneur possesses initiative, boldness, and vision but struggles to build a truly self-sustaining business due to one missing piece: the right people. The key traits of a Pseudo-True Entrepreneur include:✅ Creative and resourceful – they generate ideas and pursue opportunities.✅ Driven and proactive – they take action rather than waiting for things to happen.❌ Struggles with delegation – they either trust the wrong people or try to do too much alone.❌ Lacks a strong, reliable team – they haven’t mastered the art of selecting, developing, and retaining the right talent. This is not a permanent state, but rather a learning phase—one that many high achievers, including Tony Parker, go through. Why Tony Parker Fits This Framework 1. Creativity and Initiative? Yes. But Strategic Team-Building? Missing. Parker’s creativity in business is evident. He’s taken bold initiatives, investing in sports, media, and other ventures. He has the mindset of an entrepreneur—he doesn’t wait for opportunities; he creates them. But initiative alone doesn’t build a successful business. The most successful entrepreneurs understand that choosing the right people is as crucial as choosing the right business moves. 2. From the Basketball Court to the Boardroom: A Different Game Parker mastered teamwork on the basketball court. He worked under great coaches, surrounded himself with elite teammates, and trusted a system. However, business is not sports. In basketball: The team is built for you. Scouts, coaches, and managers assemble the right mix of talent. Your role is clear. You focus on performance while others handle recruitment and strategy. In business, the entrepreneur is the coach, the recruiter, and the strategist. If Parker had applied the same strategic team-building principles from basketball to business, his journey might have been smoother. 3. The Missing Piece: Surrounding Himself with the Right People The podcast criticized his business decisions, but it overlooked the real issue—his difficulty in assembling the right team. Many ex-athletes, celebrities, and professionals fall…

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