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Think Like a Boss, Act Like a Hustler

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March 24, 2025

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Let’s start with a not-so-fun fact (this depends on how you choose to view it though): Hustling alone won’t make you rich. Some people already know this, so they’re good, but if you don’t know it yet, do not try to stone us, hear us out first.

So, yeah, hustling ALONE will not make you rich but you know what the real game-changer is? Moving like a hustler while thinking like a boss. A hustler sees opportunities and chases them down; A boss builds systems so opportunities come to them. A hustler grinds for money; A boss makes money work for them. But the secret? You need both. You need the two mindsets; a boss who sees the big picture and makes calculated decisions accordingly, and a hustler who stays adaptable, and ready to do whatever it takes.

Even if funds want to stand in the way of your boss moves, Market Monie’s business loans come in and saves the day, becoming a power move. They give you the fuel to: expand without waiting for profits to stack up, invest wisely instead of just grinding endlessly, and scale like a boss while keeping that hustler’s hunger.

We are not saying you should choose between grit and growth, no, they are not pros and cons of each other; we are telling you to master both. It is not as hard as it might seem or sound, so, let’s highlight some of the moves you need to take to master the two:

The Hustler’s Fire

Remember how we said the hustling spirit is not a disadvantage, here is reiterating that it is a huge advantage in fact; every success story starts with “hustle”—the sleepless nights, the risks, and the refusal to quit. Hustlers don’t wait for perfect conditions; they create their luck by putting in the work, so how do you intend to succeed in business if you do not have this? Two main things show the hustler’s fire:

  • Making Bold Moves: A hustler wants what they want no matter what, so they can take risks to get it, of course, these risks are expected to be well-calculated; making rash decisions does not make you a hustler, it makes you reckless. Even when taking business loans, the hustler’s spirit shines through when you see what they invest in like expansion and marketing. Also, a hustler does not believe in stopping because they failed, it is just a setback and you should see it just as that, even more fuel to bolster your success.
  • Remaining Adaptable: Markets are always changing and to succeed as an entrepreneur, you should be adaptable. You have to be able to change with the tides and pivot in the right direction when the market changes.

Now that you know how the hustler acts, shall we get into the thought process of the boss? Yes, we shall!

The Boss’ Strategy

Talking about being a boss here does not only mean barking orders at your employees and doing whatever you like, no it is not; we are talking to you about building. Thinking like a boss is beyond working in your business, it is also working ON it.

  • Systems, beyond Sales: Making sales is one of the main goals of any business, but as a boss, you have to also focus on building a system that works even without you. Rather than always chasing deals, a boss builds a good system (e.g. a brand that can become a franchise) that attracts deals and gets people to look for the business rather than the other way around. To build these systems, you might not need to do much more hard work, you just need to think smarter and become a pro at delegating.

The boss in you also knows that if it seems like you don’t have enough to build such systems, Market Monie is there to the rescue to offer you a variety of business loans.

  • Creating Wealth: Simply earning money? Nah, that is not the way of a boss; by now you should have realized that we are telling you that as a boss, you cannot be satisfied with the bare minimum, no, it is not enough. It is a joyful thing when your business breaks even and starts to make profits that you can spend but as a boss, you have to think beyond the present, plan for the future, invest, and reinvest; by doing this, you are not just earning a living and moving from check to check but also accumulating wealth for the future.

The Merge

The goal here is to find the balance; So, as you hustle for opportunities for your business, boss up to sustain them, and as you grind to build momentum, scale it with strategy and smart financing. You may start the race as only a hustler, it is time to boss up and hedge forward; the real thing is knowing when to apply the hustling fire and when to strategize.

Work hard, work smart, and if the funds get tight, call MarketMonie.

For additional information on elevating your business, contact us at (+234) 913-6000-833 or email info@marketmonie.com.

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Are You Running, Jumping, or Stuck?

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March 24, 2025

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If business were a track event, some people would be sprinters, dashing toward their business goals with precision. Some would be jumpers, leaping over obstacles with energy and risk. And then… there are those who are just standing there, watching others move, pressing their calculator, analyzing, overthinking, and doing absolutely nothing.

Sounds familiar right?

Running means speed and strategy. Jumping is all about timing and confidence. Being stuck? That one is like standing at a bus stop but refusing to enter a bus because you’re waiting for an air-conditioned chariot that is never coming. In business, these three categories define how entrepreneurs handle money—especially running capital. And let’s be honest, if your money isn’t running, neither is your business.

So, which one are you? Let’s find out.

The Runners: They Understand the Money Marathon

Running in business is not about sprinting recklessly; it’s about pacing yourself. These people understand that money is like a relay baton—if you don’t pass it forward (reinvest), your business will slow down.

They know that cash flow is the hinge that holds the door of business together. They reinvest, restock, and rotate their funds wisely. They don’t keep all their profit under their mattress or use it to buy chilled coke; they rather put it back into the business, buy more stock, and increase their profit.

Runners don’t wait for luck; they plan, they strategize, and they move. And when they need extra fuel, they know where to find it—Market Monie.

The Jumpers: High Energy, High Risk, High Reward

Jumpers are those hustlers who don’t wait for perfect conditions—they create them. They believe in the philosophy of “If money no dey, we go find am.”

They see an opportunity, they take a loan, they expand, they experiment. Sometimes, they land on their feet like a pro athlete. Other times, they miscalculate and end up in a financial gutter, but they dust themselves off and try again.

Bilal’s story is a classic example. When a fire incident nearly shut down his business, he had every reason to give up. But instead, he leveraged Market Monie’s support, got back on his feet, and now he’s not just jumping; he’s running. Today, his bags of garri and beans are in high demand across town.

Jumpers make bold money moves, and the smart ones know when to land safely. With Market Monie, landing well is easier.

The Stuck Ones: Pressing Calculator, No Action

Now, these ones. Their business is like a car with a driver but no fuel—plenty of potential, no movement. They talk about expansion, they dream about growth, but when it’s time to act, they start doing mathematics that nobody asked for.

They fear spending money, so they calculate every single penny they want to spend. They fear taking loans, so they remain small. They fear reinvesting, so their business stays in the same spot, like a tailor that refuses to upgrade from a  manual sewing machine to electric. Stuck people are their own biggest obstacles.

So, Where Do You Stand?

Running, jumping, or stuck—whatever stage you’re in, one thing is clear: movement is key. Money should be running in your business, not standing still like an extra in a Nollywood movie.

If you’re running, keep strategizing.

If you’re jumping, make sure you land well.

If you’re stuck, my dear, it’s time to stop pressing that calculator, calculating will not solve anything, instead, start making moves. A subtle reminder; Stuck people can never stock up their market.

Market Monie is committed to supporting business owners like you, with accessing the right financial solutions to advance your goals. Our focus is on delivering hassle-free and meaningful support. Call us at (+234) 913-6000-833 to get started.

So, what is it going to be—do you want to run, jump, or stay stuck?

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