Entrepreneurship 101 for TEENS

The Future You Series episode introduces teenagers to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, encouraging them to transform their aspirations into profitable ventures. Hosted by Nnaemeka Udoka, the episode highlights the unique advantages young individuals possess as business starters, such as fearlessness and digital fluency. It outlines key steps for launching and managing a small business, from identifying viable ideas based on problem-solving, existing skills, or emerging trends, to establishing a business foundation with legal and financial considerations, effective marketing strategies utilizing social media and local networking, and common pitfalls to avoid. The episode further explores scaling a successful business through reinvestment, systemization, and strategic expansion, concluding with a practical challenge for aspiring teen entrepreneurs to begin their journey.