The TRUTH About Funding & Investments NOBODY Tells You | Ep 14 with Ejemen Roluga

How do you secure funding, grow your business, and navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship? In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, host Mo' sits down with Ejemen Roluga, a global business leader, strategic finance expert, and managing partner at Grovane Advisory Partners.

With over 15 years of experience and $50M+ in transactions, Ejemen shares powerful insights on:

💰 How to secure funding and attract investor confidence
📊 Why a strong business model matters more than money
👩🏽‍💼 The unique challenges women face in finance & business
💡 Balancing career, family, and personal growth
🔥 Leadership, personal finance, and the mindset for success

Whether you're an entrepreneur, founder, or someone interested in finance, this episode is packed with valuable strategies and real-life lessons to help you build a thriving business and career.

🎧 Listen and Watch now, and let me know your biggest takeaway in the comments!

00:00 - Introduction to The Hungry Creative Podcast
02:14 - Ejemen’s journey into finance & investment banking
04:48 - Challenges of working in investment banking
08:51 - Simplifying funding for businesses
11:55 - Why securing funding is so difficult
16:51 - The importance of funding for SMEs & startups
19:51 - Debunking funding myths entrepreneurs believe
25:05 - How to navigate trust issues in investment & funding
29:46 - The struggles of women in finance & business
36:58 - How to balance career, family, and personal growth
43:58 - Overcoming career challenges & finding motivation
48:37 - Why entrepreneurs chase multiple ventures
52:55 - The power of optimism in business & leadership
58:22 - Personal finance insights every entrepreneur needs
01:05:22 - Leadership, humanity, and building a legacy

💡 Key Takeaways from This Episode:
✔️ Funding doesn’t fix a broken business—your model matters!
✔️ Curiosity & continuous learning open doors in finance & entrepreneurship.
✔️ Networking & trust-building are essential for attracting investors.
✔️ Balancing work and personal life takes strategy & support.
✔️ Optimism, resilience, and self-discovery are keys to long-term success.

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