Diaspora Dollars Principles
"Personal Finance Is More Philosophy Than Technical."
Diaspora Dollars Principles (DDP) is a series in which we delve into the foundational principles of personal finance while also offering nuanced perspectives tailored to the African context.
Behind the Scenes of Success
Welcome to the inaugural article of Diaspora Dollars Principles (DDP), a series where we delve into the foundational principles of personal finance while also offering nuanced perspectives tailored to the African context.
Don't Take Advice From the Successful
Welcome back to another installment of the Diaspora Dollars Principles (DDP) series, where we examine personal finance principles and fit them in the African context.
Wealth Is Like a Toilet
In the bustling heart of Akpakpa, Ayo’s sleek car crawled through the congested streets, a droplet in the incessant traffic. The sun blazed down with a vengeance, adding to the frustration of the waiting game. With his windows open and the AC out of commission since last week, the 36-degree heat became a tangible presence inside the car, wrapping around…
Debt Defines Your Future
Japan has over 1900 businesses that are at least 500 years old and is also home to 21 firms older than a millennium. What do Japanese companies have in common? Sustainability. To survive for such a long time, Japanese businesses often employ techniques such as passing down the business through heirs and maintaining zero to low debt levels.
Outcome>Income
“Imagine awakening to the soft light of Saturday morning, the sound of laughter and the sweet aroma of breakfast wafting from the kitchen. Your partner and children, beaming with excitement, present a tray filled with locally-sourced tropical fruits, a fluffy omelette infused with indigenous herbs, and warm, flaky bread from the local bakery. Accompanyi…