Unemployment in Nigeria is one of the main reasons for many problems in the country, including the widespread lack of security.
These days, it’s common to see university graduates doing jobs that have nothing to do with what they studied and earning #20,000 per month or even less.
This leads to wasted talent and more poverty among regular people like us.
I have been in a situation where I was earning very little, and I had too many responsibilities, it was not good, it was tough, and that led me to do everything I could to improve my situation.
After a lot of struggles, grinding, trial and error, I found something that worked, which helped me get out of that situation.
In this article, I’ll share with you one of the best solutions I found for unemployment among individual Nigerians, regardless of your education level.
The very first thing you need to understand is:
Your Job Search and Financial Independence
If you are unemployed and you have been looking for a job for a long time, the first step is to change your way of thinking.
You need to stop waiting for one government agency to open a recruitment portal so you can apply along with other millions of Nigerians.
You need to stop focusing on finding a politician or someone in a position of power to get you a job.
Unfortunately, this is the mindset of many unemployed Nigerians.
Instead, shift your focus to this question: “What can I do today to start working toward financial independence?”
Fortunately, there are many paths to achieving financial independence, regardless of your education level, and one of these paths is online entrepreneurship.
What is Online Entrepreneurship?
Online entrepreneurship is the practice of creating and managing businesses or income-generating ventures primarily on the Internet.
It involves using online platforms, websites, social media, e-commerce, and various digital tools to start, operate, and grow a business.
Online entrepreneurs can offer products, services, or content to a global audience, and they often leverage technology and digital marketing strategies to reach and engage customers or clients.
5 Online Entrepreneurship Ideas for Nigerians
There are many business ideas that are perfect for Nigerians, but the most suitable one depends on your individual qualities.
Some opportunities demand your time, some require specific skills, while others may need some financial investment. So, the best online business opportunity for you depends on your unique situation.
Here are the top 5 online business ideas that I recommend for Nigerians:
- Freelancing
- E-commerce
- Blogging
- YouTube content creation
- Affiliate marketing
For me, everything changed when I discovered freelancing. It was how I began earning money online, and that’s why I believe freelancing is one of the quickest ways to start making money online. Click here to learn how you can start freelancing as a complete beginner.
If you want to learn more about these 5 online business ideas, click here to check out the article where I talked about each one in great detail and how you can get started.
What Will It Take To Succeed?
Most of the individuals who start an online business fail, but the few who succeed change their family’s financial future. I guess that is what makes online entrepreneurship valuable.
Now, the question is, how can you become one of the few who succeed? The answer is straightforward: Learn what it takes to succeed and be ready to give in all you’ve got!
I don’t think is possible to start online entrepreneurship and succeed the first time you try. You are going to make mistakes in the beginning.
These mistakes are important because they teach you not just the right way to do things but also what doesn’t work.
Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Instead, embrace them as opportunities to learn and improve. Fix those mistakes, and you’ll become better at what you do.
Prepare yourself to experience some failures, and be open to getting back on your feet and finding improved methods. Quitting should not be on your list of choices. Remember, this approach succeeds as long as you don’t give up.
Imagine how your life could change if you achieve success in online entrepreneurship. Each failure is just a sign that you have more to learn, so improve your intensity and your commitment to learning and putting your knowledge into action.
Watch this video to learn One Simple Tip that will help you succeed in online entrepreneurship:
The One Thing That Always Works!
When you begin your journey as an online entrepreneur, you’ll quickly discover that there are a lot of things involved in starting and succeeding in online entrepreneurship.
But there is one thing that always works, without this one thing, nothing else matters, the one thing is: taking the first step!
If you don’t start nothing else matters, you will never succeed. Avoid getting trapped in the planning or learning phase.
Instead, focus on learning what you need to get started and then take that initial step. You won’t be able to learn everything upfront, but the most effective way to learn is by doing it.
You’ll never feel 100% ready; your plans will adapt and evolve as you work towards your goal. This is the only path to success in online entrepreneurship.
Final Thought
As a Nigerian, if you are unemployed, you don’t have a reliable business, online entrepreneurship can be the best thing you will ever do for your financial future.
Online entrepreneurship lets you work with customers and clients from all over the world, which will open all kinds of opportunities for you.
Plus, you’ll be earning money in US Dollars, which can help protect your income from the current insane inflation rate in the country.
Here’s my final advice: Choose a business idea today and take the first step!
Based on my personal observation, one of the key indicators of whether someone has a good chance of succeeding or not is how quickly they get excited and start working when they discover an opportunity.
Those likely to succeed tend to jump right in, while those less likely to succeed often say things like “I’ll start tomorrow,” and that tomorrow never seems to come.
Here is to your success 🎉
This is very encouraging. Thanks so much for this insightful message. I am indeed encouraged.
Thanks! I am glad you found it helpful.
Thank you , as a beginner in the process of job searching this is a great encouragement and an open eye .
I am glad you found it helpful!
Nice one Sadiq this message is inspiring.
Thank you! I am glad you found it inspiring.