IWB Immigrant Women in Business

As a founding member of IWB, I combine 15+ years in finance with $2M+ raised to guide high-achieving professionals and immigrants in building scalable, fundable, and freedom-driven businesses.

Founding Member

The Money Mint

My focus is on providing comprehensive financial solutions to individuals and businesses. 

With over 15 years of industry experience, I leverage funding strategies and structure deals to help you achieve your financial goals and secure the best options available. 

At The Money Mint, our mission is to support individuals and businesses through various financial services. These include mortgages, small business loans, commercial real estate financing, equipment purchase loans, working capital loans, invoice financing, and more. 

A team of former banking executives, realtors, and investment specialists collaborate to deliver tailored financial advice and support. This ensures clients navigate the complexities of securing funding with ease, helping Canadians obtain the necessary funding for growth, stability, and building wealth.

Financial Strategist

Owndra Digital

You’ve spent your best years building someone else’s dream.

It’s time to OWN yours.

Owndra is a movement helping high-achieving women turn their expertise into digital income so they can live on their OWN terms.

I believe wealth, independence, and impact are possible for every woman. That’s why I help them Pivot. Profit. Thrive.

Through The OWN Accelerator™, I guide ambitious professionals to launch scalable offers, grow visibility, and create freedom beyond their 9-5.

What you’ll get inside the 90-Day Roadmap:

A proven system to turn your expertise into a digital income stream

Strategic support to launch or scale with clarity and confidence

Accountability from someone who’s built, pivoted, and helped others do the same

This is for women ready to take ownership of their careers, their voice, and their income.

My clients have pivoted careers, launched $20K+ businesses, and tripled their income because they stopped waiting for permission and started OWNING their next chapter.

If this sounds like you, here’s what to do next:

📍 Book a free discovery call in the Featured section.

I’ll see you on the inside.

Founder & Head Business Coach

SHALOM MICROFINANCE BANK LIMITED

As the pioneer CEO of the bank, I spearheaded the overall Strategy formulation, Operations management, Risk Management, Talent Management, Product Design Management, and Business Development Initiatives.

Key Highlights:

- Achieved an exponential growth of the loan portfolio by over 80% MoM within 6 months of the banks inception demonstrating robust business scalability and market penetration.

- Successfully launched new revenue streams through focusing on micro lending and loans to small and medium businesses. This led to astounding growth of the micro loan portfolio by over 800% MoM within 3 months.

- Innovatively established interactive, Tech and Service-Led channels, resulting in a significant 60% reduction in complaints and improved Turnaround Time (TAT) for credit disbursement.

- Implement robust risk controls, keeping special accounts within regulatory thresholds, and ensuring collections above 90% MoM.

- Strengthened investor confidence and stakeholder trust through successful recapitalization of the organization in line with regulatory guidelines in 2022 increasing the bank’s assets by 76%.

-Mentor and empower an exceptional team of professionals and peers, catalyzing their individual journeys towards entrepreneurial success within the financial services industry..

Co-Founder

Zenith Bank Plc

-Managed the USAID/Nigeria $10m loan portfolio guarantee to provide long-term mortgages for qualifying individuals based on risk acceptance criteria. Achieved disbursement of over 80%.

Head, Product Team - Corporate/Commercial Banking Group

REAL ESTATE 
PROJECT NAME:7B Alexander Avenue, Ikoyi.- 20 apartments located in the prime real estate area of Ikoyi, Lagos.
- Project Cost: USD $20,000,000 I Project Duration: 18 months I Architects: Great Earth Architects, Beijing China I Contractor: Shenyang The North Construction Group - Shenyang, China

-Provided comprehensive project details and rationale to key stakeholders.
-Spearheaded the management of the development and portfolio marketing plan in coordination with sales and marketing leadership, ensuring cohesive execution and maximum market impact.
-Achieved a measurable increase in sales revenue by 80% within the first six months of implementing pricing strategies and targeted marketing campaigns.

PROJECT NAME: Twin Towers - 6/8 Ozumba Mbadiwe, Lagos I DESCRIPTION: Two 15-storey towers with state-of-the-art facilities
-Conducted project appraisals resulting in a 25% increase in projected ROI.
-Managed funds disbursement with a 95% accuracy rate for project milestones, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing financial discrepancies.
-Successfully delivered the project within budget and ahead of schedule, exceeding client expectations and earning commendation for exceptional project management.

CONSUMER CREDIT 
-Collaborated in loan underwriting and pre-qualification for customers and businesses
-Appraised all request to the disbursement team and prepared files for final disbursement
-Appraised credit request in line with the banks risk acceptance criteria 
-Grew the banks portfolio by over 80% in loan assets.

Program Manager- Real Estate Development, Mortgages, Consumer Lending Credit Group

Business Funding Strategist I I help Entrepreneurs secure funding for business purchase/expansion | Co-Founder in Financial Services | 100+ successful clients | “DM me”

In 2016, I took a bold leap.

I pitched a vision, raised over $2 million in funding, and built a microfinance bank from scratch, one that has helped over 500 entrepreneurs access the capital, clarity, and structure needed to grow.

But even before that, I spent nearly a decade in corporate finance watching brilliant professionals stay stuck in systems that limited their income, creativity, and power.

I knew there had to be another way.

Today, I coach high-achieving women ready to make that same leap from employee to empowered founder.

These are women who already have extensive professional experience.

What they need is a roadmap to monetize their expertise, show up with confidence online, and build digital income streams, without quitting their 9-5.

Clients I work with have:
* Launched their first digital offer in under 6 weeks
* Landed $3K+ clients from LinkedIn without ads or funnels
* Rebuilt confidence after years of playing small in the corporate world
* Transitioned from finance roles to owning purpose-driven businesses

My coaching helps you:
* Turn your professional expertise into a scalable offer
* Build visibility on LinkedIn and grow your audience
* Create sustainable income without burnout
* Transition from career to on your terms

You don’t need another degree.

You need a system, a strategy, and someone who’s walked the path.

Let’s build your OWN platform.

DM me “OWN” to start your transition from employee to empowered founder.

Erhi Ojoboh MBA, PMP®, SAFe®

People think confidence means being fearless.
It doesn’t.

Confidence is saying,
“I’m terrified… but I’ll still go.”

For years, I tried to fix my fear before starting.

But fear doesn’t go away.
It just learns to sit quietly.

These days, I treat it like a passenger. It can ride along.

But it doesn’t get to touch the wheel.

Every time I move anyway,
fear shrinks and trust grows.
That’s the real bet.

Not that it’ll be easy.
Not that you won’t stumble.

But that you’ll keep driving even with trembling hands

because deep down, you finally trust the driver. 

And that’s where confidence begins.

♻️ Repost this for everyone who’s scared, but moving anyway.

Erhi Ojoboh MBA, PMP®

I help high-achieving women turn their expertise into high-ticket digital businesses they OWN | $2M+ raised in Series A | Financial Services Co-Founder | Speaker | DM “OWN”

This week humbled me.
Can I be real with you for a second?

I had a moment on Wednesday where I stared at my laptop and thought, “Am I even cut out for this?”

You know those weeks where nothing goes viral…

your inbox is quieter than usual…

and that voice in your head whispers, “Maybe you should just go back”?

Yeah. That was me.

But then yesterday, something shifted.

A woman I’ve never met sent me a DM:

“I’ve been following you for 3 months. I finally left my toxic job. Your posts gave me the courage. Thank you.”

And just like that… I remembered why I do this.

Not for the algorithm.
Not for the vanity metrics.
Not even for the money (though let’s be honest, that part is nice 😂).

I do this because someone out there is watching…

waiting for permission to believe in themselves.

And if my messy, imperfect journey can be that permission slip…

Then every quiet week, every doubt, every “failure” is worth it.

📌 Here’s What I Want You to Remember This Weekend:

Your impact is bigger than you think.

The post you almost didn’t publish?
Someone screenshotted it.

The story you thought was “too vulnerable”? Someone saw themselves in it and finally felt less alone.

The advice you think is “too obvious”? It’s exactly what someone needed to hear today.

You’re not doing it wrong.
You’re planting seeds you can’t see yet.

So this weekend, I need you to do something for me:

Stop comparing your Chapter 3 to someone else’s Chapter 20.

Stop shrinking your voice because it doesn’t sound perfect.

Your story matters.
Your expertise matters.
YOUR VOICE MATTERS.

(And if no one told you this week, I’m proud of you. For showing up. For trying. For not giving up.)

Now go rest. You’ve earned it🙌🏾

Have an amazing weekend ❤️

What’s one thing you’re proud of this week: big or small?

♻️ Repost for someone who needs to hear they’re doing better than they think.

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The “good girl” conditioning that made you likable is the same conditioning that’s keeping you poor.

Here are 7 ways we’ve been wired to play small (and why it’s costing you everything):

1.	“Be nice; don’t make waves.”
↳ Reality: Nice gets you overlooked, not promoted.
↳ Directness gets you respect.

2.	“Don’t be too ambitious; it’s not attractive.”
↳ Reality: Your ambition isn’t something to apologize for.
↳ It’s your competitive advantage.

3.	“Wait your turn; good things come to those who wait.”
↳ Reality: While you’re waiting, someone less qualified is asking.
↳ Permission is a trap. Take the seat.

4.	“Don’t talk about money; it’s impolite.”
↳ Reality: Silence about salary keeps the pay gap alive.
↳ Negotiation is how you close it.

5.	“Downplay your achievements; let the work speak.”
↳ Reality: Your work is silent. You need to be more visible.
↳ Advocacy isn’t arrogance, it’s strategy💯.

6.	“Be the helper; support everyone else first.”
↳ Reality: Endless supporting roles don’t lead to the spotlight.
↳ Supporting yourself isn’t selfish, it’s survival.

7.	“Fit in; don’t be too much.”
↳ Reality: “Too much” is exactly what makes you unforgettable.
↳ Your difference is your super power.

The world taught us to shrink.
To smile more. Apologize faster. Take up less space.

But here’s what I know now:

The boxes we’ve been taught to fit into weren’t designed for our success, they were designed for our compliance.

You weren’t born to be small.
You were born to be seen, heard, and impossible to ignore. 

Stop editing yourself down.
Stop waiting for permission.
Stop making yourself digestible for people who can’t handle your full flavor.

The version of you that’s “too much” for some rooms?

That’s the version that builds empires.

Be bold. 
Be loud. 
Be unapologetically you.

The world doesn’t need another woman playing small.

It needs YOU at full volume.

🔁 Know a woman who needs to read this? Share it with her.

Post inspired by my friend David🙏🏽

She had 9 years of supply chain experience.

An MBA.

Certifications most people can’t pronounce.

And she was Googling “how to start a side hustle” at 11pm on a Tuesday.

When we got on a call, I asked her:
“What do companies pay you $120K/year to do?”

Her answer: “Optimize procurement processes, reduce vendor costs, negotiate contracts…”

Me: “And you don’t think someone would pay you $8K to do that for their company in 6 weeks?”

She laughed. “Who would hire me? I’m not a consultant.”

3 months later, she closed $27K in contracts.

Same skills. Same expertise.
Different packaging.

Here’s the truth most corporate professionals miss:

You don’t need a new skill set to build a consulting business.

You need to stop thinking like an employee.

Employees trade time for money and wait for approval.

Consultants trade expertise for premium fees and create their own opportunities.

The companies hiring you already paying consultants.

Just not you. Yet.

Because you’re still showing up as the person who does great work.

Not the expert who solves $100K problems.

I’ve worked with clients who thought they needed:
❌ A bigger platform
❌ A perfect website
❌ More credentials

What they actually needed:
✅ Clarity on their high-value offer
✅ Confidence to name their price
✅ A simple system to find their first clients

If you’ve been the smartest person in the room but you’re still waiting for someone to notice…

It’s not an expertise problem.

It’s a positioning problem. 

♻️ Share this with a high-performer who’s been undervalued too long.

📩 DM me “OWN” if you’re ready to turn corporate skills into a consulting offer people actually pay for.

Most people don’t pivot because they’re stuck.

They stay stuck because they never pivot.

For years, I checked all the boxes:

📌 Pharmacy degree  
📌 Successful finance career  
📌 Stability, structure, status

But something still felt off.

Not because I wasn’t good at it…

But because I knew I was made for more.

The hardest part of a pivot isn’t starting over.

It’s unlearning the life you built on autopilot.

Here’s what I realized after pivoting three times:

1. Success can be a stronger trap than failure.

It’s easy to leave what’s not working. Harder to walk away from what is.

2. People will praise the version of you that serves them most.

Not necessarily the one that’s most true to you.

3. You don’t find your purpose. You choose it.

Then build the courage to pursue it before it makes sense.

4. Every pivot is a vote for your future.

And you never run out of chances to choose again.

5. The longer you wait, the louder the fear gets.

But momentum quiets doubt. Start.

You’re more ready than you feel.

You don’t owe the world a version of yourself that’s well-packaged but deeply unfulfilled.

If something’s stirring in you, trust it.

Your pivot might look messy.

It might not make sense to others.

But it could be the most powerful thing you ever do.

You weren’t just made to fit in a system.

You were made to design a life you’re wildly proud of.

What’s one pivot you know you need to make but haven’t yet?

♻️ Repost for someone who’s been waiting for a sign. This is it.🔥

They say “believe in yourself.”
But nobody talks about what to do when your mind won’t listen.

Because the real truth is this:

Self-doubt doesn’t show up when you’re weak.

It shows up when you’re growing.

It shows up when you’re stepping into rooms your past wasn’t prepared for.

It shows up when the future version of you is louder than the familiar version you’re trying to outgrow.

And the more you rise, the more that old voice tries to pull you back.

Not because you’re unqualified…
but because you’re becoming someone your old identity doesn’t recognize.

This weekend, I noticed something:

Every time I felt doubt creeping in, it wasn’t a sign to stop.

It was a sign that I had stepped into a bigger version of myself.

A version that required new courage, new language, new confidence.

So I shifted my perspective:
Self-doubt isn’t the enemy.
Self-doubt is evidence.
Evidence that you are moving.
Evidence that you are expanding.
Evidence that you are standing in unfamiliar territory, because you have outgrown the old one.

If you feel doubt, it means you’re already becoming the person you used to pray to be.

Don’t stop now.

♻️ Repost to remind someone: Doubt isn’t a setback, it’s a signal that growth is happening.

I quit a job I loved because of something my boss never said out loud:

“I don’t trust you.”

They hired me for my experience, my ideas, my leadership.

Then second-guessed every decision, rewrote my work, and showed up to meetings I was running.

So I stopped trying to lead.

Not because I couldn’t.

Because I knew whatever I built would be undone.

And my team saw it all.

They stopped giving their best too. 

They knew there was no point.

Eventually, they started leaving.

That’s when I learned the hardest lesson about leadership:

Control is not leadership.

Trust is.

Being a good boss means hiring talented people and getting out of their way.

If you’re building a team, start with trust.

It’s not just the foundation for great culture.

It’s how you keep your best people.

What’s your experience? Have you worked for a leader who trusted you, or one who didn’t?

♻️ Repost if this resonated
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I watched my friend spiral for six months over a deal that fell through.

“I had it. It was mine. They took it away.”

But it was never hers.

Because until the contract is signed, the money is wired, and the work begins, it’s just a possibility.

Not a promise.

The truth?

Whether you’re building a business or searching for your next role:

You’re going to lose things you thought were guaranteed.

The client who “verbally committed” but never returned your email.

The final-round interview that felt perfect, until they went with an internal candidate.

The partnership that seemed like destiny until they ghosted.

The job offer that was “almost yours” before the hiring freeze hit.

And you’ll grieve it like a breakup. That’s real. Feel it.

But here’s the shift that changes everything:

Don’t let what never materialized steal what’s still possible.

Because while you’re stuck replaying the “almost,” someone else is already on the next train.

The fastest way to stay stuck is obsessing over the one that got away.

The fastest way to win is showing up for the one that’s coming.

Let go of the “almost.” 

Your real opportunity is already on its way.

♻️ Repost for someone still waiting on the platform.

My client texted me yesterday:

I only signed one client last month. I feel like I’m failing.

One client = $11,000.

She made more in 30 days than most people make in two months at a job.

And she felt like she was failing.

I sat with that for a minute.

Because I’ve been there too.

You know why she felt that way?

Because she was measuring her beginning against someone else’s middle.

Scrolling LinkedIn seeing people post about their “best month ever.”

Watching consultants who are “fully booked.”

Comparing her ONE to someone else’s MANY.

And completely missing the miracle of what she’d actually done.

So here’s what I told her (and what I need you to hear):

Stop measuring your wins by someone else’s highlight reel.

That person posting about their 7-figure launch? You didn’t see the 3 years of silence before that.

The consultant booked out for months? They started with one client too.

Your progress is real even if it’s not viral.

Your growth counts even if no one’s applauding.

Your one client, your first sale, your quiet consistency, that’s not “just” anything.

That’s the foundation everything else is built on.

📌 Acknowledge what you HAVE accomplished.

Not what you didn’t.

Not what someone else did.

What YOU did.

Because I guarantee it’s more than you’re giving yourself credit for.

You’re not behind.

You’re building.

And that’s enough.

What’s one win from this week, big or small, that you’re claiming right now?

♻️ Repost for someone who’s been too hard on themselves lately.

I once worked with someone who was short-tempered, blunt, and always “too busy.”

At first, I labeled her: difficult.

But one day, I found out she was quietly caring for a special needs child.

Suddenly, her sharpness looked less like rudeness…and more like exhaustion in disguise.

Here’s the thing:

Most people don’t announce the invisible battles they’re fighting.

They just show up:
→ Tired
→ Distracted
→ Irritable

And hope no one notices.

That’s why kindness is not optional.

It’s not a “nice-to-have.”

It’s leadership.

It’s oxygen for humans who are quietly running out of air.

When in doubt, assume the person in front of you is carrying something heavy.

Because 9 times out of 10… they are.

Kindness doesn’t show up in dashboards.

It won’t win you awards.

But years from now, they won’t remember your title.

They’ll remember how you made them feel when they were at their lowest.

Let kindness be your legacy.

♻️ Repost if you believe kindness is most powerful leadership skill there is.

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The French Language Coach | 350+ professionals transformed | Building the Harvard of French learning | Follow me for French tips, personal development, and productivity ⚡

Bonjour, I'm Sunmoluwa.

In 2019, my love for the French language helped me pass the TEF French exam, which paved the way for my permanent residence in Canada. 

But French has given me so much more than just residency.

➤ It's how my husband and I first connected, 
➤ Opened doors to traveling with confidence across French-speaking countries, 
➤ Helped me build meaningful relationships with people from different cultures,
➤ And made me eligible for any bilingual position in my field.

Learning French wasn't just about mastering a language—it was about completely transforming my life and unlocking opportunities I never imagined.

Today, I help others experience these same life-changing benefits through French Arena, where professionals and language enthusiasts learn French to elevate their careers and expand their opportunities.

👋 Follow for daily French learning tips, consistency hacks, and building your immigrant dreams across borders.

Here are 3 ways I can help you:

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Outside of work, I'm passionate about personal development, travel, personal finance, and diving deep into research on anything that sparks my curiosity.

Bonne journée!

Sunmoluwa Ajala

Last year, I decided to take LinkedIn more seriously.

I wanted to share my journey as a Nigerian who learned French, used it to relocate to Canada, and now teaches it in a way that’s simple, relatable, and achievable.

But I didn’t know where to start.

So I got a LinkedIn coach, Tobi Oluwole.

And if you know Tobi, you know he never stops talking about one person: 

Justin Welsh, the person he learned from.

Naturally, I started following Justin too. 

His writing style, clarity, and approach to content resonated with me instantly.

When he launched the Unsubscribe community, I joined.

And when he announced an in-person meet-up in Toronto, I signed up immediately.

Fast-forward to the event…

I walked in, and it genuinely felt surreal meeting someone I’d learned from indirectly. But what shocked me most was how invested Justin was in my story:

- Learning French in Nigeria
- Relocating to Canada
- Building French Arena
- Helping people pass TEF/TCF exams and speak confidently

His wife, Jennifer Welsh, was just as incredible — warm, brilliant, and truly “fantabulous,” if I can use that word.

My friend Erhi and I had the best conversations, the kind you remember long after they’re over.

Then the highlight of my month:

Justin mentioned me in his newsletter (screenshot attached). Still unbelievable.

So today, I just want to say:

Thank you, Tobi, for pushing me to start writing.
Thank you, Justin Welsh, for inspiring a style that so many of us learn from.

Thank you, Sumoluwa, for taking the leap to start writing on LinkedIn not knowing that one day you’d sit across the table from someone whose work shaped your journey.

Here’s to showing up.
Here’s to taking chances.
Here’s to reaching out to people you admire.
Here’s to meeting those who impact your life in ways you didn’t expect.

Because you never know, the person whose posts you read today might be the same person sitting across from you tomorrow.

One of my friends tells me how much he wants to learn French every month. 

We've been having this conversation for about 3 years. 

He's genuinely one of the smartest people I know - he taught himself photography in just a few months! 

But every time I recommend starting with just 30 minutes daily to build fluency over time, he panics. 

Immediately, his concerns are perfect pronunciation and making mistakes. 

The irony is that if he started 3 years ago, he might have been fluent by now.

Now his student visa is about to expire, and he's devastated at the thought of leaving Canada - the friends he's made, the lifestyle he's built, the freedom he's enjoyed. 

He's realizing how French bilingualism would have qualified him for permanent residency, a better-paying job (potentially $30K+ more annually), and the ability to stay in the country he now calls home. 

That extra income could have funded investments, travels, or a home. 

Instead of planning his next adventure in Canada, he might be packing his bags.

Stop waiting for "someday" to learn French. 

Every day you delay is another opportunity lost. 

Ready to secure your future in Canada? 

Book a call with me today and let's create your personalized French learning plan: https://lnkd.in/gF8AKcWM

The life you want is just a decision away.

It took me 8 years to finally commit to learning French.

(Spoiler alert: this isn’t an overnight fluency story.)

I’d dreamed of speaking French fluently since my early 20s.

I bought books. Downloaded apps. Signed up for courses.

But every time, life got in the way or so I told myself.

I’d learn for a few weeks, then quit when it got “too hard.”

Convincing myself I didn’t have time, I’d shelve the dream… again.

The years kept passing, but the desire never left.

Then one day, it hit me: If I keep quitting, I’ll never get there.

So I decided to stop starting over and commit fully.

Every day, I studied.

Every week, I practiced speaking, even when I felt embarrassed.

And guess what? Months later, I was conversational. Fluent, even.

The years of avoiding the work melted away in a matter of consistent, focused months.

That lesson changed my life.

It’s why I’m so passionate about helping others start their French journey and achieve their goals.

This year alone, I’ve worked with over 100 students in my course.

Whether their goal was to learn phrases for traveling, secure a job, pass immigration exams, or prepare for postgraduate studies, I’ve helped them make it happen.

And now, I’m making it easier than ever to start.

I’m offering 50% off my French Made Easy online courses this Black Friday: https://lnkd.in/g7c-9qmW

Don’t wait 8 years like I did. Start today.

I failed the IELTS English exams 4 times.

Yes, even as a native English speaker.

But when it came to the French TEF exam, I passed it on my first attempt.

The difference? It wasn’t just knowing the language.

It was understanding the exam’s structure and practicing like my life depended on it.

If you’re planning to write the TEF/TCF, chances are you’re feeling the pressure of time. 

Maybe your post graduate work permit visa is about to expire, you need to boost your CRS score, or you’re looking for a Plan B as a student already in Canada. 

You might even be starting from scratch as a beginner.

I’ve been there. I know how overwhelming it feels. 

But here’s the truth: passing this exam is possible if you approach it strategically.

Here’s what helped me pass:

1. Mastering the exam structure:
↳ I didn’t just learn French. I studied how the TEF is scored, the question formats, and the timing. Understanding the structure gave me clarity and confidence.

2. Consistent practice:
↳ Practice makes progress. I used mock exams and real-world exercises to prepare like there was "fire on the mountain." Every single day, I treated my prep like a priority.

3. Targeted guidance:
↳ I didn’t waste time on random resources. Instead, I used materials that were laser-focused on my goals and worked with an expert who knew how to prepare efficiently.

If you’ve been putting off your TEF/TCF prep because it feels overwhelming, let me tell you, it’s possible to get results faster than you think. 

You just need to start.

And guess what? There’s no better time than now.

Take advantage of my Cyber Monday Sale and start your journey today. 

I’ll show you exactly how to prepare strategically, even as a beginner, so you can pass and achieve your goals.

Join the program and start today: https://lnkd.in/g7c-9qmW

Your future is waiting.

Answering the 5 questions I get the most from professionals thinking about learning French (but feeling overwhelmed):

1. Is it really possible to become fluent without moving to France?
2. How do I stay consistent when I’m busy with work and life?
3. Do I need to take expensive classes to see real progress?
4. How long will it take me to speak confidently?
5. What’s the best way to start—Duolingo, private tutor, YouTube?

_____________

1. Is it really possible to become fluent without moving to France?
↳ 100% yes. I’ve helped dozens of professionals become fluent from their living rooms.

You don’t need a plane ticket.

You need the right method, support, and accountability.

I’ve had students pass the TEF, DELF, and even relocate—all without stepping foot in France.

2. How do I stay consistent when I’m busy with work and life?
↳ You need structure, not more apps.

Busy professionals don’t need 2-hour classes.

You need a smart, daily system—20-30 mins of focused, guided practice.

That’s what I teach. It’s what works.

3. Do I need to take expensive classes to see real progress?
↳ Not at all.

You need clarity, not cost.

Many of my students wasted money on random apps and courses before finding a clear step-by-step approach—one that actually got them speaking.

It’s not about what you pay. It’s about what works.

4. How long will it take me to speak confidently?
↳ Sooner than you think.

If you commit 20-30 mins a day with the right focus, you can start having basic conversations in 90 days.

I've seen students go from beginner to intermediate in 6 months—with the right guidance.

5. What’s the best way to start—Duolingo, private tutor, YouTube?
↳ Start by talking.

Talk out loud. Record yourself. Get feedback.

Apps are cute, but they don’t build confidence.

Speaking does.

If you're serious, find a system that includes coaching + conversation. That’s how fluency grows.

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What other questions do you have about learning French for your career?

Drop them in the comments, or DM me if you're ready for a personalized strategy that fits your professional needs!

Citizenship doesn't guarantee opportunity.

Bilingualism does.

"I'm learning French, which could help me open doors in my R&D, research and the government side of things," shares Amangel, PhD student and Canadian citizen.

"Nowadays, I see a lot of bilingual jobs coming up. Since the job market is changing and they're looking for more competitive people, I am learning French to keep myself in the competition."

LinkedIn is full of opportunities, not just connections.

Start studying: 
→ Which industries prioritize bilingual candidates 
→ What roles require French 
→ Who is winning in the bilingual job market

Career advancement is about leveraging your unique advantages: Your bilingualism is the secret weapon that can put you at the top of every candidate list.

A six-figure salary opportunity is waiting. 

It's time to unlock it.

Source: CBCNews https://lnkd.in/gspQGk_T 

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I work with corporate professionals in Canada who are ready to:
- Upskill their French in 90 days 
- Gain conversational fluency fast 
- Position themselves for promotions and new opportunities

We work on:
> Mastering pronunciation so you sound confident and clear
> Conversational fluency strategies tailored to your work life
> Preparing for recognized exams (like the TEF or DELF) that boost your credibility on LinkedIn and beyond

You're not here to "figure it out." 

You're here to upgrade your career by becoming bilingual. 

Let's make French your next power skill.

Currently enrolling new students in my signature 90-day French acceleration program for professionals. 

📩 DM me "FLUENT" to chat and see if it's a fit.

I make all my French students do this one thing.

(They're always surprised when I ask them to do it.)

On our first lesson, I tell them to speak less.

99% of my students are eager to practice, but they try to speak as much French as they can—no matter how hard.

- They might’ve been told speaking often is the key to fluency.
- They push themselves to speak even when they don’t feel ready.
- They want to say everything they know.

But here’s the truth: speaking without mastering the basics first can hold you back.

Instead, I focus on building a solid foundation: proper grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary.

Quality over quantity, always.

Consistency is what transforms beginners into confident speakers not rushing through it.

If you’re serious about improving your French, take it one step at a time. 

And when the time comes, I’ll be here to help you shine.

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Are you going to be in the next live session, like the picture? 

Imagine being part of a fantastic community of learners, speaking and growing together. 

Only you can make it happen. 🌟

I’ve read many books, but this one changed my language learning journey:

(And it’s not just any language guide)

→ Atomic Habits by James Clear.

Here's how to apply its principles to stay committed to learning French:

1. Make it obvious: 
↳Set a specific time each day for French practice and turn it into a habit.

2. Make it attractive: 
↳Use engaging resources like French music, movies, or podcasts to keep things fun and interesting.

3. Make it easy: 
↳Start with small, manageable tasks. Learn just a few new words each day to build momentum.

4. Make it satisfying: 
↳ Celebrate your wins! Reward yourself for achievements like holding a short conversation or understanding a song.

5. Focus on systems, not goals: 
↳ Concentrate on daily practice and routines that lead to fluency, rather than fixating on the end goal.

6. Track your progress: 
↳Keep a journal to reflect on your journey and boost motivation.

"Atomic Habits" reshaped my approach to building habits, both in language learning and life. 

I revisit its lessons often to refine my teaching methods.

Apply these principles, and you’ll see real progress in your French learning journey.

Ready to take the next step? Join my online course for immersive lessons and personalized guidance: https://lnkd.in/g7c-9qmW

Immigration lawyers don't sell language courses.

They sell solutions.

And for two years, Toronto immigration lawyer Lou has been advising clients to learn French as their ultimate backstop.

"You stand to increase your CRS points, and that increases your chances to get drawn," he explains.

But it gets better: "You receive the possibility of being classified as a Francophone under Express Entry... which has a lower cutoff score."

LinkedIn is full of opportunities, not just connections.

Start studying: 
→ How French impacts your Express Entry profile 
→ Which immigration streams prioritize bilingual candidates 
→ Who is winning in the CRS scoring system

Immigration success is about leveraging your unique advantages: Your bilingualism is the secret weapon that can put you at the top of every candidate list.

Your permanent residency is closer than you think. 

It's time to unlock it.

Source: CBC https://lnkd.in/gspQGk_T 

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French isn't just a language, it's a strategy.

And if your dream is to get PR or boost your CRS score, learning French might be the edge you're missing.

Inside my 90-day French fluency program, I help skilled workers and professionals:

- Learn workplace-ready, immigration-relevant French
- Build confidence to speak and understand real conversations
- Prepare for high-stakes exams like TEF or DELF to gain extra points

You're not here to figure it out.

You're here to unlock permanent residency.

Currently enrolling new students in my signature 90-day French acceleration program. 

Book a call with me if you’re ready to make French your immigration superpower: https://lnkd.in/gF8AKcWM

Recently, one of my clients shared some great news:

her company agreed to reimburse her for my French course! 

She had wanted to improve her French for a while, especially to better connect with French-speaking clients.

Thanks to her company’s learning budget, she’s making serious progress.

It got me thinking… so many companies have learning budgets in place for exactly this reason!

If you’re interested in learning French and aren’t using that budget, you are missing out. 

If your company offers a learning allowance, here’s how she got approved:

1. Check Your Company’s Learning Budget
2. Prepare a Justification
3. Find a Course (Like This One!)
4. Show the ROI
5. Submit a Request to HR or Your Manager

Upskilling doesn’t have to come out of your own pocket, and it’s a great way to end the year strong!

Imagine where you could be in just 6 weeks if you start your French journey today.

My goal is for you to succeed this year, so I’m offering French Made Easy for just $125 until tomorrow.

I wish I had this when I started, so I created it for you.

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Remember: 2026 results start today!

When I read this message, I was truly touched and was instantly reminded why I do what I do.

My student is about to turn 77. 

She watched one of my YouTube videos and decided to sign up for my French course.

When she enrolled, I asked her, as I ask every student, “What is your WHY?”

Why do you want to learn French?

Everyone’s reason is deeply personal. And your WHY is what keeps you going on the tough days.

For her, her WHY is powerful:

✨ To keep her mind active and sharp as she ages.
✨ To avoid the decline she saw in her mother’s final years.
✨ To surround herself with fluent French speakers and stay engaged with life.

She’s also learning the guitar and taking art workshops, living proof that age is just a myth when it comes to learning and growth.

I always tell people: it’s never too late. 

- You don’t need perfect time. 
- You don’t need to be young. 
- You just need your WHY and the courage to start.

We’re wrapping up the year already. Are you still making excuses?

Are you still telling yourself you’re too old, too busy, or too scared of making mistakes?

It’s not about how old you are. 

It’s about what you do with the years you have.

If you’re ready to stop overthinking and start speaking French today, check out my Black Friday Sales here: https://lnkd.in/g7c-9qmW

Let’s do this together.

I made all the rookie mistakes when I started learning French.

Every single one. 🙈

- The wrong methods.
- The wrong expectations.
- Trying to sound perfect before I even understood the basics.

It was really uncomfortable to be bad at something in public.

But here’s the truth:

If you can endure the awkward stage, the mistakes, the slow progress…

You unlock opportunities most people only dream about.

If I hadn’t pushed through the discomfort of being a beginner, I wouldn’t:

- have passed my French exams
- have moved to Canada
- be teaching French today
- be helping students relocate, get better jobs, and speak with confidence

And now I get to watch my students do the same:

- Students passing DELF & TEF/TCF
- Students making it to final stages of bilingual job interviews
- Students speaking on Zoom for the first time without freezing
- Students relocating abroad because of French

All because they chose to be uncomfortable long enough to grow.

An extraordinary life always requires out-of-the-ordinary decisions.

So here’s your sign:

Get comfortable being uncomfortable.

That’s where fluency is built. 

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If you’re ready to stop overthinking and finally start speaking French with real structure and real support, join my French Made Easy program: https://lnkd.in/gg3snSM9

We learn.

We speak.

We grow.

And you don’t do it alone.

Your future French fluency depends on one calculation:

“Do I trust this coach more than the others I’m following?”

Trust isn’t built by flashy posts or empty promises.

It comes from:
- consistent guidance
- clear, targeted learning plans
- real proof of student success
- honest support with clear boundaries
- delivering what you promise

Not quick fixes or viral content.

Here’s what actually works to get you speaking French confidently:

My 5-Part French Fluency System

1. Clear Learning Path
 ↳ Structured courses that take you from beginner to fluent.

2. Real Conversations, Real Confidence
 ↳ Speaking practice designed to get you talking immediately.

3. Relevant, Practical Content
 ↳ Lessons you can use every day, for work, travel, or exams.

4. Personalized Support
 ↳ Feedback and coaching tailored to your unique challenges.

5. Accountability to Keep You Moving
 ↳ Check-ins and encouragement so you never get stuck.

Watch this quick clip of one of my amazing students speaking French confidently after following this system.

If you want to be next, join the French Made Easy program now: https://lnkd.in/g7c-9qmW

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This is your chance to lock in the best price of the year and finally start speaking French with confidence.

The advice that changed my French learning journey sounded completely wrong when I first heard it.

My teacher told me: "Speak more badly."

I thought she was joking. She wasn't.

For months, I was trying to speak French perfectly.

I'd rehearse sentences in my head before saying them.

I'd stay silent if I wasn't sure of the grammar.

My teacher said: "You're optimizing for correctness. You need to optimize for communication."

"Speak badly, but speak often. You'll improve faster than speaking perfectly once a month."

Doing something badly 100 times teaches you more than doing it perfectly 10 times.

I started speaking French terribly on purpose.

Mispronunciations? Who cares. 

Grammar mistakes? Keep talking.

It felt awful. I sounded like a toddler.

But three months of terrible French taught me more than six months of careful French.

Sometimes the best advice is permission to do the thing you've been avoiding because it feels wrong.

The best results come from embracing imperfection, not avoiding it.

I write about counterintuitive insights like this every Monday morning in my newsletter about daily progress in life, learning, and growth.

If you'd like advice that challenges conventional wisdom, join my newsletter. 

Tomorrow's edition drops at 9am EST.

Click here to join: https://lnkd.in/gtyqsbtB

"Learning with you has shown me that your students' progress always comes first."

These words from Yinka, one of the incredible students in my French Made Easy Online Course, truly highlight why I love what I do.

When Yinka joined the course, she was looking for a program that could simplify French and make it less daunting. 

She shared how the program broke down the learning process into simple, easy-to-follow steps, making French feel less intimidating and more achievable.

Here’s what worked for her:

1️⃣ A clear, structured path: The course is designed to help learners understand French step-by-step, so you can confidently express yourself, no matter their starting point.

2️⃣ Consistent follow-up: As Yinka put it, “Thank you for the constant follow-up to ensure that I don’t give up, even when it could be tiring.”

3️⃣ Motivation and practice: Between motivational emails, weekend exercises, and personalized corrections, she always had the support she needed to keep going.

Her success is a reminder that with the right approach, anyone can learn French and actually enjoy the process.

What’s stopping you from starting your own French journey?

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Everyone says consistency is the key to success…

But let’s talk about why that’s true especially when it comes to learning French:

Here are 4 reasons why consistency works (yes, even when you don’t feel like it):

1. Most people won’t stick with it.
↳ We live in a distracted world. If you show up consistently, you're already ahead of 90% of learners who give up too soon.

2. It builds trust with yourself.
↳ The more you show up, the more confident you become. You start to believe, "Hey, I really can do this."

3. It creates momentum.
↳ One hour becomes two. One sentence becomes a full conversation. Progress multiplies when you're consistent.

4. You go from “a French learner” to THE bilingual candidate.
↳ It’s one thing to say “I’m learning French.”
 It’s another to walk into an interview and switch fluently to French when needed.

Consistency makes that happen.

I always say: You're 6 months of consistency away from a different life.

A life where speaking French is no longer a dream, it’s your everyday reality.

Ready to start speaking without fear and access six-figure paying jobs?

Join my French Made Easy Course and start building the consistency that creates results: https://lnkd.in/gg3snSM9

The number 1 reason people struggle with French:

They focus on perfect grammar instead of real practice.

↳ Memorizing endless vocabulary lists
↳ Getting stuck on verb conjugations
↳ Waiting for the “perfect moment” to start speaking

The result? Lack of confidence and zero fluency.

Here’s what worked for me instead:

1. Focused on building basic conversational skills first
2. Set small, realistic goals and celebrated each win
3. Used French in everyday life: texts, labels, playlists
4. Practiced speaking (even if I made mistakes!)
5. Built a habit of consistent, daily practice

Stop waiting to “master” French before you use it.

Start using it while you’re learning it.

Daily progress will get you further than perfect planning.

Want to make the last 6 weeks of 2025 count?

Join my course and upskill in French, it’s never been a better time to start. https://lnkd.in/g7c-9qmW

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Learning French can change your life.

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2. Access to bilingual job opportunities.
3. Achieving your dream of studying, working, or living abroad.

I’ve seen it happen with so many of my students.

Take Tunde, for example. 

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French learners only need 3 things to succeed:

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2. The discipline to learn
3. The heart to never give up 

But maybe… we need a number 4:

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Bon vendredi à tous!

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