What if your failed ideas were preparing you for the big one?

In this episode of Negotiation Secrets, I’m joined by Joshua Afolabi, founder and CEO of Bullion, to explore how failed ideas, limited resources, and past experiences can shape what comes next.Joshua shares his journey from healthcare technology into fintech and how his previous experiences helped him understand startups, fundraising, company structure, and building the right team.We also explore why execution matters before you have all the answers, how to find people with expertise you don’t have, how to create buy-in when resources are limited, and why the right people should challenge your ideas.In this episode, you’ll learn:How failed projects can become valuable experienceWhy taking action matters even when the outcome is uncertainHow to create buy-in when resources are limitedWhy communicating your vision mattersHow experienced people can help test your ideasHow legacy thinking can affect decision-makingHow Bullion is approaching fragmented bankingWhy understanding the other side matters in negotiationYour first idea doesn’t have to be the one that works.What matters is what you learn from the experience, who you bring into the process, and how you use those lessons to build what comes next.Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, professional, or simply looking to become a better negotiator, this conversation offers practical insights on execution, leadership, influence, team building, and business.🔔 Subscribe to Negotiation Secrets for practical conversations and insights on negotiation, leadership, communication, influence, and business.Connect with Dr. Gloria:💼 Instagram: @gloriaesoimeme 💼 LinkedIn: Dr. Gloria Esoimeme📅 Book a 15-minute coaching consultation: https://calendly.com/gesoimeme/15min📚 Join the Aglow Reading Circle: https://www.skool.com/aglow-reading-c#negotiation #influence #entrepreneurship #NegotiationSecrets #career #leadership #businesscommunication #negotiationskills #negotiationmastery