It all started when they said NO!

One of the things I wanted so badly growing up was a bicycle. Many children of my age had one, and I didn’t see any reason why I shouldn’t have one either.

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I asked my parents to buy me one, and they said no multiple times. My mom promised she would get it when she had enough money.

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I knew they could afford it at that time, but they didn’t think it was important enough. I got tired of asking and decided to save up for it.

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But when I asked for the price, I realized it would take at least 3 years of saving at that pace until I could buy it.

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I accepted my fate and forgot about it. Till now, I couldn’t ride a bicycle.

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You see, no one likes to be told no.

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And if you hate asking for things, it’s even more difficult.

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Anytime I’m asked, “How did you get started as a copywriter?”

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I tell people the part I want them to know.

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I had just finished secondary school, and out of curiosity and a will to start making my own money, I discovered copywriting.

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But the truth is, I’ve always wanted to be independent. And I showed this trait growing up.

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I never liked asking my parents for anything; instead, I'd save up money from my allowance to buy it myself. I only ask for their help when I can’t afford it.

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We had a close-knit family, and I could see how my parents struggled to provide a comfortable life for us.

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I didn’t want to add to their burdens by wanting too much.

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And I desperately wanted to help in any way I could.

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While waiting for admission, I made a decision to start an apprenticeship at a tailor’s shop in my area. The goal was to learn and be good enough to start making clothes for my friends in school when I gained admission.

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When I started, I realized my boss wasn’t making that much, and the work was stressful. I thought to explore less stressful ways of making money.

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I heard about copywriting and attended a free webinar, and I felt a spark immediately.

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The next thing I did was ask my father to give me 5,000 naira to sign up for a 30-day copywriting course.

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I literally had to give a speech on why I needed the money.

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After the course, I had so much fire in me to go out there and start making zillions of dollars.

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I was frustrated multiple times because things didn't go as planned.

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My parents didn't understand what my job was, but they knew it made me emotionally stressed, and they used to tell me to quit.

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I considered quitting because I had no results to show for it.

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Long story short, I've started making strides and although it's been slow growth, it's worth it.

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Thank you for reading this far.

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Now tell me, how did you get started in your current field?