You wake up in the morning, take a shower and rush to meet your clients’ demands. During the day, you are fully immersed into solving problems, talking to suppliers, managing inventory and so forth.
Later in the evening you are tied up in another meeting with your business partners discussing some business strategies. By the time you get home you’re too exhausted. You only watch late night news on TV and off you go to sleep.
Does this story sound familiar? Well, that’s the price we (entrepreneurs) have to pay for being our own bosses. But have you ever thought of taking a few minutes of a busy schedule to watch an educative TV show? We highly recommend you do that.
Below is a list of our 10 favorite, educative TV shows for entrepreneurs.
Disclaimer: This list is in NO particular order of merit or popularity. This article is to be used for reference only.
10.Young Rich TV Show
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Airing every Tuesday evening on K24 TV, the Young Rich show showcases successful entrepreneurs who have made it to the top against all odds. Among top success stories that have been featured in this show include: Eric Omondi’s rise to Ksh 30million business empire and most recently the story of Wesley Owiti of Cherehani Africa who has 300 sewing machines that generate over Sh40 million annually.
9.The n-Soko Property Show
If you’re looking to catch-up with the latest trends in the property market then why not accompany Janet Kanini every Sunday evening on NTV? Her show provides an indepth analysis of the property market and exposes viewers to some opportunities that exist in the fast-growing industry. The show airs on Sunday evening.
8.The Property Show
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The Property Show resembles the n-Soko property show in many ways. However, one thing that makes it different is that it covers a relatively wider scope of real estate, interior design, security as well as home internet connectivity features. The show airs on Sunday evening on KTN.
7.Shamba Shape-up
The Shamba Shape-up crew graces our screen every week on Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm. Typically, this team spends 4 days with one household, allowing enough time to build any improvement structures and invite experts in to advise. With an estimated reach of 700,000 farmers and dynamic expertise, it is not difficult to see why this show remains popular among Kenyan agri-entrepreneurs.
6.Mkulima ni Ujuzi
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Does the idea of farming for profit sound like a nice venture for you? Mkulima ni Ujuzi on QTV will definitely provide you with the exposure you need to get started. The show is hosted by Mkulima Gitosh and airs on Saturday evenings. Stories of young farmers who brought a difference to the otherwise sleepy sector are aired here with plenty of lessons for anyone who wants to start but does not have a clear route-map.
5.Kilimo Biashara
Back to the farm yet again! Kilimo Biashara on K24 has established itself as a must-watch for those who want to get acquainted with the subtle details of agri-business. Directed by Paul Gatere, the show predominantly focuses on topics such as:
- Bee keeping
- Paw paw farming
- Onion farming
- Silk production…and so forth.
4.The Apprentice
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- Courtesy: The Apprentice Show
The Apprentice is a reality game show hosted by global business mogul, Donald Trump. Here competitors go through an elimination process to be successors of vacant positions. The Apprentice will equip you with the necessary interview and negotiation skills that you need to make it in the murky waters of entrepreneurship. Although it longer airs on our local channels, you can purchase a copy of the episode from an accredited distributor. Previously, “The Apprentice Africa” version of the show aired on KTN a few years back.
3. The Entrepreneur
This is a weekly magazine show that focuses on important topics of entrepreneurship in Kenya. From topics about the Manufacturing sector, to lessons from successful innovators and inventors this show provides an ideal platform for anyone who is thirsty of knowledge. The show airs every Thursday at 8:30 pm on KTN.
2.Shark Tank
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Is an american reality tv show competition that allows prospecting business owners with unique ideas to pitch to a panel of judges known as sharks to assist in funding and coaching them to become a successful business. Airs on Mondays at 7:30 on NTV.
1.Citizen Business Center
Hosted by the legendary Terry-Ann Chebet and Michael Njenga, the Citizen Business Center is a prime-time TV show that analyzes different aspects of business in Kenya. Here, business ideas are analyzed, issues of finance are discussed and the best entrepreneurs are recognized. The show airs on the first few days of the week weaved into prime time news at 9pm on Citizen TV.
On Special Mention
Eye on Kenya on CNBC Africa
Hosted by Bonney Tunya, CNBC’S Eye on Kenya highlights the business dynamics of the country. Recently, Bonney Tunya hosted Kuza Biashara Founder and Chief Mentor on a session entitled “How SMEs leverage on technology to scale up their business.”
CLICK HERE to learn more about this helpful interview.
