Ever wanted to make a real difference in your community? Did you consider starting an NGO. 

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 Today's guest walks us through the key things that must be in place before you even think of establishing an organisation of your own. She walks us through her career and 3 ingredients you need if you are venturing out on your own as a young person and we learn some mistakes to avoid making. 

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Chidi Koldsweat is an international development professional and founder of Donors for Africa, which strengthens the capacity of African social innovators, non-profits and social enterprises to access funds , achieve their vision and build sustainable organizations. Chidi has received accolades and awards including being finalist in CEO Global Africa's most influential woman in management and Africa's 25 most outstanding emerging women  leaders under the Moremi initiative for Leadership (MILEAD). 

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In this episode we discuss, 3 crucial career lessons to always remember, no matter the industry you are Common mistakes people make when starting an NGO Foundational principles to writing a successful funding/grant application. Where to find funding for your next project.

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 To contact Chidi , please check her instagram page @donorsforafrica , learn how to build your notprofit email list , join the free challenge http://eepurl.com/gQKBrb 

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