I was speaking to an investor recently and he said to me: "Before I invest in any business, I need to know the founders. Because no matter how good the idea is, the people behind it matter more." That investor’s statement is spot on. why? Because everything we build—families, businesses, communities, nations—rests on one thing: People. People. People. Simply, great people build great things. And where people are weak, underdeveloped, or disempowered—nothing lasting can stand. This investor understand this construct deeply that "companies are powered by people" If you give weak people the best idea, they’ll destroy it. But give great people a flawed idea, and they’ll refine it, scale it, and change the world. Essentially, if you want to build something meaningful: Don’t start with structures. Start with people. Can your people learn fast, unlearn faster, and stay obsessed with growth? If the answer is yes—everything else will align. If no—your business may collapse under its own weight. PS: Join the next Tekedia Mini-MBA starting June 9 to explore how the people factor shapes the foundation of great companies. Because behind every enduring business is a team that thinks, learns, and leads differently. Contact Eyitayo Adeleke to begin your registration today. Email: [email protected] Whatsapp: +2347035670954