Unscripted with Raygan

Reagan Marfo

AFRICA'S LEADING ENTREPRENEUR & CREATOR PODCAST We dive deep with Africa's entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators to uncover the journeys behind their success, the challenges, wins, and practical lessons you won't hear anywhere else to help YOU SUCCEED! Across business, technology, design, finance, engineering, the arts, fashion, and more, Raygan explores the minds of extraordinary individuals, creators, change-makers, and leaders alike—with one aim: to inspire and empower our audience by sharing real experiences, challenges, and lessons learned.

  1. 5D AGO

    The Mistake That Gets Your CV Rejected in 10 Seconds | Joel Anaman

    Most people are job hunting the wrong way, and that’s why they keep getting rejected.In this episode of Unscripted, Joel Anaman breaks down why sending out dozens of applications isn’t enough, how recruiters actually think, and what turns an average CV into one that gets interviews.Joel Anaman shares: – Why job hunting is a sales process, not a numbers game – The real reason your CV isn’t getting callbacks – How to position your experience so recruiters defend you to hiring managers – Why applying late quietly kills your chances – When it makes sense to work for free, and when it doesn’t – How small “career cushions” unlock bigger risks and faster growth – Why exploration beats waiting to “find your passion.”This conversation is for: – Early-career professionals – People stuck in rejection cycles – Anyone trying to break into better roles, companies, or industries – Africans trying to compete in global job marketsCHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction & Why This Conversation Matters04:49 University, Pharmacy & Early Career Confusion11:17 Working Unpaid & Taking Calculated Risks17:23 Why Most Job Applications Fail20:45 Why Most CVs Never Get Interviews30:39 How He Spent 9 Months Pursuing One Role36:49 A Cold Outreach Strategy That Actually Works48:56 Why Your Career Is Bigger Than Job Search53:12 The Real Reasons People Don’t Get Hired58:42 How to Prepare Properly for Interviews01:06:40 – Financial Negotiation During Interviews01:14:35 Where to Find Legit Job Opportunities01:23:02 Final Seven QuestionsSupport the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficialCONNECT WITH JOELInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/jayanamanX - https://x.com/jayanamanLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelanamanTikTok - http://tiktok.com/@jayanamantokCareer Wheel: http://mycareerwheel.com/Wheeler100 Career Accelerator: https://wheeler100.mycareerwheel.com/Mande: http://mande.ai/⁠CONNECT WITH RAYGAN:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayganofficialTwitter - https://twitter.com/rayganofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reaganmarfo/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rayganofficial?_t=ZM-8tHBftDyYdx&_r=1🎵 Music used in this video is from Epidemic Sound.Get 30 days free using this link: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gu55sw🎧 Listen till the end.Subscribe for more unfiltered career, leadership, and life conversations. See you next Wednesday!

    1h 30m
  2. 12/17/2025

    The Truth About Raising Money: It's Not What You Think

    What actually makes a business investor-ready, and why do most founders get it wrong?In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit down with Nnamdi of Intellectual Plug to break down what investors are truly looking for, beyond pitch decks and buzzwords. This is a practical, no-fluff conversation for founders who want to stop guessing and start building businesses that can attract serious capital. We talk about the gap between having an idea and being fundable, the most common mistakes founders make when seeking investment, why numbers matter more than passion, and how to structure your business model so it actually makes sense to investors.If you’re building towards 2026, thinking about grants, crowdfunding, pre-seed funding, or external capital, this episode gives you clarity on:How investors think1. When (and when not) to seek funding2. How to value your business correctly3. What makes a business investible, not just interestingThis conversation is for founders who want to build with intention, structure, and long-term sustainability.CONNECT WITH INTELLECTUAL PLUG:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theintellectualplug/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-intellectual-plug/🎥 New episodes every Wednesday📌 Subscribe for honest conversations with builders across business, tech, and creativity.#UnscriptedWithRaygan #Entrepreneurship #StartupFunding #Investors #BuildingInAfrica #Business2026Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficialCONNECT WITH RAYGAN:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayganofficialTwitter - https://twitter.com/rayganofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reaganmarfo/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rayganofficial?_t=ZM-8tHBftDyYdx&_r=1🎵 Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound: Sign up: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gu55sw📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews!

    1h 6m
  3. 12/10/2025

    If You Struggle to Charge More, Watch This

    What would you do if someone told you they charged $15,000 for a single design?In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sit with Elvis Obi, CEO & Founder of Mazerance, a global gaming company built between Australia and Nigeria, with team members spread across the world.Elvis is the kind of guest the creative industry rarely gets - transparent, honest, and willing to break the gatekeeping culture around money, pricing, competence, and career growth.For the first time on camera, he opens up about the real story behind the viral $15,000 design, how he navigated the design industry without shortcuts, and the exact mindset shifts that helped him land top-dollar clients.In this episode, Elvis shares:• How he pivoted from Biochemistry to Design • His top negotiation strategies that closed premium clients • The pricing framework that took him from $1,000 → $15,000 • Why he turned down a major offer to build Mazerance • His journey into financial discipline and the mistakes that reshaped his life • What every creative must fix before expecting high-value clientsIf you're a designer, this episode is a blueprint.If you're an entrepreneur, freelancer, creative, or builder, this conversation will shift your mindset on pricing, value, and the realities of growth.Elvis went through it all, so you don’t have to. Watch the full episode; the clarity you’ve been looking for might be here.🎥 New episodes every Wednesday #UnscriptedWithRaygan #DesignCareer #CreativeIndustry #MazeranceCONNECT WITH ELVISLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elvisobiX: https://x.com/TheObiLeonardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theobileonardoMazerance: https://www.mazerance.com/Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficialCONNECT WITH RAYGAN:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayganofficialTwitter - https://twitter.com/rayganofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reaganmarfo/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rayganofficial?_t=ZM-8tHBftDyYdx&_r=1🎵 Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound: Sign up: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gu55sw📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews!

    1h 17m
  4. 12/03/2025

    Your First Mistake in Business? No Structure | Moses B. Arthur

    In this inspiring episode of Unscripted, we sit down with Moses B. Arthur, a young, daring Ghanaian entrepreneur, real estate developer, CEO of Afreat Atlantic, and author of The Entrepreneur’s Journey, Understanding Systems Thinking, and The Seven Universal Currencies. He shares his story, from childhood experiences that shaped his mindset to building a purpose-driven business empire, and shares what it truly takes to succeed as a young African visionary, from his perspective. We dive into: •⁠ ⁠Mastering self before mastering business •⁠ ⁠Why hunger beats talent when building a winning team •⁠ ⁠Turning dreams into action (not just motivation) •⁠ ⁠The realities of entrepreneurship in Ghana •⁠ ⁠Systems, leadership, and purpose-driven success •⁠ ⁠God, vision, consistency & delayed gratification •⁠ ⁠The real estate game and common misconceptions in Ghana If you’re a young leader, entrepreneur, or someone searching for clarity of purpose, this episode is for you. Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficialCONNECT WITH MOSES B ARTHURLink to Moses’ books: https://mosesbarthur.com/books/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themosesarthur/?hl=enX: https://x.com/themosesarthurTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themosesarthurLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/h-e-moses-b-arthur-018529162/CONNECT WITH RAYGAN:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayganofficialTwitter - https://twitter.com/rayganofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reaganmarfo/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rayganofficial?_t=ZM-8tHBftDyYdx&_r=1

    1h 11m
  5. 11/06/2025

    AI Won’t Take Your Job, The Person Using It Will

    AI isn’t coming; it’s already here.And it’s changing everything we know about creativity, work, and the future of Africa’s economy.In this week’s episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we sat down with Julian and the UX Direct team to unpack the truth about AI, automation, and the future of human skill in the modern world.From how businesses are adopting AI in Ghana to the real fear of being replaced by machines, this conversation strips away the noise. It gets real about what it means to stay relevant in a world that’s constantly evolving.Here’s what we explored:The myth vs reality of “AI taking jobs”Why Africa risks being left behind if we don’t adapt fastHow can creative professionals use AI without losing their human edge?The skills that will matter most in the next 5 yearsThe uncomfortable truth about automation, opportunity, and disciplineIf you’ve ever asked yourself, “Will AI replace me?” or “How do I stay valuable in a changing world?” this episode gives you the clarity you need.Watch. Learn. Adapt.📍Subscribe to Unscripted with Raygan, and see you next Wednesday.Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficialCONNECT WITH RAYGAN:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayganofficialTwitter - https://twitter.com/rayganofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reaganmarfo/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rayganofficial?_t=ZM-8tHBftDyYdx&_r=1🎵 Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound: Sign up: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gu55sw📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews!

    1h 18m
  6. 10/15/2025

    The Dangerous Mindset Behind Passive Income | Richie Mensah

    What if everything you’ve been told about success, money, and creativity was wrong? In this episode of Unscripted with Raygan, Richie Mensah - music executive, producer, and creative visionary - breaks down some of the most misunderstood ideas in the creative industry.From exposing the myth of passive income to redefining what “excellence” really means, Richie shares timeless lessons on building a career that lasts, the truth about failure, and why every creative must stop chasing perfection and start creating real value.This conversation will shift your perspective on money, mindset, and mastery.Watch now and remember, excellence always pays.Listen to the full episode everywhere you get podcasts.Subscribe for more conversations that mSupport the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficialCONNECT WITH RICHIE MENSAH:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RichieMensahGhInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/richiemensahghX: https://x.com/RichieMensahGhLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richie-mensah-9b0713114?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appTiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@richiemensah_?_t=ZM-90ZAS2jhwwC&_r=1CONNECT WITH RAYGAN:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayganofficialTwitter - https://twitter.com/rayganofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reaganmarfo/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rayganofficial?_t=ZM-8tHBftDyYdx&_r=1🎵 Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound: Sign up: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gu55sw📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews!

    1h 5m
  7. 10/08/2025

    The Secret to Standing Out Online

    Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/rayganofficial Most people think branding is about presenting a good online image, but that’s not the case. It’s about showing up as your true self and knowing what you stand for. In this week’s episode of Unscripted with Raygan, we speak to public speaking coach and founder Paa Kwesi Folson, and he takes us into the world of personal branding - the values, mindset shifts, and practices that make people trust your brand and what you have to say. Paa Kwesi shares practical insights on: 1. How to stay authentic while building visibility 2. The difference between private and personal branding 3. The mindset that turns personal stories into powerful positioning 4. How to grow your career or business through your story If you read to this point, this is your reminder to like this video and leave a comment! Every Wednesday, we bring you stories from the people shaping Ghana’s future in business, culture, and life. Join us every Wednesday and subscribe if you haven't already CONNECT WITH RAYGAN:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayganofficialTwitter - https://twitter.com/rayganofficialLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reaganmarfo/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rayganofficial?_t=ZM-8tHBftDyYdx&_r=1🎵 Music in this video is from Epidemic Sound: Sign up: https://share.epidemicsound.com/gu55sw📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews!

    1h 7m

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AFRICA'S LEADING ENTREPRENEUR & CREATOR PODCAST We dive deep with Africa's entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators to uncover the journeys behind their success, the challenges, wins, and practical lessons you won't hear anywhere else to help YOU SUCCEED! Across business, technology, design, finance, engineering, the arts, fashion, and more, Raygan explores the minds of extraordinary individuals, creators, change-makers, and leaders alike—with one aim: to inspire and empower our audience by sharing real experiences, challenges, and lessons learned.

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