My Introduction!

Hello, my hive family! I'm thrilled to join this community. Thanks to my referral @ kingsleyy and Hive account@ainajane that introduced me to this platform. My name is AKINTADE SAMSON Olajide, a proud Nigerian from Osun State. Born into a clergy family, I have a younger brother who's also my closest friend and confidant. Our loving home nurtured me, filled with support and guidance. Growing up, I was fascinated by literature and language. This passion led me to pursue a B.A.Ed in English and Education from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. I graduated with second-class upper division honors, proud of my achievement.

Initially, teaching wasn't my passion; I had other dreams as a teenager. However, studying education sparked a desire to positively impact students, revealing my true calling. I discovered joy in inspiring young minds and shaping future leaders.

Beyond teaching, I'm passionate about business, inspired by helping my mother sell goods as a child. I developed valuable skills: customer interaction, sales management, and record-keeping. My mother's encouragement, "Sam, you'll make a great entrepreneur," stayed with me. Today, I run a contracting business, trading building materials (granite, sand, stonedust) and livestock farming, specializing in pig rearing. I explore innovative methods to improve yields, driven by my entrepreneurial spirit.

Personally, I'm blessed with a wonderful wife and friend, whom I've known since high school. We graduated, served together in NYSC, and married in December 2023. She's my rock, supporting me through life's challenges.

As a government secondary school teacher in Oyo State, I balance teaching with entrepreneurship. "Birds don't fly with one wing"; diversifying my interests allows me to inspire young minds, to grow through business and farming, and innovative ideas. In my free time, I enjoy reading self-improvement books, listening to motivational podcasts, and traveling. I'm also an avid learner, always seeking knowledge to enhance my teaching and business skills.

I'm excited to connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences, learn, read, write and grow on this platform. Life's puzzle sometimes requires guidance or fresh perspectives. I look forward to meaningful conversations, collaboration, and mutual support. Thank you for taking the time to read my introduction. I'm eager to engage and explore new possibilities with this community.

All photos were shot by me.