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Tess Ogamba

I tell real-life stories about money, life, work, and rebuilding my life and business from scratch. From going broke unceremoniously to starting over, from navigating failed relationships to creating sustainable income sources, I share the lessons I've learned, mistakes I've made, and the little wins along the way. I'd be thrilled to have you on board; to share, laugh, learn, and grow together.

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Your Guide to Making Money Online

I can’t tell you how excited (and a little nervous) I am to share something truly special. If you've followed me for a while, you know how much I’ve been through to get here. A few years ago, I was barely scraping by, living off the kindness of strangers and working relentlessly to make a few dollars online. Rejected articles, sleepless nights, tears… I’ve been through it all, but the day I earned my first $200 online changed everything for me. It showed me that with perseverance, it’s...
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This Is Not a Job!

I have something for you. But first, a word of caution from someone who has been working online for over 6 years. A mistake to avoid. Please, don't treat your online work/business like a job. That's the fastest way to fail. Three years ago, I resigned from my last employment and swore never to get employed again. I didn't like being employed. I felt constrained by it and hated how toxic the work environment was. You can't be great in a box. Leaving employment was me stepping out of the box....
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Everything and Nothing at the Same Time

Have You Ever Felt Lost? Now, you're probably wondering, "Is this about you, Tess?" No, it's about us. Reflect on the occasions when you felt like you didn't know what you were doing, where you were headed, or what your life is all about. Think about those situations where somebody asked, "Who are you?" And you had no idea how to answer that. You probably repeated this very same question to yourself silently. Who am I, really? I Thought I Knew It All... Until I Didn’t I used to think I knew...
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