Omolola Akiyode
Operations and project manager at startbuddiOmolola Akiyode is the operations and project manager at startbuddi, leading cross-functional projects and the content that helps founders get set up. Omolola writes about projects, websites and getting found online, and turns complex ideas into clear, practical steps.
Runs operations and projects at startbuddi
Published by Omolola Akiyode

How to write an employee handbook for a small team
What to put in an employee handbook, how to write it in plain language in a weekend, sample wording, and how to…

How to onboard a new team member (in person or remote): an employee onboarding plan
A practical employee onboarding plan for small teams: what to prepare before day one, a first-day schedule, a 30/60/90-day template and a…

How to organise customer information without searching through chats and notes
A practical system to organise customer information in one place: what to record, how to move it out of chats, and the…

How to set up a CRM for a small service business: a step-by-step guide
A ten-step CRM setup guide for service businesses: goals, stages, clean data, fields, forms and bookings, follow-ups, delivery, training and a monthly…

AI assistant for small business operations: what it should and shouldn’t do
What an AI assistant should handle in a small business, what it should never do on its own, how to protect client…

12 business workflow automation examples for service businesses
Twelve business workflow automation examples for service businesses: the seven follow-ups to automate first, five more for later, and the mistakes to…

Client Management Software for IT Companies: What to Look For Beyond a Basic CRM
Learn how the right client management software helps IT companies connect sales, projects, communication, automation, and long-term client relationships.

How to manage multiple freelance clients without losing track
How to manage multiple freelance clients with one system: vet the fit, agree terms in writing, onboard, block your time, control scope,…

The best project management tools for African agencies in 2026: how to choose
How African agencies can choose a project management tool: per-seat costs in local currency, mobile use, client approvals, data protection, and published…

GoHighLevel pricing vs simpler CRM tools: what you really pay
GoHighLevel pricing explained from its own pricing page: plans, usage costs and add-ons, who it suits, and when a simpler CRM is…

7 Ways to Reduce No-Shows Without Feeling Awkward
No-shows cost service businesses thousands every year. These 7 strategies will cut them dramatically — without ruining client relationships.

Ways AI can save your service business time: 10 tasks to hand over today
Ten practical ways AI can save a service business time this week, with example prompts, what to check before you use the…
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