Cursory: Ismail Ayuss, a recent university graduate, established his creative agency, Dlight Space, in Ghana while still a second-year student. At the age of 24, his agency has employed five individuals, and he aims to be among the top 10 creative agencies in Ghana by 2024. Ayuss encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to exhibit dedication and hard work in their endeavors.
Ismail Ayuss, a recent graduate of the University of Development Studies (UDS), has shared his inspiring journey towards becoming an entrepreneur.
In an interview, Ayuss, the founder of Dlight Space, a creative agency in Ghana, discussed how he conceived the idea for his business after completing Senior High School in 2016.
“I didn’t go to the university right after completing SHS because I had a strong desire to pursue a career in the digital space. I then took up courses in graphic design, branding and others, after which I entered the University in 2019.”
At the age of 21, while still a second-year student, Ayuss took the bold step of establishing his creative agency in 2020. Although managing work alongside his studies presented challenges, his determination to ensure the success of his business propelled him forward.
As a holder of a degree in Accounting and Finance, Ayuss expressed his strong desire for his business to thrive as it would allow him to utilize his creativity and provide opportunities for other young individuals.
“I wanted to be in a position where I could give opportunities to other young people like myself. I wanted to put my creativity to use and so, before I even established Dlight Space, I had already taught close to 20 people how to design basic things using their phones.”
Currently, at the age of 24, his company has five employees and, and he aspires to be recognized as one of the top 10 creative agencies in the country by 2024.
Ayuss encouraged young graduates with aspirations of starting their own businesses or becoming entrepreneurs to employ dedication and hard work in their endeavors.
“All I will say is that, you need to trust in your vision, you need to be adaptable, you need to learn and you need to create a good network,” he said.
Source: yen.com.gh
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