Virtually everyone I know has a story about getting scammed, swindled, or ripped off. There are plenty of people willing to break the law, or at least violate commonly held morals, to take your money.

History proves that businesses with integrity can succeed. The key is to focus on purpose-driven work. There’s a business mindset that’s been around for decades—the “win at all costs” mentality. It’s ...

Dr. Stephen Akintayo is Forbes Best of Africa Leading Investment Coach and Real Estate Mogul. Chairman and Founder, Gtext Holdings. Not because they lacked vision. Not because they lacked capital.