On April 25, 2025, popular blogger KAA shared a post highlighting the mindset revealed by ongoing discussions around Dr. Stephen Akintayo’s $18,000 mentorship program. Among the many opinions circulating online, KAA noted that the most concerning comments were from people claiming that anyone with $18,000 no longer needs mentorship.
KAA stressed that the debate over the price is not the real issue. According to him, statements like “If I have $18k, I’ll be a mentor, not a mentee” or “I’ll just focus on my business instead of paying a mentor” reveal a deep misunderstanding of mentorship itself. KAA reminded readers that $18,000, which converts to about ₦28 million, is a significant amount, but it’s nowhere near $18 million.
He observed that the conversation has sadly highlighted the depth of ignorance and a poverty-driven mindset that persists in many communities. KAA explained that mentorship is not reserved for the poor or those struggling to make money. Instead, it is most needed by those who have already started making real progress and want to build on it properly.
Sharing a personal story, KAA revealed that the first time he actively sought mentorship was after earning $17,000 a month through arbitrage blogging. He reached out to Charles Awuzie, shared his success, and, through mentorship, was able to lay the foundation for much bigger achievements.
KAA also recounted a lesson from 2022 when Charles advised him to return a ₦55 million Range Rover he had bought. Although it was painful to lose money due to a partial refund, KAA described it as the best financial decision of his life, made possible through trust and mentorship. He emphasized that without that guidance, mistakes could have been far costlier.
Notably, Charles never charged KAA for mentorship. Yet, KAA said he remains loyal and committed to serving him in every way possible, believing that the value he received far exceeds anything money could buy.
KAA concluded by explaining a common confusion: many people mistake instructors for mentors. Paying for skill-based training makes you a student, not a mentee. Mentorship is deeper and often reshapes entire mindsets and life paths.
KAA encouraged everyone to seek mentorship, whether free or paid, adding that even Bill Gates still learns from Warren Buffet. The message was clear: mentorship is not a sign of weakness; it’s a strategy for lasting success.
