Author and entrepreneur, The Victory Mesona, has officially introduced her first book to the public, marking a significant moment for professionals and creatives in Nigeria. Her debut work, titled 'Growth From Anywhere,' was unveiled during a special dinner event held in Ikeja, Lagos State, on Saturday evening.
A Launch Focused on Community and Conversation
The book launch was not a conventional affair. Instead of a standard signing, it was designed as an intimate gathering for deep discussion. Over 40 professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives attended, engaging in meaningful conversations about career progression, business hurdles, and personal growth. The discussions specifically addressed the common experience of putting in effort without seeing immediate results—a phase Mesona calls "the messy middle."
Guests were treated to signed copies of the book and participated in dialogues centred on reflection, rest, and forging authentic connections. Many participants travelled from various parts of Lagos and stayed long after the formal programme ended, continuing their conversations in a testament to the event's engaging atmosphere.
More Than a Book: A Practical Guide for Modern Challenges
'Growth From Anywhere' is positioned as both a reflective and practical manual for individuals navigating today's complex work environments, entrepreneurial journeys, and major life changes. The book breaks away from traditional career guides that focus solely on outward success, instead exploring the reality of gradual and non-linear growth.
Speaking at the launch, Mesona explained that the book was written for diligent individuals who find growth elusive despite their correct efforts. "Growth often happens quietly and is sustained through shared experiences and supportive environments," she noted. The evening itself demonstrated her belief that development thrives in community, not in isolation.
The Philosophy Behind the Work
The book provides tools for professionals managing career shifts, building businesses amid uncertainty, and staying grounded during periods of doubt. Mesona encourages readers to recognise growth even when it's not visible and offers strategies to maintain consistency and focus.
This launch also reflects Mesona's broader mission through her professional community, TVM Circle, which she founded to support entrepreneurs and professionals with shared learning and resources. She is also the founder of Growth Padi and ScalePadi, and serves as the Chief Light Bearer at Light and Skills. She is known for advocating discipline, clarity, and action as the core drivers of personal and professional transformation.
The successful event underscores a growing appetite in Nigeria for resources that address the inner journey of growth, complementing the relentless pursuit of external achievement.
