What Fear Can Do To You
I came in contact recently with a story that fascinated me some years ago. That story made me re-evaluate my life and the kind of stuff that I allow to pass through my mind. It also taught me about the concept of fear and the
Category Archives: Inspirational
A Look At Organizational and Personal Performance (Part 2)
My last post was focused on the need for organizations to commit more into evolving great organizations by ensuring the development of a great workforce. It is obvious that great people make great organizations. Today, I am going to play the devil’s advocate by bringing
A Look At Organizational and Personal Performance (Part 1)
I personally detest mediocrity and celebrate smart workers who I refer to as entrepreneurs even whilst working for organizations that do not belong to them. These people give their best and are constantly renewing their skill sets and their conscience is linked to the fact
An Unobvious Chance
Once upon a time in the land of Ikesere; it was a mixed fortune for all. Some were very rich, some can’t complain while some lived below comfort and others in abject poverty. Ikesere was layered into divisions according to the collective perception of its
Authors, Reading and The Reading Culture
For some time now, I have been having an internal debate on an interesting topic. I have always been fascinated by books and other forms of writing. I personally believe that many other forms of art are built on the foundations of an idea articulated
Positive Black Swan Events And Us: The Slumdog Millionaire Example
When Vikas Swarup wrote his novel titled – Q & A; little did he know that he was setting himself up for history. The book went on to win the Boeke prize but the accolades was just starting. The book was later adapted for the screen by Simon Beaufoy and titled Slumdog Millionaire. The film became the most successful big screen entrant at the Academy awards of 2009 winning 8 out of the 10 nominations it received including best picture which is the crowning glory of any film at the awards ……..
Plain Ol’ Wisdom
Over the weekend, I did some soul searching on some of the principles that are shaping my life and some I would love to do more. The list goes on and on but I will share some of them with you. I would also love
Letter To My Unborn Child
My Dear Child, You cannot understand how elated I am writing this letter to you. In fact, just a few years ago, I could not envisage this happening but you have made this possible through the help of God and I can proudly dip my
Do Something, Change Starts With You!
The human mind is a deep one with an ability to create and destroy. From the mind – man has been able to invent things, write blockbusters, start World wars and destroy their nations. Each man has a choice to either use his cortex for
The Tortoise and the Elephant
Not too long ago, I wrote a post based on a popular Nigerian folktale. I am a lover of our folktales because of the wisdom inherent in them which most of us overlook. And that is the reason I will from time to time, bring
My Creed
This post is inspired by a decision to live a life that contributes to the Nigerian and African dream. A dream born out of a desire to evolve a nation and continent far from the present status of a dark people. A glimpse into a
Chatting With a Brilliant Telecoms Engineer/Consultant – Uche Adaigbe
Today, we continue our mentoring session with Uche Adaigbe. Meeting with him was a turning point for me as he struck me immediately as a young man who knew where he was going. An extremely focused individual with a huge drive; Uche did a lot
Dissecting the Fearful and Big Word – Entrepreneurship
The world is presently at a crossroad now due to the prevailing economic crises which is not about to subside. Many companies have gone under including those that seemed too big to fall. A lot of people are out of jobs and the burden on
A Chartered Accountant/Farmer/Real Estate Developer: Purposeful Entrepreneur – Ayo Adedeji
The first time I met Ayo Adedeji in Great Ife – my spirit concurred that he is a man to look out for in the future. He never disappointed us and today he carries about an aura of purpose and the drive to excel. From
Happy New Year and God’s Promises
2008 was a great year and I am so happy that after reviewing my activities – I can say that God has been so good. I have also promised God to do more in 2009 and ensure that the potentials he has put in me