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You’re not stuck because you’re unskilled. You’re stuck because you’re unclear. Every day you chase five things. You multitask, overthink, say yes too often and end the day exhausted. But nothing really moves. You need to remember: Distractions aren’t just noisy apps or endless meetings. The biggest threat to your success is the good opportunities […]

I took the kids to the British Museum in London before my MBA graduation ceremony. We went straight to the African Gallery. I became their unofficial guide there, describing the artefacts taken from the Benin Empire, the invasion, and the colonisation of Nigeria. A guide stood listening and nodded all through. His version of the

In a noisy world, silence often speaks the loudest. When Satya Nadella became CEO of Microsoft, many expected a flashy, dominant style. But what they got was quite strong. He neither yelled nor bulldozed. He listened and learned. And led one of the most significant cultural turnarounds in tech history. You don’t need to raise

“Entrepreneurship isn’t about avoiding hard days. It’s about becoming the leader who endures them.” – Dr. Ikechukwu Okoh This week’s Leadership Pulse dives into grit, endurance, and the reality of entrepreneurship. https://lnkd.in/dHemrJv2

Entrepreneurship is more about perseverance than innate talent! This week’s Leadership Pulse explores: -The G.R.I.T. Framework for entrepreneurs-How perseverance surpasses talent over time Read this here: https://leadership-pulse.beehiiv.com/p/the-grit-factor. What is the most resilient decision you’ve made as a leader? I wish you a fabulous week ahead!

What’s riskier: starting a side hustle or depending on a single paycheck for the rest of your life? Early in my career, I believed that hard work at one job was enough. I thought that if I showed up, gave my best, and put in the effort, my paycheck would take care of everything. But

One of the biggest myths about leadership is that you must have all the answers. I’ve learned and lived the opposite A while back, I had a leadership coaching session with a visibly overwhelmed founder. He came expecting me to “fix” his team dynamic, solve their productivity slump, and tell him what to do next.

Talent may open the door, but only discipline keeps you from being kicked out. Noah Kagan was the original #30 employee at Facebook. He was brilliant, energetic, and full of potential, but got fired due to a lack of focus, consistency, and discipline. He admits it himself. Today, he’s built a successful business, but he

What’s heavier, the torch or the loneliness of carrying it alone? Every leader knows the quiet weight of isolation. But the truth is that you were never meant to carry leadership alone. This week’s Leadership Pulse edition introduces the C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Framework. These are practical steps to build circles that strengthen, support, and sustain you. Read

Emergencies can happen at any time, whether it’s a car accident, sudden illness, or natural disaster. The difference between a close call and a tragedy can often depend on the actions taken in the first few seconds or minutes. It’s not just about relying on emergency services; it’s about YOU and how prepared you are.