The 5 Biggest Networking Mistakes Leaders Should Avoid
Everything rises and falls on networking. Whether you want to get ahead professionally or personally, networking rightly cannot be overemphasized. It requires some sets of applicable sets of skills and habits to make and sustain an effective network. Making and sustaining effective networking for life and business growth requires you to leave your comfort […]
6 Effective Ways To Lead And Influence People Without A Title
Self-leadership is the new style of leadership for the 21st century. These days, your ability to succeed in any sphere of life is determined by how much and well you can influence people. Leadership and influence are intertwined. You need to influence people in order to lead them effectively. Read more about Personal Development […]
5 Profitable Ways To Overcome Roadblocks
Encountering roadblocks are part of our everyday life. How we interpret it or face it determines if we are going to overcome it or not. Most often, many of us see roadblocks as a dead-end, rather than a hurdle. It all depends on what our mindsets make of roadblocks. Read more about Personal Development […]
How Leadership And Management Spur Business Growth
Leadership and management are terms often considered synonyms; however, we need to understand that leadership is an essential part of effective management. Leadership is defined as the potential to influence group efforts towards the accomplishment of goals. Read more about Business Organizations require quality leadership and management for optimal organizational efficiency. Once your business […]
Why Big Projects Fail In Nigeria
Big projects are projects that generally take a longer term to complete, a lot of money to finance, and a huge number of risks before they come to fruition. Nigeria is a nation full of human, natural and climatic blessings & resources, but it has been noted that grand projects have more propensity to […]
How To Bring Out The Best In Others In Six Ways
Bringing out the best in others is the job of a true leader. The amazing thing about bringing out the best in others is that you’re surrounded by people who would be loyal to you and at the same time make your job easier. Read more about Personal Development It can be frustrating when […]
7 Scientifically Proven Steps to Increase Your Influence
Influence is the foundation of leadership. John C. Maxwell, one of the world’s leading leadership coaches, affirms that leadership is influence, nothing more, nothing less. Your ability to influence people can make your journey to success interesting. In a world where people’s lives are determined by who influences them, the need for the right kind […]
The Roller Coaster Nature Of Leadership
Life is a journey and sometimes, we get lost. Leadership is a rollercoaster ride; sometimes, they love you, then they hate you and they may love you again. As you lead people in the corporate world, the first discovery you’d make is that your subjects are more comfortable with a familiar discomfort than they […]
She’s The BOSS: 5 Reasons Women Succeed In Leadership
The word ‘’boss’’ if often synonymous with a leader of a group, firm or organization. The first image that comes to mind when one hears the word ‘’boss’’ is that of a suited up giant male in his mid 50’s or 60’s. Sometimes, bosses might be younger depending on their qualifications, skill sets and […]
My Quick Eleven Suggestions for Succeeding Beyond the Pandemic
As Nigeria commemorates her diamond jubilee anniversary of its independence, this year’s celebration should be a little bit different from the previous ones. Instead of the commemoration being a cause for celebration, it should be a period for a re-evaluation of strategies for success beyond the pandemic. With the Nation experiencing the ‘heptilema (seven and […]
Nigeria @60: The Nigerian Project
From the rising of the sun to its going down, From the Olumo Rock to the Niger River, Through the cave in Ogbunike to the peak of the Mambila Plateau, Nigeria is blessed. The storm persists through our toil, Men are sore, should they cave in? But we must row our father’s boat, Cause […]
Partial Scholarship for women in project management leadership
As part of activities to mark the Women’s day in the month of March, Ladies Helpline Initiative in collaboration with New Horizon presents a two day program for Women in Project Management Leadership which is on scholarship basis. The Women in Project Management Leadership master class is specifically designed for female leaders in the project, […]
Growth & You: Self-Leadership Traits for High Performance
He who has conquered himself has no need for a crown or a sceptre because he who has conquered himself has conquered the world. Swami Bhaktipada As mentioned in my previous post, 6 Traits of Great Followers, Self-leadership is the foundation of leadership; anyone who possesses the traits listed below will have no problem achieving […]
Growth and You: 6 Traits of Great Followers
“Being a great follower is as important as being a great leader. Some followers make leadership impossible. Great leaders emerge from great followers.” Noela Ugwu Below are some qualities that every follower must possess. If you want to position yourself for some leadership roles, these tips will come in handy. Loyalty Every great follower must […]
Developing Leadership Competencies
The success of a company and its ability to maintain its competitive edge depend fundamentally on the talent of its people and leadership. Learn how to improve your leadership skills – identifying your strengths and weaknesses – and empower the individuals and teams in your organization to reach their full potential. Learn: Concepts and Principles […]
Tribes In Nigeria: The Bajju Tribe of Kaduna State
It is stated that the Bajju migrated from Zamfara, to Bauchi and the Jos Plateau.Then eventually to Chawai and settled in Dibiyi, (popularly referred to as Kurmin Bi), in the Zonkwa chiefdom of the present Zangon Kataf LGA of Kaduna state.[1] The father of the Bajju tribe, Baranzan is believed to be of Niger and […]