One is primarily a preacher; the other is a business mogul. One is an incorrigible unrepentant Christian; the other a faithful Muslim. One is a blunt, no-nonsense personality; the other is a discreet and reserved individual. But they are both entrepreneurs. They are visionaries. They have made their impact on the Nigerian society. They cannot… Continue reading Trailblazing Nigerians, Bishop David Oyedepo and Alhaji Aliko Dangote: Two Sides of the Same Coin?
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The Ten Thousand-Hour Rule: Becoming a Champion
By Darasimi Oshodi “Champions do not become champions when they win an event, but in the hours, weeks, and months, and years they spend preparing for it. The victorious performance itself is merely a demonstration of their championship character.” The statement above is credited to Michael Jordan who is arguably the best basket ball player… Continue reading The Ten Thousand-Hour Rule: Becoming a Champion
You are Not a Prisoner of Your Past
Darasimi Oshodi The ability to recall facts, events and names of people is a trait that is admired by many. I believe this is also a trait that is needed for one to succeed in academics and other areas of life. People are usually pleased when people remember their names and they tend to think… Continue reading You are Not a Prisoner of Your Past
Mandela, the Madiba, by Dr. Tunde Oseni
If you want success out of struggle Mandela, the Madiba represents a model If you think it’s over when the chips are down Study Mandela, the Madiba for a change of mind If you think a people can forever be in chains Mandela, the Madiba will let you think and change If the world has… Continue reading Mandela, the Madiba, by Dr. Tunde Oseni
Showing Up is the First Step to Success
I heard someone say that 80 percent of life is merely showing up. I thought about it for a while and I couldn’t agree less with him. You have an awesome idea that can change the outcome; you have a question to ask that no one has thought of, but the first step is being… Continue reading Showing Up is the First Step to Success
It’s Not Bad to Be an Outsider, After All.
Having an outsider’s perception of the world helps you see change and the desire to succeed so it’s not always an advantage to be an insider. Sometimes it’s great to be an outsider.
How Old Is Your Knowledge?
A couple of weeks ago I was with my mentor in his office. I went to him not to be lectured, but for a different purpose. As I was about to tell him my mission, a woman came in. This woman, apart from being a veterinary doctor, also holds a Ph.D. in Innovation and Technology… Continue reading How Old Is Your Knowledge?
How to be Lucky in Life
I fell in love with this anonymous quote that says “you are not a write-off yet until opportunities cease to exist” the very day I stumbled on it. Ever since, I have made it my guiding philosophy in life. Opportunities beckon daily, but whether we are able to recognise them or not is a different… Continue reading How to be Lucky in Life