The global COVID-19 storm has transformed the way the world conducts business and, more specifically, what can be accomplished digitally. And while we all long for the human touch and personal interaction, a post-pandemic world of greater online functioning is unfolding before our eyes. But with greater digital dependency...
At its core, banking is not simply about profit but also about personal relationships… Felix Rohatyn
A friend recently made a very profound statement….”As for you bankers, you act so aggressively when you are selling your products to us - and then suddenly go cold and unapproachable when the deal is...
Loneliness, defined as an unpleasant emotional condition where a person feels estranged from or rejected by others and feels deprived of secure and close relationships in his/her social environment, is an emotion that is particularly relevant to work. This is because loneliness is an inherently interpersonal and relational emotion...
…Navigating business financing for success
Debt management is a pivotal component of financial health for businesses. It involves a comprehensive understanding of various types of business financing, their advantages and disadvantages, and the effective management of debt, encompassing loans and credit lines. In this article, we will delve into the...
As I travel across most of the countries in Africa for example, I see a continent with a bright future but bogged down by uncountable glitches, hiccups or problems stemming from the office of most of the leaders of organizations that see leadership as only a political position instead...
Ghana is on the brink of progress, and it's time to embrace new ways of doing things. A 24-hour economy is not just a concept; it's an opportunity to unlock Ghana's full potential. It's a commitment to expanding productivity and prosperity beyond daylight hours. Imagine a Ghana where businesses...
In September 2023, Ghana’s government launched a US$550billion Energy Transition and Investment roadmap toward achieving net-zero carbon emissions. The plan has capacity to create an estimated 400,000 jobs by 2060, according to details of its plan - which was developed by government and SEforALL. The plan was launched by...
In today’s rapidly evolving world, businesses must do more than just chase profits and seek expansion on all fronts. The growing perception is that it is not enough to make money; businesses must also be socially responsible and environmentally conscious. In the past, it was customary to pay lip-service...
In an insightful three-part article, Lionel Marumahoko – an Executive Coach, Leadership Speaker and Business Advisor who specialises in complex transformation growth and new market entry in Africa – discusses some essential lessons every CEO can benefit from, through coaching.
Lionel is a former C-Suite executive in a Fortune 500...
In last week’s article, Lionel walked the readers through the dramatic circumstances in which he found himself thrust into the throes of the most impactful assignment of his career, which ultimately got him to oversee the transformation of a previously failing African business opportunity into a billion-dollar business.
In...
