“Do what you do best, and outsource the rest.” Peter Drucker – Management consultant, educator, and author
Financial services businesses throughout the world are increasingly using third parties to carry out activities that the businesses themselves would normally have undertaken. Industry research and surveys by regulators show financial firms outsourcing...
The business world has gone through some major changes in recent years, and the way companies communicate with employees and stakeholders hasn't been left out. With the rise of new technologies and changing workplace culture, the way organisations communicate horizontally and downward has changed a lot. Let's dive in...
A young African man - after about ten years of working in a regular job, attending church regularly, attending pastoral classes, and holding bible study sessions in his home - becomes convinced about the call of God in his life and obeys this call to start his own church....
I. BRIEF OVERVIEW OF MICRO-CREDENTIALS
In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving job market, the demand for a skilled workforce has surged, paving the way for inventive educational solutions. One such innovation gaining traction is the world of micro-credentials: focused, bite-sized learning experiences that empower individuals with the relevant skills they need...
Communication is a crucial aspect I consistently emphasize in my coaching sessions and speaking engagements. If you've attended any of my events, you'll notice that I stress the importance of communication in all types of relationships, especially within the workplace. In this era of virtual meetings and remote work,...
It is a known fact that Africa’s industrialisation is a long journey. There is a huge execution gap between the design thinking behind the entire ecosystem and implementation of same. It’s a very challenging continent with many hurdles. The Pan African Industrial Policy constructs across the regional blocs have...
The recent Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Report from the Bank of Ghana highlighted challenges in the real sector. The monetary policy rate was increased to 29.5 percent - the highest since establishment of the MPC, even though market players expected the rate to remain unchanged at 28 percent.
The cost...
“Civility is not simply a question of minding your manners. It is also a critical component of professional success” P.M. Forni
The following quote from “Corporate Training Materials” under the section on “Civility in the Workplace” hit me hard the first time I read it in 2015: “…Rudeness is an...
The Yakubu Story: Branding Without a Logo
"Masa, good morning!" he greeted as I answered the call, "good morning boss!' I responded. He then said, "I dey your gate". I hung up the call and dashed to the gate. There he was, Yakubu, with all smiles.
You know, as a...
The Internet has undeniably changed how we live, work, and communicate. Since its inception, it has played a pivotal role in transforming lives and societies across the globe. From revolutionising access to information to connecting people worldwide, the Internet has broken down barriers and created once unimaginable opportunities. Its...