Enabling clarity so that people serving brands can maximize their influence in the marketplace
The confluence of self-leadership, nurturing support systems, and adeptly handling detractors equips us with a robust framework for personal and professional development. These are not mere strategies but foundational pillars that sustain us through the transitions of life and propel us towards our envisioned growth.
The recent announcement by Lagos State’s Commissioner for Environment, banning Styrofoam boxes and single-use plastics with immediate effect, caught many by surprise, especially those in the informal sector. However, for entities in the formal sector like fast food chains and supermarkets, this should have been an anticipated development. These businesses had a prime opportunity to spearhead the sustainability agenda, but instead, they found themselves reacting to the state government’s decision.
Authenticating our opinions and positions is essential for making sound decisions. Our reputation matters and our output is a bye-product of it. Failing to do so can lead to blind spots, becoming blindsided, and falling prey to a closed mindset…
Separating facts from noise is another crucial aspect of making sound judgments. In the age of information overload, or misinformation, it is easy to be swayed by sensationalized headlines, biased opinions, and misleading narratives. To avoid falling into this trap, we must critically analyse the information presented to us. Fact-checking, seeking multiple sources, and considering different perspectives allow us to discern the truth and make informed decisions based on reliable data.
From my experience, observation, chatting with business owners and career people, the major reasons why people fall short as regards productivity include taking on too much. This can be because of being a workaholic, unpleasant work culture that disregards people’s personal time or an overtly accommodating person (people-pleaser). Distraction is another reason people fall short on being productive. For some it is the obsession with social media, while distractions can even come from the workplace as well. I am not suggesting that people should not multitask, there are just times when someone can be at the middle of a project and adding more work will be more of a distraction than anything else.
The concept of an “office of the citizen” is not new, but it has gained significant prominence in recent years.
What informs your choice? When it comes to making decisions, it is not about being right all the time, but about being certain that our decisions are right most of the time. This means making sure to consider all the evidence and consider multiple perspectives before deciding. And we should be willing to adjust our decisions when presented with facts and newer information; not grandstand when we are corrected or try to justify our actions simply because people on the other side did the same…
Wait, we have already past a week into the new year, should any serious individual be talking about clarity at this point?
Today is Christmas! Many of you have unwrapped your gifts, laying on your couch after a satisfying meal, watching TV
Thanks to gains from inclusiveness, diversity, and equality in the world today, many people will find themselves in positions they