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FAST FOOD CHAINS: TIME TO LEAD THE SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT AGENDA

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.

 LEARNING WHEN TO SAY NO: A KEY TO SUCCESS 

Saying no enables us to be more discerning, allowing us to carefully evaluate each opportunity and choose those that align with our aspirations and values. This is not to say that we should only opt for opportunities that is within our comfort zone, but more of discerning what’s a distraction than an opportunity. 

AVOID DELEGATION THAT ENDS IN BURNOUT 

It is advised that a leader should not be engaged in every single project. That is an invitation to burnout. And delegation that ends in burnout is a prevalent problem, and it can lead to demotivation, loss of productivity, and even high staff turnover.

To avoid delegation that ends in burnout, it is crucial …

A LEADER OF ALL SEASONS

Character is an integral aspect of effective leader of all seasons. Leaders need to demonstrate integrity, honesty, and a strong work ethic. They need to lead by example and hold themselves accountable for their decisions and actions. They should own up to their mistakes, apologize when things go south, and work towards righting their missteps.

THE RISE & RISE OF THE CITIZEN’S OFFICE

Democracy is about the numbers

The concept of an “office of the citizen” is not new, but it has gained significant prominence in recent years. The office of the citizen refers to the idea that every individual has a responsibility to participate actively in the governance be it in their community and country. In Nigeria, with reference to the recently […]