Last Saturday, I took my 4-year-old son to a nearby field to play football. A stranger joined us, being overly friendly to my son, cheering him on, giving him the ball, and encouraging him to score. He seemed like a decent person. But things took a turn. When he started trying to pick my son up and fly him through the air, I told him, “That’s not football.” He slowed down, but then he started asking questions about me, trying to get to know who I am. Eventually, he got my phone number. After disappearing for 5-8 minutes, he returned,…
The Story of an Aspiring Artist
There is a video of a man showcasing raw talent in the car parking basement. This man indeed is talented. As I watched, I remembered a story I read about an aspiring artist, Anna, who dreamed of having her artwork displayed in a prestigious gallery. Like this man, Anna was talented but didn’t have any connections in the art world. You know few people want to open doors for others. They want you to struggle on your own and grow naturally. Anna had a winning mindset. Instead of waiting for opportunities to find her, she always prepared and then looked…
Are Kenyans more hardworking than Ugandans? There is perceived exceptional work ethic Kenyans display over Ugandans, or any other nationality of the region for that matter, may be attributed to certain questions of economic, social, and historical contexts. Three such scenarios that justify the labelling of Kenyans as being hardworking compared to their fellow East Africans are: The performance is somehow average to be the leading within the East African region. Kenya ensures her economy is pegged on the following sectors; agriculture, manufacturing industries, offering services and lastly technology. With such an economic diversity, it for sure calls for a…
Ever Wondered How Vacations Can Boost Your Career?
In 2016, my wife and I committed to exploring a new country every year for vacation. This decision has been consistently upheld since then. In 2018, we chose Bangkok, Thailand as our holiday destination. At the time, I held a position as a board member at an international NGO in Uganda. Curious about the NGO’s presence in Thailand, I conducted online research and discovered their extensive operations there. With the chairman’s approval, I planned to visit their office during my trip. Before departure, I gathered information about key personnel, including the executive director and other directors. I reached out to…
Is your spouse fulfilling their roles at home?
In a successful family, the roles of each partner are crucial for maintaining harmony and well-being. The husband takes on the role of the Chairman. He presides over family meetings and discussions. His focus lies in the bigger picture—family development. This includes defining the sources of income, financial planning, and strategies to enhance and sustain the family’s lifestyle. The wife acts as the secretary during family meetings. She —keeps records of all meetings. Updates the chairman on key resolutions and matters arising. Safeguards the meeting minutes, which may cover various topics, including intimate matters like bedroom performance indicators and areas…
Ugandans can learn valuable lessons from Kenyans when it comes to business success
While there are undoubtedly accomplished Ugandans, the tendency to falter in cohesive collaboration often impedes progress which keeps success at a distance. In contrast, many Kenyan professionals excel in strategic global collaborations, networking, and teamwork, positioning Kenya as East Africa’s commercial capital and a regional tech hub. Frequently, Ugandans opt to work as employees in Nairobi, while Kenyans actively engage in entrepreneurial roles in Kampala, serving as founders or key executives. This discrepancy highlights the difference in approach between the two nations. In 2015, during my tenure as an active ethical hacker practitioner and certified EC-Council Instructor (C|EI), I was…
