In 2014, I wrote my first book, Your Three Keys to a Worry-Free Life. Below is the review by Ali Jjunju, the CEO Buddusoft Ltd, which today operates as One Global Ltd, leaders in mobile value-added services solutions. Running a business can sometimes feel like sailing on open seas without a compass unless you can get some help and get your business work for you. Your Three Keys to a Worry-Free Life uses practical examples including the author’s own experiences in life, hands-on approach to putting your business and life affairs in order. The exercises provided in each chapter gets…
Embrace remote working amid COVID-19
This virus is not relenting. The Covid-19 virus is threatening our ways of life. This is the new normal. As some countries revert to martial law to curtail the spread of the virus, we must adopt modern ways of working so that our lives can continue. Some facts are clear: The kids must continue to study. That means parents must embrace home study. Subscribe to an online learning platform. Or hire a teacher. Or you as a parent put on the teacher’s hut and provide both formal and informal home teaching. Use this as an opportunity for bonding. The worst…
How will you measure your life, book review
Below is a summary and key learning points from the book, How will you Measure Your Life, by Clayton M. Christensen, James Allworth, and Karen Dillon. I know you have a lot on your table. Take a few minutes to gain key insights from this fantastic book by Clayton et al. Work, work and lots of work. It is easy to focus on work that you may forget about things that matter: the ‘why’ of your life and how to give it a meaning. The book will help you find a purpose for your life. How do you live a…
Life in the city. How a Nigerian driver makes more money from African tourists
I enter into a random taxi. A driver is a black man. I go into a conversation mode. Me: Where are you from? Driver: Africa? Me: Which African country are you from? Driver: Nigeria Me: Oh, Nigeria. You Oga’s are very active. Every country I go, I find Nigerians. You have looked for money. Driver: Chuckles… you man you are funny. We Nigerians, we are extroverts. We move out. We have put Africa on the world map… Me: For all the wrong reasons. You guys are too street smarts that people don’t blink in your presence. And they think all…
#Mindspark 4: Stay a step ahead in life and business
How do you fair in the following areas that set a foundation for a happy life? 1. Family and social circle of trusted friends – your choice of a partner/s – whether for marriage or mere friendship. — Are you married? What is your relationship with your parents? When did you last meet them face to face (if still alive) or talk on the phone? When did you last go on a planned trip with your trusted friends as a family or friends? Remember face to face interactions are more valuable than social media. 2. Money – how to make…
#Mindspark 3: Read new books to transform your life
In Mindspark 2, you categorized your opportunities and challenges. You formulated the most pressing strategic issue. Two people shared their strategic challenges. “Lack of money due to lack of a well-paying job.” “Miserable life because of a bad choice of a marriage partner.” I want to recommend you to read the book, “Playing ToWin.” Get a copy of the book here, and buy Amazon Kindle for a great experience. Or read an article summary of thebook here. I recommend you make this your #1 must-read book in 2020. My approach to strategy is informed by ten books, including Playing To…
