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On the eve of the official lockdown as directed by

On the eve of the official lockdown as directed by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mallam @MuhammaduBuhari I am rounding up the day charging the @TheGloNation Call Centre team for the task ahead.

In these challenging times and @GlobacomLimited being one of the few running its own call centre in the country, we’ve had to make the very hard decision of putting people on ground to keep our services running - our network provides the backbone to keep people connected. All the virtual meetings, virtual dates, use of social media are only possible because a few will remain on the frontline to ensure uninterrupted service.

To this end, I encourage my team and thank them for being on the frontline. We didn’t anticipate the magnitude of this pandemic but the safety of our people has always been our number one priority. Precautionary measures are in place to ensure utmost safety, and the situation is being monitored constantly. It’s a sensitive time and people are worried - even I’ve had my moments of anxiety. What I do know is that we will pull through.

On behalf of the Mike Adenuga Foundation (MAF), I

On behalf of the Mike Adenuga Foundation (MAF), I visited the Executive Governor of Lagos, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to deliver the sum of N500 million to support the states fight against the global Coronavirus pandemic, otherwise known as COVID-19.

My father, Dr. Mike Adenuga through his foundation is committed to the wellbeing of Nigerian citizens, especially at this time when the country grapples to contain the Coronavirus pandemic. He commends the efforts being made by the government, individuals and organizations to tackle the challenge.

MAF has contributed N1 Billion to the Central Bank of Nigeria and will continue its on-going effort to assist various bodies and institutions in the country with essential requirements to combat the pandemic.

No doubt life as we know it has been altered. Ther

No doubt life as we know it has been altered. There’s no telling when circumstances will return to normal.

I salute all our workers in essential industries who continue to go about their jobs just so that we retain a bit of normalcy amidst this pandemic.

Before COVID-19, I was juggling 100 things – Struggling to stay ahead of the tide balancing my career, personal goals and commitments as a wife and mother.

I reminded myself of a pledge I adopted this year; one I say aloud quite often: “I am acting on commitments and not feelings” (B.P. Moran). When this is over, the goal is, through resilience, to have created a better version of yourself.

It may be a bit difficult but try not to let fear and paranoia hold you back.

Working from home? Establish the tasks you must complete. Line managers should establish weekly KPIs and guide their teams on goals they are to accomplish.

Work done? Try out a new recipe, have movie night with your kids or loved ones, read a new book.

What will I be doing besides the working? Collaborating virtually, crossing off my « to-bake » list, working on a paper maché project with my kids, listening to new podcasts and reading.

We must stay apart yet stay connected, to ensure Safety for All.

EVONIG Glass; the first of its kind in Nigeria.

EVONIG Glass; the first of its kind in Nigeria.

Thanks to our guest of honor, the Minister of Indu

Thanks to our guest of honor, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investments, Otunba Adeniyi Adebayo for commissioning the launch of the EVONIG GLASS production.

EVONIG GLASS, processed and assembled by Abumet in

EVONIG GLASS, processed and assembled by Abumet in our modern factory in Abuja is the first of its kind in Nigeria. It looks to revolutionize the building industry, eliminating long lead times and high import costs for quality double-glazed glass, while simultaneously progressing industry innovation and made-in-Nigeria solutions.

This past Thursday, after many months of incredible work by the entire team, we were pleased to launch our proprietary new product into the Nigerian market.

Chimamanda. Lupita. 🧡 It was a wonderful eveni

Chimamanda. Lupita. 🧡

It was a wonderful evening listening to you both speak. Thank you for being such strong African voices. Thank you for excellence.

Glad to welcome @AFP_Furniture to Instagram! AFP,

Glad to welcome @AFP_Furniture to Instagram!

AFP, the furniture production arm of Julius Berger, utilizes modern processes to manufacture a full line of high quality furniture made in Nigeria.

It’s always a pleasure observing the production process!

Last Saturday, I facilitated @CobblestonePropertie

Last Saturday, I facilitated @CobblestoneProperties’ 2020 strategy session. We reflected, dug deep, and held candid discussions on how to chart our success for the year ahead. We engaged in Process Mapping; plotting our « As Is » against our « Should Be », clearly identifying the gaps between. We also redefined our organizational culture and came up with some pretty cool stuff that we pledged to stay true to!

Most of all, we had a fun and enlightening session filled with open communication and collaboration, arming us for a progressive 2020.

Last night at the ThisDay Awards and 25th Annivers

Happy New Year! We are 2 weeks into the new year

Happy New Year!

We are 2 weeks into the new year and I’m sure most of us are charged about 2020. We are motivated and ready to steadily tick off our goals and resolutions.

Some will accomplish their goals with gusto throughout the year, while the zeal of some others will wither midway. By the last quarter, someone in the latter group will think: “I can’t possibly get started on this goal now - it’s too late. I’ll just start again next year”.
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Above is a great book I picked up last year. It yields a new thinking; what if we viewed each week as one month? What if we set our goals within a 12 Week window, thereby birthing a 12 Week Year? The result is a sustained sense of urgency, knowing that each day must count towards us achieving our goals.

Some excerpts below:

Intentionality is your secret weapon in your war on mediocrity.

You no longer have the luxury of putting off the critical activities, imagining that there is plenty of time left in the year.

Effective execution will set you free. It is the path to accomplish the things that you desire.

The great thing about having a 12 Week Year is that the deadline is always near enough that you never lose sight of it. It provides a time horizon that is long enough to get things done, yet short enough to create a sense of urgency and a bias for action.

I hope you read this book and are intentional about its application.

Happy Reading!

#BDBookClub

2019! What a year! Here, the last night of my tri

2019! What a year!

Here, the last night of my trip to Kigali in March for the @AfricaCEOForum.

Thankful for such a great year, but even more thankful for the efforts, hard work and sacrifice of all who contributed in making it a great year!

I pray for more wins and more success for us all in 2020!

Cheers!

As the excitement of Christmas Day peaks, I rememb

As the excitement of Christmas Day peaks, I remember a very special Christmas Eve seven years ago!

It was the start of music being a huge part of our family celebrations. Here, we render a performance of “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”. I’m playing the alto sax, @SadeMAdenuga is singing and @Victor_Odetunde is on the keys!

Merry Christmas everyone! May the joy of today fill your homes now and always.

Friday, December 13, 2019, I became one of the you

Friday, December 13, 2019, I became one of the youngest recipients of the French National Honor:

Chevalier dans l’ordre des Arts et des Lettres.

I thank the French Government and President @EmmanuelMacron for bestowing this honor upon me.

It was the fulfillment of a dream.

I am humbled.

I remain eternally grateful.

We created the Mike Adenuga Centre, home of Allian

We created the Mike Adenuga Centre, home of Alliance Française for evenings like these; hosting great conversations with the incomparable @Chimamanda_Adichie and creative director of @Dior, @MariaGraziaChiuri.

Last night was an absolute pleasure and I’m glad that the centre has become such a cultural hub in Lagos.

December is here! As you reflect on the year, I ho

December is here! As you reflect on the year, I hope you feel the immense joy and happiness that the season brings.

For me, looking at these images of my visits to the latest GloWorld Store at Jabi Lake Mall, on the 5th & 26th of November 2019 in Abuja; I’m glad for progress.

Well done and congratulations @TheGloNation, as @GlobacomLimited keeps its promise to serve more people nationwide.

As a member of the Institute of Directors, I atten

As a member of the Institute of Directors, I attend Director Development Trainings. The knowledge gained during these trainings help my performance as a member of four boards across different sectors.

Over the past two days, we were taught modules on Board Dynamics, Board Effectiveness, Boards & Business Development, and Risk Management.

I learned so much from the facilitators. Here are some life nuggets shared that are applicable to all:

a) Positions don’t make people, people make positions.

b) Blame in secret, praise in public: handle issues with diplomacy. Dignify people with private constructive criticism. An audience is not required.

c) Empathy is an important principle in management: always try to see things the way others see them. Develop emotional intelligence.

d) A life spent making mistakes is better than a life with no action. We grow from our mistakes.

e) We are aware of (and maybe even practice) SMART goals. There should be SMARTER goals: E for Ethical, R for Rewarding.

f) Celebrate one another and the results of your collaboration!

g) Always bring your core competencies, even to areas that aren’t your core specialty.

In my last post, I wrote about different resources

In my last post, I wrote about different resources that nurtured my competency in leadership communication. Here are two books that I highly recommend:

1. Talk like TED: The 9 Public-Speaking Secrets of the World’s Top Minds by Carmine Gallo.

2. Leadership Communication by Deborah Barrett.

Gallo’s text, filled with real-life examples, is a powerful and engaging read. Barrett stretches beyond public speaking, and covers other models of communication; from written to digital presentation skills required for leaders.

If you can, choose hard copy versions of these books. Personally, I’m able to immerse myself completely in a text when I can highlight and write notes on the pages.

What are your book reading preferences? Hard copy, audio or ebooks?

#BDBookClub

Are leaders born or made? This question was asked

Are leaders born or made?

This question was asked during the Q & A session of the Glo Business Forum.

I was glad to answer:

Yes, some may have natural born traits such as intelligence, confidence and charisma, but ultimately, I believe that leaders are made.

I talked about myself: How timid and shy I once was; how I couldn’t bear to make presentations in class; how, in a bid to avoid public speaking, I would even opt to write 15 page papers; and, how fear would envelope me every time I walked into a meeting.

I was resigned to this fear/anxiety (“This is how I am,” I would tell myself), until I decided to take the mantle and become better.

Today, I give public addresses and speak in front of large audiences frequently. From the outside looking in, it may appear that I’m a natural born speaker - that’s very far from it.

Leadership communication was a competency that I knew I had to develop, and so I read books, watched videos, took courses and put in countless hours practicing.

We can become better at what we actively decide we want to be better at. I actively decided to pursue becoming a leader.

I’m proof that it works.

Our fast changing world requires relevant leadership skills to drive change, create impact and develop human capital. Regardless of rank in an organization, leadership roles are useful in other settings be it at home or in social clubs.

My advice to each person in the room was to:

Read books. Attend classes. Enroll in online courses. Watch videos. Remain on the continuum of learning.

Be self-determined to develop your leadership potential to the fullest.

This past Saturday, we held a session of our Glo B

This past Saturday, we held a session of our Glo Business Forum - an employee engagement initiative with a focus on team bonding and knowledge sharing. Our topics were leadership and digital innovation.

For this series, we had team members from all across Nigeria, with some meeting for the very first time!

I kicked off with a simple but important icebreaker exercise - 10 things in common.

For the exercise, individuals were divided into groups and asked to find 10 things they had in common with one another, excluding obvious attributes like anatomy or place of employment! Subsequently, a spokesperson from each group briefed the room on their commonalities.

The goal of this exercise was to create a sense of conviviality, foster a collaborative environment, and possibly jumpstart new friendships from the discovery of mutual likes.

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