When Teaching Becomes Learning

My work is very humbling. Even if I wanted to live my life unchecked, I can't. Whether as a business owner or as a leadership trainer, I have...

Are They Really Working? The 5 Big Concerns Leaders Have About Remote Work

A CEO once asked me: “Adora, are they really working when I can’t see them?” He’s not alone. Since I began researching remote work, I’ve had...

The Day I Pressed Send and Ran Away

It was October 2009, six months after I had resigned from my job. I wasn’t very clear on what was next, only that I craved independence and...

Passion or Paycheck

When I graduated, I didn’t follow my passion. Infact, I did the opposite, and it’s one of the best career decisions I ever made. At the time,...

Finally, a Better Way to Measure Engagement in Hybrid and Remote Teams

Traditional engagement surveys weren’t built for remote work, this framework was. If you’re still using the same engagement surveys you used...
LESSONS IN RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION (PART 1)

LESSONS IN RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION (PART 1)

We just screened over a thousand applications for a client firm and I want to share some useful tips that can benefit recruiters and candidates alike. 1. It was sad to see some applicants disqualified from the very beginning due to wrongly inputing their email...

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My Word for the Year

My Word for the Year

🎉🎉📣I must confess I can be a little slower than others in booting, especially when I am in a reflective state. It amazes me how much people celebrate new year. I noticed the fireworks were on all night and I don't recall the same level of celebration for Christmas. I...

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Clear Facts on Gender Pay Gap

Clear Facts on Gender Pay Gap

Women earn less than men globally, and in Nigeria, the disparity is better imagined. On average, women earn 20% less than men, even for similar jobs where they have the same education, qualifications and experience. There are several social and economic reasons for...

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MENTORING

MENTORING

Read This If You Want a MentorMany confuse coaching with mentoring.A lot of younger and sometimes older people reach out daily requesting to be mentored, whereas they don't want a mentor at all, what they actually need is a coach.Mentoring is a relationship between a...

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I am Grateful

I am Grateful

I am grateful for the year so far. Anything I didn't achieve, I can proudly say I did my best. I know there's still a pleasant surprise lurking. Whatever happens, I know I am still blessed and highly favoured.  The last few weeks have been quite hectic. I thank...

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SIDE HUSTLE VS MAIN HUSTLE

SIDE HUSTLE VS MAIN HUSTLE

Many people think they need a side hustle, they don't. What they need is a main hustle that pays well. Many of these people already work hard and long enough. They don't need to work more hours. More work will only take a toll on their physical and mental health. Most...

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Organizational Culture:Building High Performing Teams

Organizational Culture:Building High Performing Teams

Whenever a family issue was brought to my Dad's attention, after discussing the bad behaviour of the person in question, Dad would respond in igbo by saying, 'they are family, should we throw them away?' At that point, it was clear what he meant, we were all in this...

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Self expression.

Self expression.

Self expression is necessary for fulfilment in life. Without it it, there is an internal struggle, a feeling that you can't be your authentic self. This is the colour of my soul. I first dyed my hair at 18, then at 30 and now at…. Find your self-expression. Choose...

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WELLNESS.

WELLNESS.

I can only be my most productive when I can bring my whole self to work. A big part of fulfilment comes from the ability to be your true self. Working in your flow and basking in the euphoria of contributing to life. Many people find they have to wear a work persona...

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