Author name: Deolu Akinyemi

God, I need help to support my family this year

On social media, we’re bombarded with snapshots of people’s best moments, creating a distorted perception that everyone’s life is going perfectly. This phenomenon, fueled by relative deprivation and social media envy, can make our own realities seem far less than they actually are. In life, people typically showcase the 25% of their experiences that are …

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This Lesson earned me enough to live modestly in 2024, just 4 days in

Barely 96 hours into the new year, and the lessons from 2024 are already stacking up. But this one, my friends, comes with a delightful twist of unexpected earnings. In a nutshell, here’s the scoop on the lesson – if you want the juicy details, you might have to sign up for the masterclass! I …

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4 Accomplishments in 2023 And Why I’m Proud Of Them

Reflecting on the year 2023, I find immense pride in four significant accomplishments that have shaped my journey and brought joy to my heart. These achievements are not just milestones; they are the result of dedication, perseverance, and a touch of divine grace. 1. 20 Years of Marriage Celebration: Last year marked two decades of …

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5 Questions to Reflect and Learn from the past to Empower and Shape the Future

Understanding our history is a stepping stone to maturity. As the wisdom of philosophers echoes, remaining oblivious to the past keeps us in a perpetual state of childhood. While these sentiments aren’t originally mine, they resonate profoundly, especially in how we navigate our reflections on the past. In the haste to plan for the upcoming …

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5 Transformative Lessons from 2023 to Ignite Your 2024

Reflecting on the rollercoaster ride of 2023, a year filled with both profound lows and exhilarating highs, I’ve come to embrace the wisdom encapsulated in John Maxwell’s words: “there is no failure in life, only learnings.” Our failures, aptly represented by the acronym F.A.I.L (First Attempt In Learning), serve as invaluable stepping stones to growth …

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Investing the Last Two Weeks of 2023: A Rhyming Reminder

In two weeks, the New Year’s cheer will chime in, An opportunity to restart, oh, how sublime! Time, life’s currency, like seeds we sow, What we invest, in our harvest, it does show. 1. Seek God! As the year concludes, don’t just follow the crowd, Have a private meet-up with your Maker, and stand proud. …

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How to Prioritize Customers with Deliberate Strategies

One of the training sessions I consistently find joy in facilitating for companies over the last 17 years is centered around “Developing a Customer Service Culture.” A notable company that invariably features in my training discussions is Zappos. For them, customer service transcends being merely a company value or an area they wish to excel …

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Lessons from a Man of Few Words But Immense Character

In the narrative of the Bible, one character stands out for his silence — Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus. Though no spoken words from Joseph are recorded, his life echoes a profound message of loyalty, courage, humility, and more. As we delve into the unspoken wisdom of Joseph, the Carpenter, we discover invaluable lessons …

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Business and Life Lessons from Prolific Mogul Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry has risen from hardship and homelessness to become the most successful African American filmmaker in history, with over $1 billion earned from his catalogue of films, TV/streaming content, and theater productions. His impact and influence within the entertainment industry and upon Black culture more broadly is monumental. I met my wife watching “Tyler …

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The Ripple Effects of Basic Human Decency

In a world of cut-throat competition and obsession with status, it’s easy /to default to a transactional mindset with people – being kind only to those useful in getting us ahead while ignoring or demeaning “lower level” people we interact with everyday. Yet the most transcendent leaders understand a basic truth – how you treat …

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