The Myth of the Self-Made Man or Woman – A Façade

The Myth of the Self-Made Man or Woman – A Façade

There is an old African proverb that says, “It takes a whole village to raise a child.” Indeed, it takes a community, a network of people, seen and unseen (that is the God Factor), to accomplish any meaningful feat in life. The notion of a “self-made man or woman” is...
Embracing Change

Embracing Change

“It’s only after you’ve stepped outside your comfort zone that you begin to change, grow, and transform.” – Roy T. Bennett. Change, we often say, is the only constant. Some changes are perceived as necessary while others are choices we deliberately make. In...
When Friendships (and Leadership) Are Tested

When Friendships (and Leadership) Are Tested

I recently lost a 40-year friendship after a disagreement. It shook me — not because disagreements are unusual, but because this relationship had survived so much over the years. I found myself asking: Why do some relationships last a lifetime, while others end...
Authentic Leadership

Authentic Leadership

Why Being Real Builds Better Teams In today’s workplace, people are quick to spot when leaders are putting on a show. Titles and authority might get compliance, but trust and genuine influence come from something deeper—authentic leadership. What Does It Mean to Lead...