"THREE"
Three Lessons I have learned this year.
In September, I was in Geneva, invited by Globethics to receive the Globethics Youth Leadership Award as one of the three global winners of the inaugural edition of the award. Having the opportunity to engage with changemakers from around the world, I seized the moment to network and propel our vision at e-Mentor. Beyond being one of the most significant career development experiences, this season also served as a mirror, allowing me to reflect on the kind of leader I am, the one I aspire to be, and the impact I wish to leave on the world through both Softech Ltd. and our vision at e-Mentor.
This year has been both exciting and challenging, and I’ve distilled the three most important lessons I’ve learned, which I’d like to share with you.
You could be doing better if you put in more effort.
Oftentimes, we believe we’ve reached our full potential. You may think you’ve landed the best job possible or have been accepted into the best university. The truth, however, is that you can do even better. You can impact more people through your work, create more jobs through your business, earn more money, and generally improve your quality of life—if you put more effort into the right things.
I always thought I was doing well in my career until I met other young leaders in Geneva. Their achievements, knowledge, and exposure impressed me, and I challenged myself to work harder and aim for a greater impact. You should too!
Your life is a reflection of your beliefs.
Have you ever complained about something? Yes? No? Well, here’s the thing: everything you see, everyone you talk to, everything you do, and everything you experience is your own creation. The physical life you live is a reflection of the beliefs you hold—whether consciously or not.
When you complain about something, not only are you potentially robbing yourself of the ability to change the situation, but you're also revealing that your beliefs are not empowering. If they were, you wouldn't experience something that triggers complaints in the first place.
Challenge yourself to change your beliefs.
Being likable is a superpower.
When I first read How to Win Friends and Influence People, I didn’t think much of it. I thought it was a manual for people-pleasing—a way to become a doormat to gain the favor of others. Having read a lot of Machiavellian material growing up, this didn't resonate with me.
However, one lesson I’ve learned this year is that success largely depends on other people. No one is truly “self-made.” The saying “no man is an island” couldn’t be more accurate in this context. It’s essential to develop social skills that allow you to present the best version of yourself in personal, professional, and even romantic relationships. This is one of my main goals for the remainder of the year.
On September 15th, we launched our exclusive community, “The One Percent,” a network of young professionals and entrepreneurs from different fields, all intentional about personal, professional, and career growth. In less than a month, we have grown to over 130 members, a clear sign of the impact and value current members are already experiencing.
As a member of The One Percent you will:
Participate in bi-monthly community mentorship calls via Google Meet.
Meet and collaborate with accomplished leaders.
Receive personalised feedback and support on your projects and initiatives.
Gain entrepreneurial insights from leading entrepreneurs on the African continent
Receive regular email updates with opportunities.
Obtain first hand access to onsite events within your geographic reach.
Gain state of the art strategies on becoming globally relevant.
What makes The One Percent a unique community is not only that you get the opportunity to collaborate with like minded individuals, but that you gain access to direct mentorship from industry leaders in different fields including youth entrepreneurial leadership, community impact, innovation and sustainability.
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Cheers!