I was Shortlisted for A Group Mentoring Session with Ibukun Awosika. Here's What I Learnt.

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Today I attended a group mentoring session called The Life Series with Ibukun Awosika. Mrs. Ibukun Awosika is a forerunner in the furniture manufacturing business in Nigeria and the current chairperson of First Bank of Nigeria Plc. Also speaking at the event were Mr. Asue Ighodalo (the chairman of Sterling Bank Plc.) and Mr. Sola Adepetun (the chairman of Standard Chartered Bank Plc.). Below I share a few nuggets from today’s meeting so that I don’t forget them and because someone else might find them useful as well.  I have highlighted my favourite nuggets in bold letters.

1.       It is within your power to write your story regardless of the circumstances of your birth.   You did not choose your parents but you get to decide how your story ends.

2.    The things you do in your past will show up in your future so be mindful of the choices you make.

3.       Life is always a test of character so before the test comes, be sure of your value system. 


4.       Life will always throw you curve balls and this is usually an opportunity for growth.



5.       Don’t let anyone tell you that you have failed in life until after you die.


6.       Reset your mind. If today does not work, tomorrow will.

7.       Delayed gratification is not punishment, it is wisdom. 

8.       Spend time with your God on a daily basis.

9.       Show up for others when they need you.


10.   Whatever work you do, strive to be the best.



11.   Be clear about what you want. 


12.   Be nice and courteous to people. There’s always a network of “mouth-power” speaking for you in places you do not have access to. 



13.   Give people the opportunity to keep their self-worth. 


14.   If you are good at giving, you will always get. 



15.   The kinds of friends you keep, determine how fast you move in life. 


16.   If you are friends with someone because of what you can get from them, that’s not friendship. That’s a transaction. 



17.   You earn your stripes by what you do every day. 


18.   If you earn a million dollars, always treat it like a once in a lifetime opportunity. Don’t blow it.

19.   Decide what you want to be known for and begin to make a name for yourself. 


20.   Any business that offers gains without measure will also bring losses without measure. 


21.   It is your responsibility to plan your career, not your employer’s. 



22.   In the workplace, always lead by example. 

I am hoping that I will be able to apply some of these wise words to my life and let me see how far they take me. Which are your favorites? Let me know. Cheers. 

-Tobi Amokeodo

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