14/01/2024
The year 2024 is being referred to as "No gree for anybody" right?
Sometimes I tell myself, Ayodeji, you have come a long way! (A statement of self-motivation). I recall reading the preface of a motivational book (I can't remember the title), where the author stated "Your work defines your identity".
Initially, I didn't understand the significance of this statement. However, it has subconsciously become a driving force for me. I made a promise to myself; I will not be complacent, I will speak up, I will strive for excellence, I will continuously improve, I will take responsibility for my actions, I will not blame others for my failures, I will learn with humility, and I will celebrate my achievements first!
This Ayodeji or 'Segun you know have learnt different work o, first, I learnt phone and laptop repair, desktop publishing, screen printing, sandal-making, website designing, graphics design, public speaking, communication, and got certified as a Virtual Assistant.
I also acquired knowledge in marketing, brand communication, leadership, business growth, and recently learned how to make bread and cakes.
Indeed, I wanted to be known for the problems I can solve with my skills and knowledge; that is my motivation. As long as my skills can solve a problem, I want to know more about it, not necessarily becoming an expert, but knowledgeable enough to discuss it.
All this knowledge has accumulated to what I call my Resource Bank. Tito Philips Jnr saw something in me that I didn't see, and he took me under his wing and introduced me to the world of business consulting.
Business consultants are like doctors for businesses. Just like medical doctors, we diagnose, identify, recommend, and implement solutions (you can check the dictionary for confirmation, this is my personal definition).
Today, I want to celebrate my 2023 Certificate of Volunteering from FATE Foundation. Why? Because it gave me the opportunity to share my knowledge with businesses, especially entrepreneurs.
If I don't share, how can I be a blessing? It's not just about reading books; it's also about sharing. Let me share a secret with you, if you want your business to thrive, you need to consult someone like me, do you know why? Because I don't want your business to fail.
We anticipate and provide both short-term and long-term solutions. Of course, this service comes at a cost.
Once again, thank you FATE Foundation for giving me the privilege to be a part of your institution.
