Maliro Dickson Mwanza

29/05/2024

𝐓𝐡𝐞 "𝐇𝐇𝐑" 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝟒𝐄 𝐑𝐮𝐥𝐞

While writing my new book, I stumbled on a very interesting framework, which is evident among many great people. I call it the "HHR" Framework, built on three foundational "stones":

𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 # 𝟏- 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞
Often mistaken for weakness, humility is the foundation for life-long learning. It is the unwavering ability to acknowledge your limitations with radical awareness, not with self-pity, but with a fierce determination to leverage the strengths of others. It's the wisdom to recognise yourself as a unique note in the grand symphony, beautiful on your own, but infinitely powerful when played in harmony with others. Humility does not only empower you to serve but also to receive.

𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 # 𝟐: 𝐇𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 - 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
This is the unceasing desire for growth, a relentless pursuit of excellence. It's the fire within you that propels you towards your full potential. It's the curiosity that ignites a passion for continuous learning, the ingenuity that allows you to overcome challenges, and the bravery to take calculated risks. "You gotta be hungry," Les Brown screams. Hunger empowers you to get what you desire by transforming your wishes into a driving obsession.

𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 # 𝟑: 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝟒𝐄 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲
This is the power of ownership, the unwavering commitment to taking charge of your life. It's the understanding that you are the architect of your destiny, empowered to shape your journey through your choices and actions. Someone taught me these two rules: Rule No 1: When placed in charge, take charge; and Rule No. 2: When in doubt, refer to Rule No. 1. Therefore, by all means, accept 100% responsibility. Take charge! Responsibility empowers you to give—you become a contributor.

from The 4E Rule # www.amazon.com # Think-Like-The-Master

25/02/2024

“The opportunity of a lifetime must be seized in the lifetime of the opportunity.”
- Sibusiso Arthur Leope

23/02/2024

“More precious than our children, are our children’s children.”
- Malawian Proverb

# Think Posterity

12/02/2024

From the Brink to Brilliance: 3 Life Lessons from Ivory Coast's AFCON Glory

Congratulations to Ivory Coast on their amazing AFCON victory which offers us several life lessons.

Remember when rock bottom felt like the ceiling? Remember staring defeat in the face, questioning every step you took? Ivory Coast, the unlikely champions of the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations, know that feeling all too well. They stared elimination in the face, fired their coach, and even had to beg another team to win them a lifeline. Yet, against all odds, they rose from the ashes like a phoenix, their victory story echoing with powerful life lessons for us all.

Lesson 1: Rock Bottom Isn't the End, It's the Launchpad.

When life throws you a curveball, don't mistake it for a full stop. Ivory Coast didn't wallow in their early slump. They used it as fuel, a rallying cry to rewrite their narrative. Remember, challenges are stepping stones, not roadblocks. Use them to energize and propel yourself to new heights.

Lesson 2: Belief is the Currency of Champions.

Ivory Coast had faith in their potential, even when the world wrote them off. They embraced a "never say die" spirit, proving that belief is the most potent weapon in your arsenal. So, believe in yourself, and draw strength from your experiences. Your confidence is your superpower.

Lesson 3: Unity is the Wind Beneath Your Wings.

Imagine climbing Mount Everest alone. Now, imagine the whole nation supporting you, pushing you, celebrating your triumphs. Ivory Coast's win wasn't just about individual talent; it was about collective spirit. They rallied their nation, embraced a novice coach, and played for each other. We are stronger together. Seek support, build your tribe, and watch your dreams soar.

The Ivory Coast's victory wasn't just about football; it was a testament to the human spirit. It was a story of second chances, unwavering belief, and the power of unity. So, the next time you face adversity, remember the Elephants. Remember that rock bottom isn't the end, belief is your magic weapon, and together, we can achieve the impossible. Go forth, and write your own champion's story!

Think 4E: Energize| Enlarge| Expand| Elevate your game.

11/01/2024

David secured a platform to fight Goliath based on his previous triumphs over the lion and the bear. Victims are used by their past and use it to justify the present results but creators use their past as a resource to secure a glorious future. What is it in your past that you could say, “If God could help me do this, then I can do that? With this mentality, you could turn your pain into your biggest breakthrough.

# CreatorShift
# Think4E

04/01/2024

“What could your life look like by the end of 31 December 2024 if you could drop some of the fears you have today?” Someone just asked.

04/01/2024

Success is not a mineral; it is not mined out of the earth but out of the unlimited wealth of ideas, concepts and insights. Therefore, don’t bring a shortage mindset to it. What you can do is all you can do: no limits!

30/12/2023

You are as old as your mind. As you develop your mind, you refresh your entire body. “Your age is not what determines old age,” Bishop Oyedepo argues, “If you keep your mind young by putting it to use, it will ‘youngen’ your body.”

21/12/2023

We are all born originals but many die as copies because we spend more time in environments that work so hard to destroy our sense of self. Do all you can to GET BACK YOURSELF. “Be you and do you,” Bishop T D Jakes says.

19/12/2023

A prepared Messenger is better than a prepared message. Invest more in yourself and your message will come naturally from within you. The words you speak will be life and spirit (John 6:63).

07/12/2023

CULTIVATING THE 12 SENSES OF DIFFERENCE MAKERS.

PART 3 - EMBRACE A STRONG SENSE OF MISSION

A healthy sense of self will give you a sense of worth and value. You will appreciate your specialness, uniqueness, and extraordinariness. A healthy sense of self comes from a Vision (using your eyes of understanding to see yourself the way God sees you). This is very critical because it will “finance” the other senses. A person with a poor sense of self will always seek to subtract from others.

A sense of purpose relates to being conscious of the reason for your existence and being, wherever you may be now. This is true for people and organizations. “It is like a guiding star always worked towards, but never achieved,” Jim Collins wrote. “It is a motivating factor, not a differentiating factor.” A sense of purpose aligns your thoughts, choices, and decisions with divine purpose.

Now, while purpose is a motivating factor triggering a burning desire, passion, and a burden within you, a SENSE OF MISSION is a differentiating factor which gives you a clear and compelling overall goal that serves as a focal point for your efforts. A sense of mission empowers you to turn senses of self and purpose into energizing, highly focused goals like the four friends in the picture below who had a mission to bring their paralyzed friend before Jesus. These men were focused visionaries fueled with a strong sense of mission. When they couldn’t find a way through the door, they lowered their friend in the room through the roof. Mission pushes the door of possibility open. “If you have no mission, you will live in on mission,” one of my favourite pastors said.

Another example of a strong sense of mission is in the 1961 announcement by President Kennedy for NASA to land a man on the moon. While a sense of purpose is likened to a guiding star within you that is always pushing you forward but never attainable (Philippians 3:13-14), a sense of mission is the specific goal or mountain you are tackling per time. It leads you to the “it is done” of vision (John 19:30). Nehemiah had a call to his people but rebuilding the wall was a mission which he pursued with a strong sense of mission and dogged resilience until he completed it.

Therefore, with a clear VISION, you will have three critical senses activated in you: a healthy sense of self; a sense of purpose, and a strong sense of mission. Abraham’s snd Jesus’ stories give us a good examples.

Awaken the difference maker in you🔥💪

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02/12/2023

Seek to Understand, Then to Be Understood: Embracing Empathy and Wisdom for Lasting Connection

In a nighttime conversation, God asked Solomon what he desired. Instead of requesting wealth, fame, or power to dominate, Solomon sought something rare—a 'understanding heart.'

Wisdom and understanding were King Solomon's obsessions. In another biblical passage, he wrote, "...therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding."

Solomon grasped that understanding his people came at a minimal cost compared to battling them. While many aim to be understood, Solomon prioritized understanding others. He sought to think from 'within' and 'under' his people, showcasing humility at another level.

To fulfill Solomon's pursuit, God not only granted him wisdom and understanding but also bestowed a largeness of heart—an often overlooked quality among leaders. Solomon embodied Wisdom + Understanding + Largeness of Heart, virtues that kept him away from conflict, allowing him to enjoy peace.

If you take away anything from this, remember: "The cost of understanding your partner or mate is minimal compared to fighting. God has gifted us the Spirit of understanding to comprehend our co-creators, His creatures, and His creation.

Therefore, make it your goal to first seek to understand, and then to be understood. As you embrace this principle, 'seek first to understand thyself, and it will be easier to understand others.' Don't forget to ask God for a large heart. While David was known as a man after God’s heart, strive to be known as one with God’s heart.

Shalom!

Happy weekend!
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06/11/2023

29/10/2023

A LECTURE IN LEADERSHIP:

I woke up thinking about the picture of our former republican president below. Why did he sit like that on a chair in a public gathering? What was going through his mind? What burden laid heavily upon his heart? Was what he said when stood up the best for Zambia, his family, legacy, and the leadership question? Who shall be the “go to” leader for the younger politicians? What does it teach me personally in leadership? What’s the big lesson?

This picture is a mixture of politics and leadership. As a student of great leadership, my meditations are skewed towards LEADERSHIP. When you have a student mindset, the whole world becomes your library and your sanctuary. In fact, we learn more by observation than in a classroom.

This is an unfolding lecture in leadership. Listen, observe, and let the conversation within you release leadership wisdom. Don’t find faults, find gaps that you can exploit to level up your own leadership skills.

Peace, unity, and prosperity within the walls of our nation. Amen!

# Think 4E

28/10/2023

It takes very little intelligence to see dirt, bad, and faults in people, but it takes deep insight to see good and value in them.

Using our SQ (Spiritual intelligence) we can look deep within people and see the good in them amidst the faults, and using our EQ (Emotional intelligence) we can empathize with them and find room for them instead of judging or condemning them.

While people used a “lower edition” of their intelligence to judge and condemn Zacchaeus,, Jesus used his SQ and EQ to count Zacchaeus among the sons of Abraham. “The badness of God never changes people forever, it is his goodness that does.” I remember how the films of hell fire scared for a few days before we returned to our old ways. When I found the intensity, width, length, and height of God’s love, I got hooked forever. “I have loved you with an everlasting love,” God said, “Before you loved me, I loved you.”

Therefore, develop a capacity to see good in people, places, things, and yourself.

# 4E ZONE

16/10/2023

You are an Original!

"It is not what you are that is limiting you; it is what you think you are not." Therefore, open your life to new possibilities. experiences and actions.

05/10/2023

HAD IT NOT BEEN….,

Had it not been for my aunt, a teacher in practice and at heart, who rescued me early in life, I could have gone astray. Had it not been for my primary school teachers, who were patient with me , I couldn’t have known how to read and write.

Had it not been for my secondary teachers who worked so hard, I couldn’t have gained entry into university. Had it not been for my wife, a teacher par excellency, I couldn’t have enjoyed much of the progress I have seen. Had it not for my university lecturers, I couldn’t have been a proud university graduate . Above all, had it not been for the Holy Spirit, the master teacher, and his many human agents, I could not have encountered the mental revolution I have experienced. Each day I also see amazing transformations in my children because of the handwork of teachers.

Therefore, with a heart of gratitude, I say, happy teachers’ day to all teachers. Thank you for your sacrifices and faithfulness to your calling. Celebrate!!

05/10/2023

Unlock the Power Within - "The Extraness Within You"

Each one of us comes to this world with an invisible, intangible, and yet so real a power that when we activate it, we can do the unimaginable and unthinkable. It is this power that gives the people we follow and admire that "extraness" in their actions. Please watch the video below and get inspired. You can also watch it on our YouTube channel https://youtu.be/0uNrGzQn1c0

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04/10/2023

𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐞, 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐲: 𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 - Part 1

"It is the glory of God to conceal a matter and the glory of kings to search it out," the wisest king in his time wrote. I add that God doesn't hide things from us; he hides them for us. I have come to discover that through the privilege of naming and renaming people, objects, situations, and places, God has given us the power to shape and reshape destinies.

Welcome to this transformative teaching series. Join us in the 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 as we delve into how you can harness the power of naming and renaming to shape and reshape destiny.

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01/10/2023

Exploit Your Past, Maximize Your Present and Achieve Your Dreams.

Going down memory lane, we extract a mathematical equation that should help to pursue and achieve our aspirations. Enjoy and share.

MasterClass

25/02/2023

More often than not, we blame others for our failures, and lack of progress. We blame our lineage (generational cases & evil altars), our teachers, our bosses, our spouses, politicians, invisible forces, and others. I am Just imagining, how our approach to life could change if we installed this definition of success: "Success is my duty, obligation, and responsibility; No excuses, no one to blame - If it is to be, it is up to me."

18/02/2023

Each one of us has a book titled, "LESSONS LEARNED," which we must constantly update in our own handwriting and voice. God is ever present with us in good and bad times. In good times, he manifests himself in the good things that add to the blessings we count and in bad times he manifests himself in the lessons we learn that give us an edge over such bad times when they repeat themselves in future. Therefore, both good things and the lessons account as blessings to count. This awareness empowers us to give thanks to God in all circumstances. When things go wrong, ask, "What's the lesson here." If you experience adversity ask, "is there an equivalent or great benefit in this?"

One thing that has helped me grow in leadership is keeping a book titled, "Things I will do when I become the boss, and things I will never do when I become the boss." If you experience a great boss on your way up, there are great leadership nuggets to gather, and similarly, when you experience a "bad boss", there are nuggets to note down in your heart and factor into your leadership philosophy. All things happen "FOR YOU" and not "TO YOU," because you are not a victim of circumstances but a creator of circumstances. Always remain in your place of 100% responsibility. Success is your DUTY, OBLIGATION, and RESPONSIBILITY.

Success and failure both leave clues. Therefore, gather lessons and convert them into wisdom for your future actions. If you can pick lessons from your failure, you haven't failed. Pick yourself up and go again in a bigger way. Bring your lessons along to every new endeavour.

Now, "WHAT ARE THE MAJOR LESSONS YOU HAVE LEARN'T IN YOUR VARIOUS LIFE ENCOUNTERS?, IS YOUR BOOK UPDATED?"

01/02/2023

IT SHALL COME TO PASS!

"And then God answered: “Write this. Write what you see. Write it out in big block letters so that it can be read on the run. This vision-message is a witness pointing to what’s coming. It aches for the coming—it can hardly wait! And it doesn’t lie. If it seems slow in coming, wait. It’s on its way. It will come right on time."
- Habakuk 2:3-4MSG

22/01/2023

Someone found a challenge with manual vehicles but instead of fighting that model of cars, he developed a new model: automatic cars. Elon Musk found a challenge with diesel and petrol propelled cars but instead of fighting this model, he built a new model: electric cars. Don't waste time fighting what you don't want or what you are not happy with, create the reality you want.

# creatorshift

14/01/2023

It's amazing how time flies. I did the interview below with Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation (ZNBC) in 2016 and I am happy that I have delivered on some of the commitments I made. For instance, from one book then, Divine Encounter, I have written 5 more books and they are all published on Amazon, a fit that looked far fetched at the time.

Watch the interview on YouTube and please subscribe to my channel (THE 4E ZONE) to watch other uplifting videos. Post your comments and share. Also join our facebook group (The 4E Zone) for a daily dose of inspirstion. Let's move the dot together in 2023.

This an interview I did with ZNBC, our national broadcaster, in 2016 for the man of moment programme