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SAWUBONA – I SEE YOU
Three simple yet powerful words: “I see you.” As leaders, this message is essential to communicate regularly.
In Zulu culture, the greeting “Sawubona” means “I see you,” and the response “Yebo Sawubona” affirms, “Yes, I see you too.” But this phrase is more than just a greeting—it’s a way of life. It signifies deep recognition, connection, and the shared potential between individuals.
As leaders, we can learn from this mindset. People […]
The Glass House
As leaders, we live in a glass house—our teams are always watching. Our actions, priorities, and words shape their perceptions and influence their behavior.
How we spend our time signals what truly matters. Investing it wisely yields the greatest returns. Our words carry weight, but they must align with our actions—credibility depends on consistency.
We are always modeling the way—our values, commitments, and […]
Embracing Change as a Catalyst for Growth
Change is inevitable, but how we approach it defines our success. As leaders, we are not just managers of the present—we are architects of the future. Rather than resisting change, we should see it as an opportunity to strengthen our teams, refine our strategies, and move our organizations forward. After all, we are the change agents of our organizations.
Here are […]
Embracing Change as a Catalyst for Growth
Change is inevitable, but how we approach it defines our success. As leaders, we are not just managers of the present—we are architects of the future. Rather than resisting change, we should see it as an opportunity to strengthen our teams, refine our strategies, and move our organizations forward. After all, we are the change agents of our organizations.
Here are […]
It’s about the people.
As leaders, we know that our most important assets are our people, and their growth is critical to the success of our organizations. I’ve adopted a mantra that guides my approach: “PEOPLE GROWTH = BUSINESS GROWTH, and LACK OF PEOPLE GROWTH = BUSINESS DECAY.”
While we aren’t directly responsible for their growth, we are accountable for creating an environment that fosters […]
Mastering the Fundamentals: The Key to Winning in Business
This principle holds true in sports and business alike. Legendary Green Bay Packers coach Vince Lombardi famously began each preseason by holding up a football and saying, “Gentlemen, this is a football. This is what the game is called. We need to run, block, tackle, pass, and catch better than the other team. Doing so doesn’t guarantee a win, but […]