In the world of career progression, mentors can be either safe harbours or launching pads for our ambitions. This blog explores the crucial choice between a mentor who protects us from every challenge and one who prepares us for the storms and sunshine of our professional journey. We'll discuss why choosing the latter is essential to achieving our full potential. Join us on the journey to finding a mentor who encourages us to thrive, not just survive.

In this blog post, we take a closer look at the ongoing struggle between the heart and the mind in making career decisions. In a world often guided by logic, this post explores the valuable insights that emerge when we listen to the subtle nudges of the heart. We share a personal story that shows the life-changing impact of following one's true inner voice, even if it leads in unexpected directions. This is more than a tale about career choices; it’s about discovering a path that truly resonates with your deepest values and dreams. It’s a story of bravery, exploration, and the surprising rewards that come from daring to let your heart lead the way.

Explore the essence of life beyond the annual cycle in this blog, where we draw inspiration from the African savannah to embrace each day as a unique step in our continuous journey of growth and self-discovery.

Are you looking for ways to transform your professional journey? Well, look no further! In this blog, we're going to dive deep into the incredible power of feedback and attitude and how they can shape your career in the most amazing ways. Get ready to be inspired!

In this blog, I explore the profound impact of altruism through the lens of offering free CV revision services. I recount a recent collaboration with a long-time friend whose CV failed to capture his true essence. After a successful revamp, my friend walked away with a more authentic CV and committed to similarly helping others. I reflect on how the true reward of altruism lies not in immediate gratitude, but in the long-lasting chain of kindness and expertise it creates, urging readers to commit to helping others as a way to enrich both their own lives and the broader community.

Following the overwhelming response to my last blog on the lion and gazelle metaphor, we're diving deeper into two compelling themes that emerged: the multi-faceted nature of success and the critical role of versatility in our lives. In today's blog, we'll explore why success isn't just about the heights we reach but also the depths we conquer and why your initial training is the foundation of a much larger, lifelong learning journey. Read on to discover how these elements are crucial in shaping our paths to success.

In this tale, we explore the diverging paths of Moriba and Bakary, two university friends with different approaches to life's opportunities and challenges. Moriba's journey showcases the pitfalls of relying solely on comfort and immediate gratification, while Bakary's story embodies the enduring rewards of embracing challenges and stepping out of one's comfort zone. This poignant tale serves as a compelling metaphor for our choices, urging us to opt for long-term growth over short-term comfort and to be the sculptors of our destinies.

In the heart of the Central Sahel region, encompassing Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, lies a story often overshadowed by tragedy and despair. Yet, this narrative explores an entirely different angle. Beyond the conflicts and political struggles, a glimmer of hope and a sense of resurgence are found in the emerging Pan-Africanism of the youth. This article invites you to look past the stereotypical headlines and discover an inspiring, unified vision for Africa's future. #SahelRising #PanafricanismEmergent #NewEraForAfrica

In our pursuit of happiness, we often find ourselves engrossed in entitlement, the belief that one inherently deserves certain privileges or rights. It's an attitude that has taken root in our society, leaving us perpetually unsatisfied and yearning for more. However, entitlement closes our eyes to the blessings we possess and the joys that abound in everyday life. But there's an antidote to this pervasive sense of entitlement: gratitude.

This blog explores the crucial interplay of actions and words in professional success. We emphasise the need for individuals to advocate for themselves, sharing their journeys authentically. You'll discover the power that emerges when actions and words unite, enabling individuals to break barriers and showcase their value.

Life is a marvellous adventure, full of moments waiting to be captured like snapshots in a camera. Each moment offers valuable lessons that can shape our perspective and lead us towards personal growth and fulfilment. In this blog, we'll explore how life resembles a camera and discover the profound insights hidden within this analogy.

In pursuing a successful career, we often find ourselves navigating uncharted waters, driven by the desire to make a mark and shine brightly in our chosen fields. Along this journey, we encounter a potent yet often overlooked tool that can elevate our growth to dazzling heights: feedback. Just as a diamond undergoes a metamorphosis from raw to radiant brilliance, our career journey is enriched by the valuable insights shared by those around us.

In a constantly evolving world, I embrace lifelong learning and find immense joy in expanding my horizons and sharing my knowledge with others. Today, I am grateful for the opportunity to impart wisdom to others, to witness their growth and transformation, and to experience the abundant joy that fills my soul in this cycle of learning and giving.

Once upon a time, I inherited a team where negativity was the norm. Most staff spend their time gossiping about management and colleagues. There was a mood of a cemetery in the office. Defiance and mistrust were omnipresent. The challenge ahead was monumental. To overcome it, I used a powerful management weapon that never fails: positivity.

As a child, my mother would often deprive us of food and give it to the neighbour, even if it meant serving us boiled baobab leaves seasoned only with salt and oil. One day I asked her why she was doing that. "The good deed is never lost, son", she replied.

Djenebou is a brilliant young woman and single mother. Initially, she was very engaged in her work, but the flame in her had progressively been extinguished. The reason was the toxic environment in her workplace.

On the verge of exhaustion, she slammed the door on her organisation and resigned with a bang, taking a big leap into the unknown.

A great university degree can get you into the gateway of professional life. However, to have a full and successful career, three other ingredients are needed: (1) being simply human, (2) being multilingual, and (3) being digitally competent.

In the Mali Empire (1235-1670), the Emperor and the Assembly of Elders were the guardians of the Manden Charter, also known as the Kurukan Fuga (or Kouroukan Fouga) Charter. They set themselves a code of conduct based on leadership standards that have survived the test of time.

My colleague Talia and I were talking about photos and videos she took during staff training sessions. The discussion turned into a parallel between employees and snails...

In the humanitarian and development sector, the product of decolonisation is the rebalancing of the power asymmetry between 'aid providers' and 'aid clients'. While I hate the term, I cherish the concept.