Unspoken Truth: Some advisors profit from your confusion, not your success. The Nigerian Financial Illusion We’ve all heard it:“Save 20% of your income.”“Invest early.”“Cut out luxuries.” But here’s the truth, for many Nigerians, that advice is not just unrealistic, it’s…
How some of the most respected people in the room never had the official badge, but everyone follows their lead anyway. The Lie We’ve All Been Told We grow up believing that authority = title. CEO, Manager, Pastor, Chairperson, Supervisor.…
Because sometimes, wealth doesn’t start with a raise, it starts with awareness. When Lerato’s Salary Started Disappearing I met Lerato two years ago during a financial coaching session in Soweto.She worked at a call centre in Braamfontein, earning around R14,000…
Because leadership is not about position, it’s about presence. The Hidden Truth About Power Abroad If you’ve ever worked in a North American office as an African immigrant, you know this story too well. You come in with degrees, experience,…
Unspoken Truth: The system benefits when you stay financially dependent. The South African Money Illusion You’ve heard it before: “Save 10% of your salary.”“Invest early.”“Cut down on luxury.” Sounds easy, until your debit orders clear, Eskom hikes tariffs again, and…
Because power isn’t granted , it’s recognized. The Cold Truth About Warm Smiles When Amina moved from Nairobi to Calgary, she thought hard work was enough.She’d spent years managing projects in Kenya, leading teams, and solving crises. But in Canada?She…
When compassion becomes your biggest weakness in a world that rewards hardness. “You Too Dey Feel Am”, The Culture That Punishes Kindness In Nigeria, we grow up being told: “Be patient.” “Endure.” “Don’t let your good heart change.” But what…
Because leadership isn’t about position, it’s about presence. The Office Truth Nobody Admits Every Nairobi office has that one person. They don’t have “Manager” or “Team Lead” in their job title, but when things go wrong, everyone says: “Ask Brenda.”…
Because sometimes, the wealth you’re chasing is hiding in your routine. When Brian Finally Snapped I still remember the night Brian, a close friend from Nairobi, texted me out of frustration.“Bro, I’m tired. I work hard, but I’m always broke.…
When compassion becomes your prison, and guilt keeps you from setting yourself free. The Hidden Pain of the ‘Strong African Abroad’ You moved abroad for peace, progress, and purpose.But instead, you found yourself carrying everyone’s emotional weight, from 7,000 miles…
