THE ADDVANTAGE SERIES-LAW OF SINGULARITY

THE ADD-VANTAGE series
LAW OF SINGULARITY
No man was created without an advantage.Creation is replete with stories of creatures embedded with an advantage within them.According to the Oxford Advanced Learners Dictionary:’Advantage is a thing or a quality that helps you to be better or more successful than other people.

ADVANTAGE REDEFINED:
-Is the quality that sets you apart from the majority
-The edge you have above your competition
-What sets you apart from the pack
-Its your additional value

For an Oluchi Onweagba its her gorgeous height which has made her an internationally sought after model having worked with great names like John Galliano,Christian Dior,Channel,and Giorgio Armani.

For a Lionel Messi who is one of the world’s best contemporary football players, is his excellent football playing skills winning him several awards at a tender age
For a Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie its her ability to write stories, which has won her the Orange prize for fiction and the common wealth writers prize.

Every individual possesses an advantage kit lying dormant within them waiting to be unwrapped and unveiled.The pathway to maximizing your advantage is to add value to whatever you do, or wherever you find yourself.In the words of Albert Einstein:’Do not be a man of success, be a man of value’.Value is the defining quality that sets the president apart from the pauper, the renowned from the unknown .When you maximize your value, you will become a valuable commodity in life’s marketplace.

LAW OF VALUE

1.LAW OF SINGULARITY
‘A double minded man is unstable in his ways’
The law of singularity is all about narrowing the essence of what you do to one thing.In maximizing your advantage,you have to focus on an aspect that will generate you results.The most important aspect of a brand is singlemindedness.So many talented individuals are struggling and eating life’s crumbs because they have not been able to narrow their value on a single mission.They are jacks of all trade, master of none.You become a master when you gain mastery in a matter.
Nokia once made everything .Then the company narrowed its focus to one product only-Mobile phones .Today Nokia has 35%of the wolrd’s mobile phone market and is the dorminant brand.A generalist cannot be a general in life’s race,its only specialist that become special in their craft.
The mission of Google is to organize the world’s information and make it universally acceptable and useful and this is the law of singularity at work.One single mission-single mindedness

CNN-Focus singularly on news

BRILA FM-Focus singularly on sports broadcast

BUSINESSDAY-Focus singularly on reporting Business news

COMPLETE SPORTS-Focus singularly on reporting sports

Value cannot be added if you refuse to apply the law of singularity to your business and cause.Go and rule your world!

Kehinde Ajose is Nigeria’s foremost Talent Development coach,acclaimed syndicated columnist, and sought after motivational speaker.He helps individuals and corporates to discover and develop their talent solutions in other to create wealth and become global brands.He is availaible for your speaking and coaching services, reachable @08024212530,http:/KehindeAjose.blogspot.com

BUILDING STUDENTS FOR MATHEMATICAL GREATNESS

BUILDING STUDENTS FOR MATHEMATICAL GREATNESS
There is nothing funny about failing mathematics .Especially when it becomes the roadblock to suceeding in the classroom, or when it becomes the missing ingredient in growing a business enterprise.Young,driven, and enterprising are the words that describes Noah Toluleke, the founder of PURPOSE CENTRE-an empowerment outfit dedicated to helping people discover and uncover their Godgiven purpose and potentials, in other to live a life of influence and impact.As an inspirational speaker, Noah has been speaking to secondary school students for over seven years, inspiring them to academic excellence and also teaching them leadership principles that transforms a youth into a person of influence.

Noah is a graduate of Human resource management, a prolific events compeer, and a member of the Alliance of change empowerment speakers of Nigeria(ACES).His book,LOVING MATHS is a motivational book that helps students to conquer the fear of mathematics and become highflying students.While in secondary school, Noah continually failed Mathematics:’I learnt how to suceed after failing mathematics.I changed my mindset from fear to courage, I started associating with highflying students, I became excited about mathematics and fell in love with my Mathematics teacher.These steps accelerated my academic performance from failure to success’

People who excel at Mathematics use better strategies than the rest of us, they don’t necessarily have better brains.Its been said that people equate intelligence with mathematical ability.In other words, if you are able to do lighting calculations in your head, people will think you are intelligent in other areas as well.
The Purpose center organises monthly seminars called MATHS CLINIC geared towards helping students conquer their fear of Mathematics and become Mathematics genius.The purpose center also puts together a quarterly teenagers seminar christened BELIEVE YOUR DREAM SEMINAR.Noah counsels students to adopt the read acronym that serves as his personal formular for academic greatness.
R-Read- E- Enquire A -Associate with successful students D -Diligently do these principles.
Just like the biblical Noah who built the ark,Noah is poised to build a generation for Mathemtical greatness.

PORTRAITS OF POSSIBILITIES

They may not be your regular newsmakers, but these immensely talented young chaps are taking giant strides in the direction of their dreams ,using the lens of their camera to capture a beautiful world. Their dedication, diligence, and drive has led them to turning their passion into profit and making their marks through photography. Their stories will serve as a wake up call for you to raise and be the captain of your life’s ship.

OJAGBAMILA YEMI

Yemi as he is fondly called by his clients , has a glow and a vigour that belies his age.In his 20’s , yemi runs DAWN PHOTOGRAPHY , a photography outfit that helps individuals to put up indelible masterpieces and everlasting memories. Every aspect of wedding photography is his passion , and this is evident in the amount of commitment and creativity he puts into his works. He holds an Ordinary National Diploma (O.N.D)in accounting from Moshood Abiola Polytechnic(MAPOLY).Being an ardent learner, and always on the look out for opportunities to sharpen his craft ,yemi has attended various photography courses from various giants in his industry like Boddy lawson,Albri photos.e.t..c. Indeed for most young Nigerians,the names of Fela durotoye, Ty bello,evokes inspiration and patrotism.Yemi calls these individuals his role models, as a result of their contributions to the society, and in extension, the Nigerian project.Yemi looks back at his early days as a wedding photographer, when he was usually paid a paltry sum of money.But today, he is fast becoming a force to reckon with, becoming an epitome of enterprise.

NDUKA IJEH DAVID

Put simply,Nduka David Ijeh lives in his own world where he entertains no impossibilities.David ventured into photography, when he was in secondary school.He was fascinated and animated by the flash that emanates from the camera, and ever since his romance with photography has blossomed giving birth to his photography outfit called WINDS PHOTOGRAPHY.As a youngster, he envisions creating a photography outfit that will outlive him.True to his philosophy of never ending improvement, David has attended several photography workshops , and also a member of the World Photography Association.He says:’My challenge as been convincing clients of my first class service .As a young entrepreneur,people tend to undervalue and underestimate you,but I prove them wrong by doing beyond their expectation’.He reiterates.He adds that the likes of Don Babbers, Kelechi Amadi Obi, are the individuals he looks up to in the industry.David already has his sights set on making a difference through the tool of photography.The good news is that he is already doing this, one day at a time.

SAMSON OKUNDARE

Looking for one young Nigerian with deep rooted passion for his craft?Then look the way of Samson okundare.Samson,a microbiology student of Lagos state university,was introduced to the world of lens, flashes, and pictures,by his father who is a retired photojournalist with the now defunct POST EXPRESS.His father taught him the tricks of the trade, showed him the ropes,and ever since, he has been gaining momentum .For Samson, the secret of his swift rise has been his insistence on quality.His numerous clients are a testament to his passion for excellence.His skill has seen him taken pictures at various high class events and making him sought after.Like the biblical Samson, he is a youngster whose strength and power lies in creating masterpieces for people to behold.

I certainly think these youngsters stories is worth telling.Besides, a success story has no age limit or bias , as it benefits anyone who aims for the top.These young chaps are examples of the can do spirit of the young Nigerian,becoming portraits of possibilities in a land filled with the news of gloom and hopelessness.You too can find your place, and start making diamonds out of you clay.Go and rule your world.!

BEYOND THE BLINDSPOT

BEYOND THE BLINDSPOT
“When we recognize our self limitations with a clear eye on our potential, we can push ourselves to success”- LARRY COLBERT


As I walked out of the hall where I had been invited to do a motivational presentation, I knew I had witnessed a paradigm shift. He is a young man who ordinarily should have been limited by his handicap- being visually impaired, but he chose to soar above it and converting his adversity to his advantage. After my presentation, the host of the event introduced him as the next speaker. He was being heralded to the podium by a young lady who I later got to know is his sister. He shared his personal story of how he overcame the limitation of being virtually impaired to taking personal responsibility for his life. Amazingly, he is making diamonds out of clay, using his gifts of craftsmanship and creativity to make shoes, slippers, and even writes poetry. Today, he has risen out of the obscurity of blindness to the pinnacle of embracing his life’s meaning.

Just one hour on a crisp fall day Larry Colbert’s life dramatically and significantly changed forever. He was diagnosed with retinitus pigmentosa, degenerative eye disease, and he learned he would soon be blind. But as Larry’s eyesight gradually faded his insight deepened. Today, Larry truly lives a life of vision, both physical and compassionate. As an author/consultant/speaker, he travels extensively encouraging businesses and people to transform their vision into action.

In the journey of life, we will always be besieged with blind spots, challenges, and stumbling blocks that often threatens our drive for success and our momentum for maximum achievement, but in spite of the raging storm, you have to believe in the fact that the sun will shine again. One of the worst occurrences even much more tragic than physical blindness is what I call internal blindness- A state of being blinded by the limitations of life.

HAVING EYESIGHT BUT BEING BLIND TO PROSPERITY
Most individuals have what it takes to be wealthy and be enlisted in Forbes magazine’s list of the richest men in the world, but unfortunately die in squalor and poverty, because they are boxed in the mindset of lack and scarcity. Inspite of the terrible harsh economic realities of our time, some individuals are still making money legitimately in the midst of adversity. You need to bring yourself to a place in your mind where you can accept and encourage the thoughts of wealth creation.

HAVING EYESIGHT BUT BEING BLIND TO POSSIBILITIES.
The cemetery holds the treasure that people never served to humanity, because they never dared to maximize the possibilities of turning their lives around. In the words of Jean Le Fontain: “Man is so made that when anything fires his soul, impossibilities vanish”

HAVING EYESIGHT BUT BEING BLIND TO OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities are openings that lead to the path of greatness and grant strides. Opportunities are life’s block with which destines are built. I recalled how I maximized the opportunity to write for a publication which has led to countless media interviews and making my personal brand stronger.

If you think being blind is a handicap ask Cobhams Asuquo if you think being without hands is an handicap ask John Foppe, if you think not being able to walk is an handicap ask Yinka Ayefele. These folks have risen above their personal handicaps, becoming portraits of possibilities to others. The legendary Cobhams Asuquo a music producer extraordinaire once said: “Get up and go, whatever you are thinking of doing , do it. If it is within reason and doesn’t harm anyone. To be a pioneer, you need to first take the baby steps”. Live the dream, live beyond your limitations, live above your excuses and embrace the life of unlimited possibilities.

LENS ON TALENT

MOGULS IN THE MAKING….Young Nigerians making a difference in the media



Sometimes Nigeria can confound and frustrate you.Pessimism is in the air , coupled with the general display of apathy and disappointment in the prospect of birthing a workable Nigeria.But in the midst of the gloom and dashed hopes, some young Nigerians are channeling their energies , creativity and talents, in the right direction, refusing to make excuses and becoming the megaphone that preaches the gospel of possibilities. They are a crop who does not know the word ‘Impossible’ maximizing the twin tool of the pen and the microphone to express their expertise, and becoming a voice of change ..These guys give us faith that the land is indeed green.



ISAAC OLADIPUPO

He is a vastly experienced media consultant t, inspirational speaker, and celebrated writer passionate about a transformed and ignorance free world. A product(final year undergraduate) of Project Management Technology of Lagos State University, and member of The Nigeria Institute of Public Relations.Isaac is the initiator of the critically acclaimed GLOBAL CHANGE FORUM, which has been held in UNILAG and LASU, Author of the bestselling book SUCCESSPOWER.He is currently the editorial executive and writer of the widely read inspiration column in Genevieve magazine,and a freelance writer to a number of publications.



ODUBOTE MODUPE MARIAN

Her romance with the media started when she was in the secondary school.Her school, went on an excursion to the renowned Rhythm 93.7, where she met the inimitable I.K, who gave her the privilege to speak live for the first time on air.She became fascinated by the fact that you can express your thoughts in an instant , and reach out to a whole lot of people just by the power of the mic.Currently a 300level student of the creative arts department of University of Lagos,duprina as she is fondly called by her friends, is an on air personality, who co –presents ON STAGE-An entertainment/lifestyle programme on Unilag FM,a theatre practitioner, events compeer , and the vice president of THE THINKERS DRAMMMA GROUP-A gathering of youngsters who make their mark through drama, dance, and music.Her sights is set on being a change agent in the media and she is fast living that dream one step at a time.



OLUWATOSIN AJIBADE

Put simply Tosin lives in her own world where she entertains no limitations. Still in her mid 20’s Tosin is fast becoming one of the nation’s emerging publicists.Known as Olori Tosin Super gal on Facebook, Twitter, Linked in, and other social networks. As the CEO of ONPOINT MEDIA,-A public relations/events management outfit,she uses social media to drive publicrelations/media campaigns for organizations and individuals.Tosin a graduate of Lagos State University who studied accounting, has been able to work with Gbenga Adeyinka, Wave magazine, Seun oloketuyi, Rubies ink, e.t.c.She says: ‘Hold on to your dreams, and be consistent in its pursuit, don’t’ back down. She maintains a personal blog –www.olorisupergal.blogspot.com, where she writes on the latest news, events, and trends in the entertainment industry.

AKEEM MOBOLAJI PEDRO

Pedro is a FRCN trained broadcaster, events compeer, radio personality and a graduate of Linguistics, UNIJOS 2009.As a student,he compeered a lot of high class events and gained the reputation of becoming the most sought after event compeer in his campus. He presently presents an entertainment programme Beat by Beat on High land Fm 101.5 based in Jos, aside that, he is also working on his own outfit aptly called E-more-Entertainment and more. Pedro is a rare mix of intellect, enthusiasm, and wit.He is always reinventing himself and becoming better on his craft. He is fun to listen to, and always wowing his numerous listeners.His work ethic and exceptional humilty has sustained this incredible talent.



These young Nigerians are not one in a million, but one from a million. In every corner of Nigeria are youngsters who are starting their own causes, initiatives, pursuing their dreams and making their mark in the sands of time. These folks are a proof that you can pursue your passion in Nigeria , and also earn a living from it.Though it may be a mean feat initially , but with persistence, enterprise, and doggedness you can be the new definition of success. I will read your success story.



Kehinde Ajose is Nigeria ’s renowned Talent development coach, syndicated columnist, and Motivational speaker.

CREATE YOUR OWN EMPIRE

CREATE YOUR OWN EMPIRE
The Roman Empire continues to profoundly influence world history. But few have ever explored how Rome marketed itself to greatness. It wasn,t all about blood and guts, gladiators and chariots, togas and swords.It was predicated on the strategy/roadmap harnessed to birth the Roman Empire everybody talks about today. You too can create your own empire, and become the emperor or empress in it. Creating your own empire is a clarion call to those who are tired of living the usual kind of life, for individuals who are tired of running the rat race and want to set the pace in their own space. Create your own empire stop living off the buying and selling of others .So what does it takes to create your own empire? so that you can become the captain of your own ship and the one who makes positive change happen.

1. CREATE BY A VISION
Jackie Chan the renowned actor, martial arts stunts master, and entrepreneur , never had a wholesome educational background.’ I never learned to read or write. These are things I thought myself over the years’. The education he got came at a martial arts academy , which of course opened a path to film stardom.Inspite of his limited educational background he rose to become the highest paid actor in China in the 70’s and later enlarged the vision becoming one of the most sought after actors in the world. He was sold out to his life’s vision. In the words of Stephen .S Wise:’Vision looks inward and becomes duty, vision looks outward and becomes aspiration, vision looks upward and becomes faith.’

2.CREATE BY IDEAS
You owe this world a brainchild.Every achiever contributes their brainchild to the universe which in turn creates their breakthrough. Think Of Bellanaija brainchild of Uche Eze, Chocolatecity, brainchild of Audu Maikori, Moments with Mo, brainchild of Mo Abudu, Eko dialogue,brainchild of Joy Isi Bewaji.Your true value is tied to the brainchild you birth in the labour room of ideas. Inventions have evolved, revolutions have sprung forth, lives have been changed by the power of ideas. Never underestimate the power of your ideas, it may be the key to the empire you have been longing to build.

3.CREATE BY A STRATEGY
Strategy, a word of military origin refers to a plan of action to achieve a particular goal.Many are on the verge of creating their own empire, but lack a strategy.Nobody wins the battle of life without a strategy.Today, the name J.K Rowlings is widely known in many parts of the world for creating HARRYPOTTER SERIES.Becoming the world’s most successful author isn’t an accident , it’s a function of a strategy. Harry Potter and the Goblet, the fourth in the series broke sales records both in the US and in the U.K when it was released in 2000, selling three million copies in the first 48hours in the U.S.Now that’s strategy in action. What’s your own strategy?

4.CREATE BY HARDWORK
I woke up around 4am in the morning to write the article you are reading.It wasn,t convenient for me, but I decided to pay the price.Success doesn’t just happen , it is put in motion by the virtue of hardwork.In the words of John H.Johnson:’Long shots do come in, hardwork, dedication, perseverance,will overcome any prejudice, and open any door.’Never give excuses for your own laziness and indolence , dare to embrace the principle of hardwork.
Nobody says it will be a smooth ride to the top.You are going to encounter a whole lot of resistance on your journey to success and significance.It is your resolve to make a masterpiece out of your life, that will make the big difference.Stop living in other people’s empire, its time to create yours.Its time to write that bestselling book, its time to start that album project, its time to register that business, its time to be the captain of your own empire.Show the world,what the master deposited in you at creation.The creator created the creatures so that the creatures can become creators. I will read your success story.

Kehinde Ajose is Nigeria’s foremost Talent Development coach, Renowned motivational speaker, Acclaimed syndicated columnist, who helps individuals to discover and develop their talent solutions so as to create wealth and become global brands.To book him for your next event pls call :08024212530/splendidkenny01@yahoo.com,www.kehindeajose.blogspot.com

THE PATHWAY TO PEAK PERFORMANCE IN 2011 SERIES 2

THE PATHWAY TO PEAK PERFORMANCE IN 2011 SERIES 2

Without any shadow of unbelief, ours is a jet age. You can travel around the globe while lying on your bed with the click of a computer mouse. With the swirling speed of technological inventions and innovations, it has become increasingly clear that productivity has taken over from mediocrity. You know what am talking about…don’t you? Yes it’s a new year…chronologically for some individuals its an old year that has just changed date. For them, the only thing that has changed is the calendar, nothing else!They are still hugging their negative habits like a teddy bear, holding on to the barricade of limitations that has become a wall to their aspirations. Each of the 365 days of this year, unveils to you another opportunity to change the story line of your life. I will be sharing with you what it takes to be a peak performer in 2011, from the word P.E.A.K.I continue from where we stopped last week. Letter E stands for –

EXCELLENCE
I have met individuals who are desirous of success, but don’t want to commit to excellence.W.STEVE BROWN got it right when he said: ‘The difference between the successful and the unsuccessful is simple. The successful person has developed the habit of doing things unsuccessful people do not’. If you are an entrepreneur, don’t just start that business because you need money to pay your bills, go into the business because you want to offer excellent service. Be willing to do things that will ‘wow’ those around you. Autograph your work with excellence.

EXPRESS YOUR EXPERTISE
Success is a result of what sociologists call accumulative advantage.Its those successful experts who are most likely to be given the kind of special opportunities that leads to further success. That is the reason why the likes of Dbanj , Tuface, Psquare, keeps getting endorsement deals.Its the folks who create the platforms to express their expertise, who gets noticed when their services are needed. What’s the essence of your talent, skill, product,expertise,if nobody knows it exists. Always allow that light of yours to shine for the world to see.

EXTRAMILE
In the words of Napoleon Hill:’ The man who does more than he is paid for, will soon be paid for more than he does’.In our world, its comfortable to comform,to play the game the way it has always been played.But you’ve got to be different .Its the private hours you are willing to put into your chosen craft that determines your public victory. The Beatles before becoming an international sensation didn’t know how to play music instruments .They went the extra mile by dedicating 10,000 hours of practice playing long gigs.Bill Gates acquired 10,000 hours of programming experience by the time he was 19,before any other teen on the planet had started programming.

EXCUSE YOUR EXCUSES
Like moths flutter around a candle flame, and ants swarm around granules of sugar, excuses are part of what clings on you when you are on a mission, burning with a vision, the sting of excuses tempts you to throw in the towel in the face of persecution.The most unpleasant guest you could ever entertain is an excuse.The worst thing ever invented is an excuse.
Henry Ford was the son of a potato farmer
Shakespeare was the son of a wood staple
Andrew Carnegie was the son of a weaver
So what’s your excuse?

EXECUTION
We are often bombarded with a plurality of reasons to remain where we are. If you desire to win in 2011 , you ,ve got to be willing to embrace the virtue of execution. Its not enough to have a fantastic business idea, beautifully crafted movie script, very persuasive proposal, what turns the idea from a mere fantasy to a reality is simply execution. Don’t just dream it, dare to do it.

Kehinde Ajose is Nigeria’s foremost talent development coach,motivational speaker, publisher M .O .V.E ACHIEVERS COMPEDIUM, and a syndicated columnist.To invite him for your next please call 08024212530 /splendidkenny01@yahoo.com

THE PATHWAY TO PEAK PERFORMANCE IN 2011 series 1

Welcome to a brand new year .No matter what has transpired in the previous year , you are still here , moving and breathing.Stop mourning over unmet goals and over unreached targets-the money you didn’t manage to save, the business you didn’t start, the course you failed. The new year is a gift, unveiling to you fresh opportunities, new possibilities, untapped potentials to birth a new you. You cannot discover new oceans until you are willing to lose sight of the shore. I know you are tired of the statusquo and desire to create a masterpiece from your life in 2011.This won’t emerge from the blues, its going to be a function of committing yourself to living a life of peak performance. Let’s consider the first letter in the word P.E.A.K which will serve as a roadmap to on our journey to release our imprisoned splendor.

1. Project into the future
Projecting into the future is about creating a vision for your life. Vision means the ability to capture the picture of the future in the present. It is the ability to invent what has not existed before. Vision gives us the opportunity to live out our imagination instead of our memory. A man by the name Robert Woodruff was the president of Coca cola during world war 2.He made a powerful pronouncement ,”I see a vision that where ever American soldiers are five years from now, they will be able to buy a bottle of Coca-Cola for five cents, “They made it. Then he expanded the vision and said: ‘I see people all over the world being able to drink Cocacola’.That was how Coca cola expanded because one man dared to project into the future, without being discouraged by the perils of the present.

2. Paradigm Shift
A paradigm shift is a radical change in thinking from an accepted point of view to a new one.Suceeding in 2011 begins with you changing your mindset from limiting beliefs to empowering beliefs. If you allow your negative mindset to blind you from the possibilities of succeeding In Nigeria, it’s up to you. Remember, it’s your mindset that determines your lifeset.Can you see a prince in the pauper, gold in the ghetto, diamond in the desert, a king in a kid? In the words of Mike Todd:”I’ve never been poor, only broke. Being poor is a frame of mind, being broke is temporary
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3. Problem solving
Everything God created is a solution to a problem. Doctors solve health related problems ,lawyers solve legal problems, educationists solve the problems of ignorance. Your value only increases in proportion to the quality of problems you solve, and how competent you are at solving them. The richest guys in the Forbes list are the individuals who have gained mastery in problem solving. According to Denis Waitley:’Don’t dwell on what went wrong, instead focus on what to do next. Spend your energies on moving forward toward finding the answer’.

4. People
In the words of Stanley E.Allyn:’The most useful person in the world today is the man or woman who knows how to get along with people. People can trace their success or failures to the relationships in their lives. I was being interviewed for a TV talk show sometime last year, and in the process, the producer of the show needed another Human empowerment coach to present another segment on the show. Immediately, I recommended my professional colleague who accompanied me to the studio, which gave him the rare opportunity to produce the segment on national television. This happened because he connected with me. People can be the wind beneath our wings or the anchor on our boat. Would others say you lift them up or take them down?


5. Pursuit
Abraham Maslow once said:’ A musician must make music, an artist must paint, a poet must write, if he is to be ultimately at peace with himself.W hat one can be, one must be. ‘Nothing happens until somebody or something makes it happen. Your goals, aspirations, dreams, won’t come to fruition until you are willing to walk the talk and engage the force of pursuit in the actualization of your dreams. In this part of the world, its really difficult to pursue your passion because there are a lot of forces fighting you. P.H.C.N is fighting you by not supplying power supply, the economy is not friendly to your aspirations, and the absence of funds is giving your goals a hard punch. But you’ve got to fight back. Yes! You cannot afford to surrender your life to the adverse challenges of our national life. You need to take those steps that will eventually birth the new you that you deserve. Welcome to a new chapter in the story of your life.Go and rule your world!


Kehinde Ajose is Nigeria’s foremost Talent Development coach, Motivational speaker, Syndicated columnist and publisher M.O.V.E ACHIEVERS COMPEDIUM.He is available to speak at your next event.Please call 08024212530/splendidkenny01@yahoo.com/www.kehindeajose.blogspot.com

BE THE STAR IN YOUR OWN MOVIE

BE THE STAR IN YOUR OWN MOVIE



‘You are your own star in your own movie. You write the script of your life. You are the actor in your own life, so start living it to the fullest and in the best way possible for the way you want your own movie to turn out!’

-NICOLE LANNING



Being the star of your own movie is about intentionally changing the story of your life.Since the drama of life is already a fashioned agenda,,it is critical to be the author of your life’s action movie. Therefore the question is not whether we will die but how we will live. Irrespective of whatever life has thrown at you, you can still stand tall and begin to live the life of your dreams. You can have a better story to tell.



WHAT ROLE ARE YOU GOING TO PLAY?



You play the starring role in your own movie. But you are more than actors playing somebody else’s script. In this case , you are the author of your own life’s story. You have to live up to your responsibility as the lead actor and start taking initiative towards turning your life into a masterpiece. Nobody is going to play the role for you. You can either be a ‘Wakapass’(A minor character) or a superstar in your own super story. Stop allowing others to play your super star role for you. You are the one who will dictate the pace of your life, in conjunction with the executive producer(God almighty) who controls the affairs and the king over our lives.Is your movie going to be a blockbuster or another bitter tale?



CHANGE THE STORY LINE



The greatest influence on our lives stems from defining moments from our past. However the story of your life may have been, its up to you to change the storyline. Your story may be tragic and nothing to write about like:’I am born into a poor family’,I am limited by the shortcomings of my parents’, I have no money to pursue my dreams’.Inspite of these bitter tales, you can decide to be either the protagonist or the antagonist of the story of your life. You have power over how the story ends.



FLASHBACK?



It’s a sudden clear memory of something that happened in your past that is so real that you feel you are living through the experience again. Never drag your past into your future.All of us have a story, many of the chapters have already been written by events of the past. But your past can either be a place of residence or a place of reference, depending on your perspective..The past can make you reshape your life’s clay or it can be the canvass on which you paint your future.



WHO IS GOING TO BE IN YOUR CAST?



In this movie, your casts are the individuals who will play the different part of your life’s movie. Its up to you to feature the best hands who will lead you to your desired end, than to feature amateurs who will mar the movie called your life. The company you keep determines how far you go in life. There are individuals who are assets to your life, listen to their counsel, on the flipside, some folks are liabilities providing wrong counsel, and they are toxic to your dreams…. You need to write them out of your movie. You should never allow a pauper play the role of a prince in your movie.



LOCATION!LOCATION!! LOCATION!!!



Your location is the environment that supports your dream and aspirations. Its the soil that makes your seed germinate, it’s the sky that makes the bird fly, it’s the water that makes the fish swim. Its not every location that is suitable for your life’s movie. In real estates location is everything. Abraham had to leave his father’s house before he could take giant strides in his life. Your location determines your visibility, your location determines your profitability, your location determines your opportunity. Make sure your location makes you seen heard, and noticed.



CAMERA!LIGHTS! ACTION!



A movie without actions cannot become a blockbuster.Imagine, being on a movie production set,the director refused to yell :’Action’!the actors refuse to get into character,tapes refuse to roll,lights refuse to be switched on,the movie will turn out a disaster.You are the only one who will appear in every scene of your life.Its up to you to start taking steps that will make your life a masterpiece.Stop procrastinating, start doing.!This reminds me of M.i’s lyrics in his sophomore album:



‘You are the one that will change the dramma you are going through

You are the change, you are the hope, you are the miracle

You are the strength you need in times unbearable

We can seize the moment

And only be the proponent’



Stop watching other people’s movie, be the star in your own movie!



Kehinde Ajose is a Renowned motivational speaker, Talent development coach, Syndicated columnist,Publisher MOVE ACHIEVERS COMPEDIUM.Kenny is available to speak at your next event.He is reachable @ splendidkenny01@yahoo.com/08024212530/kehindeajose.blogspot.com



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TALENT

TALENT



(Inspirational musings for the soul)



Dedicated to the young Nigerian who have dared to pursue their true talents inspite of the odds. You rock!







It’s the treasure in you crying for expression



It’s the light in you, begging for illumination



It’s the book in you that must be read



It’s the voce in you that must be heard



It can make the pauper become the hero



It can make the pauper become a very important fellow







You are the king in me that is meant for the throne



You are the dream in my heart pushing me to be a man of my own



You re the mustard seed in me that will grow into a tree



You are the angel that sets me free



You are the door that leads me to possibilities



You turn my inner yearnings into realities







I am the song you must sing



I am the jingle that makes the your bell ring



I am your blockbuster movie, your bestselling novel



I pack your life’s struggles like the shovel



I am the window of opportunities the road to greatness



I am your light that shines in darkness



I am the product of God’s brainstorm



I am the stage play you should perform











They ve given you different names, some call you potential



Your value is more than any credential



They call you simply divine



Your root stems from the vine



They say you are the music that puts food on the table



Your genotype’s configuration makes me capable



They call you natural endownments, his free gift



Your wing gives my life a lift and my mind a paradigm shift







Kehinde Ajose-Motivational speaker, Writer, Talent development coach, syndicated columnist.Splendidkenny01@yahoo.com

………AND THE ANGELS CAME TO THE NEWSROOM

………AND THE ANGELS CAME TO THE NEWSROOM

The sound of the speakers buzzing with gospel tunes leaves you wondering if you were in the wrong place,if you had not seen the white banner cleverly hung on the wine coloured wall of the Vanguard Newspaper entrance with these words boldly written:’VANGUARD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP HOSTS PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE.THEME:THE STORM IS OVER.A few days before the event, held on Tuesday 29th of November 2010,I was approached by one of my,’senior’ female friends to be available at the event to play the bassguitar.I was elated, as I figured out this will give me the rare opportunity to have a close encounter with the renowned General overseer of RCCG.A day before the event, Monday to be precise,I was in the valley of indecision, regarding the outfit I will put on, that will best suit the purpose of the event, and also make me stand out. Suddenly, my eureka moment came…..i decided to pick my treasured shining black suit, which I only wear when I have very important outings to attend. As the hours drew closer,and minutes became seconds,P.H.C.N refused to perform the miracle of restoring the power supply, so I found myself carefully using the stove iron to smoothen the rough edges of my treasured suit.

Fast forward to the day of the event….as we stepped into the venue of the event,I was marveled at how the media house’s compound had been tastefully and excellently decorated….imagine a compound housing newsrooms being transformed into a haven of divine visitation. Unexpectedly, the programme started quite late due to logistics issues like the testing of the musical equipments, late arrivals of the invited guests.e.t.c.After immersing myself in the ritual of sound check and tuning the bassguitar, I waited for the other instrumentalists present to have their fair turns of observing the soundcheck and making every necessary amendment in order to produce excellent sounds when the event eventually kicks off. My initial excitement melted, when I started feeling the bitter pangs of hunger, since I wasn’t able to have my my breakfast before I left home that morning.Hence,I and my fellow instrumentalists had to find a place where we bought soft drinks and biscuits, which helped simmer down the pangs of hunger.



THE ARRIVAL:

The guests came in from far and wide.There were editors, reporters, families, and friends of Vanguard media, columnists, all coming into the venue of the event like devoted members of a congregation.Expectedly,ministers and members of the RCCG came in en masse to add colur to the event. The event kicked off with serenading praise and worship songs led by the praise team, which literally changed the atmosphere,as our hearts were one with heaven, you could feel the presence of the angels riveting in the pure worship.



..AND THE WORD BECAME FLESH

Vanguard newspaper didn’t spare any thing in publicizing the event.As they splashed the adverts in their paper announcing the event.But inspite of the buzz worthy hype preceding the event, members of staff of Vanguard still had their doubts that the renowned pastor will honor their invitation as he is known to have a busy evangelistic itinerary. The most explosive part of the event was when the G.O arrived. He was warmly and delightfully received amidst the ongoing praise song, sung to welcome him.As I passionately strummed the string of the bass guitar, I saw the twinkle in the eyes of the people, as the cameras clinked , and the individuals who have not been privileged to have a close encounter with the man of God, jostled to get a glimpse of him.He was clad in a milk colored French suit with a bow tie to match. He immediately delved into the message after his salutation. A lady sitting close to me was prompt in saying’: Our G.O doesn’t waste time’ and in my mind I said to my self: ‘I hope so’

With the pressures of living in a cosmopolitan city like ours, I could see the people beaming with hope after the delivery of the message. It was as if a courier had dispatched envelopes containing millions of naira to everybody. As I unplugged my guitar, putting in back inside the bag, I concluded that with the excitement on the faces of the individuals who attended the programmme, definitely hopes has been dispatched into their lives, as we all left armed with the courage to confront our lives storms.

NIGERIA:LONG WALK TO TRANSFORMATION

NIGERIA: LONG WALK TO TRANSFORMATION

At the dawn of Nigeria’s golden jubilee independence day celebration, I woke with a rather patriotic zeal .I grabbed my phone and observered my daily ritual of facebooking.To my dismay, I read different status updates falling in between optimism and pessimism. Some young Nigerians chose to see Nigeria as a glass cup that is half full, while others viewed Nigeria as glass cup that is half empty. On the flip side, some other individuals are of the opinion that there is nothing to celebrate, rather we need to lament our failure as a nation after five decades of nationhood. Prior to October 1st 1960, a crop of people fought through lumps of sweat and blood to birth our nation’s independence. Some of these national heroes and ‘Sheroes’ sacrificed their lives on the altar of selflessness, believing nothing was too big to usher in our country’s liberation. They jubilated at the declaration of independence , beaming with high hopes, and dreaming of a green land full of possibilities and started a walk.Yes!a walk to transformation. They left the waiting room of colonialism, and embarked on a journey towards building a new nation.

Today, all you need to do, is to fast-forward to the present day Nigeria. A country devoid of navigational and inspiring leadership , where regular power supply is a big deal, unemployment rate growing in leaps and bounds, where national security is elusive , a nation where the citizens are their own local government. Beyond all these tragic flaws, I believe the next 50 years can be full of major milestones to record in our history books, and things to smile about. It can only happen, if we are willing to tread the path of least resistance , and rewrite our national script. How long will it take for Nigeria to be totally transformed?i guess it doesn’t take forever, if we leave this sidelines of apathy, and become active players in Nigeria’s evolving transformation. What will the coming generation say about you? if you refuse to contribute your own quota to the development of our nation.’But I cannot do anything, I am not even a politician’, to that I say you can effect your own change by being a good citizen of this country.In the words of Tolu Ogunlesi, a Journalist/literary critic:’This is a country whose biggest trade is not in oil, or in scam letters, but in hope, a land whose true currency is not the Naira, but optimism, one whose biggest industry is the one that recycles resilence.’Inspite of our perilious realities and challenges, we still choose to rise.

Its time to jump off the couch of ‘siddon look’ .We need to go beyond discussing national issues in beer parlours, updating our status on networking sites, to charting a new course .Its stale news, Yes! The government has failed us, but we cannot afford to fail ourselves, we must give ourselves a pass mark. Thank God a lot of individuals are looking beyond Aso rock for the change we desire , and have kicked off their own national transformation campaigns /projects, which is in harmony with their passions and inner yearnings.You deserve a new Nigeria, a new national psyche predicated on working towards the emergence of a great nation. Heed to the clarion call.Nigeria can be great again, it begins with you!

Kehinde Ajose is a Talent development coach, Motivational speaker, syndicated columnist/writer.He helps individuals to discover and develop their talent solutions , so as to create wealth, and become global brands.To book him to speak at your next event, pls cal 08024212530/splendidkenny01@yahoo.com

THE SECRET OF MOVING FROM UNKNOWN TO RENOWNED

THE SECRET OF MOVING FROM UNKNOWN TO RENOWNED

‘If you deliberately set out to be less than you are capable of, you will be unhappy for the rest of your life’-Abraham Maslow

You’ve heard their names:

-Omawunmi Megbele –Law student turned songstress turned celebrity

-Ayo Arowolo-Journalist turned personal finance expert turned celebrity

-Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie-Literature buff turned author turned celebrity

The list of ordinary folks who became extraordinary and renowned is endless.Here is an important point….You too can join the list of unknown individuals who have strutted the limelight and gained recognition as a result of unearthing their Godgiven talents and abilities.Stay with me, as we embark on a journey that has the capacity to change your life and fasttrack you into a life of success and significance.Being renowned is about putting yourself in the spotlight, walking to the centrestage and becoming you own megaphone.In the past, you could be obscure yet secured, in today's world , you cannot bank on that because, people will only buy into you when you’ve gained name recognition, which is a function of being an expert in your field.I have coached countless individuals who are amazingly talented and they often ask me:’Kenny, I am gifted but unknown, people don,t give me jobs, I don,t have clients and I am getting frustrated’.If you are in their shoes, you’ve just landed a road map that will instruct and inspire you on your success journey.

When I use the word RENOWNED think of somebody different from the megastars, tabloid seekers.Our renowned personality is someone trying to gain recognition for all the right reasons and is eager to help others live a better life and become a solution provider in a chosen field.Now, let’s get started

PILLAR 1

DECIDE TO BE RENOWNED

To become renowned, you,ve got to decide to be renowned.Trust me, it won't come on a platter of gold.It requires time and effort.Deciding to be renowned will require an atitude shift i.e :a new way of seeing and talking to yourself.You've got to see yourself as a megastar, a celebrity, an expert who has a unique offering for the universe.If you ask most renowned pop stars, authors, talkshow hosts, lawyers, e.t.c.they will tell you:’I have always known I will be renowned and be making a difference in the lives of people’

PILLAR 2

DISCOVER YOUR COMFORT ZONE

Everything God created has a comfort zone.
Birds fly in the sky
Cars function on land
Fishes swim on water
Your comfort zone is a combination of your gifts, talents, and strengths.What gives you pleasure, an activity you are comfortable doing.Find your comfort zone, refine it to marketable skills and deliver it to your world.

PILLAR 3

TURN YOUR TALENT INTO A SKILL

Talent is a natural ability, God gives talent.Skill is the refined talent.Its therefore your responsibility to convert your talent into a skill.In the words of Fela Durotoye:’Talent is innate and inborn , skill is diligent, disciplined and developed talent’

PILLAR 4

Follow.One. Course. Until.Successfull(F.O.C.U.S)
Watch small children playing and what do you see?They move quickly from one toy to another, from one activity to another.They spend tremendous energy but get little done.They lack focus.What do you want to be known for?Your answer to this question is an indication of what you should focus on.You can only be renowned for one thing.

PILLAR 5

GET THE WORD OUT
What ‘s the use of being a solution when people don,t know what you offer.A terrible thing happens without publicity….NOTHING.Don’t be the single grain of sand in the beach, be the beach umbrella, bright, high and extremely visible.Chudi Onyemeri a Business Freedom coach once made this statement:’Its not your talent that sells you, its marketing that sells your talent.’

PILLAR 6
GIVE IT FOR FREE(AT FIRST)
What can you do for free and still earn a fee?In the early days of your business pursuit, you should be willing to offer your services, product, expertise, for free.Most of the world renowned successful people have gone through a period when the value they offered were not immediately rewarded with money.

-Zig Ziglar ‘s first 3,000 motivational speeches were given for free
-Anthony Robbins in the first six months as a motivational speaker, gave his speeches for free and had an average of fIve speaking engagements everyday.
-I have written more than 200 articles and they were all written for free in my early days as a syndicated columnist.
PILLAR 7

CATCH THE WRITING FEVER
You’ve got to become an advocate of your message by using writng as a medium.Find a platform, (either a publication or you can even author a book) which gives you room to preach your message and express your expertise.I know a caterer who wrote a book on cakemaking and since then her business has witnessed mega growth .Writing gives you credibility and gives you the opportunity to display your depth of knowledge.

Finally, you’ve got to learn how to sell.We are all in the selling business.You sell the reasons why you deserve a promotion to your boss and he/she buys into it…that’s selling in action.Authors sell books, movie stars sell tickets and their movies, singers sell CDs, Sport figures sell sports soft drinks, CEOS sells their products,professionals sell their service.Master the selling game.

When you adhere to this time tested pillars you will definitely rise out of obscurity to popularity in your chosen field.Nigeria needs more personal brands lke you, who can make a difference and build the country into a desirable nation….Will you join us?

Kehinde Ajose is known as Nigeria’s foremost Talent Development coach, Author,Renowned Syndicated columnist, wo helps people to discover and develop their talent solutions into wealthcreation, so that they can rise to become global brands.He is the Publisher of M.O.V.E. ACHIEVERS COMPEDIUM, and also a sought after seminar facilitator reachable @ ajosekehinde @gmail.com/splendidkenny01@yahoo.com .http://www.kehindeajose.blogspot.com/

CROWD MENTALITY
‘Imitation is suicide’ -RALPH WALDO EMERSON
I got the inspiration to write this piece while listening to M.I’s crowd mentality song. For me, the lyrics of this well crafted rap epitomize the danger of walking in somebody else’s path. The legendary Fela kuti calls this:’Follow, follow’. In today’s world, I see this mob mindset being displayed everywhere. From Music, to Fashion, from politics to the Sporting arena, you find individuals who have no business doing what they do,they will rather fit somewhere else.Don’t be afraid of walking your own path , don’t just follow the multitudes because they seem to be doing what is right. Find your own rhythm and pace in life’s journey.
Recently I was having a coaching session with my OAP (On air personality) friend, I counseled her to develop her unique signature style which will make her different from any other radio presenter people have ever listened to. In branding, differentiation is everything. You are either distinct or you go extinct. When you are different, you are remembered. Its been said that heroes walk alone. They stand out from the crowd and stay outside the security of the pack. They walk their own paths, sing their own song, write their own stories, and dance to their own drumbeats. In the words of John Maxwell he said:’ He who follows the crowd will never be followed by a crowd’.Your originality is your greatest asset.Radio broadcast in Nigeria is replete with different radio stations who have been able to carve a niche for themselves.For instance WAZOBIA FM is different from an INSPIRATION FM.These stations have carved out a niche for themselves which is the reason why people keep listening to them. Quit trying to be everything to everybody. You are not designed to live someone else’s life .Live your own life and be all you were meant to be.Learn to be comfortable in your own skin.
I.K Osakioduwa a renowned radio presenter puts it this way:’The worst thing in life today is trying to fit into someone else’s shoes.Someone else’s shoes are designed for him.His feet are different from yours.’The starting point of quitting the mob mentality lies in self discovery.Ask yourself:’Am I wired for what I am presently doing? According to Charles Swindoll:’God wanted you to be you,don,t dare change because you are outnumbered’.Take a critical look at topnotch salesmen,muisicians, outstanding sportsmen,musicians, and brilliant inventors.These people are doing what they can do best.That is why they are right there at the top of their game. Don’t try to make yourself into something you have no inborn talents for, if you do you will be running through life travelling third class when you could have gone first class. Companies understand this, that is why they have a unique selling proposition.Be you,be comfortable in your own skin. I am concluding this piece by quoting part of M.I crowd mentality rap:

’If you don,t have a mind of your own Don,t be disappointed, this is fine be a clone .Listen to me rhyme Am done trying to be mine all alone .There are people walking around like zombies And its so strange How people are afraid of change .Afraid of what will happen if we re arrange .So most black people are just doing What the crowd is doing ,doing what the system says we are allowed to .So break free from the crowd mentality And then we can start to build a new reality.

Kehinde Ajose is a sought after motivational,Renowned syndicated columnist and acclaimed Talent development coach reachable @ 08024212530 or splendidkenny01@yahoo.com/Motivationswithkehindeajose.blogspot.com

B.R.A.N.D YOU

BRAND YOU
Everyone has a chance to stand out. Everyone can be noticed. Everyone can project his/her Uniqueness and distinctiveness. No matter how talented you are, if you are not branded, you cannot rise to the top of your game. One look at the distinctive swoosh on your trainers tells everyone who got you branded. The truth is that you are a product competing for attention on the shelf of life. All renowned authorities in various fields of life have learnt to distinguish themselves through personal branding. Personal branding is about amplifying your unique characteristics and packaging them into a personal representation that is “Younique” and distinct.
Personal branding is a mental tattoo held indelibly about you in the minds of other people. Your personal brand reflects what you are committed to, what you stand for, and how you represent it to the outside world.
The core reason why individuals like Michael Jackson, Abraham Lincoln, Da grin, Fela Anikulapokuti are still being recognized even though they have left this terrestrial space is simply because they are brands, they gained name recognition by maximizing their God given abilities. So what does it takes to become a talent brand?.

B-Be the expert: Yes! Be the one who people run to, when they need to solve a problem that is in area of your core competence.
Sharpen your talents into world standards. The only way you can attract more clients is by upping you game and having an expert status in the mind of your prospects.Project your problem solving ability so as to attract the right prospect to your niche.

R=Relevance: How relevant are you in your chosen field? If your name comes to mind when people are looking for a particular service, then you are relevant. Being relevant simply means finding a solution a peculiar problem in your chosen field. It’s also about being creative, productive, and inventive.

A-Announce your presence: When was the last time your name appeared in the print media of the electronic media. It is your visibility that determines your credibility. To become a brand, you need to constantly broadcast your presence by being in the face of your prospects. Either through contributing articles to publications, starting a project, writing a book e.t.c

N-Newness: You have to constantly innovate. All strong brands are always expanding their brand visibility by doing something new or adding a unique feature to the service they render. You can also serve an unmet need in your niche and be the cynosure of all eyes in your craft.

D –Differentiation: Differentiation is the key to market domination. If you don’t separate yourself from the majority, then you cannot get the lion’s share in your industry. What’s your specialty? What quality sets you high and above the crowd? If you do not identify what make you different, then people will be indifferent to your services.Get branded! Be the light in your industry, its not just enough to recognize your place you need to also maximize your market space and be the dominant leader in your niche.Go and rule your world!

KEHINDE AJOSE is Nigeria's renowned talent development coach, Acclaimed motivational speaker,publisher, m.o.v.e achievers compedium,and soar away syndicated columnist who helps individuals to discover and develop their talent solutions into wealth creation so that they can become highfliers in their careers and become global brands.He is the CEO of m.o.v.e solutions , reachable at 08024212530/splendidkenny01@yahoo.com