She is one of the most committed women of the African community in Austria. Always speaking up for a conscious diaspora, she proudly flies the flag for Burkina Faso, her country of origin. Let’s connect with an engaging and determined…
How to work with someone who isn’t emotionally intelligent
If you ever worked with someone who is volatile, temperamental, moody, or simply grumpy, you will understand the difficulties. Here are ways to cope. Few psychological traits have been celebrated more during the past 20 years than emotional intelligence (EQ)….
Swaady Martin Leke : the African luxury icon
Promised to a great career in the renowned American multinational General Electrics, Swaady Martin dropped her high profile position to start Yswara, a leading African tea luxury brand, with its products being fully sourced in the continent, crafted by local…
How to rise to your full potential
Hi my dear people, I was very honored to be a guest on Tales of Changemakers, a podcast show by the passionate and dedicated Jana Krajcovicova. Tales of Changemakers is a personal development podcast about people who have made it…
How to create your own luck?
When we talk about factors of success, words such as talent, competence and hard work first come to mind. Yet, not only do cognitive science experts agree that luck is an underrated key element of success but most importantly they…
Why you should attend professional networking groups for women
During our last SETI after work event, I could literally feel the empowering energy of a networking group for women. I was thrilled with the knowledge, experiences and inspiring stories, the speakers presented. It was not only a safe space…
How to build your willpower and keep your resolutions
Nearly half of people fail to keep their resolutions by February, and lack of willpower is the top-cited reason for not following through. Here’s what to do to succeed. It’s that time of year when people make their New Year’s…
Start a business, plan and meet people: how to shake up your career in 2020
Not everyone minds being in a state of career stagnation. Some value the stability and comfort of remaining in the same job and with the same company long term. This post is not for them. However, this post is for…
Self-control: the most underrated skill for long term career success
It explains why some people are much better able to resist temptations and make short-term sacrifices to pursue more meaningful long-term goals. Twenty years ago, McKinsey predicted that the success of organizations would primarily depend on their ability to identify,…
These 5 questions will help you identify your productivity style
We all have a way in which we work best, Here’s how to find your method. Getting things done in less time can serve two purposes: You can fit more into a day or you can free up more downtime….