Senior Leaders across private, public and social sectors in Africa are set to attend the 2023 edition of The Dr Abiola Salami International Leadership holding in Nairobi, Kenya. 

Headlining this edition is Harvard Professor & US Airforce, Retired Brigadier General, Prof. Dana Born. According to her, “I am excited to join other leaders at the Dr. Abiola Salami International Leadership (DASIL) BootCamp on this journey of continuous learning and leadership at this bootcamp. I will be sharing some insights from my recent Harvard Business Review article and more on Authentic Leadership.”

About The Dr. Abiola Salami International Leadership (DASIL) BootCamp

The Dr. Abiola Salami International Leadership (DASIL) BootCamp is conceived on the two philosophies of peak performance: (1) excellence is the minimum standard (2) historical performance is a launchpad, not the standard. 

According to the Convener, Dr. Abiola Salami, “Leadership performance is under threat. Many leaders are recording mediocre performance – some due to burnout, and some due to past success. In addition, other leaders deliver mediocre performance due to inadequate leadership education and some due to an ineffective outside-in approach that primarily transfers responsibility for action to others. Therefore, we have curated this leadership bootcamp to equip these leaders with strategies to navigate complex challenges and deliver peak performance for their organizations, reshape their industries as we together build Africa to a great continent.”

Faculty

The main faculty for this edition comprise Prof. Dana Born of Harvard University; Dr. Mosun Belo Olusoga, 1st female Chairman of Access Bank Plc; and Dr. Abiola Salami, Worldclass Performance Strategist.

Through a rich faculty, advanced studies in critical areas and a series of activities, DASIL presents Senior Leaders with the opportunity to reflect, restrategize, rejuvenate and reskill for peak performance.

What Participants Will Get

Participants will get a leadership assessment result, enjoy luxury accommodation in a 5-star hotel, relish the welcome dinner & closing breakfast, interact with high level faculty, receive high quality training materials, maximize networking opportunities with other senior leaders and enjoy the safari fun site visit in Nairobi. 

For enquiries contact Prisca on +2349091234567 | hello@abiolachamp.com

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The highly anticipated 8th Edition of the Smart Steward Summit, themed Money On The Move, concluded with resounding success, leaving participants hungry for more of the transformative insights that promise to pave the way to financial independence.

Kicking off with a magnificent Gala and Awards Night on September 22nd at the Radisson Blu Hotel, the summit reached its climax on September 23rd at the prestigious Muson Centre in Lagos. During the event, Sola Adesakin, the Convener and Lead Coach at Smart Stewards, emphasised the significance of embracing fresh mindsets, adopting new perspectives, and dedicating unwavering commitment to three vital assets: Skills, Time, and Information (SIT) in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

The Gala and Awards Night, themed “Harmony and Heights,” served as a platform to recognize and honour women who have not only made a profound impact on the brand but have also promoted financial independence resonantly in their various sectors. Awards were given to different women in various spheres, including media and communication, arts and entertainment, business and economy, family, faith and religion, politics and government, and education.

It was also an occasion to unveil the innovative “ElevateHerWealth” Plan—a new Smart Stewards product offering serving as an advisory service and a plan designed to optimize wealth allocation for women.

Adesakin noted that the annual summit transcends being just an event; it’s a movement that opens doors to a realm of boundless possibilities. The Gala event, resplendent with glitz and glamour, saw the attendance of prominent figures, further enhancing its significance in promoting growth, empowerment, and financial independence.

One of the highlights of the Gala Night Awards where some exemplary women we recognised in two categories – Mountains of Influence Recognition and Individual Recognition

Kemi Ajumobi received the Smart Stewards Award for Excellence in Media and Empowering Women Through Financial Knowledge and Economic Independence.

Mayokun Oreofe received the Smart Stewards Award for Exceptional Faith and Financial Resilience, Bridging Spirituality and Financial Wisdom for Women.

Toyosi Etim-Effiong received the Smart Stewards Award for Amplifying Authentic African Narratives Worldwide and Championing Financial Independence Through Arts and Entertainment.

Olori Boye-Ajayi received the Smart Stewards Award for Expanding Horizons and Enabling African Female Entrepreneurs to Grow Financially Through Export Opportunities.

Hansatu Adegbite received the Smart Stewards Award for Exceptional Leadership in Politics and Business,Championing Economic Empowerment for Women and Outstanding Contributions to Women in Management, Business, and Public Service.

Osayi Alile received the Smart Stewards Award for Outstanding Contributions to Education, Philanthropy, and Empowering Youth and Women with Skills, Networks, and Opportunities.

Chioma Ifeanyi-Eze received the Smart Stewards Award for Championing Business Literacy and Inspiring Women Towards Financial Success.

Nike Adeyemi received Smart Stewards Award for Elevating Financial Stability and Empowering Women Worldwide; with a Remarkable Impact in the Rehabilitation and Empowerment of Women, Enhancing A Stable and Economically Empowered Life.

Tosin Olaseinde received the Smart Stewards Award for Being a Resonant Advocate of Financial Independence and Guiding Women to Empowerment.

Funke Felix-Adejumo received the Smart Stewards Award for Inspirational Advocacy and Passionate Commitment to Financial Literacy and Independence.

Debola Deji-Kurunmi received the Smart Stewards Award for Transformative Coaching and Being a Catalyst for Visionary Living and Financial Independence For women

Ayo Megbope received the Smart Stewards Honorary Award for Excellence. For shaping entrepreneurial innovation and business success.

The general session had Dr. Gabriel Ogbechie, Group Executive Director of Rain Oil, and Kunle Soriyan, Global Thought Leader and Futurist, as Keynote Speakers. Chioma Ifeanyi-Eze, founder of Accounting Hub Nigeria, was also a guest speaker.

The Peak Performer Africa is a media partner for The Smart Stewards.

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Uncertainty is anxiety-inducing for everyone, but not everyone is affected on the same scale.

Studies have shown that 90% of Top Performers have high Emotional Intelligence and this skill becomes perhaps most important in the times we are in. 

Emotional Intelligence boosts career success, entrepreneurial potential, leadership talent, health & customer relationship satisfaction. It is the best antidote to work stress and it matters in every job — because all jobs involve dealing with people, and people with higher emotional intelligence are more rewarding to work with.

According to Levo Institute, 87% of millennials revealed a strong connection between their motivation to help the company succeed and its leaders’ emotional intelligence.

Research also shows that the benefits of Emotional Intelligence are not just confined to the workplace — they produce higher levels of happiness, mental and physical health, improved social and marital relationships, and decrease levels of cortisol (the stress hormone). 

The Magic of Emotional Intelligence has many helped leaders understand the connection between emotions and actions. You will be equipped to apply Emotional Intelligence  skills to maximize your effectiveness in managing yourself and others to enable you drive peak performance in your organization.

The Magic of Emotional Intelligence is available as eBook, AudioBook, Print and Virtual Course

Virtual Course Topics

1. How to Handle Fluctuating Emotions & Seemingly Uncontrollable Mood Swings.

Dwindling exchange rates and market uncertainty can trigger any leader into unproductive behaviours. This can have adverse effect on your team and the business. This topic will enable you give your Investors, Partners, Boss & Other Collaborators the right impression impression about yourself even when you are under pressure.

2. How to Overcome Fear, Anxiety & Shyness.

Growing uncertainty and fast pace change opens the door for fear and anxiety. In this session, we will equip you and the team with insights for showcasing your value anytime anywhere to anyone who can accelerate your career & business growth.

3. How to Control Anger.

This will enable you manage difficult high value customers, boss, team members and collaborators effectively so that you can still put your best foot forward even when you’re triggered.

4. How to Deal with Depression.

The media is awash of loads of bad news about the economy. While there are economic realities, our minds have a way of tricking us into exaggerating the effect of these realities, positioning us for extended periods of career and business failure which degenerates from sadness to depression. This topic will put the realities in proper perspective, and position us to recover quickly from failure.

5. How to Manage Envy 

Yes, we admire some people who seem to be making it despite current happenings but we also envy some and envy can become a huge distraction on our journey to deliver peak performance. We will show you how you can focus on your own growth. 

6. How to Cultivate Courage & Humility.

Whether you are a career professional or entrepreneur; or you may be in a sales or operations role, we will show you how to cultivate courage and humility so that you can negotiate best deals for yourself in a sustainable way.

7. How to Use TACT To Make Career & Business Progress.

To deliver peak performance, we all must master how to make a point without making an enemy in your industry. We will show you certain things we must give attention.

8. How To Use Empathy To Win More Customers

Every business desires customer advocacy but without empathy, it will only remain a desire and not a business outcome. We will show you how to use E.M.P.A.T.H.Y to build a strong base of loyal customers. 

You can’t afford to miss this

Click Here To Take advantage of The Magic of Emotional Intelligence to Grow You Career & Business

Contact us here hello@abiolachamp.com

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The Peak Performer Africa, a platform by CHAMP recently hosted the maiden edition of The Peak Performing (TPP) Woman of The Year to empower, connect and celebrate women across Africa. The event with the theme, “Embracing Equity for Peak Performance”, held on June 23 rd 2023 was a confluence of three record-breaking events, including a Summit, Exhibition and Awards which also witness
the unveiling of CHAMP’s latest women empowerment tool The Peak Performing Woman’s Companion.

There were keynote sessions, fireside chat, networking and mentoring sessions and a panel of discourse where speakers shared valuable insights and comprehensible guides for women to push the envelopes in their different vocations.

n his opening speech, Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of The Peak Performer Africa & world-class Performance Strategist, Dr Abiola Salami said

“CHAMP is a full-service consulting firm trusted by high-performing business leaders for providing workforce development, advisory services, and executive coaching for C-level executives. Earlier in the year, we officially launched The Peak Performer Africa, a portal and a magazine dedicated to providing essential insights to every leader seeking growth in their pursuit of greatness. Since the inception of CHAMP in 2012, we have delivered different projects towards SDG 5, The Peak Performing Woman Project is our renewed commitment to SDG 5 designed to enable more women to live beyond misperceptions, stereotypes and misplaced emotions that could limit the God-given exceptional nature within the woman for the development of humanity. TPP Woman of The Year is the 3rd level of action in this renewed commitment”.

See 1st level of action and 2nd level of action here.

He added “A Peak Performing Woman is a catalyst for socioeconomic growth. Therefore, as we celebrate outstanding women here today and launch the women empowerment tool, our aim with TPP Woman Project is to equip 1 million women with the insights from the book to deliver excellence as career professionals, entrepreneurs, social innovators, and political office and the estimated budget for this project is $ 1 million (One million USD). The proceeds from this launch will be funding that.”

Lady Maiden Alex-ibru, Rev Bukola-Ogunyemi, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Mosun Belo Olusoga at TPPW2023

Speaking at the morning session, the first female Chairman of Access Bank, Mosun Belo-Olusoga, urged women to develop a broad mindset, keep learning, and grow as they leverage available platforms to take advantage of opportunities. The founder/CEO of Emerging Africa Group, Toyin F. Sanni harped on the significance of leveraging advanced technological tools as well as connecting and networking with like minds.

Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru, Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga, and Dr. Abiola Salami presenting a Certificate of Appreciation to Richard Mofe-Damijo at TPPW2023

The legendary actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), said peak performance is a lifestyle and women can adopt this by being aware, sensible, and sensitive. Describing himself as he for her, RMD said

“There are societal biases and religious beliefs that block women’s progress and just like Dr. Abiola Salami encouraged, we must do our best as a society to support women to break those beliefs.”

Dr. Mosun Belo Olusoga, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Lifetime Achievement Award to Lady Maiden Alex-ibru, Chairman Publisher, The Guardian Newspaper at TPPW2023

In her review of The Peak Performing Woman’s Companion, the Publisher/Chairman of The Guardian Newspapers, Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru, commended Dr. Abiola Salami for addressing the foundational problems undermining women’s careers, personal growth and contributions to nation-building.

She said, “Salami thoughtfully guided women readers through detailed and specific missteps and misunderstandings that, most times, undermine their aspirations to become peak performers. Leveraging lessons from his inspirational piece, ‘Who Says It’s a Man’s World – Ageless Lessons for Becoming an Exceptional Woman’, Salami’s 11 chapters focus on women’s empowerment and self-worth in an increasingly challenging global economy and changing workplace. Through The Peak Performing Woman’s project, Salami hopes to inspire women of all ages across Africa to grow, aspire for more and shatter the glass ceilings” says Alex-Ibru.

A Section of TPPW2023 Mentor

Some of the other speakers include The Country Manager, Nigeria and Ghana Microsoft, Olatomiwa Williams; the first female CEO/MD of ASO Savings, Risikat Ladi Ahmed; the Chief Visionary Officer, DigitalEncode; Dr Obadare Peter Adewale, the CEO of GAIA Africa, Olatowun Candide-Johnson, Executive Head Africa Regions, Standard Bank Group, Nkiru Olumide-Ojo; and Communications Coach and Publisher, Today’s Woman, Adesuwa Onyenokwe who moderated the panel.

The crescendo of the event is an award celebrating outstanding women in 5 categories as follows:

Exemplary Leadership
Yvonne Ofordile, Debola Deji-Kurunmi, Iroghama Ogbeifun, Omawumi Ogbe, Foluso Gbadamosi, Tricia Olufemi-Olumide, Solape Akinpelu, Ify Igwe, Kemi Ogunkoya, Tosin Ajibade, Chiemelie Ezeobi, Victoria Naashika, Elizabeth Nasaka, Nkiru Balonwu, Chinenye Onuorah, Adeola Ajani-Atitebi, Adeline Quarshie, Nancy Isime, Esther Uko & Dr Omopeju Afanu.

Woman of Excellence
Titilope Oguntuga, Kunbi Adeoti, Katja Nwator, Stella Din-Jacob, Ginikanwa Frank-Durugbor, Motunrayo Babalola, Bukola Oluyadi, Uto Ukpanah, Yemisi Odeyemi, Ifesinachi Okoli-Okpagu, Oluyemi Obadare, Loila Idu, Comfort Aruosa-Osemwengie, Omowale Ogunrinde, Yinka Davies, Ara The Drummer, Konye Nwabogor, Steph Busari, Ifeoma Uba-Onubogu, Adetutu Afolabi & Anike-ade Funke Treasure.

Super Achiever
Thelma Ekiyor, Bola Matel-Okoh, Omobolanle Adekoya, Folake Ani-Mumuney, Olatowun Candide-Johnson, Funso Adegbola, Rashidat Adebisi, Bolanle Austen-Peters, Yemi Keri, Neka Udezue, Nkiru Olumide-Ojo, Dr. Busola Tejumola, Nkemdilim Uwaje-Begho, Hansatu Adegbite, Bola Adebakin, Prof. Ogechi Adeola, Arinola Kola-Daisi, Ruth Osime & Chioma Afe.

CEO of The Year
Toyin Sanni, Risikatu Ladi Ahmed, Dr. Tinuade Sanda, Omoneme Odike, Chinwe Uzoho, Olatomiwa Williams, Funke Bucknor & Mories Atoki.

Lifetime Achievement Awards
Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru, Justice Amina Augie, Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga, TPL Catherine Kehinde George & Rev Bukola Rosemarie Ogunyemi.

The Peak Performing Woman Project hopes to continue to equip and encourage women to deliver excellence as economic reformers, social innovators, career professionals, entrepreneurs and nation builders.

Arinola Kola-Daisi, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Woman of Excellence Award to Yemisi Odeyemi of SIFAX @ TPPW2023.

Bolanle Adekoya, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Exemplary Leadership Award to Comfort Arousa-Osemwengie @ TPPW2023

Bukola Ogunyemi, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Super Achiever Award to Omobolanle Adekoya of PwC at TPPW2023

Bukola Ogunyemi and Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Super Achiever Award to Bola Matel-Okoh, Founder, BMO Advisory Services at TPPW2023

Bukola Ogunyemi, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Super Achiever Award to Thelma Ekiyor of SME.NG at TPPW2023

Cross Section of Delegates at The Peak Performing Woman of The Year 2023

Dr. Adewale Peter Obadare, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Exemplary Leadership Award to Folusho Gbadamosi at TPPW2023

Dr. Adewale Peter Obadare, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Exemplary Leadership Award to Ifunaya Igwe at TPPW2023

Funke Bucknor, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Exemplary Leadership Award to Funke Treasure at TPPW2023

Ichie & Dame Chineme Nwigbo, Dr & Mrs Abiola Salami and Ayo Soyinka at TPPW2023

Hansatu Adegbite, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting the Woman of Excellence Award to Oluyemi Obadare at TPPW2023

Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting the CEO of The Year (Events) Award to Funke Bucknor CEO, of Zapphaire Events at TPPW2023

Lady Maiden Alex-ibru, Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting the Lifetime Achievement Award to the Proprietress, Ebire Group of Schools Rev Bukola Ogunyemi at TPPW2023

Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru, Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting a Certificate of Appreciation to Adesuwa Onyenokwe, Publisher, Today’s Woman at TPPW2023

Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru, Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Certificate of Appreciation to Olatomiwa Williams, Country Director (Ghana, Nigeria), Microsoft at TPPW2023

Lady Maiden Alex-ibru, Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Lifetime Achievement Award to the first female town planner in Nigeria, TPL Catherine Kehinde George at TPPW2023

Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga, and Dr. Abiola Salami presenting CEO Of The Year (Health Advocacy) to Dr. Mories Atoki, CEO, of ABC Health at TPPW2023

Nkiru Olumide-Ojo, Konye Nwabogor and Dr. Abiola Salami at TPPW2023

Nkiru Olumide Ojo, Dr. Abiola Salami presenting Woman of Excellence Award to Katja Nwator at TPPW2023

Cross Section of Peak Performing Women on Stage

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In this episode, we explore 8 big reasons women should develop a healthy relationship with their bosses. These reasons are applicable whether your boss is male or female, older or younger or even whether you think your boss likes you or not.

Do remember to register for The Peak Performing Woman Of The Year 2023 here

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She is a perfect blend of head and heart, an epitome of beauty with brains, a connoisseur of style and class. A woman of passion, power and purpose.  A woman devoted to her profession and her course, ensuring she achieves peak performance in strides with aplomb. These were the distinct qualities Akin looked out for in the woman he would go into a relationship with.

Now that he has his manifesto for relationship material, he began his hunt even though he often wondered where he could find such a fairytale woman. 

But then, just like Akin, anyone willing to take such a route needs some tips to brace you up for a successful ride without biting his fingers. Here are some:

1. BE YOUR OWN PERSON

Act independently in thoughts and actions with confidence. There’s something about a woman that wants you but doesn’t need you. She can do things for herself or at the very least get people to do it for her.

Don’t forget she meets people at the very top of the marketplace everyday. So the confidence you exude is attractive to her. Knowing you’ve got your own thing and you hold your ground well is a plus. 

The moment the entirety of your world starts to revolve around her, you lose your place in her life. If you’re planning to be needy, shake it off. It won’t work. 

2. BE STRAIGHTFORWARD 

Relationships are not a game of chess. If you have anything to say just say it. Displeasure,ideas, grievances, even the things you admire should be said out loud. It will help to connect with her deeply and earn her respect.

Career-driven women love to have healthy and open communication. They appreciate men who can actually speak their heart out and resolve conflicts in a healthy and respectful manner by communicating with them. 

She’s not a mind reader! Honestly, it is exhausting wanting her to be a chiromancer. She spends the most of her day connecting the dots and solving problems in the business world and the one person she just wants to nestle next to is playing mind games. Trust me, you’ll lose – both of you. 

3. PAY ATTENTION 

She is driven, not invincible. Strong, not unbreakable. She may not wear her emotions on her face. Her voice may not break, however, if you pay attention long enough you’ll realise the things unsaid and the vulnerability not expressed.

Driven women are not a wall of bricks but humans breaking the status quo of social constructs. They fail, cry, laugh, and smile. They make mistakes, and sometimes become confused. Pay close attention so you’ll notice these moments and be there for her. Be her cheerleader  and you will undoubtedly connect in every way.

Sometimes she just wants someone to listen. Like every other human being she  has imperfections and flaws,limitations and faults. Just be attentive. 

4. GET HER GIFTS

At this juncture, you’re probably thinking what can I do that she can’t do for herself or give that she can’t afford? Here’s the catch: someone like this is not fazed by material things rather it is the thoughtfulness and intentions that counts.

So, instead of giving her extravagant gifts, or breaking the bank, be creative. Why not a love note or write her a song regardless of how croaky your voice sounds.

Whip her a meal but be mindful of salt and pepper you don’t want to ruin the moment. You can also plan an outing to landmark areas or somewhere serene, beautiful and quiet. 

What about dinner in the house with candles, petals and a bottle of LA FLEUR AMOUR MERLOT or any good wine will do.

They sound archaic but these little gestures, though inexpensive bang the loudest because of the intentionality behind them. 

5. BE SOMEONE SHE CAN TALK TO

Be a lover and a friend indeed. Be someone she can talk to, share ideas with, laugh with and even seek opinion from.

She would be happy with the fact that you’re not intimidated by her and she can have any form of conversation with you. It can be about finance, politics, society, technology and so on. Even the dumbest of things sometimes at this point you’ve become her gist buddy. 

Apply these few tips to tighten your game and thank us at The Champions Tribe later.

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Taking personal responsibility means that you recognize the important role that you play in achieving your desired outcomes. It means acknowledging the fact that it is up to you to put in the hard work and effort to succeed.

By taking responsibility for your own success and taking ownership of your work, you will create a sense of confidence and respect. This will put you in a position to inspire and motivate your coworkers, which will help you reach your goals faster.

When making the commitment to take personal responsibility for building a successful career, you need to be aware of the potential hurdles that you may have to scale. As a woman, you are likely to face challenges that your male counterparts do not have to deal with. 

For example, you may be judged more harshly or you may have to work harder to prove your skills and abilities. It is important to develop a set of habits that will help you overcome these obstacles so that you can get ahead in your career. 

Let us take a look at some of these habits.

5 habits of highly successful career women

In the course of interacting with women from all walks of life who have participated in our various programs, we have learned that highly successful career women are usually driven and ambitious. While many of their peers may not mind settling into conventional roles, these women are relentless in pursuing their dreams and goals. But what exactly sets them apart from their peers? Here are some of the habits that distinguish highly successful career women:

1. They have a clear personal vision.

The fundamental habit that sets highly successful career women apart from their peers is that they have a clear vision for their lives. They know what they want to achieve and have a plan to get there. This vision helps them focus on the important things, stay motivated, and ultimately succeed. [Click to tweet]

It has been said that “If you can see it, you can achieve it.” This means that you must understand the power of personal vision and use it on purpose to attain your desired level of success. 

Having a personal vision is the foundation for setting goals and objectives. Your vision will help you gain clarity and direction not only in your career but also in other areas of your life. It is the key to unlocking your potential and making your life count. People who don’t have a clear vision are likely to drift through life. They are unable to focus on one thing for any significant length of time since they are not grounded in the pursuit of a definite purpose.

Having understood the power of personal vision, how do you create one for yourself? Start by taking some time to think about your priorities in life. What are the things that are most important to you? What are your core values? What do you want to achieve in your career and other areas of your life? What are your hopes and dreams? By taking the time to really reflect on your priorities, values, goals, and aspirations, you will be able to develop a focused and powerful vision.

2. Highly successful career women are very organized.

One of the important habits that highly successful career women have in common is their high level of organization. Being organized helps them to stay on track and manage their time efficiently. As a result of this, they can achieve more in less time.

They understand that not being organized can lead to wasted time and energy, so they make sure to plan ahead and stay on top of their tasks. This helps them to stay productive and be more efficient. It also reduces the probability of getting overwhelmed with workload.

By staying organized, highly successful career women can better manage their time, resources, and energy while still having enough left over for hobbies or family life.

If you would like to improve yourself in this area, consider using tools like calendars, planners, lists, notes, and reminders to keep yourself organized. Learn how to prioritize tasks according to importance and urgency so that you can complete projects on time without missing any deadlines. You should also get comfortable with delegating tasks when necessary so that you can focus on the most important things.

3. They cultivate meaningful relationships

Highly successful career women understand the importance of having meaningful relationships and networks. They know that their success depends on the people they have around them and the connections they make. By cultivating meaningful relationships, they are able to build strong networks that can help them achieve their professional goals.

These women understand that networking is not just about exchanging business cards or attending events. It’s about building genuine relationships with people who can add value to their career journey. They take the initiative to connect with like-minded professionals, mentors, and potential employers.

As a result of this, they often have a better network of contacts than their peers. They are committed to nurturing relationships with key decision makers, influential people in the industry, and other people who can help them advance in their careers. Highly successful career women also tend to be involved in more organizations and events than their peers, giving them even more opportunity to grow their networks and contacts.

4. They are confident.

Another habit that sets highly successful career women apart from their peers is the confidence to take on challenging tasks. They don’t have any problem taking charge, and they are not afraid to voice their opinions. They are also assertive in their decisions. 

They know that they have the skills and experience to succeed. So they are willing to put themselves out there and make bold moves in order to achieve their goals.

Their confidence is also usually reflected in their comportment in the workplace, the way they dress, and the way they interact with others.

4. Highly successful career women are passionate.

Highly successful career women are passionate about their work. They are driven to succeed and will put in the hard work necessary to get there. This passion helps them stay focused and motivated, which in turn leads to greater success.

5. They are great communicators.

Highly successful career women understand the importance of clear and effective communication. They know how to articulate their thoughts and ideas, and can successfully convey information to others. As a result of their strong communication skills, they tend to get ahead more easily than their co-workers.

Conclusion

As a woman, you are likely to face peculiar challenges in your drive to attain the peak of your career. However, you must also recognize the fact that none of these challenges is big enough to limit you unless you let them. By imbibing the five habits of highly successful career women, you can break free from stereotypes and build a very successful career. While this is not an exhaustive list, it will certainly get you started in the right direction.

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With laptops, tablets, and smartphones that are always within reach, the lines between work responsibilities and other commitments in life are becoming increasingly blurred.

Although technology has added new dimensions to conversations about work-life balance, the concept itself is not new. The idea first surfaced in the 1970s when people discovered that they were working so hard and did not have enough time to live a well-rounded life or enjoy the rewards of their achievements.

Even with the time-saving devices and technology tools that are now widely available, many people still struggle to achieve a healthy work-life balance.

What exactly is work-life balance?

It is important to note that work-life balance is not just about having enough time in the day to take care of all your obligations. You also need to have extra time and energy to take care of yourself and enjoy life outside of work. It is about making sure that your professional and personal lives don’t become so intertwined that you become ineffective in either one. [Click to tweet]

Furthermore, the concept of work-life balance goes beyond keeping yourself healthy—physically and mentally. It also involves making sure that you meet your professional and personal goals without one compromising the other.

Finding a good balance between work and personal life will help you to be more productive and effective in both. By maintaining a healthy work-life balance, you will be able to appropriately prioritize your tasks and responsibilities. That means you can focus on the most important tasks and projects first, while still having time to relax and enjoy your personal life. 

Achieving work-life balance will also help you reach your professional goals, whether you’re trying to meet deadlines or pursue opportunities for career advancement. At the same time, you get to maintain your relationships and stay connected with your family and friends.

Why does work-life balance appear to be elusive?

If the concept of work-life balance is so important, why then do many people find it difficult to achieve? To start with, we often struggle with competing demands at work and in our personal lives. For example, you might work in a role that requires putting in long hours to get ahead, but you also want to be available for your family, volunteer for causes you care about, or pursue other interests. It can be very challenging to effectively juggle these competing demands. 

Another reason work-life balance seems to be a pipe dream is that many people are already overwhelmed, overworked, and overcommitted. This makes it difficult to make time for family and friends or to participate in recreational activities. You might feel that if you don’t do your job perfectly, you will be penalized or even lose your job. This can make you put so much emphasis on work at the expense of your personal needs.

That said, it’s important to be mindful of the fact that work-life balance is not a permanent state. There will be times when you truly need to prioritize work over personal matters, and there will be other times when your personal life must take precedence over work responsibilities. For example, even if you have a lot of work to do, you might need to take time off if you have a health emergency and need to get care.

Work-life balance requires deliberate effort to avoid getting derailed. The prevailing culture generally makes us prone to burnout and overwork. So it’s important to know when we need to take a step back and refocus.

Practical tips for achieving work-life balance

As a woman, you’re often pulled in many directions, leaving you feeling stretched and overwhelmed. You want to be successful in your career, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and still find time for your family and friends. It can be very challenging to achieve a healthy work-life balance when trying to juggle all of these responsibilities and commitments.

Nevertheless, you can still have a well-rounded life even as a busy professional, as long as you are willing to pay the price of careful planning and dedication. Let’s explore some practical tips to help you achieve this.

1. Set boundaries

Set clear boundaries between your personal life and professional responsibilities. Make sure you’re taking time for yourself and not allowing work to encroach on your personal time. This will help you maintain a healthy balance and make sure you’re taking care of yourself.

2. Prioritize

Make time for the things that matter to you and prioritize your tasks to ensure that you take care of the most important ones first. Plan breaks into your day, and don’t work so much that you are too depleted to do anything else.

3. Get support

Asking for help or delegating tasks to others can be helpful in achieving a healthy work-life balance. Be quick to ask for help when you need it, and don’t be ashamed to admit that you need a break.

4. Take time for yourself

Make sure to set aside time each day for yourself and to look after both your physical and mental health. This entails getting enough rest and sleep, exercising, and maintaining a healthy diet. Taking time for yourself will help reduce stress, improve productivity, and restore balance.

5. Develop healthy habits

Developing healthy habits and routines can help you stay organized and productive. This includes setting aside time for tasks that need to be done, scheduling time for self-renewal, and avoiding procrastination.

6. Find time for hobbies and friends

Make sure to find time to have fun and enjoy the company of friends and family. To have a healthy balance between work and life, you need to be able to relax and nurture the relationships that matter most to you.

Conclusion

Work-life balance can feel like an elusive goal, but with dedication and hard work, it’s something that can be achieved. Achieving work-life balance requires you to be mindful of your needs and to make sure that you are making time for yourself and your loved ones. You also need to be realistic about your expectations and recognize that there will always be times when work has to take priority.

By following these tips, every woman can achieve a healthy work-life balance and enjoy a well-rounded life. It may take some effort to make it happen, but it’s worth it in the end. When you’re feeling overwhelmed, take a step back and remember these tips so you can stay on track and get back to a place of balance.

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The majority of these women believe that to climb up the career ladder, they have to sacrifice their families on the altar of work. And others think that they have to sacrifice their career dreams and goals on the altar of family to succeed as wives and mothers.

Sadly, these beliefs are not so far from reality in some cases, particularly for ladies whose spouses believe that it’s a man’s world. 

These men do not give their wives the full support they need to succeed.

Thankfully, there are countless career-driven moms and wives who, by their success at work and in the family, have shown that it is possible to successfully juggle work and family responsibilities, without one unduly suffering for the other. 

By learning from the lifestyle and guiding principles of these inspiring women, you too can be successful as you wear the different functional caps of a career mom and wife. 

With that being said, here are five top tips that should guide your journey to becoming a fulfilled working mother and wife. 

5 tips for the successful career mom and wife

1. Prioritize and remember that time is money.

For the woman who desires to wear the hats of a professional, a wife, a mother, a friend, an acquaintance, and a good daughter, 24 hours may seem too little to accomplish all that needs to be done. But this is where good time management skills and the ability to prioritize come in.

Prioritizing and timing activities ahead of time helps to structure and organize your day. It helps you avoid statements like “Oh, I forgot to do this or that.” You are able to stay organized and focused on the important tasks.

So, if for instance, you are supposed to pick up the kids from school, prepare dinner for your husband, organize a presentation, and anchor a meeting at the office, writing down all your tasks according to their importance and time sensitivity will prevent you from being overwhelmed. It will also keep you focused on completing necessary tasks one after another. By so doing, you can manage your time well and avoid frivolous activities. 

Thanks to technology, apps like Evernote and Google Calendar are effective tools you can use to prioritize and set reminders for your daily tasks.

2. Marry right.

If you are reading this and you are yet to be married, then you still have the opportunity to choose a spouse that will fully support your goals and ambitions and not be a stumbling block to your career success. 

You have the chance to choose wisely and settle with a spouse who will encourage you when you are doubting your capabilities. 

You can have a partner who will be willing to change diapers, cook dinner, do laundry, and help with other household chores in order to lighten your load.

To do this, you can’t let your feelings and infatuations get the best of you when you’re dating. You need to go beyond surface questions and discuss your future partner’s views on marrying a career-driven woman or having a wife who is passionate about her business.

The answers or responses he provides will allow you to determine whether he will undermine your career ambitions and goals or fully support you.

Note that a woman passionate about building her career needs all the support she can get, but the core of this support starts at home.

3. Do not be ashamed to ask for help

The notion many people have of the career-driven woman is that she is a woman who is totally independent of others, a woman who can do it all by herself without anyone’s help.

But this could not be farther from the truth. No man is an island, and we can only survive with the help of others. 

If you want to thrive career-wise and family-wise, you need others. You need a team of people you can turn to for help—a circle of people who are willing to step in for you at the speed of light because they believe in and support your ambition. Such people could be your partner, friend, neighbor, or even kids. 

Remember, asking for help does not make you weak or incompetent. Rather, it shows you are mentally strong because you understand your strengths and weaknesses and trust in the capacity and advice of those around you. [Tweet that]

4. Set boundaries and learn to say “NO”

The truth is, 24 hours is all you have in a day, and how you use every minute is vital as a career-driven mom and wife.

This means that you need to be able to prioritize (check the first tip), set boundaries, and say a big “NO” when necessary. 

Many people avoid saying “no” or setting boundaries because they do not want to hurt or offend others. But the truth is, people will be more hurt and offended if you are unable to deliver on a promise than if you had declined the offer at the beginning. 

If an activity will not add value to you or will still run smoothly without you, then maybe your presence is not needed. In such cases, do not be afraid to say “no” politely.

More so, you have to always remember that no one is indispensable. Without you, things will still run. 

With this in mind, you can set clear boundaries between your home time and work time. You will be able to focus on your children and spouse when necessary and on your work when necessary, without one encroaching on the other.

5. Invest in your kids. 

Investing in your children means providing all they need, according to your financial strength. This includes giving them the best of everything they need to grow socially, emotionally, and intellectually. 

This could mean employing the best nannies to babysit them, enrolling them in the best schools, or providing them with the best teachers.

As a career-driven woman, the fact is that you may not always be around to monitor how well your kids are growing, what their challenges are, or how intellectually sound they are. 

However, by investing in them as much as is within your capacity, you can rest assured that your children are in good hands and will not suffer because mom is not around. 

However, this does not mean you should focus only on providing your kids with the best things your money can buy, while you outsource all parts of their growth years because you are always busy at work. It is equally important to personally bond with your kids and be a major part of their growing-up years. 

Bonus tip

Finally, learn to enjoy regular me-time

Do you find yourself treating your body poorly in a bid to meet the demands of your career and family? 

Dear lady, take it easy. It’s important to take care of your body too.

If your body breaks down, how will you run your job or manage your family properly?

Therefore, it is vital to always take care of yourself, eat well, and get ample rest, because you are very important to yourself.

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Of course, this is not limited to one gender; however, the situation is likely to take a heavier toll on women for quite a few reasons including cultural expectations.

According to Deloitte’s Women @ Work report, women now make up almost half (43%) of the global workforce and tend to outperform men when it comes to some key performance indicators such as work-life balance and job satisfaction.

This is why we’re seeing more and more women take on leadership roles as well as reinvent the ways they handle projects especially when they have to work from home or any other remote location.

Being a peak-performing woman comes with its own set of challenges. Among other things, you have to balance work with personal life while dealing with gender stereotypes along the way, all of which further compound the pressure at work.

But while stress and pressure are unavoidable, they don’t have to become your constant companions. You can learn how to work under pressure more effectively and even thrive when the stakes are high.

Many successful women have mastered the art of working under pressure, leaving a trail that others can follow by adopting the same mindset and taking corresponding action.

In this piece, we will explore some proven tips that will equip you to better manage stress, adapt to changing circumstances, and excel in challenging situations.

Know your limits and set boundaries to reduce chances of working under pressure

Being at the top of your game can often mean long days, high-pressure projects, and lots of travel. This is especially true in senior-level roles. If you’re particularly bad at setting boundaries, working in a job like this can lead to burnout.

As you work towards growing your career and moving up the ladder, it’s crucial that you understand your limits and set boundaries that work for your particular needs and goals.

Be clear about the time commitments you can realistically make and don’t be afraid to politely turn down projects that will add needless pressure to your workload.

Stay up to date with the latest workplace practices and tech

Whether you’re climbing the career ladder or building your own business, staying on top of workplace trends is important to your professional growth.

For example, you can avoid the pressure of dealing with avoidable sanctions by staying abreast of government legislation that might affect your business or sector and taking proactive steps to manage those changes with your team members.

You should also be aware of the latest tools and technology to automate your tasks, communication, and processes within your team. Consider investing in bots, project management software, and other tools that can help make your job easier and more efficient.

Communication tools, collaboration software, and other technologies are always evolving; so staying current with what’s out there for your needs can help you and your team members become more efficient and productive.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it

While many women are rising into leadership in the workplace, there is still a significant gap in the executive ranks.

As such, if you’re a woman at the top of your game and you’re looking to scale your operations, you may find yourself needing help from time to time.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Leverage your support network. Delegate tasks that you don’t necessarily have to do yourself. That way, you are empowering others while saving yourself some stress.

Another good option to explore is hiring virtual assistants.

Normalize saying no when necessary to avoid working under pressure

Being a peak-performing woman also means knowing when and how to say no. Don’t feel pressured to do everything that’s asked of you.

Sometimes you need to say no to certain projects if they’re too time-consuming or don’t advance your goals.

Refuse to take on too many projects at once, Say no to visiting clients or team members at the office if you can easily communicate with them remotely. Saying no to the things that don’t add to your career path or help advance your goals is essential if you want to constantly be at your best without burning out. [Tweet that]

You also need to be mindful of who you’re communicating with and how often. Keep the people that you need to communicate with close and others at arm’s length.

Communicate effectively and often

As you say no to the things you need to say no to, you also need to be communicating effectively.

Communicate with your team members, your managers, your clients, and anyone else who needs to be kept in the loop on the work you’re doing.

Be transparent with your communication, and communicate often to ensure you’re being productive and helpful to everyone around you.

Don’t forget to celebrate milestones

While you’re working towards raising the bar and becoming more effective, it’s easy to forget about celebrating milestones.

This is why you must ensure that you’re also taking time out to celebrate your wins and milestones each week. This doesn’t apply to work milestones alone, but also to personal milestones like reaching certain reading goals or fitness milestones.

Find ways to celebrate your successes so that you’re not only advancing in your career but also feeling good about what you’re achieving in other areas of life as well.

Take time to care for yourself and recharge

As we observed earlier, there are many ways women are outperforming men in today’s workplace. This includes work-life balance.

Many women are taking time off to care for their families or themselves. This is a great thing, but it’s also important to know when it’s time to re-enter the workplace and be ready to hit the ground running.

Take time off when you need it and be mindful of the way your body, emotions, and mind are feeling when returning to the office.

Find ways to recharge your batteries when you need to, so that you will have the energy and full presence of mind to tackle challenges at work.

Conclusion

There are many ways that you can manage pressure as a peak-performing woman. It all boils down to being mindful of ways to keep yourself on track, avoiding stress triggers, delegating responsibilities, communicating effectively, and being mindful of your limits.

Keep these tips in mind so that you can achieve your personal and professional goals in the most efficient way possible.

Always remember that pressure doesn’t have to get the better of you. You can maintain your composure and still do your best work even while working under pressure.

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