Play Chess
Leadership is all about strategy development and strategy execution. It’s about understanding people and deploying them effectively.
Play your chess on many chess boards at the same time, but always play intelligently. Use intelligence effectively to stay in the know and execute your strategy. Know people for who they are and understand how to balance power.
Power is a double-edged sword and few know how to handle this sword and use it well and timely.
It takes many years to know how to hold, use and give it power. Every day feels like you are just beginning.
It is a race and context in the jungle of life. Always play to win not just to play.
Outwork, out-think and out-manoeuvre your competition and detractor. Reinvent your appeal and be relevant to your times.
In need, be a chameleon in order to survive.
Such is the art of politics and strategy. Have no permanent friends or enemies but be clear about your interests and the values that you will protect with all you have. Always cling to your market share and what you know is yours.
Such is the art of leading in Africa and surviving when others give you no chance. Have nine lives and lead long and strong.
