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About Topsy Kola-Oyeneyin
Hi, I am Topsy Kola-Oyeneyin (TKO) and I am passionate about everything digital, empowering young Africans and how effectively marrying both can accelerate economic development and transform African nations. I love to write and my recent book – UNLEASH – provides a blueprint to equip young Africans seize opportunities in this season of rapid transition.
- Transformation Agent
- Advisor to Fortune 500 leaders
- Experienced Executive, operating businesses in multiple African countries
- Champion of Digital Financial Services innovation (Payments, Financial inclusion, Agent Banking)
- Speaker & Published Author
I distill my 20+ years experience advising Fortune 500 and Government leaders into practical principles to achieve your desired results.
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You Get What You Celebrate
“If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials become wicked.” King Solomon A few weeks ago at Clarity Bootcamp, a senior leader asked me: “How do I get more out of my people? I sense they can do more.” The question deeply resonated. I’m sharing my response here, in case it serves you too. Every […]
Caught, Not Taught: The Secret to Fast Professional Growth
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” Benjamin Franklin When I joined McKinsey as a young consultant, one of the most powerful tools for growth was apprenticeship. The team room was the nexus of learning. We learned by doing, through active coaching — but also by simply […]
Reflection – A soft skill, a sharp tool
“We do not learn from experience… we learn from reflecting on experience.” John Dewey In a reflective client meeting two weeks ago, a Banking CEO said, “We broke so much ground during COVID, and the results are showing today. I wish I could have a semblance of that uninterrupted time to think and design again.” I knew […]
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