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The Business Side of Soccer: When the Super Eagles of Nigeria Qualify for the World Cup
Watching Nigeria win their last match for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in the United States brought back something deeper for me, a mix of nostalgia and possibility. You see, a few weeks ago, I stumbled on an old pitch deck I had sent to a client for the 2022 World Cup the one where we drew Ghana in the playoffs. Looking at it again hit me differently. It wasn’t just a reminder of a missed ticket to Qatar. It was a reminder of all the  missed opportunities  that ripple thr
Charles Umeh
Oct 173 min read
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Leadership Is Ownership: The Power of People Who Don’t Wait for Permission
One of the things you learn about leadership when you work closely with people is this: Some leadership traits come naturally. I think others must be learned. But when both kinds of people, the naturals and the learners, understand why they lead, something powerful happens: you get a team of self-motivated individuals. Let me share two quick cases. Come with me Case 1: The Hidden Camera Interview A social experiment was carried out during a management interview. The company
Charles Umeh
Oct 132 min read
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Finding Your Mission—The Missing Piece in AI-Powered Innovation
Many organisations struggle with mission statements that are vague, outdated, or disconnected from reality. The result? Wasted energy,...
Charles Umeh
Sep 221 min read
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What have you been up to lately?
Maybe You're Not Lazy. You're overwhelmed. I've heard this before, but it took time for it to sink in. The Workplace Needs a New Rhythm....
Charles Umeh
Jul 62 min read
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The Power of Presence: Why Vulnerability & Connection Matter
The Power of Presence: Why Vulnerability & Connection Matter I remember a moment that changed me After a speaking session, a young boy...
Charles Umeh
Mar 142 min read
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Are you sitting on your Throne?
Not too long ago, I met a young man whose case had already been written off. "Hopeless," they called him. He was about to leave school,...
Charles Umeh
Mar 122 min read
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