5. Continuously Improve
In today’s fast-paced world, which is changing at the speed of light, organizations who want to keep up must keep improving their systems, processes and their people. This is the only way to stay ahead and remain relevant and competitive in this highly volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world. There should be an urgency to keep reviewing, reflecting and improving. – Kemi Ogunkoya, Rellies Works
When you have customers who keep coming back, it definitely means that you are doing something right. Repeat customers return when satisfied or when they are left with no choice, but with the latter, it is only a matter of time until a substitute is found. – Kemi Ogunkoya, Rellies Works
What has been the experience as a Leadership Development strategist?
The experience is certainly a great and fulfilling one. The joy and fulfilment of being able to turn around the fortunes of individuals and organisations by developing self leadership competence, helping them embrace a wholesome leadership lifestyle and creating a leadership culture that invariably significantly improves business metrics and lasting transformation.
“I am honoured to have been invited to such an exclusive group of global leaders, I am particularly delighted with the opportunities this platform will bring to our organisation, Rellies Works and that of our client companies, we shall continue to drive the agenda for transformative and effective leadership development in the corporate scenes and beyond in Africa and globally”
Kemi Ogunkoya prides herself in the ability to help corporate organisations enjoy seamless leadership transitions and executive onboarding to eliminate deficiencies that invariably minimise their costs and let them focus on growth.
“There is no lasting business that goes on a smooth sail; hence you need to take on every obstacle one problem at a time. You must have a team that will give full and total commitment even if you are near failures, the team keep the hope alive, hence building a business that lasts involves shared risks, focus, discipline, integrity and believe in yourself.”
Kemi Ogunkoya has rich experience across industries including but not limited to; Oil & Gas (Downstream), Aviation, Financial Services, Educational Sector, SMEs, and the public sector. She has created some of the most remarkable transformations for her clients.
Entrepreneur of the Year – Kemi Ogunkoya
What do you think is lacking in Nigerian entrepreneurs?
If you go to the swimming pool for the first time, I am sure you would not dive into the deep end of the pool without swimming aids. Unfortunately, I see so many entrepreneurs in Nigeria setting up businesses without acquiring the requisite skills and knowledge of managing and growing a business. I was also a victim of this too in the early days of my business. Entrepreneurs need to move beyond passion towards understanding the fundamentals of business development. Entrepreneurs should learn and invest in the development of crucial aspects of business such as sales, structure, planning, finance, marketing, leadership and technology. They should also get mentors who can help them navigate the journey of entrepreneurship.
I have had so many defining moments in my life, but one stands out as one of the greatest moments of my entire career so far. My mother, one of the most impactful influences in my life, always says; “a dream unlived is a life haunted,” This means I had to go for my dream, even in the face of fear.
