The Odyssey

“5G is the 5th generation mobile network. It is a new global wireless standard after 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. 5G enables a new kind of network that is designed to connect virtually everyone and everything together including machines, objects, and devices.” - Qualcomm.com Although the 5G concept is a new kind of mobile network technology that is designed to connect virtually everyone and everything together; the 5G leadership concept is only about connecting everyone together (unity). It connects people from past generations, current, and future generations for the betterment of the society and the world at large through influence. In essence, leadership is a team sport that never dies. Looking back in time, which great leader(s) do you consider as most respected, charismatic and powerful; whose influence is still relevant today and will probably be so in generations to come?   I personally consider these immortals as 5G leaders because they possess the following five l...

It has been said that reading is to the mind, what exercise is to the body. The good news about mental fitness is that, you don’t have to lift heavy weights and do push ups daily to be mentally strong.  All you need to do is befriend good books, and get lost in them daily and consistently. Ladies and gentlemen. Mr. toastmaster, speaking of mental fitness, I am reminded of Malcom X. One of the most eloquent, influential and powerful leaders in American history.  A street hustler who was convicted of robbery in 1946 and consequently spent seven years in prison, where he educated himself. What I found fascinating about his story is that he never went past beyond eighth grade in formal education. While in prison, he envied his inmate who was well-spoken and fond of books. He tried to read some books himself but couldn’t understand most of the words. But that didn’t deter him from becoming a good speaker like his jailed friend. In an attempt to improve his penmanship and spea...