Friday, December 1, 2023
Guinea-Bissau: Heavy gunfire heard in capital
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via Gabe's Musing's
Climate crisis: Three women helping wildlife survive
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Seventy-year-old Ugandan woman gives birth to twins - hospital
Deyda Hydara murder: Gambian sentenced in Germany for crimes against humanity
Rema: Calm down singer cancels December shows for health reasons
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Nigeria budget: President Tinubu says budget offers 'renewed hope'
Three tonnes of cocaine seized from ship, Senegal's navy says
British-Nigerian hacker pleads guilty to $6m fraud in US court
Kaunda suits, loved by Kenya's President William Ruto, banned in parliament
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Namibia qualify for 2024 Men's T20 World Cup
Monday, November 27, 2023
Niger coup leaders repeal law against migrant smuggling
What may have sparked the mutiny in Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone prison breaks: Was it an attempted coup?
Ghana Cardinal Peter Turkson: It's time to understand homosexuality
Sierra Leone prison breaks were co-ordinated - minister
Sunday, November 26, 2023
Kenya abortion: Women go to backstreet clinics amid legal ambiguity
Dozens kidnapped by motorcycle 'bandits' in north Nigeria
South Africa pulls out of race to host 2027 Women's World Cup
Saturday, November 25, 2023
Anthony Joshua: Talks held over boxing match in Africa, says Eddie Hearn
Thursday, November 23, 2023
The Art of Strategy: Lessons from Sun Tzu to Modern Business
In a world where the echoes of ancient wisdom reverberate through the corridors of modern business, "The Art of Strategy: Lessons from Sun Tzu to Modern Business" delves into the time-honored principles of strategy and their transformative power in today’s corporate landscape. This exploration is not just a reflection on the past but a journey through diverse cultural lenses, seeking to resonate with the universal human experience of struggle, triumph, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
From Sun Tzu's ancient treatises to the boardrooms of Silicon Valley, the art of strategy remains a pivotal force shaping our world. This blog, inspired by the enduring lessons found in "A History of Private Life", delves into the universality of strategic thinking. It's a narrative that resonates across cultures and epochs, reflecting a mosaic of insights from African and Black Diaspora writers, Eastern European scholars, and Asian philosophers.
The core of strategic wisdom, often encapsulated in African proverbs like "He who learns, teaches," aligns with Sun Tzu’s teachings that true victory lies in winning without conflict. These pearls of wisdom transcend geographical boundaries, speaking to the heart of human experience. They emphasize the importance of foresight, preparation, and understanding the self and the adversary – principles as relevant in ancient battlefields as in modern boardrooms.
In our daily lives, we unconsciously employ strategy. From negotiating a raise to planning a family vacation, the principles of strategy are interwoven in the fabric of our routines. This ubiquitous nature of strategic thinking serves as a bridge, connecting our personal experiences with the larger narrative of human endeavor.
The emotional resonance of strategy lies in its power to evoke a range of feelings – the thrill of a well-executed plan, the awe in witnessing a masterful negotiation, or the humor in realizing the simplicity behind a complex solution. This emotional spectrum, often explored by comedic geniuses like Richard Pryor or Ali Wong, highlights the human aspect of strategic thinking – its ability to surprise, delight, and transform.
Our narrative weaves these elements into a cohesive story, much like Seth Godin's compelling storytelling or Neil Patel's insightful analysis, showcasing how ancient strategies are not just relics of the past but living, breathing concepts that continue to shape the way we think, act, and conduct business.