I cannot mentor others effectively without first being productive myself. Leadership requires example, consistency, and results demonstrating the standards expected from everyone. Lead by example.

I believe workers deserve genuine consideration because their welfare affects commitment, morale, and performance. When people feel valued, they become invested in shared goals. Value.

In return, workers must reciprocate by giving their energy, loyalty, and full attention to the business. Commitment should always work both ways for sustainable success.

The qualities I value most are passion, trustworthiness, and hard work. Passion creates enthusiasm, trust builds confidence, while diligence turns plans into results. Character first.

Expertise is important, but I do not consider it the only requirement. Skills can be developed through training, experience, correction, practice, and exposure. Skills grow.

Great mentorship is built through mutual respect, productivity, commitment, and willingness to learn. When leaders guide and workers apply themselves, everyone grows together. Grow together.

Warm regards,

Abdullah Opeyemi Akande
B.Agric. (FUNAAB)
GAS (NIAS)
M.Sc. Animal Sci. (UI)
RAS (NIAS)
M.Sc. Int’l Business (UU, UK)
Ph.D. in view