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  Productivity vs Likability Quotient Source: Getty Images. James Kerr. Inc, February 2015 Weisinger (2015) observed that likability is a key driver to success in life. Simply explained, how well an individual is liked has a positive correlation with success at the workplace, relationships, and friendships. Some employees possess qualities that transcend popularity. They are agreeable and friendly, nice to be with, they show respect for colleagues, follow through on commitments, and are generally well-liked. Studies have shown that likability is the necessary ingredient in building and maintaining relationships. Individuals who displays cooperative and friendly attitudes, are generally more socially acceptable in the society, and the workplace. They tend to endear their personality towards others, make friends easily, and are often extroverted. In human nature, individuals seek attention, love, relationships, romance, and friendships. Humans consistently seek attention, approval, a...

  Dynamic Equilibrium Source : Zhang et al (2020)A Simple Macroecnomic Model based on Solow Growth Model Dynamic equilibrium simply refers to a state where opposing forces can achieve a level of balance. Thus in the midst of changing conditions, living organism tends to find stability, through continuous adjustments, in achieving a state of equilibrium. In physics, a reversible process will be found when the forward and reverse motion occur at the same rate . In this case, t here will be no observable change in the overall system. Once such a balanced state is reached, the concentrations or partial pressures of all organisms, species, processes, and operations will remain constant. Whereas, in economics, in a static equilibrium where all quantities have unchanging values, in dynamic equilibrium, various factors and quantities may be changing or growing at the same rate. In the neoclassical growth model (fig.1) output and physical stock also grow at the same rate with output pe...

Mercedes-Benz Source:  Automotive News (Feb, 2021) Mercedes is reputed for producing cars that provide exceptional performance and longevity. Its focus on quality manufacturing, top-notch precision engineering, painstaking and rigorous testing, has made it a house-hold name in the global auto industry. Mercedes Benz stands out among the world’s major car brands. The success story began in 1886, and in more than a century and three decades later, has devoted itself to its initial vision of luxury, performance, and safety. Committed to high quality R&D, innovative engineering, and designs, coupled with its focus on quality and reliability, Mercedes has created a reputation for quality, advanced technology, safety, and luxury. Studies have shown that owning a Benz is associated with opulence and status, and it says a lot about the owner’s personality. Over the years, its reputation has earned it a spot among the top car brands in the world. It is reported (2023) that Mercedes-Benz...

               Generativity vs Stagnation: The Spotlight Effect                                             Source : Generativity vs Stagnation: HRB Associates 2023. Erik Erikson (1950) in his life-span theory of the stages of physiological development, identified generativity as the life’s part where individuals are willing to engage in acts that promote empathy and selfless development, and the transfer of life’s long knowledge and skills to the next generation. It is also inferred as the path where corporate organizations promote activities that ensures the survival and sustainability of the next generation of leaders, by continuously managing the work-life cycle of employees, through on-boarding, skill development, employee engagement, performance management and work-life balance. In personal development, a generative behavior is the a...

  Blind Spots and Personal Leadership              Source: Science Buddies @ www.sciencebuddies.org   In human anatomy, the blind spot is the point of entry of the optic nerve on the retina, insensitive to light. Generally, it is often an area where a person’s view is obstructed from both sides of his vision. In vehicular traffic system, beyond monitoring every area around and both sides of a vehicle, effective use of  blind spots monitoring systems can keep a driver from running into other vehicles moving in the same direction. The Formula One (F1) cars adopt blind spots monitoring technology to reduce crashes on race tracks. This technology has helped drivers to effectively determine how and when to change lanes by monitoring the blind spot areas during races. In theory, our blind spots are the dark areas that obstruct our field of  vision, even when we are able to clearly see our surroundings.   Businesses operate in uncerta...

Hello Africa,   Elitism and City Development in Africa. Development initiatives in African countries are predominantly metropolitan, and  mainly urban-focused. Crippling social challenges which include inadequate basic infrastructure, slums, squalor, and low standard of living are the resultant effect of urban development. In Africa, it is estimated that over 60 percent of urban and city inhabitants live in slums and abject poverty. The development of new cities and urban centers is mainly to eliminate these social ills, rather than reduce  poverty and inequality.   Figure 1. Atlantic City Project, Lagos Nigeria. Africa is building new cities across the continent, and most African leaders largely focus on new country capital, mainly for administrative purposes. The future of Africa is to build new smart cities that will drive economic growth and development. The Eko Atlantic City, in Lagos Nigeria, Konza Techno City in Kenya, Kigali Metro-City, and the Modderfontein ...