International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

by Ogo

in Announcements!, Inspired Sense, World Affairs

Today marks the United Nation’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and 16 Days of Activism. So I figured I’d do my bit. Find out how…

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A Question of Attitude…

by Ogo

in Inspired Sense

I like to remind myself of the following on a regular basis:

* Whatever it is that you need to do, do now.
* Whoever it is that you need to be, become.
* Whatever needs to be changed, change quickly…

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Book Giveaway Celebrates Defiant Women!

by Ogo

in Black History, Creative Sense, Inspired Sense

So who are the defiant women we have left out? What women have you known to defy the odds – economically, emotionally and socially? What struggles have you overcome in your own life? Gentlemen, please don’t be left out! Tell us about the women who pleasantly surprise, support and inspire you.

Generous, albeit concise, comments and interesting photo submissions are most welcome. The top contributors will be selected on December 3rd 2009 and will win autographed ‘collector’s edition’ copies of the inspirational novel, Egg-Larva-Pupa-Woman.

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Confidence Building and Living Authentically!

by Ogo

in Creative Sense, Inspired Sense

Have you ever found yourself under pressure to become less than you are in order not to make the people around you uncomfortable? Where does one draw the line between humbly holding back (so that confidence and gifting do not alienate others) and retarding the very qualities that make one outstanding? What joy is there in pleasing everyone else at your soul’s expense?

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Defying All The Odds: Egg-Larva-Pupa-Woman

by Ogo

in Black History, Inspired Sense

Egg-Larva-Pupa-Woman is an intimate portrait of a woman who defies all odds economically, emotionally and socially… a woman who is sculpted, by the unpleasant circumstances of life, into a breathing work of art. What are the odds in your own life? What die-hard battles have you fought? What issues are you grappling with – still?

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Literary Novel, Egg-Larva-Pupa-Woman, Published in Commemoration of Nigeria’s Independence Day and Black History Month.

by Ogo

in Announcements!, Black History, World Affairs

“Historically, Nigeria is famous for great literature however, many Nigerian novels have mainly got a tribal agenda. Egg-Larva-Pupa-Woman is unique because it speaks to the collective yearning of the Nigerian people, in essence the African people, yet tackles universal themes like love, forgiveness, domestic violence, entrepreneurship and woman empowerment.

There has been a lack of strong women characters in African literary fiction of late, so I was inspired to create a character who’s not only beautiful but also a woman of substance – defying all odds economically, emotionally and socially.”

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“Are You Wasting Your Talents?”

by Ogo

in Business Sense, Creative Sense

Are you a business owner or manager of an organisation? How much time and money are you losing everyday, by the hour, because of the abundance of undiscovered and undeveloped talents in your domain? Could you benefit from creating a work environment or social community that encourages creativity and innovation?

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Pursue Your Purpose!

by Ogo

in Creative Sense, Inspired Sense

Seeking purpose? Your personality traits determine where you fit in the grand scheme of things. Read on to find out how!

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“Do You Know Your Purpose?”

by Ogo

in Creative Sense, Inspired Sense

Our lives are filled with clues as to where our purpose lies. By following those clues we can find the path to fulfillment – both at work and in everyday life.

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“Is Pride Holding You Back From True Success?” By Bernadette Doyle

by Ogo

in Guest-Pectives!, Inspired Sense

Imagine a runner in a marathon who refused, out of pride, to wear his glasses and so hits every obstacle along the course. Wouldn’t you find that type of pride foolish? Why, then, do we do things out of pride that keep us from reaching our goals? Here are some ways pride might be stopping you from moving forward in your business.

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Q&A with Ọgọ Akubue-Ogbata: Author of Egg-Larva-Pupa-Woman

by Ogo

in Black History, Inspired Sense, Media Features!, Q&A; Interviews

Listen to Ọgọ Ogbata discuss her inspiring debut novel, Egg-Larva-Pupa-Woman, in the BBC World Service ‘Network Africa’ studio in London! You can also read an interesting Q&A article feature of the author plus comments from readers around the world.

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New Novel Chronicles Nigeria’s Turbulent History and Independence from British Rule!

by Ogo

in Announcements!, Black History

An inspirational albeit heart wrenching novel chronicling Nigeria’s turbulent history and Independence from British rule is due for release on October 1st 2009 – Nigeria’s 49th Independence Day Anniversary!

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