Murphy's Notes Murphy Ochuba

In today's note, we share the story of how monkeys are captured with a special innovative trap created by some Indian hunters. We're faced with two choices: let go of the nuts or become monkey meat. What are your nuts? Let go and run free!

"If you're taller than me, you can't also be shorter than me". This statement I came across weeks ago underpins the fact that everyone has a unique advantage. The challenge is that most people dwell on their disadvantages and complain about how they've been dealt the short end of the stick. You should rather focus on the bright side. Find your unique advantage and capitalise on it!

Today’s note underscores the importance of gratitude. Gratitude for the big things and the little things. Even when you appreciate someone for doing you a favour and they say the words “Don’t mention!”, you must understand that this is merely an expression of modesty and so you do not need to stop “mentioning”. Refined people never forget to mention!

In every business organisation, there are various types of employees. Those who make things happen and rise to the top are usually entrepreneurial. While they do not directly own the business, they take ownership of whatever service they’re providing to the company and its clients. And they have the right attitude to work. Ask yourself this difficult question today and give yourself the bitter truthful answer: “Would you hire you?” With your current skillset, mindset, and attitude to work, would you hire you?

In today's note, we dwell a bit on the first lesson from last week's episode - Money Management. I share the one money management tip that has helped me over the last four years and is the bedrock of growth in lots of life endeavours - record keeping. When you keep proper records of your expenses and income, it helps you audit and manage your cashflow better.

It's been two weeks since we dropped a new episode but this episode is three in one. On this special episode, we discuss with Dr. Okezie Ochuba about some of the key principles that young people need to imbibe centred on finances, early career, and family life. Dr. Ochuba is a seasoned administrator, leader, and entrepreneur. He has mentored lots of young people over the years who have gone on to achieve resounding success in their various lives. It was a very interesting time drawing from his wealth of wisdom.