It was such an inspiring conference and I hope it has set the pace for more like this to come.

We had wonderful speakers like Dr Ngafeeson Madison himself, Pastor Frankie Powell and Dr Lisa Prudy Wafo whose success story almost brought us to tears. The other speakers took us through classes during the breakout sessions.

The Lessons

1. Know your purpose

There is a difference between success and significance. Your success may not have any significance, but if you live a significant life you'll be successful.

- What makes me cry or sad when I hear it?

- What makes me angry or frustrated?

- What makes me laugh, happy or excited when I see or hear it?

2. Strive to be better than the generation before you and be intentional about it

It's not my fault that I'm born in a poor family, but if I die poor then it's my fault.

3. Be dynamic, think global and stay relevant to the world

- You have to be prepared.

- Acquire skills and not just knowledge.

- Be a flexible career woman in the 21st-century

Over your career life, you may need to be a cameleon many times

- Develop a reading spirit.

- Be intentional about your career and do what it takes to get to your goal.





- Come out of groups which don't serve you.

- Find a partner that supports your career.

4. Think ahead of others. Be smart.

- Be a visionary

- Set the pace

- Develop your brand

- Sell with confidence

- Ignore those making a mockery of you.

5. Know how to handle life's detours along your path

6. Live intentionally

Things I liked and disliked about the conference

- The Content

- The Duration

- The Food

- The Breakout Sessions

- Logistics

- The Music

- The Certificate

- The Meet-ups

Helen, Marie and Me (from left to right).