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As you climb the corporate ladder, practice kindness.
I remember when I was job hunting, I once arrived late for an interview because I had just travelled overnight from Kaduna to Lagos. My parents were sick, and I came in that same morning, barely had time to freshen up before rushing there.
I got to the interview tired, breathing heavily because I had run upstairs after being told I was the last candidate.
The Head of HR, who later became my boss and mentor, simply told me to take a few minutes to catch my breath. No judgment, no harshness; just kindness.
He asked why I was late, I explained, he listened, interviewed me, and I made sure I gave it my best.
Weeks later, I got the job.
Some people would have focused only on my lateness, but Isaac Taiwo chose empathy.
Till today, I owe him for that grace.
As you grow, be kind. Sometimes, one act of kindness can change someone’s life forever.
