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What It Really Takes to Be a CEO - @PeterNdegwa_ (CEO, @SafaricomPLC ) #cta101 Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa believes that the path to effective leadership requires more than just technical skills — it calls for resilience, authenticity, and relentless performance. Reflecting on his journey, he shares insights into what it takes to succeed at the very top. Thick Skin and Realism “Do you have to have thick skin to be a CEO? Yes — but you also have to learn along the way,” Ndegwa explains. Mistakes are inevitable, but leaders must avoid the temptation to sugarcoat reality. Delivering tough news, he argues, is less damaging than avoiding it, provided it comes with visible ownership and commitment to fix the problem. A CEO’s credibility is built on realism, not spin. Performance: The Ticket to the Game For Ndegwa, performance is non-negotiable. Hard work, commitment, and results are what keep CEOs in their roles. “Tell me a CEO you’ve seen who is underdelivering and has been left in role for more than two years — it doesn’t work,” he says. Performance earns the right to lead, and only then can leaders add elements like generosity, culture-shaping, or softer leadership styles. The Three Dimensions of Leadership Ndegwa distills leadership into three key elements: 1. Judgment – The ability to make sound decisions, guided by intelligence, experience, and style. 2. Drive – The determination and work ethic to sustain performance, akin to elite athletes who succeed through discipline and effort. 3. Influence – The ability to inspire and persuade stakeholders, teams, and the public, regardless of whether a leader is introverted or extroverted. Building Complementary Teams Great leaders, Ndegwa notes, do not surround themselves with “yes men.” Instead, they build teams that challenge, complement, and balance their own strengths. “If you just employ people like you, you’ll all lead the same way,” he says. A CEO’s role is not to micromanage functions but to lead leaders and shape the organization’s agenda. Final Thought From developing thick skin to mastering judgment, drive, and influence, Peter Ndegwa’s perspective underscores that being a CEO is both demanding and humbling. At its core, leadership is about performance, authenticity, and building strong, diverse teams that push the organization forward. Watch the FULL series here - youtube.com/watch?v=hs_WAc…

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After 20 years in pharma, I've seen the need for digital transformation in healthcare. I'm excited to pioneer a new Health Management System in Africa. This system will empower doctors with digital records, analytics, and streamlined workflows.

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The former Twitter CEO's latest interview is going viral. And he's NOT just talking about social media. He just revealed a $30 million AI project and how the web will discriminate against humans. Here's what you should know:⬇️

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Kenya proudly supports #StrikeOutSnakebite, leading global efforts to end snakebite deaths and disabilities. As Chair of the Global Snakebite Taskforce, we're integrating response into health systems, training frontline workers, expanding antivenom access, and investing in local production. Hosting a high-level side meeting at #WHA78 highlights our commitment to global action and resource mobilization. Together, we can turn impact into change. #NTDs #GlobalHealth #SnakebitePrevention #WHA78 @WHOKenya @WHOEMRO @WHO_Europe @WHOAFRO @WHO @FCTCofficial

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KBC Journalist Fredrick Parsayo, Allegedly Commits Suicide* Frame 4 is CCTV of what happened He's been battling depression - Months without salary, a young baby, which led to marital issues at home And this young man turned to Alcohol Hapo kwa depression! Asante Mungu