The Smart Company

The times we are in is an era of innovation.
The innovative times we are in has given rise to the word 'smart', giving it visibility in every sector.
The market is full of 'smart' products. And companies are evolving into smart companies to maintain relevance.
Innvovation is the key to relevance, the smart company puts itself on the innovative edge, this way it moves with the 'times'.
 In other words, companies are embracing innovation in these competitive technological and economic times so as not to vanish into obscurity.
Innovation has given rise to branding.
The smart company is the company that brands itself well.
The word innovation connotes an upgrading, an improving upon that which already exists.
So smart companies are companies that have upgraded not only the efficiency of their operations but upgraded the platforms of their operations. They combine 'the personal touch of the individual with the high touch of modern technology' to leverage their chances of success.
Smart products are products that are improvements on older version that already exists. They range from mobile phones, to cars, to wrist watches, houses, glasses and computers.
The innovative or smart individual is the one who is able to connect the dots and come up with creative concepts that benefit humanity.
Behind smart companies and smart products are smart individuals.
An upgraded mind is available to you, Proverbs 8:12
Smart individuals are inspirations to all of us. Are you one of them?

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In His highest grace,
Olutosin Ogunkolade

The Real Super Heroes

Super heroes interest people. I grew up reading comic books, although I don't have much time to read them now a days I still like comic books, especially the ones that display well built and masculine super heroes who save lives and do all sorts of spectacular things.
From Thor of Marvel comics, to Superman of DC comics, and Slain and Rogue Trooper of 2000 A.D we see them fight off villains, save the planet, help people and do fascinating things; like Spider man's amazing ability to leap over sky scrapers and swing from one building to the other with the use of his spider webs.
Comic book heroes have fascinated some of us so much, the characters are being made into films which are turning out to be screen successes.
But we all know it is not the real world, it's pure make believe. The world of comic book characters are not real but heroes are real.
There are heroes in every day life who are probably not being acknowledged or recognized, not that many of them want to be.
The father who does his best to juggle his marriage, his career, his faith and still find time to bond with his child or children is a hero in my opinion. The single woman who single handedly raised her children, built a business and contributes to her community is a hero in my view.
The carers and support workers, who inconvenience themselves and endure a lot on the job to make life easy for those who have special needs are heroes in my opinion.
The surgeon who spent  the greater part of his youth studying hard, getting an education and acquiring skills to solve rare and delicate medical conditions so that patients can have a chance at life is a hero. Don't you think so?
The every day hero may not be charming and spectacular, they may not leap over sky scrapers or fly in the air, they may not have capes that distinguish them or special costumes and gadgets, but by virtue of their sacrifice and their contribution to humanity, they are heroes. They may not be applauded regularly, they may not be in the lime light, they may not have what it takes to make albums that sell in millions and they may not win Nobel prizes but they are heroes all the same. Do you recognize them, do you appreciate them?
My parents are heroes. For giving me their time, being there for me, supporting me, raising me from childhood and appreciating me for who I am, I consider them heroes and they deserve my respect.
The ability to sacrifice for the greater good or benefit of another person or people instead of self is what makes an individual a hero.
For this reason, Jesus Christ is the greatest hero of all time! He is the 'crown prince of heroes', He is a superhero!
A hero who identifies with the vulnerability and weaknesses of  humanity, a hero who taught, provided, guided and loved humanity, a hero who is divine yet human, a hero who confers glory on His followers a hero who made the greatest sacrifice!
A hero who shed His blood! That is heroism at it's peak!

Whose Instruction Do You Follow?

Life is a journey.
Since life is a journey, we will need direction.
Proper direction ensures we get to our desired destination.
Within directions, you will find instructions. If you dissect directions you will find instructions in them.
Instructions are important. For anything to function effectively and last it's expected lifetime we must follow the instructions that come with it. So how well we journey through life will determine how well we have followed instructions that are meant for our welfare.
Where and who do you receive instructions from?
From God or satan, parents or siblings, mentors and religious leaders or any one who seems to have results?
Do you receive instructions from just anyone or is it proven and tested people?
Man's instructions for you are often tarnished by preconceived ideas they have of you, the way they see you, and the situations they see around you. Man's instruction for you is often based on their personal evaluation of you which is often wrong in the first place.
God is the only one who has the right perspective of you and sees you the right way!
God is the most reliable source to receive instruction from! He knows you better than you know yourself, He created you and He loves you. And He hasn't left you without instruction in this journey of life.
'The Lord knows the way through the wilderness, all you have to do is to follow'
God's instructions have been wrapped in a Book called the Bible. You will do well to start digging out these instructions, there are instructions for every areas of life in the Bible.

Whose Word Do You Listen To?

We have to be careful who we listen to.
History attests to the fact that the advise people, co-operations and even entire kingdoms have taken have either made them or marred them.
You may be one advice away from making a decision that will determine where you spend your eternity.
You may be one counsel away from making a decision that will bring you either success or failure.
You might be one one word away from choosing the right life partner.
The question is, who do you listen to?

It is a fact that the people we choose to listen to will determine the decisions we make and the decisions we make will determine our destiny. 

Our destiny is simply the outcome of our decisions.

The only thing that is pre-destined is the outcome of our decisions. 

That's why it is so important for us to make the right decisions so that we will turn out the right way and get the right results. 

Since no one has it all when it comes to all the wisdom, knowledge and understanding needed in life, we feel obligated to to seek advice and counsel.
All the way from ancient times even kings sought advice.

They had personal advisors and groups of 'wise men' who were made up of magicians, sorcerers, astrologers, experienced statemen, anyone who had something to offer and could help give them the strategic advantage.
The good Book says "there is a way that seems right to a man but the end thereof is destruction"

Are you seeking counsel from the right sources in life?
Who do you listen to?

Who are you paying attention to?
Are your advisers your dream killers without your realizing it?
It's sad when people mistakenly turn to their enemies for advice without even realizing it.
Knowing what's is in the heart of man can be difficult, that is why we have to be careful who we listen to.

The creator in His wisdom understands what man's experiences are and He hasn't left us without help.
Within man is an internal guidance system called our conscience. 

Within us is an internal compass called our intuition. 

Within us is an internal sensor called our perception. 

You will hardly go wrong if you follow them.

Most important of all is the Spirit of God which God releases into those who are saved and have accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior, the Holy Spirit is our exclusive privilege. 

He comforts, guides, encourages, teaches, reminds and counsels. 

He supplies knowledge and wisdom, and gives direction and help.
He is one person you should listen to.

There are opportunities all around!

There are opportunities all around you, there are opportunities all around us.
The question is, do you see them, do you notice them?
At times, opportunities may not appear as opportunities, they may come in the form of some set back or disadvantage, but it is an opportunity never the less.
The ability to see an opportunity for what it is, having the ability to foresee or being discerning is key!

It is a wonderful quality to be able to recognize opportunities.
I like the way Henry Ford put it. "Opportunities sometimes come disguised in the form of hard work"

"There is no substitute for hard work in the school of success"

I have heard it said before, that 'success is not about working hard but working smart'. 

 I have come to realize that even in the process of 'working smart' you will find yourself 'working hard'. 

There is no escaping working hard before succeeding, let's face it.

One man's disadvantage can be your opportunity. 

That may be your opportunity to show love, care, compassion or kindness to the disadvantaged individual.
Another man's poverty may be your opportunity to give.
Your riches may be your opportunity to assist a less fortunate person or better other people's lives.
There are opportunities all around us to serve, give, love, communicate and  fight for what is right.

Each day is a gift and opportunity from God to do right, think right, live right, forgive or serve people. 

Do you see each day of your life for what it really is?
Today is your opportunity to succeed, move in the right direction, take steps towards your success, your destiny and be who you should be.

King David in Bible times woke up one day a shepherd boy, but recognized a God given opportunity to serve his nation by fighting. 

He seized the opportunity courageously and it launched him into prominence and history!
Do you recognize the opportunities in each day of your life?
What do you want to do with your life? 

Today can be that day you start moving in the direction of becoming what the desire is.

 The opportunity is there. 

Time is an opportunity that has been given to every man. 

How do you spend your time?
Do you realize our opportunities are hidden in our moments?
For those who are destiny conscious, for those who have a dream and a vision, there is always something to do.
Change your perspective and your will see your opportunities.
Peace be!

JESUS, IN THIS 21ST CENTURY CONTEMPORARY TIMES

The Lord Jesus Christ is without doubt the most important man in human history. My reasons for coming to such a bold conclusion is numerous, for one there is no one who worked as many miracles as Jesus. The subject of miracles have been and will always be fascinating. The sacrifice of Jesus is unparalleled and not human, He is also the only spiritual leader who rose from the dead, knew His position in the after life and offered His followers a hope of what He has prepared for them beyond this world. It is also debatable and I stand to be corrected that there is no spiritual leader whose leadership, inspiration and wisdom has lasted as long as Jesus's has and will last as long.
 Jesus is a very interesting individual and I try to imagine how he would live in these contemporary times, I wonder how he would apply His God inspired wisdom in this information age, how his understanding which baffled the teachers of the law at the age of twelve would play out in the educational sector, and how he would teach about the Kingdom of God in these technological times, which illustrations and terms would He use for His parables in our time?
How will the wisdom of Jesus measure up and His personality and nature of His being shine through in this this modern, competitive, fast paced, business and commerce dispensation?
In Bible times, agriculture was one of the key illustration used to marshal the points of Jesus for the parables of Jesus because it was an agricultural age and dispensation.Our age is a technological and information age, an 'internet' age. How would Jesus use the internet to spread the gospel of the Kingdom? He would most likely use the tools at His disposal to advance the Kingdom of God. He would definitely use microphones to amplify his voice so that as many people as possible can hear Him whenever multitudes gathered to him to hear God's teachings and wisdom from His lips. How will Jesus dress in our times? He was a young man, I can imagine Him in a pair of jeans and ankle boots, I can imagine Him in t-shirts, sandals in summer, shorts when its hot, caps, hats and long sleeved shirts.Would he go for jewelry, perhaps. I can imagine a wedding band on his finger if he chose to get married. What kind of girl will he marry? Definitely a virtuous woman, or a woman or a lady who has been under his watch and His influence for sometime. Jesus was merciful and forgiving, He might marry a lady who doesn't have the most decent past but who is now reformed.
 I don't know if he would necessarily go for designers clothes or labels (He might) but I know He will exercise moderation and decency when it comes to dressing up. I can't imagine Jesus Christ wearing His pair of jeans trousers pulled down just slightly above his bum so that his inner pants can show. I wonder if He would wear perfumes, He probably will but He might be careful which brands He would go for. He will probably support other ministries financially and perhaps by endorsements and He might use their platforms to spread insights on the Kingdom of God as a guest minister in those churches.
If I was a Pastor, I will invite Jesus to my church to preach. That is one man I will gladly share my pulpit with.
 What would he teach if He is on earth today? He will probably be consistent with His message of the Kingdom of God and He would reveal to us the need to repent of our sins and turn from our wicked or wrong ways but I don't and can't see Him being unnecessarily controversial or critical. His ministry would very likely pay taxes as we see Him do, even miraculously in the new testament. What would His voice sound like? I can imagine His voice being very clear and His communication style very easy to understand. I can imagine Him teaching passionately and with authority.What kind of temptation would Jesus face? Every kind of temptation we face today is the kind of temptation He will face because 'he was tempted on all points as we are tempted' He would not be exempted from the temptation of anger, impatience, and fear but we know He would not fall victim to any temptation. He might have to battle with pornography and sexual temptation as every young man do today, after all 'he was tempted in all points as we are tempted' but unlike most young men in today's world He would not fall victim to those sins. As a young man myself, I would want Jesus to be my friend, it would be a privilege to have a friend that wise, that influential and so sacrificial.
Of course, Jesus would regularly make the headline news and will probably be a favourite of soft sell papers, journals, and the dailies.You can imagine Jesus would be popular!
I can imagine the likes of Hello and OK magazines interviewing Him a number of times. Ellen Degeneres might want to interview Him. His impact will be undeniable although He may not always want to be seen. I can imagine a very introverted side of Jesus, a private man who probably treasures His private times and moments, after all He has the characteristics of a lamb, He is the gentle lamb of God. I can also imagine a part of Jesus that is extroverted when it comes to the gospel and preaching, I can imagine Him speaking out when it comes to hypocrites on the pulpit, after all He does have some characteristics of a lion, He is the Lion of the tribe of Judah.
What kind of music would He listen to? Will Jays Z, John Legend, R. Kelly,or Michael Jackson's kind of music appeal to Him, I really don't know I know but I do know He would definitely like gospel music, worship music for sure. I can imagine Him having CD and DVD collections of hymns and spiritual songs. He might be an Aled Jones fan. Perhaps he might like animation, cartoons and comic books. He might appreciate the creativity that has gone into such and the extent of  human talent and potential.
I can imagine channels like ITV and the BBC interviewing Him and asking loads of questions, I can imagine Him on talk shows and late night shows. I visualize him going Oprah Winfrey's talk show and Oprah being baffled by His wisdom.
He might look into publishing a book or books. Books that become best sellers in the country where they are published.
I wonder what career path Jesus would follow if He was on earth in our generation. I can't imagine Jesus being a lawyer, though I can imagine many intelligent lawyers trying to debate Him. I can imagine Jesus taking to a vocation or profession that involves direct contact with people, I can visualize Him taking to the medical profession where He would have time and access to healing people and caring for them. Jesus would probably be anything from a support worker, a carer, a medical doctor or a nurse. He could also be a teacher so as to impact on the leaders of tomorrow and impart godly wisdom to young children in either secondary schools or primary schools. I can also 'see' Jesus working as a staff in a nursery where He can carry babies, heal them, show affection to them and be a blessing to the parents and guardians of the children. He would probably be a nurse over being the doctor of a hospital simply because he would be more directly involved with patients than doctors are. Irrespective of whatever vocation or career path Jesus chooses, that would be secondary to His primary assignment of saving souls and preaching about the Kingdom.
I can imagine Jesus in our time being a very well informed young man who can persuade and debate on about any issue of life, what a pleasant person He will be to talk to. Because of His knowledge of agriculture who knows if he would want to be a farmer? I doubt it. But it's easy to assume He would go round visiting farmers and being a blessing to them and probably blessing their land and farm crops.
What hobbies would Jesus have in today's 21st century modern age? He would definitely like fishing as a relaxation sport or hobby, I can imagine a JESUS who wold join a fishing club where HE goes fishing with friends and has some of the most miraculous catch of fish either in size or quantity. I see Him using such sessions to teach and lecture about the Kingdom.
He will very likely have a good appetite! He will like all sorts of nice food and probably drink non alcoholic wine, He will very likely be adventurous with food and he will enjoy being invited by partners and friends for lunch or dinner. He will enjoy being visited or visiting others.
How would He transport/move around today? He would probably own a very nice car. Perhaps just one good, nice car, which can be debated that the virgin donkey He rode on into Jerusalem represents. I don't know if Jesus would own an array of cars today, but as a young man He might have a interest in cars. I don't think He will own a fleet of cars. He could ride in taxis, take the train and tube if need be and even walk when He has to. After all walking was the major way He moved around in Bible times.
As a single young man, there will be many ladies who desire to marry Him, especially in the christian circles. Who wouldn't want a competent and miracle working husband? He will very likely have multitudinal followings on twitter that the likes of lady Gaga and Beyonce would envy, and His facebook page will attract many likes. I can imagine Him being a very friendly young man who gets on with children, he would probably serve in the children's church or the children's ministry of a church, he would be a blessings to the children, carrying them and blessing them. I would definitely want Jesus to carry my son and befriend him. Would He carry His Bible about in public? Probably not, because He was the Word in flesh, He was a living, walking, talking Bible. But I don't see Him  being ashamed of the gospel. He'll probably take one with Him when He is going to church on Sunday or have one handed to Him whenever He is in church like we see Him do in the temple according to the Bible.
 As one of the followers of Jesus and a young man myself, understanding how he would live and compose Himself in these times is necessary, not just to me but every one who is a sincere follower of my Lord so that we can do what He would want us to do and live how He will want us to live and conduct ourselves the way He will want us to conduct ourselves.