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The Manager’s Role in Defending Against Fake News
Discover the impact of fake news on business in today’s digital age. Learn proactive strategies for managers to safeguard their organizations from misinformation, protect team morale, and strengthen internal communication. Understand the risks of AI-generated scams and get smart tips to identify and manage fake news effectively.
How to Balance Rules and Energy for Effective Leadership
Jonathan Cook's article examines the balance between rules and creativity in effective leadership. He argues that while rules provide essential structure, excessive rules can stifle innovation and lead to bureaucracy. Conversely, a lack of structure can result in chaos. Cook emphasizes that good rules empower teams by fostering creativity while maintaining direction, highlighting the need for leaders to strike a balance that allows both energy and structure to thrive.
AMI Launches Enterprise and Impact Businesses To Drive Organisational Growth and Empower Entrepreneurs In Nigeria
The African Management Institute (AMI) has officially launched its presence in Nigeria with a 2-day event for its learning solutions under AMI Enterprise and AMI Impact, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the growth of entrepreneurs and organisations across the country.
AMI Recognized as One of the World’s Most Promising Impact Companies by Norrsken
The African Management Institute (AMI) has been selected for this year's prestigious Norrsken Impact/100 list. As one of only 8 African companies to make the list, this solidifies their position as one of the world's most promising impact companies.
AMI and Uganda Solar Energy Association (USEA) establish a strategic partnership to boost the energy sector
AMI and the Uganda Solar Energy Association (USEA) have launched a new partnership, funded by UKAID's Energy Access Talent Initiative, to boost Uganda’s solar industry. This collaboration aims to equip leaders and managers in the clean energy sector with the skills needed to drive growth and expand energy access.
Storytelling: A Valuable Leadership Skill
Explore how the narratives we create shape our professional journeys, impact our leadership styles, and define our organizational culture. Discover the transformative power of storytelling in driving career success and fostering a cohesive workplace environment.
Leadership Lessons For Corporate Executives From The Orchestra Conductor
Great leaders excel at orchestrating teams where diverse talents come together to create harmony. They understand that each team member brings unique strengths and perspectives, and they skillfully align these differences toward a common goal. By fostering an environment of collaboration and respect, great leaders turn diversity into a powerful asset, enabling the team to achieve greater creativity, innovation, and success.
Uber Eats & AMI Empower Restaurant Entrepreneurs with Practical Tools & Cash Prizes!
The African Management Institute (AMI) recently partnered with Uber Eats, one of the leading food delivery companies, to launch an exciting program that transformed the lives of entrepreneurs and their businesses through practical tools and cash prizes towards their businesses.
Transcending loyalty is a condition for the survival of organisations and humanity
In a rapidly evolving world, blind loyalty can hinder growth and adaptability. By embracing change, innovation, and diverse perspectives, organizations can thrive and humanity can progress. This forward-thinking approach ensures resilience, fosters creativity, and promotes a more inclusive and sustainable future for all.
Thriving as a business requires looking outward and looking inward.
Thriving as a business requires a dual focus: looking outward to understand market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes, while also looking inward to optimize internal processes, cultivate a strong company culture, and foster innovation. By balancing these external and internal perspectives, businesses can adapt to changing environments, meet customer expectations, and sustain long-term growth. This holistic approach ensures that companies remain agile, responsive, and resilient in the face of challenges.
2023 Impact Report: AMI added $130M to African economies and impacted 1.5M livelihoods in first decade through support for 37,000 African businesses
African Management Institute's decade of impact: 37,000 businesses and over 94,000 individuals reached, enhancing 1.46 million livelihoods across Africa, and adding $130M to African economies since 2013
The extraordinary gift of diversity offers opportunities and threats.
Diversity is a fundamental aspect of life, encompassing the remarkable variety found in nature and within the human population. It drives evolutionary innovation and allows organisms to adapt to changing environments. Human diversity encompasses physical attributes, mental capacities, and individual differences, all of which contribute to our survival as a species.