To be a great leader, you must be of sound mind and heart. You must have the resolve to overcome the toughest hurdles that are thrown your way.
Indeed, one governor in Kenya has shown that he has the mettle to take a dilapidated, despondent, and rejected county in Kenya and turn it into a progressive business hub in what was one of the dryest parts of the country.
His name is Governor Kivutha Kibwana…a model of consistency in a country marred by deathly leadership and corruption.
Kibwana is 64 years old, but hardly looks a day over 50. What are the daily habits that one of the best performing governors in Kenya practices?
Looking closely at his daily life, we came up with a 7 notable habits the governor strictly adheres to to maintain positive leadership in the county.
He Keeps His Composure
Whenever you spot Honorable Kibwana, the man always seems to have a cool and composed demeanor.
Indeed, this man seems to understand the importance of the mood that your bring to your work place that greatly influences your productivity.
The healthiest habit that you can practice every day is to keep your mental attitude inn check.
Your state of mind dictates your happiness. When a negative attitude dominates your life, you will depress your mind and spirit and your productivity at work will dwindle with each passing day.
To enjoy and feel satisfied with your work, you need a positive mindset. One way to keep your work attitude positive is to ensure that your thoughts concentrate on what you are doing.
If you are physically at work, but your mind is elsewhere, then your attitude towards work will suffer.
It’s no wonder Kibwana always seems focused on what he is doing. Whether he’s in the eyes of the media, or publicly holding debates with the common mwnanachi
He is Accountable
The fact that a large section of Kenyans would like the professor to run for presidency clearly shows the level of dedication and accountability that the governor possesses to ensure that devolution works.
In fact, the man has one of the most proven track records of integrity shown by the General Auditor on how he spends the county’s money.
Indeed, once you become accountable, you win the hearts and minds of the people that you work for and eventually gain the trust and confidence of your colleagues at your place of work.
He is Always Learning…and You Should Too
Aristotle once said that we are products of what we repeatedly do. He continued to say that excellence is not an act but a habit.
And one of the habits that Governor Kivutha Kibwana consistently practices is the art of learning.
To become a great leader and a productive worker, you must be willing to learn.
Whether it’s learning about the latest developments in your constituency, or learning about the latest developments in your workplace, Governor Kibwana is always sourcing for information on the latest ongoings in his constituency.
Indeed, he is widely known for holding the most active community forums with the common mwananchi in the country. Something that other governors can hardly mumble on!
And last but not least, he stays in Great Shape!
At the age of 64, the governor is still in great shape; quite boisterous at times as you spot him hosting functions and informing the people about the county’s latest track record.
Most people know the importance of a healthy diet but rarely eat healthy meals while at work.
In fact, it is common here in Kenya to see dozens of governors with stomach’s the size of small boats wading ceremoniously through political chambers.
On the other hand, Governor Kibwana has consistently maintained a somewhat lean athletic figure.
Indeed, physical health plays a direct correlation to mental health; and ensures that you’re in the best mood to perform and bring development to your people and your work place!