Without a preface, here are top 3 learning points from a recent lunch with one of Africa’s most notable business moguls:

1. Carve your niche. This simply means you must find ways to be unique and innovate to gain relevance, grow and excel.

2. Guard your reputation. This can be expatiated on in many varying directions. Simple explanation would be to ensure that you avoid compromising on the morals, ethics and brand positioning that you best relate to and prefer to be known for.

3. Everything great takes time to become great. Overnight success is rare and nearly impossible. Take your time to build your desire and your passion into pillars of greatness.