Akida John

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Heading out of London on mid-week PTO, and I’m always grateful for a micro-opportunity to #recharge.

The Caribbean’s lovely too though, let’s not forget 😉😅

When’s the last time you took a day off?

#outofoffice https://t.co/EOlGERQp99

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If you are (or you know someone who is) studying in the UK but interested in McKinsey offices worldwide, take a look at the opportunity below! https://t.co/G5x4MMRgCt

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A few weeks ago, I spoke at African Investment Day 2023 in beautiful Schwäbisch Gmünd in Germany's Black Forest.

I was invited to speak on the topic of "The Diaspora as a Bridge" to share my views and experience on the value the global African diaspora…https://t.co/8kmuO32Wkc

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In this cost of living crisis, a focus on salary when job hunting is unfortunately no surprise… https://t.co/Gu2p62uEt7

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If you lead a team of any size, register for next Thursday’s webinar. https://t.co/0Lopw8jQjI

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“85% of smartphone use is during working hours.”

Disgraceful.

Sent from my iPhone

#productivity https://t.co/C8gVZvIHoc

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How will you Make Your Mark when you start your #MBA this year?

At McKinsey we place a lot of importance on mentorship for impact and so I’m excited to announce the launch of our ‘Make Your Mark’ Mentorship programme!

For those who are starting their MB…https://t.co/2e6muvefF5

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What is your hack to living healthier?

After a long day at work, often the last thing I want / have energy to do is exercise, even though I’m well aware of all the benefits, both long-term and short.

I will say though that I do w…https://t.co/CJAiPbhUHP https://t.co/sgg3UpzuZd

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“Respect and appreciate your colleagues” “Recognise the good work your colleagues do”

It sounds so obvious, right? But yet, here we are…

- When was the last time you gave a shoutout to a colleague, or just created space for that to happen in the team?…https://t.co/viB4sXaJcE

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How many of the below have you tried on your quest to becoming a more inclusive colleague? Drop your favourite in the comments ⬇

(And if you haven't yet started on that journey, here's your opportunity to pick one step to try out this week 😉)…https://t.co/8fEtlcBoEz

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Do you want to impress the people you work with? I’d argue that most of us do, though to varying degrees of course.

New Harvard research though finds that, for women managers, this aspiration can undermine performance. How can emp…https://t.co/bx2kce3W5k https://t.co/j7O2pkcTY7

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Welcome to what is officially my 2 year anniversary at McKinsey & Company!

The best part has definitely been the people I get to work with every day. And I promise I’m not biased just because I’ve been recruiting them…

#workmilestone https://t.co/Vva8CeElZR

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Sauteurs #puregrenada

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Mt. Carmel Falls #puregrenada

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Wallpaper #puregrenada

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@_CheySays I know right?! I’m so excited for a new season

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So proud to have been a part of the Movemeback story. Onwards and upwards! https://t.co/XeurWOpx6m

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@ifealafin But the child will see the photos you take together when they grow up. And they won’t hesitate to mock you if you don’t come correct

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@emmahaidan Lol I did this last year. No regrets.

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@_CheySays The book was brilliant, but difficult. Looking forward to watching the show