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The Power of Smart Responsiveness

September 8, 2026 · 1:11

Being excellent at your job is not always enough to accelerate your career. In this African Business Revolution episode, YannicK KOUNGA shares a practical lesson from his Schlumberger years: how a simple SameTime notification system helped him respond intelligently to senior leaders, build perceived reliability, strengthen his internal professional brand, and earn greater trust. This is not about flattery or bei…

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