In 2014, I was on a personal project that required me to interview High-End personalities in Nigeria. One of the sessions I won’t forget was with Prof. Osita Ogbu. While sharing key life lessons with me and my team, Prof. told us one of his guiding principles: Everything matters.

He shared with us how, as young people, we must never leave anything to chance. Show up early, dress smart, be doubly prepared. If the opportunity means anything to you, then everything should matter.

Today, dear friend, you can hold yourself to high levels of excellence. Don’t assume it doesn’t matter, especially with your career; desire excellence, because everything matters.