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Waiting for someone to rescue you is an illusion. Believing that a friend, family member, government, or a “good leader” will suddenly appear and transform your life can keep you stuck. Real progress begins when you take responsibility and make intentional decisions about your life.

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Sunday Adelaja is a Nigerian born leader, transformation strategist, pastor and innovator. He was based in Ukraine

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