Principles

Principles of Dennis Liwewe

Mental preparedness is the starting point
Most of us only use 16% of our mental prowess: to excel exploit beyond that
Used 4:4:2 formation that allows all out attack (not 5:4:1 formation)
Our competition is not local; it is global and only the best globally will get it and succeed
Focus on what is important in life: ask ‘what is in it for me to survive?’
Focus: I don’t dwell on people; I only discuss myself, my family and my survival strategy
We must prepare for and accept change
Value and invest in education for yourself and your children
Determination to succeed is an important virtue in life
From the village I decided ‘never again into poverty’ and that needs some virtues
Spot and seize the opportunities that come your way
Never give up: you can counter attack in the second half; you can still score in the second half or even in the dying minutes of the second half
Communication starts with personal communication: the way you look, talk, dress up etc.
Beware of the danger of alcohol (I never drank alcohol or taken wine)
Be able to stand up and say ‘no’ when it needs to be said or to say ‘never again’
Adaptability / exposure: worked in mines (rising to director level), print journalism, sports radio commentator-ship and in mentorship program. Widely travelled: to 42 different countries
Family structure: unity of the family is key
Three key virtues: self-discipline, commitment, investment in education
Belief in God: without divine intervention nothing is possible.