WWBIF harps on self-awareness for high-performers

The Women Without Borders International Foundation (WWBIF) has stated that self-awareness and emotional intelligence are key measures in shaping high-performing women equipped to thrive in the modern world.

Speaking at the foundation’s ninth anniversary celebration, themed, Becoming a High Performing Woman in the 21st Century, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Leadway Assurance Ltd, Yemisi Rotimi, highlighted the evolving role of women in leadership, business, and society, stressing the need for continuous learning, resilience, and emotional intelligence.

Rotimi stressed that the biblical definition of a woman underscores her unique qualities and purpose, as outlined in both the Old and New Testaments. She noted that, according to Genesis 1:27, both men and women were created in God’s image and possess equal value and dignity. Furthermore, she referenced Genesis 2:18, stating that a woman was created to complement and assist man, reinforcing the biblical partnership model.

The CFO explained that the role of women in society has undergone significant transformation, with more women taking up leadership positions and excelling in traditionally male-dominated industries. However, she acknowledged that challenges such as gender bias, pay gap, and work-life balance remain hurdles for many women striving for high performance.

She outlined key characteristics of high-performing women, emphasising the importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. According to Rotimi, successful women understand their strengths and weaknesses while leveraging their emotional intelligence to foster better relationships and navigate leadership challenges.

Resilience and mental toughness were also cited as crucial traits. Rotimi explained that setbacks should be viewed as learning opportunities rather than failures, enabling women to adapt and thrive in competitive environments. She encouraged women to embrace continuous learning and growth, emphasising that acquiring new skills and knowledge is essential in an evolving professional landscape.

In discussing strategies for achieving high performance, Rotimi advised women to develop a growth mindset, prioritise health and well-being, and embrace failure as a stepping stone to success, adding the need for self-compassion, she reminding women that the pursuit of excellence should not come at the expense of their mental and emotional well-being.

Founder, WWBIF, Olayemi Idowu, described the ninth anniversary milestone as the dawn of a new era, emphasising the organisation’s mission to empower women through faith, family, finance, and future.

She explained that the foundation aims to create a knowledge-driven environment where women can develop the mental and emotional strength necessary to navigate the complexities of modern society.

WWBIF, an ethical non-profit organisation, was founded with the goal of enhancing women’s intrapreneurial and entrepreneurial capacity while challenging societal norms that hinder their progress. “We are out to reinforce the values of today’s woman and create a future where she is not stranded or dependent on anyone to live a full life.”

Reflecting on WWBIF’s journey, she recalled how the vision, first conceived in the late 1990s, materialised into an active community in 2016. Since then, the foundation has grown into a support network where women exchange business opportunities, access mentoring, and receive financial literacy training.