The Nomad Talent Now & Then

Abdikalif Abdiqafar Adan; from Customer Advisor, Corporate Service Responsibility Branch (CEO) at Barclays Bank of Kenya and HSNP at Equity bank of Kenya Limited.
Founder; Caliph Foundation and Kenyan Youth for Change (KYFC) and The fight against Malaria in Africa.
She is a wonder I can never imagine, the woman who gave birth to me. A role model, who built me from scratches, my back bone, never doubting all that I touch on with scintillating belief in me more than anyone could, has been a great inspiration onto my life. My desire to volunteer to do with a go getter attitude, has been instrumental in enabling me pursue my dream and ambition without tiring. Need being the mother of innovation has propelled me into an ardent problem solver through research and putting the impossible into practice.

Taking heart when discouraged, focus and receptiveness to new ideas are virtues that have propelled my dreams into realities of achievement. Through self-evaluation I understand my purpose and desires, share them with thousands of people around me, with a promising talents and putting them on the map to let them shine on.

My history therefore cements itself on a firm foundation through the grand entry into the Barclays Eagle awards 2013 and Citizenship Awards finalist for the same year. Developing ideas into something new and taking it to the next level.

Passion to see all mankind live with no boundaries and desire for self-betterment has lit a promising future in my life, and I stand to be corrected, the sky is the limit for all of us.
I believe I can do all that it takes to chase and get hold of my dreams and vision in life.

In brief therefore, Abdikalif Adan is;
Of Great Passion: Creativity, Innovation, result oriented with a big heart for people around him.
Hobbies: rally driving, formula one, performing charitable works and swimming.
Golden times at Work: one who keeps colleagues updated on our weekly and monthly development programs. A competitive team member, a leader and good example to the rest of the colleague’s. Always composed and result oriented integral in the general team performance on all fronts.
Greatest Moments: Spending times with those who command knowledge, socializing and helping the vulnerable and voiceless in the society.
Motivation: The wonderful team in Barclays bank of Kenya who built my confidence and readiness to take whatever challenge may come my way.
Problem solving: Ability to handle pressure at all times developed a positive attitude and took the next step to master my journey.
In the Community: Currently working, studying and volunteering.

FEEL the DANCE Orange BEAT ya STREET 2013! The memorable moments!!!

Kenya Youth for Change from coastal regional will go down in history of choreography as one of the most promising dance troupes to have ever been assembled in the country. Having won a number of dance competitions, the moment to crown the best had actually come. It had been a long journey to get grand finale and the team would never know what was going to happen.

KYFC as is normally abbreviated is a team consisting young men and women whose prowess in flexing body parts systematically and rhythmically is not of this world. During the year’s finale, the teams had shown what choreography is all about and express their message clear of clinching the title again. The team had worked very hard through the elimination stages beating clear other contenders on stage. Their determination, confidence, hard work and self-belief had put them at the crescendo of the competition.

I was at the gallery to witness the young men do their magic on stage.it was a night full of amazement all were overjoyed by the developments .Said Farhia, a cousin’s fiancée who had never accompanied us before but that night; was short of words but just a wow word would be heard!

KYFC would have forced their way into the final but their effect onto me surely builds my Confidence that anything is possible as long as there is commitment and the desire to have it. The conviction that came into my mind is that we have to run on confidence in order to create environments conducive for success. I also understood that one does not have to sit in an office clad in a suit and tie to make ends meet. As one entertains himself/herself, the end product can be tapped to generate income and earn a living.

This troupe has created an environment where one takes time to enjoy life, learn different talents and nurture youth’s dreams to come true. While here one gets the ability to execute world class talents and for KYFC dancing crew will be a significant legacy to live a lifetime.

With the two teams at the final Dabz and Tsunami for them to claim the title. ”Championship of Orange beat ya street”. The Judges had a chance to crown the impressing teams for the final preparation.  For FBI; the team with a female fan base at the ceremony, it was almost clear that they would clinch the crown. The chants were enough to take them through the top spot while on the other hand their men took authoritative position and opinion shaping role of the choreography. Looking at the brighter side, this was the team utterly propelled on this position owing to the two facts, (the home base factor as well as the large home supports and possession of modern facilities history with better exposure).

Other than this nationwide competition, KYFC has also been involved in multiple competitions, but it’s a privilege too to them by making the ends meet. Great entertainers to be watched out for their perfected crafts, moves and the ability to put a crowd on toes too effortlessly will see the team soar to greater heights. The team however did no clinch the title due to the stiff competition from the other opponents.

Way Forward; KYFC has learn from the best and need to evaluate some of their weakness and formulate an appropriate strategy to come to the peak of the entertainment list. With this in mind they stand a chance to make that which is thought to be impossible to pass. We can only keep moving despite the adversities encountered in the past competitions. Action points include; searching for advance technique and modern facilities, create spirit creativity and enjoy the challenges posed at every step. We can, build a legacy by becoming better dancing professional and connect you with the world!

To sum up, may I salute the KYFC dancing crew, fans and other volunteers for a job well done and by playing a strong role in defining another chapter of dancing  history. This is a once in a life time opportunity and their dream come true. They can now talk about many specific ways in which the habits and discipline learned and practiced in the dance helped to self-regulate and use successful strategies to succeed in life.

For Kenya Youth for Change: THE SKY IS THE LIMIT!

Prepared by Abdikalif Adan.

Founder of Kenya Youth For Change.

Everybody deserves somebody who makes them look forward to tomorrow.

Watch out!

The only way to make sense out of change, is to plunge into it, move with and join the dance!

Life Lesson!

A child asked his father, "What is father?," The father replied, "A person who takes responsibility for his family, his house and takes care of them."
Then the child said, "I hope I will be a man like Mum one day..."

Be brave!

Don't let someone dim your light, simply because it's shining in their eyes!

"THE NOMAD AWARD" Coming Soon!

BOOK TITLE: The Nomad Award

                   "In The Silent Journey"

AUTHOR: Abdikalif Abdiqafar Adan

EXECUTIVE BOOK SUMMARY;

PRE-LAUNCHING

Struggled to fight an honourable chapters in his life and the exploration of the scenes he had faced in his banking career and immediate environment was a stunning experience in his life. Setting achievable goals with key pillars of hard work, discipline, teamwork, focus, his steps admired many with confidence enough to balance his tasks for better survival. It is through these intrigues that he takes a step to narrate the experiences as a source of inspiration to all the readers of this work. The book contains a story spanning from the period April 2011 to the time of his exit from the employer then in April 2013.

It is through this that Adan came to the conclusion “Never worry and keep pondering about tomorrow”.

Through this write-up, he acknowledges the vast and trying environments people endure in the corporate world in search for success as well as recognition. He looks at the stumbling block and the motivating characters that one has to go through in a corporate entity.