Dr. Tunji Olugbodi, Executive Vice Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer of Verdant Zeal Group, has shared a powerful insight into the evolution of leadership, challenging traditional notions of control and authority.
In a candid reflection, seen by Veracity Desk (veracitydesk.com), Dr. Olugbodi revealed how his early belief that a leader must be “all-knowing and all-seeing” gave way to a deeper understanding shaped by experience. “Trying to micromanage everything was spreading me thin,” he admitted, noting that effectiveness diminishes when leaders attempt to oversee every detail.
Instead, he argues, true leadership matures with responsibility. “As the organisation grows, your value increasingly lies in setting direction, creating a shared vision and enabling capable people to contribute fully,” he explained. This shift, he emphasized, does not reduce accountability but transforms it into guiding energy and empowering teams.
Dr. Olugbodi’s remarks resonate in today’s fast-paced corporate world, where leaders are under pressure to balance oversight with innovation. His call is clear: growth demands that leaders release the urge to control everything, while still holding firm to responsibility.
The statement has sparked conversations across business circles, with many professionals reflecting on how their own leadership beliefs have evolved. As Dr. Olugbodi put it: “Growth requires leaders to release the need to control everything without abandoning accountability.”
