Workplace Multiplier by Tola Akinsulire

July 3, 2025

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Why Your Hard Work is Getting You Nowhere

Howdy ,

I once knew someone who stayed late every night, produced flawless reports, and couldn't understand why he kept getting passed over for promotions.

The problem: They were stuck in Level 1 thinking.

Level 1: Do the task correctly

Level 2: Solve the underlying problem

Level 3: Anticipate the next problem

Here's what I mean:

Level 1 response to "Update the client database": Updates the database

Level 2 response: Updates the database AND identifies why data gets outdated so quickly

Level 3 response: Updates the database, fixes the root cause of data decay, AND creates a system to prevent future issues

The brutal truth: Companies promote Level 2 and 3 thinkers, not Level 1 task-doers.

Your next assignment challenge: Before starting any task, ask "What's the real problem this task is trying to solve?"

Then solve THAT problem, not just complete the task.

This shift in thinking transforms you from someone who follows instructions to someone who drives results.

I’ll tell you more about the person whose story I started with on Saturday during "The First 5 Years: Building Your Early Career Edge" masterclass, where I'll share the complete transformation system to give your career the foundation it needs.

July 5th, 2025 | 6 pm WAT | 12 pm EST | 5 pm GMT | 7 pm WEST

The best of all, it's free. Consider it as my investment in your future career success.

Keep winning at work and in life

Tola Akinsulire

Your Strategic Workplace Mentor

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