EVENING TEA☕ TUESDAY NOVEMBER 18, 2025. IN THE POTTERS HANDS. TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 45:9, NLT - "What sorrow awaits those who argue with their Creator. Does a clay pot argue with its maker? Does the clay dispute with the one who shapes it, saying, 'Stop, you're doing it wrong!'" TODAY'S WORD: The Scripture says that God is the potter and we are the clay. The potter takes a lump of clay and spins it on his wheel. The clay could say, "I'm tired of going in circles. Let me off this wheel." The clay doesn't realize that while it's spinning, the potter is molding it. It's rising up from a lump of clay into a beautiful vase. After it has gone through the process, it would tell you, "I didn't like the spinning, but without it I wouldn't be what I am." You may feel like you're spinning today. You're doing the same thing over and over and don't see much progress. But when it feels like you're going in circles, something is happening that you can't see. You're coming up higher. God is molding your character. It may seem routine, but when you're faithful where you are, when you have a song of praise when you could be complaining, you're rising higher. Trust Him when you're spinning. Trust Him when you're in the routine. PRAYER FOR TODAY: Father, thank You that my life is in Your hands, and You are shaping my life like a potter not just my dreams and goals, but my character. Thank You that You are working in the routine to mold my life into Your image. I trust You whether I’m seeing progress or not. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

As the Year Ends, Celebrate Your Wins—No Matter How Small 👇🏽 Did you know that 90% of people focus more on what they didn’t achieve than what they did? As 2024 wraps up, it’s tempting to look at the calendar and think, “I didn’t do enough.” You might feel that the days left are too few to accomplish anything significant. But here’s a truth to hold onto: every step forward this year was progress. No matter how small or unremarkable it seems, your journey is worth celebrating. Think about it—how often do you pause to reflect on how far you’ve come? Maybe you didn’t achieve everything on your vision board, but you showed up. You grew, you persevered, and you’re still here. That alone is worth celebrating. Too often, we let the noise of others’ achievements drown out our own. But your journey is yours. It’s not meant to look like anyone else’s. This year, you may have taken a tiny step that set the foundation for something bigger. You may have faced setbacks but got back up. That’s strength. That’s growth. And that’s worth honoring. Why Celebrating Small Wins Matters Celebrating your wins—no matter how “insignificant” they feel—does more than lift your mood. It validates your effort, reminding you that every bit of effort counts. It builds resilience, fueling your confidence to face challenges ahead. It keeps you grounded, shifting your perspective from scarcity to gratitude. A Gentle Reminder for the Final Days of 2024 As the year closes, take time to celebrate: 1. The big moments: Maybe you landed a new job, started a business, or reached a major milestone. 2. The quiet victories: Did you rest more? Learn a new skill? Strengthen a relationship?. 3. The battles you fought: Perhaps this year was about survival—showing up when it was hard to keep going. That matters. Your path isn’t meant to be compared to someone else’s. What looks like a small step to others might have been a giant leap for you. Celebrate the fact that you are still moving forward. Remember: success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out. As You Step Into 2025 Take the lessons and wins of this year with you. Use them as a reminder of your resilience and potential. Be grateful. Celebrate you. 👉🏽 Share one thing you’re proud of from 2024 in the comments. #BookOfChris #ChrisTips #ElileojoBlog #PersonalDevelopment #Gratitude #Reflection

When you focus on progress over perfection, you'll achieve more than you realize. ~ C.N. #BookOfChris

Good Morning and Welcome to November! As you step into this new month, take a moment to reflect on the lessons learned and the victories—big or small—that October brought your way. November is a fresh canvas, ready to be painted with your aspirations and goals. Embrace the opportunities ahead with an open heart and a determined mind. Here’s an affirmation for this month: _"I welcome November with gratitude and confidence. I am open to new opportunities, and I trust that abundance and success are flowing into my life."_ Wishing you a month filled with progress, joy, and prosperity. What are you most excited to achieve this November? #BookOfChris #elileojoblog #ChrisOfCreativity #ChrisTips #contentmarketing #personaldevelopment

Great projects aren’t built overnight—they’re crafted through persistence, precision, and passion. Each day presents new challenges, but it’s the commitment to progress that makes all the difference. Stay focused, tackle each challenge head-on, and remember: progress is progress, no matter how small. #ThursdayMotivation #ProjectManagement #Progress #Leadership #GrowthMindset

𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴! 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝘄𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. It's Weekend already! This week went by pretty fast. Let's have an honest conversation about something we've all felt but rarely discuss openly. You know that feeling when you catch up with old friends? That subtle ache in your chest when you see your peers landing dream jobs, buying homes, or reaching milestones you're still working towards? I've been there. We all have. That moment when you wonder, "Am I falling behind?" But here's the truth I've learned along my journey: 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒍𝒚 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒚𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒇. Think about it for a moment. When you feel that rush to "catch up," ask yourself: Catch up to what? To whom? Every person you see as "ahead" is running their own unique race, with different: -Starting points -Challenges -Resources -Life circumstances -Personal definitions of success Here’s the truth: the real competition isn’t out there—it's you vs. you. Every single day, the version of yourself from yesterday is your only rival. 𝘚𝘰 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘵𝘳𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘪𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘦𝘭𝘴𝘦’𝘴 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺. Some people are late bloomers, but that doesn’t make their growth any less valuable. It's about the lessons, the persistence, and the courage to not back down. 𝑰𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒆𝒓 3 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒆𝒍𝒔𝒆'𝒔 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒆𝒓 30, 𝑳𝒐𝒐𝒌 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒊𝒓𝒓𝒐𝒓, 𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒏 𝒖𝒑 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒄𝒖𝒔 𝒐𝒏 𝒘𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚. Remember: You're not behind. You're not early. You're right on time for YOUR journey. As we head into the weekend, this is another chance to strategize, reflect, and do a little bit more. Keep challenging yesterday’s version of you, and never forget that progress is progress, no matter the pace. I'd love to hear from you: What's one way you've grown compared to your past self? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Happy Weekend!!! #SelfGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #MindsetMatters #YouAreYourCompetition #WeekendMotivation #ProgressNotPerfection #Inspiration

_Sunday Afternoon Reflections "As the day unwinds and the sun shines bright, take a moment to reflect on your journey. You've made it through the week, and now it's time to recharge for the week ahead. _Celebrate your wins _Learn from your setbacks _Recharge your spirit Remember, every step forward is progress, no matter how small. _You are closer to your dreams _You are stronger than you think _You are capable of achieving more Take a deep breath, relax, and let the calm of Sunday envelop you. You've got this! #SundayVibes #AfternoonReflections #Motivation #Inspiration #SelfCare !

The Project Lifecycle: A Roadmap to Success👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 A well-structured project lifecycle is essential for ensuring successful project outcomes. By following a defined framework, you can effectively plan, execute, and monitor projects, minimizing risks and maximizing efficiency. Key Stages of the Project Lifecycle: * Initiation: Defining project goals, scope, and deliverables. * Planning: Developing a detailed project plan, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. * Execution: Implementing the project plan and addressing challenges. * Monitoring and Control: Tracking progress, identifying risks, and making necessary adjustments. * Closing: Completing the project, documenting lessons learned, and obtaining final approval. Keep an eye on my post tomorrow as we will be discussing the importance of the project lifecycle. I hope to see you there! 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊 Are you looking for a project manager ? Let's connect! #projectmanagement #projectlifecycle #success #efficiency #leadership #OpenToWork

Growth is progressive 🙌 ✨️ #Growthmindset

*STORY POINTS are only for developers* Naaah!! This is just a "myth" 🎓 Story points are often shrouded in myths and misconceptions. A few of which include 👉 Believing they measure time directly 👉 Assuming they are always precise 👉 Thinking they can be compared across teams 👉 Having the assumption that they are only used for software development 👉 Presuming they are a direct measure of progress 🎓 What is a Story Point.... This is a unit of measure used in Agile project management to estimate the relative effort required to fully implement a user story or a product backlog item It is a relative measure of complexity, efforts, and size of a task. 👉 In simpler terms, story points are used to estimate the difficulty, risk and complexity of a task or user story. The most common scale used to estimate story points is.... 📌The *FIBONACCI SEQUENCE* 👉 Named after the Italian mathematician - "Leonardo Fibonacci" in the 13th century, the Fibonacci Sequence is a series of numbers in which each number is a sum of the 2 preceeding numbers. Just like 👉 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, and so on... Where tasks with the lesser numbers are considered simple tasks while those with the higher numbers are considered complex tasks. ♾ Remember, 👉 Story points are relative and team specific so they shouldn't be compared across teams or used as direct measure of individual performance. 👉 Also, in as much as story points are commonly used, they are "not mandatory". 📌 Other methods like T-Shirt sizing or simply tracking the completed stories without assigning points can still be applied. I do hope you've learnt something today. Cheers... #learningiscontinuous #Iamanarchitectofsuccessfulprojects