How Ubong Essien fired up Fidelity Bank’s Staff to a Soaring IPO Success on
June 1st 2005

“Mr. Ubong Essien’s lecture is very inspiring. His lecture reminds me of the book ‘Soar like the Eagle’. His lecture has taught me that: one should remain focused; life is what you make out of it; we should always have a positive attitude to life. There is no limit as to what we can achieve in life.” - Steve Amangho, Deputy Manager

“Frankly, I am beginning to be more enthusiastic about the upcoming IPO. Initially I was just prepared to do my best, but now I know my best can be a limitation to me. I can do a lot, in fact I will be very happy to practice all what I have learnt. I know I will make my mark.” - Akachi, BE

“The lecture is well intended and delivered. Networking is pivotal to the success of my contribution to the IPO. My action plan is to renew contacts by calling through all call cards (leverage on my opportunity to network)” - Philip Nkwocha, AM

“Essien is a seasoned motivational speaker. The lecture today is very concise, straightforward and addressed the issue at stake. Ubong Essien has propelled me to start right now to strategize and actualize my target especially with regards to the issue at stake - IPO. Watch out for me, I will make the difference - God willing. Thanks.” - Ariyoosu Ibrahim, ABE

“He just reminded me of what seemed to have been neglected; the power of focus, the determination to face challenges headlong, and that in life, everything counts and will be counted someday, sometime. His motivational talk in summary was propitious as I go into the IPO challenge.” - Austin Oriaku, Teller (Marketer)

“There are two impacts; first is that to get the IPO income, it will have to come through our wells. Second, we have to use our assets. This is what gives us the needed upliftment. The above would allow me to use my assets as the bucket to draw water/ money from my wells.” - Allan Olorunsola, ET

“Very thought-provoking and penetrating talk. Has renewed my commitment to Fidelity and to make our IPO a blazing success. I will make it happen (at all costs!)”
- Obinna Udomadu, PBG

“His speech has really charged me up. It has shown me that in the upcoming IPO, with good networking and commitment, I must surpass my target. I hope to face challenges HEADLONG.” - Francis Ogboko

“Ubong Essien has impacted my life with the lecture and 2 points I am taking home are: (1). Digging my well before I am thirsty. (2). Networking - take advantage of my assets. I have also learnt so much about the eagle and going forward I would want to model my life behaviour after the eagle. I am fired up for IPO.” - Adodo, BE.

“Quite good. Impressionable, especially the ability to relate / convey motivational talks to specifics. (Particular situations)” - Adejo, U.S. SBE.

“His teaching motivated me a lot, mostly from a level where I was to where I am now. From what I learnt from him, in terms of strategies which he impacted in me, I think in terms of marketing concerning the forthcoming IPO, I am going to be an aggressive marketer.” - Nchedo, Marketer.

“He is a motivator. I am motivated. I now know there’s always room for improvement with an eagle’s achievers mindset. I will excel in this IPO coming up and in my productivity.” - Kelechi O., FUSL.

“I think I am better prepared by way of mindset for the IPO marketing. However, the most part of the speaking was general - no real focus on marketing the IPO.”
- James Nwabuoke, SBE.

“Motivated. Gave me an insight deeper and than imagined of the eagle as a monarch of the sky. From now on I am purposed to go for the high and best.”
- Latna Ozugbe, FUSL

“I am challenged to soar high to a new level of performance, especially during the IPO marketing resourcefully applying the qualities of the eagle - vision, focus, facing challenges head on, improved networking - for optimal performance. In other words, in a planned, focus and conscious manner, I will tackle this task and exceed my target. The beauty is that this same attitude can also be applied to every other aspect of my life to excel.” - Udo Otomata, TSD.

“His speech taught or made me reflect on the following issues - That there will always be winds and storms but the way you handle them will make the difference. That the same storm that sinks a ship propels another - “Take stock or be a laughing stock”. Thus it is a matter of choice I have to make to be committed to my work and not fault my environment or leaders. I can achieve all I set out to if I plan well.”
- Marian Oriekwena, SBE

“I like the illustration. Well delivered.” - Nya, AM

“The eagle analogy encapsulated perfection in achieving set target. It is calculative, dedicated, focused and committed to its target. The eagle performance has a positive impact on my plans for the achievement of my IPO target. To leave no stone unturned, no procrastination and be positive toward achievement.”
- Fola Bakare, Deputy Manager.

“A simply invigorating session. Very factual and practical. I do believe that a purposeful application of the truths emphasized / elucidated in this session will not only help us achieve optimal results in the IPO, but also the bank’s overall goals. Mr. Ubong has delivered an excellent speech. However there’s always room for improvement.” - Tony Mokogwu, Assistant Manager.

“It was very instructive. There’s need to however also give examples of successes - nationally and internationally.” - Richard Madibo, Deputy Manager.

“The eagle perspective to life and business is quite insightful.”
- Chima Igboenyesi, Inspection & Audit

“Quite interactive and challenging. Keep it up. I have no doubt that you will go places.” - C. C. Ijezie.

“Wonderful and practical motivational talk - what a talk with the eagle!”
- Sam Obijiaju, TSP

“You have challenged me to tap into my network of friends.”
- Charles Egbunde, SBE

“The points, analysis and selective use of expressions has really boosted and triggered me from the inside. It has made me to believe in my potentials, work on my weaknesses; having I focus dedication, determination, diligence and discipline to achieve a great success such as an eagle. Thanks so much, I appreciate.”
- Ogbogu Chike, FUSL

“Little things matter and are important in building very good network. I intend to explore the little network I have built and explore it further and break new grounds courtesy of the Fidelity IPO.” - Mojeed Lawal, AM

“Speaker cuts across as a deep and selective thinker who seeks to continually identify the best way possible to achieve visible self-improvement. My goal is to emulate this quintessential attribute. Actions? Really take time out to do self-analysis and really identify my strengths which would be geared to achieve corporate and personal goals.” - Bolaji Komolafe, ABE

“”I’ve really been motivated by the speech. I’ll make good use of my assets and work on my inadequacies to excel.” - Nnamdi, ABE

“Very inspirational and quite motivating. I know that focus and determination would make me succeed in achieving my goal. This lecture is the best so far.” - Bud, SBE

“Ubong Essien was invited to motivate me and motivate me he has. Indeed I am a secretary and this is where I have always been but thanks to Ubong Essien I know now that I must set standards higher and further than my desk. What action will I take? Well, I have a target and I challenge myself to meet and exceed that target. I refuse to be boxed in - ‘I am a secretary, hence I cant leave my office’ No!! I must market this IPO and market it I will. But this does not end with the IPO. Like the eagle, commitment is my watchword henceforth. I will fly Fidelity.”
- Eyong Igiri Kassy, Secretary

“The speech has given me an insight into the life of the eagle, a bird that I had not really thought much about up till now. I’ve really learnt so much from the speech and I’m sure I’ll soar.” - Unnamed.

“Your speech just refined my belief. I strongly believe that one needs constant self-assessment and repositioning while keeping one’s focus and vision. You also mentioned a key factor which is to set high standards for self. Though I have mapped out my plans in these directions you have noted, your speech only makes me more resolute to follow through with those self-development plans.” - Saheed Ibrahim, ABE

“Ubong, your motivational speech has inspired me for more and higher action in achieving my personal and organizational goals. Above all, with what you have impacted in us, I believe I can fly higher and higher in life. Thank you and God bless.”
- Beatrice Odoche, Teller 2.

“It has inspired me and filled me with a kind of determination and boldness to face the challenges ahead.” - Gboye

“A total re-orientation of interpersonal relationship. A total re-orientation of commitment to work. Fired up to achieve results / success (IPO). Eagle orientation and performance on the job and my entire life.” - BE

“You have re-kindled the little flame in my life and make a big fire out of it. I will ensure that no mountain is too high to climb, and no obstacles or hindrances will stop me.”
- Ogundipe Olubunmi, ABE.

“He is a spirit-lifting and eloquent speaker and a motivator par excellence.”
- Emmanuel Nwachu, ET

Ubong’s speech is practical and inspirational. It has increased my belief that I will make it. I will be more determined than before.” - Enoh Michael, BE

“Highly motivational. Good voice modulation and gesture. The points were clear; good illustration and application. I learnt much on networking, commitment, focus and setting high standards. It was an excellent delivery.” - Isaac Usanga, AM

“Mr. Ubong has been able to bring out those basic attributes one needs to succeed in life. He has done that by largely emphasizing on the extraordinary qualities of the eagle.” - Abdulsalami Yahaya.