Full Stack Leader
The Full Stack Leader is a series of interviews with today's technology leaders. The show explores what it looks like to lead in an ever-changing, unpredictable market... where one minute you have the perfect app and in the next, the system has totally changed. In each episode we sit down with a different leader to hear key stories about their leadership journey as well as run through their Top 5 Tips for inspiring great teams of coders, creators, builders, and innovative thinkers. The Full Stack Leader takes you inside the minds of some of today's most innovative thinkers and leaders.
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Wayne Hennessy-Barrett - CEO & Founder - 4G Capital
In the latest edition of the Full Stack Leader, we talked to Wayne Hennessy-Barrett, CEO and founder of 4G Capital.
Wayne discusses the FinTech landscape in Africa and elaborates on the problem of access to working capital for small businesses and the role of mobile money. He focuses on leveraging mobile technology to address fundamental financial challenges.
In the conversation, Wayne talks about the importance of courage, emphasizing that it underlies virtues such as integrity, resilience, and trust, enabling leaders to make tough decisions and navigate the unknown.
He highlights the significance of respecting others, customers, colleagues, and one's self - this fosters trust, recognition of universal values, and accountability within a team or organization.
Another great point Wayne makes is the commitment to excellence, asserting that a conscious dedication to excellence is crucial for overcoming mediocrity and unlocking individual and collective potential.