When I think about recognition in my career, I don’t picture awards on a shelf or certificates in a folder. I think of the quiet messages from clients after a launch, the handwritten thank-you cards from NGOs, and the LinkedIn notes from peers who saw value in our collaborations. These are the real markers of trust and they’ve shaped my journey as much as the projects themselves.
From First Clients to Lasting Partnerships
Early on, when I worked with RR Donnelley, recognition came in the form of “Performance Excellence” awards and personal notes from colleagues. At the time, I didn’t fully grasp the weight of those words but they became a compass. If seasoned industry leaders valued my approach, it meant I was building not just projects, but credibility.
Recognition in Communities
As I grew into digital strategy roles, recognition began to extend beyond clients. NGOs like Akintunde Foundation and GT Diverse sent heartfelt thank-you notes for pro bono digital support. Their messages weren’t about KPIs or ROI; they were about impact reaching more people, telling better stories, creating new opportunities. That validation reminded me that technology isn’t only about profit; it’s about people.
Endorsements in Business Growth
Over the last five years, working with UK SMEs like Dotnpix, PrintJobDone, Movemates, and Shoreditch Tech Trading Ltd, recognition started to look more formal: testimonials citing traffic growth, LinkedIn recommendations celebrating leadership in SEO/CRO, repeat contracts, and referrals. Every project delivered numbers, but the real achievement was hearing phrases like:
“We finally started ranking for the services that matter.”
“Our site was launched faster and cheaper than any agency could promise.”
“The new system saved us hours every week.”
Those words turned into reputation, and reputation turned into new opportunities.
Global Echoes
Recognition also began crossing borders. Meoun students in India, Movemates clients in Europe, and digital peers across the world added their voices. What started in one city became a chorus from multiple geographies, each reinforcing the same message: measurable impact builds lasting credibility.
Why This Recognition Matters
To me, these endorsements are more than flattering words. They are independent proof that innovation and leadership can be trusted. They show that when I promise results, they arrive. And they confirm something I believe deeply: recognition isn’t what you claim, it’s what others give you when you’ve earned it.
