A Partner, Tax and Legal, at Deloitte, Gloria Boye-Doku, has urged students and young professionals to continuously learn, embrace innovation, and get mentees to shape their professional careers for success.

She also wants them to change their mindset so that they can become global and change leaders in the not-too-distant future.

Mrs. Boye Doku disclosed this at the Nestlé X ACCA Africa Youth Day Summit that took place at the UPSA Auditorium in Accra. The summit brought together students, young professionals, and industry leaders for a day of discussion on employability, career development, and the future of work in Africa.

She shared profound insights on her career journey, detailing how she navigated her path into the specialised area of tax and regulatory. Her contribution provided attendees with a realistic picture of the sector and the evolving opportunities available to young professionals.

“In life, you must constantly learn to be abreast with the changing trends in the global environment. You also need to embrace innovation…innovation is a powerful tool in today’s development. Mentorship is also very important in our academic and career journey; we must have role models who will serve as powerful mentors in the development of our leadership skills”.

She also reflected on the challenges and milestones she encountered along the way, offering practical advice to students preparing to transition from academia into the professional world.

“Another important issue is the need to change your mindset. Believe in yourself that you’ve got huge potential to succeed everywhere you go. One important career change in my life was being made a senior manager. For leadership to recognsie me, it boosted my morale. I was seconded to the UK, where I trained to become a global leader…that was a big career change in my professional life”, she explained.

“At every level, you will need mentors. There are great people you will meet at every facet of life. I still look for mentors who inspire me”, she added.

Mrs. Boye-Doku was joined by several other distinguished speakers on the panel, each bringing unique perspectives on career journey, leadership, and the dynamic nature of Africa’s workforce. Together, the panelists explored critical topics such as skills development, industry expectations, and strategies for thriving in competitive professional environments.

Beyond the panel conversations, the summit featured career talks, networking sessions, and hands-on guidance designed to equip participants with the tools needed for career readiness. Attendees engaged directly with professionals across diverse fields, benefiting from mentorship interactions and gaining clarity on career pathways.