By John Kariuki

The Chairperson of the Kenya National Association of Private Colleges (KENAPCO), Dr. Ekrah Ndung’u, has urged individuals to remain consistent and focused on achieving their goals, warning against the common tendency to abandon resolutions soon after the New Year begins.

Speaking during an event, Dr. Ndung’u highlighted that while setting goals and creating momentum is essential, many people lose focus by the second Friday of January—a day commonly referred to as “Quitter’s Day.” This day marks the time when New Year resolutions start to fade for most.

“I’m a firm believer in setting goals, creating momentum, and taking consistent action. But here’s the truth: no matter how motivated we are on January 1st, most people start to lose steam by the second Friday of the year,” she said.

Dr. Ndung’u emphasized the importance of consistency in maintaining long-term success, comparing it to a football match where celebrations must wait until the final whistle.

“Success expires,” she cautioned. “As soon as you hit one goal, park it and keep trying to hit the next one. Ask football coaches—they know this! Until the final whistle is blown, there’s no room for complacency.”

Referring to a prestigious award she had recently received, Dr. Ndung’u termed it her “expired success,” stating it was now part of her history and legacy for her grandchildren.

“This award here is my expired success—it’s now history for my grandchildren. What matters is what I do next, not what I achieved yesterday,” she remarked.

Dr. Ndung’u’s message is a powerful reminder that success is not a one-time achievement but a continuous journey that requires determination and perseverance.