Avoid excuses; avoid blaming others and giving excuses. Face up to sit — Florence Dolphyne

"Treat people with respect no matter who they are. Don’t allow your challenges to negatively affect the good relationships you have built."

"Cultivate a good work ethic. Avoid excuses and don’t disappoint those who depend on you."

"Your age or gender does not determine whether you have leadership potential. Don’t let them deter you."

"Take responsibility and say sorry if you must. It can heal many wounds and resolve complex situations."

"Mfantsipim was an interesting experience, we were the second set of girls who went there for the sixth form because Wesley Girls then didn’t have the sixth form. Before that, there was a group of girls from Wesley Girls School who did their sixth form at St Augustine’s and then later the headmistress decided that we go to Mfantsipim."

"Treasure the gift of family, not just nuclear but also extended. It’s a highly beneficial network. The family unit must be nurtured and preserved."