From Dreams to Action

By Tosin 'Badeniyi, PhD
- September 9, 2024

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Typically, there are two types of people in the world:

Those who dream about doing something but never take action
Those who take action and turn their dreams into reality.

Which do you want to be?

Many people remain in the first group, not because they lack ambition, but often due to failure to put in the necessary work, set clear goals, avoid procrastination, and follow through with those goals. Fear—especially the fear of failure—also holds many back from moving forward.

Whatever the case may be, make the decision today to join the second group: the doers. When you have a goal, don’t just dream about it—set a concrete plan and take action. Even if the path involves risks, understand that taking calculated risks often pays off and leads to success.

Don’t wait for the perfect moment; start where you are. The key is to act, adapt, and learn along the way. That’s how real progress is made.

Tosin 'Badeniyi, PhD

Tosin ‘Badeniyi, a Professor at the Department of Biotechnology and Food Science at Durban University of Technology, South Africa, holds a doctoral degree in Food Science from University of Pretoria South Africa. Since 2001, he has conducted research and lectured internationally in the area of food quality and safety. He is the editor of Food Science and Technology: Trends and Future Prospects and has published numerous scientific publications as well as four inspirational books.