There are two ultimate factors often considered when making a career decision; making high income and building a long term career. Despite Nigeria’s wide career space, these two factors cause high concentration on certain professional roles in fields such as nursing, law, engineering, and even the trendy tech-based roles. Consequently, competition is high, requirements are…
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So, there are so many intricacies to Navigating the details of an offer in Africa. Some organizations offer benefits like Health Insurance, Travel Allowance, Paid Leave, Educational Budget, and so on. However, some take it a step further by offering you a piece of the company a.k.a an Equity offer.
That’s the real clincher but…
You did it! The steadfastness, skills, and dedication you’ve displayed all through earned you the job. It’s truly admirable and yes, that company is lucky to have you. Still, you're about to chart a new course in your career, and settling into a new job is an important part of the process.
Your journey does not…
These days, there’s one word on millennials’ and Gen Z’s lips: “ Network” . If what came to your mind is the dance step, we know where your priorities are and we are judging you.
Networking is no doubt a big deal, and for some, it has been the deciding factor in landing their dream…
Have you heard about the buzz phrase “you either go big, or you go home”? Those who thrive in today’s organizations are those who have hacked how to stay relevant in their respective organizations. It doesn’t just happen overnight, it takes strategic positioning which includes earning the trust of your superiors and colleagues, building…
Who says you are too old to depend on your parents for support? Depending on the perspective you are viewing this statement from, personally, I think it’s one of the strategic ways to build your personal finance. I have seen a lot 23 -27 years old in a hurry to get their own apartment and…
When I think about HR, I remember Richard Williams and his ritualism geng in Living in Bondage. Between you and I, there's no need for HR in any company. See ehn, all these HR people have special table reservations in hell.
If in your career journey so far, your encounter with HR professionals has left…
After going through a pandemic jobless and finally landing a job in a closed career space, I learned two things:
1. Data is expensive but necessary;
2. Many of us are entering the job market completely clueless.
While I have no solution for problem number 1, I can help with problem number 2. This article will explore some…
What is this persistent feeling of tiredness you get from going to work? You feel even tired already at 8:00am on Monday Morning? Every time, “Shit, it’s Monday Again!”. If this is you, then you might be part of the increasing statistics of young folks experiencing burnout on a daily basis.
According to a WHO report,…
We all know how that saying goes - "he who fails to plan, plans to fail" and that's exactly right. Failing to plan your finances can get you in a shitload of financial problems and worries. Failing to plan for your lover's birthday can cause you sifia chest pain or breakfast in bed …