Author: Chigozie

Being a student can be challenging sometimes. You may find yourself bogged down with work, trying really hard to get your grades up in order to reach your goals and ambitions for the future. You are not alone, as almost every student goes through this, and if you don’t structure your time right, it can […]

It’s totally normal for employees to face dips in motivation, but it becomes a problem when your colleagues are consistently disengaged. That’s why we have written some great tips to help keep you and your team motivated, day in and day out. So, here are 11 ways to keep yourself and your employees motivated. Recognize […]

Job searching, like life, could use a few shortcuts, too. Who wouldn’t want to cut time off the laborious process of trying to find your next move, and get a job offer a little faster? Well, job hunting involves more than searching for open positions and sending your resume to employers. You also need to […]

Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out in your career, it’s essential to have a career plan which keeps you focused on your career goals. A plan also helps you make effective career decisions and respond to new opportunities. While everybody’s career plan is unique, some common elements and strategies can result in effective career planning. Develop your […]

Your elevator pitch is a way to share your expertise and credentials quickly and effectively with people who don’t know you. When done right, this short speech helps you introduce yourself to career and business connections in a compelling way. It can help you build your network, land a job, or connect with new colleagues on your first […]

Social networking is a skill that anyone who wants to advance in their career should learn. Your potential clients, employers, associates, etc. are online, and it takes some skills to know how to approach them, start a conversation and in some cases, make offers. Social networking has helped a lot of people land good jobs, […]

Internships continue to be a valuable experience for students and graduates in any field. They provide on-the-job training and real-world experience that can be difficult to achieve in a classroom setting. However, internship hunting for freshers can be quite testing in the current scenario as new graduates face a lot more competition and far fewer opportunities. In […]

It seems that every networking event comes with a few cringe-worthy moments. From listening to a self-indulgent sales pitch to being asked out on a date, sweaty handshakes, and annoying name-dropping, being on the receiving end of networking mistakes isn’t fun. The consequences are even worse if you’re the offender. An unfortunate faux pas could […]

Whether you are a student, professional, or entrepreneur, networking is one of the most important things you can do to advance your career. The importance of the saying “no man is an Island” has been proved to be the reason why many of us need to make a collective effort in the bid to achieve professional success. Meanwhile, […]

You may have heard this statement: “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” The second part of that statement is especially true. So, how do you get that “who you know” factor in your corner? Networking. Whether you like meeting people face to face or prefer to connect electronically, there are a variety […]

As a freelancer, you need multiple skills. The skills required to render your service is not just enough to make you successful. However, for most freelancers, apart from the skills required to render their service, others are usually overlooked. One of them is how to manage your personal finances as a freelancer. Working for yourself has […]

You will agree with me that starting a business sounds appealing. You get to be your own boss, do what you love and work your own hours. But there are questions you need to ask yourself before you start a business which you may not think about in the moment. Honestly answering those questions will […]

Being an entrepreneur can be a real juggling act. If you aren’t constantly trying to improve your productivity, it’s only a matter of time before you begin to underperform. Hoping to boost employee productivity and build a healthier team? Here are some helpful tips. Use Time Blocks These are mini blocks of scheduled time throughout your day […]

If you want to be a successful leader, you have to learn how to meaningfully communicate with others. In fact, un any walk of life you are in, honing your communication skills is very important. So, here are some ways you can improve your communication skills in order to become a more effective leader. Be an active […]

Stagnation in career is a state where the person is glued to a set position, away from the opportunities of escalation on professional grounds. Getting complacent around a job that makes you ‘feel comfortable’ can happen quite unconsciously. The amenities and the compensation benefits that come with the job could have stopped you from looking […]

If you ever feel like your job is taking over your whole life, you are not alone. The fact is, it is very common for jobs to occasionally spill into spare time. But it is important to try and draw the line between work hours and time spent outside work. Basically, it all comes down to […]

Whether you’re working at a large international corporation, an emerging startup, or a small business, good work habits are essential for anyone who wants to succeed in his or her job. Regardless of how long you have been in your field, the principles are the same: Act professionally, show interest, and work hard. Here are […]

You will agree with me that most 9 to 5 jobs don’t pay the bills. Especially if you’re just starting out in your career. When you calculate the cost of rent, food, bills, and transportation, you might realize that you barely have anything left over. A side hustle is a way to make money outside […]

Everyone has a unique gift, something that is just undeniably you and is very useful to those around you. It’s much more than a skill, it is an ingrained strength fueled by your deepest passions, and nurtured by an unwavering sense of purpose. Yet, many people struggle to recognize the special qualities and talents they […]

Being a life coach, just like every other coach, requires that one possess some qualities. Basically, it is those qualities that makes one a successful coach. Some qualities help an individual succeed as a life coach more than others since certification is not required to become a successful life coach. If you are looking to […]

About 20% of customers are lost by an average business annually, due to lack of cordial relationship. Acquiring new leads is great, but retaining existing customers should be your primary focus. Because, several studies found that 68% of sales comes from existing customers. If you lose a customer, you have wasted 7x the resources used in converting them. You shouldn’t […]

When a group of people come together, the major aim is to achieve any goal that they might have. Productivity will always be their focus. But success does not come cheap. If a team is productive and achieves their goal, it is because they possess some qualities. Let us look at some of those qualities. […]

You have been invited to that interview, after all the stress it took you to apply. Congratulations. But the journey is not yet over. Its now time to prepare for the interview. You might have a great CV, years of working experience and all those, but you need to learn some other tips that will […]

Providing feedback is important if you want your employees know how they are performing and what is expected of them, and it is part of supporting your team’s learning and development. Great constructive feedback helps employees recognize and avoid their mistakes and inspires them to achieve their potential. One important thing to note, is that […]

Meeting strangers in a position of authority, talking about yourself, being evaluated and judged on your appearance, demeanor, and ability to sell yourself—these are all triggers for social anxiety. Interview anxiety can be an obstacle for those looking for work. For those with social anxiety disorder (SAD), job interviews can be even more difficult. However, there are also […]

For most people, a day does not go by that you are not selling something to somebody. When you are trying to convince someone to change a point of view and to come around to your way of thinking, you are selling. on a professional level if you make offers to people, you will discover […]

Content marketing is the form of marketing which is mainly focused on creating and distributing contents to a target audience online, with the plan to satisfy the top and middle objective of your business sales funnel, which are awareness and engagement goals. Most businesses use content marketing in the form of email newsletters, blogs, social media […]

Every manager struggles to keep employees motivated from time to time, but great managers know that employee motivation is key to overall success. Remember that a happy team of employees leads to a profitable company. But employee happiness is not something that just takes care of itself. It is a piece of your company culture […]

Normally, after staying several years at the same company, a worker will definitely start to consider negotiating for a pay raise, not just as part of career growth but also to cope with the economy. Off course, salaries and other benefits are major reasons people work. For some companies, there is a standard procedure for promotions, […]

As you prepare to interview these potential employees, it is important to look beyond the technical skills which are only part of the picture when it comes to finding the right person for the job. In fact, soft skills are just as important as hard skills when it comes to evaluating candidates for a job. […]

Most times, we use mentor and role model interchangeably. Although both words are similar in meaning, but has it also ever occurred to you that there is a distinct difference between the two words? This article hopes to answer this question and help you understand the importance of mentors and role models. Mentorship consists of […]

Procrastination is a big killer of dreams. Delaying, putting off things, slacking, hiding from work, facing work only when it’s unavoidable, then repeating this loop all over again. When we procrastinate, we waste our free time and put off important tasks we should be doing till it is too late. Then at the last hour, […]

It is a fact that whatever path you are going, someone else have gone through it. Basically, the idea of having a mentor is to get that someone to show you the way, so you avoid unnecessary mistakes. However, getting the right mentor for your specific needs takes time and research to find the best […]

You will agree with me that one of the best ways to break into a chosen field or learn more about becoming an entrepreneur is to find someone that has gone before you and gained success at the same goal. This person has the ability to provide valuable advice and encouragement to you as a […]

Were you ever asked what you would like to be when you grow up when you were younger? If yes, what they were asking you, is your career path. As we grow, we begin to consciously or unconsciously choose a career path for ourselves. It is very important to take time to consciously make this […]

Teamwork skills is one of the necessary skills you should possess, if you work with a group of people in a team. It makes your relationship with the other team members seamless, increases your chances for raises, promotions and other earnings. No matter your experience level or position, continuously focusing on becoming a better team […]

Working in the midst of people who don’t like you or your company can be very frustrating. You can’t be an effective team player if your colleagues don’t like or connect with you. You will be a one-man-squad in a team. Therefore, getting you colleagues to like and connect with you is a necessary task. […]

No doubt, everyone wants certainty, in everything. And our career in not an exemption. However, uncertainty is everywhere. As human beings, we crave security and a sense of control, but there is a limit to what we can actually control. However, even in the midst of uncertainty, we can find ways to control or limit […]

One of the most difficult challenges you will have at your place of work is a difficult or bad. It can be frustrating, and at a point you might consider quitting. You might be in that point now. But before you decide to take the last step of quitting your job, we have outlined some […]

There are many reasons why many people fail to achieve their goals. It could be self-doubt, lack of commitment and motivation, or lack of focus. Somewhere along the way, they have decided to set their goals aside and put their attention elsewhere. Sometimes also, It could be that the goals were not set rightly. If […]

Learning to avoid workplace gossip that lead to negativity is vital to focusing on your work and being more productive. If you perceive that gossip is a problem in your office, what should you do? The fact is, you may not be able to change the corporate culture overnight, but you can change your own […]

You may have definitely heard the saying, “first impression matters”. That is absolutely true. Although you can correct a first bad impression by getting it right the second time, it will cost less to get it right the first time. Your first day at a new job is always memorable and eventful. You’ll need to […]

One of the problems most people have, which leads to underperformance, procrastination, and the likes, is time management. Everyone have 24-hours in a day, but the difference between top performers, and low performers, is the ability top manage the 24 hours in order to be more productive. There have been a lot of tips on […]