Repeatedly making some common mistakes when applying for jobs online could impact your job prospects and prolong your unemployment. With the advances in technology and exposure, searching for jobs online is easier than taking your resume from one office to another. It makes it easier to search for jobs, and you can apply to more at the same time. Despite...
Starting a business is great, but an entrepreneur’s life can be a roller coaster, coupled with challenges and obstacles. Before you start your business, it is great to be equipped by acquiring the knowledge needed to grow. Here are some essential tips you need before starting your business. 1. Have a business plan If you’re not seeking outside funding...
Interviews are a big deal; however, while most candidates spend their time preparing to answer questions about their skills, experience, and qualifications, there is another part of the interview that is just as important: the questions you ask the interviewer. When an interviewer asks, “Do you have any questions for us?” saying “No” may mean you are missing an opportunity...
The beauty industry is getting an innovation that has probably long been overdue through HaloBraid, made by Nigerian biomechanical engineer and Harvard graduate Yinka Ogunbiyi. HaloBraid is a robotic braiding assistant designed to help professional hairstylists work faster while reducing the physical strain that comes with hours of braiding. As it continues to create a buzz, here are some interesting...
Sometimes your work environment is so toxic that you find yourself rushing to the bathroom once in a while to burn off some anger. “Why don’t you quit?” Friends and family ask you, but you cannot answer because you know you need that income. Anyway, there are some rules you can follow to survive your toxic workplace. Here are some...
If you desire productivity, nothing sabotages it quite like bad habits, and to move forward, you need to break them. As you know, productivity is everything in life, business, and career. However, for most people, becoming as productive as they would like to be or need to be is a goal they are struggling to fulfill. When we try to...
The words ‘social media influencer’ and ‘brand influencer’ have been used a lot in recent times and are fast becoming a marketing phenomenon. A brand influencer can be defined as an individual who has the power to affect the purchase decisions of others because of his/her authority, knowledge, position, or relationship with his/her audience. An influencer has access to a...
As the demand for convenient and budget-friendly food continues to grow in Nigeria, starting a street food business has become one of the most profitable small business opportunities in the country. The good news is that you don’t need millions of naira to get started. With the right location, quality food, and excellent customer service, you can build a thriving...
As a woman, dealing with sexual harassment at work can be disheartening and frustrating. It also requires tact and taking the necessary steps to protect yourself. Harassment can include “sexual harassment,” or unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, sexual violence, and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO, 2021), it...
The emergence of ready-to-wear (RTW) has changed the game of fashion, with Nigeria taking top position as one of the largest and most vibrant in Africa. As women increasingly seek stylish, affordable, and convenient clothing options, RTW brands are filling the gap by offering ready-made outfits that can be purchased and worn immediately, unlike traditional tailoring, which often requires multiple...