I remember the day when I decided to tell my mom that I do not want to go to medical school, and that I will switch my major from biology to psychology. A lot was going through my mind, and I wasn’t sure how I was going to tell her. I knew there was a …
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During my days as an intern I was called into the office of the CEO to have a meeting with her. She was telling me about my potential but then asked me about my reading habits. I told her I like reading, and I read the newspaper here and there, and then she proceeded to …
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Cover letters are now an essential component to the application process. When a company receives hundreds of resumes just like yours a great way to stand out is what in your cover letter. Now normally I advise people to write in their cover letter amazing facts about their experience from being able reduce compliance issues by 30% or generate …
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One of my post was on Nairaland’s main boards, and a person wrote, “Why would I ever send a thank you letter to a Nigerian employer”. I thought it was funny that the person said this because my push back to them was why not. It doesn’t matter where you are in the world, people appreciate the phrase thank …
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I love fashion and just because I work in the corporate world does not limit my personality in my clothes. The days are long gone where you have to stick to black, blue, and a grey wardrobe for work, but keep in mind that you still leave an impression on everyone you work with. It is important …
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