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Major Red Flags on CVs You Should Know

Some of us have been sending out applications for our dream job, but do we get called back for the next stage? Some of us have all the required skills for advertised jobs; our cover letter is engaging and highlights our abilities, but do we get the job? It might be our resume. Have some of us thought about this? Hiring managers often spend a lot of time looking through several resumes and finding the perfect candidate for the job. However, some of us candidates, through our resumes make the recruiting process harder for hiring managers. You do not want to [...]

Major Red Flags on CVs You Should Know2023-02-08T08:16:48+00:00

It’s not too Late to Plan your Year Financially

The start of a new year offers an opportunity to reflect on the past and set goals for the future. Revisiting both your personal and financial goals can help set you up for success in 2023 and beyond. Manage your Wealth. Here are six ways to kick off the new year with fresh a perspective: Revisit Your Household Budget Start the year by revisiting your budget. Assess your average monthly income, as well as your fixed and variable expenses, and determine your financial priorities for 2023 to develop the ideal budget for you. Reassessing your budget may be especially valuable now, as [...]

It’s not too Late to Plan your Year Financially2023-02-08T08:14:02+00:00

How to Create Financial Goals for the Year

As individuals, we all have different priorities, therefore financial goals should not be a one size fits all rather, they should be created according to your preference. Creating a financial goal should be based on your income, expenses, budget and how much you want to invest. Therefore, there is no fixed formula or template for that. You should also bear in mind that the purpose of creating a financial goal for the year is to have a foresight of what your finances would look like. All it takes is planning and execution. Here are some tips for you. QUANTIFY YOUR GOALS [...]

How to Create Financial Goals for the Year2023-01-18T12:55:56+00:00

How to Find a Job with no Experience

Employers are often in search of candidates who have required experience and skills to do a job As an entry level candidate with little or no experience, how do you navigate the job market? Below are a few tips. EDUCATE YOURSELF Educating yourself means investing in yourself. You need to step out of your comfort zone to gain the experience that you need. Take classes, attend workshops, get professional certificates with a whole lot of dedication and commitment. Search for more knowledge within your career and tailor that knowledge to your chosen career path. A convenient way of gaining experience could [...]

How to Find a Job with no Experience2022-12-12T06:30:46+00:00

Linkedln Hacks to Land a Job Interview in the New Year

This new year, let's all activate and make use of Linkedln. Lots of recruiters make use of LinkedIn to source and hire candidates. You could use LinkedIn to your advantage if you are spending time there. Optimize your profile to impress your recruiters and beat other candidates. UPDATE YOUR PROFILE Your employer wants to see your recent career achievements and skills. Did you know that employers review your profile just to have an insight of who you are and what you can offer them? You get an extra mark when that potential interviewer checks out your profile and sees an updated [...]

Linkedln Hacks to Land a Job Interview in the New Year2022-12-12T06:25:41+00:00

These are some Habits You Should Take on Now

The sooner you learn how to develop yourself professionally, the closer you are to achieving your career goals. There are some professional habits you need to start developing in your twenties as this is a crucial time to build your career. Therefore, creating professional habits early enough will help you achieve your goals and lay a good foundation for your success. You might be wondering, what are professional habits and why is professionalism important? Developing and exhibiting professional habits is the easiest way to show competency in your work and your personal life. Additionally, it helps with your productivity as you [...]

These are some Habits You Should Take on Now2022-12-02T16:18:51+00:00

How to Secure Your Dream Job With a Low G.P.A

Securing Your Dream Job With a Low G.P.A Do GPA’S still affect how we are viewed and perceived by potential employers? Yes? No? Let me help you, yes, yes, yes! GPA’s still matter to prospective employers and although many now pick experience and other skills over your GPA, it is still very important. However, as time goes by and as you go up your career ladder, there would be a significant decrease in the need to know your GPA, and experience under your belt matters more(no one asks a 52-year-old executive what grade she got in First year Math).  Going by [...]

How to Secure Your Dream Job With a Low G.P.A2022-11-21T06:33:15+00:00

Exam Preparation: These are Ten study tips for You

Exam preparation: Ten study tips Preparing for exams? Give yourself the best chance with these top ten study tips, and try not to let the stress get to you! Remember: you've got this. Give yourself enough time to study Don't leave it until the last minute. While some students do seem to thrive on last-minute cramming, it's widely accepted that (for most of us) this is not the best way to approach an exam. To help sort out your time management, set up a timetable for your study. Write down how many exams you have and the days on which you [...]

Exam Preparation: These are Ten study tips for You2022-11-21T06:29:15+00:00

How to Improve your Financial Wellness

As individuals, we all have different priorities, therefore financials goals should not be a one size fits all rather, it should be created according to your preference. Creating a financial goal should be based on your income, expenses, budget and how much you want to invest. Therefore, there is no fixed formula or template for that. You should also bear in mind that the purpose of creating a financial goal for the year is to have a foresight of what your finances would look like. All it takes is planning and execution. Here are some tips for you. QUANTIFY YOUR GOALS [...]

How to Improve your Financial Wellness2022-11-14T15:34:03+00:00

Secrets to Turning your Internship into a Job Offer.

Have you ever wondered how interns become full time employers? Let me share my story with you. I started with a contract position and upon completion, I was offered a full-time role with benefits. Do you want to learn the secrets? LEARN EVERYTHING I was flexible while interning. I was always inquisitive about what others were doing and how I can get information from them. Flexibility is important when you are starting your career. It is essential that you learn as much as possible because the knowledge you gain is invaluable and could be useful to you when you start a [...]

Secrets to Turning your Internship into a Job Offer.2022-11-14T15:29:40+00:00
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