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Strategies For Overcoming Career Challenges

2023-03-20T07:41:17+00:00

While career challenges can be disheartening, it is important to remember that they are a natural part of the career process and can be overcome with the right strategies and mindset. These challenges could come in the form of rejections, disappointments, lack of opportunities, or even layoffs. In the face of these obstacles, it is easy to feel discouraged and lose motivation, but it is important to understand that setbacks are a natural part of any career journey. The key is to have the right strategies to overcome these obstacles and emerge stronger and more determined. Here are some strategies for [...]

Strategies For Overcoming Career Challenges2023-03-20T07:41:17+00:00

How to Change Industries or Career as a Young Professional

2023-02-27T21:36:31+00:00

Changing industries or careers as a young professional can be challenging, but it's definitely possible with the right approach and mindset. Here are some steps you can take to successfully transition to a new industry or career: Assess your skills and interests: Before you start applying for jobs in a new industry or career, it's important to evaluate your skills and interests. Make a list of your strengths and weaknesses, and think about what you enjoy doing. This will help you identify industries or careers that might be a good fit for you. Research potential industries and careers: Once you've identified [...]

How to Change Industries or Career as a Young Professional2023-02-27T21:36:31+00:00

How to Improve your Financial Wellness

2022-11-14T15:34:03+00:00

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

Mentee Experience: The GROW Mentorship Programme

2022-09-30T11:10:21+00:00

  We had a chat with Thelma Chuma about her experience with the GROW Mentorship Programme so far. For Thelma, it was love at first sight and all she needed when she heard about the clarion call for the application. She was convinced that it will be an important step towards building a better career and personal development. What Inspired you to join the programme? For me, it was also about looking for new perspectives. I wanted to be accountable, and I needed someone to hold me accountable while guiding me. Luckily for me, the GROW Tribe, which I am a [...]

Mentee Experience: The GROW Mentorship Programme2022-09-30T11:10:21+00:00

How to Write your Scholarship Essays- Chevening Scholarship

2022-08-31T15:08:22+00:00

Your goal when scholarship application essays is simple: stand out as one of the most qualified and interesting applicants. This be your main goal and knowing this fact will help you achieve your goal, which is to get a scholarship. They are so many techniques and strategies that could be used for writing an amazing scholarship. However, the STAR technique will be talked about here. The Chevening scholarship is one of the prestigious scholarships in the world. This scholarship is competitive but not if you know this secret on how to write the four important essays on the Chevening Scholarship application. [...]

How to Write your Scholarship Essays- Chevening Scholarship2022-08-31T15:08:22+00:00

Stuck in a Career Path you are Unhappy with?

2022-09-27T07:56:59+00:00

It is important to say that an average human get unhappy with their career path or job at some time in their life. However, what is important is how you get unstuck and move forward. As humans, our needs are insatiable and changes constantly, so it is normal for you to always want a better job or a career that makes you happy and fulfilled. Your job should fulfil you emotionally, financially, and intellectually, therefore, it is okay to want a change when you are not getting any of these. Are you stuck at a job you no longer love?  Are [...]

Stuck in a Career Path you are Unhappy with?2022-09-27T07:56:59+00:00

Develop your Financial Goals with these Tips

2022-05-31T09:41:42+00:00

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 [...]

Develop your Financial Goals with these Tips2022-05-31T09:41:42+00:00

Goal Setting Books for Personal Development

2022-05-31T09:30:47+00:00

I have always been a self-help book advocate because I have grown immensely since I started reading voraciously for years. Reading changed my life tremendously; some self-help books contain  secrets you cannot find online until you search deep. These books have impacted my life in a major way and that is why I want to share them with you. The most important part of reading is when you put what you have learned into actions; I have listed few books that positively affected by personal development below. GETTING THINGS DONE BY DAVID ALLEN If you value productivity and are constantly looking [...]

Goal Setting Books for Personal Development2022-05-31T09:30:47+00:00

How to brand your business as an entrepreneur

2022-03-16T10:55:38+00:00

Branding is more than your business logo or your brand colours, it is the why of your business, the who and how of your brand, usually in visual form. Have you ever wondered how Coca-Cola has managed to stay in business for decades without compromising on its product? Branding! It is the heart of their business and they have been able to connect with their consumers in a special way. Branding is an opportunity to connect with your audience and give them an experience of a lifetime. It is the process of inviting them into your space and making them feel [...]

How to brand your business as an entrepreneur2022-03-16T10:55:38+00:00

Must Reads if you are Changing Careers

2022-03-15T13:44:10+00:00

Hi there, Over time, individuals who have switched careers have attested to the Some books can help you strategize and prepare for potential obstacles. Furthermore, transforming your professional life can feel like an overwhelming task, but reading professional books that will set you on the right path will give you a new perspective. When switching careers, what you basically need is an element of inspiration and practical advice to guide you into believing in yourself. Here are 5 must-reads to guide you. THE WORK BY WES MOORE This book details new ways how to create success in new and meaningful ways. [...]

Must Reads if you are Changing Careers2022-03-15T13:44:10+00:00