Your First Salary Negotiation: A Strategic Guide for Young Women in Nigeria

2026-03-26T16:12:59+00:00

Let’s start with a familiar situation. You’ve finally landed a job offer. After months of applications, rejections, interviews, and “we’ll get back to you,” someone finally says the words: “We’re happy to offer you the role.” Your first reaction is relief. Maybe even excitement. Then the salary comes up. For many young professionals—especially women—the instinct at that moment is simple: just accept it. After all, you don’t want to appear difficult. You don’t want the offer to disappear. And you definitely don’t want to look like you’re asking for too much. But here’s something many people only realise later in their [...]

Your First Salary Negotiation: A Strategic Guide for Young Women in Nigeria2026-03-26T16:12:59+00:00

Understanding Power Early in Your Career

2026-03-25T13:57:39+00:00

A few months into her first job in Lagos, a young graduate noticed something confusing. The colleague who worked the longest hours wasn’t the one leading projects. The smartest person on the team wasn’t the one being recommended for new opportunities. Conversations that occurred outside formal meetings sometimes seemed to influence decisions. At first, it felt unfair. But over time, she realised something important: Workplaces are not just about hard work. They are also about influence, perception, and relationships. For many young women starting their careers in Nigeria, this reality can be a surprising discovery. We are often told that success [...]

Understanding Power Early in Your Career2026-03-25T13:57:39+00:00

Apply for the University of Malta Scholarships for International Students

2025-05-07T15:49:08+00:00

The University of Malta offers tuition fee waivers for international students (outside EU/EEA) pursuing Master’s by research or Ph.D. programs. This scholarship will cover the full or partial tuition fee for the duration of the program. Scholarship Overview: Host: University of Malta Host Country: Malta Category: Postgraduate Scholarships (Master’s & Ph.D.) Eligible Countries: All Countries Reward: Full or Partial Tuition Fee Waiver Deadline: May 31, 2025 Scholarship Details: The University of Malta is dedicated to attracting top-quality students outside the EU/EEA. Full tuition fee waivers (up to 100%) will be awarded to deserving applicants. Some programs may have additional fees, like [...]

Apply for the University of Malta Scholarships for International Students2025-05-07T15:49:08+00:00

The Silent Struggle: Prioritising Mental Health

2025-02-04T14:51:43+00:00

Mental health is something we often take for granted, even though it has a profound effect on how we live, work, and interact with the world. It guides our thoughts, behaviors, and decisions, yet in the busy rhythm of daily life, we often overlook it. Whether you're a student trying to meet deadlines, a young professional climbing the corporate ladder, or someone navigating personal relationships, the demands can sometimes feel overwhelming. The need to be successful, productive, and constantly available is so ingrained in our society that we forget one crucial thing: your mental well-being is just as important as your [...]

The Silent Struggle: Prioritising Mental Health2025-02-04T14:51:43+00:00

Social Media Success: How You Can Grow Your Presence Online

2025-01-29T11:31:44+00:00

Do you know your social media profile can hold as much weight as your resume?. Yes it can!  From Instagram reels, Tiktok videos, to LinkedIn endorsements, the platforms you use daily for memes, trending gossip, and endless scrolling can also be the key to unlocking your career growth. But here’s the catch: It’s not just about posting selfies, memories, memes and gossip, or celebrating random wins—it’s about strategic storytelling. Imagine this: You are at a networking event (or a meet and greet as we like to call it). You wouldn’t just blurt out your life story to everyone you meet, right? [...]

Social Media Success: How You Can Grow Your Presence Online2025-01-29T11:31:44+00:00

Living Lean While Growing Big: How Young Entrepreneurs Can Focus on Growth Over Glamour

2025-01-21T11:03:51+00:00

In Nigeria, we know what it’s like to work hard and dream big. As a young entrepreneur, you’re probably aiming to “blow” and see your business succeed. But before getting carried away with the glitz—fancy offices, top-tier gadgets, or stylish branding—consider that prioritising growth over glamour is what will get you there. Success stories in Naija are often about people who embraced lean beginnings, kept their focus, and avoided spending unnecessarily or overspending just to look successful. Here’s how you can do it too. Know Your “Why” and Stick to It Before spending big, ask yourself why you started. Whether it’s [...]

Living Lean While Growing Big: How Young Entrepreneurs Can Focus on Growth Over Glamour2025-01-21T11:03:51+00:00

Digital Transformation: Ten Everyday Skills You Need to Thrive in an Automated World

2025-01-14T14:57:05+00:00

In today’s tech-driven world, digital transformation is everywhere—from how we order food to our banking apps. It is changing the workplace too, where automation, AI, and data dissemination make things faster, more efficient, and sometimes a little impersonal. But the key to thriving in this environment is less about being very techy and more about adapting and staying relevant in ways that anyone can apply in daily life. Here’s how the skills you build today can help you stay on top in an automated world: Staying Curious with New Tools and Apps Just like trying a new social media app, exploring [...]

Digital Transformation: Ten Everyday Skills You Need to Thrive in an Automated World2025-01-14T14:57:05+00:00

Unveiling the Habits of High Achievers

2025-01-08T14:44:17+00:00

What makes high achievers stand out from the rest? Is it talent, luck, or some form of intangible magic? While natural aptitude and fortunate circumstances may play a role, the truth is much more practical and replicable. The “secret sauce” lies in the habits and mindsets that high achievers cultivate daily. From CEOs of big companies to elite athletes, these individuals share common practices that elevate their performance and enable them to consistently reach their goals. In this article, we will uncover the key habits that drive high achievers and explore how you can integrate these practices into your own life [...]

Unveiling the Habits of High Achievers2025-01-08T14:44:17+00:00

Navigating the Job Market: How Skills Outweigh Graduating with a First Class in Career Success

2024-12-19T16:06:32+00:00

Meet Tunji and Timothy; Tunji is a first-class student with a CGPA of 5.0, and Timothy is a 2nd-class lower student with a CGPA of 3.12. Tunji spends most of his time burying his head in academic work, while Timothy is a social guy and participates in a good number of extracurricular and social activities on campus. He also works in a business Centre owned by his father. Timothy has people skills, knows how to build networks and connect with people, and is good with graphics design and MS Office suites. They both graduate from the university after finishing their academic [...]

Navigating the Job Market: How Skills Outweigh Graduating with a First Class in Career Success2024-12-19T16:06:32+00:00

BUILDING YOUR BRAND: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE FOR PROFESSIONALS

2024-12-03T14:02:55+00:00

Imagine you work in a shared building with other businesses for six months. Every day, you see a man who has an office in the same building. You don't know his name or what he does, but you know he always wears a black two-piece suit with black laced shoes from Monday to Friday. He has never worn a different color or style of suit in all the time you have seen him. One day, an unexpected visitor arrives, lost and looking for someone in your building. This visitor has an appointment with a Mr. Emmanuel but does not know where [...]

BUILDING YOUR BRAND: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE FOR PROFESSIONALS2024-12-03T14:02:55+00:00
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