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Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 5:27pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Sometimes, I wish I hadn't graduated with 'First Class honours' Sometimes, I wish I'd made a comfortable 2nd class upper or even lower. And NO, I'm not kidding! If I'd made a 2:1 or 2:2 like most other people did, nobody would expect me to have the answer to every question, simply because "but you're a first class graduate na". Nobody would be surprised that you still don't have a job, one year after youth service. When you tell people you're looking for a job, nobody would ask you dumb questions like "how can you be looking for a job, when you made first class? Companies should be chasing you with job offers na" If I'd made a 2:1 or 2:2, nobody would put me under unnecessary pressure. Nobody would expect me to perform better than everyone else on the team, and when I miss something just like everyone else did, nobody would ask "how did you make first class sef?" It's a pity that something that should be a thing of pride has become something I'm too ashamed to mention in public. These days, when I want to apply for a job, I debate whether to use 'First Class or second class upper' on my C.V. How do I explain that haven't gotten a job almost two years after NYSC? (and YES, I attended a Federal University). I haven't even mentioned the embarrassment in the hands of these marketing companies. You see 'First Class' on my C.V, and you have the guts to invite me for an interview, to come market some stupid 'weight loss' product at monthly salary of #25k+variable commission Chai! I have suffered..... 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by undercurrent(m): 5:28pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
pains of a failed country. 1 Like |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by spill(m): 5:28pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Don't ever regret it..... 1 Like |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by yorke1: 5:33pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Hold on... but are you just a first class student on paper only without anything upstairs? 5 Likes |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 5:35pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Sorry bro.. Its part of the struggle.. Just persevere.. Your time is coming... Keep hope alive! |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Crieff(m): 5:37pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Hold on homie. |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Abduletudaye(m): 5:37pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Hmmm....thats what you get ooo...na wa... |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 5:42pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
spill: It hasn't exactly done me much good... |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 5:43pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
undercurrent: 1 Like |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 5:44pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
yorke1: Lol I don't know. Is it possible to make first class in federal university in Nigeria without having anything upstairs? 10 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 5:45pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Manuelson: Merci beaucoup Monsieur Manuelson 1 Like |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 5:46pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
What did you study? |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by drey076(m): 5:53pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Oga o |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:10pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Pelmet: I really don't want to say...With good reason. |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:10pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
cvibe2: Shey you want to give me a job? |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:12pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Crieff: Hold on to what exactly The first class degree? The notion that Nigeria would be better? Thanks sha...I wasn't planning to kill myself anytime soon |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by mployer(m): 6:19pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Op didn't make any first class. 2 Likes |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:20pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
GrammarNazi:what reasons? 1 Like |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:24pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Pelmet: It would be easy for a Nairalander who knows me in real life, to identify me if I mention the course I studied, cos it's one of those courses that produce first class graduates probably once in ten years |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:27pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
mployer: Thanks for the thinly-veiled insult I've been accused of so many things, but no one has ever accused me of being dumb |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:29pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
GrammarNazi:onCe in ten yearS...law? maths? BioChemistry? You attended a federal uni...that should make it very difficult for anyone but No P though. Jez know that 1st class is super cool and you let ppl know that it doesn't really quantify your intelligence...be happy |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by LaurelP(m): 6:31pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
wat efforts have u made in ur job search? that u made a 1st class doesnt mean employers will start chasing u around. u still need 2 strategically upgrade urself and jobhunt like any oda person. there are many people like u. 5 Likes |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by mployer(m): 6:35pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
GrammarNazi: Sorry bro. I actually thought you are just being funny. |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:38pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
That is the reality on ground. So far, what efforts have you made to stoop low to conquer? Getting a job in Nigeria it a job itself. First class and two years been jobless is not an easy feat. First, settle with a lesser paying job because the labour market want young dudes below 26yrs. Secondly, if you have got cash go get a certification. 1 Like |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Happiness87(f): 6:42pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
GrammarNazi:what's your course of study? |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:53pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Pelmet: The "once in ten years" was just a figure of speech, not meant to be taken literally. But I'm sure you got the message. I know making 'First Class' isn't bad, but it hasn't done me much good either...not yet anyway. Thanks all the same |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:55pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
LaurelP: Touché!!! I've learnt my lessons...at least, I hope so |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:56pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
mployer: Lol...no offence taken |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 6:58pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
artisticallyart: Mehn, no be small thing. I've invested in a few professional certifications now. I'm still trying to develop myself. It's a pity I'm not the entrepreneurial type, or I'd have set up something long ago. |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Kossyne(m): 7:42pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
#1. Try applying to private secondary schools. Some of them pay as much as #50k-#100k. #2.Do you have a laptop? Create a blog. Though this does not guarantee immediate cash inflows but with dedication and commitment you won't regret it on the long run. #3. Create a LinkedIn account. I heard many people have gotten jobs via this medium. Even if you don't. It's a "good to have". #4.Try Networking. Join the the youth wing of your local church/mosque and be active. Volunteer to participate in organizing events. You need people to see you. Don t be ashamed to tell people that you need a job but don't appear desperate. #5. Learn a Skill Learn a skill that is not related to your area of discipline. Maybe programming or something. It will improve your chances of getting employed. This is not the time for self-pity. Worrying will do you no good. 9 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Pains Of A 'first Class' Graduate In Nigeria :'( by Nobody: 8:27pm On Aug 04, 2015 |
Kossyne: Thanks Boss! I'm already in the process of doing most of the things you pointed out; trying to develop myself as much as I can. Thanks for the advice and good wishes. I wish you all the best too 2 Likes |
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