At some point in an interview, an interviewer will ask if you have any questions. At this point, not asking questions can send the wrong messages like you aren’t interested or not prepared or you are not able to think.

In light of this, it is essential that you ask questions. Prepare a number of questions to ask the interviewer because some questions you prepared might get answered during the interview. Below are questions that you could ask the interviewer:

1. What will it take to make me successful in this role? This shows the interviewer that you have interest in the position and are willing to be successful if given the opportunity.

2. Is there growth prospect in the organization? This shows the interviewer that you are a visionary and see yourself rising in the organization. It also shows the interviewer that you intend to stay in the company for a while. Besides you wouldn’t want to work in a company where there are no opportunities for you to grow.

3. What is your company’s culture like? This sends a message that you want to fit in as fast as possible and that’s an attractive feature to be known with. This question also lets you know if the company is one that you will want to work for.

4. Are there training programs available to employees? This draws the attention of the interviewer to your willingness to learn new skills and grow in your profession.

5. Do you have any issues with my qualification? This shows how secure you are in your shortcomings (if any) and your willingness to learn. This feature is very important on the job and is critical for personal professional development.

6. What are the next steps in the interview process? This emphasizes your interest in the position and your enthusiasm to be the one chosen for the role.

Asking questions in an interview helps you know if the company or position is right for you. It is also an opportunity to show your level of interest in the company or position and to take control of the conversation.

BiEmpowerment Team

http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/10/questions-can-ask-interview/

The most important professional/business activity we engage in is networking.
One sunny afternoon, I decided to go to the construction site to oversee how the renovations were going on an office space we just acquired. We had been cracking our heads on how we were going to partition it. This had become a big problem to us. As I parked my car, I saw a young woman just coming in too. I smiled at her and asked if she was a tenant as well. She said “Yes” and we got talking. We talked about her business then proceeded to talk about mine. I told her what I was passionate about and took her to the space we just acquired in the building. I went on to tell her how we would like to have a graduate school, and about how we intend to rent seminar rooms for that purpose. She immediately asked me, “Why don’t you not save your self some money and partition a training room out of this space?”. BOOM! That was it. I immediately changed all the designs. That decision saved us millions of naira. I am glad I smiled and spoke with her that day.
Networking is about building long-term relationships and a good reputation over time. It involves meeting and getting to know people who can potentially help or assist you in future. Having a good network is extremely beneficial. It is a strategy to reveal more opportunities and more possibilities. It’s a way of connecting with others; people you know, people you don’t really know and new people you have never met before.
Here are a few tips on Networking
1. Show up at events. Look for opportunities to attend events and conferences within and outside your industry to meet like-minds. This is a small way of growing your business.
2. Avoid just handing out business cards. Concentrate more on connecting and creating relationships rather than just giving out cards that may end up with a pile of others, the recipient barely remembering who you are.
3. Learn to network by asking polite questions rather than just waiting around. Questions like, “May I join you?” or “Are you a lawyer too?” Depending on the industry, can open up a beneficial conversation.
4. Listen More. Avoid talking too much. Allow the other party give out information. Always remember to never take over other people’s conversations, but know when to chip in a statement or question here and there.
5. Emphasize more on building relationships instead of marketing and closing a deal. A good relationship will eventually close the deal and bring more deals.
6. Always wear a smile. People tend to be more attracted to people who are wearing beautiful smiles. No one would want to walk up to someone whose face looks like it’s just been punched.
7. Share your ideas or whatever you are selling with passion ‘Remember it’s not about you, it’s about the people you want to connect with’.
8. Follow through quickly and efficiently on referrals you are given. Keep in touch as soon as the event is over, then, they can still remember their pleasant conversation with you.

Supporting others’ work, accomplishments, life events and activities is a key part in networking – Be a connector, be a giver and a catalyst when you do network.

Tokunbo Fasoro

BiEmpowerment Team

http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/09/networking-series-2-creating-relationships-tokunbo-fasoro/

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“The job you want may not be advertised at all” I remember at some point in my life, I took sometime time off work to have my baby and was ready to get back to work . One day I was with a neighbor, while chatting I mentioned that I was ready to get back to work. A few days later she called me and asked me if I was interested in a role. She said to me that the position just opened in an organization she was presently handling a project for, that the MD just mentioned it to her. She immediately told the MD about me and I was scheduled for an interview and that was how I got the job. “The job was never advertised, my network got me the job”
Lots of times, many jobs are not advertised. People get jobs through referrals all the time. You just might know someone that knows someone that can get you that dream job. Social media have connected lots of people together, you definitely will have people in your network you have not seen years, some may just be acquaintances, old classmates, colleagues etc, there will be definitely someone on that list that can help you or know someone who can. The Blackberry and Whatsapp broadcast have become very popular in Nigeria and many organizations and employers advertise via social media and also by the word of mouth these days.
Here are a few tips on how to get a job through Networking
1. Draw up your network: Make a list of the people in your network, from family members to neighbors, friends, colleagues, church members, old classmates and even acquaintances on social media. See……… you know lots of people, and these people can connect you to more people who have an available job connection or know of one.
2. Reach Out: After drawing up your network, start-making contact with the people in your network let them know you are seeking a job. How will they know if you don’t tell them? Be specific on the kind of job and ask them if they know anyone in a relevant field. You just will be amazed at who they know. You can start with people who like you and endorse your abilities, character and track record.
3. Build Relationships: Networking is about building relationships, making connections, sharing information, and reaching out to people. IT IS NOT ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL GET OUT OF IT. If you go in with that parasitic mindset, believe me, people will sniff out your ulterior motive a mile away!! If this process is done properly, the benefits come after. Just make sure you are real, considerate and you have done a proper research on what you want so you can respond to inquisitions with ease and confidence.
4. Take time to maintain your network: Do not get what you want and take off. Maintain the relationship; you just might not know where you will need them again.
5. Give Back: Networking is a two way street, don’t always be a taker, always look for an opportunity to give back. A thank you note, asking about their families and supporting their accomplishments, life events and activities go a long way in cementing these relationships. You can also visit occasionally to see how they are doing.
Everyone has a significantly influential network, you just need to identify yours and service it right for it to serve you right.
The most important professional outing we do is networking.
Creating Relationships
Supporting others work, accomplishments, life events and activities is a key part in networking – Be a connector, be a giver and a catalyst when you network
Benefits of Networking
I remember when I was trying to get an office space, I just saw a neighbor who I approached and got talking with, I then told her what I was passionate about and took her to my space. Looking at the positioning, she then told me I could actually get out a training room out of it, that decision saved me millions of Naira in the future – Thank God for that meeting.
Here are a few tips on Networking
1. Show up at events; look for opportunities to attend events and conferences within and outside your industry to meet like minds. This is a small way of growing your business.
2. Avoid just handing out business cards: Concentrate more on connecting and creating relationships than giving out cards that may end up with a pile of others and the recipient barely remembering who you are.
3. Learn to network by asking polite questions rather than just waiting around. Questions like, ‘May I join you’? or ‘are you a lawyer too’? Depending on the industry.
4. Listen More: Avoid talking too much without allowing the third party give out information and don’t take over other people’s conversations.
5. Emphasize more on building relationships instead of marketing and closing a deal. A good relationship will eventually close the deal and bring more deals.
6. Always wear a smile: People tend to be more attracted to people who are wearing beautiful smiles, no one would want to walk up to someone whose face looks like it’s just been punched.
7. Share your ideas or whatever you are selling with passion “Remember it’s not about you, it’s about the people you can connect with.
8. Follow through quickly and efficiently on referrals you are given. Keep in touch as soon as the event is over, then, they can still remember.

SeeMoreHere : http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/08/get-job-networking-tokunbo-fasoro/

Tip: People you know but you don’t know you know can assist you with a job or know someone who can assist you with a career opportunity.

Lots of times, many jobs are not advertised. People get jobs through referrals(employee referrals) lot of the time. Social media; blackberry and whatsapp broadcast have become very popular in Nigeria and many organizations and employers advertise via social media or word of mouth these days.

The core importance of Networking.

1.Draw up your network: Make a list of the people in your network, from family members to neighbors, friends, colleagues, church members, old classmates and even acquaintances on social media
– See……… you know lots of people, and these people can connect you to more people who have an available job connection or know of one.

2.Reach Out: After drawing up your network, start making contact with the people in your network, let them know you are seeking a job. How will they know if you don’t tell them? Be specific on the kind of job and ask them if they know anyone in a relevant field. You just will be amazed at who they know. You can start with people who like you and endorse your abilities, character and track record.

3.Build Relationships: Networking is about building relationships, making connections, sharing information, reaching out to people. IT IS NOT ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL GET OUT OF IT. If you go in with that parasitic mindset, believe me, people will sniff out your ulterior motive a mile away!! If this process is done properly, the benefits come after. Just make sure you are real, considerate and you have done a proper research on what you want so you can respond to inquisitions with ease and confidence.

4.Take time to maintain your network: Do not get what you want and take off. Maintain the relationship; you just might not know where you will need them again.

5.Give Back: Networking is a two way street, don’t always be a taker, always look for an opportunity to give back. A thank you note, asking about their families and supporting their accomplishments, life events and activities go a long way in cementing these relationships. You can also visit occasionally to see how they are doing.

Everyone has a significantly influential network, you just need to identify yours and service it right for it to serve you right.

Tokunbo Fasoro

See More Here : http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/07/job-want-may-not-advertised-tokunbo-fasoro/

On June 23, 100 Nigerian innovators will get the opportunity to pitch their transformative business ideas to a panel of Judges (possibly including the President). It’s called The Pitch, it will hold at the Landmark Events Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos and it’s one half of a programme called Aso Villa Demo Day.

The second half has been christened The Unveiling, and as the name implies, it’s the unveiling of the 50 startups/entrepreneurs who will make it through the Judges’ filter during The Pitch and it’s holding on July 28 at the State House Conference Centre.

More Details : http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/06/pitch-one-idea-mr-president/

http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/03/educationusa-student-achievers-program-edsap/

EdSAP’s mission is to assist highly-talented and determined, economically-disadvantaged students to negotiate and finance the admissions process for colleges and universities in the United States. The aim is to produce highly-skilled and widely-educated leaders to build tomorrow’s Nigeria.

EdSAP works closely with students through regularly scheduled meetings and seminars to assist them throughout the application process to secure admission and scholarships for colleges and universities in the United States. EdSAP finances all costs of the application process, including registration fees for required standardized examinations and provides free membership to the U.S. EducationUSA Advising Center for its participants. EdSAP expects a sincere commitment of students to give back their energy and time to the program and to their communities and to be the best they can be.

Applicants are welcome from all the states in Nigeria. However, students must be able to reach our offices in Abuja or Lagos on a monthly basis during the school year, throughout school holidays, and after the WASSCE exams or during NYSC year, for full participation. Participants will work with our EducationUSA Advisors from June 2016 - August 2017 to try to secure places and financial assistance to begin study in the U.S. in August 2017.

Successful students will be part of a global network of EdSAP students from 17 countries and four continents. To learn more about successful EdSAP students, visit www.usapglobal.org

Note: ENTRANCE INTO THIS PROGRAM IS NO GUARANTEE OF A SCHOLARSHIP OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO STUDY IN THE UNITED STATES.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

- Strong academic record/ transcript

- Involvement in leadership roles

- Excellent community service participation

- Financial Need

- Transcripts that show an A average or above 75%

- WAEC results (if available): 7 A’s & above

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

- Robust participation in extracurricular activities (For prospective undergraduate students)

- Relevant work/research/teaching experience ((For prospective graduate students)

#MoreDetails Visit : http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/03/educationusa-student-achievers-program-edsap/

Waje, Chin Okeke, DJ Obi and some other top players in the Nigerian music industry will this June empower and inspire young aspiring minds about the art of making music in the upcoming The Dreams Workshop.

The workshop is set to connect the next generation of innovative youth in Nigeria through the universal language of music by creating new and relevant opportunities in the entertainment industry.

The workshop will also provide participants with insight and knowledge about how music is created and the best attendees will be selected for a mentorship program with each of the mentors.

The one-day workshop will feature renowned professionals in the music industry who understand the importance of music as an art form and the incredible force it carries globally. The primary aim is to inspire young aspiring creatives by producing an atmosphere for artists to share their experiences and give attendees the chance to learn about the art of making music in a more intimate session.

The Dreams Workshop, an extension of The Dreams Project, is the brainchild of Eclipse Live Africa, the producers of Gidi Fest (Gidi Culture Festival). It was born out of a passion to empower and develop the African youth.

The Dreams Workshop, which is themed ‘The Art of Creating Music’, will bring together the following A-list mentors: Chin Okeke (A&R), Chopstix (Producer), DJ Obi (DJ) and Waje (Singer/Songwriter).

The workshop will hold on Saturday, 11th June 2016.

So you want to be part of this, visit : http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/02/waje-dj-obi-others-set-empower-african-youths-june/

Closing date for applications is this Saturday, 4 June, 2016.

http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/01/big-c-connection-zika-nwaise/

Many times, we feel the big ‘C’ is what gets us jobs. Well, maybe in the past! These days everyone wants employees who can actually deliver on the job after getting the job. Even if the big “C” is going to get you the job, you must be able to prove you can be trusted with the responsibility and deliver on that job.
Let’s quickly take a look at what comes before the big “CONNECTION”.
Most youths say “you can only get the great jobs based on who you know, not by your qualifications nor how well your interview went”. But the question is ‘how do you know who you know?’
You probably know a lot of people and vice versa but the crux of the relationship is what these people think about you! Do they know you as that unreliable friend who takes things for granted? Or as that friend who takes up responsibilities and ensures that you get things done in good time.
Are you too proud to engage in a friendly conversation with people you meet?
Your next opportunity to network might be at a casual party, and who knows, you just might be sitting next to the CEO who could get you that dream job! It could even be an investor who could take your business to the next level.
Every one likes a good reputation and definitely would not want to refer someone they don’t believe is responsible or trustworthy enough.
Now the big question is “CAN YOU BE TRUSTED?” That’s when the Big “C” can work for you.

Correct Email : zika.n@bisolutionsng.com

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http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/01/immediate-job-openings/

BISolutionsng:
Bi Solutions Nigeria is recruiting qualified candidates for two of our our prestigious clients in Ikeja and Lekki axis of Lagos on a short and very urgent notice. Successful candidates are expected to resume immediately as interview is scheduled for this Friday, 3rd of June, 2016.

The following vacancies exist.

Position 1: Accountant

Position 2: Sales and Customer Service Executives

Position. 3: Business Development Executives

Candidates Profile:
1.Age between 24 and 35 years
2.Highly sociable with good network of contacts
3.Must reside in the location (Lekki,VI, Ikeja and environs)
4.Proficient in the use of computer
5.Good communication skills
6. Good business acumen
7.1st degree or its equivalent.

Application Closing time & Date
10am :2nd of June, 2016

Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted on or before 4pm on the 2nd of June, 2016

Interview Date :
3rd of June, 2016

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their application and CVs to: zika.n@bisolutionsng.com

Further Details Visit : http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/01/immediate-job-openings/

Bi Solutions Nigeria is recruiting qualified candidates for two of our our prestigious clients in Ikeja and Lekki axis of Lagos on a short and very urgent notice. Successful candidates are expected to resume immediately as interview is scheduled for this Friday, 3rd of June, 2016.

The following vacancies exist.

Position 1: Accountant

Position 2: Sales and Customer Service Executives

Position. 3: Business Development Executives

Candidates Profile:
1.Age between 24 and 35 years
2.Highly sociable with good network of contacts
3.Must reside in the location (Lekki,VI, Ikeja and environs)
4.Proficient in the use of computer
5.Good communication skills
6. Good business acumen
7.1st degree or its equivalent.

Application Closing time & Date
10am :2nd of June, 2016

Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted on or before 4pm on the 2nd of June, 2016

Interview Date :
3rd of June, 2016

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their application and CVs to: zika.n@bisolutionsng.com

Further Details Visit : http://biempowerment.com/2016/06/01/immediate-job-openings/

http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/25/basic-employability-workshop-huge-success/
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The Basic Employability Workshop was a huge success, it was organized by the Barack Obama American Corner in collaboration with the YALI Network & BI Solutions Nigeria for Fresh Graduates, NYSC Members and Unemployed Youths and was held on May 23rd, 2016. The workshop commenced with registration at exactly 8:00am at the Barack Obama American Corner, 29 Gafar Animashaun Street,Victoria Island, Lagos.

#SeeMoreHere... http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/25/basic-employability-workshop-huge-success/

Your personal brand is a vivid indication of the best you have to offer – the performance, contributions, and value your next employer can expect from you.

The brand you communicate marks your career reputation and is in some respects a promise. When you carry a personal brand, your unique promise of value precedes you and has far-reaching effects throughout your job search.

Branding in resumes influences hiring decision-makers reviewing them to consider the candidate and can compel them to feel they must meet that person. The best way to land your next great career opportunity or advance your current career track is through personal branding.

Personal/Career Branding is the "great differentiator" in job search. Successful job search is all about differentiation. When you clearly stand apart and above others competing for the same jobs, you generate interest and are much more likely to land interviews. Personal branding makes this happen.

Showcasing your personal brand attributes in your resume – your vitality, unique value, strength of character, and passions about your work – creates chemistry with the reader and can pre-qualify you as a viable candidate who will add value and fit their corporate culture.

Interviewing and the entire hiring process cost money. When hiring decision-makers make the right choices, they save their companies money. Your branded resume helps them quickly evaluate you and essentially makes it easier for them to determine whether to select you for interviewing. During interviews, reinforce and support your brand. Be prepared with branded "stories" about contributions you made to past employers and practice ways to interject them into the conversation.

No one else can claim the exact same brand as you. It is as unique as you are. Dig deep and start formulating all the qualities that differentiate you from others doing the same kind of work. Ask your peers and co-workers to give you feedback about your performance and strengths. A measure of your brand is what the people who work with you have to say about you. Consider their input when building your brand.

Branding is an executive-level strategy that works for professionals at all levels, no matter what kinds of positions you're seeking. Take advantage of this powerful way to differentiate yourself that executives have been using for years. Personal branding generates interest and opens doors.

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http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/24/addax-petroleum-summer-internship-program/

Addax Petroleum Development (Nig.) Ltd. is a subsidiary of the Sinopec Group, one of the largest oil and gas producers in China, the biggest oil refiner in Asia and the third largest worldwide.

As part of its commitment to the development of young professionals, APDNL is providing opportunities for bright and intelligent university undergraduates for its annual Summer Internship Program.

The Program:
APDNL’s Summer Internship Program is a four-week (4-week) intensive program which provides successful applicants with the opportunity of being introduced to the rudiments of the business world. This program aims to be a learning journey in which the brightest minds come to work and education is on-going, giving place for professional and personal development along the way.

Eligibility:
Application is open to the following; engineering and geoscience students who major in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Geology and Geophysics.

Also invited are those in Social Sciences; Economics, Accounting, Business Management, Law, International Management, etc.

Candidates must be current university students with a CGPA of at least 3.5 on a 5-point scale or percentage base of 70%.

#SeeMoreHere ... http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/24/addax-petroleum-summer-internship-program/

Through several calls and messages , the attention of BiEmpowerment has been brought to a message going viral which states that the 2016 batch A, stream 2 orientation camp date which was earlier scheduled for 21st of May, 2016 and postponed till further notice is to commence on 25th of May while others claimed 20th of June, 2016.

To this effect , BiEmpowerment contacted the NYSC PRO (Mrs Aderibigbe) who debunked both dates. Thus we urge all those sharing the false messages to kindly disregard and stop sharing them.The new date for the exercise will be communicated by the scheme through the most appropriate channel in due time.

We also encourage the public to always use NYSC website to confirm any news about NYSC and not over depend on social media.

All 2016, Prospective Corps Members, batch A stream 2 should kindly Put their mind to rest and wait for NYSC to officially announce new date. Make use of NYSC website or send a personal mail to the scheme.

KINDLY SHARE TO THOSE WHO NEED IT.


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Have you ever put in a good word for someone, only to hear that he or she got the job—and then totally bombed? I’ve been there and I can tell you: It’s super awkward.
But if people (myself included) can be fooled by contacts we know, what hope do HR managers have to spot a bad apple when all they have is an interview process?

1. They (Only) Talk About Themselves

Yes, it’s an interview, a.k.a., a Q&A in which the candidate answers questions. However, it’s red flag if someone talks about himself—exclusively.

After all, there should be at least a few times when other people’s names pop up. When you ask about the applicant’s career aspirations, you’d ideally want him to throw out the name of some successful person he admires. Or, if you ask someone about his previous experience and how it led to where he is now, he’ll hopefully mention someone positively—be it an influential colleague, boss, or client—in the answer.

2. They Take Credit for Everything (Good)

Yes, an interview is a place to sell your accomplishments and pitch your potential, but be wary of someone who sounds like any on-the-job success he’s ever had is his and his alone. This person may become the teammate who steals ideas or takes sole credit for a team win. Whenever, there’s something to take credit for, he’s suddenly a one-man show.

3. They Don’t Discuss Their Shortcomings

I’d choose the person who has the confidence to discuss areas of improvement with his prospective boss. Being able to recognize his weaknesses and working to improve them will go a lot further on the job than trying to sweep them under the rug.

4. They’re Unprofessional Throughout the Process

But, if that same candidate continues to be unprofessional throughout the interview process—he swears when answering a basic question or he brings up his ex and follows it up with “Gosh, I don’t know why I just said that!”—it can be hard to know whether you should chalk it up to bad luck and nerves or assume the worst.

5. They Seem Too Good to Be True
I’d say to be wary of a candidate who is literally perfect for the job. All applicants want to show how their qualifications align with the position description, but for many roles it would be surprising—and a little fishy—to find someone with the exact number of years of experience you’re looking for, in the exact field, with the preferred degrees, and whose resume or cover letter states she’s checked every single box.

HR managers often say they want someone who could “hit the ground running,” so it’s surprising (even to them) when they’re turned off by someone who could set the course on fire. But unless you’re totally sure this would be the best hire, know that it’s OK to trust your gut and look for someone you think would grow within the role—rather than someone who might feel immediately constrained by it.

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http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/19/vacancy-worldbay-technologies-ltd/

We are hiring….are you a creative and passionate individual with a good attitude? Worldbay Technologies Ltd is seeking a dynamic individual as the Head of its Business Development Unit. The individual must have relevant experience and knowledge in the area of IT, Electronic Engineering etc

#SeeMoreHere ... http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/19/vacancy-worldbay-technologies-ltd/

http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/19/must-read-entrepreneurs-aspiring-entrepreneurs-house/

I do not watch football at all but, even a deaf person would realize that something special had happened, Leicester City F.C…… won the premiers league after….. years. I asked my husband, who is an ardent football fan of arsenal and even plays football himself, I said to him, “Leicester City F.C must have done something differently and I would want to know what it was?” He then sent me this write up written by Mercy Makinde, I read it and learned a lot of lessons as an entrepreneur and I decided to share with our treasured BiE readers. This is especially for the entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs in the house. Enjoy

Tokunbo Fasoro
BI Empowerment Team

IMPORTANT LIFE AND BUSINESS LESSONS FROM LEICESTER’S VICTORY – Mercy Makinde

Claudio Ranieri, an amiable, jolly, simple family man is probably the most talked about man on earth now! He didn’t raise the dead or marry Kim Kardashain…no! Mr Ranieri manages a club in England, Leicester City, which historically has not been very good. In its 132-year history, Leicester City, a club with nowhere near the resources of glamorous rivals such as Manchester United and Chelsea, had never won England’s top league. But today this unassuming Italian man who is not THE ONE is the man of the moment, as that same club last night became de facto champions of the English Premier League, the most watched competition on the planet earth!

In an age when success has long seemed restricted to a predetermined few, Leicester’s achievement can hardly be overstated. Little wonder it is generating a lot of excitement in the sports world. Soccer lovers are particularly enthralled by this unlikely victory, as it is often exhilarating to see an underdog do so well.

Soon enough, Mr. Ranieri will become a case study in Harvard or Oxford and he will take over the corporate speaking circuit! But before the empirical research begins, let me share a few vital business and life lessons I have observed in the success of his team. ...

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http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/18/5-donts-interview/

1. Do not talk only about yourself

Yes, it’s an interview, a.k.a., a Q&A session in which you are expected to answer questions. However, it’s red flag if you talk only about yourself.

At least a few times let other people’s names pop up. When asked about your career aspirations, you’d ideally want to throw out the name of some successful person you admire. Or, if you are asked about your previous experience and how it led to where you are now, hopefully mention someone positively —be it an influential colleague, boss, or client—in the answer.

2. Do not take credit for everything

Yes, an interview is a place to sell your accomplishments and pitch your potentials, be careful so that you don't sound like someone who takes credit of any on-the-job success as a one-man show.

3. Do not avoid discussing your shortcomings
...#SeeMoreHere... http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/18/5-donts-interview/
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http://biempowerment.com/2016/05/15/basic-employability-program/
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Barack Obama American Corner in collaboration with the YALI Network & BI Solutions presents the ‘Basic Employability Program’ for Fresh Graduates, NYSC Members and Unemployed Youths – A One-Day Workplace Readiness Intervention supported by BI Solutions

Date: May 23rd, 2016

Time: 8:00am prompt

Venue: Barack Obama American Corner, 29 Gafar Animashaun Street,Victoria Island, Lagos.

Free of Charge but strictly by registration

We will admit 50 persons

Call Elda – 08086034420, Stanley – 08063376462
For more information

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Abbey, a pleasant young lady with a great smile, is someone I met at a women’s meeting where she shared her story. It was like watching a Nigerian home video, and I just could not get over the fact that it was indeed real. I got an appointment with her, and she didn’t mind sharing her story with the BI Empowerment team to help inspire the youths.

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Birthdays:
1905 Henry Fonda, American oscar winning film actor
1919 Liberace. American piano playing entertainer
1936 Roy Hudd, English comedian
1952 Pierce Brosnan, Actor; chosen to be the new 'James Bond'
1955 Debra Winger, American film actress
1966 Janet Jackson, American singer

Events:
1770 The Dauphin of France and Marie Antoinette were married
1804 Napoleon was declared Emperor of France
1920 Switzerland joined the League of Nations
1929 The first ever Academy Awards (Oscars) were held
1943 The famous RAF 'dambusters' raid took place
1963 The US astronaut Gordon Cooper made 22 orbits of the Earth
1966 British seamen went on strike
1979 LEA's no longer had to run schools along Comprehensive lines
1983 The London police began using wheel clamps on illegally parked cars
1985 Sinn Fein won its first seats in the Northern Ireland local elections
1996 Academic Staff Union of Universities banned by Government.


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I have interest. I will contact u.

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Friday the 13th, sometimes called Black Friday, has been long been regarded as an unlucky date in Western superstition. But you’d be forgiven for not knowing its origins or whether there is any evidence to support why it’s perceived so negatively. Hopefully these facts about Friday the 13th can clear a few things up…

1. The fear of Friday the 13th is called paraskevidekatriaphobia
While skeviphobia is the fear of 13 and triskaidekaphobia is the fear of Friday, paraskevidekatriaphobia (friggatriskaidkaphobia) is the fear of Friday the 13th.

2. It is a rare occurrence
One good thing about Friday the 13th is how rare the date is. It only occurs when a month begins with a Sunday.

3. However, the 13th is still most likely to be a Friday
The 13th is more likely to fall on Friday than on any other day. It is Friday the 13th at least once a year and at most three times a year – which is the case in 2015 as the date crops up in February, March and November.

4. Its first reference came in 1869
The first reference to the date appeared in the biography of Rossini, a composer who died on Friday the 13th in November, 1868.

5. It may be unlucky because of the Last Supper
Many believe that the number 13 is unlucky because there were that many dinner guests at the Last Supper, with the 13th being Judas. Moreover, it is thought that Jesus was crucified on a Friday.

6. But the number is sometimes considered lucky
For Pagans, 13 corresponds with the number of full moons in a year. For ancient Egyptians, it is associated with immortality.

7. American skyscrapers often skip the 13th floor
In the US, the majority of skyscrapers avoid having a 13th floor. Hospitals and airline terminals also aim to steer clear of the unlucky number.

8. The date scares more than 60 million people
It is thought that paraskevidekatriaphobia affects more than 60 million people people around the world, with some afraid to go to work, drive cars or even just get out of bed.

9. The fear of the number costs 1bn dollars per year
Thirteen is apparently a number that costs the US an extortionate amount each year, as people decide not to travel by air or train.

10. Margaret Thatcher was born on Friday the 13th (October 1923)
The former prime minister was born in Lincolnshire on this date.

11. While Tupac Shakur died on Friday the 13th (September 1996)
The rapper was shot dead in Las Vegas on this date almost 20 years ago.

12. Franklin D. Roosevelt was terrified of the number
The 32nd president reportedly refused to travel on the 13th day of any month, and would not host dinner parties with 13 guests.

13. There are generally fewer accidents on the date
We added this one just to be safe. It is claimed that fewer accidents, and theft and fire incidents, are reported on Friday the 13th as people are more cautious. National Geographic say that those who ignore the superstition feel as though they are “tempting fate”.

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#ThrowbackThursday: Florence Nightingale

Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, was born #onthisday #May12, 1820

Florence Nightingale, by name Lady with the Lamp (born May 12, 1820, Florence [Italy]—died August 13, 1910, London, England) foundational philosopher of modern nursing, statistician, and social reformer. Nightingale was put in charge of nursing British and allied soldiers in Turkey during the Crimean War. She spent many hours in the wards, and her night rounds giving personal care to the wounded established her image as the “Lady with the Lamp.” Her efforts to formalize nursing education led her to establish the first scientifically based nursing school—the Nightingale School of Nursing, at St. Thomas’ Hospital in London (opened 1860). She also was instrumental in setting up training for midwives and nurses in workhouse infirmaries. She was the first woman awarded the Order of Merit (1907). International Nurses Day, observed annually on May 12, commemorates her birth and celebrates the important role of nurses in health care.

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Hello Mr Seun,
Lovely work you are doing, we really appreciate you. We did a post that made it to the front page of Nairaland, but one of the pictures attached to that post we do not have permission to use. we are trying to take it down but we cant, can you help us to that please, you can reach us via mail :info@biempowerment.com
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Sometimes last month a friend was talking to me about a brilliant business opportunity and she needed a partner to get the job done and immediately we recognized who would just fit into the role. But as soon as his name was mentioned, guess what she said? “I cannot work with him on this project because he will not take it seriously ” then I asked why? And she said while working with him in the same organization, I noticed he regularly comes late to work and that is an organization were he is under authority so imagine if he was to do stuff himself, he would never take it seriously. In conclusion he lost the opportunity
Well I don’t know if her assumptions where right or not but the point remains that his not being able to show responsibility on his present job, made him loose the fantastic offer.
Sometimes we just do stuff without realizing someone may just be watching and you will surly be remembered in a positive light or in the negative light when the opportunity comes.
Reliability is an amiable characteristic a person who does as promised is responsible and reliable. People don’t like dealing with people who are unreliable, they rather give their businesses and rewards to someone they can count on.

Tips on how to be responsible.

1. Do as promised: When you let people down, they stop believing in you, you are taken seriously only if you do as you have promised
2. Be consistent, You don’t take a break on responsibility, it’s continuous .
3. Never place the blame: Take full responsibility for the actions you have made, never look for who to put the blame on. You did not get to work late because of traffic, you simply did not leave early enough. A responsible person tackles difficult tasks without blaming others for any set back or problems. Instead they are responsible for its success and failures and with the risks the rewards come.
4. Avoid complaining: Stop complaining about things you cannot help, expend the energy into something positive. Whenever you are about to make a negative statement, change it into something positive and people will change the way the look at you.
5. Stop making excuses.. A responsible person explains the real reasons why they did not get the job done like, “I did not try hard enough”
6. Avoid procrastinating : Get the job done avoid missing dead lines .
7. Learn to say sorry..It actually hard to say but, but step up and take responsibility , say am sorry, “I made a mistake and it’s not going to happen again”. And because you have learned from it, it will prevent you from making the same mistake again the future
8. Put your strength into being responsible for things you can control avoid the stress of those you cannot.
9. Take responsibility and be in control of your life avoid being totally dependent on people especially for little things you can do yourself.
10. Be someone people can count on..take proper care of a book you borrowed being responsible means you know how to hold up when things get though, you need to be responsible to be there for family and friends.
11. Think critically through decisions and ensure you make the right one.
12. Demonstrate you can handle tasks. No matter how boring and stupid your current responsibilities are, do it well! Some one is watching.

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Hightea:
15 WAYS 2 GET A JOB IN 2 WEEKS.... (XPLICIT CONTENT.....) IF YOU ARE NOT READY TO GET A JOB DON'T READ THIS...

If you are looking for a job and you can follow these steps, I GUARANTEE YOU, you will get a job in 2weeks..... ITS a GUARANTEE...

1) Godly foundation:- This is where everything starts from friends.... God makes unreasonable ways if you keep your eyes glued on Him.... What I do today is not what I ever planned on doing... I was timid and uninspiring... But because God directed my steps, I got a job 2 weeks after NYSC, changed Jobs 2 times in 2 years and then Retired to start my own thing's'... Its possible BRO.... Now this is the start but definately its just the beginning..

2) Don't accept unemployment:- Don't be a statistic, you know what I mean "70percent of Nigerian Graduates are unemployable" that's just BULLSHIT who gave them the measuring tape... Who told them that, that's nonsense, don't accept, don't take it, its PUKE!!!! Pure PUKE.... Men!!! That's annoying like very annoying... In local language "THEIR FATHER" no no like Ay the comedian "THEIR DAD" do you know what unemployable means, its like saying "70percent of Nigerian ladies can't get pregnant" who put that to test... Ladies will just be like WHAT DO YOU MEAN!!!! That's how you should treat unemployment... Don't accept it, we clear... GEWD

3)Treat Finding a Job like a New Job:- Dude, seriously, your are never out of Job, if you got laid off, you just finished NYSC, or want to change Jobs, treat finding a Job like a new JOB.... During my NYSC... I googled everything, How to write a CV dude, Good CV template, top industries to work in, job test template... It was work, but that's the new Job.... Pray Hard and work like a MACHINE BRO/SIS.... Take it personal and leave the haters and naysayesrs... The only people that condemns the HUstle are the ones who have given up on the HUSTLE themselves....

4) USE YOUR POWERBASE:- If You just started a SUIT company, who are the first 20 people you will sell it too? Yeah Got ya!!!! If you are thinking of some people right now those persons needs to know that you are looking for a Job... Don't depend on their response but get noticed.... People are looking for serious people, be the 1st on their mind when they think of someone to recommend.... DUDE if you can't do this.... Its Official... You are arrogant.... (Men that was hard).... Am just freaking real here..... I warned Ya!!!!

5)GET A JOB (Any one you can get)!!!:- When I started, I got a MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING JOB...... Jeez!!!!!!!! Whew!!!! I dropped it.. Yeah Dude, that's it, no interview, no job test just walked into the meeting, loved the challenge and gave the last 8k in my account to buy and sell their products.... I was 24years, scared to death and hated sales... Now am ____ years old (Young dude) and I just LOVE SALES..... Its Revenue... I learnt the skill that I use in running my 1st business and getting started on the 2nd.... Its not JAPAN MATHEMATICS, its a skill and its learnable... All I knew was, I was Hungry(passionate), I had to pay some bills, I wasn't getting called to interviews and I only had just 8k left in my account... Bro I had no choice I jumped on the meat like an Hungry WOLF.... If your choosing between Jobs!!!!! Someone is BREASTFEEDING Ya.... Remember JOB is a vehicle to your life's vision

6) Stop Listening to Negative people/press/messages :- I Was watching the Tv and I saw the crowd of politician at Akwa Ibom that defected from PDP to APC!!!! Seriously, this people are Jokers men... See I just made a decision, the only reason why am listening to the news is to make the news.... I have never switched on my fine, slushy, slim TV to sEe A Headline like... " THE government created 10million jobs Come Grab your own"....... All the TV stations just Vomit impossibilities and chaos everywhere, don't take that vomit, its time to cook your own dish so you can pass your own customized fart (does that make sense) buh u get warrai mean... Quit listening dude

7) Don't rely on a CV:- CV is good, yeah very Good but CV is paper... You are the CV, in your CV what you are selling is yourself, in today's world everyone has got a certificate in something, so in your CV sell you, that's the way I got my JOB at the bank, I told them about the number of products I sold per month at my Multi Level Marketing, I gave them numbers.... Sell yourself, Sell yourself Hard, Sell yourself so Hard it freaks them OUT!!!!!... If you can't do that then you are not sold on yourself, you doubt your capacity.... That means you need a coach..... Remember.. You are the CV dude, make a big claim in that paper and get infront of the Freaking BOSS...


Don't depend on online recruitment:- Practically true, I see young people with massive energy, throwing their CV's up and down on the internet Only, hoping it would land them a great job.... FUNNY... When I heard that my Bank was recruiting then, I carried my flat leg out of my house and went straight to submit the CV in person dude.... I told Ya!!!! You are the CV.... That's old school I know.. But its the real deal... It took me only 4 weeks to land that JOB... Men I sold myself to the gatekeepers, I sold hard, I got to the secretary and I was just pitching my potentials, they called me the next week No be play O... Infact at this juncture, you have to break your dependence on everybody (social media dad, mum, your wife, husband, boyfriend, girlfriend, senior brother e.t.c). "He who feeds ya controls ya!!!!"... Put on FUJI HOUSE OF COMMOTION thinking MEN!!!!... You are a Father/Mother with like 20mouths to feed.. Bring that Hustle Mindset into you... Yeah men, its that serious... No one will take you serious untill you start taking yourself serious...

9) AIM for the Top guy not the Human Resource:- It's always easy to spot the decision maker when you are in an interview, His/Her sitting posture, when he/she starts talking everyone else allows Him/Her to speak, He is in control dude!!! Aim for Him... At my second Job interview the panel said No to me.... About 6 No's but I pitched the Top guy and and only Him said yes... It don Marra How many Yesses you are getting, if you are not getting the right Yes, then dude, you missed it... Aim for the BOSS... TARget the BOSS men... There is always a Boss. And also treat everyone like a king, I went to a place to submit a proposal for training and the guy at the reception who attended to me was the freaking younger brother of the MD. He just took me straight up... Love everyone like your life depends on it from the Gate to the TOP..

10) IT'S NOT AN INTERVIEW "FRIEND" ITS A SALES MEETING:- At this Juncture let's talk about the Interview, now from now on going on forward (bad grammar) don't call it inteview again NEVER its a sales meeting dude.... Let me hear you say SALES!!!!!! Yeah, the louder you shout the Louder your miracle... (Lolzz).. Someone else can call it interview but as for you call it sales.. At that interview talk about the future of the company as regards to your applied position, using your past Job as a reference if you have none use your NYSC job. Talk in statistics, Talk with confidence. After my 2 months at my MULTI LEVEL marketing job I got a job in the bank, at the bank the man asked.

Inteviewer:- you studied marine Biology how will you add value to our Bank...

Sales Guy (ME):- Wow that's a great question, first of all I have always loved to work with numbers and this financial institution offers me that.. Finance is the new economy He that can't think in finance will be left behind... So am here to add to the banks finance

Interviewer:- that's good...

11) SALES PITCH:- Sales isn't discussion, its not chatting or gisting its the ability to think in revenue... And close down the freaking interviewer.... So polish your sales pitch, that means make a big claim at the interview... Pls I beg you in the name of God don't say words like I can work under pressurre, am very hardworking... PITCH THEM with words like I'll increase the performance and productivity of the post / department am placed in by at least 15percent... If they ask how are you sure, tell them I have an unbelievable work ethic and giving me this Job will be one of the best decision this organization will be making, at least an increase in productivity of 15percent at the said post/department is GUARANTEED..... That's a pitch men!!!! Got it.... Dude... You should pay me for this O, when you get the job I will be waiting for my commision


12) BRING REVENUE TO THE INTERVIEW:- The reason anyone wants you to work with them is to solve a problem so, link how that problem you will be solving will add to their revenue, Infact revenue is english, how will it add more (Money, Ego, Kudi, Owo) to the organization... Every employer jumps for Joy on the inside once they see that this person is helping to think about revenue not just salary!!!! If you do this well you will negotiate your salary.. At my second Job, after I finished my pitch I told the OGA AT THE TOP that I needed an increase in the salary offer cause of my distance to work.... Men!!!! He responded sharpaly... When you talk in revenue it gives you capacity to negotiate your pay!!!!

13) Don't talk Negatively about your past employer:- when you are asked, don't go on lamenting about your poor working condition from your past place of work.... Say all things nice about them.... Say it with conviction, if asked why are you then changing that place of work, refer to your sales pitch of work ethic and high sense of productivity which motivates you to seek a place of Higher challenges and stronger organizational vision which the present company fits the profile succinctly.... (Smiles)....


14) FOLLOW UP:- Follow up, Follow up, Follow up.... You must follow up to the level where they think you are desperate... (Yeah dude)... A friend of mine was interviewed for a Job, with all His sales pitch and others, he was declined the Job.... But dude he freaking followed up the company, he kept calling in asking why he wasn't picked, because he knows that He is best suited for the position. After 3 days the person that was picked for the Job called in sick, she was immediately replaced with my friend. That's the power of follow up, follow keeps you as 1st in the mind of the interviewer all the time...


15) Target your preferable company and repeat the steps:- If you start from an unpreferable company or industry and you want to change to another, just target that company and repeat the steps.. Its that simple. You need confience to get this done, to believe in your capacity and pitch yourself... In doing this, have a daily confession on confidence that reflects your personal potentials... For example I make confessions like Greater is He that is me than He that is in the world, I am 1 billion times bigger on the inside than on the outside, greater is the Faith in me than the fear in the world.... I believe in you, God's believes in you, it will be a disservice to you, your family and to God not to believe in yourself.... Thanks for consuming this long epistle.... Give ur testimony and don't for get to send me my commission.. (Lolzz)... Blessed life ahead...

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