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Fashion / Re: Wholesale Skincare Products (Missha, Biore, Goodmolecules, Neutrogena, Cosrx) by briliantsak(m): 9:04am On Feb 11, 2021
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Fashion / Re: Wholesale Skincare Products (Missha, Biore, Goodmolecules, Neutrogena, Cosrx) by briliantsak(m): 9:00am On Feb 11, 2021
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Fashion / Re: Wholesale Skincare Products (Missha, Biore, Goodmolecules, Neutrogena, Cosrx) by briliantsak(m): 8:49am On Feb 11, 2021
Good molecules

Fashion / Re: Wholesale Skincare Products (Missha, Biore, Goodmolecules, Neutrogena, Cosrx) by briliantsak(m): 8:48am On Feb 11, 2021
Business Closed

Fashion / Wholesale Skincare Products (Missha, Biore, Goodmolecules, Neutrogena, Cosrx) by briliantsak(m): 8:47am On Feb 11, 2021
Business Closed!

Technology Market / Re: Open Line Used Iphones (neat), Laptops and PlayStation by briliantsak(m): 8:28am On Feb 11, 2021
Sony PlayStation Consoles

1T: 135k
500G (Slim): 120
500G: 112

Comes with a cord and a pad

Technology Market / Re: Open Line Used Iphones (neat), Laptops and PlayStation by briliantsak(m): 8:26am On Feb 11, 2021
Lenovo E440
i5 4200M CPU
8G RAM
1TB and 128SSD
Windows 10

150k (Negotiable)

Phones / Re: Open Line Used Iphones, Laptops and PlayStation Consoles by briliantsak(m): 8:23am On Feb 11, 2021
Sony Play Station 4 Consoles

1T : 130
500G (Slim): 105
500G: 100

Comes with a cord and a pad

Location: Lagos

Phones / Re: Open Line Used Iphones, Laptops and PlayStation Consoles by briliantsak(m): 8:17am On Feb 11, 2021
Lenovo E440
i5 4200M CPU
8G RAM
1TB and 128SSD
Windows 10

150k (Negotiable)

Business / Re: ➜ ➜ ➜Currency/E-currency Market Deals 2020 ➜ ➜ ➜ by briliantsak(m): 7:05am On Feb 11, 2021
I need $5000 PayPal fnf from balance @400/USD...clean source biko


Kindly DM me if you have
Technology Market / Re: Open Line Used Iphones (neat), Laptops and PlayStation by briliantsak(m): 2:10pm On Feb 10, 2021
February Deals (Used Open line iPhones)

1. iPhone X 64: 160k

2. iPhone X 256: 190k

3. iPhone Xs Max 64: 240k

4. iPhone 11 64: 265k

5. iPhone 11 128: 275k

6. iPhone 11 pro 64: 345k

7. iPhone 11 pro max 64: 375k
Phones / Re: Open Line Used Iphones, Laptops and PlayStation Consoles by briliantsak(m): 2:10pm On Feb 10, 2021
February Deals (Used Open line iPhones)

1. iPhone X 64: 160k

2. iPhone X 256: 190k

3. iPhone Xs Max 64: 240k

4. iPhone 11 64: 265k

5. iPhone 11 128: 275k

6. iPhone 11 pro 64: 345k

7. iPhone 11 pro max 64: 375k
Business / Re: ➜ ➜ ➜Currency/E-currency Market Deals 2020 ➜ ➜ ➜ by briliantsak(m): 1:21am On Jan 13, 2021
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Business / Re: ➜ ➜ ➜Currency/E-currency Market Deals 2020 ➜ ➜ ➜ by briliantsak(m): 8:07am On Jan 11, 2021
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Business / Re: ➜ ➜ ➜Currency/E-currency Market Deals 2020 ➜ ➜ ➜ by briliantsak(m): 5:40am On Dec 30, 2020
braindee:
Well done for the escrow service Wese90. Briliantsak thanks for your business. Please, call again.

Yes! Thanks to Wese90 for the escrow service!

Nice doing business with you Braindee

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Business / Re: ➜ ➜ ➜Currency/E-currency Market Deals 2020 ➜ ➜ ➜ by briliantsak(m): 9:18am On Dec 29, 2020
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Phones / Re: Open Line Used Iphones, Laptops and PlayStation Consoles by briliantsak(m): 7:33am On Dec 13, 2020
Premium used iPhones

Phones / Open Line Used Iphones, Laptops and PlayStation Consoles by briliantsak(m): 5:32am On Dec 12, 2020
December Deals!!

Don't miss out!!!

Technology Market / Re: Open Line Used Iphones (neat), Laptops and PlayStation by briliantsak(m): 4:57am On Dec 12, 2020
Also available at a giveaway price of 230k (Negotiable)

Laptop Dell Precision Mobile Workstation (95% new)
M2800
15.6"
Core i7 4810MQ
8GB Ram
256GB SSD
Win 10

Technology Market / Re: Open Line Used Iphones (neat), Laptops and PlayStation by briliantsak(m): 3:39am On Dec 12, 2020
We also have Ps4 at a giveaway price of 100k for 500g.

Technology Market / Open Line Used Iphones (neat), Laptops and PlayStation by briliantsak(m): 3:37am On Dec 12, 2020
iPhones!!!

December Deals! Don't miss out.

Education / Re: Thread For PHD Students by briliantsak(m): 1:13pm On Apr 12, 2020
wip7:


I am happy you find it helpful! Now that you are doing the PhD ...don’t forget to contribute, support upcoming PhD students, tell us your challenges so all others can also contribute and provide ideas, solutions....

Also, your progress and advices will be appreciated!

Best wishes!


Thank you, sir. It has been interesting so far. I've become a better writer, critical thinker and reader. I started my program in August 2018. One of the things I've learned is that the supervisor is a major determinant of PhD success. I'm quite lucky to have a supervisor who gave me the freedom to try out my own research ideas without restricting me. I've been able to navigate new areas under his supervision. He didn't impose his own ideas and he's always ready to listen to students' ideas whilst pointing out the loopholes for them to cover up.

It was quite challenging at the beginning because my supervisor didn't give me a topic(s) to work on. Although he suggested some research themes, the themes were too large that I got lost whilst reading the literature. I had to come up with different proposals for his consideration. During each proposal discussion, he would ask critical questions to show me that the ideas won't work or not too novel. I was sad and scared because my other colleagues were already working and building up their proposals whilst I was still struggling to get a solid proposal. I learned not to compare myself to others and to celebrate my small wins. After many failed proposal attempts, I got one that was pleasing to my supervisors and myself.

I'm still learning, and I'm always grateful for the opportunity to become better. These are some lessons that might be beneficial to new PhD students:

1. Get to know your supervisor style: This is very important as I've said earlier. Talk to your research teammates. Some supervisors do like to micromanage while others prefer macro-management.

2. Set feasible milestones with your supervisor and do revise it regularly with him or her.

3. Keep track of your discussion with your supervisor. You can do this by preparing minutes of meetings after each meeting with him or her. Make sure he or she has the minutes for referencing and record keeping.

4. DO NOT COMPARE YOURSELF WITH OTHERS: I can't overemphasize this point. It's easy for one to get distracted by colleagues' progress. Celebrate their success with them but never you compare yourself with them. Each PhD research is peculiar and specific. We are humans, we are different and so is our approach to life.


5. Read other people's PhD thesis: This is helpful as it would show you how a thesis should be at the end of the day. Also, you can reach out to researchers in similar research areas or fellow PhD students


6. Data management: Get serious with data management, perhaps cloud backup. Also, referencing software would ease your affairs especially when you start early.

7. Mistakes: Don't be afraid to make mistakes, you are training to become a better researcher. It's research because no one knows, that's why you are 'searching' and 're'searching.

8. Hobbies: Get a life outside your research, don't attach your whole existence to your research. You can learn a new language, learn how to play new games, join a club, read books, travel, make new friends and anything that rocks your boat. This is very important for your mental health and to keep you fresh.

9. Criticisms: Learn how to take criticisms. Don't be emotional about criticisms, they are meant to help you not to pull you down. There would be comments from reviewers, colleagues or even your supervisors; don't take it personally. Also, don't attach your self worth to your work lest you'd destroy yourself.

10. Your research: Talk about your research when you have the opportunities. Don't shy away from such opportunities to let people know your research. Be it a conference, seminar, or presentation competition.

11. Write: It's never too early to start writing. Write it out, don't assume you'd remember. Also, start writing your literature review and likely methodologies. Whenever you read relevant articles, summarize it somewhere for future reference. Write! Write!! Write!!!


12. Publications: This might not be feasible at the beginning of your study, but try to publish your work and collaborate with others. You can only become better when you continue trying.


13. Relationship: Keep good friends that you can always talk to. It can be your colleagues as they would understand your plight better. Keep in touch with your family and don't let the research frustration affect your relationships with your loved ones. Also, don't transfer aggression!!!


14. Be happy!!! It's very important �. Take care of your mental and physical health. I wish you the very best in your research.

Cheers!

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Education / Re: Thread For PHD Students by briliantsak(m): 4:56am On Oct 18, 2019
I remember reading this thread when I was about starting my PhD program last year. It was really helpful!

Kudos to Prof.wiP7!!!!

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Travel / Re: Introducing Minus 25 Degrees! I Visited The Ice City! � by briliantsak(m): 12:55pm On Jan 31, 2019
mhisbliss:
I heard they're very racist and intolerant of other people especially black people, how come you're so comfortable with them?

Chinese people are easy going and friendly (thou not all of them). Just mind your business and you'd be fine. I also noticed they don't talk much except you are friends, and some of them are very shy.
Travel / Re: Introducing Minus 25 Degrees! I Visited The Ice City! � by briliantsak(m): 12:49pm On Jan 31, 2019
Wow...One of my classmates is from Harbin. He invited me over for this Chinese new year, but I won't be able to make it as I plan to visit Macau and Shenzhen. I heard they drink a lot in Harbin because of the cold...lol.

A colleague once cracked a joke that they don't smoke in Harbin because before you light the cigarette, the cold would have put out the lighter.

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Education / Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by briliantsak(m): 12:20am On Jul 30, 2018
aanexplus:


All right man. I'm in VA tho

Yeah!
Education / Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by briliantsak(m): 6:14pm On Jul 29, 2018
aanexplus:

Good for you bro. My boss like work. We worked all through the summer break. Have you heard about iCool?

Lol...Nope; I'll beep you if I'm around there for conference.
Education / Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by briliantsak(m): 2:27pm On Jul 29, 2018
aanexplus:


Abi na. Work don enter gear 5. Hope you r good

All the very best! I have been good too, just about switching to gear 1 here.
Education / Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by briliantsak(m): 9:17am On Jul 29, 2018
aanexplus:


I assume your meng means a non thesis masters. If that's right, I think your score is ok for the program. On the other hand I wouldn't be so sure until I know what your other profiles like cgpa and job experience are like. Cheers


Aanexplus! Longest time Chief
Education / Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by briliantsak(m): 3:21pm On Feb 23, 2018
ponpon:
University of Florida is a big one sir, congratulations!!!!! What's your profile?

Course : Construction Management
CGPA : 3.89/4.00 ( WES)
Publications: 5

GRE
Quant: 154
Verbal: 152

Experience
Research Assistant : 2016 - present

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Education / Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by briliantsak(m): 12:16pm On Feb 23, 2018
smallsuper:
Update from my Georgia Tech application
They told me to get RA from a faculty before April 15 or else my application will be declined. No faculty has agreed yet to take me.

Don't relax yet bro... Keep pushing, April is almost here.

Between, Louisiana State University is there (Winks)...and you're still expecting others. (All the best)

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