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 Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Learnania by Donraqh(m): 3:58pm On Jun 24, 2023 |
I was scheduled for 3:30 pm but the portal returns error 403. I don't know what's going on. |
| Programming / I'll Pay N10k........� by Donraqh(m): 12:01pm On May 09, 2023 |
If you have a finance/business or tech blog with DA/DR at least 20+, I'll pay for backlink. Kindly indicate or WhatsApp: +2347034847816 |
| Webmasters / Re: How I Wasted Million Naira Plus Hiring Writers On Nairaland by Donraqh(m): 6:37pm On Dec 14, 2022 |
This is sad and most uncharitable. I'm always afraid of hiring writers, so I write my content myself to avoid stories that deafen the ears. I bounced a project lately after it was tailored to hire writers to speed up results under my watch. If I'm not writing myself, it's not suitable. Except I train you myself and watch your shoulder from workstation I'm not dealing. Content is the currency of the web, there a lot at stake to risk for anyone. It's quite a pity to understand you've been through rough surfaces in the hands of writers who know little or nothing about holding an ideal of integrity. Learn to write yourself or keep your money next time. Kind regards. 3 Likes |
| Literature / Re: How I Made My First $500 As A Freelance Writer by Donraqh(m): 5:38pm On Dec 14, 2022 |
Zitoangels: That was loads of experience going for you. Nigerian clients are the most difficult group you can ever deal with, however, they are worth it for starters looking to establish their feet. There's this trait with clients to toil with your intelligence, but often you've got taken in whatever to stay afloat in your little days. Thereafter, define your path, fix a rate and stand by it, that's the way to go. Do not appear desperate else you won't like the outcome. Most clients treat writers as though they're doing them a favor, but the reverse is often the case. Place a value on yourself like an asset that you are, writing is such an honorable profession that must be treated with every respect it deserves. Bonus tip; Sign up for an account on Linked In, and optimize your profile to reflect who you are. Start connecting with brands, editors and resource persons in front-end organizations you perceive could need your service. Having established formality, shoot your shots afterward. Don't forget to send out cold mails inquiring about writing service, do this often as the more the brighter your chances. Keep your social relevance handy as they'll require it to vouch for your expertise. I'll reach out when necessary, good luck and warmest regards. 1 Like |
| Literature / How I Made My First $500 As A Freelance Writer by Donraqh(m): 3:58pm On Dec 14, 2022 |
In my days of little beginning as a freelance writer, I joined several writing groups to increase my chances of landing a writing gig. Was I able to get any? Yes, of course, was the pay somewhere around my rate, and did I ever get paid? These are reasons I think you should read through this piece to the end. So I landed this gig of 3,000 words counts each in multiple 5-folds, that's a 15,000-word count gig altogether. I was pretty new in the market so keeping to a personal rate wouldn't be that visible and realistic for some reasons I will tell you about shortly. 1) Despite being a good writer with a track record with a handful of clients in Nigeria, I wasn't established to full potential with international clients yet, so I needed a headstart. I was at the mercy of the client's offer; he opted I go for 10 cents per word, and considering the word counts I was targeting about $1,500 and that's a lot of money in my country you know. I went for it since it wasn't a bad one considering what $1,500 can change in my life, the offer was too good to ignore. 2) As a boarding writer looking for international relevance, I thought it was my best opportunity to move into the global market. I was ready to do a job for free so long it will afford me social proof I could document for subsequent clients who would need my social relevance. Those were my reasons for striking a deal. I commenced the job in earnest and delivered each content review before the afore-agreed date with the client. He was pleased with my work and assured me of subsequent projects ahead. In between the job it occurred to me to ask for some money given that I've done a reasonable part of it. He told me that payment comes after the job and it was strictly his terms. My soul sank, and I was discouraged, however, to back out at this point was not the least of the best ideas that occurred to me. Having submitted the fourth content, I insisted he should mobilize me since I was beginning to entertain doubts that the dude was up to something. He asked me to raise an invoice and forward it to him so he can start preparing my payment. I was delighted, I prepared and sent the invoice within a short while. While I waited for the payment he insisted I should send in the last content for review so there won't be back and forth after payment. I obliged and did as requested hoping to have him release my payment at once afterward. I waited for my payment to no avail, I sent in a series of emails with no response, and I waited for two weeks without any sign of payment. Finally, he blocked me on Facebook, I sent in emails without a response, and that was it, I was duped big time. I almost gave up on the international job haunting, but then I met another client who needed my social proof badly to engage my service. I sent in those jobs I never got paid for as my social proof, in no particular order I got the job at $1 per word for 1000 word counts. I asked for up payment and he paid half of the money $500 and I was like ����, that was a breakthrough. You know what, I've been working with this dude for the past three years and his jobs have been satisfying, I've gotten referral clients who pay my rates through him. Bottom line 1) I was duped by the first client, but it never deterred me from job hunting, I got more aggressive in my job haunting afterward. The point here is; when it seems you had a major setback, that's when you should come back stronger and strike harder. 2) I learned to place value on myself and set a rate for my freelance business and it worked out for me. Don't let clients toil with you, you are a content creator and not a beggar for crying out loud. No brand survives online without content so place a value on yourself. 3) Always ask for a part payment before you dive into any job, don't appear desperate to lose your side of the bargain; you'll risk being duped. What was your experience with clients while trying to scale up your freelance writing service, have you been underpaid, duped, etc., Share your experience with us. |
| Romance / Re: If Your Boyfriend Comes To Me, He Is Gone, Lady. Photos and Video. by Donraqh(m): 4:24pm On Oct 21, 2022 |
As she wowo reach so, I don't blame her anyway, I blame men. |
| Politics / Re: Wike Endorses Sanwo-Olu For Second Term by Donraqh(m): 2:26pm On Oct 18, 2022 |
GamalNasser: They don't have the balls I guess. |
| Religion / 6 Types Of Members You Find In The Church by Donraqh(m): 8:49am On Oct 09, 2022 |
This thread does not intend to portray the church in a bad light, however, to point out obvious characters that made up its congregation. 1) The overzealous members These members appear dedicated to their faith that sometimes you begin to wonder if they're flesh and blood. If you are looking for a true definition of I'm holier than thou, look no further, they represent everything in-between. This group of Christians sees anyone who does not operate on the same frequency as them as inferior or better still sinners disguised as Christians. The worst thing about most of them is, a little encounter with them portrays them to be the exact opposite of what you think they are, transact business with them you'll appreciate better how greed and covetousness are their lots These members believed they own the church, and they most times control the church leadership. 2) The ordinary members These members are my favorite type, their own is to attend church services and go home straight, and they don't have time for church politics whatsoever. The more you try to involve and lure them closer the farther they stay away, they go to church because they're convinced to do so not because of persuasion from anyone. You'll feel comfortable associating with them more than any other type of member, to them humanity is first before religion. 3) The phone pressers If you've not noticed these types of members in recent times, you probably are not a regular in the church. The moment they get sited, they make their phones a companion that no message or order of service matters. Peep through, you'll be amazed they're on social media, chatting on WhatsApp, etc. They'll use the entrance and exit more than the ushers, why are they walking up and down? They're talking calls. 4) The fashion members These group of members hardly come to church, they visit on rare occasions especially when they have new or modern cloth to show off. They'll be the last to walk into the church when every member is sited and can take cognizance of their attire. They are filled with innate pride and can give you that gory look if you overstep your boundary into their space by error. Nothing matters to them more than their clothes and respect. 5) The sleeping members Everybody may have been a victim of sudden sleep in the church, however, some members are sole custodians of sleeping in the church as always that you'll think they have sleeping sicknesses. They'll bathe in their house, and put on their best attire just to fall asleep the moment their butts hit the church sit. Ushers don't tap them anymore, as they easily pick offense for no reason, it's well. 6) The chaikers/receivers I purposely saved this group of members for the last spot. Either you refute it or accept it, they are in your church. The only reason they come to church is to toss babes and most babes are there to give and receive signals too. Messages about holiness and against fornication are not for them, they are always busy looking for their like and they'll surely get it. Haven't you heard instances where people were caught having sex in the church toilet or nearby hideouts during night vigils, most parents don't even know what their children are up to. Now you know. There you have a few on the list, feel free to add yours. 42 Likes 1 Share |
| Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Lost My Job Today, After Few Months Of Employment by Donraqh(m): 2:53pm On Sep 27, 2022 |
AlfaSeltzer: Fear God now, there's no justification for this response. 1 Like |
| Career / Re: 7 Types Of Bosses In Nigeria's Corporate Outfits by Donraqh(m): 2:28pm On Sep 23, 2022 |
Fryzi: May God in his infinite mercy heal her. |
| Career / Re: 7 Types Of Bosses In Nigeria's Corporate Outfits by Donraqh(m): 3:38pm On Sep 21, 2022 |
What's your experience as an employee with any of the afore listed bosses? 2 Likes 3 Shares |
| Career / 7 Types Of Bosses In Nigeria's Corporate Outfits by Donraqh(m): 3:36pm On Sep 21, 2022 |
7 types of Bosses in Nigeria's corporate outfits. 1) The prayerful boss This type of boss can pray for Africa, whether you like it or not they'll force you to join prayer sessions. Ironically, prayers do not change or improve their life pattern one bit, they can so deal with you that you begin to question the basis of their prayers. A common trait with them is; they are chronic womanizers most times, but do it with code that you'll hardly decode except you're a bad guy too, wink�. 2) The overzealous Boss This boss can make you think your life revolves around office work. They'll hardly allow you proceed on at least 10 minutes break/launch out of your 30 or 35 minutes daily. This boss is ready to work a willing horse in you dead. He'll assign you multiple tasks and expects you to be up to speed, timely and accurate, no excuse�, you must multi-task o, ehe. If you loose guard you chop query straight up, they write you as if you can't form a sentence in reply. This boss don't mind sending you 10 queries a day as well as attach time limit for your maximum response. To them, writing you is a way of punishing you and as well as inconvenience your day. They won't mind copying a higher authority that could make your punishment drastic. There favorite lines as always are; "Kindly explain why the Management should not punish/meet your attitude with grave sanctions�, as if he's the one to decide for Management on how to punish you." Except you apply wisdom, they won't let you proceed on annual leave, but they won't spend a single minute of their leave in the office(ndi mgbu). 3) The jolly boss This type of boss is a good fellow by default, he/she carries everybody along. He'll play with you that you'll start cracking jokes with him, regardless. But it's left for you to know the limit between play and work. He'll make you understand that office work should be fun, in fact he plays with work and expects you to feel free while at work, but this must not interfere with your performance. This type of boss most often gets disrespected by female colleagues, but trust him to deal and apply necessary sanctions if need be. This boss may be randy, in this case going in-and-out of female colleagues skirts/garments may just be his delight�. He is free and may spend all of his salary to keep everyone happy at large. 4) The Bossy Boss/nagging Boss This boss needs no formal introduction nah�♀️ If you haven't worked under this boss, it's possible you haven't been to the Nigerian corporate outfits. This type of boss can without provocation shout the living day light out of you for no reason �. He'll pounce in the event you fall short of expectation, always be on guard, otherwise get prepared to be disgraced before customers or clients who hold you to a high esteem, waiting concern oga nah�♀️�. God punish you if he wants to chyke a new girl around, he'll order you around like a piece of paper that even you will regret the day you apply to join the service. Just so the girl will notice how powerful and authority he is. If you have interest in the same, just move on, because oga tell her how your salary is just pea nut and won't cater for her financial bills. Trust mumu girls nah��� Those guys, na God go reason their matter. 5) The quiet Boss The quiet boss is a delight to work with. He'll accord you every respect, they are calm in the spirit, always willing to correct you, but can be brutal in judgment. They don't talk too much, he may laugh with you on a misconduct that you'll think it's over, before you get to your desk a hot mail is waiting in your inbox already, �♀️, that's who they are. They don't have time to chase clout, simple. Don't get them provoked and irritated, the outcome will shock your ancestors. 6) The dull and unintelligent Boss These one's are often found within the female category, no shades. They hardly know work procedure, they'll call and rely on a subordinate to delegate duty and accomplish task. They can be saucy and annoying, always want to show their authority but lack depth in workflow. The management in their wisdom deemed her a boss, and she'll always be up their expectation. 7) The phone Boss This Boss will be on phone for the better part of work hours. It's either he is on call or chatting, most times coordinating his/her private business. Any request on their table will be met with reluctant setbacks, they don't care. The only time they work is when their own supervisors are around, even oga get aga na���. They can do eye service � These are just a few of the bosses from my experience, add yours at the comment section. Don't spoil the fun 34 Likes 4 Shares |
| Webmasters / Re: I'll Pay For Backlink... Come Get This Offer... by Donraqh(m): 9:48pm On Jul 22, 2022 |
angelEmade: Chat me on WhatsApp, please. |
| Programming / I'll Pay For Backlink... Come And Get My Money.... by Donraqh(m): 3:37pm On Jul 21, 2022 |
If you have a finance/business or tech blog with DA/DR at least 20+, I'll pay for backlink. Kindly indicate or WhatsApp: +2347034847816 |
| Webmasters / I'll Pay For Backlink... Come Get This Offer... by Donraqh(m): 9:26am On Jul 20, 2022 |
If you have a finance/business or tech blog with DA/DR at least 20+, I'll pay for backlink. Kindly indicate or WhatsApp: +2347034847816 |
| Webmasters / I'll Pay For Backlink... Come Get This Offer... by Donraqh(m): 3:43pm On Jul 14, 2022 |
If you have a finance/business or tech blog with DA/DR at least 20+, I'll pay for backlink. Kindly indicate or WhatsApp: +2347034847816 |
| Politics / Re: Pictures Of Obiano After His Tenure As Anambra Governor by Donraqh(m): 1:41pm On Jun 01, 2022 |
| Politics / Re: Pictures Of Obiano After His Tenure As Anambra Governor by Donraqh(m): 1:41pm On Jun 01, 2022 |
Brexxit: ���� |
| Web Market / Re: I'll Pay N10k.....,� by Donraqh(m): 7:26am On May 15, 2022 |
Veiniously: Kindly reach out via WhatsApp please +2347034847816 |
| European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) / Re: Wolves Vs Manchester City (1 - 5) On 11th May 2022 by Donraqh(m): 5:54am On May 12, 2022 |
Simply, a destruction of the poor by the oppressor. City but why, where's the milk of thy human kindness? |
| Career / Re: I Finally Quit My Bank Job For Bolt Driving by Donraqh(m): 2:55pm On May 11, 2022 |
2blockus: I'm glad to read your success story, my brother. A Bank contract job is a waste of life... I quit that shit in June last year to manage my blog business full time and I've never regretted I took that step. I earn in USD monthly on a steady piece way above $700 to $1,000. I knew I was in the wrong place the moment I joined the system in 2014. I launched my first blog in 2015 as an exit strategy, it couldn't work following several reasons. I learned from my mistake and launched the second one in 2018 and as God had it I succeeded with it. At a point it was paying 5x my monthly salary, I quickly launched the second one in June last year and Japa the same month. The second blog is not doing bad either and planning of testing another niche this year. I am happy with my life today. If you are a contract staff with a Nigerian bank, stop wasting your life. Learn a digital skill and you'll be happy you did. 5 Likes |
| Web Market / I'll Pay N10k.....,� by Donraqh(m): 8:02am On May 05, 2022 |
If you have a finance/business or tech blog with DA/DR at least 20+, I'll pay N10k for backlink. Kindly indicate or WhatsApp: +2347034847816 |
| Webmasters / I'll Pay N10k.....,� by Donraqh(m): 3:53pm On May 04, 2022 |
If you have a finance/business or tech blog with DA/DR at least 20+, I'll pay N10k for backlink. Kindly indicate or WhatsApp: +2347034847816 |
| Celebrities / Re: Mr Ibu Teases Davido: You Just Dey Buy Houses Everywhere, No Buy Lagos O by Donraqh(m): 7:16am On Apr 19, 2022 |
Eryyy92: You're so pained, why? |
| Politics / Re: EFCC Punishes Officer Behind Leaked Video Of Willie Obiano by Donraqh(m): 4:39pm On Mar 21, 2022 |
Audio discipline biko. No be Naija again? 8 Likes 1 Share |
| Career / Re: Should I Continue With My Bank Cleaner Job Or Work In The Filling Station by Donraqh(m): 2:37pm On Feb 07, 2022 |
Idowu116: 1) I will suggest you stay put in your present location and make do with the N26k salary from the bank for now. 2) You can enrol for a part-time problem in your current location, all you need is good rapport with your fellow cleaners in your office. They'll cover up for you on lecture and exam days. Besides lectures and exams with part-time programs are usually weekends, so you may just score a point if your branch isn't doing Saturday/Sunday banking. You'll hardly get such opportunity in a fuel station since they run 24/7 on default though you stand to make side money with numerical ability. 3) Is your uncle in Ibadan married? If yes, that's a red flag. Forget the promise of accommodation and feeding it's not gonna work. She'll turn to something else very soon. Besides, they'll turn you to a domestic staff without pay though you shouldn't be expecting any, and I bet you won't like it. Your uncle has a good agenda for you, but please stay put in your struggle. It won't be long before you will breakthrough. If he's not married which I doubt, still do not depend on relatives promises, hustle your way out. All man for himself. If he can afford your feeding and accommodation why not pay your school fees too? The devil you know is better than the Angel you don't know. Good luck. 5 Likes 2 Shares |
| Politics / Re: Sowore: Tinubu, Osinbajo, Obi’s 2023 Ambitions Dead On Arrival by Donraqh(m): 2:52pm On Feb 03, 2022 |
nzeobi: Provided Jagaban is in picture Reno will not say shit. |
| Programming / Re: Who Can Build A Tracking Website? Let's Talk by Donraqh(m): 2:20pm On Jan 31, 2022 |
Donraqh: Thank you for checking this thread, I've gotten a programmer already�. |
| Programming / Who Can Build A Tracking Website? Let's Talk by Donraqh(m): 10:59am On Jan 31, 2022 |
I need a good programmer who can build a tracking website. Be ready to show your work sample please. WhatsApp: 07034847816 |
| Family / Re: My Son's Girlfriend Comes To Our House To Sleep Everyday by Donraqh(m): 9:14am On Oct 11, 2021 |
icecool12: Legendary advise, pele o. Children of destruction. Las las you'll still be a parent, when in similar situation you may consider this advice. 2 Likes |
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