This might just be all you need.
https://explicitsuccess.com/business-tips-for-success/

This might be all you need to get that long-awaited job
https://explicitsuccess.com/8-ultimate-secrets-get-a-job-without-experience/

Education makes you knowledgeable
It gives you opportunities
It hones the existing skills you have not even discovered
it feeds your self-esteem and confidence
It can make you win bigger contracts of your business in the future
Even if you don't use the certificate to work, just go through school, put in your best and you will indirectly be exposed to life lessons.
By the time you are through, you will be better trained for your business and your communication skills will greatly improve.
It may not be easy but when there's a will, there will be a way.
You can encourage yourself further with this story of a beggar that became a successful lawyer. If he has a business in mind i'm sure he will succeed in it effortlessly.
https://explicitsuccess.com/how-a-crippled-beggar-became-a-lawyer-true-life-story/

These 10 tips will transform your life incredibly
https://explicitsuccess.com/how-to-make-your-life-better/

Even if you don't have an experience, you can still get a job. Don't fall victim of these scammers.
https://explicitsuccess.com/8-ultimate-secrets-get-a-job-without-experience/

You need to know what it takes to succeed even after gaining admission - This is an interview with the overall best graduating student.
https://explicitsuccess.com/an-interview-with-okpara-michael/

Don't fall for scammers. Prepare yourself ahead.

https://explicitsuccess.com/8-ultimate-secrets-get-a-job-without-experience/

My secondary school experience

https://explicitsuccess.com/to-love-yourself-doesnt-have-to-be-hard-read-these-9-tips/

This may just be what you need to survive many school's stress and headache.
https://explicitsuccess.com/12-strategies-to-cope-with-university-anxiety-and-stress/

Your success might depend on this.
https://explicitsuccess.com/should-i-study-at-daytime-or-night/

We would begin on the 4th of January.

I wouldn't like to add more numbers after we have started as Whatsapp wouldn't show previous messages and it won't be easy going back to the previous discussions as there are specific tips to be discussed and practised per week.

Hence, once we start, this window won't be opened till next year.

So, congratulations to everyone on board already, I will start adding you from Friday.

However, if you still wish to make a decision before Friday, do now.

I wish you a pleasant, record-breaking and successful 2019.

It's still 10 days to the end of the year. We are kicking off powerfully in the first week of January. I am sure you don't want to miss this. Join the moving train as you can still catch up with it now before the doors are closed.

In recent times, the requirement of experience as a prerequisite for securing a job has become as strange as an overrated price tag on a product in an expensive supermarket.

Nevertheless, thousands of people have gotten their jobs without experience and people still get jobs on a daily basis with absolutely no job experience.

You may think I am being unrealistic but of course, I am also aware of the reality that we are in an age where many companies set strict, unrealistic standards for vacancies in form of specified years of experience or age bracket.

This might give you the presumption that such employers are biased about their requirements as regards job experience and age bracket and you might feel angry with them a few times but let me show you what exactly makes people fall short of the age or experience requirement and then I will go further to let you know how you can still get the job despite your imperfections.

SO WHY DO PEOPLE FALL SHORT OF THIS JOB EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT?
This is mainly due to individual educational pursuits. This is even less fair in some African countries due to the rigid and imbalanced educational system which often leads to incessant strikes (a political pause in school activities) and resultant delay in the academic calendar.

I am also aware of the fact that some people finish their studies late and end up not being able to fall within the age bracket of an advertised job position.

Why? It’s simply because there’s an iota of truth in the popular saying – fingers are not equal.

Some people are privileged to be born into a high societal family which gives them the opportunity of completing their academic pursuits very early. No financial constraints whatsoever. Hence, they join the workforce effortlessly even at an average ‘job age’ and gather job experiences on time.

On the other hand, some might need to take up part-time studies which take more time. This is to help them to work and study concurrently to support themselves.

The above-stated reasons and others have frustrated most job seekers and they are almost giving up on the pursuit of their dream job or chosen career path since they have put in their best in the search.

Above these hitches and glitches, I strongly believe that no matter the situation, there is always a way out and tough situations brings out the toughness in us.

So back to our main topic of discourse – How do you get hired with no job experience?

1. DEVELOP YOUR CHARACTER
A friend of mine went for an interview and the man who was to interview her suddenly got upset and started insulting her. She was shocked by the sudden change in the man’s attitude and wanted to respond in a harsh way when it was becoming unbearable but kept mute until the man asked her to get out of his office.

On her way home, she wished she gave the man a befitting reply and kept wondering why she kept quiet. Perhaps, she has practised that in similar situations. She obviously didn’t expect any response from the company but to her wildest surprise, she got a call later that day from that same man asking her to resume work.

OOPS!
She was so shocked! The interviewer later told her that her interview was a test of character and the company wanted to know if she will be able to handle a tensed situation as a marketer even when she was not at fault.

Your story might not be exactly like hers because you might not even experience yours in an interview room. You don’t know who is watching you in your neighbourhood, your gatherings, at an event or anywhere. Your potential employer might be a few miles away from you.

So, the most basic key to success in life is self-development. Consciously make yourself an excellent person in every sphere of life not only for job purposes but because that’s the best thing you can do for yourself.

We live in a very small world and we meet people in unexpected places. Often times, unexpected people end up becoming the angels we so long for. Develop the character that’s worth attracting referral.

Moreover, such characters will sustain you on the job if you ended up getting it. Therefore, start working on it now.

Some behavioural characters you can practise include being patient with people and being more of a listener. You can also compliment people, help people when you can, smile a lot, say thank you, appreciate kind gestures. Be nice to everyone no matter who they are, love genuinely, accept faults, take corrections, support others. Return favours, give gifts, call old-time treasured friends and so on.

Some of the characters necessary for job recommendations are honesty, trust and integrity. Others are politeness, positive attitude towards work, dependability and excellence amidst others.

2. COMMUNICATE
You should be able to communicate considerably well both verbally and in writing. Build your vocabulary and your confidence. Be a competent and confident graduate such that if you are able to get an interview, your communication competence can serve as an attraction.

Also, consciously engage yourself in intelligent discussions anytime you get the chance, especially in public places. Be sure to intelligently display your strengths and values in the course of these discussions without a tone of arrogance. Do your best to avoid irrelevant talks in public events.

3. DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS
I mean skills you naturally possess. This could be in the area of computer applications such as MS word, excel, PowerPoint etc. Information technology (IT) could also be of immense benefit in the long run. You should develop yourself in terms of problem-solving skills, critical thinking, creativity, analytics etc. You can also take a deep look at yourself to know what naturally excites you and then try to build on it. There are many free online courses you can start with.

You could engage yourself in any certified online course that would also be a bonus to your CV. You just have to be intentional about the courses you opt for as there are many of them and it’s best to focus on the most relevant to the dream job you aspire.

Nevertheless, there are some that fit into a very broad scope and this includes digital marketing, project management amidst others.

4. MAKE THE MOST OF EVERY OPPORTUNITY
Whether you are a fresh graduate or not, this will be valuable to you sooner or later.

A guy was opportune to have his industrial training with a very big company during his undergraduate days. While he was there, he did his best to be exceptional. When he graduated, he went back to the company as a volunteer.

Due to the initial relationship he had with the company in the past, when the company needed graduate interns, he was considered without stress.

Now, many people will miss such a good opportunity of securing a job by becoming overly familiar with staff members. He was smart enough to be diligent, committed and exceptional such that he got the job when a vacant situation arose and eventually got an award.

Such can also be the case for you if you are willing to go the miles.

5. BE ACTIVE BY BEING A VOLUNTEER
Many people do not like the thought of volunteering. The very first thing that comes to mind is ‘work without payment’ but the truth remains that the act of volunteerism has its own great benefits. In reality, there is nothing like an irrelevant work experience.

Volunteerism is very flexible such that you can volunteer on a part-time basis. Therefore allowing you to volunteer for 2 or more firms at the same time. This will help you to gather different skills and experiences. It also gives you ample personal time for self-development.

Therefore, I’d advise that you get involved in gainful engagements such as volunteerism and internships. Although most of these activities have little or no and most graduates don’t like giving such a second thought. The truth remains that any company looks inside first before giving out their opportunities to outsiders. So, you being in the system already can be an edge. So, quit complaining and get into action!

6. NETWORK
A commonly used term in the world of job-hunting today is the word – Networking.

Networking serves as a foundation on which you can nurture beautiful and beneficial relationships. Other benefits are an exchange of interests and ideas with a person or group of persons. Networking also provides you with an avenue to imprint yourself in the mind of a potential employer.

According to Investopedia, Networking helps to develop professional relationships that may boost an individual’s future business and employment prospects.

Try your best to get in contact with relevant people in the company you are looking forward to joining. The ‘relevant’ I used earlier does not mean only the Human Resource Personnel or Manager or any top persons. The relevant person in your case might be a low-rank person who will speak for you.

There are many avenues through which you could network. You can network by following up the company’s activities online. Hence, any public event organized can enable you to connect face to face after you might have met someone online. Such events may include training, conferences, seminars or even awareness.

A VERY GOOD ONLINE NETWORKING PLATFORM – LINKEDIN.
LinkedIn is such a powerful job platform that have helped thousands of people to get a job. According to them, Over 75% of people who recently changed jobs used LinkedIn to inform their career decision. Top recruiters are 60% more engaged with LinkedIn recruiting tools. 87% of active and passive candidates are open to new job opportunities. The top channels people use to look for new jobs are online job boards 60%, social professional networks 56%, and word of mouth 50%.

Besides, you can actually use this platform to build a good relationship with staff members of a particular firm before you get a chance of meeting them.

This in a way helps your introduction when you finally get to meet the person. Your discussions will likely flow well. However, before you start using LinkedIn, ensure you have a very good profile so you won’t get your potential employer discouraged. Also, ensure everything in your profile is nothing but the truth.

In short, networking allows you to speak about or showcase your skills and potentials.

7. BUILD A STRONG CV/RESUME
Your CV/Resume is one very important selling point. It tells your potential employer a whole lot about you even before they get to meet you in person. Therefore, it is imperative for you to take it very seriously.

Don’t just write great things about yourself in your CV/resume. Be real about it by ensuring you are everything your CV says about you. This will help your confidence level when you finally get questioned about it.

8. TAKE THE STEP
Don’t let the ‘impossible prerequisites’ of the vacancies of your dream job scare you. You just need to take a step of faith by applying for some positions.

You never can tell if you’d be considered for an interview. Why let it slip out of your hand when you have nothing to lose by trying to apply.

Also, the wealth of knowledge gathered through active volunteerism/internships may be what your potential employer wants. Don’t forget that the accumulation of years of work experience is not only what matters.

Continue to apply for relevant opportunities regardless of whatsoever, inasmuch as you are up to the task. Do not permit anything to be a limit or boundary.

CONCLUSION
There is no limit to the greatness you can achieve and the only limit that exists lies in our minds.

So, have you been in a job-hunting situation in the past? Let me know what worked for you.

Have you tried any of these strategies? What was the result?

Are you optimistic but you have a particular concern? Feel free to share in the comment section below.

Source: explicitsuccess.com

Due to some technical difficulties and personal hitches brought to my notice, you can drop your numbers and I will communicate with you as soon as we start. It is going to be an interesting ride that you won't regret. You can trust me on that.

Hurry and make 2019 your best academic year so far.

Make that decision now and your next generation will thank you.

It is not enough to be pushed or motivated academically once and expect something magical to happen like fiaaaaam!

You have your eyes set on a particular goal, you do not only need a one-time orientation.
What you need is a one-on-one consistent mentoring from someone who has been in your shoes and finished excellently.
The onus is on me to ensure you hit that target.

How will this happen? I run a WhatsApp group for students who want to be the best or one of the best in their first-degree programs. I believe once you make this foundational feat, other degrees will be a piece of cake. There are important success tips and truths I will open your eyes to see and guide you on how to make the best use of them.

I am committed to seeing you succeed and be the first on the excellent student’s list. At worst, you should be part of the top 10 amidst hundreds of students. If you are not a first-degree student but you are reading this, this information will surely be beneficial to your sister, brother, daughter, son, or anyone you surely know would need this.

The fact is some people believe it’s not all about academics, but I will say to you categorically that, life may not be all about academics but a beautiful result usually determines who people perceive you to be intellectually and the capability they think you possess. There is no gainsaying the fact that you must have passed through hurdles and survived as an outstanding student.

Hence, you will be able to deal with life hurdles in reality and not break. You will be able to keep your head up even when things don’t go the way you envisaged. Well, that’s if you are ready to pay the price for success and not shortcuts.

Let me remind you also that the opportunities an excellent result can attract ranges from full scholarships and subsidized studies to others varieties of favour.

So, if this excites you, send a direct email to victoria@explicitsuccess.com and answer the following questions:

1. Why do you want to be one of the best students?
2. What is your academic level - Poor, Average, Good, Excellent?
3. What is your current C.G.P.A?
4. What academic stage are you in the university – 100, 200, 300, 400, 500 level?
5. What is your plan after achieving this feat?
6. Your Whatsapp Number?

I will send you the WhatsApp link to join the group shortly.

Other benefits you can enjoy are further personal development coaching and subsequent training.

It is not enough to be pushed or motivated academically once and expect something magical to happen like fiaaaaam!

You have your eyes set on a particular goal, you do not only need a one-time orientation.
What you need is a one-on-one consistent mentoring from someone who has been in your shoes and finished excellently.
The onus is on me to ensure you hit that target.

How will this happen? I run a WhatsApp group for students who want to be the best or one of the best in their first-degree programs. I believe once you make this foundational feat, other degrees will be a piece of cake. There are important success tips and truths I will open your eyes to see and guide you on how to make the best use of them.

I am committed to seeing you succeed and be the first on the excellent student’s list. At worst, you should be part of the top 10 amidst hundreds of students. If you are not a first-degree student but you are reading this, this information will surely be beneficial to your sister, brother, daughter, son, or anyone you surely know would need this.

The fact is some people believe it’s not all about academics, but I will say to you categorically that, life may not be all about academics but a beautiful result usually determines who people perceive you to be intellectually and the capability they think you possess. There is no gainsaying the fact that you must have passed through hurdles and survived as an outstanding student.

Hence, you will be able to deal with life hurdles in reality and not break. You will be able to keep your head up even when things don’t go the way you envisaged. Well, that’s if you are ready to pay the price for success and not shortcuts.

Let me remind you also that the opportunities an excellent result can attract ranges from full scholarships and subsidized studies to others varieties of favour.

So, if this excites you, send a direct email to victoria@explicitsuccess.com and answer the following questions:

1. Why do you want to be one of the best students?
2. What is your academic level - Poor, Average, Good, Excellent?
3. What is your current C.G.P.A?
4. What academic stage are you in the university – 100, 200, 300, 400, 500 level?
5. Your WhatsApp number?
6. What is your plan after achieving this feat?

Other benefits you can enjoy are further personal development coaching and subsequent training.

Please note! One of the fundamental rules that make students fail in exams is the trivialization of instructions. Do you think instructions are a waste of time? No, they are not. The last time I dropped this here, I found many students dropping numbers on the thread. The instruction here is simple. Send me an email with answers to the following questions and if you don't have one, opening a new Gmail or Yahoo account is as easy as A B C. Kindly adhere to instruction. Thank you.

It is not enough to be pushed or motivated academically once and expect something magical to happen like fiaaaaam!

You have your eyes set on a particular goal, you do not only need a one-time orientation.
What you need is a one-on-one consistent mentoring from someone who has been in your shoes and finished excellently.
The onus is on me to ensure you hit that target.

How will this happen? I run a WhatsApp group for students who want to be the best or one of the best in their first-degree programs. I believe once you make this foundational feat, other degrees will be a piece of cake. There are important success tips and truths I will open your eyes to see and guide you on how to make the best use of them.

I am committed to seeing you succeed and be the first on the excellent student’s list. At worst, you should be part of the top 10 amidst hundreds of students. If you are not a first-degree student but you are reading this, this information will surely be beneficial to your sister, brother, daughter, son, or anyone you surely know would need this.

The fact is some people believe it’s not all about academics, but I will say to you categorically that, life may not be all about academics but a beautiful result usually determines who people perceive you to be intellectually and the capability they think you possess. There is no gainsaying the fact that you must have passed through hurdles and survived as an outstanding student.

Hence, you will be able to deal with life hurdles in reality and not break. You will be able to keep your head up even when things don’t go the way you envisaged. Well, that’s if you are ready to pay the price for success and not shortcuts.

Let me remind you also that the opportunities an excellent result can attract ranges from full scholarships and subsidized studies to others varieties of favour.

So, if this excites you, send a direct email to victoria@explicitsuccess.com and answer the following questions:

1. Why do you want to be one of the best students?
2. What is your academic level - Poor, Average, Good, Excellent?
3. What is your current C.G.P.A?
4. What academic stage are you in the university – 100, 200, 300, 400, 500 level?
5. What is your plan after achieving this feat?

I will send you the WhatsApp link to join the group shortly.

Other benefits you can enjoy are further personal development coaching and subsequent training.

8 ULTIMATE SECRETS TO GET A JOB WITHOUT EXPERIENCE

In recent times, the requirement of experience as a prerequisite for securing a job has become as strange as an overrated price tag on a product in an expensive supermarket.

Nevertheless, thousands of people have gotten their jobs without experience and people still get jobs on a daily basis with absolutely no job experience.

You may think I am being unrealistic but of course, I am also aware of the reality that we are in an age where many companies set strict, unrealistic standards for vacancies in form of specified years of experience or age bracket.

This might give you the presumption that such employers are biased about their requirements as regards job experience and age bracket and you might feel angry with them a few times but let me show you what exactly makes people fall short of the age or experience requirement and then I will go further to let you know how you can still get the job despite your imperfections.

SO WHY DO PEOPLE FALL SHORT OF THIS JOB EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT?
This is mainly due to individual educational pursuits. This is even less fair in some African countries due to the rigid and imbalanced educational system which often leads to incessant strikes (a political pause in school activities) and resultant delay in the academic calendar.

I am also aware of the fact that some people finish their studies late and end up not being able to fall within the age bracket of an advertised job position.

Why? It’s simply because there’s an iota of truth in the popular saying – fingers are not equal.

Some people are privileged to be born into a high societal family which gives them the opportunity of completing their academic pursuits very early. No financial constraints whatsoever. Hence, they join the workforce effortlessly even at an average ‘job age’ and gather job experiences on time.

On the other hand, some might need to take up part-time studies which take more time. This is to help them to work and study concurrently to support themselves.

The above-stated reasons and others have frustrated most job seekers and they are almost giving up on the pursuit of their dream job or chosen career path since they have put in their best in the search.

Above these hitches and glitches, I strongly believe that no matter the situation, there is always a way out and tough situations brings out the toughness in us.

So back to our main topic of discourse – How do you get hired with no job experience?

1. DEVELOP YOUR CHARACTER
A friend of mine went for an interview and the man who was to interview her suddenly got upset and started insulting her. She was shocked by the sudden change in the man’s attitude and wanted to respond in a harsh way when it was becoming unbearable but kept mute until the man asked her to get out of his office.

On her way home, she wished she gave the man a befitting reply and kept wondering why she kept quiet. Perhaps, she has practised that in similar situations. She obviously didn’t expect any response from the company but to her wildest surprise, she got a call later that day from that same man asking her to come and resume work.

OOPS!
To say she was shocked will be an understatement. The interviewer later told her that her interview was a test of character and the company wanted to know if she will be able to handle a tensed situation as a marketer even when she is not at fault.

Your story might not be exactly like hers because you might not even experience yours in an interview room. You don’t know who is watching you in your neighbourhood, your gatherings, at an event or anywhere. Your potential employer might be a few miles away from you.

So, the most basic key to success in life is self-development. Consciously make yourself an excellent person in every sphere of life not only for job purposes but because that’s the best thing you can do for yourself.

We live in a very small world and we meet people in unexpected places. Often times, unexpected people end up becoming the angels we so long for. Develop the character that’s worth attracting referral.

Moreover, such characters will sustain you on the job if you ended up getting it. Therefore, start working on it now.

Some behavioural characters you can practise include being patient with people and being more of a listener. You can also compliment people, help people when you can, smile a lot, say thank you, appreciate kind gestures. Be nice to everyone no matter who they are, love genuinely, accept faults, take corrections, support others. Return favours, give gifts, call old-time treasured friends and so on.

Some of the characters necessary for job recommendations are honesty, trust and integrity. Others are politeness, positive attitude towards work, dependability and excellence amidst others.

2. COMMUNICATE
8 Ultimate Secrets Of How To Get A Job Without Experience
8 Ultimate Secrets To Get A Job Without Experience
You should be able to communicate considerably well both verbally and in writing. Build your vocabulary and your confidence. Be a competent and confident graduate such that if you are able to get an interview, your communication competence can serve as an attraction.

Also, consciously engage yourself in intelligent discussions anytime you get the chance, especially in public places. Be sure to intelligently display your strengths and values in the course of these discussions without a tone of arrogance. Do your best to avoid irrelevant talks in public events.

3. DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS
I mean skills you naturally possess. This could be in the area of computer applications such as MS word, excel, PowerPoint etc. Information technology (IT) could also be of immense benefit in the long run. You should develop yourself in terms of problem-solving skills, critical thinking, creativity, analytics etc. You can also take a deep look at yourself to know what naturally excites you and then try to build on it. There are many free online courses you can start with.

You could engage yourself in any certified online course that would also be a bonus to your CV. You just have to be intentional about the courses you opt for as there are many of them and it’s best to focus on the most relevant to the dream job you aspire.

Nevertheless, there are some that fit into a very broad scope and this includes digital marketing, project management amidst others.

4. MAKE THE MOST OF EVERY OPPORTUNITY
Whether you are a fresh graduate or not, this will be valuable to you sooner or later.

Another friend of mine was opportune to have his industrial training with a very big company during his undergraduate days. While he was there, he did his best to be exceptional. When he graduated, he went back to the company as a volunteer.

Due to the initial relationship he had with the company in the past, when the company needed graduate interns, he was considered without stress.

Now, many people will miss such a good opportunity of securing a job by becoming overly familiar with staff members. He was smart enough to be diligent, committed and exceptional such that he got the job when a vacant situation arose and eventually got an award.

Such can also be the case for you if you are willing to go the miles.

5. BE ACTIVE BY BEING A VOLUNTEER
8 ultimate secrets of how to get a job without experience
8 ultimate secrets to get a job without experience
Many people do not like the thought of volunteering. The very first thing that comes to mind is ‘work without payment’ but the truth remains that the act of volunteerism has its own great benefits. In reality, there is nothing like an irrelevant work experience.

Volunteerism is very flexible such that you can volunteer on a part-time basis. Therefore allowing you to volunteer for 2 or more firms at the same time. This will help you to gather different skills and experiences. It also gives you ample personal time for self-development.

Therefore, I’d advise that you get involved in gainful engagements such as volunteerism and internships. Although most of these activities have little or no and most graduates don’t like giving such a second thought. The truth remains that any company looks inside first before giving out their opportunities to outsiders. So, you being in the system already can be an edge. So, quit complaining and get into action!

6. NETWORK
8 ultimate secrets of how to get a job without experience
8 ultimate secrets to get a job without experience
A commonly used term in the world of job-hunting today is the word – Networking.

Networking serves as a foundation on which you can nurture beautiful and beneficial relationships. Other benefits are an exchange of interests and ideas with a person or group of persons. Networking also provides you with an avenue to imprint yourself in the mind of a potential employer.

According to Investopedia, Networking helps to develop professional relationships that may boost an individual’s future business and employment prospects.

Try your best to get in contact with relevant people in the company you are looking forward to joining. The ‘relevant’ I used earlier does not mean only the Human Resource Personnel or Manager or any top persons. The relevant person in your case might be a low-rank person who will speak for you.

There are many avenues through which you could network. You can network by following up the company’s activities online. Hence, any public event organized can enable you to connect face to face after you might have met someone online. Such events may include training, conferences, seminars or even awareness.

A VERY GOOD ONLINE NETWORKING PLATFORM – LINKEDIN.
LinkedIn is such a powerful job platform that have helped thousands of people to get a job. According to them, Over 75% of people who recently changed jobs used LinkedIn to inform their career decision. Top recruiters are 60% more engaged with LinkedIn recruiting tools. 87% of active and passive candidates are open to new job opportunities. The top channels people use to look for new jobs are online job boards 60%, social professional networks 56%, and word of mouth 50%.

Besides, you can actually use this platform to build a good relationship with staff members of a particular firm before you get a chance of meeting them.

This in a way helps your introduction when you finally get to meet the person. Your discussions will likely flow well. However, before you start using LinkedIn, ensure you have a very good profile so you won’t get your potential employer discouraged. Also, ensure everything in your profile is nothing but the truth.

In short, networking allows you to speak about or showcase your skills and potentials.

7. BUILD A STRONG CV/RESUME
Your CV/Resume is one very important selling point. It tells your potential employer a whole lot about you even before they get to meet you in person. Therefore, it is imperative for you to take it very seriously.

Don’t just write great things about yourself in your CV/resume. Be real about it by ensuring you are everything your CV says about you. This will help your confidence level when you finally get questioned about it.

8. TAKE THE STEP
8 ultimate secrets of how to get a job without experience
8 ultimate secrets to get a job without experience
Don’t let the ‘impossible prerequisites’ of the vacancies of your dream job scare you. You just need to take a step of faith by applying for some positions.

You never can tell if you’d be considered for an interview. Why let it slip out of your hand when you have nothing to lose by trying to apply.

Also, the wealth of knowledge gathered through active volunteerism/internships may be what your potential employer wants. Don’t forget that the accumulation of years of work experience is not only what matters.

Continue to apply for relevant opportunities regardless of whatsoever, inasmuch as you are up to the task. Do not permit anything to be a limit or boundary.

CONCLUSION
There is no limit to the greatness you can achieve and the only limit that exists lies in our minds.

So, have you been in a job-hunting situation in the past? Let me know what worked for you.

Have you tried any of these strategies? What was the result?

Are you optimistic but you have a particular concern? Feel free to share in the comment section below.

Source: www.explicitsuccess.com

‘This your handwriting looks like a chicken’s trail on a muddy floor’ says dad as he went through my secondary school notes.

Those words sunk into my heart as I realized that handwriting still forms an integral part of our education system. I hurriedly went to analyze his own handwriting too, on the pages of his study notes in his room. Truth be told, it was lovely. It looked like a well-placed calligraphy.

Right there and then, I desired to improve my handwriting and by the time I was done with my self-taught handwriting lessons, I got compliments everywhere my writing was seen.

It didn’t end there, when I got to the university, I would copy my printed hand-outs into my personal notes, even if it will take me days to do that. This, I found easy because I had fallen in love with my writing and I now seem to read faster and assimilate better when I read my writing.

From choir notes to school notes to attendance sheets to complimentary cards to bank forms, my handwriting stood gallantly with arms crossed, taking pride in itself and smiling at each onlooker. The truth is, if each compliment were to come with a price, I’m sure I’ll be in trillions by now (Lol).

See why your handwriting is not just a trivial skill, but as important as any training you could undergo to add value to yourself.

1. IT INCREASES OR DECREASES YOUR EXAM SCORES
Do you know some exam papers are so hard to score simply because the written answers are not legible enough? On the other hand, if your handwriting is so easy to read and of course, your tenses are right, the lecturer will more likely give you extra marks for being able to read your scripts effortlessly and not straining his eyes as other writings would.

As a teacher, knowing that you would spend less time and energy to mark a particular student’s note is enough motivation to help you mark appropriately and completely.

Ask any teacher, lecturer or examiner, they will tell you that’s the truth and as long as the majority of our exams are handwritten, having a good one will give you an extra advantage amidst your peers. Don’t let your examiner guess what you wrote. Let your writing be bold enough to speak for itself. This is especially important for writing task as more attention is given to your spellings.

2. IT GIVES AN IMPRESSION – WHETHER FALSE OR REAL
There was a day I went to the hospital to visit someone and I helped out to buy some drugs at the pharmacy, unfortunately, I couldn’t read what the doctor wrote on the drug prescription note, I stared hard at the note over and over again but couldn’t fully read the full words.

Then, I assumed the doctor must be unprofessional and maybe a bit reckless. Well, I may be wrong, but wouldn’t you want people to see your handwriting somewhere and say ‘please I need to see who wrote this, he must be good-looking and neat’. Wouldn’t you? So, having a legible handwriting gives you a much better personality. The good news is, it can be learned and practised. So come on, it’s not rocket science.

3. IT CREATES OPPORTUNITIES
A friend of mine, Bright wrote a letter to one of the biggest secondary schools in Lagos, Nigeria to speak to the students and motivate them for excellence. Days later, he was contacted and realized that one basic reason he got called was that his handwriting compelled the receiver of the letter to read through. Obviously, the recipient was a busy person and would have shoved the letter somewhere for the next few days. That’s the power of a compelling handwriting, it could be easily used to make a judgement about us. Besides, there is a strong link between handwriting and spelling, which can reinforce early writing skills.

4. COMMUNICATION
Do you know some of your friends will look at some handwritings and say this must be my friend’s writing? she was here, I can see her writing on this sheet. So, would I be wrong to say, by your writing, we shall know your mark on the sand of time. Lol.

Imagine I wrote something for someone to see and the person gets there and cannot decipher what I have written, what happens to such information? It dies off, unfulfilled, mission aborted, no message passed. As inconsequential as this may sound, it can be a saving grace in a life-threatening situation where the only option you have is to write a message to the person needing the information.

5. COGNITIVE BENEFITS
While I was in the university, I had a jotter where I poured my thoughts after I’m done reading the lecturer’s notes, popularly referred to as hand-outs. As I kept doing this, I realized it was very easy for me to remember my notes because I wrote them consciously after assimilation.

Sometimes, the whole picture of my notes and the exact page will appear in my head and that gives me a natural speed to answer questions on time. You see, handwriting promotes clear thought and natural structure that helps you re-evaluate and digest your notes. This re-evaluation gives you the opportunity to add extra observations and personal explanations to what you’ve written while maintaining speed, especially in time-limited examinations.

6. IT MAKES YOU EMPLOYABLE
As insignificant as it may seem, some companies and industries require at least some display of handwriting skills. Some vacancies require a handwritten application letter or cover letter and you can imagine the fate of applicants who cannot write legibly and articulately.

Aside from being an employment skill, some fields such as Medical-related professions require medical notes and prescriptions for patients. An account officer or a financial recorder also need a legible writing to do a manual arithmetic and prevent a situation of miscalculation.

7. FEWER DISTRACTIONS
In this digital biosphere of I-pads and phone tablets, there is a lot of distractions from the internet and applications. You remember something and you want to quickly type it on your phone, a call comes in and then a text message and then a WhatsApp message and then a comment on your Facebook post (You can relate, right?), and before you know it, you have forgotten that which you wanted to type on your phone’s notepad. That’s what writing on a small piece of paper will not let you go through, why? Because it does what it is meant to do and not multi-task as your computers and phones.

Besides, there’s a tendency you would want to edit your words as you type rather than letting it flow which can be counterproductive for an inspired process but your hand lets you write your thoughts first and edit later, this way the creativity, originality and freshness of your ideas are preserved.

8. ARTISTIC OPPORTUNITIES
Studies show that there is something uniquely multidimensional about putting pen to paper to form words and phrases. Writing engages the brain and motor skills in a different way when compared to typing on a keyboard. It is likened to a holistic and tactile experience that engages the eyes, hands, fingertips, arms and hand muscles. The truth is, with a pen in my hand, I could write tens and hundreds of thoughts that will flow naturally, linking up creative and artistic opportunities that most likely wouldn’t happen when typing on a keyboard.

On a final note, Ryder Carroll, creator of Bullet Journal (a note-taking system for pen and paper), said “there is something incredibly powerful about making your mark on a paper. It’s the exact moment when an idea leaves your mind and looks back at you for the first time” and guess what! He has never been able to replicate that experience digitally.

His statement leaves me feeling complete about this whole write-up and that’s why I’ll just let my ink take a full stop here. No wonder many writers attest to the value of an outstanding handwriting.

I hope I have been able to convince you enough to make your writing as good and legible enough to bring goodies your way.

Source: http://explicitsuccess.com/8-amazing-facts-about-your-handwriting/

Wonderful!

He must have been so determined and unrelenting. I congratulate him for this feat.

Kudos to him

I wish we all knew the path to success is a mind resolute to succeed in the presence of challenges.

Oh, really interesting success story!

To rank the number one student amidst thousands of students across thirty different departments in a top-ranking University of technology in Nigeria is no beans. You know what I mean, right?

Here is Michael, who finished as the overall best graduating student in the entire University.

On two occasions, he miraculously overcame death and came back to life; and if you think financial challenges are enough reason to fail in life, you are so wrong.

Enjoy this interview with Michael and learn from it.


1. YOUR FULL NAME?
Okpara, Michael Obinna

2. COURSE STUDIED, GRADUATION YEAR AND GRADUATING CGPA?
I studied Biochemistry, 2014 Academic Set, C.G.P.A. of 4.84

3. WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THAT COURSE OF YOURS?
My love for Life Sciences drove me to choose Biochemistry for my first degree.

4. CAN YOU PLEASE SHARE ANY DIFFICULTY OR HURDLE YOU FACED WHILE BEING A STUDENT AND HOW YOU OVERCAME?
My most challenging moment was in my first year when I struggled financially. Then, I was unable to afford a room for myself and had to stay with some friends as a “squatter” for over a year. Studying under this condition was very difficult but there was nothing I could do. I only ate what was available and not what was desirable because my budget was very limited. But in my second year, I applied for the Federal Government Scholarship for Undergraduate studies, sat for the examination and was awarded the scholarship. With this scholarship, I could pay my tuition, afford an accommodation, buy most of the items I needed for my studies, and eat what I desired.

5. WHAT IS YOUR PERSONAL MISSION/VISION STATEMENT?
My mission/vision is to be better than I was.

6. WHAT DRIVES YOU TO SUCCESS?
Knowing that being a failure is the only other option is the driving force behind my quest to always attain success.

7. WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES AND DISLIKES?
I love to play football. Though I am a terrible singer, I love listening to good music. I dislike people who live a fake life.

8. WERE YOU IN A LOVE RELATIONSHIP WHILE IN SCHOOL? IF YES, HOW DID YOU COMBINE IT WITH YOUR ACADEMICS WITHOUT ONE AFFECTING THE OTHER? IF NO, WHY?
Yes, I was in a love relationship while in school. Maybe being in a long-distance relationship made it easier for me to put each of them in their rightful place. We would talk and chat every day, catch up on each other’s activities for the day and only see each other during vacations.

9. DID YOU SEE YOURSELF BECOMING THE BEST STUDENT A FEW YEARS BACK AND WHY?
For two reasons, I never thought I would become the best graduating student. Firstly, the financial challenge I faced in my first year limited me in some ways. Secondly, while I could only make 8A’s and a B (in a 4-unit course) in my first semester, a few students made straight A’s. So, I felt I should just focus on graduating with a first class.

10. HOW DID YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS OF BECOMING THE BEST STUDENT?
Until I got to my final year, I never worked towards becoming the best graduating student. For me, if my CGPA did not drop below what it was the previous semester, I was satisfied. Albeit, the target was to always perform better than my previous result.

11. WAS THERE ANY TIME YOU FAILED OR ANYTIME YOU WERE NOT HAPPY WITH YOUR GRADES? CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE?
There was never a time I failed. But there were times I was not happy with my grades. There were some semesters when I would have made straight A’s but would have one B among the A’s. I used to be unhappy about this and could spend a few days taking a retrospective look at the situation and trying to figure out what I did not do right.

12. HOW DID YOU GET OVER IT?
Knowing that there is a new semester and another opportunity for me usually made it easy to forget about it and forge ahead.

13. HAVE YOU HAD ANY CHALLENGE WITH A LECTURER IN THE PAST? HOW DID YOU SCALE THROUGH?
I don’t remember having any challenge with a lecturer. I always did my best to remain anonymous during lectures.

14. WOULD YOU ADVISE STUDENTS TO COMBINE ACADEMICS WITH OTHER ACTIVITIES WHILE ON CAMPUS? WHY?
YES. Personally, I believe that a tertiary institution is not just a place for academics but also a place where young and vibrant minds are exposed to other aspects of life. Combining academics with other relevant activities could provide students with certain experiences which can give them a comparative advantage over those who stick to only academics when they find themselves in the labour market. Being able to combine academics with some relevant activities while in school could make one a strong “competitor” in the “real world”.

15. WOULD YOU SAY YOU HAD MORE FRIENDS OR LOST MORE FRIENDS BECAUSE OF YOUR GOALS AND VALUES? KINDLY EXPLAIN.
I had more friends because of my goals and values. It is only natural to find more students who want to make good grades in school than those who do not care about their grades. When the students who want to make good grades see that your grades are good enough, they want to get acquainted with you, learn how you do it and hope that their grades get better.

16. HAVE YOU EVER BEEN A RECIPIENT OF ANY SCHOLARSHIP? HOW DID YOU APPLY FOR IT?
Yes, I have been a recipient of some scholarships. Whenever I come across a scholarship opportunity, usually via notifications by some websites, I go through the criteria for application.

If I meet them, then I ensure I prepare all the required documentation and essays by following the awarders guidelines. I always had it in mind that there were equally good, if not better, students who were also applying for the same scholarship, hence I must make my application distinct.

17. IS THERE ANY HABIT YOU ARE WORKING HARD TO BREAK AND WHAT ARE THE MEASURES YOU ARE TAKING TO BREAK IT?
None comes to mind.

18. DURING YOUR UNDERGRADUATE DAYS, WAS THERE A MISTAKE YOU MADE AND WISHED YOU COULD UNDO?
Read the rest of the interview here: http://explicitsuccess.com/an-interview-with-okpara-michael/

To rank the number one student amidst thousands of students across thirty different departments in a top-ranking University of technology in Nigeria is no beans. You know what I mean, right?

Here is Michael, who finished as the overall best graduating student in the entire University.

On two occasions, he miraculously overcame death and came back to life; and if you think financial challenges are enough reason to fail in life, you are so wrong.

Enjoy this interview with Michael and learn from it.


1. YOUR FULL NAME?
Okpara, Michael Obinna

2. COURSE STUDIED, GRADUATION YEAR AND GRADUATING CGPA?
I studied Biochemistry, 2014 Academic Set, C.G.P.A. of 4.84

3. WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THAT COURSE OF YOURS?
My love for Life Sciences drove me to choose Biochemistry for my first degree.

4. CAN YOU PLEASE SHARE ANY DIFFICULTY OR HURDLE YOU FACED WHILE BEING A STUDENT AND HOW YOU OVERCAME?
My most challenging moment was in my first year when I struggled financially. Then, I was unable to afford a room for myself and had to stay with some friends as a “squatter” for over a year. Studying under this condition was very difficult but there was nothing I could do. I only ate what was available and not what was desirable because my budget was very limited. But in my second year, I applied for the Federal Government Scholarship for Undergraduate studies, sat for the examination and was awarded the scholarship. With this scholarship, I could pay my tuition, afford an accommodation, buy most of the items I needed for my studies, and eat what I desired.

5. WHAT IS YOUR PERSONAL MISSION/VISION STATEMENT?
My mission/vision is to be better than I was.

6. WHAT DRIVES YOU TO SUCCESS?
Knowing that being a failure is the only other option is the driving force behind my quest to always attain success.

7. WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES AND DISLIKES?
I love to play football. Though I am a terrible singer, I love listening to good music. I dislike people who live a fake life.

8. WERE YOU IN A LOVE RELATIONSHIP WHILE IN SCHOOL? IF YES, HOW DID YOU COMBINE IT WITH YOUR ACADEMICS WITHOUT ONE AFFECTING THE OTHER? IF NO, WHY?
Yes, I was in a love relationship while in school. Maybe being in a long-distance relationship made it easier for me to put each of them in their rightful place. We would talk and chat every day, catch up on each other’s activities for the day and only see each other during vacations.

9. DID YOU SEE YOURSELF BECOMING THE BEST STUDENT A FEW YEARS BACK AND WHY?
For two reasons, I never thought I would become the best graduating student. Firstly, the financial challenge I faced in my first year limited me in some ways. Secondly, while I could only make 8A’s and a B (in a 4-unit course) in my first semester, a few students made straight A’s. So, I felt I should just focus on graduating with a first class.

10. HOW DID YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS OF BECOMING THE BEST STUDENT?
Until I got to my final year, I never worked towards becoming the best graduating student. For me, if my CGPA did not drop below what it was the previous semester, I was satisfied. Albeit, the target was to always perform better than my previous result.

11. WAS THERE ANY TIME YOU FAILED OR ANYTIME YOU WERE NOT HAPPY WITH YOUR GRADES? CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE?
There was never a time I failed. But there were times I was not happy with my grades. There were some semesters when I would have made straight A’s but would have one B among the A’s. I used to be unhappy about this and could spend a few days taking a retrospective look at the situation and trying to figure out what I did not do right.

12. HOW DID YOU GET OVER IT?
Knowing that there is a new semester and another opportunity for me usually made it easy to forget about it and forge ahead.

13. HAVE YOU HAD ANY CHALLENGE WITH A LECTURER IN THE PAST? HOW DID YOU SCALE THROUGH?
I don’t remember having any challenge with a lecturer. I always did my best to remain anonymous during lectures.

14. WOULD YOU ADVISE STUDENTS TO COMBINE ACADEMICS WITH OTHER ACTIVITIES WHILE ON CAMPUS? WHY?
YES. Personally, I believe that a tertiary institution is not just a place for academics but also a place where young and vibrant minds are exposed to other aspects of life. Combining academics with other relevant activities could provide students with certain experiences which can give them a comparative advantage over those who stick to only academics when they find themselves in the labour market. Being able to combine academics with some relevant activities while in school could make one a strong “competitor” in the “real world”.

15. WOULD YOU SAY YOU HAD MORE FRIENDS OR LOST MORE FRIENDS BECAUSE OF YOUR GOALS AND VALUES? KINDLY EXPLAIN.
I had more friends because of my goals and values. It is only natural to find more students who want to make good grades in school than those who do not care about their grades. When the students who want to make good grades see that your grades are good enough, they want to get acquainted with you, learn how you do it and hope that their grades get better.

16. HAVE YOU EVER BEEN A RECIPIENT OF ANY SCHOLARSHIP? HOW DID YOU APPLY FOR IT?
Yes, I have been a recipient of some scholarships. Whenever I come across a scholarship opportunity, usually via notifications by some websites, I go through the criteria for application.

If I meet them, then I ensure I prepare all the required documentation and essays by following the awarders guidelines. I always had it in mind that there were equally good, if not better, students who were also applying for the same scholarship, hence I must make my application distinct.

17. IS THERE ANY HABIT YOU ARE WORKING HARD TO BREAK AND WHAT ARE THE MEASURES YOU ARE TAKING TO BREAK IT?
None comes to mind.

18. DURING YOUR UNDERGRADUATE DAYS, WAS THERE A MISTAKE YOU MADE AND WISHED YOU COULD UNDO?
Read the rest of the interview here: http://explicitsuccess.com/an-interview-with-okpara-michael/

It's an interesting piece and many will learn from me as I have also learnt a lot from it.

I think you should let people decide if they want to learn more. Thank you.

Life is such an interesting place where you see people with different behaviours and genetic makeup. You get to come across introverts and extroverts and some other people in-between these personality types. Besides individual attributes and traits, another fascinating thing is how we were wired. How you and I think and view life as a whole.

Some people are naturally sound. Put them in a difficult situation and you will still find them thriving meanwhile someone else gets a pinch of difficulty and totally gives up on life.

Your attribute or so-called personality have been proved medically to be traced down to the genome gotten from parents. On the other hand, experiences, family training, backgrounds, exposures, the books you read, circumstances, the people you move with, education and other life issues have shaped you directly or indirectly into one interesting being that you are.

May I bring to your notice that there are some attributes you see in people that makes you know this particular person will go over and beyond to succeed. You might have been seeing these in yourself too, only that you don’t give your total attention to it.

The following attributes show you how much of a special individual you are. If you possess 80% of these attributes, I must say you are a rare gem amongst stones.

If this is you, you are sound. Whether people tell you or not, just know it and fall in love with yourself over and over again.

Yes! Are you ready to know the 25 traits of extraordinarily intelligent people?

Let’s start…

1. YOU ARE A DEEP THINKER
Some people may think you struggle with loneliness or you are so shy that you hardly relate with a lot of people but deep down, you know they are wrong. You just enjoy taking your thoughts to a brand-new level. While alone you try to give an explanation as to why A and B lead to C or why A didn’t work out. Sometimes, you look into the sky and try to figure out why some stars are lined up to form a fascinating shape or why the clouds have certain shapes. The nerves in your brain spark creatively. �

2. YOU FIND THINGS AMUSING
You love to see things in all wholeness and notice the tiny and obscure details around situations. Second thoughts and careful scrutiny make your mind see beautiful details. You just have a fascinating way of making sense from any senseless situation. You can use a completely plain situation to create humour. If you find this attribute in you, you’re intelligent.

3. YOU ALWAYS FIND ALTERNATIVES
You love asking yourself salient questions like what can I do if this is no longer available. Life to you means planning ahead and finding options to reduce the occurrence of things catching up with you unawares. You imagine possibilities and prepare for change even in the most insignificant specifics of your life. This is mainly because you don’t like sudden disappointments that leave you helpless.

4. YOU CHERISH YOUR TIME
You love to discover new things about yourself which gives you an inclination to books. When you get to discover something new during your “me time”, you smile widely but feel terribly unhappy when you make mistakes or get things wrong. You sometimes take a quick scan into the way you spent your day and sometimes feel bad that you didn’t accomplish much on a particular day. When your phone rings too frequently, you likely frown at it or silence it for a while. � .

5. YOU ARE TEACHABLE

You believe you are like a plant needing soil, water and sunshine to grow. No wonder you always look forward to learning from people and situations around you. Even when you have an idea of a solution, you pocket your idea and listen to what another person has to offer which may likely give a solid base to your anecdotal clue. You don’t jump forward to show what you know, you listen first and use your thoughts as an addendum to any new thing you have learnt from others. If this is you, I doff my hat for you.

6. YOU TRY TO FIND A BALANCE
You try as much as possible to have a successful life which extends to academics, business, skill, family, games, competition and other things you lay your hands on. Even when you don’t top the list, you always find your way around the top ten in anything you do. You give the best shot in your marriage and career. You quickly find a solution when things are going awry or search for advice from experienced and professional people that have gone ahead of you. This makes you so intelligent!

7. YOU VALUE PEOPLE
You see people as a lifetime investment. When you discover a circle of people with similar values with yours, you try to maintain them. When you have a misunderstanding with genuine friends, you take time to say your thoughts with love. You treat people generally with courtesy whether you know them or not. Your words can give hope to confused minds. You have an amazing way of handling pressure and stress without transferring the aggression to others. If this attribute is yours, you definitely will go far in life. When I mean far, I mean without limits. �

8. YOU DON’T GIVE UP EASILY
Yes, you have come to terms with the fact that some failures lead to success. You quickly give yourself hope in hopeless situations. You understand that failure is not the end of life and believe that it’s not too late to try again. Your life speaks encouragement to a lot of people because of your tireless and dogged spirit. Most times, you don’t see reasons not to try something even when someone else attempted it but failed. You have a high sense of pushing on in tough situations.

9. YOU HARDLY FOLLOW THE CROWD
Whether it’s the cloth you want to choose for a party or a suggestion you need to make in a board meeting, you try to choose and say something different. It’s not pride, you just see common things as boring and lifeless. You could give a little tweak here and there to something already existing and make it look brand new like it never existed. If this is you, I am giving five loud claps right now. � .

10. YOU MANAGE RESOURCES
This could be in your wardrobe, kitchen or household items. Wastage makes you feel awkward especially if that thing could be useful in another way. Your house sometimes looks like a store of conversions and re-inventions. Even when you can afford another one, it takes you time to stop using something you really love. It’s just you and that makes you feel good. If this is you, you have great potentials.

11. Read the rest of the article: http://explicitsuccess.com/25-traits-of-extraordinarily-intelligent-people-are-you-one/