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Celebrities / Candy Bleakz Says She Is The King Of Street Music With The Release Of Her Debut by mantosa(m): 10:40am On Jun 25, 2022 |
The name Candy Bleakz may not currently be a household name, but her viral songs preceed her name in Nigerian households. Her recent single Tikuku made rounds on social media as a dance challenge and has garnered over 305,000 videos with the sound. Before there was a Candy Bleakz, there was BlessKido. When opening up about how Candy Bleakz – birth name Blessing Akiode – derived her stage name, she stated her stage name was formerly BlessKido. Circa 2012 and the influx of new artists with ‘kid’ suffixes to their stage names, Blessing wanted hers to stand out. In that attempt she added two suffixes instead, ‘kid’ and ‘do’ to the first four letters of her name, hence Blesskiddo. It wasn’t long before another name change was cleverly suggested during one of her studio sessions and thus Blesskido morphed to Candy Bleakz. Candy Bleakz’s sound has many similarities to street music, a genre that has had Nigerians in a chokehold from the early days of Baddest Guy Ever Liveth. The genre is majorly characterized by inserting local slangs, and infusing indigenous languages and Pidgin English into lyrics. The lyrics are primarily odes to hood lifestyle and community. Inasmuch as Candy Bleakz’s sound checks all of those boxes, the artist describes her sound as not just Street music but ‘Afro-Street’. This constantly earns her sets of furrowed brows from her label execs but the songstress is confident in the term. “I’m making music for everybody, not just the street” She explains to Behind. Despite her music having the sound and style of traditional street music, she assures the content is relatable for all, hence the Pan-African prefix ‘Afro’ to the genre title. One thing that’s clear is she doesn’t relent to describe her sound with a term that seems true to her. Her confidence in her music wasn’t acquired in weeks but rather from over nine years of music-making. Before becoming affiliated with Chocolate City in 2013, the artiste had begun making music many years before that. Candy Bleakz’s musical exploit dates back to 2011 at Majidun Secondary School. After Blessing (Candy Bleakz), the young class representative emerged winner of an inter-school music competition, her interest in music was piqued. Although she became somewhat of a local champion at her school because of her musical success, it wasn’t until her second year as a physiology student at Olabisi Olabanjo University that she focused purely on music. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/candy-bleakz-says-she-is-the-king-of-street-music-with-the-release-of-her-debut-ep/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique |
Career / 5 Ways To Make Serious Money From Home As A Lady by mantosa(m): 12:37pm On Mar 04, 2022 |
If someone had told the women in generations before our time that they could have it all, be a wife, mother, and have a successful career all from the comfort of their home, they would never have believed it! They would most likely have laughed at the idea and thought it would never be possible. But the women of this generation are so blessed because, in our time, it is possible! Women at home and abroad are doing it, living the kind of life that women before only dreamed of but thought impossible. Thanks to social media and the advancements in technology, it is possible to make a lot of money from the comfort of your home and enjoy a work-life balance. There are so many avenues to make money online, and we’re going to explore a few of the most lucrative ones in this blog post. 1. Work as an Audio Book Narrator: You can work with Amazon’s audiobook company – audible, through their platform by becoming a narrator and helping authors turn paper books into audiobooks. A lot of people don’t have the time to read as many books as they would like to, so we turn to platforms like audible for audiobooks. Many authors are aware of this, and because they too don’t have the time to sit down after spending so much time writing, editing, and going through the whole book publishing process, many of them are too burned out to record their audiobooks. This is where you come in. If you have a good command of English and proper pronunciation, go to acx.com, click on the mic icon, find a book you would like to narrate and get to work. 2. Work as a project manager: You can learn project management for free on edX, and then hop on to a website like Just Remote and search for project management roles. There are a ton of companies hiring project managers right now, so you could fill in that gap and start making the big bucks. 3. Design and sell website themes: If you’re good with HTML and you know how to set up a WordPress website, instead of working with clients one-on-one where you have limited time and therefore would make a limited amount of money, what you can do instead is design website themes and put them up on a website like Themeforest and keep selling the same themes over and over and over again. 4. Design and Sell NFTs: NFTs are hot right now, and so many people are cashing out from designing and selling them, and it doesn’t seem like they will be going away anytime soon. I dare say they are the future. There are free courses on Udemy and other websites that can teach you how to design NFTs, and you can make a lot of money from selling them. 5. Make a living as a freelance writer: There are websites such as Fiverr, PeoplePerHour, and many others where you can work as a freelance writer and earn up to $100 per project. Jobs range from content writing, proofreading, writing CVS, business writing, and so on. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/5-ways-to-make-serious-money-from-home-for-women/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique |
Sports / Meet Darryl Jenkins, A Professional Sports Analyst by mantosa(m): 8:43am On Feb 18, 2022 |
As the most widely used betting service on Instagram, he has spent years helping people turn what they love into profit. The sports betting game seemed to turn over terrible results when it came to winning. Instead of watching everyone lose their hard earned money betting sports, Darryl creates self-made millionaires. Sports betting is his passion. He knows it so well that it was only natural to turn the industry upside down. But there’s one thing he understood well: no matter how smart you are, or what your background is, everyone loses betting sports. Darryl Jenkins works with some of the biggest bettors in the world who constantly send their betting tickets from casinos in Las Vegas and New Jersey. Before he came on the scene, sports betting was only viewed as a game of chance that you were likely to lose. But with their unique system of taking in essential factors, they increase the probabilities of success. When it comes to life, confidence is everything. This holds true whether you are betting on sports or betting on yourself. If you don’t believe in what you are doing, you are sure to lose. They knew that they would have to prove themselves and their methods as real players in the betting game. The average winning rate for March Madness can hover around 53%. Darryl has no fear. Instead, he focuses on bettors. His success comes from the excitement and energy of the sports bettors who are a part of the service they create. Seeing them elated from making money, rather than devastated from losing it, is the ultimate feeling of success. Five Star is a part of changing lives and creating self-made millionaires—all with their winning strategies. This is why they don’t compare themselves to their competition. They are completely redefining sports betting as we know it. With all of their tremendous success, Darryl Jenkins remains incredibly grateful. He takes pride in helping people elevate their betting game and enjoy sports betting as winners. You can follow him on Instagram @iamparlayp |
Health / 4 Bad Skincare Habits To Stop In 2022 by mantosa(m): 1:17pm On Feb 07, 2022 |
Self-care and skincare practices have taken centre stage in our lifestyle as a result of the pandemic and the outbreak of COVID-19, which caused the lockdown in 2020. We haven’t let go since the lockdown forced us to focus more on caring for our bodies and skin, and we came to enjoy the time spent doing morning and nighttime routines! It’s 2022, and skincare is one of the major beauty trends we mentioned for this year. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/4-bad-skincare-habits-to-stop-in-2022/ 7 Likes
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Art, Graphics & Video / 4 Nigerian Artists Killing It In The NFT Space by mantosa(m): 12:13pm On Jan 18, 2022 |
Digital art and NFTs may be relatively new in Nigeria but many Nigerian artists have already hopped on the fast-paced NFT wave. In the last two years, there have been a number of artists whose consistency has earned them leading spots in the digital art space. From a 31-year-old former librarian turned artist to a 21-year-old all-round creative, here’s a list of 4 Nigerian artists killing it in the NFT space. Jacon Osinachi Former librarian turned visual artist, Jacon Osinachi is currently one of the top three leading NFT creators in Nigeria. It wasn’t until 2019 till his pieces started to gain some form of recognition and sales in the slowly emerging NFT space. As the pandemic kicked in 2020, so did sales in his pieces. As galleries suspended in-person meets, collectors started to look towards digital art to add to their collections. Osinachi’s pieces have sold over $75,000 in the last year. Anthony Azekwoh Anthony is a multi-faceted artist who started off writing short stories at an early age. He gained popularity on Twitter with his written exposé on his unjust experience at university. From short stories to full-length books, Anthony carried his followers along his writing journey. Alongside writing, he shared some of his paintings on social media when one of his paintings ‘The Red Man’ went viral and garnered international attention. As he began building his career as an artist he wasted no time in delving into NFTs which are currently taking the art scene by storm. Niyi Okeowo Niyi Okeowo is a multidisciplinary artist who’s a photographer, art director, visual artist and graphic designer. Back in 2018, he began a visual collection titled Mr Colors, that explores themes of futurism, afrofuturism, isolation, anxiety, exploration and geometric structures. Now the art director of Ashluxe, he goes on not only to be a creative lead of the clothing brand, but to also carry on creating digital art for his other clients. Davies – @rkt444 Davies is a music producer and digital artist who ventured into digital art while messing around with graphic design a few years ago. After spending hours admiring gradient art on Pinterest, he got inspired to make some of his own. His journey involves constant experimenting to grow as an artist. Some of his experimental series include the “Quantum” series or “Solaris”, which involves experimental use of texture, colors, shape and individuality. The digital space currently gives Nigerian creatives unlimited freedom to create and share their work with a larger audience. It’s impressive to witness the amount of Nigerians succeeding in the art space as it constantly evolves. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/4-nigerian-artists-killing-it-in-the-nft-space/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique |
TV/Movies / 6 Nigerian Movies To Watch Out For In 2022 by mantosa(m): 9:45am On Jan 12, 2022 |
It’s 2022 and I don’t know about you but I’m very hopeful for what Nollywood has to offer us this year. Those of you that have already written the entire industry off because of a certain film, calm down first. One film doesn’t always represent the entirety of the industry. This is the year of the underdogs, the indie filmmakers who are telling untold stories. Here are a couple of movies that we’re looking forward to this year. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/6-movies-to-watch-out-for-this-year/ 7 Likes 3 Shares
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TV/Movies / 5 Things We Are Expecting From 'Chief Daddy 2' by mantosa(m): 12:20pm On Dec 20, 2021 |
The new year is fast approaching and I don’t know about you all but the holidays aren’t hitting the way they used to hit. Covid and its unwanted sister Omicron have dulled things for us for almost two years, but no need to fret, Netflix and Mo Abudu have got us covered. The sequel to Ebonylife’s blockbuster, Chief Daddy, is set for a Netflix release on January 1st, 2022. The trailer for the highly anticipated film was released yesterday and it’s very much giving what we hoped it would give. The trailer teases us with a couple of new characters and an idea of the plot of the film. From the trailer, here are a few things we expect to see in Chief Daddy 2: Going For Broke. A Whole Lot of Drama Just like the first movie, we’re expecting premium drama. I mean I need to see people throwing hands, some emotional manipulation, some double crossing, some kind of elaborate fraud, you know the kind of stuff that would make you gasp loudly. From the trailer, we see a hint of drama, but I say no need to minimize the drama you know? the trailer teases us with some gossiping, little arguing, and backstabbing. I say go big (in a reasonable, believable, contextual manner of course) or go home. Steamy Romance and Maybe Heartbreak? I’m all for romance in Nollywood films, only when it isn’t cringe and nauseating. If you think about it this will be the third movie Mawuli Gavor and Beverly Naya play love interests, are they trying to tell us something? This is how people mistakenly fall in love o. Anyway, I’m not complaining because they’re amazing to watch. From the trailer, it looks like their sweet paradise is having some unforeseen troubles. Breakfast on New Year’s day? O wrong now. Either way, we are preachers of love over here so we want to see love and romance that’ll make single people sad. A Lavish Birthday Party A movie about silly (used-to-be) rich Lagosians without a glamorous party? you dey whine Nollywood? There looks like there’s going to be a party scene and we’re expecting to witness it. it would help reinforce what we want for our own birthdays in the new year. So Ms. Abudu please make sure that birthday scene really makes me rethink most of my past financial decisions. Extravagant Dubai Scenes As Tarantino is to film cameras, so is Ebonylife to Dubai. It’s turning to a trademark at this point. I’m not sure I know the reason why they always need to go abroad but it’s not my film, right? From the trailer we see Famzy going to Dubai for a tour and he’s not spending petty change while he’s there. Inasmuch as I’m, not a crazy fan of overseas scenes, it won’t be bad watching them live lavishly in Dubai and enjoy themselves. Big Money Famzy Concert You see that jam Famzy gave us in the first movie? it still lives in my head rent-free till today and now they’re back with a sequel, I need to hear him perform it. I’m talking proper concert coverage, not half concert with comedic and drama-filled intermissions o. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/5-things-were-expecting-from-chief-daddy-2/ |
TV/Movies / 5 Ways To Make Money In The Film Industry by mantosa(m): 10:55am On Nov 23, 2021 |
The plain truth is one does not have to be a filmmaker to cash out from the film industry. There are several other ways to make bank even as non-professional in the industry. Here are a few of those ways. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/5-ways-to-make-money-in-the-film-industry/ 2 Likes
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Health / 6 Ways To Stay Healthy This Summer by mantosa(m): 11:34am On Oct 19, 2021 |
Summer is here. With the telltale of noticeable increase in temperature, it is crucial to be mindful of the possible impact the heat can have on one’s health. Your body can be vulnerable to different diseases due to the warm weather such as dehydration, sunburn and heatstroke. We are living during difficult times because of the coronavirus pandemic and with the emerging summertime, the risk of encountering these summer health issues is not completely gone. Here are some tips to stay healthy and protected. 1. Stay hydrated It is essential to stay hydrated as the heat in the summer months can leave your body dehydrated. Drinking plenty of water and other liquids is important to ensure there is no loss of water from your body and it prevents exhaustion. You must avoid drinking carbonated and intoxicating drinks as well as unfiltered water. Eating fruit with high water content such as watermelon, cucumbers and vegetables can also help with hydration. You can get creative by adding frozen berries or mint into your water. 2. Healthy and proper dieting Eating with mindfulness will ensure healthy living in the summertime. You should opt for meals that are small and light. It is important to avoid salty and processed foods including heavy stuff in your meals like fast food and junk. Eating a well-balanced diet is also important to keep the body’s immune system in peak condition. 3. Staying active The quarantine although hinders frequent social interactions, it creates an avenue to put your exercise plans to the test. Regular exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. You should try getting some exercise done either in the early morning hours or by going for shorter walk breaks in the evenings when the sun is not as strong. You can as well get yourself involved in home-friendly activities such as gardening and doing yard work. 4. Appropriate skin care Taking care of your skin is important in the summer, especially when going for outings. It is important to use sunscreen before leaving home and also cream moisturizer for dry skin so as to avoid sunburns. It is rather advisable to use a medically recommended skincare product by the doctor or any health professional. 5. Adequate rest Getting enough sleeping aids healing because our bodies heal and repair while we are sleeping so make sure you’re getting adequate sleep. Getting enough sleep prevents high blood pressure and increased hunger. Hence, make sure to give yourself at least seven to nine hours of sleep a night. 6. Have fun Engaging yourself in fun activities like watching movies, venturing into outdoor settings or exploiting and honing your talent can alleviate stress, eliminate boredom and increase productivity. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/6-ways-to-stay-healthy-this-summer/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique
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Romance / 4 Shocking Modern-day Dating Concepts Amongst Gen Z! by mantosa(m): 12:34pm On Oct 01, 2021 |
Things have gotten complicated since the time of our parents. Most millennials and Gen-Z will agree with me that dating has become sort of a “labyrinthine” experience. The rules of the game are different. If you don’t keep up, it can lead to being served unnecessary “breakfast” (heartbreak). In our parents time, it was pretty straightforward; you meet someone, you court them for a while, and you get married, the end. But now, a few more stages have been added, and things are no longer defined the way they used to. Here are the four current dating concepts that you should know about: The Talking Stage: After meeting someone either physically or online and you fancy each other, you immediately move into the “Talking Stage”. This is where you chat all the time, talking into the late hours of the night. You go to bed and wake up with calls or messages from each other. All this time; is spent learning more about each other and feeling out the vibe. The outcome of this will determine if you will be moving onto the next stage. The Dating Stage: The talking stage went well, and now you’re going on dates. A lot of people consider this to be a relationship simply because you’re hanging out more often now and doing things together. Let me burst your bubble, this stage is not a relationship! Unless expressly communicated to you. A lot of people get super committed at this stage and start envisioning a future with whoever they’re dating. This ultimately leads to heartbreaks and disappointments because you assume the other person is committed to you until you find out otherwise. Some people at this stage are still weighing their options, and seeing other people, so you should not get too attached. The Exclusive Stage: Most people are not aware of this stage. And thus assume that whoever they’re dating, is dating only them. Thanks to Love Island Season 7, I was able to discover this stage. This stage is a step up in the dating stage, just before the relationship stage. Here you and your partner express your intention to date each other exclusively! And you’re both on the same page. This provides some form of assurance that the person is only interested in you and they’re not sleeping with other people (fingers crossed). This stage is still not a relationship, and all relationship-type expectations should be kept at bay. The Relationship Stage: If you are unsure if you’re in a relationship with someone, 9 out of 10 times, you’re not! This stage is and should be expressly defined! This means that the guy has asks the lady to be his girlfriend, and if we’re being progressive, the lady asks the guy to be her boyfriend. There’s no guess work or assumption about this; it’s either clear or you are not in a relationship. At this stage, you have jumped all the hurdles above, and you are ready to commit to each other. If you are currently at this stage, congratulations! Most barely make it here, and it is not an easy feat. I used to be one of those people that fought tooth and nail that dating equalled a relationship like I know some of you currently are. But after several breakfasts forcing me to face reality, I’ve put down my battle axe and accepted the new order of things. Even if you hate this concept, the reality is that it is here to stay. If you take nothing away from this blog post, take this: dating is different from a relationship. Know this and know peace. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/4-shocking-modern-day-dating-concepts-is-dating-different-from-a-relationship/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique |
Business / 4 Tips To Use When A Customer Is Wrong by mantosa(m): 10:01am On Sep 09, 2021 |
Almost everyone is an advocate for pleasing the customer but what do we do when the customer is wrong? There’s no scope to address the range of what the customer can do wrong. Sometimes, the customer is wrong and can make honest mistakes. The customer can also plan to take evil intentioned steps for personal reasons. Here are a few steps to take when handling a badly behaved customer.https://tushmagazine.com.ng/selling-series-when-the-customer-is-wrong/ 23 Likes 1 Share
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Sports / Sport Betting With Five Star Picks by mantosa(m): 11:17pm On Aug 04, 2021 |
Five Star Sports Picks exists for one reason: to give sports bettors a chance to win. As the most widely used betting service on Instagram, they have spent the past 7 years helping people turn what they love into profit. The sports betting game seemed to turn over terrible results when it came to winning. Instead of watching everyone lose their hard earned money betting sports, Five Star creates self-made millionaires. Sports betting is their passion. They know it so well that it was only natural to turn the industry upside down. But there’s one thing they understood well: no matter how smart you are, or what your background is, everyone loses betting sports. Five Star works with some of the biggest bettors in the world who constantly send their betting tickets from casinos in Las Vegas and New Jersey. Before Five Star came on the scene, sports betting was only viewed as a game of chance that you were likely to lose. But with their unique system of taking in essential factors, they increase the probabilities of success. When it comes to life, confidence is everything. This holds true whether you are betting on sports or betting on yourself. If you don’t believe in what you are doing, you are sure to lose. They knew that they would have to prove themselves and their methods as real players in the betting game. By trusting in their knowledge of sports betting, and trusting in themselves, they knew they could make a difference. All they had to do was work with the right people and let their service speak for itself. Five Star has no fear. Instead, they focus on bettors. Their success comes from the excitement and energy of the sports bettors who are a part of the service they create. Seeing them elated from making money, rather than devastated from losing it, is the ultimate feeling of success. Five Star is a part of changing lives and creating self-made millionaires—all with their winning strategies. This is why they don’t compare themselves to their competition. They are completely redefining sports betting as we know it. With all of their tremendous success, Five Star Sports Picks remains incredibly grateful. They take pride in helping people elevate their betting game and enjoy sports betting as winners. You can follow Five Star Sports Picks on Instagram @fivestarsportspicks.
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Romance / 12 Bonding Tips For Introverted Couples by mantosa(m): 1:41pm On Jul 27, 2021 |
I like to think that introversion can be closely knit with the love of creativity and an introspective overview of the arts. Still, while I choose not to identify as an introvert but just a full-blown homebody, I wrote this as a personal wish list, well-now a personal guide, for those couples who are really into the intimate, dreamy and soft side of romance and expressive affections. So, if you’re not the type to do the most but in your heart, the thoughts are what counts, here are a few date nights and intimate bonding activities for you and your special person. 1. Play Video Games From GTA, Mortal Kombat to Ratchet Clank etc. There is nothing as hilarious and soul satisfying as having to compete, especially when there is a price to pay (who wants to be a loser? I mean!) And you can always order in or enjoy some home made meal and wine while you’re at it 2. Social Service While this is quite unlikely, offering help to partner with a Non Profit Organization will give you a much better perspective into the personality of your lover. Volunteering jobs can be quite messy especially if it has to do with the slums; from personal experience, it boosts the quality of conversation you’ll both have afterwards. I must warn you, HECTIC THOUGH! 3. Connecting with Nature For better context, catching the sun rise. While this particular subject matter doesn’t quite give me a satisfying nostalgia as it reminds me of a terrible ex, I have to confess that there is nothing as beautiful as catching the sun rise. I know life isn’t a movie but hey! make it one; a good one at that. 4. Karaoke Hmmm… get drunk first. Just to embolden you except you can afford a SingTrix set or Tonor Karaoke home set. Now, that’s another definition of cool stuff. 5. Picnic Dates I would say that this is city specific as not every town might have spaces that encourage this. As a resident of the Federal Capital Territory in Nigeria, if you are interested in this option, please reach out to me or visit the PrettyAbuja/AlternativeFunandEntertainment page on Instagram to get more details about relatively good ideas. 6. Bowling I don’t need to say too much about this. If you have experienced this, then you know the vibe. 7. Dance Classes From pole dancing, salsa, Zumba etc, a perfect option to loosen up and just wile away time. 8. Skating Relative to Nigeria, your best bet is to go roller skating. Don’t worry about losing balance, that will give you both something to laugh about later. 9. Book Bonding There’s something romantic about rubbing hands on paperback and taking in the smell of freshly printed books. 10. Couples Massage Relaxing and mostly the best price for two. 11. Cook together Go extra, research and make an exquisite 3 course meal for you both. 12. A Vacation The ultimate option for any and every couple, find a favorite spot and live it out. In addition, introversion can breed room for miscommunication and while this is indeed a fact, couples should be open to the idea of therapy. It is always an option. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/12-bonding-tips-for-introverted-couples/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique
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Art, Graphics & Video / 4 Most Expensive Nigerian Art Pieces by mantosa(m): 10:27am On Jun 29, 2021 |
Art in Nigeria has lost a bit of value and popularity; gone are the days when families were known to be artists just as others were known to be farmers, traders, drummer, or hunters. When I talk about art, I don’t mean the general art of music, film or tv; I’m talking about sculptures and paintings. It is a little bit sad that art is still a less respected career path, despite the amount of work and time that goes into building ones career. I guess it’s because of the fluidity of the industry, I would understand parents wanting career and income stability for their kids. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/4-most-expensive-nigerian-art-pieces/ 24 Likes 5 Shares |
Career / 3 Easy Tips To Starting A Career In Art Curation by mantosa(m): 2:12pm On Jun 24, 2021 |
Being an Art Curator is a career that involves working closely with art galleries, museums and most importantly, artists. Art Curators to an extent are storytellers too if you think about it. In creating an exhibition, they decide what pieces make up the story both the artist and the curator are trying to tell and decide how the story should be told. Curators develop ways art could be interpreted through exhibitions, publication, installations, audio and audio-video presentations. Asides from the suavity that comes with introducing oneself as an art curator, it’s a career that requires a lot of work including buying and organising exhibitions, identifying and recording items, and negotiating funding and loaning of art pieces. If this is a career, you’re interested in but not exactly sure how to start, these are 3 easy tips you need to start your career in Art Curation. VOLUNTEER Volunteering at a gallery or a museum is a great way to get hands on experience in Museum/gallery management and art curation. It doesn’t have to be a large scale gallery or museum, there are hundreds of local galleries perched around Lagos (if you live in Lagos). Find a local gallery and volunteer. INTERN AT A GALLERY OR MUSEUM Internships are also good ways to infiltrate into the art business. Through internships, you gain professional experience in the art industry. You could intern at either large scale or small scale museums, depending on the kind of experience you want to get. Who knows, if you show enough determination, willingness to learn and a sense of dedication, they might just take you on board full time. GET A RELEVANT DEGREE It may not be enough to volunteer or intern at a museum or gallery. Most art curators have a bachelors degree in Art or Art History or Post Graduate degree in art or specialised arts. If you’re serious about starting a career in Art Curation, it is never too late to get a Post Graduate degree, it takes between a year to three years. However, if getting a Post Graduate degree is not a feasible option, you can always learn online. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/3-easy-tips-to-starting-a-career-in-art-curation/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique |
TV/Movies / Meet Vince Offer, Founder Of Square One Entertainment by mantosa(m): 7:45am On Apr 17, 2021 |
As the founder of Square One Entertainment, Inc. (SOE), a production and distribution company that handles infomercials and skits, Vince Offer has many things on his plate. “I have a lot of hats, because I do almost everything myself, but I find product, write a script for the product, launch the product on TV networks, make it a household name and then distribute it to our sub-distributors who then bring them to retail stores,” he says. But what primarily drives Mr. Offer is the prospect of working on these ideas and developing them to profitable ventures. “I really like to focus on products and ideas, and help develop that,” he says. “Because everyone has an idea, and a concept or maybe a prototype. If I can take a rag like the Shamwow and make it a muli-million dollar brand then I’m sure I can take that with a real inventor or business person with a prototype.” The confidence that he can make a success of anything comes from his youth where a love for comedy and their intersection with being used as a tool for passing information led to him dropping out of school and moving to Los Angeles. In Los Angeles, he made a success of himself by first transitioning from working at a free-for-all TV station to writing skits for a show that starred Jim Carrey. But the real breakthrough came when he started working on his own full-length ideas, resulting in two skit movies called The Underground Comedy Movie, and then another sequel to that called Inappropriate Comedy. From there, Mr. Offer has moved on to bigger things like the aforementioned production company he set up as well as made infomercials that have helped to make over $100 million in cumulative sales. To hear him tell it, he is only getting started. “I am working on 2 TV shows with some very top producers and executives in Hollywood,” he says about what the future holds for him. “One is a TV talk show about Political Correctness, and the other is a reality show about product.”
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Properties / How Sandro J. Stadelmann Is Revolutionizing The Austrian Real Estate Industry by mantosa(m): 8:17pm On Mar 19, 2021 |
With the world in constant flux due to the deleterious effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, several industries have been forced to go under or imagine what the future would look like without them. Not the real estate industry however, despite the uncertainties of the pandemic period, real estate continues to thrive in Austria, and Sandro J. Stadelmann is helping to revolutionize the industry in keeping with 21st century standards. Inspired by Arnold Schwarzenegger, the entrepreneur had a difficult path into the business, having to work in the military for a year before he found his path into the real estate world. “I didn't have an easy youth and when I was 20, I decided to do a year abroad in the military,” he said. “After that year, I decided to pursue a career in the real estate business.” In 2017, Sandro decided to found his own company, Mister Immo GmbH, and he’s been building the company since then, focusing on cutting edge tech and innovative marketing to link real estate sellers and buyers of high-end apartments in the German-speaking areas of Austria and Germany. “Me and my team go the extra mile of the extra mile for our customers,” he says. “We rely on highly effective marketing and ensure that both interested parties and real estate sellers receive the best possible advice.” Sandro’s plan for the future is two-fold: First he wants to become the most successful and best-known real estate agent in the German speaking area and build up a multi-million Euro company as the year goes on, establishing how own business dynasty. Importantly, he also wants to help the next generation of real estate find their footing in a world that’s becoming increasingly digital.
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Properties / How Nate Kennedy Overcame Adversity To Form His Own Empire by mantosa(m): 7:16pm On Mar 18, 2021 |
During the 2008 recession, serial entrepreneur Nate Kennedy lost his brick-and-mortar store, along with his income. But instead of giving up, Kennedy turned to a virtual business model instead and has enjoyed incredible success. “I’ve owned multiple businesses over the years and currently own, invest in, and operate as a board member to different companies. A marketing agency that runs FB Ads for the home services industry (Optimized Assets). A Media Company (Click Movement). An Education/Content Company (Marketing Rebels).” These companies aren’t the only things Kennedy works on. He also has a few projects in the works. “One is launching our 1-Step Funnel Training Program to help Entrepreneurs build a High-Profit, Lifestyle driven business. We also launched the Marketing Cartel, which is our high-level mastermind for Lifestyle Entrepreneurs. One more project in the pipeline is Modern Patriots, an apparel company that focuses on Respect for our Country and Compassion for our People.” Kennedy is also working on a book that details the methods he’s used to achieve success. While still in the works, it’s focus on mindset and tenacity will prove to make it a valuable resource in the future. But how can Kennedy keep up with all of these different demands? “FOCUS - There is no lack of information or people fighting for your business when you get started. You will need to avoid shiny object syndrome. Being able to keep focus on your goal and execute effectively will help you succeed. Do the Work and after you are rolling you need to quickly find the WHO to do the HOW. It’s the only way to go from a high-paid employee of your own business to a Business Owner with a great TEAM.” Kennedy managed to bounce back from economic devastation due to hard work and single-minded determination, and he now offers the lessons he learned to others. “Break Free from people’s opinions. Everyone has opinions, so being able to determine what ones to listen to was a big obstacle as well.”
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Sports / Top 5 Sports Women Of Nigerian Descent by mantosa(m): 1:51pm On Mar 13, 2021 |
Unlike the popular opinion that women are hard to come by in sports, the frontier has changed immensely in the past decade and more women continue to break grounds in sports. Sports has been welcoming to women and it is one of the most powerful platforms for promoting gender equality and empowering women in today’s world. Women are making mark in it and it is worthy of emulation. The most inspiring women are those who play sports, run tracks and share their opinion by writing or speaking on radio and TV or who stand on or beside the pitch and report sport events for lovers of the game. These women are reputable international stars to acclaimed media personalities. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/top-5-sports-women-of-nigerian-descent/ 5 Likes |
Celebrities / Tech Moguls, Damilola Odufuwa, Tosin Olaseinde And Damilola Olokesusi (photos) by mantosa(m): 7:25pm On Mar 08, 2021 |
Behind Magazine has unveiled its 29th issue which focuses on the International Women’s day celebration. The cover page of the magazine features Tech moguls, Damilola Odufuwa, Tosin Olaseinde and Damilola Olokesusi as its cover page personalities. Other women and stories featured in the magazine also include: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Uyai Ikpe-Etim, Blessing Abeng, Debbie, Korty amongst others This issue also contains articles providing leadership, career and business hacks for and by women. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/tech-moguls-damilola-odufuwa-tosin-olaseinde-and-damilola-olokesusi-cover-Behind-magazine-for-iwd-celebration/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44
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Music/Radio / 7 Women Working Behind The Scenes, Contributing To The Growth Of Nigerian Music by mantosa(m): 4:23pm On Mar 08, 2021 |
An overview of the Nigerian music space will reveal some disparity. More men, less women. Five, six male hitmakers and on the other side is perhaps just one female A-list act. We barely have one female producer too. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/7-women-working-behind-the-scenes-contributing-to-the-growth-of-nigerian-music/ 13 Likes 1 Share |
Fashion / How KEPHI Clothing Is Leaving Its Mark On The Fashion Industry by mantosa(m): 2:59pm On Mar 04, 2021 |
Thanks to sustainably sourced materials such as recycled fabrics and organic cottons, clothing brand KEPHI produces both womenswear and menswear lines consisting of luxurious basics like tracksuits, t-shirts, hand-dyed denim, and even workwear. Each piece strikes the perfect balance of trendy and timeless, clearly articulating the message behind the brand. Rather than the metaphorical revolving door of a typical consumer’s closet, KEPHI’s pieces are designed to last. This rejection of the model of fast fashion sets KEPHI apart from the rest, and ensures that consumers have a positive experience with the brand. The hope is that every wear brings with it the reminder that “we all have a role in our collective future”, empowering consumers to create meaning and drive positive action in their own life and the lives of others. To that end, every garment is brandished with a meaningful phrase, whether on the inside or outside. The message of positivity is pervasive at every level of KEPHI’s business model and this physical representation solidifies the brand’s mission. The founders believe KEPHI is so much more than just a clothing brand; it’s an attitude and a lifestyle. A purchase is only the beginning. Still, KEPHI is on a mission to do more than simply create sustainable clothing. The industry is notorious for not only a lack of respect for the environment, but also a lack of transparency and ethics. In opposition, KEPHI guarantees that responsible manufacturing is conducted, ensuring living wages and safe working conditions for the hands that make their clothing. They state, “We believe that what you wear has a direct influence on the way you feel and your-wellbeing, which profoundly impacts every aspect of your life.” KEPHI founders believe that people can be empowered by everyday clothing choices to make a greater impact in their lives and the lives of those around them. In fact, that is their ultimate mission: cultivating positivity within the world. As the label prepares for an upcoming launch, they remain committed to this mission. This focus on positivity harkens the origin of the name itself, the Greek word ‘kefi’ which refers to joy, passion, and happiness. However, this is more than just an arbitrary goal for the company. They note, “We want our products to create a great aura of positivism that drives our consumer through the feeling of an overpowering emotion, the essence of Kephi.”
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Celebrities / Dokta Frabz's Death: 7 Times The Beat Architect Amazed Us With His Beats by mantosa(m): 11:20am On Mar 01, 2021 |
On Saturday, news broke out Nigerian beatsmith, Dokta Frabz is no more. While details on how he died is still sketchy at this point, it’s sad the industry has lost one of its contributors. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/dokta-frabz-7-times-the-beat-architect-amazed-us-with-his-beats/ 21 Likes 3 Shares
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Business / From Landscaping To Mentorship; How Tigran Gertz Navigated Toward Success by mantosa(m): 8:57am On Feb 27, 2021 |
Online coach and landscaping guru Tigran Gertz learned the value of hard work from a young age. As he struggled through his high school classes, he mowed lawns for extra cash. One day he was torn as to whether he had what it takes to get into college or what other options he could pursue, when a golden opportunity presented itself to him. “After 12-hour day dethatching lawns in 2007. After paying my friends $10 an hour cash, counted up the money and realized that day I profited $1000 in 1 day. Completely blown away and was shocked. That was the day I realized I won’t be going to college after I graduate high school. That was the day I began to have massive confidence in myself…” This was a turning point to Gertz and from that day one he decided to give his all into his landscaping business. If he didn’t, he’d be giving into one of his greatest fears. “Obscurity. If people don't know me, they will never do business with me. I need the entire planet to know my name. Attention is the new currency.” But fear wasn’t the only motivator for Gertz. He was also striving to reach his version of success “Success means winning. If you're not first you’re last. No one remembers that person that almost won. Be #1. Worst thing that will happen is you fail. However, you can never fail if you don't give up” Not only is Gertz going to keep going until he’s the “Mr. Beast of the construction industry.” but is also striving to help others along the way “Stop thinking about starting your business. I get Instagram Dm’s all the time. ‘Hey T I’m thinking about starting a landscaping business. Do you have any advice for me?’ My answer is always the same. STOP THINKING.”
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Properties / The Construction Of An Empire; Meet The Millionaire Mogul Mark Z by mantosa(m): 10:48am On Feb 25, 2021 |
Mark Z Real Estate Experts is one of the highest producing real estate teams in the world and Mark Z is the founder. With over $1 billion dollars in sales Mark Z Real Estate Experts is an international name. This company, as well as Z Capital, a real estate private equity office focused on investing in real estate assets that lend themselves to wealth preservation and multi-generational wealth. The founder of both of these companies, Mark Z, isn’t just knowledgeable about how to manage real estate but also how to manage the stresses that often hold us back. “Fear is a liar and it will kill your dreams if you’re not careful. But if you trick fear, and make the tough decisions anyway, you will win. Fear will paralyze you from greatness.” Mark Z overcame fear years ago when he survived the same genetic condition that took the life of his own brother. One night he was at a restaurant with a few colleagues when he passed out and fell to the floor. They shook him awake and took him to the hospital immediately—and not a moment too soon. Inaction would have caused Mark Z his life. He was diagnosed with Brugada Syndrome, an irregular heartbeat that causes sudden death. It’s an unusual genetic disorder of the heart’s electrical system that strikes suddenly in mid-age. After that incident, Mark Z received an implanted cardioverter-defibrillator to prevent another heart attack. “I’m grateful to my friends for saving my life, and I treasure my time with family and friends, even more, every day.” After that fateful day, Mark Z strove toward his idea of success. “Success to me is living the life I truly want…not just settling for a life that came my way. Success is the peace of mind resulting from knowing I gave my greatest effort at becoming the best I could be.” Today Mark Z is the best that he could be; and he keeps getting better.
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Business / How Jose Ardon Rose To Success In The Network Marketing Industry by mantosa(m): 10:11am On Feb 25, 2021 |
BE, a technology company, is changing the lives of thousands by providing a global digital platform for everyone, regardless of background, skill-set, and experience. As Executive Vice President, this is a mission that Jose Ardon can get behind. He says, “We know that there are always visionary people in the world; however, BE founders are more than committed to their vision. For me, it has been the best vision I have ever come across in my 15 years of experience doing businesses.” With over 15 years of experience in the network marketing industry, Jose has successfully accomplished every goal he has set for himself. His journey began at the age of 11. Born into poverty, Jose questioned what fundamental differences existed between his own life and the lives of the rich. Deciding to find out for himself, he set out to move to the United States at the age of 17. Upon arriving, Jose quickly got to work, moving from job to job, and experiencing a variety of industries, from food services to construction and everything in between. That is, until 2004, when Jose was introduced to network marketing. He recalls, “I remember hearing a story from a motivational speaker about how his life was transformed and how he had become a millionaire through direct selling, having the freedom to be his own boss while earning residual income. That same time, I told myself I will become a millionaire, or I will die trying, but I will never give up.” That day, Jose set a specific goal of earning $120,000 in the next year. As his income skyrocketed from $24,000 to $120,000 well before the year’s end, he asked himself, “If my goal of $120,000 was possible, why not $10 million?” Jose challenged himself to earn $10 million by the time he turned 30. After depositing his first million at the age of 27, he completed the goal shortly before turning 30. Today, through his role at BE, Jose plans to continue growing and helping others in the process. “I know for a fact that my achievement is only the beginning compared to what we are going to achieve for BE’s 2022 vision on becoming the fastest company to pay 1 billion dollars as a commission,” he notes. “BE is determined to change the world; it is upright with the commitment and ethics required to make an impact in the world.”
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Music/Radio / How To Listen To Nigerian Music: A Music Critic’s Guide To Enjoying The Sound by mantosa(m): 12:43pm On Feb 10, 2021 |
Every Friday, there are new music drops. From artists we’ve established a relationship with, from artists we’ve never clicked the play button on their songs. Either way, we all have different motives on why we consume music. Whether for vibes or to feel good, or to help as a perfect accompaniment in fulfilling a task or activity. But there are also times the music reaches a complex where we don’t enjoy them so we help to spread the word that the song is “mid.” Then months later, the mid song is a jam on the street. Oops. How do you listen to a track and get the best out of it, without misjudging? How do you avoid going on Twitter to call Wizkid’s Joro, “Trash” and a year later, it’s still buzzing? How can you improve your listening experience? 1. Listen, following the lyrics Majority of us listen to new songs, perhaps doing an activity on the side, or just being too keen on the song, wanting to know why it’s getting hyped on Twitter. You don’t follow the lyrics, your perception is just about the beat or the vibes the overall track is giving. In an era where artists are embedding their stories and experiences through the lyrics, perusing through those lines of words affords you the chance of making a meaning of the song, placing yourself in the world of the artist. This might sound stressful, especially when you have to head over to Genius. But there’s a reason why it’s lyrics laid on beats. You might get the lyrics while listening but following it adeptly is much better. 2. Take it for a ride, take it for a stroll. This writer has a method for conquering creative block. There’s a stream nearby my house, like a mini forest and so most times, I load up a few songs, plug in my earpiece and go for a quiet stroll in the evening. It’s surreal and sometimes atmospheric. Especially if it’s a slow, RnB/soul album I’m listening to where the artist is descriptive about their experiences. Yours could be on a long distance journey, sitting near the window, alone with your thoughts with the music aiding your introspection. You get to feel it. The pain in the artist’s voice, the anguish, the happiness or the emotions they’re dispersing through those lyrics. Cueing up songs like Fireboy’s “God only knows,” or Olamide’s “Woyo” in this situation will make you appreciate these songs even better. 3. Blast it through speakers Okay, there are occasions when your earpiece or listening devices are futile sometimes. To get the full experience of songs like “Wizkid’s Jaiye Jaiye” or Wande Coal’s “The Kick”, you need those woofers. Those woofers blaring out the sound in their true form. Those aforementioned tracks are club-hitters, regulars on decks of DJs in the club or at block parties. That’s the scenery, that’s the natural atmosphere. Banging sounds. You’d enjoy some songs even better with speakers blasting them, eliciting high energy dance movements. 4. On your bed, at night The night is quiet, no fowl crowing, no kids crying, no mum calling. No one disrupting your listening experience. It’s you alone, and the little noises creeping out of the tiny holes of your hearing device. Perhaps you’re also in the middle of a chat. But you’re alone and the pressure of life has simmered down, all gone with the day and you’re climaxing in your feels. So you cue up Davido’s “Heaven” and when it gets to the part where “feel so real” is repeated, you bop your head and say and ask “this song is good, how did I sleep on this.” Other times, RnB tracks make more sense at night, especially if you’ve just been through a heartbreak. 5. With friends You see how differently the music feels or the vibes it gives when you’re amongst friends. Olamide’s “Infinity” is playing out of the JBL speaker and your friends are reveling in it. You see how different coarse voices are chorusing together, echoing the lyrics or the dance vibes they’re showing off. Hands are raised, legs shaking off moves and heads bopping and you wonder if it’s the same track you listened to. Listening with friends is a different vibe on its own. I’ve seen people get emotional or sink into reflection mode when listening to music. I’ve discovered some great new music during the times I hang out with my people. Those moments feel magical sometimes, can’t lie. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/how-to-listen-to-nigerian-music-a-music-critics-guide-to-enjoying-the-sound/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique
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Business / 7 Game-changing Strategies Business Owners Can Adopt From Madam C.J Walker’s Sto by mantosa(m): 2:49pm On Feb 06, 2021 |
Watching the Netflix series of Self Made, a story about the life of Madam C.J Walker opened me to the realm of tactics most entrepreneurs are oblivious to. For starters, Self Made is an expose into America’s first self made female millionaire, Madam C.J Walker who made a fortune selling hair growing products for black women in the early 1900s. The Netflix series, Self Made thus narrows into what happened in her life and how she emerged from working as a laundry woman to discovering a path that would make her self-sufficient. Her story is inspiring and there are a few tactics you as an entrepreneur or a brand strategist can adapt from that series into swelling your company’s revenue. 1. Appeal To Customer’s Emotions and Internal Frustrations As an entrepreneur, you’re either selling a product or service where what you do daily is post the product and maybe enumerate on its features. Hey, you’re missing out. There’s a need your product or service is meeting. How about you touching on the problems your customers face? Identifying your customers’ problems deepens their interest in the product or service you’re selling. In Self Made, due to exhaustion and hard work, black women rarely had time to take care of their hair thus making them encounter dandruff, baldness and other scalp ailments. When selling her product, Madam C-J Walker tapped into those problems, and the internal frustrations that came with it. Battling with baldness meant these women had a dip in self confidence and felt sad about their fading beauty. What external problems and internal frustrations are your customers battling with? How can your product and service be the fix to those problems? Once you know this, integrate it into your copies, captions and taglines. The more you talk about the problems your customers experience, the more interest they will have in your brand. 2. Introduce Storytelling What’s the story behind your product? That’s the strength behind Madam C.J Walker’s marketing. The two times she sold in the open market space, at first as she was calling out her product and its benefits, no one was interested. Then she began telling a story to a black woman about what spurred her into making hair growing creams. And just like how we always loved to hear stories when we were little, her opening up about the early years of her hair product led a bunch of women to her stand and then by the time she finished her story, the women were enthralled and wanted their hair to be like Madam Walker’s. The story hooked them into purchasing her product. Your product has a story behind it, tell it. 3. Expand You ever get to a stage in your business journey and it feels like you’re stagnant and you’re due for growth or addition of maybe a product or service? Madam C.J Walker felt that way but her expansion was due to her leveraging on a piece of information. With more black people thronging to Indianapolis, she sensed a need to leave St Louis, her hometown and reach out to an empty market space with no competition. After a few months of settling there aided with aggressive marketing, her hair salon would soon become the go-to place for black women. Might not have happened if she was still at St Louis. What new addition or idea can spike up more returns for your company? Try it out, see if it’ll work. 4. Employ people It can’t remain a one-man business for long. As time goes on, and with expansion in the works, you would have to employ people to handle some specialties for you. Perhaps you once used to manage social media coupled with the day-to-day running of your business, but now with customers booming, you could have someone do that for you, taking a weight off you. Maybe you were involved in production, and now with the brand expanding, brimming with more customers, you need more hands to assist in producing more items. Similar to how Madam C.J Walker recruited more hands to help in production of more of her hair growing creams. 5. Opportunities will come, use them. When Madam C.J walker lost her first salon in Indianapolis due to a fire outbreak, she envisioned a new place with a lot of space, big enough for her wild ideas. But she needed investors to put money into her business so she could actualize these ideas. She needed social proof, in the form of a popular businessman endorsing her. That opportunity would come but she had to work her way around it by going on stage uninvited, pitching her business to hundreds who sat in the National League of Businessmen convention. When opportunity comes for you either to talk about your business to people, or pitch an idea to a person of influence, would you take it or fret and eventually back down? 6. Keep brand secrets to yourself Many successful brands have an unknown tactic going for them, helping to gain an edge over their competition. And it isn’t anything new. You start a business today and a week later, someone also is competing with you. Or you incorporate an innovative approach today and someone is copying it. Weeks after moving to Indianapolis, she had a competitor named Addie, who feeling the buzz of Madam C.J Walker’s hair products, started to sell hers too. Thing is her competitor, Addie barely had customers. She had no stories and she was just known as C.J Walker’s competitor. All she did was study Madam C.J’s Walker approach and try to replicate it. Addie started worshiping at Walker’s church, attending the same business meetings and went as far as almost stealing her secret product formula, which was Madam C.J Walker’s secret. The efficacy of her product, helping to grow the hair of black women. There’s something working for you, giving you an edge over your competition. It’s a secret to you, don’t give it away or you will be replaced in the scheme of things. 7. Challenges will arise, don’t fold or panic From the onset, Madam C.J Walker faced challenges. Getting customers. To buy what she was selling, challenges of settling far away from home and also personal issues. It got to a boiling point where she was having repeated family problems as far as her husband cheating on her. Challenges are norms in the business world. What matters is your approach to sweeping them away. For C.J walker, every challenge led to her ascending to the next level. When her husband cheated on her, she went through that period to clinch a deal with a store. Or when her house was burnt, it made her secure a new space. It’s not the end of the world. Whatever challenge you’re in right now, see it as an opportunity for growth. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/7-game-changing-strategies-business-owners-can-adopt-from-madam-c-j-walkers-story/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique, ishilove
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Music/Radio / Buju: Did Singer Make The Right Move By Signing To Burna Boy’s Spaceship Records by mantosa(m): 10:18am On Jan 20, 2021 |
Eighteen months ago, burgeoning Afro-fusion artist, Buju was about to release his second track of the year, Spiritual. Pressured by friends, they felt the record would do better with a Zlatan verse. Still a rising artist in need of access to the right channels, “How would I get a Zlatan verse,” Buju remembers, telling OAP Sheye Banks during a radio interview. He would eventually get it, albeit through a different means. He proceeded to put out a snippet of the song with the caption: “I really need a verse from Zlatan.” Friends, fans and most twitter users who randomly came across that tweet helped heap pressure on Zlatan, mentioning his username in the comments box. A month later, Zlatan would cede, hopping on the song and also funding the costs for the video. That song would do wonders for Buju. With his freestyles, he captured the attention of music listeners on Twitter. With L’enu, his last release of 2019, he would however capture the attention of Burna Boy. A remix sufficed, followed with an invitation to Spaceship Records. Seven months after signing to the same platform as his role model, it appears the singer would be better off as being independent. First, Buju’s output for 2020 was way less than the year before: one new single which came in at the last month of the year, and also, the remix to 2019’s L’enu which dropped in May. Between May and December, Buju was missing in the music space. There’s however an explanation. Obviously Buju had records to ship out, but with Burna Boy dropping the epoch-making project, Twice As Tall, all hands had to be on deck. It meant Buju’s singles or a project (who knows) had to be pushed back. But that was August. In an industry, where rising artists could be quickly forgotten when they’re passive in releasing music and with the music populace giving preference to artists who are consistently dishing out well tailored releases, Buju’s 2019 momentum dipped. That could perhaps be the explanation for the low attention turned towards “So Lovely,” his latest sonic offering. Impressive single, less fueled with promotion. In a month, the single has less than a million streams (332k streams) on Audiomack, a freemium music streaming platform. And in four days, the video has just 15k YouTube views as at the time of writing. The problem is not Buju. Now that he’s under a record label, one expects things to level up for him better than he was while being independent. No one knows the specifics of the deal Buju signed with Spaceship Records, yet there’s a feeling Buju put pen to paper to fulfill his goals. Talking to Native Mag earlier in 2020, he revealed how he wanted the year to turn out. More streams, more international awareness. “The word for 2020 is mainstream. My music needs to be heard on a global level,” he said in that interview. With a Burna Boy co-sign and anchored on the same record label, this should however happen easily. Fans and social media hopefuls who were convinced of the singer’s enthralling talent would hope he re-enacts his blazing 2019 run. To do that, his record deal with Spaceship Records will be instrumental to achieving that momentous success. source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/buju-did-singer-make-the-right-move-by-signing-to-burna-boys-spaceship-records/ cc lalasticlala, mynd44, dominique
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Properties / How Real Estate Mogul, David Dodge Achieved Success Without Competing by mantosa(m): 4:01pm On Jan 09, 2021 |
“I don’t believe in competition,” David Dodge says of his experience in the real estate industry. “I look at competitors as strategic partners that I can do deals with, buy deals from, sell deals to, or network with to learn the newest trends and or best practices.” With these connections, David hopes to get his message out to any aspiring entrepreneurs who are considering entering the real estate industry. Having gotten his start from the young age of 20 while attending the University of Missouri-Columbia, David had to learn many lessons the hard way, a fate he hopes to save others from by teaching them a better way. He says, “I was over 100 doors and then I had to sell off about half of them to buy out a partner and pay off a ton of bad debt that we had accumulated. But I’ll get back over 100 in a couple of years again, no problem. I know what not to do this time around.” Since the start of his career, David and his team have wholesaled over 500 houses. Leveraging his industry expertise, David has co-authored three books and even launched a podcast, “Discount Property Investor”, where he teaches people all the ins and outs of wholesaling real estate, along with tips and tricks for marketing, landlording, and rehabbing properties. “I was inspired to get into this industry for a few reasons,” he explains. “I wanted passive income and tax advantages, but I also wanted to be my own boss. I wanted to have the freedom to travel and do what I wanted to do on my own timeframe!” Today, David has done exactly that. With over 17 years of experience, now he is passionate about helping other entrepreneurs achieve success in the industry that provided his own. “Success is just a mindset,” he says. He and his partner Mike have created a free course on wholesaling real estate where he aspires to help others learn how simple the wholesaling business truly is.
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Music/Radio / What Went Wrong With Wizkid’s Ginger Video? Here’s A Logical Answer by mantosa(m): 9:20am On Jan 09, 2021 |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSy2lBZ1QrA The second Friday of the year followed the template of the first: No new music. A boring day lacking novelty lied ahead. But there was a contrast, Wizkid had picked January 8th as the date for the release of the visuals to Ginger, one of the smash hits from his epoch-making album, Made In Lagos. Source: https://tushmagazine.com.ng/what-went-wrong-with-wizkids-ginger-video-heres-a-logical-answer/ 8 Likes 2 Shares
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