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NYSC / How A Silly Mistake Cost Me Many Job Opportunities by waolatz12(m): 4:04pm On Sep 29, 2020
If you've had to attend interviews and you never nailed the job, then, I must ask you a simple question.

Have you considered what you may be doing wrong?

Maybe not.

Something happened to me last year and I felt I should share with you.

After all, we all need some of doze of motivation to forge ahead irrespective of the challenges of life.

Last year, precisely October 2019, I was traumatized, extremely broke with no hope for what would happen next.

I had graduated from polytechnic, finished with good grades, among the top students in the polytechnic with the belief that a job is certain afterward.

But it didn't turn out as expected.

My hope was shattered, it seemed nothing was going to happen, my dreams were going to crumble before my very face.

I applied for several jobs, went for interviews, and all they kept saying was a common frustrating cliche:

"We'll get back to you".

I never thought it wise to examine myself about what I was doing wrong.

My account was going red, it has literally turned to a university grade point (4.50).

I got frustrated and was going to find a menial job to lay my hands upon.

But just before I concluded, another job opportunity was unlocked and I decided to test the waters.

This time, I wanted to do everything possible to get the job, so I met someone I'd call Uncle John.

Uncle John was among the top managers at the Dangote Group of companies and had been selected numerous times to conduct interviews for job seekers.

I asked him to assess my performance at interviews, so he conducted an arbitrary interview for me.

After taking me through a series of assessments, he told me something I couldn't believe.

He said he would have loved to hire me if he was the hiring manager but a response I made would outrightly disqualify me from any position.

I was shocked and curiously, I asked why he made such a disheartening statement.

I needed some well-thought-out advice from him, and so I considered it wise to listen to whatever he had to say.

After so much persuasion for feedback, he gave me a simple but absolutely weird response which is quoted this way:

"You didn't give me enough professional reason to hire you"

Within a flash of seconds I quickly remembered what I said when he asked the question:

"Why should we hire you"

I later discovered that my response was indeed unprofessional.

Many of us think these interview questions are not worth preparing for, but the question is:

After submitting numerous applications and making tons of pitching, isn't it worth it to prepare for the final lap?

What do you respond when you're being asked this simple but technical question?

What do you think the employer wants to hear?

Many of us will spill it out in a comical way by saying something like this:

"You should hire me because I hold a bachelor's degree from one of the top university in Nigeria and I'm also fully aware that you need someone to fill this position, I think I can do the job"


While this sounds innocent and well-articulated, it's nonetheless irrelevant to the question the hiring manager is asking.

To answer this question you need to make sure your response clearly states why you are the best person for the position.

Remember, you are not the only one the hiring manager is interviewing.

That means you need to possess a unique ability that will make you exceptional.

To professionally answer the question you need to prove that:

You can perform the task excellently

You will perfectly fit into the position and be a great addition to the team.

You possess the right skills and experience that make you stand out.

For example, if you are you are applying for a marketing role you can say something like:

From your job advert, I understand that your company is looking for an experienced marketer that will grow your business and help the company stand out from its competitors.

At my previous company, I increased sales by 30% within the space of one year by devising a targeted social media advertising strategy.

I will definitely bring in that spirit of ownership and innovation to this company if I'm giving the opportunity.


Did you see that?

No employer will be able to resist this kind of answer.

When you answer like this you are creating an irresistible offer that your employer won't be able to resist.

I know this response may be literally unusable to you if you're just starting out or probably an undergraduate…

but there's however a way you can tweak this response to suit your style.

So over to you

How are you going to approach your next job interview?

How much of preparations are you going to give?

If you have no idea about how to land your first job, or how to get a winning interview…

You can still join my FREE class where I share some secret codes on how to land your first job and approach interviews.

If you are interested in this class simply respond with[i] "I'm interested" [/i]in the comment box.

Or chat me up on WhatsApp on 08032624915

See you in class.

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Jobs/Vacancies / Re: How I Lost A High Paying Job Because I Failed To Answer A Simple Question by waolatz12(m): 8:21am On Sep 26, 2020
10kgod:
I'm interestted


Chat with me on 08032624915
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: How I Lost A High Paying Job Because I Failed To Answer A Simple Question by waolatz12(m): 3:32am On Sep 25, 2020
TobyJohn:
I'm interested

Char with me via 08032624915
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: How I Lost A High Paying Job Because I Failed To Answer A Simple Question by waolatz12(m): 3:31am On Sep 25, 2020
orahachi2020:
I am interested

Chat with me on WhatsApp via 08032624915
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: How I Lost A High Paying Job Because I Failed To Answer A Simple Question by waolatz12(m): 3:30am On Sep 25, 2020
xcelentattitude:
http://sharevideo1.com/file/NXYtd3lSNWVtUnc=?t=ytb&f=wh


@OP waolatz12
You need to stop plagiarism o

I'm amazed at how you copied from Dan Lok's teaching without credit.

What happened to originality na undecided



Not all copied
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: How I Lost A High Paying Job Because I Failed To Answer A Simple Question by waolatz12(m): 3:29am On Sep 25, 2020
Agbo19:
I am interested


Contact me on WhatsApp via 0802624915
Jobs/Vacancies / How I Lost A High Paying Job Because I Failed To Answer A Simple Question by waolatz12(m): 9:04am On Sep 24, 2020
So tell me about yourself

Have you ever been into a situation where you are literally close to getting the job of your dream but the interview seems to turn out badly?

You submitted your CV and you waited, waited and finally, the hiring company put a call through, you're glad and can't wait to start your long-awaited job.

And now you got the interview, you're sitting across the table and the hiring manager smile and asked you this simple question:

"TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF"

And you panic…
You don't know what to say…
You don't know where to start..
You're starting to stutter.

Half-way through the conversation, you literally slammed yourself for the response you gave.

You said to yourself "Urgh, why did I even say that?"

You never get a second chance to make the first impression.

Usually, that hiring manager makes up his or her mind in the first 3 minutes of the conversation.

And so painful, you lost the job.

Well, do not give up.

I've been there and I felt so bad too but I decided to turn things around by finding the best answer to this question.

Usually, whenever I'm asked this question, my response is always about my background, parents, school, color, etc.

However, the hiring manager is not interested in any of this, he's not interested in your life story.

His major concerns are what you are offering to the company.

So this question literally translates to

"What value could you bring to the company"

They are asking what you're bringing to the table.

I mean...

What problem can you solve for the company?

So when answering this question always allow your statement revolves around what's in it for them.

Let your response to each question always be tied back to the benefits the company is deriving from it.

You also want to be your best self when answering this question.

In my search for an authentic answer to this question, I've figured out a template that is best suited.

I used this template for one of my online interviews and it worked like magic.

I didn't believe my eyes when I saw the outcome of this strategy.

This super template will make you become irresistible to your hiring manager. It will literally make them beg you for the job.

I know you don't believe it, but follow me closely.

Here's what I'm talking about.

I call it the 3S formula.

To break it down, this is what it means:

SUCCESS, STRENGTH, SITUATION.

Now, let's take it a bit practical.

Beginning with the first S, which stands for SUCCESS.

Whenever you are being asked such questions (Tell me about yourself).

Start by sharing your SUCCESS.

You can start with…

I have been…..

For example, let's say you're applying for a Social Media Manager position, you would say something like...

"I have been doing social media management for the past three years, I specialize in helping companies and entrepreneurs grow their fan page, and in the last three years alone have helped dozens of clients in over 10 industries.

And on average, I've been able to help my clients improve engagement and grow their fan page from 300-500% in less than 6 months and that's what I'm passionate about"

Did you see that?

Let's move to the second S, which is…

STRENGTH

To apply that you'll say something like…

My real strength……

For example,

My real strength is the ability to truly understand what your audience wants. I pride myself on my reputation in creating engaging and compelling content I know your audience will love and want to share.

Moving to the last S, which is the SITUATION.

This basically is where you become so irresistible to your employer.

You'll show them how you can apply your previous success and strength to the situation of their company.

To do that you'll begin with a simple sentence like:

What I'm looking for….

For example, you can say.

What I'm looking for is a company where I could add value and produce a positive Return On Investment (ROI), a company where I could join a strong team.

Is this what your (name of company) is looking for?

Did you see that?

Make sure you add that question because the person who asks the question controls the conversation.

Now you might be asking yourself…

Does this mean I have to memorize some sort of script when attending an interview?

The answer is a resounding "Yes".

Understand that you have many people competing with you for that same job and you can't afford to lose at this time.

So make adequate preparation when attending that interview. It's worth it.

If you've got value in this post and you'll love to get access to more, I have created a FREE WhatsApp class where you can get answers to your job-seeking questions.

Whether you're a fresh graduate, an undergraduate, or someone looking for another job opportunity, this class is well suited for you.

As a bonus, I'd be giving you a free ebook that provides an answer to common interview questions which are about 100 in numbers.

I'd also be giving out a list of top companies where you can apply for jobs both remote and permanent.

If you're interested in this class, I want to see you type " I'm interested" in the comments box below.

Remember, the class is FREE.

Connect with me on WhatsApp via /+2348032624915

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NYSC / ��� � ���� � ���� ������ ��� ������� � ����ed by waolatz12(m): 8:55am On Sep 24, 2020
[b][/b]So Tell Me About Yourself


Have you ever been into a situation where you are literally close to getting the job of your dream but the interview seems to turn out badly?

You submitted your CV and you waited, waited and finally, the hiring company put a call through, you're glad and can't wait to start your long-awaited job.

And now you got the interview, you're sitting across the table and the hiring manager smile and asked you this simple question:

"���� �� ����� ��������"

And you panic…

You don't know what to say…

You don't know where to start..

You're starting to stutter.

Half-way through the conversation, you literally slammed yourself for the response you gave.


You said to yourself "Urgh, why did I even say that?"


You never get a second chance to make the first impression.


Usually, that hiring manager makes up his or her mind in the first 3 minutes of the conversation.

And so painful, you lost the job.

Well, do not give up.


I've been there and I felt so bad too, I lost a really high paying job because of my cluelessness but I decided to turn things around by finding the best answer to this question.

And this is what I'm about sharing with you.

Usually, whenever I'm asked this question, my response is always about my background, parents, school, color, etc.


However, the hiring manager is not interested in any of this, he's not interested in your life story.


His major concerns are what you are offering to the company.


So this question literally translates to


"���� ����� ����� ��� ����� �� ��� �������"


They are asking what you're bringing to the table.


I mean...


What problem can you solve for the company?


So when answering this question always allow your statement revolves around what's in it for them.


Let your response to each question always be tied back to the benefits the company is deriving from it.


You also want to be your best self when answering this question.


In my search for an authentic answer to this question, I've figured out a template that is best suited.


I used this template for one of my online interviews and it worked like magic.


I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw the outcome of this strategy.


This super template will make you become irresistible to your hiring manager. It will literally make them beg you for the job.


I know you don't believe it, but follow me closely.


Here's what I'm talking about.


I call it the 3S formula.


To break it down, this is what it means:


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Now, let's take it a bit practical.


Beginning with the first S, which stands for SUCCESS.


Whenever you are being asked such questions (Tell me about yourself).


Start by sharing your SUCCESS.


You can start with…


I have been…..


For example, let's say you're applying for a Social Media Manager position, you would say something like...


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Did you see that?


Let's move to the second S, which is…


STRENGTH


To apply that you'll say something like…


My real strength……


For example,

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Moving to the last S, which is the SITUATION.


This basically is where you become so irresistible to your employer.


You'll show them how you can apply your previous success and strength to the situation of their company.


To do that you'll begin with a simple sentence like:


What I'm looking for….


For example, you can say.

�ℎ�� �'� ������� ��� �� � ������� �ℎ��� � ����� ��� ����� ��� ������� � �������� ������ �� ���������� (���), � ������� �ℎ��� � ����� ���� � ������ ����.

�� �ℎ�� �ℎ�� ���� (���� �� �������) �� ������� ���?


Did you see that?


Make sure you add that question because the person who asks the question controls the conversation.


Now you might be asking yourself…


Does this mean I have to memorize some sort of script when attending an interview?


The answer is a resounding "Yes".


Understand that you have many people competing with you for that same job and you can't afford to lose at this time.


So make adequate preparation when attending that interview. It's worth it.


Which strategy from this post are you gonna try first?


If you've got value in this post and you'll love to get access to more, I have created a FREE WhatsApp class where you can get answers to your job search questions.


Whether you're a fresh graduate, an undergraduate, or someone looking for another job opportunity, this class is well suited for you.


As a bonus, I'd be giving you a free ebook that provides an answer to common interview questions which are about 100 in numbers.


I'd also be giving out a list of top companies where you can apply for jobs both remote and permanent.


If you're interested in this class, I want to see you type " I'm interested" in the comments box below.


Remember, the class is FREE.

You can also connect with me on

/+2348032624915
Adverts / How Make Money Online Working From Home by waolatz12(m): 11:15am On May 11, 2020
Have you heard of Affiliate Marketing?

It is no longer a delusion that people make cool money from the internet every day.

Maybe you're there joining the gang of the group that has retained the cliche - ONLINE BUSINESS IS A SCAM.

Let me tell you something.

You are missing a lot...

There are many opportunities available online for you to turn your shame into fame.

My mentor Emmanuel Akpe hosted an online class last month where he made up to N500,000

Neil Patel, CEO of crazyegg.com, kizzmetrics.com, and quicksprout.com earns close to $100,000 dollars monthly working online.

What of Pat Flyn, Dan Lok, Eben pagan, Linda Ikeji, and others?

Think well, before you say online business is a SCAM

Affiliate marketing is one of the various businesses that can change your income from zero to hero.

What is Affiliate Marketing?

Very simple,

Affiliate marketing is when an online retailer pays you a commission for traffic or sales generated from your referrals.

Let me say it in a simplified way.

Let's say I'm selling products. As an affiliate marketer, you get buyers for me through your different marketing strategies and I'll pay you commissions based on every single sale you brought to me.

Do you get that?

That being said,

Do you know there are many affiliate programs you can sign up for in Nigeria?

For example, our popularly known Nigerian stores, JUMIA, KONGA, and others have affiliate programs you can sign up for.

Listen to me,

People are making it really big online and they are not doing YAHOO or YAHOO plus.

Clean businesses...

Don't join the gang of people calling every money made online an unclean money.

Corona has already shifted the focus of many organizations. Most organizations will be operating massively online soon.

Just watch out

You can't afford to be naive and irrelevant in this generation...

There are many clean online businesses.

Freelance
Affiliate marketing
Blogging etc...

I'll be hosting a FREE WhatsApp class on online business you can start with.

When you join the group you'll be illuminated about seven or more online businesses you can start with little or no capital...

Click the link below to join the class.

https:///IE3VDHEbpnbJRyXiVJRQjs
Education / Re: The medical students and aspirants thread by waolatz12(m): 5:54pm On May 19, 2017
dearpiriye:
acceptance_30k Accommodation_14k School fees_22k yrs 1 and 2......maybe 1k extra School fees_33k clinicals......" " " Reduces to 29k in 600l
When will jamb direct entry form 2017 be out please
Education / Re: University Of Ibadan(UI) 2017/2018 Admission Thread by waolatz12(m): 5:53pm On May 19, 2017
dearpiriye:
thank you. I've replied him somewhere else
When will jamb direct entry form for 2017 be out
Education / Re: DIRECT ENTRY Admission. by waolatz12(m): 8:29pm On May 12, 2017
Ustec:


But as for 2017 DE requirements,they only require applicants jamb reg. number they use to gain admission.

DE applicants should prepare for entry test/exam.
When will the direct entry form be out

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Education / Re: DIRECT ENTRY Admission. by waolatz12(m): 1:00pm On May 06, 2017
Capslock01:

Go for Engineering, you can always learn and work as a programmer without computer science degree.

really, how?
Education / Re: DIRECT ENTRY Admission. by waolatz12(m): 8:23pm On May 03, 2017
Capslock01:


No sir! You want to cross from faculty of technology/engineering to science. Why do you want to cross?
Nothing sir, I just recently develop passion for web creation and programming.
Education / Re: DIRECT ENTRY Admission. by waolatz12(m): 10:05pm On Apr 18, 2017
Capslock01:
Yes, I officially welcome you all to this thread.

I know most of us are currently on IT but this thread will go a long way in preparing our minds toward the journey ahead, like schools to select, mode of selection etc

Share the school you graduated from, the ones you're aspiring for, course and grade.

Example:

School: The Polytechnic Ibadan. ND level

Schools in view(s): OAU, LAUTECH

Course: Computer engineering

Grade: Distinction

Oya, Diploma guys, Cambridge, IJMB, degree guys, former polytes (Ex DE-ites) welcome on board. Lastly, if you've been trying before don't relent THIS IS YOUR YEAR, just believe.
Mine is
School: D.S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, itori-ewekoro.
School in view: UI
Course in 0nd : electrical electronics engineering
Course in view: computer science
Grade: upper
Can this be possible?
Education / Re: University Of Ibadan(UI) 2017/2018 Admission Thread by waolatz12(m): 10:22pm On Apr 13, 2017
Ajet001:

First and Foremost are you done with regularization.. Did you've your results(ND) with you already...??
Besides JAMB registration begins April 23 to May 5(direct entry)
You'll buy and generate PIN at the bank(you must create a profile at www.jamb.org.ng with a valid email before heading to bank) and then move ahead to any cbt centres to capture yourself.

If sis. Wuminity won't mind, she might shed more light
ok... Sir.
H
Can I go to any cyber cafe to register or are there approved places for registration
Education / Re: University Of Ibadan(UI) 2017/2018 Admission Thread by waolatz12(m): 12:43pm On Apr 13, 2017
Ajet001:

Exactly,
Then you're good to go bro.!
success!!!!
how do I go about purchasing direct entry form? Where can I purchase it? When will the form be out?
Education / Re: University Of Ibadan(UI) 2017/2018 Admission Thread by waolatz12(m): 9:40am On Apr 13, 2017
Ajet001:

Direct Entry To Computer Science(UI)
Requirements
OND/HND in computer science or any other Mathematics based courses with grade of upper credit.
I'm sure Electrical Electronics Engineering is a Mathematics based course
.. Yes, it should?
Education / Re: University Of Ibadan(UI) 2017/2018 Admission Thread by waolatz12(m): 11:29pm On Apr 12, 2017
Ajet001:

Did you mean you're not from the department of computer science...
yes!! I studied electrical and electronics engineering @ D.S Adegbenro ICT polytecnic, but now I intend to cross to computer science when crossing to UI... Can that be possible?
Education / Re: University Of Ibadan(UI) 2017/2018 Admission Thread by waolatz12(m): 3:25pm On Apr 12, 2017
Ajet001:

Last Year Screening Was based on point grading system for both UTME &DE (i've explained that in the previous page of the thread)

so this year it'll be a different thing entirely as DE candidates won't be siting for jamb but an aptitude test that will be conducted by the respective institution.
So apart from those who want to apply to the department of medicine&surgery that will need first class or a strong 2.1
other deparment might not really require first class or 2.1 but it'll surely give an edge should the competition becomes fierce.
And if UI should base the admission strictly on the aptitude test then i think CGPA will be a minor thing
Besides which department did you want to apply to.
what subjects will the aptitude test be based on?
Education / Re: University Of Ibadan(UI) 2017/2018 Admission Thread by waolatz12(m): 3:17pm On Apr 12, 2017
Ajet001:

Last Year Screening Was based on point grading system for both UTME &DE (i've explained that in the previous page of the thread)

so this year it'll be a different thing entirely as DE candidates won't be siting for jamb but an aptitude test that will be conducted by the respective institution.
So apart from those who want to apply to the department of medicine&surgery that will need first class or a strong 2.1
other deparment might not really require first class or 2.1 but it'll surely give an edge should the competition becomes fierce.
And if UI should base the admission strictly on the aptitude test then i think CGPA will be a minor thing
Besides which department did you want to apply to.
the department am venturing iinto is computer science, but I didn't study it during my ND times. Can I still seek for it?
Education / Re: University Of Ibadan(UI) 2017/2018 Admission Thread by waolatz12(m): 10:36pm On Apr 11, 2017
[quote author=Ajet001 post=55369382]
DE will take a new dimesion this year according to jamb's boss there will be an aptitude test that will conducted by the institution(UI) so once you meet the cut-off mark you will be offered admission.
The school fee should be around #25000-#30000 i'm not too sure tho.[/quote
Pls am aspiring to secure admission through direct entry into U.I, how do I go about it? Can I change my course? ]
Education / Re: University Of Ibadan(UI) 2017/2018 Admission Thread by waolatz12(m): 6:50pm On Apr 11, 2017
What are the conditions to be met before seeking admission through direct entry into the university of ibadan

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