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so nothing for the HND graduates.... God dey sha

I was 20 then in my hnd1

thanks op

shoyemiayodeji:
How much did you get it precisely?

32k

MizMyColi:

Nice!!

How's it?

its good. the camera is awesome 16gb Ron and 1gb ram 8mp back camera

MizMyColi:
Tecno W4 is the answer

You will have change of one thousand naira after that.

yes thats the answer. I just unpacked my own 3days ago

My observation: the plan does not correlate, poor security consciousness, waste of land and...

Jacko1:
No helmet... No body armor.... Nothing and he is a soldier


Just a rusty gun


Is this picture of a nigerian soldier or rebel

Even militant in their hay daya wud never go to battle like this

some people can be stupid sha...does that dress look like a war camouflage..idi*t

Neoguru1:
This F##L died fighting for the zoo. If I have the opportunity I'd spit on his grave.

How dare you call my uncle a fool...I pity your generation becus you just awarded yourself a huge curse...i curse you f##l

Amen!! thank you all

So sad.Above is another soldier identified as Ezeugo Darlington Chukwuma, who was killed by Boko Haram insurgents in the northern part of Nigeria some days ago. He is the latest victim of Boko Haram insurgency who died while trying to defend our country.

May his soul rest in peace,Amen

please! i need it also @ frankmbamachris@gmail.com thanks in anticipation

It is relevant here to state that the choice of a career is not as easy as we sometimes think. The student should be able to answer the following career choice questions before choosing a career:

a. Do you possess the required intellectual ability for the career?

b. Will your present subject offering lead you to your desired career?

c. Do you have the needed and sustained interest for the career?

d. Do you have the needed aptitude for the career?

e. Do you have the necessary personality qualities for the career?

f. Can your health conditions and constitutions carry you in the career?

g. Can you last the period, stress, risk and inconveniences expected in the training or preparation for the career?

h. What are the primary reasons for choosing the career? (Monetary, status, helping others to contribute to societal advancement, etc.)?

i. Do you or your parents/sponsors have the financial resources to carry you through the training or preparation period?

j. Is your chosen career relevant to the needs of the environment/nation?

k. Can you find employment in your chosen career after training/preparation?

l. Are you familiar with the importance, nature, history and definition of the career?

m. Do you have other necessary qualifications for the career e.g. age, sex and the general education for the career?

n. Do you know how to enter into your chosen career?

o. Is your career offered (for participation) in the available institutions or workshops?

p. Do you know the general conditions of service for the career?

q. Are there prospects of advancement and fulfillment in the career?

r. Would you be able to adjust to the environments and sociological environments of the career? i.e. would you be able to adapt to the geographical location and persons the career could expose you to?

s. Would the career jeopardize or conflict with your religious and cultural values and beliefs?

t. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the career?

u. Do you know about the job hazards associated with your career of interest?

v. Will the career make you self-employable or dependent on other employers of labour?

w. Will you be ready for service, re-training or on-the-job training in the career if the need arises?

x. Assuming you are thrown out of the career/job (retrenched) can you adjust to any other job or a career if the need arises?

y. If your retire from the career, what plans could you make to survive?



ref: http://naijatalent..com/2016/08/factors-to-consider-in-choosing-career.html

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Interpersonal skills are those skills that are connected with relationships between people. These skills are very important in the work place to ensure smooth and efficient team work. They are:

a. Language: A strong working knowledge of English language enables a worker to interact with other people.

b. Critical thinking and decision making skills: These constitute the ability to think abstractly, to organize materials and follow instructions.

c. Dependability: Dependable workers come to work every day punctually, follow through on project, keep their word and contribute their fair share to the work load.

d. Relating to others: Being able to work well with other people; helps to get the job done.

e. Good judgment: This is the ability to ensure that all work are accurate and logical.

f. Maturity: Employers want employees who can handle matters in an adult manner, develop confidence and exercise self-control.

g. Flexibility: Office workers must be receptive to new ideas, procedures, specifications, tasks and equipment. Learn to adapt easily.

h. Discretion: Avoid discussing the information with which you work, inside or outside the office.

i. Receptiveness: No one expects a worker to know everything. Admit what you do not know and need to learn. Be receptive to other people’s advice.

j. Integrity: Be loyal to your employer. Come to work early but don’t leave early. Do not excuse yourself from the job unnecessarily for one reason or the other. Do not waste your employer’s time. Time is money in business.

k. Personal appearance: A lot can said at this point; however, note that the image you portray also reflects on your office. Dress neatly and appropriately. Watch your body language.

l. Positive attitude: Employers prefer positive people to negative people because positive people think confidently and generate positive results.

m. Team member: An effective office requires group effort. Help others when you are not busy. Offering help to a colleague may bring you a return favour at a time you need help most.


ref: http://naijatalent..com/2016/08/13-must-have-inter-personal-skills-at.html

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Choosing a career is generally not a one-time decision; it’s a series of decisions, made as you progress through different stages of life, experience, and responsibility. Below are the various mistakes in choosing a career.

1. Choosing a career because of the prestige attached to it.

2. Choosing a career in which one does not possess the necessary ability, interest, aptitude and personality traits.

3. Choosing a career because a friend has chosen it.

4. Choosing a career in which employment is either scarce or non-existent.

5. Choosing a career the preparation/training for which the family/personal resources are not able to carry.

6. Choosing a career just to please parents and other family members.

7. Choosing a career out of frustration or as a last resort.

8. Choosing a career that may not be actualized with the school subjects offered by the student.

9. Choosing a career without consulting professional guidance personnel.

10. Choosing a career that one may not be committed to but choosing it for the fun of it.

11. Choosing a career because of the monetary advantages.

12. Choosing a career without full knowledge about the career.

13. Choosing a career that would not help to lead one to self-actualization or self-fulfillment; i.e. achieving one’s career goals.

14. Choosing a career for which one lacks the necessary training, skills and dispositions.

15. Choosing a career that is not relevant to the needs of the society.


ref: http://naijatalent..com/2016/08/15-common-mistakes-in-choosing-career.html

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Sijo01:
Op, you wey nor fit space your write up na go fit arrange office.

lol

Self-appraisal can encourage employees to become mindful of areas where they need to improve and it can reveal attitudes and biases a manger might never guess from observation. Below are the needs for self-evaluation;

i. Self-evaluation helps the job seeker assess his capabilities in respect of the job he intends doing.
ii. The applicant is able to know whether he has the right qualification for the job.
iii. He will consider the job conditions and know whether or not he can accept the job.
iv. He examoines and ensures whether or not he has the required competencies to avoid embarrassment on the job.
v. Self-appraisal helps the job seeker know whether he can put in an extra time at work when that is needed.
vi. Self-evaluation will enable the job seeker know whether he would be able to adapt to an entirely different geographical location where job is available.
vii. It can help applicants feel assured with relevant job information and how to use them in career planning and development.

viii. It uses the appropriate tools, inventories, and tests in helping the job seekers to understand more about relevant issues in their chosen career and to use such knowledge in picking the right job.


Ref: http://naijatalent..com/2016/08/the-importance-of-self-evaluation-in.html

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A clean and well-kept office makes a strong impression on how employees view their jobs. To get started the following tips will help you;

1. Develop a system for tracking your daily activities, such as a "things to do" list.
2. Eliminate clutter, allot time for periodic sifting and sorting: discard, give away, or sell surplus possessions.
3. Organize your office and home so everything is accessible; use active and inactive criteria for placing items.
4. Use an organizing principle for organizing your files; alphabetically, by number, color, chronologically etc.
5. For a few, a messy desk is the sign of genius. for most, a messy desk is the sign of disorganization and neglected paperwork. Budget regular time to file and clear off your desk.
6. Get into the habit of dating what you are working on so it will be easier to keep it organized. Date written material on the front or back; incorporate a date into the name of a computer file.
7. To avoid lateness, give yourself an extra 10 or 15 minutes to get to appointments.
8. If you need additional help organizing and getting rid of clutter, take a course or a seminar, hire a time management consultant, read articles or books, or watch a related video.
9. Create your own days or dates, on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, to clean off your desk, your files, your closets, or to overhaul your organizing system.
10. Have a handy the names, addresses, phone numbers and pick up schedule for charities, recycling, or resale shops that will welcome your old stuff or reading materials to get rid of your clutter.

ref: http://naijatalent..com/2016/08/10-ways-of-organizing-your-homeoffice.html

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Juzzybabe:
My dear, when you had your first interview, am sure you were not just sitting there like a robot and saying "we learn everyday". Sometimes,it can't be all about CV but your Smiling kills and ability to win the interviewer's heart just as the OP also stated. So which one is " bla bla bla" as if you didn't apply the some of the major skills as stated? If you were to coach a friend or younger on this topic,wonder if this is the advice you will give. Sometimes, CV and qualifications just can't win you the job but your social skill at the interview. That's why in a competitive environment like Nigeria,one needs to combine all these skills in order to win an interview.

God bless you

Job hunt is a very stressful aspect of one’s life; it takes motivation and being positive to get the right and dream job. Interviews usually bring tense to job seekers. The more confident you feel, the more chances of gaining the interviewer attention. Be poised and hold your head high with these useful interview tips:

1. Body Postures
Usually the mind controls all our actions and movement, but it is possible to use the body to trick the mind into feeling a certain way. Slouching or slumping and crossing your arms are all examples of closed off postures, and when we feel small, we tend to exhibit these poses. If you spend a little time opening yourself up and
exhibiting the postures of the confident, you can build a sense of assurance just by your actions. Spend several minutes practicing “power poses,” or opening yourself up, spreading your arms, walking tall, and looking the part.

2. Be audible while speaking and put a smile
If you are not audible enough while speaking, Practice deep breathing,, this will relax your diaphragm and your vocal cords, which will result in a voice with more resonance and a somewhat lower tone and more breath to give power to your speech.
I recommend adding a few singing lessons, the instructor can teach you how to use the cavities in your head to create even more resonance. Once the interview starts, it’s extremely difficult to correct our speaking problems because we may be too nervous or we just plain don’t notice them. Practice speaking your answers out loud so you can hear your voice and correct any nervous intonations, pitch problems, or pacing issues before you go to your interview.
Smiling reduces stress that your body and mind feel, almost similar to getting good sleep, according to recent studies. And smiling helps to generate more positive emotions within you. Smile often before your interview to get in the habit of doing so, and you’ll feel more comfortable offering a genuine smile while you’re greeted and when you’re being interviewed.

3. Prepare, Practice and Rehearse answers loudly
Before going for any interview invitation, you must be fully prepared. Being prepared for interview gives a feeling of confidence. You should be well-equipped, rehearse potential interview answers with a friend. “Look at the skills, experience, knowledge and personal qualities you have and think of examples showing how you developed these.
Ten Rules To Giving An Effective Talk/presentation

4. Win over your anxiety and fear
For some job seekers, nerves can be disabling. Something happens when they walk through the door of the interviewer’s office. Cold sweat trickles down the back of their knees. Their minds draw a blank when asked basic questions like, “Where do you see yourself in 10 years’ time?” or, “Why would you like to work for this company above all others?” These candidates feel like they’re back at school in front of a crowded assembly, unable to make those words pass their lips. The easiest way to combat fear is by not using excuses. Instead, you need to look for positive approaches to accomplish your goal. Don’t let fear, nerves and stage fright keep you from the job interview you want. “Sometimes nerves take over and you don’t show who you are.”


5. Dress appropriately
Before you say a single word to the interviewer, you have already made an impression based on how you’re dressed. Every company has a different dress code; how you dress at the job may have very little to do with how you dress for an interview. Dress in a manner that is professionally appropriate to the position for which you are applying. In almost all cases, this means wearing a suit. A dark-colored suit with light colored shirt is your best option.


Ref: http://naijatalent..com/2016/08/5-tips-to-boost-confidence-at-job.html

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HenryDion:
Not actually but i think a responsive theme will do the magic.

Gratitude

oladipo322:
11. Always put all smile on ur face, that makes u look much younger and health

yes laughter is very important

laykhorn:

Confusing...
Your content is in diversion with your Title.

Title should be: Ten things to improve your wellbeing/self-esteem..... Maybe.

Good tips though.

well being and self esteem are product of mental health.

Mental health is a level of psychological well-being, or an absence of mental illness. It is the psychological state of someone who is functioning at a satisfactory level of emotional and behavioral adjustment.

Try these tips to help find the right balance in your life.

1. Value yourself:
Treat yourself with kindness and respect, and avoid self-criticism. Make time for your hobbies and favorite projects, or broaden your horizons. Do a daily crossword puzzle, plant a garden, take dance lessons, learn to play an instrument or become fluent in another language.

2. Take care of your body:
Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health. Be sure to:
Eat nutritious meals
Avoid cigarettes
Drink plenty of water
Exercise, which helps decrease depression and anxiety and improve moods
Get enough sleep. Researchers believe that lack of sleep contributes to a high rate of depression in college students.
3. Surround yourself with good people:
People with strong family or social connections are generally healthier than those who lack a support network. Make plans with supportive family members and friends, or seek out activities where you can meet new people, such as a club, class or support group.

4. Give yourself:
Volunteer your time and energy to help someone else. You'll feel good about doing something tangible to help someone in need — and it's a great way to meet new people.

5. Learn how to deal with stress:
Like it or not, stress is a part of life. Practice good coping skills: Try One-Minute Stress Strategies, do Tai Chi, exercise, take a nature walk, play with your pet or try journal writing as a stress reducer. Also, remember to smile and see the humor in life. Research shows that laughter can boost your immune system, ease pain, relax your body and reduce stress.

6. Quiet your mind:
Try meditating, Mindfulness and/or prayer. Relaxation exercises and prayer can improve your state of mind and outlook on life. In fact, research shows that meditation may help you feel calm and enhance the effects of therapy.

7. Set realistic goals:
Decide what you want to achieve academically, professionally and personally, and write down the steps you need to realize your goals. Aim high, but be realistic and don't over-schedule. You'll enjoy a tremendous sense of accomplishment and self-worth as you progress toward your goal. Wellness Coaching, free to U-M students, can help you develop goals and stay on track.

8. Break up the monotony:
Although our routines make us more efficient and enhance our feelings of security and safety, a little change of pace can perk up a tedious schedule. Alter your jogging route, plan a road-trip, take a walk in a different park, hang some new pictures or try a new restaurant.

9. Avoid alcohol and other drugs:
Keep alcohol use to a minimum and avoid other drugs. Sometimes people use alcohol and other drugs to "self-medicate" but in reality, alcohol and other drugs only aggravate problems.

10. Get help when you need it:
Seeking help is a sign of strength — not a weakness. And it is important to remember that treatment is effective. People who get appropriate care can recover from mental illness and substance abuse disorders and lead full, rewarding lives.

source: http://naijatalent..com/2016/07/ten-things-you-can-do-for-your-mental.html

HenryDion:
Great content but please, work on your mobile view.

thanks. do you have any idea on mobile view settings

HenryDion:
Is hard to find Nigerian Blogs that specialize only on personal development, inspiration and motivation. Anyway, if you have any blog or have come across a cool one. Plz, drop the URL below. I wish to follow and comment in such blogs.

check this one sir. www.naijatalent..com

If you really want to do something
you will always find a way.
But if you don't want to do it,
you will find execuses.

The easiest way to combat fear is by not using excuses. Instead, you need to look for positive approaches to accomplish your goal. If you want to start a business, attend a meeting at the Better Business Bureau. Read some national magazines like "Income Opportunities" or "Spare Time." Start reading the business section of your newspaper. Gather some ideas and do a little reading before actually jumping into a business. Surely you can find some spare time to read. Also, begin associating yourself with people who are in their own business already. If you're afraid to go out and make new friends, attend local business-related seminars in your community. Start watching television shows that are related to business. You'll eventually find people to associate with who know others and you'll be the part of a new crowd - the motivating ones!


FEAR is always your enemy. Look at it this way: If you never try, FEAR wins by 100%. However, if you do try, FEAR only has a chance of winning by 50%. If you needed a place to live and only had $10 to your name would you allow FEAR to win and make you homeless? No, most of us would find a job or borrow the money to have a roof over our heads! FEAR is the root of failure, depression and lifelong problems. Are you going to let FEAR ruin your life? FEAR also will cause you to lose out on many other things in life. If you FEAR the boss at work is going to fire you _ it will naturally be on your mind day in and day out. It will eventually wear you down and you will begin making mistakes on the job. You will also get depressed and build up resentments that may have never been there in the first place. Facing FEAR head on is the best way to combat it. If you think the boss is going to fire you _ go up and ask him. It takes guts, but isn't it better than putting yourself through many months of agonizing torture? Are you full of so much FEAR to even ask him because you think it will trigger him to say "yes" when he might not have been considering it at all? Believe me asking a boss "if" they are thinking about firing you will put you in no different position than you are now. In fact _ it will have the opposite effect. The boss will more than likely respect you for your candidness and ability to face FEAR head-on. Is FEAR holding you back from a lot of things? Are you afraid to confront people and tell them how you really feel? Do you smile in their face and talk about them behind their back? What's so hard about being truthful but using tact? Doesn't it get rid of FEAR and solve many problems? Complaining is also an act that emotionally drains you and goes hand-in-hand with FEAR. In fact, FEAR is normally the root of any complaint. People don't want to admit their FEAR so they will complain to release some tension. This is a crazy merry-go-round! Instead of complaining, try to find ways to solve the problem.

source: http://naijatalent..com/2016/06/how-to-win-over-your-fears.html

enoch273:
So, you and your parents have just invested a significant amount of money for your university education. As a freshman, what can you do to make sure you get your money’s worth? How will you assure a return on your investment (ROI)?


Step 1: Get Organized

Developing a strong, structured time management routine is crucial to being successful in college. Your first semester will set the tone for your following four years. It is imperative that you establish a strong GPA that first semester because maintaining a high GPA is much easier than trying to bring up a low one.

Being organized will also keep you healthy, reduce your stress levels, and prevent fatigue.

Work on maximizing your time between the hours of 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday. Take advantage of free time between classes to work on homework, projects, career development, and exercise. This will free up your evenings and weekends for additional activities, rest, and relaxation. Then, spend a few hours at the end of your weekend to review and plan for the following week.


Step 2: Schedule Monthly Meetings With A Career Coach

Because career development is a process that takes as many semesters as your established major, scheduling career coaching appointments monthly will benefit you tremendously. Every college has a career development office. Locate it and visit your first semester. Then, establish a relationship with this office

and keep consistent appointments with a career coach. He/she will help you plan out your professional

development goals for each semester.

If you do not do this, you will not be educated on how to transition from student to professional. Would you dare wait until your final semester of college to visit your professors, attend class, and follow through with your major requirements for graduation? Of course not! So, why would you dare make the mistake of doing this with your career development?


Step 3: Engage In Your Career Development

The majority of students who fail to attend and participate in career development events do so because

they choose not to engage and prioritize this development. Again, it is imperative that students educate

themselves on how to transition from student to professional. Establish and keep consistent appointments with a career coach so you can identify professional interests, build strategies for out of classroom experiences, identify strong, mentor-based internships, and establish a strong professional brand. Learning to be professional starts freshman year, not senior year.


Step 4: Investigate Extra Curricular Activities

Once you have identified professional interests, it is time to celebrate those interests and meet others who have those same interests. This is where extra curricular activities come in. As a freshman, finding a community that celebrates these same interests will help you learn more about yourself, your goals and passions, and your interpersonal style. College provides an abundance of clubs and activities for students to choose from, so investigate these choices and participate starting your freshman year. This will set the

stage for future leadership opportunities within these clubs or activities and will help strengthen your

professional interests.


Step 5: Create Your LinkedIn Profile

Establishing a professional on line presence begins freshman year. Yes, students need to clean up their Facebook page and even lock it down, if preferred. However, the main focus freshman year, is to establish your LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn is a professional networking site every bit as relevant to first year college students as it is to seasoned professionals.

The difference is in the strategies used by freshman versus seasoned professionals. Freshman can research

alumni, learn about their majors and subsequent careers, research those careers and the companies in which they work and learn tons about the professional world. And, the career development coaches and staff can assist freshman in building their profiles and using the site strategically.



Step 6: Get A Mentor

Because your first year in college is a huge transition, it can be a tremendous help to build a relationship with someone a bit ahead of you. Someone who has recently been in your shoes, can guide you, give you advice and support you through this transition. This is where mentoring comes in. Ask the career development office if they can assist you in locating a mentor. Alumni can be fabulous mentors for freshman and a career coach can assist you in making connections with alumni through LinkedIn.



These are six easy steps to accomplish during your freshman year. Remember, you have made a significant financial investment to attend college, so follow these steps and you will be on your way to gaining a huge ROI.

Dedicated to Dr. Aria Enefo, whom gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, she believed in me.

how confortable do you feel taking credit of what you never researched for. thats plegiarism. https://www.nairaland.com/2482585/6-steps-kickstart-career-university