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Read This: To all those feeling depressed, to all those who feel Examination Grades are the ultimate, here's for you..
Right now, There is a kid finishing parents' evening in a heated discussion with his mother Saying, why does he have to study subjects he will never ever use in his life? And she will look at him blanked eyed, stifle a sigh, think for a second and then lie She'll say something along the lines of: "You know to get a good job, you need a good degree and these subjects will help you get a degree, we never had this opportunity when I was younger". And he will reply: "But you were young a long time ago, weren't you mum?" And she won't respond although what he implies makes perfect sense that societies needs would have changed since he was 16 But she will ignore him, grip his hand more sternly and drag him to the car What she doesn't know is that she didn't ignore him just to shut him up She didn't lie because they are just returning him from parents' evening And an argument in the hallway would look bad on her resume She won't lie because she had just spent the last one hour convincing a stern face teacher that she would ensure that her child studies more at home No! She will lie simply, because she does not know any better herself Although all her adult life, she has never used or applied Pythagorean theorem, Pathetic fallacy, and does not know the value of "X" She will rely society to tell her child who has one of the sharpest mind in the school, is hyperactive, unfocused, easily distracted and wayward
Students! How many equations, subjects and dates did you memorize just before an exam never to use again? How many "A" grades did you get, which were never asked for when applying for a job? How many times have you remembered something 5 minutes just after the teacher said: "Stop writing" Only to receive your results a month later to realize that you were only 1 mark short of the top grade? Does that mean remembering 5 minutes earlier would've made you more qualified for a particular job? Well, on an application form it would have We all have different abilities, thought processes, experiences and genes So why is a class full of individuals tested by the same means? So that means Cherrelle thinks she's dumb, because she couldn't do a couple sums And if this issue is not addressed properly, it then becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy Then every school has the audacity to have policy on equality Huh, the irony!
Exams are society's methods of telling you what you're worth But you can't let society tell you what you are Cause this is the same society that tells you that abortion is wrong, but then looks down on teenage parents! The same society that sells products to promote nature hair, looks and smooth complexion with the model on the box, half photoshopped, and has fake lashes and hair extensions With pastors that preach charity, but own private jets Imams that preach against greed, but are all fat Parents that say they want "educated kids" but constantly marvel at how rich Richard Branson is Governments, that preach peace, but endorse war, that say they believe so much in the importance of higher education and further learning Then why increase tuition fees every single year? I believed Miss Jefferson when she took me into the office, said that my exams would be imperative to my success Because we were taught to always follow when Miss Jefferson led Then I took Jefferson out of the equation and learned to think for myself I realized, we were always taught to follow when misled Huh, the irony!
Test us with tests, but the finals are never final Because they never prepare us for the biggest test which is survival! And what I suggest is fairly outlandish So I don't expect everyone to understand this Except for the kid that knows what it feels like to be worth no more than that D or that A that you get on results day And the ones whose best stories were never good enough for your English teacher Because apparently you missed out key literal techniques Did not follow the class plan, And the language was too "informal" for him to understand But then he'd reference Hamlet and Macbeth And you'd fight the urge to express your contempt by partially clenching your fist with only your medius finger left protruding in the middle of your hand And asking if he was aware that Shakespeare was known as the innovator of slang Or the kid at the back of the class who thinks: "Why am I studying something that doesn't fuel my drive?" But when confronted with a maths problem his eyes come alive
So this one is for my generation, the ones who found what they were looking for on Google, This one's for my "failures" and "dropouts", for my unemployed graduates, my shop assistants, cleaners and cashiers with bigger dreams, My self-employed entrepreneurs, my world-changers and my dream-chasers! Cause the purpose of "Why I hate school, but love education" was not to initiate a worldwide debate, But to let them know that whether 72 or 88, 44 or 68, We will not let exam results decide our fate
Read This: I Will Not Let An Exam Result Decide My Fate
Right now, There is a kid finishing parents' evening in a heated discussion with his mother Saying, why does he have to study subjects he will never ever use in his life? And she will look at him blanked eyed, stifle a sigh, think for a second and then lie She'll say something along the lines of: "You know to get a good job, you need a good degree and these subjects will help you get a degree, we never had this opportunity when I was younger". And he will reply: "But you were young a long time ago, weren't you mum?" And she won't respond although what he implies makes perfect sense that societies needs would have changed since he was 16 But she will ignore him, grip his hand more sternly and drag him to the car What she doesn't know is that she didn't ignore him just to shut him up She didn't lie because they are just returning him from parents' evening And an argument in the hallway would look bad on her resume She won't lie because she had just spent the last one hour convincing a stern face teacher that she would ensure that her child studies more at home No! She will lie simply, because she does not know any better herself Although all her adult life, she has never used or applied Pythagorean theorem, Pathetic fallacy, and does not know the value of "X" She will rely society to tell her child who has one of the sharpest mind in the school, is hyperactive, unfocused, easily distracted and wayward
Students! How many equations, subjects and dates did you memorize just before an exam never to use again? How many "A" grades did you get, which were never asked for when applying for a job? How many times have you remembered something 5 minutes just after the teacher said: "Stop writing" Only to receive your results a month later to realize that you were only 1 mark short of the top grade? Does that mean remembering 5 minutes earlier would've made you more qualified for a particular job? Well, on an application form it would have We all have different abilities, thought processes, experiences and genes So why is a class full of individuals tested by the same means? So that means Cherrelle thinks she's dumb, because she couldn't do a couple sums And if this issue is not addressed properly, it then becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy Then every school has the audacity to have policy on equality Huh, the irony!
Exams are society's methods of telling you what you're worth But you can't let society tell you what you are Cause this is the same society that tells you that abortion is wrong, but then looks down on teenage parents! The same society that sells products to promote nature hair, looks and smooth complexion with the model on the box, half photoshopped, and has fake lashes and hair extensions With pastors that preach charity, but own private jets Imams that preach against greed, but are all fat Parents that say they want "educated kids" but constantly marvel at how rich Richard Branson is Governments, that preach peace, but endorse war, that say they believe so much in the importance of higher education and further learning Then why increase tuition fees every single year? I believed Miss Jefferson when she took me into the office, said that my exams would be imperative to my success Because we were taught to always follow when Miss Jefferson led Then I took Jefferson out of the equation and learned to think for myself I realized, we were always taught to follow when misled Huh, the irony!
Test us with tests, but the finals are never final Because they never prepare us for the biggest test which is survival! And what I suggest is fairly outlandish So I don't expect everyone to understand this Except for the kid that knows what it feels like to be worth no more than that D or that A that you get on results day And the ones whose best stories were never good enough for your English teacher Because apparently you missed out key literal techniques Did not follow the class plan, And the language was too "informal" for him to understand But then he'd reference Hamlet and Macbeth And you'd fight the urge to express your contempt by partially clenching your fist with only your medius finger left protruding in the middle of your hand And asking if he was aware that Shakespeare was known as the innovator of slang Or the kid at the back of the class who thinks: "Why am I studying something that doesn't fuel my drive?" But when confronted with a maths problem his eyes come alive
So this one is for my generation, the ones who found what they were looking for on Google, This one's for my "failures" and "dropouts", for my unemployed graduates, my shop assistants, cleaners and cashiers with bigger dreams, My self-employed entrepreneurs, my world-changers and my dream-chasers! Cause the purpose of "Why I hate school, but love education" was not to initiate a worldwide debate, But to let them know that whether 72 or 88, 44 or 68, We will not let exam results decide our fate
importexpert: First of all let me start by mentioning a few things. This is NOT a guide to making fast money, and I am NOT one of those internet marketers that preach what they dont do.If you are looking to make some quick Naira, this is not the thread for you. This thread is focused on those who are trying to create a sustainable business/career out of Internet marketing. I have compiled some of the more prominent lessons that I learned in Internet marketing. Hopefully they can help some people. Here we go (These are posted in no particular order of importance):
1. Stop complaining. – Honestly, I hate even having to mention this, but I see so many “whiners” far too often. Only you are accountable for you, and nobody cares about your income besides you: simple as that. Blaming Google, and others for your problems will get you nowhere. Be productive and bounce back from hits, no matter how hard they may be. Every business takes a hit, and no one is successful 100% of the time. Dealing with failures appropriately is just as important as becoming successful. There is nothing more annoying then someone who cannot take accountability.
2. Diversify – I don’t mean this in terms of SEO diversification. I mean this in terms of how you are making money. If all of your money comes from AdSense (or some other revenue stream), you have a higher chance of getting hit then if you have multiple revenue streams. Use multiple monetization methods, marketing methods, and conversion methods.
3. Treat Internet Marketing as a Business – This one is huge. I see so many people who are just trying to make a quick buck on the Internet, and forget that Internet marketing is actually a business, and should be treated as such. Make sure you are creating sustainable business plans. Creating a business plan that consistently brings in N200000 a month is far more valuable then following a method that brings in N500000 one month, and 0 naira the next. Here are some sub points:
Be professional – Professionalism is key in business. I don’t care if you are dealing with someone from Fiverr or a multi-thousand dollar client: be professional about it. You are building your reputation and others will pick up on your etiquette.
Proper methods of contact – Skype – You will NEED to make a Skype if you want to be dealing with other people. Skype has become an industry standard for global communication in this industry. Professional Email Address – Use an email address that sounds professional. If your email address is “gangbanger69@gmail.com” you WILL lose respect from your colleagues, and it will hold you back. Use something simple and professional.
2. Sustainability: Think about the future – Where will your business be next year? If you don’t know, then think about it. Businesses that fail to plan years in advance will always fail. Period. Create plans that will stand the test of time. Try to outsource your plans in order to free up your time so you can focus on new plans.
3. Define your goals – It is impossible to accomplish anything if you don’t know what you have set out to do. In fact, this is where a lot of huge companies fail. Set goals that you can reach so that you know what you are working for.
4. Create plans/Get organized – Organization in business is crucial. Clearly define your business plans. Personally, I recommend writing them out so you can see what they look like on paper. Of course, you will need to modify these goals and make changes as time goes by (known in business as “controlling”)
5. Track your progress – Of course, this part comes after you set goals, and create business plans. I also mean this in a technical way. Make sure you know where all of your money is coming from and why. That is the only way you will be able to make educated decisions. Create tracking systems that allow you to monitor the progress of your work. Google Analytics is very popular for tracking website traffic. Set up subids when creating campaigns for CPA/affiliate offers. If you don’t know exactly where all of your money is coming from, chances are, you are wasting a lot of time.
4. Think for yourself – While it is great to learn from others, you really need to think things over for yourself. Remember, this is the Internet, and anyone can say anything. Just because someone has a lot of rep on nairaland, does not mean that they are a reputable person in real life. In fact, a lot of the biggest moneymakers have low rep because they are out making money instead of posting on forums. take akin alabi as an example. he is making a lot of legitimate income online but his NL profile is nothing to write home about. When reading a method, think if it will actually work. Just because something works on paper, does not mean it will convert in real life. Also, keep in mind, that no one is giving away their best methods, so you will have to create your own methods to get the real money. Learn from others, but don’t count on them to make you successful. This leads to some other sub points:
1 Be careful as to who you work with – Once again, anyone can talk a high game. If you have learned anything from IM, you should know that you can say anything on the Internet. After all, when you make an affiliate site glorifying a new diet product, do you really have any credibility? Have you even tried the product? No, but you hype it up to sell it. So, think really hard about who you work with and why. Do they bring something to the table that you can’t? Will you make more money working with them then you would without? Is the person a reliable business partner?
2. Play your strengths – Not everyone is good at everything. Learn what you are good at and improve that skill over time. It is also important to recognize your weaknesses. You can turn these weaknesses into strengths by outsourcing, or compiling a team of specialists.
5. Don’t quit – IM takes a lot of hard work. Whoever told you that you could make a quick and easy buck was lying. That being said, you really can make a lot of money with hard work and dedication. The key is just sticking with it. When I started, I worked WAY harder to make smaller sums of money, than I do now to make bigger sums. You WILL get the hang of things, and ANYONE can make good money if they have the drive. Think about it; if other people can be successful in Internet marketing, why can’t you? Don’t count your money until it is in your pocket – A big downside to a lot of Internet companies (CPA, AdSense, Affiliate etc.) is that they can be flaky, or terrible with payments. Some CPA companies don’t end up sending your checks and AdSense will often lower your finalized payments. I’ve had AdSense finalized earnings come in almost $1000 lower then what was estimated. My advice is to only count money that you have been paid. Don’t start spending money that you don’t have. Until you receive a check/payment, revenue streams are just numbers on a computer screen. It is unfortunate, but it is reality. 6. Adapt – Business is constantly changing, and you WILL need to adapt. This could include adapting to a new Google update, or learning how to market on a new social network. The sooner you adapt to changes, the more successful you will become. The first people to market on social networks like Pinterest and Instagram were the people who were making the big bucks. Similarly, those who found out how to rank after the Penguin update were well off as well.
7. Focus on one project at a time until it is successful – When most people enter the world of Internet marketing, they will try out tons of methods. This is okay. I actually believe that this is a great way to start learning about the different areas of IM, and to see what your strengths are. However, after exploring some different areas for a bit, it is important that you settle on one project. Focus all of your efforts on making that project successful before moving to the next one. To this day, I still have so many half-completed projects that were a waste of both time and money.
8. Reinvest your profits – Business is not about making a quick buck so you can live a lavish lifestyle. You need to invest in the future of your company/business. Reinvest your money into scaling and new ventures. Sure you can buy a fancy car, but what if you spent that money on scaling your ideas? You could have enough to buy multiple cars in a year. I am not saying to never spend your money, but I am saying to continue investing in your business. Just because you make a lot of money, doesn’t mean you need to spend a lot of money. Trust me, I know it is tempting to spend a lot of money when you first start generating profits, but reinvesting will pay off much more in the long run. This leads to a very prominent sub point:
1. Scale – If you have a great idea that is making money, scale it until you maximize it’s potential. If you are making $1000 a month with a method, increase productivity and make $2000 the next month. Scaling is by far one of the best ways to make money in Internet marketing. Simply put, stick with what works, and keep doing it until its potential has peaked.
10. The best way to learn is to do – Reading methods is great, especially when you are starting off. It is great to learn about IM before diving in. That being said, the best way to actually start learning is to start doing. Start trying methods and getting your feet wet. The lessons you learn from this will be far more valuable to you in the long run. Here are some quick sub points:
1. There is nothing wrong with making mistakes – Mistakes are great because they show you what not to do. A lot of people become scared of failure, but when you fail, you just narrowed out one thing that does not work. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes. Just don’t make the same mistakes twice.
2. Don’t be afraid to spend money – This is business. I know I keep stressing that point, but it is true. In business, you have to spend money to make money. If I asked you for $10,000 and told you I would give you $20,000 in a few months, would you do it? Of course! That is a great return. It takes money to make money. The point is as simple as that. Be smart about your spending, but don’t be stingy. You never know what investment will be the one to make you big money. Don’t be afraid to spend money on things that will advance your business and increase productivity.
i pray that somebody, somewhere, sometime, someday will learn from this. lets have the conversation running.
vooks: Christ prophecies were Christ enteric. They pointed towards the incarnation and they lasted THOUSANDS of years right from Genesis. Only a fool would compare gem to this.
What VALUE does this 'prophecy' add to anyone?
Idi0t, do you know how easy it is to predict an attack of ANY KIND in any country? That's as predictable as predicting Buhari will die one day
I don't involve in senseless online argument with ingrates like you ..
In the bible, Revelation is a prophesy that predicts doom, but still till dad it hasn't happened .. Why won't yu criticise John for prophesying doom huh? Even Christ was rejected by his own people okay
Get a life bro if you don't have one. I could share you know..
Sunglass20: If you watch Emmanuel Tv, of course you will have heard it last year. Now when such prophecies are given, He still calls or write the Nation involved and warn them. If they are concerned, should they not have kept in touch with the Prophet to make sure things were monitored spiritually? Prophet always tells us that most times, prophecies like this are always given when he has prayed and God says He needs the efforts of the people to to agree in faith with him. Now, about seeing the collapse of the SCOAN building, Of course he saw it, but Jesus who saw His own dead too couldnt do anything about it because it was the will of the Father. Prophecies at times come to pass immediately, most times, in the future. So a prophet shouldnt prophecy bad things? If you can't foresee danger for your people and warn them before hand to take precautions, please such a prophet should not prophet me. Its just like men of God who always prophecy breakthroughs and prosperity. Let's tell ourselves the truth mehn... Even brother Jesus lived a tough and rough life. What I learn from these confirmatIons of prophecies is that Prophet TB Joshua's prophecies especially the bad ones shouldn't be treated lightly. Since we already know they are always coming to pass, we must then act. Its just like someone giving you a prophecy that please if u travel next week, the road is not safe, you are likely to die, please we need to fast and pray. You this person looks at this prophet and his warning as a waste of time, you expect this prophet to begin to run after you begging you to fast and pray? Hell no. If you still travel and something bad happens and the prophet comes out to say I warned you, he becomes a prophet of doom right? God didn't seek our permission to create us, but He needs our agreement to save us! And before I forget, I am a product of His good prophecies. EMMANUEL!
I second your post..
I can't believe some Christians are shouting 2years, when has prophesy become time based..
In their bible the prophesy about Christ came about 7centuries before his birth..