I Tried ChatGPT

Chat GPT reminds me of those people you ask for directions that aren't sure, but in their bid to be helpful, they confidently lead you in the...

Maintaining Credibility With Your Management

HR professionals, the surest way to lose credibility with your management is by making uninformed decision at critical times. I remember...

Could Term-Time Working Be The Next Big Thing?

Could term-time working be the next big thing? Flexible work arrangements (FWA) generally refer to employment practices that allow workers...

On CVs and Biases

I saw this information on a publicised CV. It comprised a personal data section declaring personal information. Avoid information that can...

What Next? What Should You Do With Your Life?

What's the truest expression of yourself? Who are you uninterupted? If nothing stood in your way, what would you build? What activities bring...
CV Etiquette

CV Etiquette

'To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo to your CV.' I just saw these words in a job advert. Yesterday, I gave the same advice. Photos in CVs are a no no. Why? because we are dealing with humans who have biases. As a...

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Remote or On-Site

Remote or On-Site

For remote work, the emphasis should be less on how many days people should be in the office and more about what tasks are better performed with people physically present. Some tasks require individual responsibility while some tasks require collaborative effort....

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Important HR Policy Updates For Nigeria

Important HR Policy Updates For Nigeria

Employers, Employees and HR professionals. If you haven't already, please note the following HR policy updates for Nigeria. In a bid to facilitate an enabling environment for MSMEs in Nigeria, the Business Facilitation Act 2023 (Miscellaneous Provision), also known as...

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My Doctoral Pilot Study

My Doctoral Pilot Study

Today, I received the results for my doctoral programme pilot study and so happy to have passed. Many people may not know that I am a full time research scholar. Yes, in addition to all my other duties; leading a team at work, being a wife and mother to young children...

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Master’s Degree or Professional Certification

Master’s Degree or Professional Certification

Master's Degree or a Professional Certification? This is a question I have been asked 1001 times and my answer is the same yesterday, today and forever until I see a change in the curriculum of universities. Your choice should depend on what you are trying to achieve....

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FOCUS: Follow One Course Until Successful

FOCUS: Follow One Course Until Successful

I never believed in side hustles, I still don't. It's a poor strategy, especially at the start of one's career. For many, it is the reason for their mediocrity. Spreading themselves too thin. Jack of all trades, master of none. Focus on one thing and become an expert....

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How Satisfied Are You With Your Career?

How Satisfied Are You With Your Career?

On a scale of 1 to 10 how satisified are you with your career? Does your current job provide you with personal growth, fulfilment and financial stability? If you answered less than 7 to the first question or no to any part of the second question, you may be...

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Why Be Average?

Why Be Average?

''Birds of a feather flock together.' 'Show me your friends and I will tell you who you are.' I remember hearing these words growing up. Peer pressure is real, even for the leader of the pack, it's natural to compare ourselves with our peers. The average person may...

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The First Time I Painted

The First Time I Painted

The first time I painted I was about 10 years old. I was at the children's ward in a hospital in London. I was ill with malaria, admitted into hospital and had been quarantined. Yes it sounds odd to be quarantined for malaria, but there you go, life has its moments....

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