Are They Really Working? The 5 Big Concerns Leaders Have About Remote Work

A CEO once asked me: “Adora, are they really working when I can’t see them?” He’s not alone. Since I began researching remote work, I’ve had...

The Day I Pressed Send and Ran Away

It was October 2009, six months after I had resigned from my job. I wasn’t very clear on what was next, only that I craved independence and...

Passion or Paycheck

When I graduated, I didn’t follow my passion. Infact, I did the opposite, and it’s one of the best career decisions I ever made. At the time,...

Finally, a Better Way to Measure Engagement in Hybrid and Remote Teams

Traditional engagement surveys weren’t built for remote work, this framework was. If you’re still using the same engagement surveys you used...

How do you know when it’s time to change jobs?

Yesterday, someone asked me a powerful question: How do you know when it is the right time to change jobs? My answer? It often comes down to...
Every Adult Should Be a Professional

Every Adult Should Be a Professional

That every adult of working age should be a professional, is my perspective, and remains so. The world, in my view would be a much better place, if every adult found their purpose and contributed by offering the world their honed talent. Being a professional, is about...

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Reminder: Your Exit Plan

Reminder: Your Exit Plan

Some people have started this year with the same mistakes they made last year, so let me remind them. Admin Officer, Customer Service, Call Centre Operator, Teller etc etc are not professions. They are what I consider as stepping stones, entry level roles that you...

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Business Owners and Mental Health

Business Owners and Mental Health

So yesterday, I was trying to reach out to my friend, Olu, and his phone was off...I have gotten used to the fact that he's unreachable for a day or two. He does this when he needs to concentrate on some work, when he needs to retreat in order to draw up plans for his...

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Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! I don't know about you but something about the two Zeros on the year 2020 makes it look full of promise. Even if you never had a vision or plan for your life before now, this year, you must stop that break dance! 2020, will be a great year for you. Say...

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For Women, Single and Married…

For Women, Single and Married…

So I remember about 10 years ago, a friend of mine said to me, 'I really admire you and how far you have gone in your career.' She went on to say, 'look at me, I haven't even made any headway, just having babies every year.' At the time, I was about 33, I wasn't...

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Favourite Picture…

Favourite Picture…

You know why this is my favourite picture from the 7th HR Bootcamp Conference? Despite all the setbacks and challenges and yes Murphy's law was in full operation... We still delivered happiness to a lot of people. I thank you all for the opportunity....

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My 7th HR Bootcamp Highlights

My 7th HR Bootcamp Highlights

My 7th HR Bootcamp Conference Highligts! It was inclusive... Our babies were too busy being cute, no one would even know that there were a few of them. I bet no one also noticed that 2 of the exhibitors were blind. I also learned a lot about people living with...

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50 Top Personalities on LinkedIn?

50 Top Personalities on LinkedIn?

Hmmm...50 top personalities on LinkedIn? ...Let's just say...I didn't see this one coming. Grateful to be even nominated. The real stars are those who read. Many thanks to you. I don't take it forgranted at all. A lot of times, I write because it helps me declutter my...

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Three Types of Jobseekers

Three Types of Jobseekers

I really enjoyed doing this interview... Your thoughts? The Three Types of Job Seekers That We Have – An Interview with Adora Ikwuemesi December 18, 2019 | by Chinedu Junior Ihekwoaba| When you fail job interviews, don’t blame recruiters. Look into the mirror. Often...

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