Here's a thread of some lessons I have learnt from personal experiences I've had:
1. People will advise you as much as they can. Never forget that it is YOUR life and you'll bear the consequence of whatever the outcome of your decision is. Not them, YOU.
In addition to that, whenever I'm cooking the entire kitchen will be filled with the aroma of ogiri😂😂...The court ladies will start decorating their faces with Nzu and charcoal😌. And Joseon shall be called AlaUdo- because my food will bring peace😂
If I had been the one sent back in time to Joseon, I would wow Your Majesty with exquisite Igbo delicacies such as: Oha soup( la soupe de l'oha), moulded egusi soup( l'egusi du ballon), Abacha( manioc du tranches), ji mmiri oku( l'igname de l'eau chaude...
Infact, by the time I'm done the whole of Joseon would be greeting each other with "kedu"😂 and Your Majesty's name would become "Ikechukwu" . I would visit the clothing houses and have them produce 'Isiagu' for the Royal family to wear.
If you’re just finishing university in Nigeria and trying to move from $0 to. $5,000–$6,000 in a year, here’s what to do : I'm a living testimony I finished uni 2 years ago.
1. Learn a marketable skill. Something that can actually make you money online, design, marketing, automation, development, customer support, anything with global demand.
2. Stay where there’s stable electricity and internet. You’ll spend a lot on data, so plan for that. Your biggest investment right now is access.
3. Get on LinkedIn. Optimize your profile and start connecting. But don’t fill your network with only Nigerians. If you want to earn in dollars, connect internationally, especially in US states that are strong in tech and remote work. Do your research.
4. Don’t pitch. Build. As a beginner, you have no leverage yet. Don’t try to sell yourself, document your learning, show your progress, and post your journey publicly. People respect growth more than empty claims.
5. Build relationships through DMs. Don’t just send one message and disappear. Track who you’ve messaged with a Google Sheet so you can follow up, personalize, and build a genuine connection.
6. Use those relationships for freelance opportunities. If your Upwork isn’t verified yet, onboard clients from LinkedIn first. Then, once Upwork verifies you, you can use it for payments and credibility.
7. Always have a backup plan. When things get tight, you still have LinkedIn, DMs, and Upwork as your lifelines for finding opportunities.
8. Network smart. Get close to female freelancers or tech professionals, they often have stronger networks and are more open to sharing opportunities.
Broke ones will rise again.
But make LinkedIn your best friend.
In any sphere because I'm a very quick learner, adapt very easily and I'm quite good-natured so working with me is always a breath of fresh air. I currently reside in Rivers State but I'm open to opportunities outside the State and country😊.
About two months ago, I successfully served my country😅. This is me putting myself out there because why not?? ...
My name is Favour, and I'm an excellent writer, Customer service representative, and do a very fine job of an administrative assistant.
I'm open to opportunities
I’ve scheduled a 30-min online session to guide applicants on the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
Sunday, 5 October
4:00 – 6:00 PM (West Africa/Lagos)
Google Meet: https://t.co/nUsOz6IucE
We’ll cover:
- Program overview
- Finding the right program
- Application steps
- Q&A
First Step:
Identify 5 influential figures in your field. Who are the experts or thought leaders in your industry? Find 5 of them.
Second Step:
Optimize your profile, whether it's on Twitter, LinkedIn, or another platform. Remove any irrelevant information and ensure your profile accurately represents your expertise and interests.
Third Step:
Engage with their content by leaving valuable comments on their posts.
Aim to leave at least 10 meaningful comments per week.
Avoid promoting yourself or soliciting job opportunities; instead, focus on adding value to the conversation.
Fourth Step:
Share your projects or learning experiences publicly. Share something you've built or are currently learning about three times a week.
This could be through blog posts, social media updates, or other channels.
Fifth Step:
Consistently follow the above steps for four weeks without interruption.
By consistently engaging with influencers, sharing your work, and optimizing your profile, you'll attract more attention to your profile or portfolio.
Would you do it?
Day 1 of the Laptops Giveaway 💻
We’re kicking things off and plan to keep it going every week.
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📹 “How to Apply” post drops today
🔁 RT & comment if you need a laptop.