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Ayishat Olanrewaju is a Brand & Communications Expert with over 6 years of experience helping brands communicate with their target audience both online and offline.
She’s a certified brand manager with a focus on brand strategy, professional writing, digital marketing, and digital media. She has also worked with both individuals and corporate brands locally and internationally.
Ayishat is the Founder of Corporately Lucid, a Content Marketing Agency in Africa, and African Freelancers, an Online Community of Freelancers in Africa.
She is a PhD Candidate in Media and Communications at Pan Atlantic University, Lagos.
Her articles have appeared in BellaNaija, Thrive Global, BlkWomenHustle, and so on.
In her leisure time, she loves to research and learn new things. She is married and has two lovely kids.
When it comes to personal brands, most people see a new year as a great time to either build a new brand, or refresh their old brand. This is obviously a good thing, right? However, wanting is not enough; wanting and moving with intention is what's going to make a difference.
Building a consistent personal brand is no easy feat, and consistency is what distinguishes one great personal brand from the other. Consistency is what imprints your brand in the minds of your target audience; it is what makes them recognize your brand.
As a personal branding strategist , one thing that I can tell you for sure about building a personal brand is that there is no great brand without great content. Most people want to build a quality personal brand online, but they often forget that building a personal brand is synonymous with showcasing your value and how you can help others.
People often ask me if there are some form of requirements or qualifications needed to build a personal brand online. Specifically, they want to know if they need to have a certain level of achievement, attain a specific height in their career, or first become an expert in every sense of it before making efforts to be a personal brand.
It is no longer news that personal branding is an important aspect of one's business or professional career. We however can't neglect the fact that there are so many myths surrounding the concept. So let's debunk some of these myths below: Personal branding is for those who are looking for a job This isn't always the case.
You think working on your personal brand is expensive, but have you calculated the cost of not working on it? As an online marketing strategist, I get the opportunity to work on different marketing campaigns with clients, some of which include influencer marketing campaigns.
By: Ayishat Olanrewaju Tools are an important part of being a social media manager. You can't successfully get your job done if you don't have the right tools. With the right tools and information, you get to save time, money, resources, and effort. There are a lot of great tools out there that help make...
Most people want to launch their personal brands online, but don't know how to start or what next to do. It is not enough to start a website or come up with a logo; you need to map out your brand and have a strategy in place.
Learn how to make your product photography stand out and attract your ideal audience with these useful tips.
By Ayishat Olanrewaju Sometimes whenever I hug a loved one, after feeling overwhelmed or stressed out due to something bothering me, I instantly feel relieved. Have you experienced that? I've discovered that there are common therapeutic things that we might take for granted, such as hugs. If you're under a
Two of the personal branding equations you need to have in mind is: What you think about your brand + What other people think about your brand. A brand is a perception and if the perception of those you are trying to communicate with is not in line with what you have in mind, then there is work to be done.
If you want to get your message seen or heard; you need to tell stories. Not just stories but great stories that would resonate with your target audience and move them to take a desired action. Storytelling is a powerful marketing tool that every brand needs to master.
Instagram is definitely one of the most popular social media platforms out there, with over 1 billion users worldwide. However, one of the things most people don't know is that Instagram can be a great personal branding tool, if effectively utilised.
Have you ever moved into a new place and decided to design the walls in an appealing way with picture frames? Or you wake up one day and then decide to redecorate your walls to make it more inviting?'
You can read all the time management books, ask successful people about their time management tips, try to copy how someone else works, etc.but if you don't focus on the right thing, you won't be able to achieve what you want.
Whenever anyone wants to start a business, one of the first things they are advised to do is to find a niche. In essence, this isn't only true but it is a very valid point.
Not everyone is your client so you shouldn't try to sell to everyone. This is sad but true. You simply can't market to everyone, you need to find those who are your target audience and speak their 'language'.
8 Fantastic Ways To Style Your Bookshelf For all the booklovers out there, owing a bookshelf is very crucial. We love to have our books sitting right were we can see it! We love to look at our books and enjoy the feeling of having so much to read or reread.
By Ayishat Olanrewaju Have you ever promised yourself that you would stop wasting time on social media only to find yourself on your favorite social media influencer's page, liking and commenting away again?!
Almost every business owner wants to increase their visibility online, make more sales, or even gain brand sponsorships or collaborations with other brands. Instagram has become of the platforms for brands to achieve all of the above and even more.
It is the start of a fresh year and it's that time where we all are trying to make new plans, form new habits, advance ourselves in different areas, and generally become better versions of ourselves.As a personal brand or a corporate brand, it is also the time where you set new brand goals or revamp
Have you written down your goals for 2020? How do you plan to show up in 2020? Do you plan to invest in your personal brand this year or are you still kind of considering it? You may ask, 'why do I need a personal brand?'
It is one thing to have a great product, it is another thing to know how to market the product! Likewise, having a great idea won't do much if you don't work on the idea to turn it into a great brand.
It is not everyone that will connect with your brand. Your brand is made for a group of people who you should consider as your tribe. Every brand, whether individual or corporate, needs a target audience. If you try to tailor your brand to everyone, you might actually be targeting no one in particular.
Remote work is now on the rise as more people are embracing freelancing and outsourcing their tasks to remote workers. If you are start-up founder, one of the decisions you have to make is if you want to have your team all in one physical location or if you want to have them spread across ...
Adedoyin Jaiyesimi, founder of The Sparkle Writer's Hub spoke with Ayishat Amoo on her mission to help people find expression through writing, as well as monetize their skills. Adedoyin Jaiyesimi is the Founder of The Sparkle Writer's Hub, a platform that helps people to find expression through writing and monetize their writing gift.
Whenever most of us think of self-promotion; we cringe! I used to be that person and I would pass on any chance to promote myself - I mean, why do I need to 'force' people to notice me or what I sell/
When starting a company, one of the most important questions you need to ask yourself is if you need a co-founder or not. Whenever you hear about a new start-up, it is most likely that you hear about the co-founders of the start-ups. Most people start their businesses with co-founders, some find co-founders along the ...
Digital media has gone past being an option for most businesses. This is because more and more companies and businesses are finding their potential customers as well as their customers online. When you look through online statistics today, you will realize that the stats keep showing that more and more people are online.
Branding is an essential aspect of your start-up; it is what differentiates your startup from other companies. According to Shopify, branding, "is all of the ways you establish an image of your company in your customers' eyes." Related Posts Samsung Acquires Egypt Based AI Startup KngineAs per an announcement made by Samsung Electronics to The ...
Your brand voice is how you want to sound to your target audience. It is the tone of all your communication activities as well as your style of writing. Feedough defines a Brand Voice as, "It is the uniformity in the selection of words, the attitude and values of the brand while addressing the target ...
Tips for setting up a Home Workstation The rise of freelancers, small business owners, and entrepreneurs have brought about a lot of people working from the comfort of their homes. We now see the rise of people having home workstations where they get their work done from.
The Department of Mass Communication, Caleb University Lagos, is now an institutional member of the International Association for Media and Communication Research (IAMCR), one of the few such institutional members in Nigeria This was announced by the Head of Department, Professor Nosa Owens-Ibie, at the 2nd edition of the annual End-Of-The-Session Get-Together held at theRead More
Moving up the career ladder? Just got a new job? Started your business? You need a be intentional about your personal brand. Let's do this simple exercise....type your name in your favourite search engine, and press the search button, what do you see? Do you like what you see or can it be improved upon?
We all hear this popular phrase- "You need a mentor." No matter your industry or choice of career; a mentor is a key to your success. Related Posts Why Reading This Article Won't Help You Be A Better EntrepreneurI love that I have fans. I love that all of you consume my content...
There is something about decorating your space with beautiful flowers. They give a refreshing feeling as well as an appealing look. Flowers can serve as a great interior décor piece and they could also help to improve health and mood. According to a Rutgers study, Flowers have an immediate impact on happiness.
This applies to you if you are - married, dating, or about to be married. When was the last time you went on a date with your spouse? Couples tend to not go on dates with their spouse/partner be
I remember so many shots I have missed because of lack of confidence, the same way I gained many opportunities when I was confident enough to 'give it a try'. I attended a networking event recently and I was excited at the thought of the people I would be meeting at the event.
10 Kitchen storage tips you might want to try I am always of the opinion that organization is an important aspect of productivity. When you see yourself in a cluttered and scattered environment, there is less focus and order. However, when you see yourself in a more organized space, there is focus, order, and productivity.
Some Lagosians like travelling. From traveling for parties, for business purposes, for leisure, to travelling for other reasons. However, some of us don't like travelling, or we are not simply used to travelling. And when we need to travel, part of the things we think a lot about are what to pack and what not to pack.
Research according to Wells Fargo Investment Institute shows that "Nearly half of millennials haven't started saving for retirement." Raise your hands if you are guilty of this... Truth be told, how many of us who are just starting out in our career journey think about retirement?
10 Kitchen storage tips you might want to try I am always of the opinion that organization is an important aspect of productivity. When you see yourself in a cluttered and scattered environment, there is less focus and order. However, when you see yourself in a more organized space, there is focus, order, and productivity.
Here's how to Separate Work and Personal Time When You Work at Home. How many times have you said, "finally... I'm leaving this table, I'm done with today's work", but then, you few hours later, you find yourself at your favourite workstation typing on and working?
Hospitality goes beyond mere word of mouth to actual actions, reaction, ambiance, presence. All factors that determine whether your guest would feel at home in your home or would be in a blur to finish whatever business that brings them to your home and disappear as fast as they can.
Think about your current actions and activities at your start-up and find out if you are indeed making the internet work for your business. Are you leveraging the internet or you are barely making use of it? As a startup, you can't afford, not to maximize the different opportunities the internet avail you with.
You can't do everything yourself. One of the things you need to learn early enough in business is how to delegate. Not just how to hand over the work, but how to effectively delegate. Related Posts South African P2P Lending Startup Rainfin Acquires Stake In 4AXPeer to peer lending has become an alternative source of ...
Did you know that you can give your home that luxurious feel you have always wanted without spending so much money? Affordable luxury is definitely possible and you can bring it into your home or any space of your choice.
As an entrepreneur, there is the possibility that at one point in time or another, you may need to organize corporate events for your business. It could be an exhibition, a seminar, a workshop, book launch, and so on. One of the peculiar things entrepreneurs come across when trying to organize such events is finding the right sponsors for the events.
Your logo is an important element of your brand; however, your logo is not the entirety of your brand. Your brand is much bigger than your logo; but without a befitting logo, your brand isn't complete. Do you get the drift? What is a logo?
Busy doesn't always mean productive, the same way stress doesn't always mean you are working. As an individual, stress is something you need to avoid; it isn't something that should be condoned or nurtured. Stress affects productivity and it is not the friend of anyone who wants to do productive work.
Have you ever thought of what it would be like running a business and being a new mum? You might be expecting a baby or you just gave birth to your bundle of joy and you are thinking about how you would cope with business.
One of the fears of every new mum or expectant mother is whether or not they would get their pre-baby body back after giving birth. If you have never paid attention to your body before conceiving, it is important that you start doing that now.
Don't you just love a welcoming living room? When a living room is welcoming; it has a relaxing vibe, a soothing look, and a peaceful ambience. You want a space where you can unwind, relax and enjoy alone or with your family and friends. Perfect for snuggling and lounging!
Most times we care more about our indoor furniture than our outdoor furniture. This is mostly because we forget that our outdoor furniture needs as much care as our indoor furniture. Take a look at your garden or corridor, when was the last time you cared for it?
One of the important types of Ads are sponsored Ads. With Facebook Ads, you get the opportunity of specifying who and who sees your ads...
One of the ways businesses can stand out and gain the attention of their ideal audience is by investing in the right photo editing software
Here are 10 tips for you to finally get your customers to move their items from your website cart to the point of purchase.
Need quality website traffic? Here are some of the best SEO Tips to help your e-commerce business get found by your ideal audience
Are you an African business owner? Here are the best customer retention tips and ideas for your e-commerce business in this article.
Are you an African business owner? Here are the best customer retention tips and ideas for your e-commerce business in this article.
As an event planner, you have to be a careful, detailed-oriented individual. One of the best indicators is how you set up your event planner portfolio,
Are you gaining enough brand exposure on social media? Do you know that you can achieve maximum exposure on social
Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation with your boyfriend or girlfriend but then the conversation starts to sound like: "Okay", "Yeah", "What are you doing?"... and other boring close
Imagine the cool breeze of the beach penetrating your body as you lie down on the soft beach sand...imagine how you release those stress and just sit down to breathe and enjoy the air! We all know that feeling of regret when we travel for a great vacation but forget to travel with the right [...]
With weddings come decisions. You have to decide on a lot of things; dress, venue, colours, food etc; wedding shoe (choices heels vs flats) also count.
Dear brides, do you choose just anyone to be part of your bridal train (bridesmaids) or you take careful thoughts into the selection process?
As creative people, sometimes, it is easy to think that it is okay to treat our passions like hobbies. We can treat our passions like hobbies but that means our passions might do the same as well. Just because your business hasn't grown to the heights you want, doesn't mean you should only think about it in its present state.
Here are some event planning tips for new brides. If you are a new bride working on a tight budget, then you may take the route of planning your wedding...
This is a guide on how to start an event planning business. Starting a business from home can sometimes be stressful, especially if you're trying to...
Most times we care more about our indoor furniture than our outdoor furniture. This is mostly because we forget that our outdoor furniture needs as much care as our indoor furniture. Take a look at your garden or corridor, when was the last time you cared for it?
Mothers' Day is here already and we can't help but appreciate all the wonderful mothers around the world for their impact on our lives. This is a time when most people think about wonderful and touching gifts to give their mothers and significant women in their lives.
Food, like laughter, is a universal language. Food unites us and helps us experience certain cultures, places, and ideas in taste without even having to travel to that particular country. African food is no exception. African foods are rich in taste, culture, and ingredients.
As a new mom or an expectant mom, you need all the information, tips, guidance, and resources you can get for you to have a successful parenting experience. And with these Apps, you can have all that easily! Not only that, some of these Apps can also help you with your mommy duties.
When we talk about cooking, the gender that immediately comes to mind is the female. Likewise, in a marital relationship, the woman folk is expected to know how to cook and even to cook for her family every time. This is what the societal narrative is.
Food, like laughter, is a universal language. Food unites us and helps us experience certain cultures, places, and ideas in taste without even having to travel to that particular country. African food is no exception. African foods are rich in taste, culture, and ingredients.
It is important to know that as a new mom, your wellbeing is non-negotiable and unhealthy habits can impede your wellbeing as a person. You have to consider yourself and your baby. As a breastfeeding mother, whatever affects you may sometimes have effect on your newborn.
One of the major things we all want to learn how to do is to manage our time effectively. Managing your time can help you become 10x more productive. Do you want to get more work done and take back your day? Here are 5 tools to help you do just that: Related Posts 10 ...
As a new mum, spending quality time with your baby might be challenging because of lots of activities that would take place after giving birth to your baby. So many visitors coming in and out of your home, lots of baby items to take care of, and you the mum are still trying to adjust to your new lifestyle, and so on.
BY:Ayishat Amoo According to a research by TechCrunch,in 2017, only 17% of startups have a female founder! This is such a staggering statistic. In Africa, the word 'tech' seems to be synonymous with 'boys'. There are unwritten rules that automatically fit boys into the tech space. How about the girl child?
Ayishat Amoo If you are a girl in tech, then you should know that Instagram is a social media platform that is pertinent to your tech career! Why is this? With Instagram, you have access to a lot of great content for free! From learning to inspiration, to even networking; you need Instagram.
We all love Instagram. We love the high-quality visual content and the way we are able to connect with different people and brands from all over the world in an easy fashion. There are so many ways you can use Instagram to your advantage.
Almost every creative professional at one point in time or another wants to learn how to charge their works' worth. How many times do you finish a negotiation and you feel bad because you know deep down in your heart that you haven't charged your work's worth?
Your closet is like your own personal boutique. Exclusive to you, arrayed with the special kind of attires that appeal to your taste. Your closet is like your own fashion show, every piece has a story and a unique flair to it. However, arranging your closet can sometimes be a pain.
Marketing is an Important Activity in any business. It is very simple; if you don't tell people what you do or what you are offering, they won't know about it. If they don't know about what you are offering, they won't patronize you. Now you can see how marketing is important?
Ayishat Amoo is a Christ follower, a passionate writer, an avid reader, and a graduate of mass communication. She blogs at: ayishatamoo.wordpress.com and you can follow her on Instagram @ayishat and twitter @Ayishat_A
I love me some good good decor. I mean, who doesn't? I love the way a space immediately changes with the inclusion and removal of some pieces. If you're a decor enthusiast like I am, then you will constantly look out for unique tips that can improve your space.
Engagement is the currency of social media; Engagement on Instagram is important. If you are not engaging on Instagram or getting engagement on your posts; you are leaving money on the table. In addition, did you know that Instagram now ranks a highly engaged page more than others? If there are thoughtful...
Hashtags are like filing systems that help Instagram to organize and categorize the right content and present them to the right users. Hashtags will help you gain more visibility, more likes, and more followers. It helps you easily target your ideal audience. It also helps you take part in trending discussions.
8 Fantastic Ways To Style Your Bookshelf - Elle Decor For all the booklovers out there, owing a bookshelf is very crucial. We love to have our books sitting right were we can see it! We love to look at our books and enjoy the feeling of having so much to read or reread.
I'll admit, attending events gives me the opportunity to connect with people, I have always wanted to meet. In fact, this part of networking excites me and I always look forward to it. As excited as I may be, I am also quite nervous; the thought of walking up to an actual stranger and saying hello is actually scary and sometimes I chicken out.
Photo Credit: Freepik Whenever I say things and people bluntly disagree with them, I feel a little bit down. I mean, how can I express what I truly feel and think is true, and someone else just tells me it's wrong or they don't like it? I used to fight this a lot!
As a woman in this century, one of the things that might be your concern is how to be more visible at work. How to get that opinion of yours heard, how to give quality feedbacks in meetings, how to be more outspoken, how to get yourself recognized by the right people, how to be more visible!
Tips for setting up a Home Workstation The rise of freelancers, small business owners, and entrepreneurs have brought about a lot of people working from the comfort of their homes. We now see the rise of people having home workstations where they get their work done from.
When we think about insecurities, what immediately comes to our mind is insecurities in relationships. We sometimes feel people experience insecurities only in relationships; this isn't true. We experience insecurities in other aspects of life such as work, in school, among our peers, in the society, and so on.
It's a New Year and if you are looking out for ways to get a good job this year, have you updated your Résumé? Résumés are important and they form part of the things an employer checks when employing a new employee. Your résumé is simply a compilation or summary of your educational background, work experience, skills, etc.
I must have heard the phrase, "don't take it personally" for a long while before it started to get to me. I always wonder how people expect me not to react to some things that people do or say to me that just don't cut it.
So, you want to travel but you're thinking about how best you can travel on a budget? Don't worry; this article will give you useful tips on how to do that! Some of us are working with budgets and at the same time we want to ensure that we still get to do some of the things we were doing before such as travelling.
As a parent or someone who has little siblings at home, one of the things that might cross your mind is how to make the day memorable for your kids or younger ones. There are of course different ways to do this, but one of the ways is by getting them lovely and unique gifts.
One way or the other, some of us want to make sure we are managing our finances right. You can make more money today; you can get that salary or that business contract you have been looking forward to getting all these while. However, are you managing the money you receive well?
Most of us like Instagram for one thing - the visuals, the ability to connect with people via images and thoughtful captions and cut lines that accompany them. We like the fact that we can see beautiful pictures of people, places, and things. We enjoy seeing most of the high quality images posted day in, day out.
Who doesn't like a beautiful and clear skin? Who doesn't like a skin free of blemishes? Who doesn't like to take care of their skin and get it smooth and exfoliated? Do you get the drift? Recently, I have been trying to pay more attention to my skin and take better take care of it.
Okay, I get that feeling when someone doesn't like your work, or when someone feels your work doesn't just cut it for him or her. I've had several times and occasions my craft was rejected; either directly or indirectly. Before now, a default reaction to this would be to angrily respond to criticism.
Some of us ladies like to shop; even some men like to do that as well. We like to visit boutiques and stores to get those lovely fashion pieces for ourselves, friends, and families. We enjoying purchasing items that are stylish and fashionable. I have noticed that when shopping, I sometimes spend more than by budget.
Your CV is a summary of your work, skills, experiences, and education. It shows all that you have learned, where you have worked, what you have worked on, what you can do, and some of the ways you have added value to others and their work.
Victor Ugo, 27, from Lagos, Nigeria; the founder of Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative speaks to Ayishat Amoo on how he is using social media as a tool for social advocacy. Enjoy this interview! Victor is a graduate of Medicine, and Surgery from Igbinedion University, Okada.
How you can profit from your passion. Congratulations, you have finally found your passion. You've mastered it and you are ready to profit from it! I have heard this question so many times that it is beginning to stick, 'how can one profit from his or her passion?'
Here's the thing: you can make an impact wherever you are, with whatever you have. Making impact doesn't have to be expensive or big. Don't feel you need to have x amount of cash in the bank or be popular to make an impact or provide value.
Are you tired of waking up late to work and you want to start getting to work early? Are you tired of queries or questions you receive at work due to your lateness? Are you tired of stressing yourself out so much just so you could get to work more on time?
It's the 2nd quarter of the year already and you might be thinking, 'have I been making a good use of my time this year?' 'How far have I gone with some of the things I planned to do this year?'
As a recovering shy person, networking is something I used to shy away from. Whenever I heard 'networking', I used to have mixed feelings. First; I usually feel it's a good thing, secondly; I usually feel like I'm going to be talking about myself and listening to someone and as well talk about himself/herself.
Productivity is something everyone wants to learn more about. We are all on the look out for one productivity tip or the other. At one point in time or another, we all want to learn how we can achieve more with distractions and not just be busy; but productive.
As an entrepreneur, one of the things you need to do is to market your business effectively and efficiently as you possibly can. Your brand is important, and you need to ensure that you are taking advantage of things available to you to communicate and promote your brands' product or services.
Your hair needs to grow the way it ought to grow, and one of the ways it grows the way it ought to grow is by you taking good care of it. No matter the hair texture you have or your hair type, you need to take good care of your hair.
Have you always wanted to set up your LinkedIn profile but you have been procrastinating on it or you don't know how to go about it? If yes, keep reading as I give you some tips on how to set up your LinkedIn profile. You need to know that LinkedIn is not like other social ...
I would just stop at whatever it is I wanted to say, without tying the loose ends of my correspondence or message. Then, I would write and then hit the send button and immediately close the email after ensuring that my message has been sent.
Taking good care of your hair is important, and there are some things you need to stop doing to your hair in order to allow your hair grow well and retain length. Check out these ten things to stop doing to your hair: Pulling your hair too tightly Stop it!
In this interview, Innocent, Uchenna D. spoke with Ayishat Amoo about how he makes a huge impact helping brands and businesses communicate and connect with their target audience in the digital space. Innocent, Uchenna D. is a self-motivated entrepreneurial-minded individual who started out as a Blogger and Online Publicist in 2012 when he started iDOPUB (Blog and Online Publicity Platform).
Do you keep natural hair and you want to learn how to keep your natural hair soft? One of the reasons people avoid keeping their natural hair in its natural state is because of the fear of not being able to manage their hair because they think it is too strong or too hard to handle.
When you stop complaining, you begin to see things from a whole new direction, and you broaden your horizons and you get more grateful for whatever it is you are doing or in whichever situation you find yourself. Complaining brings bitterness and stress.
Can you pack your bag like a pro? One of the things I don't like doing is packing for trips! This is because I sometimes end up packing more than my traveling bag can accommodate, or I just don't know how to figure out the best way to fit my stuff in the bag.
In this interview, Eddie Resphanto, the Co-Founder of Musicatloud, LLC who is passionate about the development of Africa, spoke to Ayishat Amoo about his journey and vision. Enjoy this interview! Meet Eddie Resphanto, 29 years old. Eddie Resphanto is the Co-Founder, Musicatloud, LLC.
Some of us think rest time is wasteful. In fact, some of us think we just need to rest within a short time and get back to that work business, or reading. The truth is, rest is important, and there are no two ways about it.
Photo Credit: Freepik So many of us finally get to the point where we realize that it is time to stop overpromising. Overpromising about things you can do, how you can help a client, how you can meet a deadline, how you can achieve the right sample shown to you, and so on.
When you stop complaining, you begin to see things from a whole new direction, and you broaden your horizons and you get more grateful for whatever it is you are doing or in whichever situation you find yourself. Complaining brings bitterness and stress.
Productivity is something everyone wants to learn more about. We are all on the look out for one productivity tip or the other. At one point in time or another, we all want to learn how we can achieve more with distractions and not just be busy; but productive.
Startups in the fashion industry are coming up, to some of us it's a new a new terrain for fashion, and we can't wait to see what creative minds will do in the space. Here are some of the fashion startups we can't possibly ignore because of their impact int he fashion industry.
Do you keep natural hair and you want to learn how to keep your natural hair soft? One of the reasons people avoid keeping their natural hair in its natural state is because of the fear of not being able to manage their hair because they think it is too strong or too hard to handle.
Father's Day 2017 comes up on Sunday 18th of June! How are preparing to surprise your father, husband, uncle, etc.? Do you need gift ideas to help you make your gift search easier? Read them below! Manicure and Pedicure Set: who wouldn't love a very functional and contemporary manicure set?
Make Dad's day This year's Father's Day celebration comes up on Sunday 18th of June. There's a lot of excitement in the air and lots of dads and dads-to-be are anticipating the remarkable day. If you are reading this article, you may be in search of a lovely gift to give your father, brother, uncle, friend, or even husband.
Some of us think rest time is wasteful. In fact, some of us think we just need to rest within a short time and get back to that work business, or reading. The truth is, rest is important, and there are no two ways about it.
Almost everyone with a smartphone and internet connection are on one social media or other social platforms; we all have one or a couple of social networks we frequently use to connect with others online. Do you know that social media can be an effective tool in helping you to promote your personal brand?
For most entrepreneurs, pitching their business seems to a very difficult task but may provide the next big break the business needs. Most entrepreneurs believe that this area should be left for the marketing department. No one likes to be under scrutiny which seems to always be the case when a pitch is being delivered.
Fashion is such a big industry that we have a whole lot of careers that can be found there. We have fashion designers, fashion stylists, pattern makers, fashion models, fashion bloggers, fashion illustrators, and so on. One of the careers we admire in the fashion industry is that of fashion illustration.
Simple Room Decoration Items you must have. What's a room without the right decoration? The right decora5 Simple Room Decoration Items you Must Have What's a room without the right decoration?
Startups are springing up everywhere. When you do a simple search online, you will be amazed at how many startups have come up between the beginning of the year and now. Think of something...cleaning your house? Doing laundry? Watching your weight? Guess what? There are apps for all these and much more.
We know that a business partnership in Nigeria is simply a legal agreement between two individuals to share the profits and liabilities of a business. They have an agreement has to how they will operate the business, who will do what, how the profit and liabilities would be shared, and so on.
Most of us have mobile phones and we use them often. However, do you know that there are some mobile phone etiquette you need to know?
We hear a lot about work-life balance, and the pursuit of achieving it in order to live a balanced life. However, not everybody can attest to having an adequate work-life balance. Sometimes, one of the things a person who just got employed will make you know is how busy they are.
As a career person, you might have to be going out early in the morning and coming back home in the afternoon, evening, or night. Sometimes, some people might feel stressed after a long day or a hectic period spent in traffic, and at such times, we need to relax our bodies.
As a professional, one of the things you need to do is have some form of record of your previous works. Whether you are a graphic designer, a writer, a web developer, a fashion designer, an architect, a stylist, etc. you need to have a portfolio.
In Nigeria, some companies participate in this celebration, and they make effort in telling their customers how they mean to them. I wouldn't know the exact number of companies that participate in this celebration, but some do. Perhaps the big companies and few other companies participate in it.
A good host or hostess makes the guests happy, welcomed and appreciated. Perhaps you have days your friends and families will come visiting you soon, and you are thinking about ways to be more hospitable, this article will give 9 tips on that: Don't be too hard on yourself: don't be too hard on yourself thinking you have to be perfect or that your house has to look a certain way.
Is your business online yet? I sometimes ask business owners this question directly or indirectly, and perhaps this is one of the very important questions you need to ask yourself at this time of huge technological advancements. There has been a growing trend of businesses going online, embracing the internet, and putting the internet into ...
Most times our work can entail sending lots emails to clients, customers, or prospective customers. However, the wrong email can be a turn off, while the right one can send the right message to the receiver of the email. Even if you are a student, an entrepreneur, or a career person; at one point in ...
Maintaining an Open Line of communication is important to the growth of an organization. An organization that allows employees and managers to contribute without being restricted is one that will adequately get inputs and feedbacks needed on things important to the organization.
Sometimes we do things without reflecting on the impact of such things. Were those things needed? Did I do that well? How should I do it next time? What ways I can improve and do this better next time? These are some of the questions to ask when taking stock of our actions.
So, you just went for an interview or some interviews, and you are thinking about doing a follow-up. Follow-ups are important, and it is important not to make some mistakes while doing an interview follow-up. Here are some follow-up mistakes you should avoid: Forgetting to say thank you: it is important to also thank the ...
As a professional, you are expected to get along well with your co-workers. As an employee you are required to work with various teams to achieve a goal. Likewise, you may not be required to work in the company of others, perhaps, you are a freelancer; but the truth is, you still need to relate with clients and customers.
I do it also; I feel somehow when it comes to talking to the other person (client, customer, etc.) about money. I feel like we shouldn't be discussing about money. I feel like somebody else should help me talk to the other person about money.
Showing appreciation to others doesn't only make the receiver glad, but it also makes us glad. When we show appreciation to someone, we make that person feel loved and valued. We recognize the good things that person has done, and commend them for it. As a business person or an employee, you can show appreciation ...
Sometimes one of the things that differentiate us from the crowd or from a group of people is our willingness to learn more, as well as our willingness to be taught. Learning doesn't stop when schooling stops, it doesn't stop the day you stop writing examinations for that professional course you signed up for, it doesn't stop the day you get that certificate, or finish those course modules online.
To some people, travelling is one of the fun things they like to do. Travelling doesn't only help us know different people and places, it helps in giving insights into other people's culture, it helps in trying out new things such as food, it helps with learning new languages, and so on.
It's January 2017 and almost every one of us has one or a couple of goals we are looking forward to achieving this New Year. Most of us have written down plans and goals for the year, and we are excited about the year.
It's January 2017 and almost every one of us has one or a couple of goals we are looking forward to achieving this New Year. Most of us have written down plans and goals for the year, and we are excited about the year.
Some of us like Keke Napeps, we like the fact that it is fast, it is most times easier for the driver to get passengers on board early enough, the fares are fair, it is sometimes faster than a 'danfo'
Lagos traffic can sometimes be tiring! I used to work at Lekki, and I live very far away from Lekki. If I don't leave home early enough to beat the traffic, I will experience huge traffic on my way to work.
Some of us like to shop, we like fashion and style, and as a Lagosian; you will know that fashion and style is one of the things some Lagosians like. Shopping is fun, but it is something that should be done with caution, and so, whenever, you are going to shop whether in the market, in a boutique, or online, there are some things to consider.
You might be researching on ways to improve the look of a plain dress, blouse, or any other kind of outfit; this article will give you easy tips on how to do that.
As a business owner, one of the things you need to do is to effectively network for your business. It is no longer news that business networking has a lot of benefits for your business, and here are some of the benefits of business networking: You have the opportunity to share best practices: when you network, you have the opportunity to share best practices in your field with others, likewise, others have the opportunity to share best practices with you also.
To some people, reading more books this year is part of their New Year resolutions. If you are someone who wants to read more books or you just want to start reading good books this year, this post is for you.
Hello, ladies, in case you are thinking of buying makeup, or you just started using makeup and you want to buy makeup, you need to ensure that you buy the right products. Whether you are a Lagosian, or you are a lady who lives in another location, the tips in this article will be useful for your makeup shopping.
Taking care of your natural hair is important for its growth. For those who just went natural, or those who are researching for tips for taking care of their natural hair, here are some useful tips for you: Moisturize your hair often: your hair needs moisture and you should moisturize your hair often.
Whether it's palazzo jeans, straight-leg jeans, etc, you need quality pairs of jeans. A pair of jeans is an essential wardrobe item, and as such, there is need to make sure you are taking care of them the right way you ought to.
In Nigeria especially, so many people are beginning to adopt this trend, and keep their natural hair free from relaxers and chemicals. What is a natural hair? A natural hair is simply a hair free of chemicals and relaxers.
As a business person or a professional, you need to ensure that you have the right kind of business or professional network. There are so many benefits of having an effective business or professional network, and here are some of them are: It can help in getting more opportunities for your business.
I love note taking, I love writing down things and making sure they are well-captured in words. I love the ability to coherently write down things in my notes. I love being able to go back to things I have written in my journals, diaries, or notepads, and remembering why I wrote them, what I ...
Do you know that there are so many fun and interesting things you can do in Lagos? Don't think that the fun and interesting things to do in Lagos are limited in number. This article will highlight 13 fun and interesting things you can do in Lagos, and here are some of them: Visit the cinemas: yeah, you probably know this one already.
Sometimes we need to ask ourselves what we are focusing on. What are those things we have firmly set our gaze on? Are we focusing on the right things or are we focusing on those things that are wrong? Are we choosing to look at the brighter picture or are we choosing to focus on the 'not-so-good' pictures?
To properly apply makeup to your face, you need to avoid some makeup mistakes. Here are some of the makeup mistakes you should avoid: Applying too much makeup: avoid applying too much makeup to your face. Applying too much makeup to the face makes one's face look somehow.
Part of your New Year resolutions might be to save more and spend less. As you may know, this might indicate that you have to watch your spending and do away with unnecessary spending. However, this does not mean that you can't still have fun.
In case you are in doubt as to some of the benefits of coconut oil or how to use that bottle of coconut oil you just purchased, here are some of the benefits of coconut oil for your body and hair.
Have you noticed that whenever you are in a commercial bus in Lagos, you see a lot of bus passengers operating their phones and scrolling through social media posts? I also do this a lot.
Communication is an important part of having and maintaining relationships. Without communication, messages and feelings won't be understood clearly by others. Sometimes what you need to do is to learn how to properly communicate how you feel to the other person.
Sometimes we feel like having fun or doing interesting things for relaxation, and sometimes during these moments what we think about is how much we would be spending to have fun or do some interesting things for relaxation.
Most Lagosians like 'owambes'. They like parties and the jollying that comes with it. They like to have fun, relax, and enjoy themselves after a work day or work week. If you are the one planning a Lagos party, you know it's a different ballgame.
From traffic to so many queues at bus stops, getting to work early as a Lagosian can sometimes be stressful. As a career-person living in Lagos, one of the things you might be familiar with is traffic. In addition, one
It's Lagos. A city synonymous with the term, 'Ówambe'. From birthdays to weddings, to naming ceremonies, house warming and even burials, the weekend of many Lagosians is set aside for parties. Sometimes one of the things that come with these
The truth is whether you braid your hair, add hair extensions to your hair, or leave your hair in its natural state; taking care of your natural hair is important. Sometimes we feel like once we have made our hair, we don't need to really take care of our hair as much as we do when don't make our hair; this shouldn't be so.
We love picnics. Picnics are one of the ways we can relax and have fun outside, whether at a park, in a field, or at the beach; with friends and families. Picnics also help to reduce stress, it is entertaining, it is another way of spending time with your friends and families.
If you are thinking of buying a product, let's say a hair product, a skin care product, an electronic device, etc.; one of the things you need to do is to research about it properly. If you don't research about a product you haven't used before or you don't know about before, you might be purchasing an ill-suited product.
And for something like a facial powder, you need to be sure of what you are buying. With that in mind, here are some things to consider when purchasing a facial powder: 1. Research: one of the important things customers do before purchasing any product or before making buying decisions is to research.
And so, I decided to conduct more research on some of the misconceptions about Africa. Africa is a big and lovely continent, and you need to know Africa and hear true stories about Africa, not misconceptions! If you haven't visited Africa, here are some things you need to know about Africa: Africa isn't a country: Africa is not a country.
Why do some bus drivers in Lagos still take their vehicles out for trips when they know that their buses have one fault or the other? This gets people stranded on the road, and depending on the kind of road it is, it can be risky for the passengers; for instance, getting stranded on an express or an overhead bridge.
Showing kindness to others makes them feel loved and appreciated. It shows that you care for them. Sometimes we get caught up in our own stuffs that we sometimes forget about showing kindness to others. Also, it is important to note that showing kindness to others doesn't have to be expensive.
Who doesn't love a well-polished leather shoe? Who doesn't want to wear a clean and carefully designed leather shoe? We know it is not enough to purchase and wear leather shoes, or shoes in general, we also need to take good care of them. Whether you are a male or female, you need to take ...
Organizing your wardrobe is one of the important things you need to do for your clothing items. An organized wardrobe means that you can easily access your clothing items, you can easily take care of your clothes, your clothes won't be squeezed, and so on.
Some Lagosians like travelling. From traveling for parties, for business purposes, for leisure, to travelling for other reasons. However, some of us don't like travelling, or we are not simply used to travelling. And when we need to travel, part of the things we think a lot about are what to pack and what not to pack.
As a man, are you thinking about unique gifts to give your wife? If yes, read on! You might be thinking about what to give your spouse that is unique and not common, and in this article, I have compiled some unique gift ideas for you.
You will notice that there are some wardrobe staples that are important in every ladies wardrobe. With those items, you can pair them with multiple clothes and match them with other types of clothes.
For those of us who have set various goals for this New Year, we all look forward to achieving our goals and achieving them at the right time. To achieve our goals, one of the things we need to do is to stay on track with our goals.
Hehe... I know you might have started thinking about some things that I could possibly write on this topic, as soon as you saw the title of this article. Yes, we all know that we need to have proper etiquette in different places we find ourselves or go.
I have heard countless stories about Lagosians and their tailors. I hear about tailors promising a specific date and then not meeting up with that date, I have heard of tailors asking for huge amount of money for their services, I hear of tailors not getting the right styles a customers asked for, even after promising they can sew the style for customers want, and so on.
Before I got to work today on Tuesday, I was stressed! I was stressed and tired, I'm glad I didn't apply powder on my face because I was sweating and if I had applied powder, the powder would have washed off.
Photo Credit: Shutterstock.com At one point in time or another, we deal with distractions; whether online or offline. I am sure you must have heard or come across several posts on getting rid of distractions. However, this article is offering you practical tips on how to get rid of distractions for good.
Recently, I noticed some things in one of my email accounts, and I wondered if I was careful enough with my email and if I have securely protected my email. I have heard a lot of stories about emails and the need to securely protect our emails properly.
Some of us have plain shoes that we would like to improve their looks to make them look more stylish. For such people, this article is for you. Even those who are just looking for a way to improve the look of an old shoe, this article will give you tips for that.
As professionals, no matter the field of endeavor we belong to, productivity is one of the important things in our work. Productivity is one of the important things needed as a professional, whether as a career person or as an entrepreneur. Being productive helps to get more work done effectively and efficiently.
As entrepreneurs, at one point in time or another, or even almost every time in your business, you have had to lead one way or the other. Leadership is important in every organization, and a leader is key to the success of an organization.
Practicing the act of taking things to God in prayers, no matter the situation, can help us a great deal. God is always there, ready to listen to us, and He is never tired of hearing from us.
I want you to know and remember that it is not too late. It is not too late to make that desired change you want to make. It is not too late to start cultivating that good habit your heart yearns for. It is not too late to start that thing God has instructed you ...
Sometimes I forget that my word counts, I forget that when I give somebody my word, I need to keep it. Keeping our words is one of the signs of having integrity. Integrity is important; in our everyday life, in business, at work, amongst your family and friends, and so on.
The advent of social media and the influx of so many technological advancements have brought a lot of opportunities for entrepreneurs, business owners, career people, and so on. As professionals, it is important we keep finding better ways of getting our brand out there, as well as catch the attention of our target audience, and ...
Teamwork, if coordinated properly, can be effective. At one point in time or the other, we get to be part of a team; it could be a team of football players, team of staff members, team of students working on an assignment, and so on.
Sometimes the need may arise to have a Skype interview with a client/prospective client or employer who might not in the same physical location with you.A Skype interview might be necessary in such situations, and in order to conduct a Skype interview, it is necessary not to look at it as just another video call, ...
Previously, I talked about how to ace a Skype interview, I gave some tips on how to prepare for a Skype interview as well as what to do and what not to do during a Skype interview. However, it is also important to note that there are times that a phone interview might also be ...
First, let's clarify some concepts. What is a digital detox? According to Oxford dictionaries, digital detox is, "A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world."
So, I woke up today feeling some kind of way, feeling a bit down and thinking about all that happened yesterday. In fact, I woke to a text message that wasn't a bit encouraging, and yet, I was telling myself, 'I am not going to be sad'.
I was a person who didn't like to talk about what or what not I should be offered or talking about reaching an agreement, especially when it's about money, on a situation. I didn't like negotiation or anything that has to do with it. The whole process of questions and answers, as well as debating ...
Let us use a fictitious example of Erick to explain this concept. Erick has a business idea and he is ready to start his business but he knows very little about the business. All he has is just a business idea for now.
It is no longer news that we now have online-based jobs springing up more than before. We now have people working more online than before. And so, as people are working more online, where is the line between working online and getting distracted online? Where does online productivity come in?
There are times when we have so much to do but very little time. In that moment, we begin to ponder on how little time we have and wonder if we could get more time added to the 24 hours which we already have in a day.
Having an outlook of 'more focus, less distractions' in our work or whatever we do, can help us in achieving more results in those things. Focus and distractions are like two different sides of the coin; when you have one, you can't have the other at the same time.
Before now, whenever I hear, 'You are presenting today', or 'you're presenting next week', my heart beats faster like I have been told to come and do something I cannot do. I used to literally run away from public speaking, I did not like public speaking.
Weddings are fun, and in Nigeria, weddings take place almost every Saturday of the week. We see the dapper groom, the elegant bride, the exquisite bridal train, the well-dressed groomsmen, and so on. Weddings are really fun, and as a Nigerian, attending a wedding is one of the fun and lovely things we do.
Here we present the 9 job search tips for job seekers. Most people don't enjoy the process of job search because of the stress of combing the internet in search of a suitable job, or because of having to go from one place to the other for possible employment opportunities, and perhaps because of the ...
Some of us had as part of our goals early this year to read more. For someone like me, I have been trying to keep up with that goal, and I still cannot say that I have followed up with it very well. The thing is, some do not have enough time to pick up ...
There have been a lot of times that I have experienced burnout. Most of those time, it's due to pressure from the work I was doing, not giving myself rest or breaks between tasks, being overwhelmed with lots of things to do, and so on.
Having focus is important in getting our work done, because distractions might lead to not getting a work done in time. Focus is simply putting our attention on a particular thing. Imagine putting your attention on so many things at the same time, how will that look like?
It's no more news that Nigerians are embracing their natural hair. This also shows that people are showing more interest in learning about their hair and how to take care of it better. Thus, for natural hair enthusiasts out there, here are some natural hair care tips that you might find useful: Stay away from harmful ingredients: Stay away from ingredients that can harm your hair.
I have had to tell myself this so many times; 'Log-out' 'Log-out'. It is not more news that social media can be distracting if we allow it to be. Neither is it any news to us that our phones can be distracting if we allow them to be.
When shopping, sometimes one of the things some people look out for is items on sales, in order to save money. However, as much as buying items on sales help to save money or follow a little budget, it is important not to waste money in the process of buying items on sales.
If we look closely at our society, there is so much noise; noise from people, from the society itself, from trends, and so on. There is so much going on in the society that if we are not careful, we can get lost in them.
From snapping pre-wedding pictures together, to attending 'owanbes' together, to matching shoes, to going on dates, to attending red carpets, we see how couples match outfits together. Sometimes we see how couples try to look fashionable and cute together through the way they match outfits together.
One of the definitions of etiquette by Dictionary.com is, "conventional requirements as to social behaviour; proprieties of conduct as established in any class or community or for any occasion." Etiquette cuts across different spheres in the society, and we have different types of etiquette such as; bathroom etiquette, social etiquette, telephone etiquette, work etiquette, etc.
Other people's attitudes shouldn't dictate how we feeling or how we act. We shouldn't base how we feel on what someone else does to us, or on how someone makes us feel, or what someone says to us or didn't say to us. How we feel or act shouldn't be dependent on how somebody else ...
Pampering yourself doesn't always have to be expensive; you don't always have to go overboard when trying to pamper yourself. Sometimes, you might need to pamper yourself but the business, busyness, and the thought of how expensive you feel pampering yourself might be, gets in the way, and you don't get to pamper yourself.
Your CV is a document that shows a prospective employee a summary of what you've done in the past, in your education and career. Your CV can help a prospective employer in making a decision about whether or not to hire you. Your CV can help a prospective employer to know your skills, your experiences, ...
Face-to-face meetings are effective and they can help to get contributions of teams or groups on the spot, as well as suggestions and corrections. It also helps to get feedback through things like body languages, and so on. Face-to-face meetings are most times better than virtual meetings or other types of meetings, however, some face-to-face ...
Perhaps you just got a 'no' from an interview you attended or you just got an email rejecting your proposal or pitch, or the investor you thought would invest in your business doesn't want to invest in your business, or someone just turned down your business proposition. This is for you, read on.
I love brooches and the beauty they add to outfits; just clip a brooch to a dull outfit; you will see an instant improvement. However, I got to find out that brooches don't only improve the looks of outfits, or hold clothes together; they can be also be used to complement or style other fashion items. ...
The mind is where people's thoughts come from; which leads to the things they believe, which leads to what they say, which also leads to the things they act. And so, what precedes what someone thinks, is the input that has entered the mind. The mind is like a storage for different thoughts; good or ...
I have had several encounters with procrastination and none of those encounters ever made me want to procrastinate again. Procrastination doesn't do any good, it leads to different things like not completing what we ought to do on time, pressure, doing work haphazardly, overwhelming ourselves with work due to piling up work, etc.
I like researching a lot and I have done a lot of research so far. I love to research about new things and learn every day. Research is a systematic way of finding out more about a phenomenon or a thing.
Speculations can be misleading because they are not based on facts. Making assumptions about situations isn't always the right thing to do because we don't actually know what the truth of the situation. Sometimes people make assumptions like, 'She doesn't like me', 'whenever he sees me, he frowns his face', 'she doesn't check on me ...
Kindness has so much effect on people; it shows them that people care about them and that there are good people in the world. Most importantly, it shows that we are Christ's; people see Christ in us. We all need kindness at one point in time, sometimes we want the receptionist to be kind to ...
Are your Schedules packed with too many things? If so, you need to modify your schedule. An overwhelmed or over-packed schedule is a plan that is too many for you to carry out within the periods they are slated for. When schedules get over-packed, there is the possibility of not doing all the things scheduled ...
You can be fashionable to your workplace. You can incorporate style to the way you dress to work to give you a stylish look.
Trusting in God completely and relying on Him always pay better than relying on our own strengths or capabilities. When we choose to rely on God and totally depend on Him, we are acknowledging that God is the only One that can do that which we need for us.
What happens when you stop learning? So many things happen. When you stop learning you stop improving, it is as simple as that. When you stop learning you stop giving yourself a chance to know more. Don't think because you just finished university or because you just bagged a Master's degree you are done learning.
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