BEST TOOLS FOR CONTENT WRITING
Writing can be challenging but with practice you can be great. Having to write about things you don’t know about, or have little experience with, can be scary. The key is to know how to research and relate your research in writing. While trying to improve, here are some tools you can use to ace […]
BENEFITS OF HAVING A DIGITAL SKILL
The world is going digital and almost everything is done with a click. Businesses have embraced internet banking, digital sales, and marketing. Even those who run a small business have started to engage online and have no doubt been able to make sales and reach thousands of people outside their physical locality. Non-profit Organizations and […]
Business Spotlight: HELIUM HEALTH
Taking the lead in a groundbreaking innovation, Helium Health is bringing digital technology to the African healthcare system. Founded in 2006 by Nigerian Entrepreneurs, Adegoke Olubisi, Tito Ovia, and Dimeji Sofowora, this healthcare technology company has been using their flagship Electronic Medical Records/Hospital Management Information System (EMR/HMIS) product to strengthen healthcare systems in Africa –from […]
HOW TO PREPARE FOR AN INTERVIEW
One of the most exciting parts of the job-seeking process is being invited for an interview. Firstly, that means that your CV convinced them to take another look at you, and secondly, it means they are considering you for the position and you have to WOW the interviewer –with facts. How do you prepare to […]
PICKING THE RIGHT CANDIDATE IN THREE STEPS!
A lot of employers think that having a long interview process is the best way to get the right candidate but that’s actually tiring for both the recruiter and the applicants. Here are three short steps to pick the right candidate. CV Assessment Set a benchmark for what you want from a potential employee and […]
HOLDING AN ONLINE INTERVIEW: A FIVE-STEP PLAN
The lockdown situation, as a result of the coronavirus, has led to an increase in the need for online interviews as more companies are in search of remote workers. However, a lot of Nigerian companies’ HR personnel are not familiar with the procedure for having an online interview, as opposed to the standard physical one. […]
CV Highlights (For Employers)
The Curriculum Vitae aka CV is typically a representation of the candidate. It provides basic information about them, with emphasis on their capabilities as a result of education and/or experience. It also provides insight on how the person perceives himself/herself and what they can achieve. Being aware of these essential functions of a CV, it […]
Why exactly are we washing our hands?
One of the most important health campaigns since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic is the need for constantly washing our hands. It is a recommended safety measure by the WHO and national health agencies, to prevent the spread of the virus. We get that part but, how exactly does washing our hands helps us […]
How to stay motivated #Covid19
Working during the lockdown can take a huge dip into your mental health but it is very important to remain conscious and motivated! While it may be stressful to pay attention to your energy while trying to beat deadlines, you need to maintain positive energy to avoid burning out. How? Check out these tips! Focus […]
Youth Center for Research (YCR) Virtual Summer Research Program 2020
The Youth Center for Research is calling for applications from meritorious and motivated candidates for the Virtual Summer Research Program 2020. The YCR Summer Research Programme is a great opportunity to learn and grow on a personal level. It is a 6-week program that aims to break the traditional disciplinary boundaries and delve into the […]