4 Powerful Tips to Help You Stay Calm During Stressful Situations
NigeriaDecides2015 has come and gone; winners have been announced, losers have conceded, but one person most Nigerians will not forget is Professor Attahiru Jega. Aside his role as the umpire, many have come to see him as calmness personified because of the way he handled the televised tantrums of Elder G. Orubebe at the final […]
Top 7 Nigerian Musicians with Over 1 Million Twitter Followers
Social media has had a tremendous impact on entertainment business in general. It has increased awareness and visibility for many brands, even outside entertainment. In Nigeria, most top musicians push past traditional media to build a tremendous fan base and extend awareness of their brands through social media. The most popular right now is Twitter […]
5 Ways to Handle Criticism in the Workplace
The ability to handle criticism and grow from it – especially in the workplace – is a very important aspect of success. Criticism is defined as the expression of disapproval of someone or something based on perceived faults or mistakes. It is common to meet people who attach a blanket negative connotation to the word “criticism” […]
How to Choose the Perfect Tie
Not all men wear a tie all the time, but when you wear one, it shouldn’t be a novelty piece or just a piece of your costume deemed solely as a compliment to your suit or dress shirt. It’s meant to speak to the rest of your outfit, not stand apart from or clash with […]
3 Amazing Nigerian Heroines that Made Us Proud
Last week, we looked at five Nigerians who were all firsts in Nigeria or Africa in various endeavours of life. Today, we are going to meet three women who blazed the trail in their respective professions. 1. MRS SADE THOMAS-FAHM (NIGERIA’S FIRST FASHION DESIGNER) Chief (Mrs.) Victoria Folashade Thomas-Fahm is Nigeria’s first fashion designer […]
How Not to Tuck in Your Shirt
Last week, we discussed “When to Tuck in Your Shirt” but in the quest to look smart and formal, some of us make elementary mistakes while tucking in our shirts. Here are 4 ways not to tuck in your shirt: 1. NEVER IN YOUR UNDERWEAR I have seen some guys who tuck in their shirts into their inner […]
Interesting Facts About 5 Nigerian Heroes and Heroines
Men and women who by their talent, skill, hard work and commitment have made Nigeria proud, have been honoured in several ways, inspiring others to do more. But how much do you really know about our heroes and heroines? Here are a few interesting facts about 5 of them: 1. PROFESSOR WOLE SOYINKA (FIRST AFRICAN NOBEL […]
Leadership Skills: 5 Ways to Boost Your Emotional Intelligence
Yesterday, we looked at the difference between IQ (Intelligence Quotient) and EQ (Emotional Quotient) and how having a high IQ does not guarantee a high EQ. Unlike IQ – which remains relatively constant throughout your life – EQ can be developed over time. Here are 5 ways you can boost your EQ: 1. TAP INTO […]
Leadership Skills: Emotional Intelligence VS Intelligence Quotient
When it comes to success in life and business, ‘emotional intelligence’ (EQ) matters just as much as – if not more than- ‘intellectual ability’ often referred to as Intelligence Quotient (IQ). Most of us are familiar with the term ‘IQ’ which is a score received from standardized assessments designed to test intelligence. It relates directly […]
When to Tuck in Your Shirt
Most male shirts are designed to be worn tucked in properly while some are designed to be worn un-tucked. If you decide to tuck in a shirt, you want to make sure the shirt has the proper fit and the length is right for you; having at least two inches extra, so that whenever you […]
Calabar: The Perfect Destination for Your Easter Holiday
Easter is one of the most festive events among Christians worldwide. It commemorates Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection, as believed by Christians. This year’s Easter falls on the first weekend in the month of April as Easter Sunday is on Sunday, April 5, 2015. One thing out of many things Nigerians do a lot at […]
4 Pitfalls to Avoid as a Start-Up Entrepreneur
We know that a significant percentage of new businesses do fail, even when failure is the last thing anyone wants to focus on when starting up as an entrepreneur. However, having these common pitfalls in mind will enable you to prepare against them and build your business faster. 1. STARTING FOR THE WRONG REASONS If […]
4 Tips to Help You Become Likable
There is a misconception that you are only likable when you are good looking, incredibly talented and fiercely social. A lot of people have actually succumbed to this misconception and they go out thinking people will like everything about them just because they possess some talent or they look good. While people might like you […]
Titles of Traditional Monarchs in Yorubaland You Should Know (Part 2)
Last week, I discussed the sacredness of the office and person of the Oba in pre-colonial times as well as the titles of traditional monarchs in Yorubaland and how they were derived. If you didn’t read part 1, click here to read it before you read this. Today, I will mention three more titles of […]
Titles of Traditional Monarchs in Yorubaland You Should Know
The Oba’s office and person in a traditional Yoruba setting was and still is sacred. During the pre-colonial era, the Oba was the priest and protector of his people, and the people naturally wished to live in his shadow. The titles of the Obas were usually derived from the name of their towns, for example, […]
Why Is Talent Never Enough?
Talent and skill are often misunderstood by many people. Some talented people erroneously believe they will get to the top on account of their talent alone and many people who have potential for success consider themselves ‘talentless’ and have admitted defeat even before they try. What is talent and what makes it different from skill? […]