Blog of the Week: Aguntasoolo
Aguntasolo.com is Feyi Fawehinmi’s blog. Feyi, who is fondly called “FF” and tweets via @DoubleEph, is an astute observer of life. He is a witness to happenings- both mundane and spectacular- that he believes socially conscious individuals would want to read about, and reporting for this audience is obviously something that gives him pleasure. And, […]
Who to Follow on Twitter: Foodie Tweeps
Wondering which handles to follow on Twitter this weekend? If you enjoy meals that are tasty, healthy and within reach in Nigeria, these tweeps will definitely inspire you: 1. @afrolems Bio: Educating the world on #Nigerian #Food. #Catering and Food#Blogging http://www.facebook.com/afrolems http://www.afrolems.com Toronto, Ontario · Tweets We Love -Have some time today and you are in the mood to try […]
Great Reads: Top 5 Books to Read Before You Marry
By Joy Ehonwa Engaged or thinking of getting married in the near or distant future? Here are 5 books you absolutely have to read to make sure you’re well equipped! 5. The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman Even before marriage- in dating and courtship- it is a wise person who takes the insights this […]
7 Things You Should Know About Your Husband’s Mistress
You’re probably reading this out of sheer curiosity. Otherwise, you are convinced that your husband, who you hardly see as much of as you used to, does have a mistress. He’s not a loose man, not at all the womanizing type, which actually makes this worse, because a fling or a passing fancy would have […]
Blog of the Week: Sisiyemmie.com
By Joy Ehonwa With a perfect balance of humour, wit and vital information, this blog is, simply put, a delight. If you’re interested in events, advice, rave reviews, giveaways or just delicious gist, sisiyemmie.com is the place to go. Run by renowned foodie and award-winning blogger, Sisi Yemmie, the site offers amongst other things, commentaries […]
Important Facts about the Lekki-Epe Expressway
By Joy Ehonwa Today, road users enjoy the Eti-Osa Lekki-Epe Expressway’s clean, solid multi-lane carriageways, world class bus stops, traffic lights and road signage, and while many do not like the fact that they have to pay to use it, none can deny that the commuting experience on the road is immensely improved. Indeed, it […]
7 Things Standing Between You and Your Dream Job
By Joy Ehonwa 1. Your resume is hurting you When it comes to the “objective” section of your CV, avoid a one-size-fits-all cluster of sentences. You should always tailor your objective to suit each job you’re applying for. If your resume objective has nothing to do with the position, why should the recruiting executive waste […]
Meet the Boss: Gloria Onosode, ROLLA Deli
What’s your academic background? I’m a graduate of the University of Benin. I studied Biological Sciences- Zoology, and majored in Hydrobiology. Describe your business We are a food delivery company based in the heart of Ikeja, with weekday services to offices where we serve pre-ordered food. Our customers place their order via phone […]
Great Eats: 5 Healthy Drinks to Accompany Your Meals
Experts say it is important to drink eight glasses—or about 64 ounces—of fluid every day. It aids your bowel movement, and gives you better hydration. Furthermore, it actually helps cuts down on wrinkles, too, because you hydrate your skin when you take fluids internally. Dehydration is harmful to your health, and can lead to myriad […]
5 Minutes With Steve Harris
Steve Harris, motivational speaker and bestselling author of From College Dropout to Corporate Sellout, has just written a new book, From Friend to Fiancée. We caught up with him to ask him some questions. 1. What inspired you to become an author? I’d never really thought I had anything to put down, but when I […]
Great Eats: 5 Healthy Foods for the Older Nigerian
The adage, “you are what you eat” still holds true today. Eating nutritious meals regularly, especially as you get older, will help you feel vibrant and healthy, inside and out. Here are 5 foods popular across Nigeria that are great for your health. 1. Vegetable Soup This highly nutritious soup usually contains a mix of […]
Great Reads: Top 5 Books for Marketers and Salespeople
By Joy Ehonwa Salespeople are not the only ones involved in sales. The truth is that whether we are in marketing or not, each one of us has something to sell; from goods and services to our personal brand. Consequently, how well we practice and master the art of selling determines how far we go […]
The MIT: One Simple Tip to Put an End to Wasted Days!
“How was your day?” People get asked this question very often, and the answer is usually “fine”, “terrible”, “so-so”, and on rare occasions, “great!” Many busy people are familiar with the dispiriting feeling of winding down at the end of the day without having accomplished anything significant. Yet, for most upwardly mobile, forward-thinking people, a […]
7 Vital Differences between Public Relations and Advertising
By Joy Ehonwa Fresh graduates searching for a career, and entrepreneurs trying to promote their fledgling business, often have questions about public relations and advertising. These two very different industries are frequently confused as being one and the same. The emergence of the “Public Relations and Advertising Agency” (an attempt at Integrated Marketing Communications) doesn’t […]
5 Reasons Why Your Staff Dislike You
By Joy Ehonwa 1. You don’t respect them What? I’m the boss, they should respect me! No sir, respect is reciprocal. You can’t treat employees shabbily, saying “there are many graduates out there who need jobs, so if you don’t want to work, resign!” and expect them to be enamoured with you. Name-calling is […]
Letter to My Friend, the Husband Smitten By That Girl
Dear Friend, I’ve been watching you struggle where this other woman is concerned. She came into your life at one of the toughest points in your marriage, and somehow she eased your distress at the time. Her understanding of your challenges only served to convince you that if the opportunity presented itself, you two could […]