Monday Motivation: 20 Quotes To Help You Live A Life Of Purpose
When we live with a sense of purpose, we’re better able to tap into the joys of everyday experience. We can place these events within a greater frame, a grand story of our lives that can only get better. Read more about Monday Motivation This approach to living allows us to set targets, aim […]
Monday Motivation: 25 Quotes To Inspire You On Your Journey To Success
The journey to success can be intimidating, especially when we realise we have many challenges to face, mistakes to makes, and lessons to learn from them. But we can learn to love this process and remember that each step we take draws us closer to greatness. Read more about Monday Motivation May these quotes […]
Nigerian Food Proverbs and their Meanings (Part 1)
The proverb is an integral aspect of culture. It is drawn from a variety of sources and it is utilized to express wisdom, illustrate an idea, and teach life lessons. Some proverbs are drawn from food. This is largely because food is central to life and a reflection of the people. In a multi-ethnic country […]
The Suit As A Style Metaphor
“Like every good man, I strive for perfection, and, like every ordinary man , I have found that perfection is out of reach – but not the perfect suit” — Edward Tivnan Since the early 19th century (long before Savile Row tailors started to strut their stuff in England), the men’s business suit has undergone […]
All About The Children: Quotes
Children are the most valuable assets of every society. Whether you have them or you’re yet to, we all must agree that they’re a pure joy. Here are a few quotes to help keep them in our minds this beautiful children’s day: “We worry about what a child will become tomorrow, yet we forget that […]
10 Unforgettable Quotes By Sir Roger Moore
Roger Moore, the iconic actor who played James Bond in 7 movies, dies on Tuesday 24th May 2017 in Switzerland. As a tribute we’ve put together 10 of his quotes which we think are unforgettable. “I enjoy being a highly overpaid actor.” “I didn’t learn the alphabet until I was 11.” “Not many […]
18 Interesting Quotes on Technology
1. [infobox maintitle=”There will come a time when it isn’t ‘They are spying on me through my phone anymore. Eventually, it will be ‘My phone is spying on me’. ” subtitle=”~Philip K. Dick” bg=”red” color=”black” opacity=”off” space=”30″ link=”no link”] 2. [infobox maintitle=”All this modern technology just makes people try to do everything at once. ” subtitle=”~Bill […]
20 Humorous Quotes about Cooking and Eating
1. [infobox maintitle=”One of the very nicest things about life is the way we must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating.” subtitle=” ~ Luciano Pavarotti” bg=”teal” color=”black” opacity=”off” space=”30″ link=”no link”] 2. [infobox maintitle=”If God had intended for us to follow recipes, he wouldn’t have given us grandmothers. […]
20 Fascinating Proverbs from Chinua Achebe’s Works
One of the fascinating things about reading Prof. Chinua Achebe’s novels as a non-Igbo youngster was the way he peppered the book with proverbs – the palm oil with which words are eaten, according to him. Here are just 20 of the many proverbs his books presented to the world: 1. “Whatever tune you play in […]
10 Waking Sense Quotes by Okechukwu Ofili
Don’t be killed by your intelligence yet. To wake or make sense is albeit sensible. From analysis to writing, here are ten quotes by one of Nigeria’s most radical authors, Okechukwu Ofili. On Analysis [infobox maintitle=”An over-analytical mindset can paralyze individuals when it comes to making decisions. ” subtitle=”from How Stupidity Saved My Life” bg=”gray” […]
Seven Great Quotes from Renowned Entrepreneurs (and Others) on Passion-Driven Work and Not Giving Up
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20 Inspiring Quotes From Writers About Writing
Much has been said about the power and pleasure of reading, and not nearly enough about writing. Without writers there would be no books to read or rave about, but how much do we know about the writing process and what goes on in the minds of writers, be they novelists, journalists, or just people […]
20 Interesting Quotes on the Power and Pleasure of Reading
Reading has the power to change lives. It is one medium by which we listen to people we’ve never met and may never meet, learn from them, gain insight into others’ experiences and travel the world without whipping out a passport. Here are 20 quotes from people who have experienced the power and pleasure of […]
20 Best Loved Shakespeare Quotes
For someone who loves books and loves quotes, there are few things more delightful than quotes from books. From quotes expressing the many sides of love, bravery, and cowardice, to quotes about decision-making, leadership and power tussles, there’s a Shakespeare quote for everything. Here are 20 of the countless quotes that readers of Shakespeare have […]
Monday Motivation: “Just Do It”
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13 Quotes Nigerian Entrepreneurs Love
Looking for motivation as a business person? We asked some Nigerian entrepreneurs about the quotes that inspire them, and we’re bringing you their responses. Whether you’ve been in business for a while or you’re just starting out, these quotes are sure to inspire you to entrepreneurial excellence. Ogochukwu Agu, Beddings ‘n’ Beyond (www.beddingsnbeyond.com) “When one […]