“If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants.” That was Isaac Newton’s assertion about the beauty of mentee and mentor’s relationship. I have written about the tips about mentoring here. One of the best gifts we could ever have in life is people. It has been my major blessing …
There has been an increase in the awareness of the place of mentor in success pursuit. The talk about mentoring is so rife that it seems out of vogue not to participate in the rush for mentoring. Before you decide to join the race for asking someone to mentor you, here are few tips I …
Why certificate is not enough Education is the key was the mantra until the lock was changed. The euphoria of graduation soon fades when the certificate is hanging in the house with no job. Now, things are different with the daily increase in the number of graduates but fewer jobs to feed the labour market. …
5 benefits of service When it comes to giving, the popular saying is, “it is more blessed to give than to receive”. In the bid to serve others or the community, we are giving for the common good or the good of a few people. Whichever way you see it, as you give to make …
How to Engage Online It was the summer of 2018, a young lady had just secured an internship position with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). She was so excited that she took to the social media to tweet, “EVERYONE SHUT THE F**K UP I GOT ACCEPTED FOR A NASA INTERNSHIP”. Someone commented on …
Who is your friend? Here was I immersed into the series of videos I got from a friend. Something was happening to my mind as I watched the speaker dissect certain issues. Suddenly, a flash of memories flooded my mind. I remembered how I got the video series. It was through a mutual friend I …
The global lockdown has shown us the privilege of freedom. Up until now, it was no big deal going to work, socializing and traveling but the world is changing to what we are yet to decipher. One reality of the lockdown is the emotional drain most people are experiencing. It gives a feeling of confinement …
I remember in 1999 when I had to care for a lad, who came down with chicken pox after he was sent home from the college. He had a wound that required pressing with hot water. I took care of him until exactly 21 days after the experience, I felt a slight increase in my …
Tribute to My Father-in-Law (Pa Oliver Ntuen 1932-2018) Many things can be said about you but your love for God will trump them all. My first encounter with him was the year 2004, we went for introduction with my fiancée. I met this simple unassuming man in the ancient city of Yola, he was welcoming …
The fear of letting go It is ten years since we got married. The marriage is blessed with three lovely children- a girl and two boys. Their company is an experience to behold. They revel in the love and company of each other. Though we have often maintain 3-bedroom apartment since we got married, we …