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Communication Pitfalls That Sabotage Your Career And Business

30 July 2016Uncategorized

  You probably think—no believe—that you’re a good communicator. If asked to give examples of instances whereby you displayed excellent communication skills, you could reel off a couple: from answering difficult interview questions with confidence and delivering excellent speeches or […]

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Solving The Crisis Of Poor Communication Skills In Nigeria

29 June 2016Uncategorized

With this post, I probably won’t win any brownie points in this country but the truth must be told. As Nigerians, we’re not in denial about many truths – endemic corruption in the public sector, epileptic power supply, chronic unemployment, […]

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Dear Graduates: Your Communication Skills Will Determine Your Worth

27 May 2016Uncategorized

Good communication skills are now highly demanded in graduates by prospective employers. Millennials, how do you measure up?

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The Most Frustrating Question About Writing…Answered

27 April 2016Uncategorized

It’s becoming a regular occurrence. A well-dressed executive, sitting across the table from me, a worried expression etched on his face, inevitably asks: “How do I become a better writer?” Then I sigh. Not because I’m the go-to resource for […]

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Four Years Of Insightful Blogging…In Memorable Quotes (PART 2)

29 March 2016Uncategorized

Welcome back to the celebration of this blog’s fourth anniversary. Moving on… 7) “We now know what we need, what we expect from our employers and why we won’t settle for less. And your top-down, commando-style management won’t cut it […]

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Four Years Of Insightful Blogging…In Memorable Quotes (PART 1)

15 March 2016Uncategorized

Remember when you turned four? You might vividly remember your fourth birthday or it might be a vague recollection of mirthful activities, when everything seemed possible…including becoming a princess or having super powers, (no judgment here). I however, can distinctly […]

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