Hey, Workie!
You know how this year everyone collectively agreed that the motto for the year would be “no gree for anybody”? Well, it seems some people didn’t get the memo because this whole Omah Lay wahala is bursting my brain.
I personally would have been on Omah Lay’s neck faster than the speed of light, but hey, maybe I took our 2024 motto a bit too seriously.
P.S. This newsletter is for undergraduates and newbies in the corporate space. Know anyone who fits this description? Please share with them
CORPORATE BANTS
I Must Not Die Working!
I just saw an article about how Gen X’rs are worried about not being able to retire because they wouldn’t be able to survive financially if they stopped working and all I know is I must not be singing the same tune when I get there!
In case you didn't know, Gen X'ers fall between the ages of 43 and 59 right now. They were sold this whole boomer dream of ‘‘staying loyal to one company your whole corporate journey and living off your retirement fund after.’’ But let's face it - that model doesn’t work in today’s corporate world.
Now, you’re probably wondering what you have to do so you won’t have to work till the day you die, and I’m about to put you on to some insane cheat codes, so get your jotter out and take notes.
Invest, Invest, Invest: You’ve probably heard this a million times but honestly investing young could save you from having to break your back working forever. Apps like Bamboo and Piggyvest are extremely helpful for beginners looking to escape Sapa.
Save Aggressively: The rule of thumb is to try to save at least 15-20% of your income every month so you’ll never really be broke. Apps like SumoTrust can be really helpful with this. Save today, play tomorrow!
Diversify Your Income: A corporate job alone just doesn’t cut it anymore, and unless you want to be working forever, you should definitely learn a trade, pick up a side hustle, or both!
AMATEUR HOUR
This Babe’s Boss Was Stealing From Her
Imagine being paid literal chicken change and still being expected to put in the utmost effort, and to top it all off, her boss was stealing out of her pay as well. Talk about a job from hell.
SIDEHUSTLE SPOTLIGHT
Online Tutoring
So, what exactly is Online Tutoring?
Online tutoring is basically providing academic or professional guidance and support to people on the internet. Unlike traditional in-person tutoring, it happens virtually, and connects educators and learners regardless of their physical location.
So, if you’re smart and patient, this might be just the side hustle for you. Plus: You could be paid in dollars (in Tinubu’s economy, that’s a need).
This side hustle is for you if:
You have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
You’re patient and accommodating with people.
You’re able to efficiently manage your own time and work independently without close supervision.
You’re well-versed in a number of academic disciplines or a specific discipline.
TOP PICKS FOR GIGS
Jobs Of The Week
- Summer 2024 Internship at The Fund for Peace
- Social Media Intern at UniversalGiving
- Data Analyst Intern at Winged Recruitment
- AI Training for Igbo Writers at Remotasks
- Editorial Intern at Binance
- AI Training for Yoruba Writers at Remotasks
- Graduate Trainee at Standard Chartered Bank
- Graduate Trainee at Total Data Limited
- Graphic Designer at Corporate World Wear
- Social Media/Community Manager at Corporate World Wear
- Intern at Africa of Our Dream Education Initiative
DEV RECS
Upskill Opportunity Of The Week
HubSpot Inbound Marketing Course
Inbound marketing is something that every business is prioritizing in at least some shape or form. As such, a course in inbound marketing is probably one of the best to complete to get a job almost immediately after graduation.
Inbound marketing is basically when businesses use blogs, podcasts, social media, and other off-site methods to direct people to their websites.
THE LITTLE PERKS:
- You’ll earn an employer-recognized certificate.
- You can learn at your own pace, so don’t worry about adjusting your schedule to fit it.
- You’ll learn to create content that educates and nurtures leads through their buyer's journey.
LEVEL UP SQUARE
Four little tricks to upgrade your life:
- Here’s how to make connections in school, because they make things so much easier.
- This guy says Gen Z’s are better than millennials and his reasoning is pretty funny but also helpful.
- You don’t have a job abi? Here’s how LinkedIn can fix that.
- Tired of writing a million essays for lecturers who think you’re only offering their course? Here’s a quick fix.
Opportunities of the Week:
- 2024 Global Korea Scholarship Program
- Bayer Foundation Fellowship
- UNICEF Leading Minds Fellowship on Climate
Thanks for reading Workie by CareerBuddy! Subscribe for free to receive new posts every Saturday and never miss a beat!