Hey, Workie!
So, yesterday one of my lecturers said.. “90% of my students are nincompoops and 95% of degrees are useless.” I didn’t believe my ears, but I guess in simpler terms SCHOOL NA SCAM!
Good thing we’re hacking the system one Saturday at a time, so that one is for his pocket.
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CORPORATE BANTS
Open Your Mouth Or SAPA Will Finish You!
Not too long ago, one of my friends started an internship. She was working like a full-time employee, pouring her heart and soul into the work. The catch? She was doing it all for FREE! When she finally brought up the topic of payment, she was let go.
Now, what’s the lesson here? Always be upfront about your stance on pay! Internship or not, express your needs clearly and completely.
Apparently, 56% of candidates don’t negotiate salary offers and I'm here to make sure you're not part of that statistic. So, listen up.
See, I get it. Money talks can be uncomfortable, especially when you're just starting out. But remember, you deserve to be paid for your efforts, and there's nothing wrong with saying so.
Wondering how to negotiate with little to no experience? Well, I’m going to let you in on everything you need to know in 5 simple steps:
- Research: First and foremost, you need to find out exactly how much people with similar capabilities and job titles earn so that you can make an informed argument for yourself.
- Be Confident: If you need to practice what you’re going to say to convince yourself you deserve more, then do it as many times as possible. Never sound unsure of yourself, because you can’t convince anyone if you aren’t convinced as well.
- Do Not Apologize: A lot of people feel bad for bringing up salary expectations or asking for raises, let me just tell you now, it’s not rude, and asking for what you feel like you’re owed is completely fine so DON’T SAY SORRY!!!
- Be Willing to Compromise: Getting a counteroffer isn’t the end of the world, and sometimes employers have valid reasons for not being able to meet all your needs but keep an open mind and don’t be discouraged.
- Look Beyond Salary: If all else fails, consider other perks like vacation time, reimbursement for things like data and transportation and other little bonuses that could sweeten the deal for you.
Now that you know your rights, are you jazzing up or are you going to keep sweating for free?
You can find the detailed tea on how to negotiate as an entry-level professional right here!
AMATEUR HOUR
This Babe Went From Psychology To Tech Straight Out Of University
Another day, another story that proves school is lowkey a scam.
All because this babe was sharp in school and was active in almost everything, she got a job in a field completely unrelated to her course and all she had to do was play up her skills.
SIDEHUSTLE SPOTLIGHT
Freelance Writing
So, what exactly is Freelance Writing?
Freelance Writing is basically writing for various clients rather than writing for an employer, meaning you can choose your hours and work from anywhere.
So, if you’re a good writer and want to work on your own schedule, it’s worth considering.
This side hustle is for you if:
- You’re a good writer.
- You’re creative and can think outside the box.
- You’re great at being organized.
- You have great copywriting skills.
TOP PICKS FOR GIGS
Jobs Of The Week
- Operations Intern at AfriLabs
- Technology Intern at AfriLabs
- UGC Creator at BIORESTORE
- Hair Influencer at A-List Lace Hair
- Traveling Journalist at iVisa
- Canva Creator at Canva
- Graduate Trainee at Union Bank
- Digital Marketing Internship at Anakle
- Graduate Intern at Saro Agrosciences Limited
- Graduate Trainee at AIICO Insurance
DEV RECS
Upskill Opportunity Of The Week
Google Project Management: Professional Certificate
Fun Fact: There are over 715,000 open jobs in project management with a median entry-level salary of $77,000.
Project managers are in high demand, and companies are willing to pay top dollar for qualified people, so if you’re interested in being virtually indispensable in the job market, then you will want to look into this certification.
Doesn’t matter what you’re studying, or you studied, anyone can get a piece so get on it right now (no time to waste time).
THE LITTLE PERKS:
- A PMP certification is recognized and respected everywhere, and this credential can help you to get ahead in your career, no matter where you live or work.
- Having the credentials will give you an edge over other candidates when applying for jobs.
- This certification is really flexible and can be applied across various industries.
LEVEL UP SQUARE
Four little tricks to upgrade your life:
- These are all the things you need to do on your first day at work.
- If you use this AI tool your lecturer will never accuse you of plagiarism again, work smarter bestie.
- This is the tea on how to be seen as a top performer at work.
- This babe is giving us a realistic day in the life of a Nigerian intern and it’s hilarious.
Opportunities of the Week:
- H.J. Heinz Fellowship
- 2024 World Food Programme (WFP) Internship
- The Mozida Africa Excellence Scholarship
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