Hey, Workie!
Happy New Year! *sends virtual hugs*.
2024 is the year we stop begging for “urgent 2k,” Amen?
So, cheers to Workie Saturdays, actualizing our goals, and attaining corporate baddie status this year 🥂
P.S I'll be here every Saturday, sharing nuggets of wisdom and countless opportunities to ensure you BOSS UP this year.
Another P.S This newsletter is for undergraduates and newbies in the corporate space. Know anyone who fits this description? Please Share with them
One last P.S In case you missed it, I left you a welcome love letter here
CORPORATE BANTS
We’re Leaving New Year’s Resolutions Behind This Year!
Let’s just pretend today’s the first day of the year. In fact, in the Workie universe, today’s the first day of the year, so you and I have to act accordingly.
What are your plans for this year? Any new-year resolutions? New year, new you, right?
First, I should let you know that all those New Year’s resolutions you’re always making are OUT and vision boards are IN!
Now before you bite me, think about how often you've made resolutions and stuck to them all year. If you have, I’m impressed, but for the vast majority of us who haven’t, vision boards can be incredibly effective.
Wondering what a vision board is? It's a visual compilation of images, clippings, words, and quotes that affirm your life goals. The power lies in the visual reinforcement - seeing is believing! The more you physically see your goals, the more it reinforces the belief that they're within reach and you can do it. But that's not all – vision boards can be helpful in a million other ways.
So, instead of just making bullet points about your corporate goals this year, why not spice up your life and make a vision board to motivate you every day?
If you're unsure how to make one, here's a simple roadmap. And if you need inspiration, Pinterest is your go-to friend for crafting the perfect vision board.
AMATEUR HOUR
“How I Got A Job Completely Unrelated To My Degree After Graduation”
This babe got a big girl corporate job in a field completely unrelated to the one she had studied to be in, and if you’re wondering how she did it, it’s the same way your uncle studied Agric and wound up as a chemical engineer.
Transfer of skills, dear.
SIDEHUSTLE SPOTLIGHT
Proofreading
So, what exactly is proofreading??
Proofreading involves going through content and making sure there aren’t any grammatical errors or inconsistencies. It’s simply making sure that content is up to par before it’s put out.
If you're someone who pays close attention to detail and has some spare time, then you might want to look into proofreading. It's a fantastic part-time opportunity that you can conveniently do from home. So, why not work smarter, not harder, and earn some extra cash on the side so you won’t use “urgent 2k” to kill your folks?
This side hustle is for you if:
- You can be thorough and pay attention to detail.
- You have a very advanced knowledge of the English language.
- You have excellent verbal communication skills.
- You have excellent written communication skills.
TOP PICKS FOR GIGS
Jobs Of The Week
- B2B Sales Intern at Magic Square
- Freelance Editor at Southern Voice
- Content Writer at Upshoot
- People Strategy Intern at United Nations Population Fund
- Content Writer at Flashbots
- Human Resources Intern at Eden Life
- NYSC Intern at IPNX Nigeria Ltd
- UX Researcher at Moniepoint
- Graphic Designer at Sendstack
- Program Associate at Teaching at the Right Level
DEV RECS
Upskill Opportunity Of The Week
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate
If you’re looking to upskill yourself and make your CV a little bulkier, then you’re probably going to want to start racking up the certificates, and the Google Digital Marketing Certificate is the perfect way to start.
THE LITTLE PERKS:
- You’ll learn the ins and outs of digital marketing in 6 months or less.
- You can do it without any degree or experience (you’re welcome, rookies)
- You’ll get an actual certification that you can put on any CV or application.
LEVEL UP SQUARE
Four little tricks to upgrade your life:
- Here’s a great internship cover letter template for you, because apparently, they still matter.
- This babe is giving career advice she wishes she got in her twenties, and you might want to listen up!
- Are you still reading your entire handout for exams? Jazz up and use this AI tool instead.
- Here’s a roadmap on how to write a CV with zero job experience.
Opportunities of the week:
- SCOSTEP Visiting Scholar (SVS) Program
- The Mozida Africa Excellence Scholarship
- University College London Global Masters Scholarship 2024/2025