Written by: Emmanuel Kwesi It's no secret that interns are often undervalued and underappreciated in the workplace. They are seen as temporary, expendable workers and are often given the most menial and undesirable tasks. They are often not given the same level of respect or consideration as regular employees, and they are often not given the same opportunities for advancement or growth. This situation is not only unfair to interns but also detrimental to the workplace as a whole. When...
over 2 years ago • 3 min read
Written by: Agbana Shalom Once upon a time, in a bustling office where creativity flowed as freely as coffee, I found myself amidst a diverse group of colleagues. We weren't your typical office workers; we were performers, actors, singers, and dancers. Our workspace had an open layout, which meant that we were always together, rehearsing for our upcoming performances. Little did we know that this arrangement would bring both blessings and challenges. In this vibrant workplace, the advantage...
over 2 years ago • 2 min read
Written by: Victory Soroh “You don’t have to kill somebody before you sin." - MOHBAD These past weeks have been filled with mixed emotions in Nigeria’s entertainment industry and Nigeria as a whole following the demise of a multi-talented Nigerian artist, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, known popularly as Mohbad. He was a young, promising, and gifted rapper, singer, and songwriter whose life was cut short due to alleged hate and bullying from his former record label, Marlians Records, people he...
over 2 years ago • 3 min read
Written by: Victory Soroh This is one of the common issues that career women deal with. If it's not rumors spread by coworkers, it's the kitchen janitors gossiping with the cooks, or even worse, it's the husbands accusing their wives in the bedroom. On the job, women are typically more resilient, focused, patient, creative, and determined than men. Their boss interprets this behaviour as a constant willingness and readiness to put the task first. They are, by definition, containers for...
over 2 years ago • 2 min read
Written by: Victory Soroh I once applied for a job at a telecommunications company. After taking the aptitude test, I was invited for an interview. I was so excited that I had progressed to the next step. I spent the next few days preparing for the interview. I had sleepless nights just to make sure I was fully prepared and ready. The day came, and I woke up as early as 5:00 a.m. to get ready; this was unusual because my day usually starts at 6:30 a.m. I wanted to arrive on time. I arrived on...
almost 3 years ago • 2 min read