Job Hunting
Why ‘Follow Your Passion’ Might Be Bad Career Advice
Passion sounds cute… until it’s paying your bills I came across this story the other day someone wrote: “I’m 28, and already on my third career pivot since college. Everyone says ‘follow...
Why Problem-Solving is the New Career Path
Lately, I’ve been doing a lot of reflections and, frankly, some worrying. I hear the conversations, and I see the struggles, especially for young people around the world. Here in Lagos, and...
Why the Traditional Internship is Fading, and What’s Next
You know, it’s funny how things evolve. For centuries, if you wanted to learn a skill, you became an apprentice. Think about it – master craftsmen, doctors, and even early engineers all...
Job Search Burnout: Finding Balance And Motivation
As popular as the concept of burnout is, many people don’t realize when they’re caught in the middle of it early enough. Job search burnout is real and there are clear signs that can help you...
Failing Upward: Why Tech’s Biggest Successes Often Start with Failure
I’ve failed at different things over the past few years. I’ve tried many ways to avoid failure but later realized that the more I tried to control everything, the more mistakes I made....
Land Your Dream Tech Job: Avoiding Common Application Mistakes
Nail those Tech Job Applications! Avoid These Common Mistakes We live in a world where technology is the new oil. Many individuals want a slice of the pie. Today, most people are eager to start their...
Will AI Steal Your Tech Job? The Truth May Surprise You
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a hot topic, often sparking concerns about some AI tools taking over our jobs. But in the tech industry, is AI really a weapon fashioned against us? ...
A Letter to the Tech Ecosystem: Introducing Talenvo
For years, I’ve been deeply involved in the African tech scene. I founded Codenest Africa, a coding school dedicated to equipping young minds with the skills they need to thrive in this...
8 Tips for Landing a Tech Job with No Prior Work Experience
We all desire that perfect job, one that grants us flexibility and control over our time while allowing us to contribute value to a company. It’s not just a dream; it’s an achievable reality. The...
How To Land Your First Foreign Job
Image credit: British Expats The Tech Industry is one of the most attractive and progressive workplaces. It is also an industry with various job opportunities and experience. Skilled techie in the...
