As I reflect on my 12-year journey across various sectors— including private sector (from real estate, PR agencies, hospitality, consultancy), non-profit, and now government— I've gathered invaluable insights that I wish I had known at the start of my career. Mind you, it took me a while to land a permanent job that I was reffered to as a professional volunteer. I am eternally grateful because volunteering shaped me. In my first 'real' job, I was featured on Parents Magazine Africa- Phenomenal Women- "Don't sit waiting for a job, volunteer and doors will open". I was a very young woman in a managerial position in a real estate company then. Doors did open, and I pray they stay open. Each experience has shaped my perspective, and I'm eager to share these lessons in the hopes that they resonate with those just starting on their professional paths. I am a work in progress and enthusiastic about the future. So, before diving into my insights, I urge everyone...
The best time to make a friend is when you do not need one. Friendship comes in a very weird and unplanned manner. Think of how you became friends with your own best friend, where and how you met, who said hi, or did you just start talking. Was it funny, fun, or totally out of place? What was your first impression of them? were you introduced to each other or did you just make friends? Two words best describe this; a relationship and mutual. So, there has to be a relationship between two or more people, who hold a mutual understanding for each other. A relationship is an association between two people that may be short or long term. it may also be intimate or interpersonal. Mutual on the on the hand means reciprocal, with respect or towards the other. Friendship in essence then means you have the other person in mind, you consider how they feel and how they are doing at all times. Friendship is simply selfless. A friend is someone who you first know well, understand e...
Image by Pixabay Finding love later in life can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience. For some people, they may have gone through a divorce or the end of a long-term relationship, while others may have never been in a serious relationship before. No matter the circumstances, finding love later in life is not just possible, it's beautiful in so many ways– and finding the right person for you is natural. When looking for a partner later in life, it's important to take your time and not rush into anything. You've likely gone through a lot of life experiences by this point, and you know what you want and don't want in a relationship. Use this knowledge to your advantage, and don't settle for someone who doesn't meet your standards or make you happy. Don't be afraid to ask questions, and don't be afraid to be honest about what you're looking for. It's also important to keep an open mind when it comes to dating later in life. It's easy to get ...
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