Saving for the Future: Tips for Building an Emergency Fund
The quickest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it in your pocket. – Will Rogers In today’s uncertain economic climate, building an emergency fund is critical, particularly in Nigeria, where inflation, currency depreciation, and fluctuating employment rates can make financial planning a challenge. An emergency fund acts as…
Read articleBudgeting Basics: Creating a Budget That Works (Part 2)
“Budgeting has only one rule: Do not go over budget.” – Leslie Tayne Welcome to Part Two of our series on “Budgeting Basics: Creating a Budget That Works.” In Part One, we looked at the definition of a budget, its importance and also uncovered a few steps of creating a budget. Now, we’ll take a…
Read articleBudgeting Basics: Creating a Budget That Works (Part 1)
A budget is telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went. – Dave Ramsey In Nigeria, the importance of creating and sticking to a budget cannot be overstated. With fluctuating inflation rates, an unpredictable economy, and varying income streams, effective budgeting is a critical tool for financial stability. This article has…
Read article5 Common Personal Finance Mistakes
Financial freedom is available to those who learn about it and work for it. – Robert Kiyosaki Financial freedom refers to a state in which an individual has sufficient personal wealth to live without having to actively work for their basic needs or financial obligations. It’s a goal many people strive for, as it enables…
Read articleBeyond the Office: The Advent of Flexible Work Arrangements
The future of work will be characterized by flexibility, adaptability, and lifelong learning. The Rise of Remote Work In March 2020, the World Health Organisation announced that the corona virus outbreak was a global pandemic and a few days later, Nigeria initiated a “stay at home” lockdown measure which was proposed to last for just…
Read articleMentorship: Developing Talent and Fostering Career Growth
The best leaders are those who know how to bring out the best in others. – Bill Gates Mentorship is a relationship where a more experienced person (the mentor) provides guidance, support, and advice to a less experienced person (the mentee). The mentor shares their knowledge, skills, and experiences to help the mentee develop personally…
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