HOW TO NAVIGATE THE JOB MARKET AFTER A LONG CAREER BREAK IN 2025
I know why you are here- you have just decided to return to the workforce after a long career break and are stuck on how to increase your chance of getting your desired job role. Don’t worry; this article will guide you on confidently navigating the job market in 2025 after a break. While deciding […]
WHY EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS STRUGGLE TO ATTRACT GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES- AND HOW TO FIX IT.
Today’s global job market has many opportunities, especially for professionals in various job sectors. Still, only a few of them are being harnessed because many professionals find it challenging to own this space. Of course, it is one thing to have years of experience, technical prowess and a wealth of accomplishments, and it is another […]
HOW TO GROW YOUR CAREER THROUGH DIGITAL SKILLS IN 2025.
With the constant evolution of technological tools in today’s job world, digital skills are essential. It is possible that even as a skilled professional, you were not exposed to these tools when you started your career, and as a result, you may feel overwhelmed, but you do not have to feel this way. You can […]
THE RISE OF VIRTUAL ASSISTANCE IN TODAY’S COMPETITIVE MARKET: What is virtual assistant and what do they do?
With the rise in remote jobs and rapid economic development, virtual assistants are gradually becoming highly sought-after. According to Invedus, the number of virtual assistants worldwide is estimated to reach 8.4 million by 2028. Lately, if you have been browsing the internet or scrolling through job websites, there is a high probability that the term […]
HOW TO BECOME A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT: A Guide for Literate Africans Entering the Global Workforce
The digital era has transformed career opportunities for literate professionals across Africa, and one of the most accessible and flexible roles is that of a Virtual Assistant (VA). This guide will walk you through the steps to becoming a VA and how programs at I-Train Africa and the Skilled For Work Academy (SFW), founded by […]
TOP 5 ONLINE JOBS FOR STAY-AT-HOME MUMS
Stay at home mums are mothers who choose to stay and focus on managing their kids and the home, rather than pursuing a career outside the home. It’s a role that requires great and huge sacrifices as they juggle and handle multiple responsibilities in the home. They take bigger responsibilities in nurturing the kids and […]
5 ESSENTIAL SKILLS VIRTUAL ASSISTANTS NEED TO SUCCEED REMOTELY
The global pandemic caused a major alteration in the operations of businesses and organizations worldwide, leading to the understanding that work can be done from anywhere in the world. This advancement has led companies to embrace the work-from-home model, i.e., remote jobs, and one of the most sought-after professionals is a Virtual Assistant. Virtual assistants […]
MASTERING THE ART OF PROBLEM-SOLVING FOR WORKPLACE EFFICIENCY
Problems—big and small—occur at all phases of life, including workplaces. They are characterized by difficulty and stress and always require a solution. The best way to navigate this is to ensure you have the problem-solving skills to find and implement solutions. In this article, we will be detailing the problem-solving skills and tips to enhance […]
WHY ARE SOFT SKILLS IN HIGH DEMAND FOR ALL JOBS?
We are in the era where technical/hard skills are not the only type of skills employers seek when hiring. Whilst technical skills prove what you know about the job, soft skills give an insight into how you carry out your job and how fit you are for the role you’re vying for. Let’s explore a […]
How To Improve Your Soft Skills
There is no limit to how much you should improve your soft skills. Instead, there’s the constant need to update, not to get outdated, as the job market is constantly changing. Soft skills are essential for career success, whether remotely or onsite. These skills like communication, teamwork, problem-solving and much more help you build relationships, […]