Theophilus A. Jacob, Author at The Graduate Boss

High-Paying Digital Skills to Learn in 2021 [9 In-Demand Skills]

“What are the best high-paying digital skills to learn in 2021?” is one question that’s on the mind of many people looking to upskill and gain high-income skills in 2021 to make more money, either as a freelancer or become more valuable as an employee.

The skills considered to be “high-paying skills” in the past may not be fit to be called as high-income digital skills in 2021.

The skills that were in-demand in 2015 are different from what organisations are looking for today. This is because of the fast-paced nature of technology.

How much you earn or get paid is determined by the problem you solve in the market and who you solve it for, assuming your negotiation skill is at least average.

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7 Evergreen Business Opportunities in Nigeria

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There are a lot of lucrative evergreen business opportunities in Nigeria. Evergreen businesses are businesses where sales and profit don’t fluctuate with seasons or trends – these businesses remain profitable for several years in spite of changing seasons and trends.

While there are many business opportunities in Nigeria, now many of them are evergreen.

If you’re reading this article, you most probably would prefer to do a business that is not affected by seasonal changes or trends and entrepreneurs and investors generally consider them a goldmine because they can make money consistently, no matter the season.

The question that will be on your mind is, what business can I start that will make me money all season? And still, be in-demand for the next decade?

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10 Things to Do Before Quitting Your Job [Resignation Checklist]

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So, for whatever reasons, you have decided it’s time to move on from your job – what do you need to do before quitting your job so that you won’t regret it? Quitting your job will come with different emotions; you have to say goodbye to Colleagues and some things you have come to love working for the company.

Amidst all the emotions that come with resigning from your job, it’s not only crucial that you quit your job on good terms, but you also don’t shortchange yourself while trying to leave.

That’s why I have put this resignation checklist together to guide you through your journey of saying goodbye to your job – whether it is to get a new job or start a new business.

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