I was indirectly introduced to Tech on this day 7 years ago. This was my office where I was w0rking in a real estate company as an office assistant. This happened to be my first j0b after NYSC. I go to work every morning, but it kinda seems like I was wasting away. There was hardly anything for me to do unless when land bùyers reached out to schedule an inspection. Other times, I had to think outside the box in order to do stuff that could benefit the company. On this particular day, I was watching Nigeria IDol on YouTube and after watching an episode, an Indian guy video started playing and when I was trying to change it back to Nigeria Idol, I heard him say something about Cloud. The concept caught my attention, and I decided to listen to what he was saying even though it was tough to understand him due to accent. I was kinda intrigued about what he said Cloud was about. My concept of cloud is when rain wants to fall. Well, I listened to him and also subscribed to his channel on my phone and on the office TV. I didn't have a l@ptop then, so when I get home, I will use my phone to go back to his channel to check for new updates or watch old videos. After about 2 months of consistently watching his videos, I was able to start making sense of all he was saying. I even started researching some of his terminologies and keywords. Mind you, I actually studied literature in the university, and nothing concerned me with Tech. However, there was this peace I felt each time I was listening to this guy talk about Cloud. As of then, my s@lary was 65 k, and due to the fact that the company rented an apartment for me, they were deducting a part of the rent from my monthly salary. So my take home was around 27 k monthly. Nothing on earth could afford me a lapt0p then. I had a lapt0p that I used during university, but it was already in an unusable state, and I couldn't afford to repair it. All my 3arnings were basically for feeding and taking care of my siblings. The thing is, what can 27k even do for a family girl like me who lost her father a few months before. Fast forward to 6 months later, I reached a class mate that works with Jobberman to help me look out for new jo0s as I felt my real estate j0b wasn't challenging enough. This guy that hardly replies Facebook chats replied to my chats that I dropped around 3 am. immediately. I was kinda shocked because I wasn't even expecting his response. I only sent him chats at the heat of my midnight thoughts, just so I don't forget reaching him later. I told him that I am open to new opportunities, but this time, I have been interested in w0rking in an IT industry since I was l3arning a ski11 then. He told me that they were h1ring for a Microsoft Third party company that was coming into the country, and they started hiring for them last month, and this week is their last batch of hiring. I should send my cv for him to forward to the recruitment team since he's not recruiter himself. I sent my cv for the early hours, and a call from their recruiter was what woke me up the next morning. I was invited for an interview the next day, and for the first time in my life, I felt so small. When I got to the Jobberman Elephant building, the kinda people that I saw that came for the interview was scary. When I decided to talk to a few, I quickly realised that I was actually very small. These guys are computer engineers, computer scientists, and technical guys with years of working experience. We were up to 300, and the few ladies among us were actually doing well in Tech already. I had no option but to sit down and be observing. A few moments later, the oyibo team from Microsoft announced that our first round of interviews will be starting soon. We eventually started, and after every stage, they will call the people who will be moved to the next and also call those who will go home. This is how they moved me until the final interview stage. We had 5 stages on the same day. Guess what stood me out, guys... My knowledge of Cloud Computing. The products we were going to support were Microsoft Azure Cloud, and that was exactly what I was learning since 6 months before. It was as if God and the universe were preparing me for such an opportunity. During my last stage of interview, the 2 oyibo people who interviewed me said that I was one of their best bet. They were impressed with the way I explained the concept of Cloud. We also had a team project as part of our interview process. They grouped us into a group of 12 members and gave us a map with a story to discuss. They positioned one of their small oyibo member to watch what we were doing. I was the loudest during the group project, and I never knew that they were taking notes of those contributing to the project. I was just talking and talking. So, during the last stage of our interview, the 2 interviewers said something about my contribution to the group project, how I was a team player, and other bla bla bla. They shaaa told me that I would hear from them, and this is how my unplanned upski11ing got me into Microsoft and Tech generally. God took his time to prepare me for the opportunity. This is why I keep saying that your life is better with as many ski11s as you can get. You might not know when it will come in handy. You might not know when it will bail you out. Having known this miracle of learning, having experienced it and having enjoyed the benefits, I am surely the right person to spread the good news. I am actually running this evangelism very well. In 5 years' time, Digital Witch will probably be controlling 50% Nigeria Fr33lancers. Like 50% of Fr33lancers you know might have been our stúd3nts. Cheers to our days of little beginning. I am so beautiful here✨️ 💛

If You Don’t Take a Break, You’ll Break Down! In today’s hustle culture, we often forget one essential truth: REST. Even God, after six days of creation, rested on the 7th day. He taught us the importance of taking a step back after working hard. Think about it—back in school, we had both short and long breaks to refresh our minds. Weekends—Saturdays and Sundays—are meant for the same. So why should your vacation be any different? 🚫 Don’t cash out your vacation! 🚫 Don’t turn your vacation into another work marathon! When you cheat nature by skipping rest, it’ll catch up with you, sometimes with a *fearful doctor’s report*. Trust me, burnout is real. 🌿 Take that break, rejuvenate, and come back stronger! And if you’re worried about work piling up while you’re away, that’s where virtual and office executive assistants like me come in! Let me help make your life easier. Just chat me up and you will be getting yourself two extra hands that are effective and an efficient brain Whether it’s handling your tasks, organizing your schedule, or keeping things running smoothly, I’ve got your back. Chat me up! Let’s lighten the load and keep you balanced. #RestIsEssential #TakeABreak #WorkLifeBalance #VirtualAssistant #ExecutiveSupport

🚀 Embracing IT Support for a Relevant and Impactful Career #Alx9jacommunity Embarking on the #Alx9jacommunity 7-day LinkedIn content challenge, I'm excited to share my journey towards gaining relevance and making a significant impact in the field of IT support. Why IT Support? My career path in IT support is driven by a passion for technology and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. Over the years, my roles as Executive Virtual Assistant and Customer Support Specialist have equipped me with the skills to manage executive schedules, streamline communication, and enhance customer satisfaction. Now, I am channeling this experience into IT support, where I see immense opportunities for growth and innovation. What Drives Me? The drive to gain relevance in IT support comes from my desire to be at the forefront of technological advancements and to provide top-tier support to clients and organizations. My journey so far has been marked by several milestones: * Efficiency: Successfully managed executive schedules, ensuring 95% adherence to appointment times and deadlines. * Customer Satisfaction: Enhanced customer satisfaction rates to 98% through exceptional service and quick issue resolution. * Project Coordination: Led project coordination efforts, resulting in a 15% increase in project completion rates. * Service Improvement: Developed and implemented service improvement strategies, reducing data discrepancies by 50%. Looking Ahead As I continue on this path, I am committed to continual learning and professional growth. The IT support field offers endless possibilities, and I am eager to contribute my skills and knowledge to drive success and innovation. Join me as I navigate this exciting career path and strive for excellence in IT support! 🌟💼💻 #ITSupport #CustomerService #ProfessionalGrowth #TechSavvy #RemoteWork #VirtualAssistant #Innovation #ServiceExcellence #CareerDevelopment

How I Stay Productive in a World of Digital Distractions 👇🏽 Every day, my phone buzzes non-stop — emails, notifications, offers, reminders. Each one promising something urgent, something I "need" to see right now. As a Digital Native, it's the reality of life online, and sometimes it feels like I'm drowning in a sea of content, vying for my attention from every angle. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. The constant barrage of distractions makes staying focused a daily battle. One minute, I’m working on a task; the next, I’ve been scrolling through social media or checking my inbox for an hour, wondering where all the time went. The digital overload isn’t just annoying; it’s exhausting. It chips away at productivity and makes it harder to accomplish meaningful work. But Here’s What I Do to Stay on Track: 1. Establish a "Digital Routine" I've set specific times for when I check emails and social media—morning, midday, and evening. This gives me control instead of letting notifications dictate my attention. It’s all about creating boundaries. Outside of these windows, I silence notifications. It’s amazing how liberating it feels. 2. Leverage Time Blocks I also use time-blocking techniques to schedule focused work intervals (usually 45–60 minutes), followed by short breaks. This allows my brain to recharge while keeping me productive. 3. Single-tasking Over Multitasking As tempting as it is to juggle multiple things at once, I’ve learned that multitasking kills focus. Instead, I prioritize single-tasking. I focus entirely on one thing at a time, and once that’s done, I move to the next. My productivity shot up when I stopped trying to do everything at once. 4. Mindful Breaks Breaks aren’t optional—they’re essential. But I’ve learned the hard way that scrolling through social media doesn’t count. Instead, I take mindful breaks by going for a short walk or chatting with fellow humans around me. It resets my mind and helps me return to work with more energy and focus. 5. Unplugging to Recharge Believe it or not, sometimes the best way to stay productive is by doing nothing. I carve out time to unplug completely, whether it's taking naps, reading a book, talking with friends and family, or practicing mindfulness. It’s a reset button for my brain and helps me feel refreshed to tackle digital tasks when I come back. A Thought That Stays With Me "In a world where you can be constantly distracted, learning to focus is a superpower." I’ve found that staying productive in the digital age isn’t about cutting yourself off from technology but about using it wisely. The key is to take control of the technology before it controls you. How do you manage digital distractions? I’d love to hear your strategies and experiences as a fellow Digital Native. Let’s share what works and learn from one another! #BookOfChris #elileojoblog #personaldevelopment #profuctivity #careertips

Hello my people I have been quiet extra busy with work and upskilling kinda forgot to come here due to busy schedule. Did I tell you? That I just obtained a certificate and ready to serve you on all your virtual needs?

Believe in your vision ‘Write the vision and make it plain.’ - Habakkuk 2:2 NKJV God has a plan for your life. In Scripture, it’s sometimes referred to as a ‘vision’. It works like a compass that will always point you in the right direction and an anchor that will hold you steady in life’s storms. Why did God say, ‘Write the vision and make it plain’? Because sometimes, we bury our vision deep in our hearts to protect ourselves from the criticism of others. Fear causes us to set our vision out of sight so that we don’t have to think about it. Sometimes we give up on our vision because it hurts too much and costs too much to hold on to it. What should you do? First, you must have a vision that’s clear and compelling. Second, you must keep your vision before you at all times. After experiencing painful rejection by his family and false accusation by his boss’s wife resulting in thirteen years of wrongful imprisonment, the Bible says, ‘Joseph remembered the dreams which he dreamed’ (Genesis 42:9 KJV). Third, you must remember that God has scheduled a time for your dream to be fulfilled: ‘The vision is yet for an appointed time…though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come’ (Habakkuk 2:3 KJV). You must find a balance between contentment and ambition. Paul writes, ‘I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content’ (Philippians 4:11 NKJV). Paul never allowed himself to be upset with where he was at the moment; he knew that God was with him at all times, and he was always looking forward to where God would take him. So enjoy this day, knowing that God has your future securely planned. Read: Job 38-40, 1 Corinthians 10:1-17 #wordfortoday

As a project manager when your project encounters a significant issue that requires a change to the project scope, assess the impact of the project scope change on the project schedule, budget, and other constraints rather than outrightly implementing the scope change.

*DAILY SCRUM* is not a status meeting..... 👉 It is not an avenue for a project status report. What does a Daily Scrum mean for a Scrum team ? 👉 A Daily Scrum is a time boxed meeting done daily for 15mins, aimed at inspecting progress towards the sprint goal, synchronizing activities and creating a plan for the next 24hours. (the reason it's done DAILY) 👉 It ends after every member of the development team has spoken and the team proceeds with their day, aligned and aware of each other's progress and any challenges that needs to be addressed. 👉 Each member of the development team gives a breakdown of their work report within the last 24hours highlighting 3 key questions. 📌 What did I do yesterday that helped the team meet the sprint goal ? 📌 What will I do today to help the team meet the sprint goal ? 📌 Do I see any impediments that prevents me or the team from meeting the sprint goal ? 👉 Anything outside of these, automatically rules off the name "Daily Scrum or Daily Stand Up" as the case may be. 👉 It is facilitated by the Scrum Master who also ensures that any impediments captured are addressed either immediately or scheduled for a follow-up. 👉 In addition, he communicates important reminders or updates to the team such as deadlines or meetings. I do hope you've learnt something today. 😎 Inorder for us to grow, we must learn to unlearn and then relearn. #learningiscontinuous #Iamanarchitectofsuccessfulprojects

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Understanding Project Management -clients satisfaction Project Management is the application of knowledge, skills , techniques, tools and methodologies to project activities to meet project requirements. It often involves managing work processes and leading people. The technical skills of a project manager- the ability to organize the project and develop a scope , budget and schedule are critical to executing a project that will finish on time, within budget and to the project specifications. However, one of the definitions of project success focuses on achieving client satisfaction. This definition highlights the importance of the client as critical for both defining and achieving project success. Project success often includes meeting project goals and specifications , and it also includes understanding and meeting the expectations of the client. Depending on the complexity level of the project, the plan to meet the clients expectations can range from having a general discussion with the project leadership team to developing a formal plan that is tracked during the life cycle of the project.