Whether you’re a student, a professional or an applicant, it is easy to get discouraged, isolated, discontent and confused due to the things happening around you. We all go through situations where we feel lost; not knowing the next step to take.

When you feel this way, then it’s time to get the help of a more experienced person to put you through the area of conflict. 

According to Loren J. Norris "If you cannot see where you are going, ask someone who has been there before."

In today’s post, we’ll discuss; who a mentor is, The role of a mentor and the benefits of mentoring and being mentored.

Can you imagine what a great experience it would be to have someone who would take his time to get to know you and the challenges you are facing and then use their understanding and personal experiences to help you improve? That “someone” is your mentor.

"The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own."- Benjamin Disraeli

A mentor is often a more experienced individual who guides a less experienced individual by building trust and modelling positive behaviours. 

While each of us develops at our own pace, this type of influence can have many positive and lasting effects.

Takes the initiative in the relationship but allows the mentee to take responsibility for their growth, development, and career planning

Commits to fostering the relationship for the specified period of time

Commits to meeting with mentees on a regular basis, not normally during the mentee's work time.

Provides frank, honest, and constructive feedback

Do you know that many people attribute part of their professional growth to the guidance of a patient mentor who challenged them to think differently and open their eyes and mind to different perspectives?

 Let's dive into the benefits of being a mentee

1. Gain practical advice, encouragement and support

As a mentee, you have the privilege of getting more practical advice coming from someone who has passed through that particular phase of life.

The advantage of learning from other people's experiences is that you don’t get to waste time on trial and error.

  3. Increase your social and academic confidence

You gain more confidence because you’ve got the right information

4. Identify goals and establish a sense of direction

Your mentor helps you identify your goals and sets you on the right track 

5. Gain valuable insight into the next stage of your career

Being mentored helps you advance within your field and connect you with opportunities that you might not have otherwise had access to.

6. Develop your communication, study and personal skills

Conversing with a more experienced person helps to improve your communication skill. 

According to John Quincy Adams “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”

Now let’s find out what are the benefits of being a mentor 

1. Improve communication and personal skills

Your communication skills get better as you get the opportunity of conversing with different people

2. Develop leadership and management qualities

You learn how to lead by holding the hand of a subordinate to lift him up. True leaders are those that help others discover their potentials

3. Reinforce your own study skills and knowledge of your subject

You get the privilege of teaching from your experience 

Being a mentor can help boost your CV and has an added advantage as it is valued by employers.  

5. Gain recognition for your skills and experience

Being a mentor gives you the privilege of being in your mentee’s success story

6. Gain a sense of fulfilment and personal growth

You get the opportunity to make an impact on the world by teaching from your experiences which increase your self worth

In conclusion, you don’t necessarily need to go through the tough time alone, we at Mentortribes would love to share your burden with you and walk through it together.

Now I'd love to hear from you, do you think it is important for everyone to have a mentor?

The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own

WHAT IS MENTORING? BENEFITS OF A MENTOR AND A MENTEE

 Are you thinking of becoming a web designer and don’t know where to start? Becoming a web designer is not as difficult as you may think, getting the right information and developing the necessary skills can bring your dream come true. 

In this post, we will look at what is web design? And The skills and techniques for learning web design

Web design refers to the design of websites that are displayed on the internet. It involves the process of planning and building the elements of your website. For example the structure and layout of images, colour, fonts and graphics.

Web design can also be seen as the user experience aspect of website development. It is very important because it can affect the behaviour of the users either negatively or positive

When it’s been done right it comes with dozens of rewards, I believe that what we all want.

SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES FOR LEARNING WEB DESIGN

Web designing just like any tech role requires some skills and techniques. 

Understanding web designing tools is the first step to becoming a web designer. These are the platforms you will make use of to create your website. There are several platforms to be used. Understanding a platform and its purpose is very important. For example,  we use PicsArt to edit photos and Adobe Illustrator to create logos icons and sketches

These are the visual touchpoints that allow users to interact with a product. It is the combination of typography, colour palette, buttons, animations and imagery.

It’s all about making sure that the user interface of a product is as intuitive as possible, and that means carefully considering every visual or interactive element the user might encounter in your site.

Refers to the interaction between the user and a product or service. This is the full experience from a user’s first contact to the last. Recent research shows that 75% of people form their opinion of website credibility based on its aesthetics.

A UX designer thinks about how the experience makes the user feel, and how easy it is for the user to accomplish their desired tasks. For example: How easy is the checkout process when shopping on your site? How long does it take for the site to load? The ultimate purpose of UX design is to create easy, efficient, relevant, and all-around pleasant experiences for the user.

Responsive web design is about creating web pages that look good on all devices. It automatically adjusts according to the type and size of the device that is been used. For example, laptops, Ipads and phones. To create a responsive website, you will need to add a meta tag to all your web pages.

HTML means Hyper, Text, Markup, Language. It is the standard language for creating Web pages. It is the backbone of web design. It consists of series of elements that tell a browser how to display content. Without the knowledge of HTML web design becomes difficult. HTML is the foundation of computer programming

As a web designer, you need to be able to speak the language of the computer to be able to communicate with the computer. Programming language is referred to as ‘computer language’. It the language programmers use to give instructions and commands to the computer. They use it to create Apps, Websites, games etc. Examples of programming languages are, Java, JavaScript, Python, CSS, Prolog etc. 

This is the code that tells browsers how to format and style HTML for a web page. CSS can control the layout of multiple web pages at a time. For example, you can adjust the colours, change the fonts, or add a background of your choice to your website with CSS

You may think that SEO does not concern a web designer. It will surprise you to know that there’s a lot of design work that’s connected to SEO 

The web designer can create a solid framework that search engines can read. The web designer can incorporate SEO in the types of images/ videos and the way they are uploaded. Some images/videos are very heavy and take a longer time to load which can affect the web performance in SEO

In conclusion, when embarking on a new journey, it is important to get direction from someone who has embarked on that same journey so you don’t get lost. We at Mentortribes would love to embark on this journey with you to help make your dream come true.

Now I’d love to hear from you, which skill from today’s post are you going to learn first?

Are you thinking of becoming a web designer and don’t know where to start? Becoming a web designer is not as difficult as you may think, getting the right information and developing the necessary skills can bring your dream come true. 

 LEARNING WEB DESIGN (SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES)

Whether you’re a freelance writer, a blogger, or a writer of creative nonfiction, having a more experienced professional to guide and direct you is an excellent way to start your career. 

A writing mentor can be an invaluable resource for an aspiring writer. Mentorship offers new writers professional guidance as they embark on their career journey.

In today’s post, we’ll discuss; who a mentor is, what a writing mentor, the 5 reasons why you need a mentor (as a freelance writer) and the tips for finding a freelance mentor.

Have you ever been in a position where you feel stuck, discontent and confused not knowing the next step to take? Yes, we all have. It’s like driving to an unknown destination with no one to direct you. But come to think of it, wouldn’t it be easier to get to your destination if there is someone to give you direction? Yes, it will.

A mentor is often a more experienced individual who guides and directs a less experienced individual by building trust and modelling positive behaviours. A mentor can be compared to a navigation compass. They both perform the same function; Direction-finding

A writing mentor is an experienced writer who guides and directs a less experienced writer to help him find his voice. 

The mentor reviews and criticises his work to bring out the best in him. A mentor provides aid to the writer by organizing regular meetings, if the writer is in the same geographical area as the mentor, the meetings can be in person. If the mentor and writer are not in the same geographical area then most of their meetings would be either through calls or online 

1. Encouragement: I remember waking up one morning as a new writer, struggling to get ideas to pen down for a blog, but I couldn’t. Words were not flowing, I was completely blank, just sitting and looking at my white screen. As a writer, you should know how frustrating it can be. I felt like writing wasn’t really for me and I was on the verge of giving up. Then, there came my mentor reminding me of the amazing blogs I had written a few days ago. I was encouraged by that reminder. And today He’s the reason I didn’t give up.

2. Motivation: As a writer, it is important to have a mentor you admire so much. Their work and achievement can be a great source of motivation for you to become a better writer. Hearing the story of the challenges they had faced and gone through would motivate and encourage you not to give up when you face similar challenges

3. Inspiration: Mentors can inspire and help you with your writings, they achieve that by drawing from their well of knowledge and experience. They offer advice to help you get through the challenge at hand

4. Career path: A good mentor will offer guidance as you create a roadmap for your career. Mentors help you become a better writer and connect you to opportunities you might not have otherwise had access to

5.Writing skill: A mentor reads your work and gives you honest feedback. If your work is good you get an applaud but if it is not good enough you get criticised. The criticism is meant not to way you down but to make you an excellent writer

3 TIPS FOR FINDING A FREELANCE WRITING MENTOR

From your connection evaluate who you know that can be your mentor. It could be that blogger you are following on Instagram whom you always look forward to reading her blogs. Or it could be that author of your favourite book you connected with on Linkedin. It could be that professor in your writing class whom you look up to. Whoever it is make sure you decide what you’d like to get out of the mentorship.

Whether you’re a freelance writer, a blogger, or a writer of creative nonfiction, find a writing community that puts you in touch with potential mentors. Being in the presence of other writers increases your chances of meeting writing partners and possible mentors.

Most mentorship sites have professionals in different areas of speciality who are willing to offer you the necessary guidance and direction you need. For example, sites like Mentortribes would be a good platform to get an effective mentorship to build a better you.

In conclusion, when you run alone, you run fast. When you run together, you run far.

Meaning, when you walk alone it is possible to be fast and easier to get stuck, not knowing the next step to take. It is better to run together with someone who knows the route, you won’t get stuck on the way because you have a guide. We at Mentortribes will love to run with you to ensure you don’t get stuck on the way but rather go far on your career journey

Now I’d love to hear from you; Which of the tips from today’s post are you going to use to find for yourself a freelance writing mentor?

Let me know by leaving a comment below right now.

Building a website may sound like a daunting task, especially if you have no prior experience - It feels like a huge project.

You may feel like you don’t know where to start but with the right help and the right tools, it is actually easier than you think, and you can do it all yourself.

The following website checklist will guide you through your website building process.

What is the purpose of your website? Is it an eCommerce site designed to sell items online? Is it mainly an informational brochure for your business? Is it a blog that you intend to update regularly with posts? This will be your starting point.

Choose and register a domain name for your Web address. The purpose of a domain name is similar to that of a street address. It directs customers to your website.

Once you have decided on a domain name, it’s time to think about your website. There are many website building applications and platforms available. Do an internet search or ask for recommendations before choosing.

4.  Choose Colours and Fonts for Your Brand

One important decision you will need to make when it comes to designing your website is the colour and fonts. Your choice of colour will play a big part in the success of your website.

Create a list of your website requirements. For example:

Amount of website storage (images and videos mean more storage space)

Tools such as online forms, blogs, customer reviews, maps, slideshows

Links to or integration with social media

Mobile device optimization (so your website looks good on mobile devices)

6. Create and customize your website with a design template

A website design template is a pre-made website design that allows you to have a professional-looking website without the need of hiring a website designer, and without the need for any coding or design experience.

Your site will need to be stored on a computer, accessible over the Internet in order for visitors to reach it online. Think of web hosting as renting space for your website on a powerful computer (also referred to as a server). It is similar to renting an office space for your business.

Your logo is often the first thing potential customers see, it helps to make a great first impression. Using visual elements on your site is an effective way to enhance user experience and increase conversion.

 It is important to use high-quality graphics and photography. Low-quality images and fake stock photos will cheapen even the most beautifully designed website and have a negative impact on how your viewers feel about your site and your business.

When someone is looking at your website, they want to know you can solve their problems. When creating content ask yourself, “what information will my visitors find valuable”? By all means, make sure your website shows your business contact information such as email, phone number. etc. 

How will your visitors find your website? Put your Web address everywhere possible including business cards, social media, advertising, and online business directories. Experiment with paid search advertisements to attract pay-per-click traffic to your website.

Google Analytics is a website analytics tool that let you understand how your visitors are interacting with your website, where they are coming from, what keywords are they using to find you and the pages they are viewing. It will enable you to gather such information in order to track your progress. 

If you are going to be selling products or services or if you want to accept donations on your website, you will need some way to collect payment information.

With this information, you would be able to build for yourself an amazing website. In case of any trouble in the process, we at Mentortribes would be happy to help you through it.

Building a website may sound like a daunting task, especially if you have no prior experience,  it is actually easier than you think, and you can do it all yourself.

10 REASONS WHY EVERY KID SHOULD LEARN TO CODE

As a parent, the thought of coding for our kids may seem difficult and daunting at first - though its benefits outweigh any reservations we may have. If we want to set our kids up for success, then they should learn how to code. Coding for kids helps improve their mathematics and writing skills and gives them valuable skills in life and eventually in the workforce. 

Why is coding so important? Learning to code teaches kids lifelong skills that stretch far beyond the computer. From problem-solving, attention to detail and critical thinking, the benefits of learning to code are immense. Recent research puts coding at the forefront of future careers. Nearly 50% of all jobs require some coding skills

Before going into the reasons why every kid should learn coding, let us know what coding is

Imagine you have a meeting with a client who understands only Chinese while you understand just English. How likely is it for you and your client to come to an understanding? It’s like Coding, communication cannot take place without you speaking the language your client understands. Coding, in simpler terms, means feeding our commands to the computer in a language the computer understands so that the computer can carry out the said command, and perform the task. It is the computer language used to develop apps, websites, and software. 

Now let’s dive into our top 10 reasons why every kid should learn to code.

1. Coding helps improve concentration and focus

In our highly distracted world, learning to code gives kids the opportunity to concentrate and focus on a single thing. That thing is to solve the coding problem in front of them.

Coding requires concentration and focus, something that some kids may find difficult, while others may find it easy. With concentration, decisions are easier and more focused on the objective at hand.

2. Coding stimulates creativity among kids

Taking a mental image and giving it form in the real world is the very heart of creativity. Computer coding empowers kids to not only consume digital media and technology but to create it. Kids build and write their code to create websites, video games, and other interactive programs.

3.  Coding prepares our kids for the jobs of tomorrow

With jobs in the technology sector experiencing steady growth from year to year, the demand for candidates with coding experience in 5, 10, 20 years down the line will only grow higher. Getting your child started young with coding will help better prepare them with the skills sought by employers around the world and create a foundation for further learning and coding in the future.

Coding helps kids develop soft skills and builds aspects of their character, as they develop traits such as resilience, grit, and patience. kids develop self-confidence that enables them to pursue their dreams and goals. One of the best ways to build self-confidence is to become more competent at something.

5. Coding helps to build entrepreneurial skills

Being an entrepreneur isn’t just about starting or running a business. It’s about bringing ideas to life. Being entrepreneurial is about being a problem solver, a clear communicator, a team leader, a visionary, taking risks, pursuing a passion, and so much more. When kids learn to do all of this they become the driving force behind creating new things. “At its core, [entrepreneurship] is a mindset – a way of thinking and acting. It is about imagining new ways to solve problems and create value.”― Bruce Bachenheimer

6. Coding helps kids develop problem-solving skills

All coding projects start with a problem to be solved.

Whether it’s bringing an idea into real life, improving how something works or fixing something that’s broken, every coding project involves problem-solving

Coding helps build problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills, as kids solve complex coding problems by breaking them down into smaller, manageable tasks. The ability to solve problems is a trait that is useful in life in general. We all want our kids to become excellent problem solvers so that they can overcome any adversity they face. Learning to code gives kids the chance to learn this type of skill while they are young and it will help them along the way in life.

Coding gives kids the ability to try again and again especially if and when things don’t go right the first time, teaching them to learn from their mistakes and move on. They also learn that success is often the result of hard work and many repetitions of trial and error rather than immediate mastery of a skill.

Coding helps children strengthen their arithmetic and algebraic skills, being able to apply math to real-world situations in a practical and fun manner. It helps kids to be able to  visualize abstract concepts and makes math fun and creative

Communication is an essential skill throughout school, work, and life. People who can communicate complex ideas in simple terms tend to be successful in different industries and walks of life.

Critical thinking is all about making judgements and decisions based on reason and logic. By practising critical thinking skills, kids who code develop a disciplined process for analyzing problems, gathering data and information, understanding the objective, distinguishing between possible solutions, predicting possible results, and choosing a problem-solving approach. When kids code, they learn how to communicate with the most simple-minded audience imaginable: computers. Computer coding teaches kids how to break down complex ideas and arrange them in a way that computers can understand.

We will all agree, there’s no shortage of excellent careers in the field of computer programming. Many of the technology giants today were created by young minds. Facebook was invented by a 19-year-old. Snapchat by a 21-year-old. Reddit by a 22-year-old and Google by a 25-year-old.

Now tell me, why haven’t you enrolled your kid to learn to code? Is it because you don't know where to start or how to go about it? We at Mentortribes will love to help you set your kid up for success.

If we want to set our kids up for success, then they should learn how to code. Coding for kids helps improve their mathematics and writing skills and gives them valuable skills in life and eventually in the workforce

10 REASONS WHY EVERY KID SHOULD LEARN TO CODE 

“Guy, forget Tech. I don’t see anything there. I have been on it for 3 years but I can’t seem to make headways. Not even a single gig. All those things are scam.” Josh vibrated.

“Hold on, hold on, I am your friend yes, but I am not guy, lol. Has it gotten to the extent of calling me, guy?”

He laughed. “All I’m saying is, Tech Skills are over hyped.”

My friend, Josh has been on this journey like he said, for three years. He is as some would say “self-taught” or “Internet-taught” and the truth is, Josh is not fit to handle gigs yet, I do tell him.

Discussing with Josh, I made him know the importance of learning from one source to avoid information overload and most importantly, having someone hold your hand as you build a career in Tech. This is known as “Mentorship-based learning.”

The UNESCO International Bureau of Education sees mentorship-based learning as a relationship between a less experienced individual and a more experienced person known as a mentor through which the mentor facilitates and supports learning. 

It can involve a one-on-one relationship or a network of multiple mentors.

The purpose of mentoring is to help mentees tap into the knowledge of those with more experience than themselves and learn faster than they would on their own. It is also an opportunity to grow their network and connect with leaders rather than just their peers.

So the internet can be likened to an ocean with all kinds of creatures, some of same species but they sure have their distinctive features. The same can be said about course materials available on the internet where you have different people teach their own perspective on the same matter. 

The negative effect on the learner? Information overload, Confusion and frustration. Take for instance Digital Marketing. There are lots of videos on YouTube about it but all are different with a thin similarity which is difficult to spot.

Relying on the internet to learn a Tech skill will leave you picking tiny fractions of information with no guidance on how to piece them together. Because, the course creators are not readily available to attend to the learners.

This is why it is important to be intentional when choosing where to learn a skill. And choosing a Tech skill service provider like Mentortribes that leverages on mentorship-based learning makes a whole lot of difference. Tech is hard already. Navigating through it without help is a journey you wouldn’t want to make.

On the flip side, Mentorship-based learning will save you all the rigors and hassles of having to figure things out on your own.

Here are some of the advantages of Mentorship-based learning in Tech:

1. Shortens the learning curve: With mentorship-based learning, you are guided by mentors on the dos and don’ts of your chosen Tech path as well as industry best practices. You also learn what you are supposed to straight up rather than experimenting on trials and errors and in turn waste time unnecessarily. Having someone mentor you will cut a journey of three years by half or even less.

2. Leverage on the experiences of mentors: The mistakes, the lessons, the toils have all been done by mentors. They know where the jobs are and how to get them. Holding your hands means you do not need to do the searching. They have cracked the code and you just have to leverage on their experiences to excel.

3. A support system: Is there a feeling greater than having someone you can call on when you feel stuck? I doubt there is. I was discussing with a friend and he said that for the past three days he has been trying to troubleshoot a particular issue but it wasn’t working. Imagine that he has a mentor, he would not have to waste such amount of time on a single task.

Having a support system also comes in handy when you feel like giving up. Because the truth is, days would come when you feel like nothing is working and you would want out. A mentor would therefore hold you down while using himself as a reference point on why you should persevere.

4. Have someone refer you to people that matter: A mentor is that one person that would mention your name in a room where your expertise is needed. You wonder why you have not gotten a job in Tech and someone whom you know when he started learning, finishes and gets one easily? Or why some people get higher paying jobs than others? They have people on whose back they ride: mentors!

With Mentorship-based learning, you get to connect with industry leaders rather than your peer.

Working in the Tech industry invariably means you get to spend a lot of time on your laptop and smartphones and for all we know, the lights emanating from these screens are not healthy for the eyes.

The eye is among the most important organs of the human body. Without it, we cannot function optimally so it’s necessary we take precautions to ensure that our eyes are healthy.

Too much screen time can be damaging to the eyes but for someone who makes a living off the internet, these lights also known as Blue Lights are unavoidable.

Blue Lights, simply put are a range of lights that contain the highest amount of energy in the visible spectrum. Your laptops, smartphones, your LED televisions all have one thing in common: Blue Lights of which excessive exposure to, have been found to cause certain damages to the retina.

Too much exposure to blue Lights can cause Macular degeneration (which can lead to permanent vision loss), and Digital eye strain.

According to Charles Awuzie, a Nigerian TechPreneur based in South Africa, one of the good advices we should no longer take in 2023 is “Reduction of Screen time”. Just like he said, we now work, study, hold meetings and carryout transactions on devices and screens. Reducing screen time will mean reducing productivity and for a large part of the world population, it will mean putting a limit to our source of income especially, people in Tech. This does not mean he cared less about eye health.

What can you then do to keep your eyes healthy and out of harm’s way even as you work in the Tech space?

1. Blue light filters: if you are always exposed to the “screen”, a convenient way to reduce exposure is to apply blue light filters to your device screen. These filters are available for smartphones, computer screens and tablets and you can easily purchase them where computer devices/electronics are sold.

2. Protective eye wears: wearing blue light blocking glasses, yellow-tinted computer glasses or glasses with anti-reflective lenses can also help keep your eyes safe. 

3. Ensure you rest your eyes: choose a time when you usually get off work and use that period to rest your eyes.it could be during the weekend when you do not have much to do on your computer.

4. Eat foods that support eye health: consuming less junks and more healthy foods will help you stay fit. Special attention should be paid to carrots, bell peppers, kale, spinach, broccoli, strawberries, oysters, salmon, eggs, meats and healthy fats as they promote and support good eye health.

Having a career in Tech and especially working remotely means we cannot totally avoid exposure to Blue lights but we can take measures to keep safe while on the screen. Do the best you can to support your eye health.

Working in the Tech industry invariably means you get to spend a lot of time on your laptop and smartphones and for all we know, the lights emanating from these screens are not healthy for the eyes.  But for someone who makes a living off the internet, these lights also known as Blue Lights are unavoidable. How then do you manage to keep your career running whilst prioritizing your eye health? 

BLUE LIGHT AND EYE HEALTH: A CONCERN FOR PEOPLE IN THE TECH

We advocate learning Technological skills. This is because there are endless possibilities and opportunities as well as flexible work environment in the Tech space.

As much as technological skills are trending, and one cannot go wrong with them, one’s reasons for venturing in matter a lot. Every action is backed up by a motive and pursuing a career in Tech is not an exception.

It is your reasons for going into a thing that help you stay put when the going gets tough and it doesn’t seem rosy and, it is definitely the wrong reasons that see people giving up on something when it turns out not being as they expected.

Here are some wrong Reasons people go into Tech

Money: Before you say “What?” please calm down, please, LOL! Are you calm now? Great! We know money is good and necessary for everyday living. We know also, that money is one of the reasons why we learn skills and go into businesses. Money is a motivation. But what happens when you go into Tech solely for the money and the money is not forthcoming? This is why passion is necessary. When you make money your only motivation and propelling force, frustration becomes inevitable.

Friends: Some people go into Tech and venture into particular area because they have friends that are in that particular niche who are hitting the money big. You do not have same passion as them so it would be wrong to toe the Tech path because of your friends.

To prove a point: The issue of “others are doing it, why can’t I” or “I can do better than what he or she is currently doing”, is a very wrong reason to take an action most especially in Tech. others are into it, and so what if you are not cut out for it?

For the title:  Some people fancy the titles “Tech Bro”, “Tech Sis”, “Programmer”, etc. These are mere titles and are worth nothing if the bearer doesn’t know his onion or, do you not know that there are broke Tech bro and sis?

Look beyond the above reasons and find what motivates you naturally. Do not go into Tech because your friends are all gone in or because you feel that it is the new gold or because it is all the rave.

It is also important to speak with someone who is in Tech to mentor and counsel you and to help you discover your why.

Wrong reasons why People venture into Tech

That’s right, you want to learn a digital skill.

It’s awesome to improve on oneself and that also includes improving financially.

You have access to the internet so it’s dumb to think that you do not know what’s trending: Technological skills!

Call it digital skill, soft skill, technological skill, it all means the same thing: A skill that requires more of intellectual/mental work than physical strength to carry out. It is all the rave and yes! It is worth it.

If you want to learn a tech skill or you wish to pursue a career in tech but seem overwhelmed with the many options that you do not know which is best for you, then read till the end and we promise you will gain clarity.

There is a surge in interest in the Tech space in recent years and it can only go up. But why the surge? The answer is increase in Technological innovations which require the knowledge of some skills (technological skills) to navigate.

This surge has changed a lot of things including the way people live and work, giving a large number of the world population the freedom to live and work remotely and smartly.

It could be overwhelming deciding which one skill to pursue a career in. This is because there are loads of these skills out there but the truth is that, there is that one skill for you and all it takes to change your financial status is just, that one skill.

Here is our take on how to know which is that “one skill” for you.

Passion: when choosing a tech skill, go for what you have passion for. It is your passion that will keep you motivated and unrelenting when the money isn’t coming in yet.

Are you passionate about writing or designing then go for skills related to them.

Your strengths and weaknesses: let’s face it, you know your strength, your weaknesses, you know what you can start, finish and not abandon half way through.

You know if you are good with numbers or letters and that informs your decision. If you are cool with numbers then go for coding/programming related field. If it’s letters, look towards writing/ copy/marketing.

Do not be a run-away science student that jumps into more complex science in Tech, LOL! Actually some guys avoided sciences not because they cannot take the heat but because they were not properly taught at the formation stage.

If you feel you can do it, go for it then. You would want to do what you do with some level of ease, right? More like it comes naturally. This aid your learning process.

Duration: some skills take longer to learn than others. So, if your goal is to learn and perfect in a month or two and start earning, well, consider skills you can master quickly.

In summary, know what you can take, what your goals for the skill are, whether they be long term or short term.

And yes, no one skill is better than the other. It all boils down to what you make of it.

It could be overwhelming deciding which Technological skill to pursue a career in. This is because there are loads of these skills out there but the truth is that, there is that one skill for you and all it takes to change your financial status is just, that one skill.

If we want to set our children up for academic success, every child should learn to code. Coding for kids not only helps improve their mathematics and writing skills but also gives them valuable skills in life and eventually in the workforce.

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