Career Tips For Women: How To Succeed In A Workplace Dominated

In many developed countries of the world women are beginning to cross boundaries and limitations of work and are occupying (as well as doing well) in positions previously seen as strictly for men. That there has been progress for women in the workplace in Nigeria is certain but it is still a men’s world out there. The 2010 Women’s World data on Labour force participation showed that men comprise of over 60% of the active labour force. In 1990 however the percentage was as high as 75%. Clearly more women are becoming absorbed into the work place but any woman with the ambition to reach the zenith of her career would surely have to contend with a few men. This article is not a call to war neither does it seek to make female career individuals see the male folk as obstacles. Rather it is aimed at helping the female worker to unleash the qualities and talents within and stretch beyond limitations in achieving their career goals and objectives. To shine in a work place dominated by men here are a few tips to get you started;

20 Ways To Describe Yourself In A Job Interview

“Please describe yourself in a few words”. It’s the job interview of your life and you need to come up with something fast. Mental pictures of words are mixing in your head and your tongue tastes like alphabet soup. You mutter words like “deterministic” or “innovativity” and you realize you’re drenched in sweat. You wish you had thought about this. You wish you had read this post before. Here are 20 sentences that you could use when you are asked to describe yourself. Choose the ones that describe you the best. “I am someone who…”: 1. “can adapt to any situation. I thrive in a fluctuating environment and I transform unexpected obstacles into stepping stones for achievements.” 2. “consistently innovates to create value. I find opportunities where other people see none: I turn ideas into projects, and projects into serial success.” 3. “has a very creative mind. I always have a unique perspective when approaching an issue due to my broad range of interests and hobbies. Creativity is the source of differentiation and therefore, at the root of competitive advantage.” 4. “always has an eye on my target. I endeavour to deliver high-quality work on time, every time. Hiring me is the only real guarantee for results.” 5. “knows this job inside and out. With many years of relevant experience, there is no question whether I will be efficient on the job. I can bring the best practices to the company.”

25 Powerful Reasons To Eat Bananas

You will never look at a banana the same way again after discovering the many health benefits and remasons to add them to your diet. 1. Bananas help overcome depression due high levels of tryptophan,which is converted into serotonin -- the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter. 2. Eat two bananas before a strenuous workout to pack an energy punch and sustain your blood sugar. 3. Protect against muscle cramps during workouts and night time leg cramps by eating a banana. 4. Counteract calcium loss during urination and build strong bones by supplementing with a banana. 5. Improve your mood and reduce PMS symptoms by eating a banana, which regulates blood sugar and produces stress-relieving relaxation 6. Bananas reduce swelling, protect against type II diabetes, aid weight loss, strengthen the nervous system, and help with the production of white blood cells, all due to high levels of vitamin B-6. 7. Strengthen your blood and relieve anemia with the added iron from bananas. 8. High in potassium and low in salt, bananas are officially recognized by the FDA as being able to lower blood pressure, and protect against heart attack and stroke. EATING BANANA AIDS DIGESTION

Security And Safety Tips For Drivers

Many Nigerians are safety conscious but many also would still fall victim of the following precautions i want to state below... Please share d message and remain blessed...

1). Avoid Rushing To Open Your Car Bonnet Incase You suspect any smoke or burning From your car engine:
Reason is when u rush to open your bonnet u stand a risk of either getting splash or increasing d fire because fire burns faster when exposed to oxygen.. SAFETY MEASURE is to park well and allow the smoke reduce and d engine to cool b4 u open.......

(2). Avoid using bad tyres or expired tyres on a highway
This has led to many accidents of tires bursting and cars crashing..

(3). Never put your working helmet on the back-screen of your car:
funny as it sounds but it has led to many deaths and attack. Nigerians like to put their helmet there but for safety and security reasons its not advisable. You expose yourself to armed robbers and kidnappers.. Imagine you carrying a helmet of total, Elf and other big companies in your back screen you are sending a message to this miscreant.. Put them in your boot instead.

(4). Avoid travelling at night on a road you are not familiar with:
this also has led to many road accidents when us speed on a road that you don't know that much or it has been long you travelled through there u stand a risk of crashing into big potholes and other bad road conditions.

(5). Never tell anyone apart from your immediate family members and loved ones that you are travelling:
Funny as it may sound many people have been robbed on highways and killed because of they exposed their journey anyhow..

(6). whenever you're driving and there is need to stop, it's advisable to off the ignition and come down from the car immediately the car is parked. Because it possible someone may be following you say kidnappers. the same Case if you're about to enter your car, open the door start the car immediately and move so that someone don't put gun on your head and ask you to come down.

Play safe and be wise as You travel dis season..

How To Deal With A Job You Dont Like.

We have all been there: we find ourselves in a job that we don’t enjoy; a job that isn't in our career field; a job that leaves us counting down the minutes until we can clock out and go home for the day. It’s just a natural part of life and a natural part of creating the career of our dreams, but that doesn't mean we have to suffer day in and day out. Here are my tips on how to deal with a job you don’t like:

Go to work with a good attitude

Whether you want to be there or not, having a positive attitude is huge! Our emotions are contagious and if we’re running around work filled with negativity, it’s going to rub off on those around us, creating a negative and hostile place to be. On the flip side, showing up to work smiling and happy will also spread through the office and before you realize it, it might not be such a bad place after all!

Recognize that a bad job does not equal a bad life

We spend around 40 hours a week at our jobs so it’s so easy to fall down the “woe is me” hole when we don’t enjoy what we’re doing or where we’re working. But it’s important to remember that a bad job doesn’t equal a bad life. Take a moment to recognize the other aspects that you love about your life and remember that our jobs are only a small slice of the pie.

Take time for YOU

Your Urine Colour And Health Status

What the Color of Your Urine Says About Hidden Problems in Your Body

Clear or light yellow
This is an ideal urine color. If you see very light yellow or clear urine, it means you are very well hydrated and the body is functioning the way it should be. This usually happens when a person drinks lots of water.

Yellow
If you see plain yellow urine, it means your body is not very well hydrated. It could be due to excessive sweating or low hydration. Hence, it indicates that you should be drinking more of liquids to avoid dehydration.

Dark yellow
Due to intake of some medications, your urine may turn dark yellow. If you notice this color, then seek medical assistance immediately, because it is a sign of medical problems like liver disorders and hepatitis.

Milky-white
This color is due to growth of bacteria in the urinary tract. It indicates urinary tract infection or presence of kidney stones.

Red or pink
Red or pink urine could be because of consumption of food made with red dye or natural red color food like beetroot and blackberries. In more serious terms, it could indicate blood getting in the urine. The reason could be problems in the urinary system, kidney stones or strenuous or aerobic exercise, which can cause the breakdown of red blood cells.

Orange
Medication used to ease urinary problem can cause the urine to turn orange. Besides, consumption of carrots or carrot juice can give a tinge of orange color to your urine.

How To Do A Bosom-Self Exam,Better safe than sorry. It only takes 15 minutes.

Adult women of all ages are encouraged to perform bosom self-exams at least once a month; at the end of your monthly menstrual cycle when your bosoms are not as tender. bosom cancer can occur at any age, though it is most common in women older than 50. Many bosom problems are first discovered by women themselves, often by accident. bosom lumps can be noncancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant).

J.H Medical center states, “Forty percent of diagnosed bosom cancers are detected by women who feel a lump, so establishing a regular bosom self-exam is very important.” While mammograms can help you to detect cancer before you can feel a lump, bosom self-exams help you to be familiar with how your bosoms look and feel so you can alert your healthcare professional if there are any changes.

How should a bosom self-exam be performed?

1) In the Shower
Using the pads of your fingers, move around your entire bosom in a circular pattern moving from the outside to the center, checking the entire bosom and armpit area. Check both bosoms each month feeling for any lump, thickening, or hardened knot. Notice any changes and get lumps evaluated by your healthcare provider.

2) In Front of a Mirror
Visually inspect your bosoms with your arms at your sides. Next, raise your arms high overhead.

Look for any changes in the contour, any swelling, or dimpling of the skin, or changes in the Tips. Next, rest your palms on your hips and press firmly to flex your chest muscles. Left and right bosoms will not exactly match—few women's bosoms do, so look for any dimpling, puckering, or changes, particularly on one side.