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10 reasons why I’ve fired my staff

Being a boss is hard. But the hardest part may be letting people off when they don’t fit in. What constitutes “fit-in” is neither here nor there. Here are 10 of the common “get the hell out of my office” lines I’ve ever used: #1 I need to find myself At some point in my […]

Posted 28 September 2023 § Piscalux ‡ Comments (0) °

Delights, dangers, and disappointments of remote work

Remote work or Work From home (WFM) is either the biggest blessing or the craziest curse to hit the professional landscape in the last 50 years. Before you scream your opinion, just know that views depend on who is making an opinion. The impact of remote work on the global work culture has been undeniable. […]

Posted 18 September 2023 § Piscalux ‡ Comments (0) °

Look before you leap: A practical guide for those who want to work in startups

Startups have undeniably fueled global economic growth over the last 30 years. In Africa, success stories like Paystack, Moniepoint, and Piggyvest have demonstrated the value startups can create. The irresistible allure of startups, driven by their achievements, entices many to join their ranks. However, here’s the question, “is everyone truly cut out to work in […]

Posted 14 August 2023 § Piscalux ‡ Comments (1) °

Tinubu’s student loan plan is great. But there is a better way to do it.

The Federal Government of Nigeria recently signed the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education Act, 2023 into law. This is a big step in the right direction of providing affordable credit for all Nigerians. Nigeria can’t grow without credit – that’s a fact.  Only a little over 1% of Nigerians are successfully enrolled in a […]

Posted 16 July 2023 § Piscalux ‡ Comments (0) °

Without access to credit for everyone, Nigeria can’t hit the growth it wants

Let’s start with a story about Bimpe and Uche. Bimpe, a graduate of Sociology from the University of Lagos, is working an underpaying job with no growth prospects. With a salary of N100,000 and more mouths to feed than she could afford, Bimpe was miserable. She couldn’t continue living that way and she decided to […]

Posted 08 July 2023 § Piscalux ‡ Comments (0) °