This particular post is for my doctors (and anyone else that finds it useful). Especially the younger colleagues that are leaving for greener pastures.I have an Aunt that lives in America. She is a second mother to me and one of the most objective people I know. If I have need for advice on any …
For my colleagues (and any other person that finds it useful).It is important to learn the art of presentation. A lot of people have great presentations but mess it up with the delivery. The aim of a presentation is not to teach the whole topic but to give enough to whet the appetite. Are you …
A lot of people are often confused about how to choose a mentor. The first thing you need to know about choosing a mentor is that it lies in YOUR hands. How if you may ask? You have to know what exactly you need mentoring in, else you’ll be running around in circles. Are you …
One of the culture shocks that happen when you leave Nigeria is that part when your senior colleagues tell you to call them by their first names. I know till now some people have not been able to get over that. ‘Ha…ki n ma pe egbe baba mi loruko? Agbedo!’ (To call my father’s age …
It is a well known fact that previously in Nigeria, there were only three major professions; according to Nigerian parents. Doctor, Lawyer, Engineer. Saying something contrary to that was tantamount to being unserious then. A lot of people therefore found themselves in medicine because…well, they were always at the top of their class in primary …
This particular post is for my colleagues especially people still in Nigeria. Especially if you’re in a residency program. I often get people ask me the question ‘How were you able to attend the international conferences/mentoring program you went for?’ The best thing you can do for yourself is to have a mentor(s) that will …
I have seen a lot of statements like ‘I need a mentor’, ‘I want to be mentored’, ‘How do I choose a mentor?’ I believe there are two ways to it. You might see someone that is making an impact and you officially ask to be their mentee; or you might be lucky to work …
Mentoring – The true mentor – mentee relationship is not ‘slavery’. Read More »
Mentoring refers to the art of giving advice/ helping a younger or less experienced person either at work or academically. It involves the mentor (person giving the advice) and the mentee (the receiver). One of the most important tips to success yet often overlooked. I have been blessed with great mentors. Mentorship is a two …
