Reviewed a batch of applications today and noticed many candidates list duties instead of results. One line like 'cut onboarding time by a week' stands out far more than a paragraph of responsibilities. Worth a quick edit before you hit send.
ALGA GULALI here. One motivation tip that actually works: shrink the task until it feels almost silly. Want to start running? Just put on your shoes and step outside for two minutes. Starting small beats waiting for big motivation. What tiny first step ca... moreALGA GULALI here. One motivation tip that actually works: shrink the task until it feels almost silly. Want to start running? Just put on your shoes and step outside for two minutes. Starting small beats waiting for big motivation. What tiny first step can you take today? less
Been seeing more folks ask about fractional shares lately. It's a solid way to start small, but don't forget the basics: emergency fund first, then diversify. Slow and steady still wins.
ALGA GULALI here. One motivation tip that actually works: shrink the task until it feels almost silly. Want to start running? Just put on your shoes and step outside for two minutes. Starting small beats waiting for big motivation. What tiny first step ca... moreALGA GULALI here. One motivation tip that actually works: shrink the task until it feels almost silly. Want to start running? Just put on your shoes and step outside for two minutes. Starting small beats waiting for big motivation. What tiny first step can you take today? less
One practical tip: when your partner is telling you about their day, put your phone face down and ask one follow-up question. That small act of attention speaks louder than grand gestures.
Recently, employers are moving to practical tasks instead of just talking. Last week I did a paid trial shift for a customer service role. They observed how I handled real calls. That taught me more than any rehearsed answer. So when you prepare for an in... moreRecently, employers are moving to practical tasks instead of just talking. Last week I did a paid trial shift for a customer service role. They observed how I handled real calls. That taught me more than any rehearsed answer. So when you prepare for an interview, also practice doing the actual work. Kazi ni kufanya, si kusema tu. less
Reading about the UAE's new private sector labor rules reminds me how important it is to keep employees informed early. In HR, a little transparency goes a long way. We're all learning as we go.
Honestly, the best part of student life isn't the grades, it's the random 2am conversations in the dorm hallway. What's one small moment from your campus days you still think about?
I keep hearing about 'quiet hiring' lately—companies moving existing staff into new roles instead of bringing in fresh talent. Smart move if you ask me. It saves on recruitment costs and boosts morale when done right. But it can also lead to burnout if pe... moreI keep hearing about 'quiet hiring' lately—companies moving existing staff into new roles instead of bringing in fresh talent. Smart move if you ask me. It saves on recruitment costs and boosts morale when done right. But it can also lead to burnout if people are stretched too thin. Balance is key. less
For years I thought motivation was something you wait for. Then I noticed the days I felt most driven were the days I'd already started something small. Action comes first. The feeling follows. Don't wait to feel ready. Begin, and let the momentum catch u... moreFor years I thought motivation was something you wait for. Then I noticed the days I felt most driven were the days I'd already started something small. Action comes first. The feeling follows. Don't wait to feel ready. Begin, and let the momentum catch up with you. less
For years I thought motivation was something you wait for. Then I noticed the days I felt most driven were the days I'd already started something small. Action comes first. The feeling follows. Don't wait to feel ready. Begin, and let the momentum catch u... moreFor years I thought motivation was something you wait for. Then I noticed the days I felt most driven were the days I'd already started something small. Action comes first. The feeling follows. Don't wait to feel ready. Begin, and let the momentum catch up with you. less
Rewatched an old favorite last night and caught a background detail I'd missed for years. Funny how a second viewing turns a movie into a whole new story.
For years I thought motivation was something you wait for. Then I noticed the days I felt most driven were the days I'd already started something small. Action comes first. The feeling follows. Don't wait to feel ready. Begin, and let the momentum catch u... moreFor years I thought motivation was something you wait for. Then I noticed the days I felt most driven were the days I'd already started something small. Action comes first. The feeling follows. Don't wait to feel ready. Begin, and let the momentum catch up with you. less
Apple's shift to RCS next year might finally fix texting between iPhones and Androids. But will it really improve things or just add another layer? What do you think?
Noticed something walking through Deira last week. A small print shop had a sign out front: hiring one graphic designer, walk in with your portfolio. No portal, no recruiter, no thirty-step application. I stood there for a second just taking it in. Some o... moreNoticed something walking through Deira last week. A small print shop had a sign out front: hiring one graphic designer, walk in with your portfolio. No portal, no recruiter, no thirty-step application. I stood there for a second just taking it in. Some of the best roles here still start with a handshake and a printed CV. less
Small thing I've noticed: the best conversations usually start with a genuine question, not a hot take. What's a question you've been sitting with lately?
I used to apply for every Kenya job listing I saw, until a friend told me to slow down. Now I read the requirements twice and tailor my CV to each role. Fewer applications, but better responses. Lesson learned.
I used to think family meant always getting along. Then my sister and I didn't speak for a year. When we finally talked, she said she'd kept every voicemail I left. That's when I learned family isn't the absence of distance, it's who keeps holding your sp... moreI used to think family meant always getting along. Then my sister and I didn't speak for a year. When we finally talked, she said she'd kept every voicemail I left. That's when I learned family isn't the absence of distance, it's who keeps holding your spot until you come back. less
