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Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 4:41pm On Jul 30, 2015 |
simiolu1:Sorry...just seeing this. I guess the 3 weeks has elapsed. Have you finally resolved the issue? |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 4:57pm On Jul 30, 2015 |
Sashafm:Unfortunately I am not a geographer so I might not be able to go indepth on the applications of geography in our society. Nonetheless, a degree in geopgrahy offers you the badic platform to be able to specialize in an array of disciplines such as town planning, GIS, surveying, environmental science, hydrology, climatology, etc. You may even be able to delve into geology. You may however require a 2nd degree if you want to continue in any of these lines. However at your young age and with a good grade, there will be many opportunities open to you outside Geography as a discipline. Many jobs today only require you to have a good grade in any discipline. At your stage, you could consider a variety of options and then choose whichever you find passion in. I have seen geographers end up in banks, institutions of learning, oil firms, audit firms and breweries all serving in various capacities. cheers...... 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 5:24pm On Jul 30, 2015 |
Ehimenboy:Hi.. Like you said, the first step is to be serious with your academics and graduate with a solid CGPA. That way your chances of getting a scholarship will be higher. Secondly, you need to start saving money since you come from an 'average' home. How do you go about that? I can deduce from your enquiry that you are above avergae academically. Why not apply for the numerous undergraduate scholarship opportunities and win a few? That way, you will be getting extra cash which you can save (in dollars if you ask me. Naira seems to be too unstable). They are not that difficult to win. Most of the scholarships are only open to first and second year students so if you are yet apply, plea start doing so. The saved money will come in handy when you want to write GRE and TOEFL or when application fees for schools. Thirdly, start gathering information. This is vital. There are a few overseas scholarship opportunities in Nigeria like Exxon, Agip and PTDF (not sure if PTDF still offers overseas scholarship). There is also Commonwealth and a host of others. You need to find and get mentors who have passed through that journey before so that they can give you proper guidance and information. For instance, there are countries where tuition is free. Each country and school also have different requirements. Some schools are more open to foreign students than others. Some countries, like UK have strict policies against giving foreign graduates work permit. You need to know all these information and more. I know many people that can be of help but it's pretty too soon. Even darellrivers and tanimola22 of Nairaland will be very helpful. For now, focus more on your academics, be open to information and wait till your final year before you start a rigorous search. cheers...... 1 Like |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 5:44pm On Jul 30, 2015 |
Lordbinsmar:I will advise that you continue learning. If your purpose of learning welding is to enhance your mechanical engineering skill (and not necessarily to get a job), then you are on the right path. I am of the view that people should be passionate about their area of discipline.Welding and fabrication is an integral part of mechanical engineering. Learning welding from a roadside will not necessarily boost your chances of getting a job, but it will help boost your interest in mechanical engineering. I know a mechanical engineer working in oil firm as a manager who has a machine shop in his house. He developed interest in practical work right from his undergraduate days. Even though he doesn't require the skill in his current job, the skill has helped me in some instances in his career. However, your physical wellbeing comes first. If learning welding is physically stressful and it's taking a toll on your health, please stop it. There are many other aspects of mechanical engineering that does not require welding and fabrication. As a matter of fact, you may never weld or fabricate as an engineer. Typically, technicians do the welding. However, you will need to have an indepth understanding of the concept. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 5:48pm On Jul 30, 2015 |
Seunvense:Unfortunately, I don't keep copies of my write-ups. Check jarushub.com and ask McWhillion. He has a neat copy of my write-up here. Such a great guy. cheers.... 1 Like |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 5:53pm On Jul 30, 2015 |
I guess I have answered all the questions thrown at me. Sorry for the late response. No excuses. I have been so inactive on this forum. Maybe I consider expanding my base from career to family section...lol. So much to share but I have not been active lately. Later in the week, I will share one of the most defining moments of career, and the lessons I learnt from it. Cheers.... 4 Likes |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by Odunharry(m): 6:15pm On Jul 30, 2015 |
Viewing this topic: dearpreye ( m), xfire I hail o |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by neahyo(m): 9:32pm On Jul 30, 2015 |
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Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by simiolu1(m): 11:23pm On Jul 30, 2015 |
xfire: Thanks. would do that asap. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by favour220(f): 2:13am On Jul 31, 2015 |
From all indication Mr. Xfire, you are very intelligent, disciplined, focused,smart,compassionate,and humane, the kind of man I would like to spend the rest of my life with, Please will you marry me? I'm single and 34yrs but very smart, intelligent and caring, and that is, If you are still single... 14 Likes 6 Shares |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by McWhillion(m): 6:38am On Jul 31, 2015 |
xfire:Am humbled. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by McWhillion(m): 6:48am On Jul 31, 2015 |
Seunvense:You've got mail |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by beau49: 9:43am On Jul 31, 2015 |
favour220: Wow....you are so bold |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by Odunharry(m): 10:00am On Jul 31, 2015 |
beau49:True. can you take such step? |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by beau49: 10:06am On Jul 31, 2015 |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 10:08am On Jul 31, 2015 |
neahyo: As a first class graduate in statistics, I see no reason why you won't get job offers if you are good. There are many job opportunities that only require good grades in any course of study. Statistics is analytical by nature, so smart guys like you will find it easy to ace through aptitude tests once you prepare. Having said that, I think your best bet as a statistician is to improve your computer skills. Statistics goes with computer science. As a matter of fact, some schools offer computer science with statistics. I will advise that you learn some valuable computer application packages like Excel, Matlab and SPSS. You can also learn a few programming languages and probably be certified in a few of them. To me, improving your computer skills seems to be the most important step for you right now. When you start working and you discover your areas of interest, you can now start thinking of specializing or pursuing certifications in that career line. cheers..... |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by AlphaMaximus(m): 10:12am On Jul 31, 2015 |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 10:16am On Jul 31, 2015 |
favour220:Thanks Favour for the compliment So sweet However, I think I am just a normal everyday guy with all the weaknesses and idiosyncrasies associated with men. I may not be as perfect as you think. The anonymous nature of this forum sometimes creates an image of which we may not represent cheers..... 7 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by temi4fash(m): 10:22am On Jul 31, 2015 |
xfire:Xfire, Have dropped a messages a couple of times but you have not been able to reply them. Would like if you could help with my C.V review. So can I send it to you. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 10:35am On Jul 31, 2015 |
AlphaMaximus:You aee right. These are not great times for the oil and gas industry. There is massive streamlining of activities going on. Some of the major oil firms have placed embargo on recruitment while a few have gone further to relieve staffs. In this modern day economy, one should focus more on skill security rather than job security. If you have marketable skill set, you will always bring in the money. The era of job security is gradually fading away. To answer your question, computer programming (like you mentioned) seems to be in great demand. One of my relative finished with a 2.2 and immediately delve into computer programming. Today, he is a manager in one of the 3 major online shopping mall. He is currently scouting for good programmers, and his firm had to go all the way to South Africa to recruit some seasoned programmers. He told me that programmers are in high demand. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by Odunharry(m): 10:39am On Jul 31, 2015 |
beau49:Lol....thought a woman can do better what a man can do ? There's no harm in trying though |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by beau49: 10:50am On Jul 31, 2015 |
Odunharry:Some men can't ask a lady out,so I will copy this ones. Err...I don't even want to try,I will pass thank you lol. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by xfire: 11:04am On Jul 31, 2015 |
beau49: Lol. You don't necessarily need to ask the guy out. All you have to do is to give the guy some greenlight. A sharp guy will understand temi4fash:xfire2014@gmail.com Please quote your username. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by Nobody: 11:08am On Jul 31, 2015 |
beau49:Girls are not smiling. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by temi4fash(m): 11:55am On Jul 31, 2015 |
xfire:Sent |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by Odunharry(m): 12:21pm On Jul 31, 2015 |
beau49:Lol....like I said earlier, no harm in trying |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by Odunharry(m): 12:23pm On Jul 31, 2015 |
artisticallyart:Things don Change bro. . Gals are not smiling tru true |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by beau49: 1:41pm On Jul 31, 2015 |
Odunharry: Lol artisticallyart: Yes...we aren't . xfire: the greenlight path I can still manage but to outrightly tell him how I feel is a big no. I can't shout. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by Odunharry(m): 2:40pm On Jul 31, 2015 |
beau49:P: you can shout o. ..but seriously is it a crime? The guy might be the shy type you know |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by Nobody: 2:53pm On Jul 31, 2015 |
Odunharry:Yeah!!! It ain't a crime but you know girls from this angle. |
Re: Achieving The Dream Career: My Story, My Lessons by simiolu1(m): 3:22pm On Jul 31, 2015 |
xfire: You've got mail!!! |
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