Rizmo:
I am so grateful to God for taking me off the labour market even before I step into it.
I started applying for jobs early last month. Got an invite for the last application. It was a very tough interview sessions. Got interviewed by 3 different department inclusive of the MD. The MD curiosity was based on how I got his private email.
Long story short, I was asked to give them my date of resumption. I will have my POP as a worker. All glory to *God*. I want to use this medium to thank the nairaland crew, xfire (learnt so much from his thread "getting the dream job" De.bbie for her posts, www..com (their cv formats and tutoring work), the internet (third time I am getting a placement via the internet), S.eun (the nairaland brain), lalasticlala and all nairalanders.
#happymood#

Dahveydson:


Finally somebody is out of the closet.


You're not serious sha, xfire is giving a career talk at PAA. Don't miss it!!!

amicable09:

I love your readiness to help xfire. I want to be like you when I grow up sir, thanks on behalf of Kel. This is the Nigerian spirit which I admire. I am inspired *smiles.

Kelechi2020:
hello my job chatlanders....


I need to submit my cv to a firm and i seriously need my CV reviewed by in house professionals to ascertain my level of clarity and tenaciously make corrections to it.....

The road is tough and i believe my packaging will help me ...

God bless you all....

cc
ler.o15
jaru.s
xfi.re
amic.able09 (chief talker and queen of diaries)
dah.vyson et al.....

temi4fash:


You said I should send you my C.V but you have not replied me...

PrinceMario:
I'll be an ingrate if I don't appreciate those from whom I've learnt a lot from this year. Your comments ever since i got to know you on Nairaland have really impacted me,No thanks to the 2014 Nairaland tsunami that wiped away your priceless posts(my then account inclusive) but all thanks to the supreme God that have kept you to witness this new year. Most times,I only come on NL to read the comments of those i'm following.
Happy New Year to these great personalities;


xfire....Your love for the Nigerian youth is so unprecedented. I can remember when i was lost between two wills in my academics and the pressure on me was so intense,I mentioned you on your "achieving my dream career..." thread. You called me and we spoke for over forty minutes,during the course of your advice, you revealed to me that you're an alumnus of my department, the rest is history today as i'm now enjoying what i'm doing. Bros, na only God fit reward you.

qizick:
. Pls is my question dat irrelevant

simiolu1:
This is 2016 and I'm still waiting for Xfire to review my CV for me.

Gerrard59, could you please help review my CV? Thanks

Happy New Year to everyone; kudos

olabs201:
@xfire and others.. U people are doing a great job here. I prayed as u contribute one way or the other to the life of young Nigerian God will be ur guide in all ur doings.
Am a graduate of mechanical engineering from one the second generation university in the south west, with a 6month industrial trading in th oil and gas sector. But I love and passionate being a drilling engineer. Pls how can I accomplish it. Which professional training can be of benefit or do u advice to go for Msc. Am in the first done with the first stage of my service year. Thanks

Cyprian88:
Pls I'm an aspirant aspiring to be a petroleum engineer but i didn't meet d cutoff mark...but i was able to meet dat of geology
Do u tink sticking with geology is ok
Or i should move to petroleum engineering after my first year
Pls i need advice

Cyprian88:
Pls I'm an aspirant aspiring to be a petroleum engineer but i didn't meet d cutoff mark...but i was able to meet dat of geology
Do u tink sticking with geology is ok
Or i should move to petroleum engineering after my first year
Pls i need advice

Emyben:
x-fire, petengine, imag5, jarus
My brother in SS3 is an oil&gas dreamer... Can you advice him on what course to study in UNN? He is considering BioResources Engineering as it possibly relates to all these gas flaring issues etc.

What course would you advice him to fill in for his JAMB as First choice?
Bio Resource Engineering?
Geology?
Suggest yours too

nedie:
Good day all

I saw thread about how to survive as a contract staff in the banking industry and couldn’t help but create one for the IOCs.

Not that I know how to survive but anyone working there can educate the house.

I work in a bank but most times I always wonder if it is the same thing in the oil and gas industry. Maybe because I aspire to work there someday.

The discrimination is real! I can’t help but wonder, in all them oil companies is it the same level of discrimination? Is it as bad as it in banks?

The banks discriminate financially, benefit-wise even when it comes to work, the contract staff get a larger share and the worst part is that there is no hope of being converted to a full staff

So i`m calling on those who have worked in the oil and gas sector, please enlighten the house.

Cc jarus xfire scantee

Jamzig1:
Hello Sir @Xfire and every other person(s) in this thread. Actually in my 1st and only UTME last year I chose to study Civil Engr. in one of our Federal Universities Probably I didnt meet the Cut-off(the cut-oft wasnt published) for Civil Engr. I was offered Physics which I chose to study. I am now through with 100Level(2.1). I am interested in specializing in "Instrumentation & Control". My questions are: 1. How lucrative is that area of specialization.
2. How do i build myself to become a professional in the aforementioned.
3. What other area of Physics has higher prospects than the aforementioned.
Thanks in advance.
By the way, I am 17

huxman:
Good day everyone
Since the moment I found this thread it has been an inspiration to me.am just so happy I found it when I did because I just got admission into unilag to study radiography, though am currently through with my screening we are resuming dec 4. Which make the timing of this thread more perfect.
Presently, everything on my mind is how am going to come out with firstclass so I want all of you to give me additional advice on how to achieve this feat.(I just clock seventeen august first)
And pls whoever has the compilation of xfire work should kindly send it to this email huxman69@yahoo.com thanks in advance.
And once again am really glad I found this thread. And xfire and co am not sure u guyz know the amount of life u av inspired with this thread,more power to ur elbows.

Gerrard59:
http://www.jarushub.com/top-10-secrets-of-first-class-students/

http://www.jarushub.com/students-10-mistakes-that-can-cost-you-first-class-degree/

http://www.jarushub.com/traveling-the-jarus-road-he-wants-to-be-the-best-in-his-class/


Wish everyone the very best in their academic endeavours. Like he would say; Work hard and be diligent and, success would come.

bolu96:
Good day xfire, please I would like what your CGPA was while in school, course of study and institution graduated from, thanks in anticipation. awaiting your reply.

bolu96:
Good day xfire, please I would like what your CGPA was while in school, course of study and institution graduated from, thanks in anticipation. awaiting your reply.

Sempumping:
I have all, and am still searching... God help us.. God should be the number one point.

Pomzy:
Parks Car

I agree with you 100% but who you know matters also

HenryThegreat1:
It's God grace and connection;
forget grade

kingkendrick:
What is this one talking about, this is Nigeria, na Connect sure pass!

osazeeblue01:
Nigeria new system is where are u from? Who brought u here or sent u here. The fact remain WHO YOU KNOW.

sasquareT:


Mentor were on earth have you been?
Any glad to see you here again

What makes a Nigerian graduate employable in today's labour market?

No doubt, good jobs are hard to get in Nigeria. The 2014 Nigerian Immigration job test in which over 700,000 graduates were jostling for about 4,500 average paying job openings is a glaring example of the alarming employment situation. The bloated job market notwithstanding, many graduates still get absolved into good organizations on a yearly basis. This details a list of the top 10 most important qualities that enhance employability in Nigeria. It is almost a certainty that a graduate will land a good quality job within a short period if he or she has some of the 10 qualities mentioned below:
NB. These are not my wishlists but simply a true reflection of the most sought-after qualities in today's graduates.

1. Good grade - It is almost needless to say that one of the basic requirement for most vacancies these days is a good grade. You stand a better chance with a first class degree. Having a good grade automatically means that you can apply for almost all graduate jobs that require your area of expertise which increases your chance of getting the dream job. However, having a good grade is not an end to itself as there are many competing grads with equally good grades. For students, I will advise you work hard and graduate with stellar grades to increase your chances in the labour market.. For those already out with lower grades, work on other qualities to enhance your employability.

2. Communication skill - You can never underestimate the importance of communication - the ability to express one's self coherently and adequately both in writing and speaking. The difference between two equally good graduates usually boils down to the person who has superior articulation ability. Communication skill is critical to success both in the test and oral interview stage of a recruitment process. Writing skill is also essential in CV and cover letter writing. At the end of the day, it is not often the 'best' that gets the job; it is the candidate who is able to sell him/herself more than the rest that most frequently gets the job

3. Age - Like it or not, age remains a critical factor in the Nigerian labour market. Most graduate jobs have age restrictions. As you grow older, the number of eligible vacancies available to you would become progressively lesser. The younger you are, the more jobs you can pursue and the higher the probability of landing of one or more of the jobs

4. Networking / Interpersonal skills - Nigerians call this different names (such as recommendation, building contacts, connections, man-know-man, pressing buttons, favouristism, etc. ) depending on individual perception and perspective. Jobs are gotten via networking worldwide and Nigeria is not an exception. Networking in itself is not bad and can be used to further one's career. But the influence of networking in Nigeria is often blown out of proportion. You do not need to know anyone to land a good job, especially in the private sector. Countless number of people get good jobs in Nigeria without knowing anyone. I am a witness. However, it is still paramount to develop good social/networking skills.

5. Analytical Skill - This is one of the most essential skills highly sought after by companies. It is usually tested in the job aptitude exams. I have seen many graduates with good grades and marketable courses who flunk job tests simply because they have poor analytical/mathematical skills. They simply can't handle the mathematics / quantitative section of the tests. Analytical skill also involves problem solving and this is rigorously tested during interview sessions. You need a job? Work on your analytical ability. It is no excuse even if you read a non-science course (like English, law, history, etc.)

6. Masters / Professional Certification - There are simply some disciplines that having a masters degree, especially in a top school will brighten your chances of landing a dream job. Examples are geology, architecture, lecturing, some engineering disciplines, etc. There are certain kind of jobs (e.g. business and HR consulting) that having an MBA will be very valuable. Also, the importance of certification in disciplines such as accounting, Information Technology, Safety, HR, investment, stock broking, etc. cannot be overstated. However, many still get good jobs without having an extra degree or certification. Most graduate jobs do not necessarily require an additional degree.

7. Basic Computer Skill - The corporate world revolves around information technology. Almost all entry level job positions require graduates to have basic MS Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Most job vacancies are advertised and applied online. Many job tests are computer based. CV's and cover letters are designed using computers. Job hunting is all about information gathering and most information including books, interview and test materials are now in electronic forms.

8. Knowledge of Business / Corporate World- Having a knowledge of the corporate can be a big advantage, especially in interviews. Many employers search for this knowledge amongst graduates, even the technically inclined ones. Employers are business oriented and are increasingly leaning towards graduate with knowledge of how business runs and how to make business decisions, irrespective of academic background. This is akin to business leadership qualities. It isadvisable for graduates to have basic understanding issues such as personnel management, leave, branding, advertisement, finance, investment, labour issues, community issues, workplace safety, managing your boss, etc

9. 'Marketability' of course - The more marketable your course of study is, the brighter your chances of getting a good job. All courses are good, but some courses appear more 'marketable' than others. Just go through job vacancies in the last 5 years and you will not disagree with me that courses such as accounting, engineering, nursing, medicine, etc. seem to be more in demand.

10. Valuable Internship/ Volunteer Experience - Having relevant internship or volunteer experience can potentially give you a competitive edge over others in sectors such as oil/gas, construction, advertising, banking etc. Many graduates get chosen above others as a result of applicable experience garnered from a few months of internship. However, it is not the only prerequisite for success in job hunting.

Other important factors worthy of mention include tribe / region (e.g. oil companies favour host communities in job placements), talent, alma mater (some schools simply carry more weight than others), leadership experience etc. In conclusion, it must be reiterated that the above qualities can only improve greatly your chances of landing a good job in Nigeria. There is always the GOD factor / luck / grace that cannot be ruled out.

Xfire is a graduate of one of the notable public universities in Nigeria, with working experience in the FMCG and petroleum industry. He currently works as an engineer in a multinational oil company in Nigeria. He is passionate about guiding people to achieve their dream careers, and he is known for his pragmatic approach towards career and life issues.

Edipee:
thanks bro. I've learnt so much from this thread. Keep on the good work. I'm sorry, I erred. Didn't know the airtel will load after doing Justice to one MTN. God bless you Sir.

ShutdownBrown24:
I saw this waec result from my friend cousin, I was wondering is kind of waec result possible in Nigerian. OK if it is possible, did the candidate use is own brain to write this or did the person used any expo or is it a mistake from waec.

This are the questions I do ask my self. So see for your self is this possible in Nigeria?

kayceerilyn:
Good morning Sir X-fire. Please I need your advice and recommendation. Someone told me of a program Young Africans Leaders Initiative,YALI founded by President Barack Obama and well,you can take courses on leadership and how to start up a business. But it involves a lot of travels,for instance,to Benin republic in September. I'm an undergraduate in the university. Will you suggest I go for the stuff owing to the fact that i I willll be given certificates and I'll increase my network?? Will such a certificate be said to be a professional certificate??

HEADYWORLD:
I want your sincere advise on the subject above. I have national
diploma in mechanical engineering and am also in
my Hnd1 second semester.
May this year I applied for nestle technical
training program and I am among the top 20
selected which we are done with medical and we are to report to their HR on the 1st of september because the program will kick start September this year. The
program is 18month intensive training and we
will be awarded CITY AND GUILDS OF LONDON.
During the program the company will be paying us
for the upkeep and we have access to lunch and
all other incentives. After the completion of the
program the top five student will be sent abroad
for additional 3months training and there is also
employment opportunity for the students.
Is advisable to leave my HND program in pursuit
of this, because I cant combine the two together.
And also considering the benefit that comes with
the training.
Thanks in anticipation for your sincere advise.

radiantochi:
Mr xfire, please I need your advice, am a graduate of Microbiology, graduated with second class upper
, and I just finished my service in July, I have started applying for jobs but am confused about
what to do with this Microbiology I studied cus it has limited job opportunities even though I love the course so much

Ademat7:
sometimes typing might be hard have u consider putting info in audio file?

karleone:
Hello Mr Xfire,

I have been able to read through all your threads, and I most commend, it's helpful and educating, especially with the poise with which you treat every issue.

Just as most graduates have asked about the relevance of their field of study in the Oil and Gas sector, I wish to inquire the relevance of a Civil (Structural) Engineer in the Industry, as most of the platforms are designed for before being built?

Also, as a Civil/Structural graduate, is it advisable to hold a Masters degree, or say, run a masters program in Subsea engineering, knowing fully well that both don't much of have a relation?

Thanks

Chisom

You can email me or run a career advice with iwuagwuchisom@gmail.com