Financial literacy is an essential life skill that empowers you to make informed financial decisions. While it’s a skill you can learn at any age, the earlier you master it, the better. At our recent training, we hosted CPA Philip Ogutu who gave an insightful presentation on financial literacy to graduates of St. Aloysius. I’m […]
Remote work has become increasingly popular after COVID-19. The pandemic forced companies to create alternative ways to keep the work going during the lockdowns. Looking back, remote work is the silver lining in the dark clouds of that period. Today, many professionals prefer the flexibility of remote work to working from the office. With remote […]
Communication is a foundational skill that everyone needs to excel in to get things done. Before you get into the intricacies of corporate communications, think of communication as a tool that enables us, as humans, to accomplish everyday tasks and coexist in our communities. It’s thus a foundational skill that everyone needs to finesse to […]
On April 5th, MustardSeed conducted an introductory Safeguarding Training session at Don Bosco, Karen. The training brought together members of MustardSeed alongside teachers and support staff from St. Aloysious. The session emphasized the importance of creating safe environments for all individuals, particularly vulnerable populations such as children. The trainers delved into various aspects of safeguarding, […]
Job hunting is a challenging task. And that’s alright because it’s not supposed to be; you have to make an effort to put yourself out there, meet the right people and grab the opportunities that life throws your way. Tough, isn’t it? You must actively seek to find– even jobs that your ambitious self considers […]
Essential digital skills are a step towards learning lots of other new things. They can improve your confidence to use technology for work, learning and daily life. Many jobs today need digital skills. You need them even for jobs that do not ask for high levels of qualifications or experience. For example, if you work in […]
By James Wright. Unapologetically Obsessed with. During the first month of unemployment, many individuals experience fear and anxiety but are still able to stay optimistic about what is in view just beyond the horizon. By the time a person has been unemployed for 6 months or longer, fear and anxiety can find company with desperation, […]
Every single day you hear about the devastating joblessness that plagues our country. From the radio to televisions to newspapers to social media, you hear heart-breaking stories of graduates who did well in their studies but cannot find a job. Joblessness is mean. It takes a lot from you; self-esteem, relationships, and power. You know, […]