Tolu Ojewunmi
Discover the magic of self-care ā a journey of nurturing your mind, body, and soul for a flourishing life.
Dive into the image below to explore the essence of self-care. #SelfCareJourney #MindBodySoul
The Power of Self-Care: Nurturing Your Well-Being
Life is busy, and we often forget to take care of ourselves. Self-care is essential, not a luxury. Think of it as a vital recharge for your mind, body, and soul. Here’s how it helps:
– Recharge Your Batteries: Just like a phone needs recharging, so do you. Self-care refreshes your energy…
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Tolu Ojewunmi posted an update a year ago
97% of job seekers fail to make a good first impression with their cover letters.
But thats a good thing..
It means those who do it right stand out more.
Successful applicants invest time in understanding the company deeply
Here are four ways to stand out.
- Customize your letter. It shows you’ve done your homework.
- Start strong it proves youāre not…
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Tolu Ojewunmi posted an update a year ago
a year ago (edited)
Ever caught yourself or others overusing the phrase “I don’t know” at work?
Words have power, especially in the workplace.
Frequent use of “I don’t know” can subtly chip away at our confidence
And portray a less proactive impression.
Here is how to demonstrate initiative and drive with alternatives to “I don’t know”
1. “Let me find that out for…
Sameer Bendre, Graham Heldreth and Nelson Ingle1 Comment
Brilliant tips Tolu!
Exploring the unknown together is always better.
When I worked at Apple, they had a culture of – I don’t know, let’s find out together.
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Ever heard the saying ‘nothing in life is free’? Well, they clearly haven’t experienced Simply Agile’s Mentor Talks.
Happy to feature another one of our Mentors this week:
@sameer is an agile software delivery expert with over 25 years of experience.
As a strategic leader and agile coach, heās dedicated to fostering innovation and excellence in…
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MENTOR TALKS: https://simplyagile.com/mentor-talks/
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It’s an honor to be part of this community and with so many amazing agile enthusiasts and practitioners. Please reach out if the mentors can be of help in any way, even if it’s as simple as being a sounding board. 🙏🏾
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Tolu Ojewunmi posted an update a year ago
Old career paths are dead.
People that stick to the old ways end up unhappy, and feeling stuck.
And that’s okay..
It means those willing to change can really stand out.
Here is why:
ā Now, anyone can learn anything online, breaking old barriers.
ā Flexible work is in, showing we don’t need the 9-to-5 grind.
ā Showing off your skills online can…
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Anymore it’s not who you know – Instead, who knows you!
Keep investing in building your brand in our community, it will pay dividends in leveling up your agile career 🚀
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This is so true now! Well said, @tojewunmi 🙌🏼💯
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Tolu Ojewunmi posted an update 2 years ago
2 years ago (edited)
Are these 7 soft skills killing your career growth?
We’ve been taught to always be..
ā³ Agreeable
ā³ Positive
ā³ And Available
These traits can make us unnoticed, stressed, and stuck.
Heres Our Logic:
1. Excessive Agreeableness ā> You’re overlooked for leadership roles.
2. Constant Positivity ā> You miss learning from mistakes if everything is…
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Tolu Ojewunmi posted an update 2 years ago
Working from home is either the best thing ever or a big mistake.
Harvard Business Review found that people working from home are getting more done.
āBusinesses saw a 63% increase in productivity from remote workers,” the study says.
Challenging the old idea that you need to be in an office to be productive.
Butā¦
Here is the downside:
ā Less…
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Going on fully remote for four years and hybrid a few years before, I agree on the pros and cons. Apart from working in my PJs with my dog sleeping under my desk to focus on team, company, and clients – I have seen the following work:
– Get some one-on-one time with not only your immediate team but also supervisors and some across the…
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Tolu Ojewunmi posted an update 2 years ago
65% of people say theyāre unhappy with their job
The solution is to make work more engaging
Hereās a thought
Old way
- Annual performance reviews
- Fixed 9-to-5 office hours
- Top-down communication
- One-size-fits-all training programs
New Way
- Continuous feedback loops
- Flexible work schedules
- Open, two-way communication channels
- Personalized…
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new ways of working 🚀
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Tolu Ojewunmi posted an update 2 years ago
Ever walked out of a job interview feeling like something was just… off?
The warning signs arenāt always waving flagsā¦
Theyāre hiding in plain sight.
Here’s how to spot those red flags:
1. Unclear Job Role?
No clear answers on what you’ll be doing. Beware.
When the goalposts keep moving itās a recipe for frustration.
2. High Turnover Talk
When…
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