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Blessing Obot retweeted
I feel like learning Data Analytics would be much easier if there were more companies willing to take interns and teach them the actual end-to-end workflow.
Because learning Excel, SQL and Power BI is one thing, but knowing how data actually moves from a business problem to analysis and then to a decision is another thing entirely.
Sometimes you just need to see how the work is actually done in real life.
Blessing Obot retweeted
If you're from a very poor family and you get your first international remote job that pays well, don't rush to let everybody know you're making that kind of money. Act like your life hasn't changed overnight.
Here's why. The moment everyone believes you're earning "big money," the expectations begin. Family responsibilities start landing on your head, especially if you're the firstborn. Of course, you want to help. That's normal. But the early stage of your career is the most delicate. Ask yourself one question: If you lose that job tomorrow, what happens?
1. Protect the job first.
The first thing on your mind should be, "How do I keep this job?" Take your communication seriously. Deliver quality work. Be reliable. Meet deadlines. Learn how to work with people from different cultures. Become someone your employer doesn't want to lose.
2. Save while you're still living under your parents' roof.
You're in one of the best financial positions you'll ever have. If there's stable electricity at home, use it. If there's internet, use it. Eat the same ₦1,000 or ₦2,000 meals you've been eating. Don't suddenly start living like you've made it. Save aggressively.
3. Avoid unnecessary distractions.
Leave women alone. Leave men alone. Leave unnecessary enjoyment alone. If you're just getting your first remote job, your focus shouldn't be relationships that drain your time and money. Focus.
4. Upgrade your work setup.
Buy a better laptop if you need one. Upgrade your phone if it affects your work. Get a better chair. If you can't afford an ergonomic chair yet, get something better than what you have. Take care of your back because your body is part of your career.
5. Learn how to earn a second income.
Do this consistently for the next 6 to 12 months. Then shift your focus to landing your second income. That could be another remote job, freelancing, consulting, or a side business built around your skills. One income is good. Two incomes change your life.
6. Protect your savings.
Don't leave your money sitting idle. Keep it in low-risk investments or money market funds where you can still access it if there's an emergency. Build at least 6 to 12 months of living expenses before taking bigger financial risks. Don't chase unrealistic returns.
7. Build your online presence.
Post consistently. Share what you're learning. Help people. Let people in your industry know your name. Be active on two or three platforms. Your online presence becomes insurance because your next opportunity may come from someone who already knows your work.
8. Build your network offline.
Go to events. Meet people. Talk to strangers. Learn how to hold conversations. Build genuine relationships. Your network can open doors your CV never will.
9. Improve your presentation.
Dress well. Not flashy. Just clean, simple, and presentable. Wear a good perfume. You don't need expensive clothes to leave a good impression.
10. Learn financial education.
Understand budgeting. Understand investing. Understand taxes. Understand how businesses work. Learn how to make your money work for you. Don't gamble your future chasing quick money. Build slowly and protect your capital.
11. Diversify your income.
A remote job can disappear overnight. Clients can leave. Companies can lay people off. Don't build your life around one source of income. Build multiple streams.
12. Build before you carry everyone.
Don't disappear from your family because you got your first remote job. Don't immediately carry the financial responsibility of the entire house either. Build yourself first. The stronger your foundation becomes, the more people you'll be able to help without destroying yourself.
I know one thing is permanent. If you don't intentionally work your way out of poverty, poverty will keep chasing you. So move quietly. Build patiently. Save aggressively. Invest wisely. Keep learning. Keep showing up. Let your results speak before your mouth does.
Blessing Obot retweeted
If you're a Data Analyst, Risk Analyst, or aspiring FinTech Analyst who wants to move from reporting dashboards to making financial decisions, read this:
Dashboards are not enough.
Modern financial institutions promote analysts who can:
• Quantify credit risk
• Detect fraud trade-offs
• Model expected loss
• Optimise portfolio returns
• Allocate capital responsibly
Most analysts learn tools.
Very few learn capital thinking.
So I built the FinTech Capital Intelligence Blueprint to move you from metric reporting to capital decision intelligence.
A system with two parts:
>> 1. Finance & FinTech Analytics Learning Framework
Learn how institutions actually operate:
• Financial system mechanics
• FinTech unit economics under risk
• Governance & regulatory thinking
• Capital allocation logic
• Executive financial communication
>>2. The 12-Week Practical FinTech Analytics Roadmap
Build 10 real-world projects:
• BNPL unit economics
• Payments revenue intelligence
• Credit risk modelling
• Fraud optimisation
• Portfolio stress testing
• Capital allocation simulation
• LTV & churn economics
• AML optimisation
• Credit limit strategy
• Revenue forecasting
This is not decorative analytics.
This is institutional-level financial thinking.
If you want the roadmap:
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3️⃣ Comment ROADMAP
4️⃣ ‼️Send me a DM, and I’ll share it.
Blessing Obot retweeted
I’ve gotten more clients from sending cold emails than I have from any other channels.
And in this 27-minute video, I explain everything you need to know.
Want it? Repost and comment 27, and I’ll send it to you!
Must be following so I can DM!!!
Blessing Obot retweeted
There is no skill that is too difficult for you to learn.
What usually stops people isn’t intelligence but intimidation.
The skill looks complex, the people doing it look advanced, and suddenly your mind decides it’s not for you.
But every expert you admire once sat exactly where you are now: confused, slow, and unsure.
They didn’t start brilliant.
They started curious.
Skills become hard when we compare the beginning of our journey to the middle of someone else’s.
When you break any skill down into small, repeatable actions, it stops being overwhelming and starts being learnable.
You don’t need talent to start.
You need patience, consistency, and the willingness to look foolish while learning.
If someone else learned it, it means it can be learned.
And if it can be learned, you can learn it too.
Start small. Start messy. Just start.
It’s a good week already ✨
Blessing Obot retweeted
This guy landed a foreign client without Upwork, Fiverr, or LinkedIn for 4 years.
He found them on Slack.
Now he works from home, gets paid in dollars, and teaches the same method to others.
Here’s exactly how he did it (and how you can too): 🧵
An amazing guy reached out to on x, he said he loves what I do for the community.
And he told me about how he has been getting intl remote jobs on slack for free for the past 4 years and he would love me to check it out.
Trust me 🤲🏾 once I'm done confirming I'm sharing with you guys right away.
Finally happy to be on this side of x people where people are willing to share and grow okayyyyyyy.
Blessing Obot retweeted
Oh, I have a few
1. If it bugs you when you’re dating, it’s not gonna go away once you marry
2. Look at people in the eye when you say hi/hello/good morning…
3. When you finally find something that took you a while to locate, put it back in the first place you tried. That's where it belongs.
4. When you say no, don’t explain. Explanations indicate you can be argued out of your stance.
5. Nothing is the end of the world except the ACTUAL end of the world.
6. The end of the road is the beginning of a road
7. Not everybody has to find their passion. Just find a job you don't hate.
8. Before saying something about someone else, pretend that person is listening and how you would feel if you knew they heard you.
9. Read books. Expand your mind, vocabulary, and perspective. Never stop learning.
10. Don’t walk with both of your hands in your pockets - if you trip, you’ll fall flat on your face.
11. Always write things down, on paper, or on your phone, especially when you find yourself "taking mental notes" because you. will. forget.
12. Remember that it’s a privilege to have dishes that need washing
13. Perfume and cologne are meant to be discovered, not to announce your presence.
14. If your dog doesn’t like someone, trust their judgment.
15. If you’re trying to make a decision, flip a coin. Then pick whichever option it is you’re rooting for while the coin is still in the air.
Blessing Obot retweeted
The only person who underrates your capabilities is YOU.
The only person who needs to stop blaming their parents and background for how they turned out is YOU.
The only person who's overmentored, overcoached, and constipated with knowledge they don't act on is YOU.
The only person who says, 'I'll do it tomorrow' and then misses out on the emerging opportunities today is YOU.
The only person who thinks about all the reasons why it can't work before getting a plan in place for their bright ideas is YOU.
The only person who has dozens of unpublished drafts of work that has the potential to change their life is YOU.
The only person who would rather hide, stay mute, and play it safe rather than speak up and have essential conversations is YOU.
The only person who sleeps all day and then wakes up the next day, wondering why their life isn't moving forward is YOU.
The only person who wants permission to do their own thing, even when nobody is stopping them, is YOU.
The only person responsible for how you turn out is YOU.
Blessing Obot retweeted
I was tagged to this video.
Let me talk about some scenes cos I'm currently an expectant mum, & I'm a first timer. But please read to the end.
I'm currently in my 3rd trimester, October makes it the 7th month.
Believe me when I say it hasn't been easy being
Pregnancy and Postpartum Debate: Men also have feelings — Life coach Solomon Buchi replies Skitmaker Maraji
📹: @solomonbbuchi
Blessing Obot retweeted
What’s your “money personality”?
(Choose honestly😅)
Reply with yours, let’s talk soft life.
If you are in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, I have a GIFT for you at the end of the thread
6%I’ll save later
14%YOLO spender
45%I dey try small small
35%Budget & chill
338 votes • Final results Blessing Obot retweeted
This comms is unnecessarily complicated lol. Users shouldn't have to think to understand what you're saying
Simple comms would have been
- Sign up on Zedcrest to claim your discount
- If you're already signed up, refer a new user for your discount
Blessing Obot retweeted
I am trying to be intentional about it too.
And based on what I have been reading, these tips may work for you too.
For starters, please know that networking is not easy and can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re introverted.
But the truth is, it doesn’t have to be doing those high end things.
With the right approach, anyone can build meaningful connections.
1. Start Small and Intentional
You don’t need to meet everyone at once. Start by connecting with one or two people at each event.
For example, instead of rushing into a large group at a conference, strike up a quiet conversation with the person sitting next to you. Small steps build confidence.
2. Take advantage of online platforms
Social media makes networking less intimidating. LinkedIn, Twitter, and even WhatsApp groups let you reach out without the pressure of face-to-face interaction.
For instance, commenting thoughtfully on someone’s X post can open the door to a later chat. Usually they also want to know who's the intelligent person talking.
3. Prepare Talking Points
If you go to an event, always prepare for networking. Walking into a room unprepared can trigger nerves.
Have a few simple conversation starters ready such as asking about someone’s role, their recent project, or why they attended the event.
This reduces awkward silences and shows genuine interest.
4. Focus on Listening, Not Impressing
Introverts often excel here. Instead of trying to “sell yourself,” focus on active listening.
I learnt this last two weeks at a UNDP event BTW and practiced it in the event.
People remember those who made them feel heard.
For example, if a business owner shares their struggles, ask follow-up questions instead of quickly jumping into your own contribution.
5. Follow Up Quickly
Networking isn’t about the first meeting alone. It is usually what happens after you must have left.
Make it an habit to always send friendly message within 24–48 hours of meeting someone ara an event.
A simple “Great talking with you yesterday about X. Let’s stay in touch” can turn a casual chat into a lasting connection.
Like I said when I start, you don't need to do difficult and complicated things to network. Try to build trust and strike a genuine conversation.
I hope you find this helpful going forward. 🙏🙏 – at Ilorin, Nigeria
Blessing Obot retweeted
In Gmail, "Cc" (Carbon Copy) and "Bcc" (Blind Carbon Copy)
Cc is used when you want everyone to know who else is receiving the email, and Bcc when you need to keep recipients' identities private.
Blessing Obot retweeted
Good morning
Day 6
#pitchtopaywithben
Show one example of how you created money or saved money for a client.
3 Ways to do it:
Post on X/LinkedIn: Share a quick “Before → After → Result” story.
Portfolio Asset: Create a one-slide visual on Canva with the same story
DAY 5 #pitchtopaywithben Share your problem discoveries + solutions.
E.g
This week I spotted [X] businesses quietly bleeding money:
[Company type] losing $ month from [problem]
[Company type] wasting $ week on [inefficiency]
[Company type] missing $ in revenue because of [gap
Blessing Obot retweeted
DAY 5 #pitchtopaywithben Share your problem discoveries + solutions.
E.g
This week I spotted [X] businesses quietly bleeding money:
[Company type] losing $ month from [problem]
[Company type] wasting $ week on [inefficiency]
[Company type] missing $ in revenue because of [gap
Day 4 #PitchToPayWithBen
Send 5-7 value-first emails & DM to the list created from Day 1.
Subject line:
You’re losing $/day on your site (experiment if you can)
Don't post the email just use the hashtag to confirm you sent the email
Example 👇🏾