I hope this letter finds you in good health.
I write this letter as a concerned coach who is greatly concernd about the rate at which new graduates tend to give up easily when they step out into the career world, I’m talking of life after school. Spare me a few minutes of your time to read this letter.
Please be gentle with life. Life is not as stress-free as you perceive it, more especially when you are still being catered for by a relative. As you have completed high school or tertiary, some of you will think you are on top of the world, some, a time for them to gleam. I’ll advise that you stay unruffled with your wigs, nails, cosmetics, hot slacks, auto fiestas, haircuts, color blocking etc. and start being in control of your own life.
Mademoiselle, life is not all about men, relationships and fashion and to the gent, life is not all about social media, girls and relationships.Some of your close relatives may perhaps not be able to support you as when you were in school . The reason being that your education was vital and they gave up all they had for you. They will at this moment leave you to fend for yourself and with this, I have some helpful tips for you.
Stop moving from one place to another without a purpose! Be your own best cheerleader. Take precedence over the inner detractor with a positive and successful inner information flow. Get involved in something positive-you never know who can help you. Prioritize your time so that you strike a balance between having fun and work. If you can also setup a petty trade to serve as an upkeep, do so,for sooner or later, you will earn back and smile.
Include yourself in family businesses,if any. Let domestic errands be your friend. Cling to you packed activities with eloquent effects. Again, start networking through personal introductions, emails and social media such as Instagram and Facebook. Stay open to new associations; you never know where a new contact will lead to. It is important to note that while making new friends, you need to hold onto the old.
Introduce yourself and make yourself useful to your fellows. A good mentor can help you in numerous ways, not only advice but also that important knowledge that may recommend you for a higher degree.
My dear,no risk, no reward! Sometimes, you have to dive in without a net and take a chance on social connections, but be cautious of what you put on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media channels. It can be viewed later on by other managers.
Dare to be different, dare to be yourself. The world is full of ordinary people and only the extraordinary can lead! False humility is immaturity. No one gravitates to weakness, but rather to strength and confidence. Don’t undervalue your capacity, you habitually project on to others, that which you have inside yourself. Be focused and be disciplined. Be alert, stay alert and stay on task. Real change comes from small modifications. If you identify on-spot problems early, you can change and correct to get back on track quickly. Once more,have a plan; a storyline going forward that keeps you on mission.
Keep a diary, make sure that you’re on time for appointments and pay courtesy to that structured word budget. Remember to stay balanced and to incorporate healthy lifestyles such as getting the right foods to eat and getting an adequate amount of workout and siesta. Focusing on life skills prepares you to take your place in a fully developed world. Three essential words are obligation, commitment and responsibility; they form the most important frame work for that adulthood.
In the closing analysis, what you are to be, you are becoming. This is your moment to figure that out. Have fun, stay balanced and enjoy the process. This is your tie to test yourself against your environment. Do it with passion and you will find your aptitude.
If you think I’m making noise, ask those who completed just last year and are still home and they will tell you their experiences. I do hope you find these tips helpful. Until I’m back, make use of these. Adios!
Your life coach,
Nehemiah Afful.
The School of Life 