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Pointers in 10
by Lily Edinam Botsyoe
We are keeping your search for pointers short and concise. Spend 10 minutes of your time picking nuggets to ace a task in tech, become a better leader, develop your personal brand or nail your next interview.
Episodes
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What kind of stories can we create together?
Technology has been providing artists with new ways to express themselves. It has become more intertwined than ever before, whether it’s through providing new ways to mix different types of media, allowing more human interaction or simply making the process of creating it easier. In this season's...
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Show and Tell- What is Alt text and how is it written?
You've probably heard of Alt text (Alternative Text) for images in terms of web accessibility and you might have come across it before if you ever had images on a page not loading properly. Alt-text is the written copy displayed in place of those images. In today's episode, I speak on the topic:...
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Why are we mining Data?
Data is important for several reasons. It is at the centre of making processes better, helps you gain insights from strategies, and make projections for future work. Whichever industry you work in, or whatever your interests, you will almost certainly have come across a story about how “data” is...
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I don't see the "I" in Imposter
Imposter syndrome can be your worst enemy,” threatening to hold you back in making major career and life strides. A career coach notes: “Even if everyone else around you sees the amazing talent you have if you don’t know how to own it, you may end up falling behind.” In this episode, Lebogang...
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IT Skills Training for Women in Ghana (TaWEP Initiative)
It’s vital for the well-being of our economy that women play a central role in helping drive the digital revolution. Gender diversity in the workplace generates diverse thinking which translates into greater innovation and improved performance. In this episode, Princess Erwina Ndom, Partnerships…
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How many more slides to go?
You may have a blend of highly skilled or technical individuals as well as those who are not as familiar with the concepts or terminology. You will need to address both learning styles. Find out how in this episode with Lawrence Muthoga, Developer Audience Lead Africa at (Microsoft Middle East…
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Virtual Edition- 2021 Hacklab Annual Hackathon
Once a new technology rolls over you, if you're not part of the steamroller, you're part of the road ~Stewart Brand The Hacklab Foundation since its inception has worked to profer solutions based on technology to problems. With over 300+ developers, 20 speakers, workshops, mentoring sessions, and...
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Exploring Digital Sustainability & Green Technology
Technology is a double-edged sword- capable both of doing and undoing damage to environmental quality. In this episode, I speak to Michael J. Oghia (External Relations Coordinator, SDIA - Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance ) on Digital Sustainability and the emerging relationship between...
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CV Clinic- Pt.2
Numbers and metrics on your CV add perspective to what you have achieved over the years. Imagine someone told you "I have lots of money" vs. "I have 3 million dollars". Listen to the concluding part of our mini CV clinic with Joel Anaman (Career Coach at Productivity Optimizer, Commercial...
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CV Clinic- Pt.1
Taking the marketing approach on your job hunt will improve your presentation and increase your chances of success. There is more to a job application than just sending your information to a company and hope for the best. On the first part of our mini CV clinic, we speak to Joel Anaman (Career...
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Autodidactism- How learning extends beyond a classroom
The skills demand on the market is highly volatile and traditional education does not necessarily respond to the world's need in terms of employment. If you are constantly learning something to better your life or any aspect, you can be considered an autodidact. In this episode, I discuss the...
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What is in a tech stack and roadmap?
You are likely to know what is in a book stack or a pencil stack. What about a tech stack? For builders, developers and entrepreneurs, there are varied technology stacks used to build and run an application or project. This could get overwhelming for non-technical founders. Our guest, Rasheeda...
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Office Politics: The good, the bad and the ugly.
While you may not be able to escape office politics altogether, you can find some ways to deal with them in a way that is productive and doesn't leave you feeling depleted and discouraged. This week's episode explores Office Politics and how to play it to your advantage with Rejoice Gorni,...
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How much variety do you need in a career?
For work and personal value, there’s a growing emphasis on becoming multi-skilled based on the positive impact multi-talents can have on businesses. How about maintaining focus and not swaying? In this episode, I discuss the topic: How much variety do you need in a career? with Sampson Kofi…
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Networking- How important is it for careers?
Networking is marketing. Marketing yourself, your uniqueness, and what you stand for. We kick start this season's episode with the all-important topic of relationships in career and professional circles. Listen to our guest Fadila Ahmad Abdulrazaq, Curator of Africans Living Fully & Founder,...
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The gist about Season 3!
We have been two seasons in and here is the gist about Season 3! With episodes centering around the World of Work, together with my guests, we will discuss, office politics, the banters, work culture, the networked economy, office love, innovation, and more! The first episode drops on Monday!...
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Funding for Startups Pt.2
Episode 15 of Season 2! Here we are at the finale of this season where we discussed various topics in the world of Technology. Listen to the concluding part of this episode with our guest David Selorm Atsu (Strategy Consultant) who shares on funding for startups highlighting what founders should...
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Funding for Startups Pt.1
The best entrepreneurs are not the best visionaries. The greatest entrepreneurs are incredible salespeople. They know how to tell an amazing story that will convince talent and investors to join in on the journey- Alejandro Cremades, The Art of Startup Fundraising In the first part of this…
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Customer Feedback
Top performing businesses understand the role customer feedback play in business. They consistently listen to the voice of their clients. In this week's episode, our guest, Nana Kow Dadson, Officer, Merchant Solutions, Stanbic Bank & Business Development Consultant, Bessah Consult shares the ways...
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Designing for Tech
The success of products in tech is based on two things: First, a team of brilliant researchers, product managers, business analysts, and developers that strive to make the technology better. Second, the loyal users that feel empowered and productive while using the product. To pull off this…
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Ready, Set, Go!
In the days between Christmas and New Year’s Day, millions of people spend time reflecting on what goals should be written down and accomplished over the next year but what fuels its execution? As you plan your year, gather nuggets on this episode titled Ready, Set, Go with Josiah Eyison (CEO &...
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Impact of big internet corporations on African cities
"There is a correlation between urbanization and prosperity" Listen to this episode where we discuss the impact big internet corporations have on African cities with Lisa Nyamadzawo, Master, Urban planning at NYU Wagner. Our guest recommends the book titled: Triumph of the City by Edward L.…
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Soft Skills for Software Developer. Pt.2
Part 2 is up! Listen to the second and concluding part of this episode titled "Soft Skills for Software Developers" with our guest Wendel Laryea Co-founder of the German Institute of Business and Technology (GIBT) and Lead trainer (soft skills) in the Azubi Africa program. Remember to share,...
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Soft Skills for Software Developers. Pt.1
No matter what job you have in life, your success will be determined not only by your academic credentials and professional experiences but also by your soft skills. Listen to the first part of this episode titled "Soft Skills for Software Developers" with our guest Wendel Laryea Co-founder of…
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Fintech Unplugged- When Tech Meets Money
Fintech is not only an enabler but a driving force. But what is it exactly? And why is it important? Find out how technology is augmenting traditional banking services in Africa from our guest Aly Sawadogo, Software Technical Lead at OZÉ. Remember to share, listen, subscribe, leave a review:...
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You are exposed—Exploring online Safety [Pt.2]
Unsafe surfing can also lead to other threats—from embarrassing personal comments or images that, once online, are nearly impossible to erase, to getting mixed up with people you'd rather have had nothing to do with. Listen to the concluding part on online safety with Justice Owusu Agyemang…
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You are exposed—Exploring online Safety. [Pt.1]
The Internet can feel like a dangerous place these days. And, the increasing connectivity has opened us up to even greater risks. But the good news is that by taking just a small handful of security measures we can greatly reduce our exposure to all these threats. Listen to the first part of our...
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Digital skills vs. Digital Literacy
The world is digital. We have technology that allows people to maintain rich connections with much larger numbers of people. How are you connecting with users online? Are you appropriately using social media for both personal and professional purposes? In this episode, we speak to Nadia Nana Yaa...
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Basic Accounting and Negotiation Tips for Freelancers.
"When money realizes it is in good hands, it wants to stay and multiply in those hands." This week's episode discusses Basic Accounting and Negotiation Tips for Freelancers. Listen to Juliet Ofori, an MBA student, and Norris Abaogye Boateng, a Software Engineer as they share experiences in...
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Contributing to open source projects
The power of open source is the power of the people. The people rule. Contributing to open source for the first time can be scary and a little overwhelming. Over the world, there are projects opened for improvements and your contribution. In this episode, we speak to Raymond Etornam Agbeame...
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Unpacking Tech for Social Good
Episode 1 of Season 2 is up + We are now on Apple Podcasts! " If future generations are to remember us more with gratitude than sorrow, we must achieve more than just the miracles of technology. We must also leave them a glimpse of the world as it was created, not just as it looked when we got...
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The gist about Season 2 !
"Like air and drinking water, being digital will be noticed only by its absence, not its presence.” – Nicholas Negroponte Technology is subtly woven into every facet of our lives and everyone is catching the digital fever. It was exciting to have you on the last season and I am thrilled to share...
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How to start and scale a blog
It's a wrap on the first season! 10 Episodes with 10 amazing guests! To wrap up this season, this episode explores How to start and Scale a blog with Oral Ofori; a Ghanaian-American digital storyteller and Founder of TheAfricanDream LLC, a US-based information and communication research…
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Building a Tech Hub in Ghana
Hubs and tech spaces nurture businesses from ideation to incubation until when the products are on the market. Aside from shared resources in these hubs, there is the creation of a vibrant community of technology lovers and problem solvers who constantly offer support to scale your business. Our...
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The Art of Cold Emailing
You may wait for hours, days, months, and at worst, years for a response after reaching out to someone you do not have a primary connection with but whose response or input could launch you into your next big thing. Find out from our guest, Ato Bentsi-Enchill (Consultant at Black Adam Africa...
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Are we really cut out for our jobs?
" Far and away, the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing. " - Theodore Roosevelt Are we really cut out for our jobs or influenced to join what is trending? From failing at his first startup to now assisting many others as an innovation coach, find out...
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Telling stories of technology pioneers with Joerg Droege
Given many Internet and technology pioneers are nowadays in their 80s or even 90s, Joerg Droege (Podcaster and Vintage Computer Magazine Founder) found it important to keep the history and what shaped our modern tech society alive through starting a 20-year-old vintage computer magazine and a...
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Leveraging LinkedIn for the Hidden Job Market
LinkedIn is changing the face of social networking for professionals. From seeking a new job to maintaining your brand, LinkedIn is an important part of a full-fledged professional in any industry these days. Listen to Elinor Moshe, Thought Leader, Founder, Author and Podcast Host on how to...
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Mastering Public Speaking in 5 steps
Effective public speaking skills can help with career advancements as it indicates creativity, critical thinking skills, leadership abilities, and professionalism. Listen to this week's podcast to pick pointers on mastering public speaking.
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One program, 4 big lessons!
I am constantly exploring newer opportunities to learn. In one of the programs I enrolled in, I picked lessons on skills that have been helpful in my career journey. Wondering what skills you need for your career or entrepreneurial journey, pick pointers from today's recording.
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Personal Branding and Authenticity
You, too are, a brand whether you know it or not, whether you like it or not. Jeff Bezos is succinct when he says branding is what people say about you when you are not in the room. Brands happen even when you don't build them. How about you take control and intentionally curate what your…
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Job vs. Career-Is there a difference?
It is important to know whether you’re looking for a job or for a career in order to plan your professional goals. Together with Natasha from the Ashesi D-Lab, we discussed the differences between Jobs and Careers and explored what you may be doing wrongly on your career path. Listen to our…
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We are keeping your search for pointers short and concise. Spend 10 minutes of your time picking nuggets to ace a task in tech, become a better leader, develop your personal brand or nail your next interview.
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