Welcome to the start of a journey you’ll recount with a smile for years to come!
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GUILDFORD LIFE
Hey friends, I hope you are fine and good. As for me, I’m great… with part 1 of semester 2 assessments done and dusted, I can finally relax just a little bit. Apart from the hustle and bustle of school life, Guildford is an exciting place to be. Need to wind down after a hectic […]
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CVs, Interviews, and Everything In between
Hello people, 🤧… well, semester 2 is underway, and with it, the academic demands. Acknowledging that, it is so expensive to live in the United Kingdom today, groceries (feeding), transportation and household bills are stacking up too. As an international student, it is necessary to spend wisely, so I had to find a part-time job […]
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BSc to MSc 🙆🏽♀️..
”You can never really be prepared for a PG degree” I bet we’ve all heard this once or twice or multiple times before. I can tell you from experience that it is only a way to get you already defeated before you start the journey. As we all know, one can achieve anything with the […]
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Networking Guide for International Students
Networking is one of the most highly valued skills in the current employment market. Do you know how networking can advance your career regardless of whether you’ve heard about it before? Some people believe that networking is nothing more than exchanging business cards. Networking is about interacting with people and forming relationships. It boils down […]
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African Food Online Stores.
Greetings to you all. I hope you are all doing great! 🤗 We’re talking food today. I can honestly say that I had difficulties finding Nigerian groceries during my first year in Guildford, as I quickly exhausted the supplies I brought from Nigeria. And so, I had to experiment with every possible website and guess what I […]
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Winter vibe, not blues
It’s beginning to look like Christmas! Stocking up on Vitamin D is not a myth; please take it, it helps the effect of winter on our mental health. The temperature is very chill, and it looks like it’s not going down soon. Today’s post is about how to prepare well for the winter, the fun […]
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The Forever Surrey Journey
Hello everyone, my name is Oluwatobi aka Toby Dee. I worked previously as a mid-level career professional in a venture capital firm. Early this year, I took the initiative to enhance my education and applied for an MBA at the University of Surrey, I’m committed to making my time as an MBA student productive and […]
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Be mentally prepared – The transition from 9ja to ‘the abroad'(UK).
Hey everyone. My name is Elieza and I’m an MSc student currently studying International Business Management. I’ve been at Surrey since 2019, which began my journey from BSc to MSc. I’m from Nigeria, and to be precise,Benin, Edo State. Having spent almost 9 years in the UK, I would love to help you prepare as […]
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Cracking the Habit Code: The Science Behind Building Lasting Positive Change
“Change your thoughts, and you change your world” – Norman Vincent Peale Why is it often so difficult to stick to good habits? Whether it’s eating healthier, exercising regularly, or learning a new skill, we’ve all experienced the frustration of starting strong and then falling off track. Here’s the good news: building lasting habits isn’t […]
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The Power of Saying No: Mastering the Art of Protecting Your Time and Energy
“It takes true courage and real humility to say no” – Ernest Agyemang Yeboah In a world that glorifies busyness, saying “yes” can feel like the only option. But every time you say “yes” to something that doesn’t align with your priorities, you’re saying “no” to your own time, energy, and well-being. The truth is, […]
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Turning Failures into Fuel: How Every Setback Powers Your Success
“Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor” – Truman Capote Failure hurts—there’s no sugarcoating it. But what if we stopped viewing failure as the end and started seeing it as a powerful tool for growth? The truth is, every setback you face is a step forward in disguise, pushing you closer to your […]
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Mindfulness in the Digital Age: Mastering the Art of Staying Present Amid Constant Distractions
“Life gives you plenty of time to do whatever you want to do if you stay in the present moment” – Deepak Chopra Ping! Another notification lights up your screen. A quick scroll turns into an hour lost. Sound familiar? In today’s hyper-connected world, distractions are everywhere, pulling us away from the present moment. But […]
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From Burnout to Brilliance: Proven Strategies to Reignite Your Motivation and Thrive
“You will burn and you will burn out; you will be healed and come back again” – Fyoder Dostoevsky Burnout isn’t just feeling tired—it’s a deep, overwhelming exhaustion that leaves you mentally drained, emotionally detached, and questioning your purpose. In today’s hustle-driven culture, burnout has become all too common. But here’s the good news: it’s […]
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From Side Hustle to Main Hustle: Your Ultimate Blueprint For a Successful Transition
“Hustle beats talent when talent doesn’t hustle.” – Ross Simmonds Turning a side hustle into a full-time gig is the dream for many. Imagine ditching the 9-to-5 grind to build a career on your own terms, doing what you love. But making the leap can feel daunting—how do you know when you’re ready? What steps […]
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