The Creative's Chronicles Podcast

In today’s episode we talk about the little big things and the concept of breaking things down. Remember to break things down at their natural boundaries. Nature teaches us the need for creating systems that function as a unit to make the whole. Almost everything is made up of smaller sub-units. If you don’t have experience on best practices and approaches, research and adopt a pre-existing approach, with time, you can then make modifications on this approach based on your own unique experience. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Instagram, I encourage you to DM @brightcemeka or @thecreativeschronicles. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Apologies for the brief hiatus. I was ill and needed to rest but I am doing better and stronger now. Thank You for always being here. In today’s episode we explore the concept of INDIRECTNESS and other counterintuitive approaches to problem solving. The Indirect approach is a military strategy described and chronicled by B. H. Liddell Hart after World War I. It was an attempt to find a solution to the problem of high casualty rates in conflict zones. The strategy calls for armies to advance along the line of least resistance. There are a number of lessons we can extrapolate from the concept of indirectness and other strategies mentioned in today’s episode, do listen, share your thoughts and other take-aways with us, we would love to hear from You. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Instagram, I encourage you to DM @brightcemeka or @thecreativeschronicles. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

For today’s episode we explore Group-think; the excesses and extremes. Knowing when checks need to be done, ways to Course correct for better decision making and problem solving. One way to develop individual thought is exposure, exposure to other thoughts and different modes of thinking. One way to get exposure is travelling, another way to escape group think is reading, reading basically gives you exposure without having to leave your local environment. Any view that is held by multiple members of a group is by default; group-think, group-think is not good or bad. It just is and is effective to a large extent. But at the extremes is where we need to course correct and update certain ideologies to fit the changing nature of society. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Instagram, I encourage you to DM @brightcemeka or @thecreativeschronicles. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In this episode we will explore How to Cultivate relationships and build your INNER-CIRCLE “You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with” - Jim Rohn In many ways life is symbiotic and requires us to have partners and relationships to do life effectively. It's important to understand that relationships play a very critical role in our success in life, career and business. So choose wisely Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Instagram, I encourage you to DM @brightcemeka or @thecreativeschronicles. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with Us: Email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Other episodes on building relationships:  https://thecreativeschronicles.com/?s=Relationship

In today’s episode we talk about the behind the scenes of the making of the Creative’s Chronicles Podcast. We walk You through our process from planning, recording, post-editing and publishing. We also talk about ways to stay consistency and more Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Instagram, I encourage you to comment or DM @brightcemeka and @thecreativeschronicles. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In this episode we talk reasons for doing better, ways to stay motivated and more. Motivation needs an end goal and purpose to exist. Peer pressure can be a source of motivation. Configuring your environment to be conducive also helps you stay motivated. We can always make changes to our environment and get into circles that will yield more positive returns for us. Mentors and inspirational figures play an important role in helping us get better. One thing to note is, nobody likes to be in a parasitic relationship, so, while looking for people to be positive peer pressure for You; become a person of value too and contribute to someone right where You are. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get in Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In this episode we talk all about how to stay focus and make yourself anti-fragile. As part of the innovations we engage in, we have to figure out the threats we face and where we fit in the regulatory space. We need to learn the right lessons and work to become anti-fragile. We can’t bring about meaningful change by screaming our discontent from the side-lines. No change in a system can occur without help from insiders in the system. We need to be actively involved. Regulatory Decisions will always be made and if we do not work to get representation in spaces where decisions are being made, we will become victims of the decisions made in these regulatory spaces. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

For today’s episode we explore the Age old conversation “Using a framework vs building scratch”. We also give some suggestions on what has worked for us and how You can approach this decision. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today’s episode is really Unique and different as we are joined by the Amazing Abiodun Fiwa, Fiwa is a design facilitator, Senior Product Designer and Figma Africa Ambassador. She Currently leads the product design team in her company. She is the founder of Perxels Design School, a school that is solely focused on training beginners and intermediates UI-UX designers to grow and thrive in the industry. Perxels was borne from the desire to help designers understand and apply design principles with ease in practical ways. In this episode we talk all about thriving as a UI and UX Designer. Success is not a mistake, it requires hard-work and consistency. Learning is going to take some time, be ready to follow the process. You will not understand the entire concepts at one go, pace yourself. Growth does not happen in a day. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Links mentioned: Perxels – https://perxels.com/ Fiwa on Twitter - https://twitter.com/OkunadeAbiodun2 Perxels on Twitter - https://twitter.com/perxels

In this episode we talk all about Dealing with change and things outside your control. Understanding history is one way to knowing what constraints exists and this can help inform where to focus our efforts. Learn to accept change, acceptance of change is good, acceptance does not mean you are settling and it does not imply complacency. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today’s episode is phenomenal and we are joined by the Amazing Praiz UX. She is a UX Researcher, Product Designer, Conference Speaker and all round great human. Her passion and work is really admirable, the ways she contributes to helping others in the industry is truly phenomenal, from answering Quora questions to the job opportunities and other resources She shares, it is hard not to be in awe of her! Side note, she loves UK Rap! She Created Retroo.xyz, an open source project, a way for people to share their Year in review. In this episode we talk all about the JOB SEARCH PROCESS. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Links mentioned today: Praiz UX on Twitter - https://twitter.com/PraizUx The 10 Minutes of UX Podcast - https://anchor.fm/praizux/

Today’s episode is very special as we are joined by the Amazing Eby AKHIGBE. She is a Customer Experience Designer, the Low budget minister of enjoyment. She ran justdodo.ng - a food startup, where she brought her photography and culinary skills to bear. She hosts paint and sips (a great bonding activity) and also does a lot of Social Entrepreneurship work. In this episode we talk all about her journey, lessons she’s learned and ways to live your best life. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Links mentioned today: Eby’s email - everythingeby@gmail.com, ebyakhigbe@gmail.com Eby’s Podcast - https://anchor.fm/eby-akhigbe

Today’s episode is very special and we are joined by the Amazing Bethel Ofuyatan. Bethel is a Designer and founder of WhiteSpace Inc, a design education platform focused on intelligence, creativity and innovation. Her work and contributions are truly phenomenal! WhiteSpace Inc provides access to materials on design ranging from videos to books to resources and a community for designers including newbies and experts. In this and the next episode we talk all about her journey and Amazing contributions to the ecosystem. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Links mentioned today: Bethel’s Behance Profile Bethel on Twitter

Today we focus on mentorships; the what, when and how. Regardless of the medium you choose to give back with, you must first have something of value to give. No one is under compulsion to be a mentor, there is no commandment anywhere that you must mentor people, but if do mentor others, your motives should not be ulterior. For mentees, the willingness to learn and ability to sit down and do the work is important. Mentorship is not a shortcut or an escape hatch. You have to be a self-starter too. Create structures and systems around your mentor/mentee relationship. There should be agreed date and time. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Links mentioned today: Pomofocus  Pomodone

Today we explore and talk about distraction what it is, how to manage it and ways to direct your focus. The Problem of Distraction did not begin yesterday, the drawing away of the mind from one point or course to another or others. We say something distracts us, when it pulls us away from what we intended to do. Whenever you want to achieve something, keep your eyes open, concentrate and make sure you know exactly what it is you want. No one can hit their target with their eyes closed.” Paulo Coelho. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Links mentioned today: Indistractable Essentialism Atomic Habits

Today we explore and deconstruct how to learn and master hard skills, the quantity vs quality dilemma, the importance of doing the grunt work and getting your reps. In this field, your ability to master complex concepts and skills will be highly rewarded, you become more valuable and so it is a very important thing to pay attention to. So any time and resource we invest in understanding the science behind how we learn will yield valuable returns. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Links Mentioned in today's Episode: The Bookshelf: Business & Self-Improvement ADP List Office Hours Project Wecode Community

Systems are repeated patterns used to complete regular activities. Routines are the activities maintained and done on a regular basis. In Today’s episode we focus on how to be more intentional about our routines and systems for developing better work habits. Systems are a means to an end, it is important to clearly define the purpose for said system. Environment play an important role in our routines and system, certain behaviours are triggered in certain environments. So it is important to prime our environments and make it optimized for the systems and routines that will be helpful for the desired work habit. Every good system has feedback mechanism built-in. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In today’s episode we talk about Year-end routines and plans for the New Year. What did you experience this year? What have you learned from them? From learning from what happened in the year, it is less expensive and most effective to learn from what happened to others. Life is like a school, and its lessons are often dressed up in our circumstances; the challenges, our failures and victories. Rather than live year after year without learning anything or changing anything, decide to live with INTENTIONALITY! PS. We shared a cool tool and a cool tip for the week :) Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In today’s episode we focus on the Either-or Fallacy, also known as false dilemma or false dichotomy. This is a type of logical false belief where a said situation has only a limited number of alternatives. But in reality, it can have more. For context, the thought behind settling for today's episode is coming from a place of frustration at the number of hot takes and opinionated postulations by some industry gate-keepers. The intentions might be good but the resultant effect can be misleading. For example someone speaks from a place of personal experience, without acknowledging the fact that; as rich as their personal experience, it does not cover the full range of possibilities available. PS. We shared a cool tool and a cool tip for the week :) Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In today’s episode we talk about outsourcing work. There are a number of things that are going to make demands on your time and mental resources every single day. There will come a time when delegation and outsourcing is going to be the easier route for some tasks. If you can delegate more, you can be more productive. You can get a lot more done in the same amount of time. There are also many downstream effects when we outsource, whenever possible please do outsource. PS. We shared a cool tool and a cool tip for the week :) Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In today’s episode we talk about rejection and failing. Rejection isn’t failure. Most of the time, advice around dealing with rejection and failures can feel cliché and disconnected from reality. Resilient plans, will help you adapt. A support system is also incredibly valuable for handle rejections and failures. PS. We shared a cool tool and a cool tip for the week :) Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In today’s episode we focus on being thorough and the pursuit of excellent! Being thorough is not perfectionism; it is paying attention to details. Not caring enough about what we do is also mediocrity from another point of view. Care enough about what you do, that it moves you to take steps to become thorough. Not all Habits are exciting when they are started, but you could gamify the process and make it easier to start and maintain good habits. In our pursuit of excellence there is no vanishing point, we can always get better. Please do listen, (PS: we added a new segment; “Cool tip of the week”), share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In today’s episode we explore people and social skills. We also talk about how and why people do what they do and more. To thrive in relationships and work; people and social skills is needed. Understand yourself first, learn basic good manners and other tenets of good behavior and generally acceptable social practices. You have to also learn about other people because you can’t interact with what you don’t know. A little bit of behavioral psychology, you don’t have to go too deep; just look at psychological biases and be informed about why people behave the way they do. The Halo effect, bystander apathy, inattentional blindness and more, learn what these biases are and how they affect you. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Game theory is a mathematical approach to studying decision making that can help explain and address social problems. It tends to focus, most often, on the choice between competition and cooperation. Since games often reflect or share characteristics with real situations -- especially competitive or cooperative situations - they can suggest strategies for dealing with such circumstances. Just as we may be able to understand the strategy of players in a particular game, we may also be able to predict how people, political factions, or states will behave in a given real situation. In today’s episode we explore game theory for self-preservation, career advancement and the common good. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Get the book on Amazon - The Origins of Virtue

When you hear this doom and gloom predictions, bear at the back of your mind that these are not new and our hit rate is really minute. We are horribly bad at making predictions. This is not making a case for complacency though, be diligent and always adapt to changing times and technology. In today’s episode we explore technology advancement, the future of work and how to stay relevant. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today’s episode is a continuation of the #EndSARs episode. One thing that this protest has shown is how excellent at organizing young people can be with a single unifying purpose. The way donation channels were set up, the way medical and legal services were setup is truly remarkable. As a nation this unifying cause showed that the Nigeria of our dreams is a possibility. In today’s episode we share ways we could demand better policing, hold leaders and organizations accountable. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Fundraising for Oke Obi-Enadhuze's family - Donate here

We are tired of the usual banning and dissolving of SARS that never gets implemented. We want actions that yield result. We know that this is an expression of a deeper problem, but today we stand and lend our voice to this movement to bring lasting change and accountability to Policing in Nigeria. In today’s episode we share economic strategies and more ways to lend your voice to this struggle and ensure our voices are heard. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Citizens Gavel https://twitter.com/citizen_gavel https://gavel.ng/

Failing to consider second- and third-order consequences is the cause of a lot of painfully bad decisions, and it is especially deadly when the first inferior option confirms your own biases. Never seize on the first available option, no matter how good it seems, before you’ve asked questions and explored. - Ray Dalio Today we will be focusing on Second Order thinking for Creatives. First order thinking is the process of considering the intended and perhaps obvious implications of a decision.  Second Order Thinking is a critical practice for making effective policy, business and personal decisions. All actions have effects, think about the consequences that may arise from your actions. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we will be focusing on tips and strategies for putting together a portfolio. It might be tempting to just Cram everything you’ve ever done into your personal portfolio, but most employers would be looking for specifics, today we will focus on how to showcase your best work. The purpose of Your portfolio is to provide tangible proof of the value you bring. There is a number of ways to go about creating Your portfolio. You could have an outline of project descriptions, you could also showcase work samples together with client reviews, basically a portfolio documents your professional accomplishments and gives your potential client / employer social proof of your capabilities. So it is very important. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Throughout our lives, there will always be moments when we’re faced with making big decisions from choosing what school to go to, which long-term options should I explore? Should I Move to a new city for a job opportunity, Should I quit my job? Which of my offers should I take? These decisions will affect how you spend most of your time, so the stakes are high. In today's episode we discuss what to consider and how to make these career changing decisions. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we focus on Becoming Technology Tool Agnostic. For our purposes we define being Technology agnostic as to be unbiased towards the use of different technology or tools to solve different problems. It is also not to be too obsessed with Your tools. As professionals we have a responsibility to provide the best technical value to our customers/ clients, employers and stakeholders. Being technology agnostic requires that we step back and gain full understanding of what is required to meet project goals per time. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Without honest and timely feedback, your personal and organizational growth is always limited – Craig Groeschel Today we focus on Feedback; Feedback is Information about reactions to a product, a person's performance of a task, etc. which is used as a basis for improvement. Regardless of how much we think we are self-aware, we all have blind-spots, feedback is a way we can see those blind-spots. We talk strategies for Giving and receiving Feedback and more. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creatives chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In the words of Jay Z 'You don't get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate!' We negotiate almost every single day. From purchases to taking on projects, gigs and jobs. In today’s episode we focus on negotiations; remember to always do your Research, understand the company/client. In a negotiation, don’t focus too much on yourself, the other person is going to give you what you want, to the extent that it satisfies what he/she wants. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

In today’s episode we focus on how to break upper limits and go beyond what You think possible.  An upper limit is a limit we mentally impose on ourselves. Your focus should be on the system of getting to your goal and not just the destination. What do you need to do now, what do you need to do repeatedly that will take you in the direction of your goal? We talked about a number of strategies to help break upper limits. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creatives chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today’s episode is about the journey from novice to mastery. What does Your end goal look like? Is it to be good, great or the very best at what You do? Have Your goal drawn out; but understand that there is going to be some incongruence between your goals and reality, be flexible enough to adapt to changing realities. Don’t hinge your progress on emotions. Find a balance between doing the work and continuous improvement. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today’s episode is a Question: Should You work for free? The answer to this question, depends on a number of factors, in some cases it can be; Yes or No or even maybe. The decision to work for free should be made on a case by case basis. You have to be clear on your career goal, then evaluate opportunities based on their market value, where you are in your career journey and more. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk Success and Metrics for Measuring success. Success is basically achieving what you set out to achieve. Keeping your purpose for why you started in mind will help prevent you from being sidetracked. For most pursuits there are predefinitions for success, the goal is to understand what success looks like in your chosen career and then measure your success correctly. Two things can be measured; outcome and or activity. There is a time required to get your desired results. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk Growth and deliberate practice. Growth is usually not fun, it can be straining and discomforting, but necessary. Don’t let what You don’t have become an excuse; go to work with the equipment you do have. The goal is to become highly skilled and relevant; you can do it from where You are and with what you have. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Listen to previous episode -  New Beginnings, Feedback and Growth Pains We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk Thinking for Yourself and the herd mentality. Information is the antidote, when you have the information you know the rationale behind certain opinions and consensus. Don't be afraid to stand for what You believe in or to change your position in the light of new information. The goal is to become more aware of the information that informs our decisions. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk finances and book keeping. We keep financial records to aid decision making; put systems to ease this process. There is need be honest with Yourself and make behavioural adjustment to fit your earning power.  It helps to view budgeting and expense tracking as Analytics for your financial life. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creative’s Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Support and partner with Us Become a Patreon OR donate via paystack. Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk product design methodologies. Over the course of any project you have to first decide the development methodology to follow and stick to. You want a design methodology that is adaptive and flexible. The main idea underlying the different methodologies is ‘how to break down complex projects into manageable and executable chunks’. Whichever methodology you choose should help You do this effectively. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creative’s Chronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk Designer and Developer collaboration. Document everything, create style-guides, export all assets, document how states and interactions will work and more. The goal is to turn out work You will be proud of, work that measures to the best possible standards. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk project management, effective project scoping and timeline management. Clarity on milestones, deadlines and deliverables will help with time management. Breaking down tasks into small chunks and delegating where necessary can reduce the tendencies for procrastination. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Week! #Timelines #ProjectManagement #ProjectScoping #CreativeProfessional #Clients #TechPodcast #TheCreativesChronicles Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka, @praisephilemonn and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Announcement We have changed episode release days to Mondays!

Today we talk Intentional relationship building and routines. Don’t start with looking out for your own personal gain without providing commiserate value to the relationship, what are you bringing to the prospective relationship you want to get into. Every healthy relationship is a two-way street, don’t be selfish. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Accountability App Contribute to Catena - https://github.com/ukchukx/catena-api Catena App - https://catena.com.ng/ Announcement: We would be going on a Hiatus in October, to return  on the 1st of November 2019. See You in a bit!

Today we talk Procrastination and ways to manage our time effectively. Getting clarity about your projects and tasks will put things in perspective and make your work easier, this removes vagueness. Intentional seek to become a Creative that executes on time.  #Procrastination #CreativeProfessional #Clients #TechPodcast #TheCreativesChronicles Do listen and share with a friend! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @praisephilemonn. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Books Mentioned: Atomic Habits  Deep Work The 8th Habit  20 Mins to 2020: Register to Participate - https://forms.gle/4ycUk6JwuoiFbi5N8

Today we talk Freelancing, Client Management, ways to avoid some of the pitfalls and unadvertised complexities that come with owning and running your own business. #Freelancing #CreativeProfessional #Clients #TechPodcast #TheCreativesChronicles Do listen and share with a friend! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend! Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk mental models for solving problems. A mental model is a way of looking at the world. To be effective we have to expand our mental toolbox and the way we look at problems. To be relevant as Creative Professionals in this time and age; we have to keep evolving and expand our perspectives and the views we hold. #MentalModels #ProblemSolving #TechPodcast #TheCreativesChronicles Do listen, share with a friend! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka, @praisephilemonn and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk ways to handle Impostor Syndrome and burnout. Unhealthy comparison and not being able to separate your work from your personality can become breeding grounds for impostor syndrome.  The problem with impostor syndrome comes when you dwell on it and allow it paralyze and stop you from doing the work you need to do, there is need for a healthy balance between the feelings of delusion and the impostor-like syndrome! #ImpostorSyndrome #Burnout #TechPodcast #TheCreativesChronicles Do listen, share with a friend! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk Ethics and ways to change Narratives that have held us back as a community and nation. Different persons hold differing opinions on what is right / wrong, the barest minimum is that all your decisions be legal. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka, @praisephilemonn and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we talk learning models and time management. Find out how best you learn, what methods has worked for you thus far, once this is clarified, go all in. When a task is necessary, it doesn’t matter if it is easy or not, you will find a way to execute. Prioritize! Break it down into manageable bits and do the work. #LearningModels #TimeManagement #TheCreativesChronicles Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we continue our conversations on New Beginnings and explore the role accountability and mentorship plays on the path to Career growth and development. Align yourself with people who want the same things you want and you will get accountability at its best. #Accountability #Mentors #TheCreativesChronicles Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Today we continue our conversations on New Beginnings and address the growth pains associated with Feedback and starting out. Everyone wants to be a diamond, but no one wants to get cut or go through the pressure needed to produce diamonds - #EmbraceThePain #TheCreativesChronicles Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka, @praisephilemonn and @ukchukx. We look forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

Thank You so much for your care and concern, the calls, messages and DMs, We sincerely appreciate everyone that reached out, The Creative’s Chronicles is back and we are committed to delivering amazing content, this time we would be doing things differently. The all new improved Podcast is focused on being a listener driven show. So You get to decide what happens, we encourage your participation and feedback, tweet @chronicles_tcc we’d love to hear from You. In today’s episode we talk about getting unstuck, starting from scratch and more. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, We would love to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you to tweet @chronicles_tcc, @brightcemeka and @ukchukx. Welooking forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365, Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Hy3SVJLdz4CrZHaZ6WtSM, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy83MjkzYzk4L3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend Get In Touch with us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

We hold dearly to hearts, narratives that are integral parts of the fixed identities we’ve created for ourselves; letting go of a number of these fixed identities and mental models can do us a world of good, but doing this requires a courage. In today’s episode we would be about starting over, skill acquisition and overcoming limiting beliefs. Mental models are self explanations of how things work. This is our perceptions and the worldview we carry around in our minds. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode: § Deconstruct Your learning or project, break the big tasks into manageable bits and face them head-on § Learn just enough to self-correct: you have to realise that you cannot to omniscient, do your due diligence, read blogs, watch Ted talks, read books, but don’t let this phase slip into procrastination. Learn just enough to get on the bike and start riding. § And finally for today - Remove barriers to practice - You are constantly bombarded with a million and one distraction, you have to intentionally prioritize executing on your projects,  Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I would love for us to continue this conversation on Twitter, I encourage you tweets @brightcemeka or @chronicles_tcc am looking forward to hearing from you and please do subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Do have an Amazing Weekend Show Notes: Twitter - https://twitter.com/chronicles_tcc Email – thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com

"The unexamined life is not worth living - Socrates" I am immensely grateful for the amazing support I have received thus far, and I want to take this opportunity to say a BIG THANK YOU, to everyone that has listened, shared or supported this project, You’re the real MVP! And also to the amazing Women both in the Tech Industry and the world over, I celebrate You, Your contributions to society and lives is immeasurable, You all Rock! Thank You for all you do. We are going on a discovery Hiatus, I want you to be part of this process, we intend pivoting and restructuring this podcast to better serve you. Your input and contribution is valued and I would love to hear from you. What is something you think needs to be improved on, what timing in release of episode or would you prefer; your feedback can be sent in as emails or private messages. Emails can be sent to thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com. Every of your reviews and feedback would mean the world to me!  New and improved episodes would returns on the 5th of April 2019. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!

In today’s episode the Project Manager of Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative, Rasheedat Olarinoye shares with us ways to manage our mental health. She also debunked some myths surrounding mental health. Today’s episode is really instructive and enlightening, do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode: § Depression is a Mental illness not a spiritual problem § Seeking professional help is important § Your relationships and association is a contributing factor to your mental well-being § Understand that it is okay to feel overwhelmed and it is also okay to not have all the answers § It is okay to take a break when needed Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Mentally Aware Nigeria on Social Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/mentallyawareng Twitter - https://twitter.com/MentallyAwareNG Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mentallyawareng/ Links mentioned: www.mentallyaware.org Email - contact@mentallyaware.org

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal - Mr. Peter Ayeni, a Serial Entrepreneur and Doer using technology innovation for Social Good. Founder/CTO of Mbele, iLection and IdeaHacks, he holds a Diploma in Computing from Informatics Education Singapore, BBA in IT Security from SMC Switzerland and Executive Education in Business & Entrepreneurship at Kellogg Business School. A Fellow of the DO School and Mandela Washington Fellow, winner of the Union Bank Centenary Innovation Challenge and a lifelong learner. He shared his journey with us; debunked myths about getting started both as an Entrepreneur and Technologist. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode: § Don’t get attached to a particular solution, there are various ways to get any problem solved § Cash flow is important for businesses to thrive § Don’t get stuck on your mistakes, learn from them § Experience and relationships are beneficial to your success as an Entrepreneur § Context is important, indigenous solutions is the next best thing Listen via: Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Mr. Peter on Social  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/peterayeniofficial Twitter - https://twitter.com/peterayeni_ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/peterayeniofficial/ LinkedIN - https://linkedin.com/in/peterayeni/ Links: Mbele Academy - http://mbeleacademy.org https://www.facebook.com/mbeleacademy/ https://twitter.com/mbeleacademy https://www.instagram.com/mbeleacademy/ Idea Hacks - http://ideahacks.xyz https://facebook.com/ideahacksxyz/ 

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal - Mr. Obinna Iwuji, is a Software Developer, Economist and Statistician. He shared his journey and experience with us, giving tips on how to handle situations where you feel overwhelmed and more. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode: Don’t reject yourself, you can do anything you are committed to doing It takes time to become proficient in anything, so give yourself time Be clear about the problem you are trying to solve;  Empathy is important when teaching or working with others Learn to write; putting your thoughts on paper helps you gain clarity Behind every smart person there is hard work, passion and more Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Contact Mr. Obinna via E-mail - obinnaops@gmail.com

   Today’s Guest is Phenomenal - Mr. Olusegun Aribido, He is a UI/UX Designer, Figma Africa Advocate and mentor to a number of Designers. He shared tips on empathy driven design, his design journey and more. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode: Support system and positive peer pressure is helpful Self Motivation is important, there is a limit to what others can do for you Empathy is an important skill for Designers Practice, practice, practice; document and share your process The design is successful in its usability Even when you don’t feel like it sketch Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Follow Mr. Olusegun Aribido on Twitter – https://twitter.com/kadunaconnect/

   Today’s episode is about celebrating the life and times of a Selfless Giver, Late Mrs. Catherine Egwali, she was a 6 time Amazing bestselling author, a business consultant and mentor to many. Today we talked about Legacy and appreciating the gift of life. Do listen, support the cause to raise funds for Catherine’s kids and have an Amazing Weekend! Show Notes: Support Catherine’s Twins Alex’s Account – Alex Iheanacho, Guaranty Trust Bank - 0115547503 Paystack payment link – https://paystack.com/pay/supportcatherinetwins 

   Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, Vivian Egwu is the Founder at GreyAfricaHub and a Software Developer, a graduate of Computer Science from the Prestigious Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. She shared with us her journey and experience as a Software Developer, we talked about how to be intentional about your learning process, mentorship, support and more.. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode: · Keeping your focus on your reasons for starting will keep you through the through times · Intentionality in learning plays a crucial role · Putting your work out in the world is important, this is how you can get feedback and grow · Be ready to acknowledging your short-comings where necessary and improve Listen via: Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Vivian Egwu on Facebook – https://web.facebook.com/egwu.vivian GreyAfricaHub on Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/greyafricahub/ Email – greyafricahub@gmail.com

   Today’s Episode is a little different, it is a session from the Abuja Podcasting Expo, Mr. Dayo Samuel’s session on overcoming Your Fears and anxiety was really mind blowing. Dayo Samuel is the founder, Nigeria Podcast Network. Creator of the Fear Resolve Process. Dayo founded the Nigeria Podcast Network to help Nigerians make more influence, impact and income through the power of their voice. He is the host of the top-ranked iTunes podcast, Audacity2Lead. Author of 4 books: Blog with Excellence, The Influencer Manifesto, Break the Frame and Limitless Courage and Confidence. In 2015, Dayo won the award for the New Media Entrepreneur of the Year, and a meritorious award for leadership development and nation building. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode: § He demystified a lot of myths people hold about podcasting  § He gave a New Definition for Fear and gave practical tips on how to handle fear § You need confidence to enjoy every single day § If you do not understand your fears you cannot overcome those fears § If you can change your interpretation of what has happened, you can change your behavior and response Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Mr. Dayo Samuel on Facebook – https://web.facebook.com/thedayosamuel/ Audacity to Lead – https://audacity2lead.com Get Dayo Samuel’s Book – https://audacity2lead.com/combo-limitless-courage-confidence-book/

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, Mrs. Ibe Grace a business coach, she helps employees start and grow a profitable businesses alongside their 9-5 so they don't live their life depending on salary and also helps entrepreneurs get consistent customers for their business. She shared with us how she started her business as a side hustle, we talked about how to get sales, tips for effective marketing and more. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode:  Sales and marketing is the life blood of businesses.  You need to do market research, is there a market for the product you intend selling;  Have metrics you go over from time to time as a means to measure your progress as a business  Selling is a skill, it can be developed  You can create Lead Magnets (Giveaways) as a part of your sales process  Be Consistent and authentic with your messaging and communications Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Mrs. Grace on Facebook – https://web.facebook.com/grace.ibe.3990 Follow Mrs. Grace on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/ibe_grace/

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, Mr. Bulama Yusuf is the founder and chief software architect at Intellectual Apps. He has led numerous training sessions within and outside Nigeria and is the current coordinator for the Google Developer Group and Java User’s Group in Abuja. Mr. Bulama Yusuf shared with us his intro story into the world of tech, we talked about Communication between team members and clients, the agile methodology of development, running an Agency and more. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode:  The skill to learn, being able to identity a problem and learn ways to solve these puzzles is what stands you out as a developer.  Your grit and never say die attitude would serve you well in this career path  Learning to figure things out is key, you will never really have all the information you need, but you can always figure things out  Communication and feedback is key for successful completion of projects, be sure your entire team is on the same page and have a clear understanding of project details  Processes are important; having a clearly defined process optimizes project delivery. Announcement: Amazing News for intending Podcasters (Something Phenomenal is in the works), do stay tuned! Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Mr. Bulama on Twitter – https://twitter.com/bulsyusuf Intellectual Apps on Twitter - https://twitter.com/intapps Intellectual Apps Website – www.Intellectualapps.com

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, He is a Software Developer, Chief Operation Officer and Customer Relationship Manager at PowerShop.NG, Mr. Hayatu Abubakar He shared with us his intro story into the world of tech, we talked about how to decide what Framework/Language to learn and how to stay focused in a tech world filled with New Trends and buzz words. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode:  Getting started; break your big goals into manageable bits and start there  Don’t get carried away by buzz words and trends, your needs should determine what you focus on and learn  Effective communication is key to better working relationships among Team Members and Clients  Experiment a lot, find out what you are good at and enjoy doing;  In learning; always build on what you have learnt, finds ways to bring the bits you learnt together; see how they fit in your bigger picture  How to manage Teams and more in today’s episode Announcement: The Abuja Podcasting Expo (Getting Started as a Podcaster, growing your audience and brand) Details @ https://thecreativeschronicles.com/abuja-podcasting-expo/ Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Hayatu on Twitter – https://twitter.com/hayatu89 PowerShop.NG on Twitter - https://twitter.com/powershopNG

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, He is the founder and CEO The Presidential Hustle, Mr. Daniel D. Nejo a World Leading Exceptional Talent in Digital Technology (UK Government Endorsed); he started out as a Web and Graphics Designer and have since expanded to numerous skill sets. He has created a number of information content in the form of Blogposts, eBooks and Videos. He is the creator of NejoUniversity.com. We took a deep dive into his journey into design, online business and he shared some strategies for online course creation. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode:  Hone your skills, don’t settle for the basics  Add additional skills that are related to your primary skill set, this increases how valuable you are to your clients  As a business owner you have to understand how to get your business/product/service in front of your audience  Before creating any online course you need to start with the end goal; what do you want people to gain from the course, start there and reverse engineer  The place of learning from Masters of industry cannot be overemphasized. Learn from professionals in your industry. Listen Now: Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: NejoUniversity – https://nejouniversity.com/ The Presidential Hustle – https://www.thepresidentialhustle.com/ Follow Mr. Daniel Nejo on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/danieldamilolanejo/

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, He is the founder and CEO Butler Branding, joining us is Mr. Sean Tambagahan, He shared his journey into the world of design and business, we took a dip dive and reversed engineered on the principles responsible for his transitioning into providing strategy for clients. Learning to do Brand Strategy for Clients can help Agencies and Freelancers transition from order takers to becoming part of creating real business solutions for Clients. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode:  Don’t be scared about transitioning and pivoting as a business; this is change embrace it  You need to be clear as a business about the value you actually provide to clients;  Transition to solving business challenges and use design as a means to solve these business challenges helps your brand positioning  Having a one on one relationship with a Mentor and being in environments that foster growth are definitely helpful for growth and positioning  Find out in today’s episode; To niche or not to niche down As an Agency/Freelancer  Don’t over think things, don’t be paralyzed by the analysis; go out and execute on your dreams Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Follow Mr. Sean Tambagahan on Instagram – https://instagram.com/seantamba Follow Butler Branding on Instagram – https://instagram.com/butlerbranding Butler Branding’s Website - https://www.butlerbranding.com/ Butler Branding’s YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/ButlerWebandDesign

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, He is an ALC-Facilitator, Android Lead GDG Minna, Mobile Developer, Back-end Developer, Java Lover, Co-Founder at Sysbit Nigeria and Minna Tech MeetUp, joining us is Mr. Olorunishola Habeeb Bayo, He shared his journey into the world of tech, we took a dip dive and reversed engineered the principles responsible for where he is in career today; resilience and focus being top of the list. Do listen, share with a friend and have an Amazing Weekend! Notes from Today’s Episode:  We learn by doing; in putting concepts to practice we encounter real challenges and develop problem solving skills during this process  Perspective is everything; see your challenges as areas needing your attention i.e. areas to be improved upon  Be willing to learn from anyone regardless of your level of knowledge  There are tools already existing to make your work and workflow easy; research, ask questions and use these tools to your advantage  Constant improvement should always be at the fore in your mind; consistently find ways to improve  Almost every issue you would encounter has been solved by someone else; learn to use Google and stack-overflow Announcement: The Podcasting Bootcamp Abuja with Bright Emeka will be holding on the 7 and 8 of December 2018, registration and other details will be communicated next week. For partnership and sponsorships, do send me an email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Follow Mr. Olorunishola Habeeb Bayo on Twitter – https://twitter.com/Habeex2009

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, He is a Brand Consultant and the Lead Graphic Designer at Media Range Ltd, joining us is Mr. Onuora Onianwa, He shared his Design journey with us and we take a dip dive into working with interns and how he measures progress in internships, trust me most of the strategies he mentioned could be applied to almost any creative task you engage in, so regardless of whether you are an intern or not there are tips to be gleaned Notes from Today’s Episode:  Ideas starts in your mind  Listening is a skill, develop it  As an intern or any kind of designer, your ability to take feedback is second to none  Treat your interns how you would want to be treated, it is wrong to be demeaning; there are ways to communicate how you feel without being demeaning  Remember that anything great takes time and process to be accomplished, don’t expect it to happen overnight Listen Now: Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365, Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Hy3SVJLdz4CrZHaZ6WtSM, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Follow Mr. Onuora Onianwa on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/iamonuora/ Mr. Onuora’s email - aiyke@iamonuora.com

Today’s Guest is a Python and JavaScript Fullstack Developer, joining us is Mr. Mahmoud Tokura, He shared his intro story into the world of tech and also gave us amazing nuggets and principles that has served and worked for him as a Freelancer and much more. Do listen, share with a friend and have Fun! Notes from Today’s Episode:  Until you can teach something, you are not really good at it.  When launching out as a freelancer your biggest asset is your network; intentionally build meaningful relationships  Meet-ups, conferences and events play an important role. Learn to leverage on these  Having a business plan will give you some guidance and a high level overview of your business model  The client cares for the solution you provide, not the tools or frameworks you use. What matters is the efficiency of the solution you provide  Your experiences even outside the world of tech can serve you as a business person, find ways to connect the dot. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The creativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Follow Mr. Mahmoud Tokura on Twitter – https://twitter.com/MahmoudTokura Tutorial Purgatory on Medium - https://medium.freecodecamp.org/how-to-escape-tutorial-purgatory-as-a-new-developer-or-at-any-time-in-your-career-e3a4b2384a40

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, He is an Engineer, a Brand Identity Designer and Freelancer at NeyoDesigns, joining us is Mr. Adeniyi Ishola, and He shared his Design journey with us and also talks about how he measures career success, get new clients and more. Do listen, share with a friend and have Fun! Notes from Today’s Episode:  Progress needs to be measured to evaluate growth  Feedback is an important metrics to measure success  You have to be patient with your process but don’t be lazy, always push to get better  Consistency, hard-work and creativity makes you a great designer  Keep doing what you do best, the more you practice; the more you discover new methods… Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email: thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Podbean and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creatives Chronicles Podcast on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Show Notes: Follow Mr. Adeniyi Ishola on Instagram – instagram.com/neyodesigns

Today Guest is Phenomenal, He is an Amazing Brand Identity Designer, Founder and Creative Director at Togra Designs, the mind behind theDescus a weekly chat series for Designers and also he is very passionate about knowledge sharing,  joining us is – Mr. Olushola Toluwase, and He shared his Design journey with us and also talks about dealing with plateaus, getting unstuck, theDescus series, client management, and much more. Do listen, share with a friend and have Fun!   Notes from Today’s Episode: The desire to continuously improve and be better will help you make measurable progress Taking new challenges helped me deal with plateaus and pushed me out of my comfort zone Mentorship is an influence you want to be multiplied in yourself; study your mentors Accountability is important, if you are strategic, you will value and appreciate the need to be accountable. This will save you from making costly mistakes. It is okay to make mistakes, you just need to ask better questions You need to be inquisitive, observant and pay attention to details Learn to adapt, but always focus on the big picture   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Follow Mr. Olushola Toluwase on Instagram  – https://instagram.com/iam_olusholatolu

Today Guest is Amazing, He is a Senior Designer at Fourth Canvas, he is well read and the mind behind the #DearDesigner Series, we have joining us - Tunji Ogunoye, he shares his Design journey with us and also talks about the #DearDesigner series, empathy driven design and much more. Do listen, share with a friend and have Fun!   Notes from Today’s Episode: Uploading and putting your work out there helps you measure and track your progress You are unique as a designer, understand that you are different, bring this uniqueness to bear on projects Remember that your design is not all about you; you are designing for an audience! Understanding people, psychology and how the abstracts concepts we use are interpreted by people is important. Read about these topics, learn, get feedback and improve Whenever you get a client, understand the project in its entirety before talking about funds Find a rhythm and pattern that helps your productivity    Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, PlayerFM and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Follow Mr. #DearDesigner on Twitter – https://twitter.com/TunjiOgunoye

Today Guest is Amazing, she is a Motion Designer and also a Brand Identity Designer, we have joining us Debbie Bashorun. Today she shares her Design journey with us and also gives practical tips for handling self-doubt, becoming confident and much more. Do listen, share with a friend and have Fun!   Notes from Today’s Episode: You might be in different stages in career with some of the designers you compare your work with, be patient with your process, get feedback, improve and grow. Be willing to listen and learn Experience is key, money can’t buy experience. It takes time, trust the process Don’t be shy to show your work, put it out there and get feedback Continuous measurable progress boosts your confidence When you get feedback for your work, separate your personality from the project. The feedback is targeted on making your work better and not on attacking on your person. Understand yourself, know what works for you and work it   Demystifying myths The Myth that only Males can be designers is wrong, anybody can design, you need to first want it, then you can go for it. We can master any skill we chose to. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Follow Debbie Bashorun on Twitter - @ https://twitter.com/DebbieBashorun Follow Debbie on Instagram – https://instagram.com/suane.co

Today’s Guest is the mind behind In a Minute series, He is a Motion Designer and also the Creative Director of Schuks Media; joining us today is Somto Schucks Onubogu an amazing Creative Professional. He shared his journey and lessons his picked along the way with us on today’s episode. Do listen and don’t forget to subscribe on your podcasting app.   Notes from Today’s Episode: Learning goes with doing, it is in practicing that we get better Pace yourself; you have time, find a good balance between work and every other thing you do Always have a tested and Process you follow for your projects; this will help you go over blocks Communication, trust and honest are important for profitable partnerships For pricing strategy, positioning and value delivery is key Plus how to become a Motion Designer (Listener pecks)   “If we do not live out our dreams, what’s the point of having them in the first place… - Somto Schucks Onugobu”     Demystifying myths People tend to underestimate the time and effort required for motion design projects. Amazing projects takes time; but with time and experience you get to deliver motion design projects faster.  Another myth is that Motion design is cheap, this is false and finally whiteboard explainer videos is not Motion Design. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Somto on Social – https://www.instagram.com/schucks_/ Schuks Media on Social – https://www.instagram.com/schucksmedia/ Schuks Media - https://www.schucksmedia.com/ Schutterd Media - https://www.instagram.com/schutterdlens/

Today’s Guest is an amazing professional, He is an Entrepreneur, a brand consultant, a Creative Thinker and the Mind behind Mascot Art House and Ifiok Beyond Design Learning Community, He is the Phenomenal Godwin Akpan, starting out as a passionate cartoonist and Cart maker, the love for design and creativity motivated him to take leaps in career. He shared his journey and lessons his picked along the way with us on today’s episode. Do listen and don’t forget to subscribe on your podcasting app.   Notes from Today’s Episode: Don’t get satisfied or stagnated at any level you find yourself in career Don’t hold on to old ways and habits that limit or stunt your growth Patience is a Skill; creativity takes time Patience works with critical thinking, this should not be misconstrued for slow pace of delivery Be strategic about rejections, see it as a curve in the learning process and it also contributes to your portfolio Contributing to the growth of Communities will make the industry thrive   Demystifying myths The Myth that we cannot be united in the creative industry is wrong. Currently with IBD Community I am working to demystify this myth. The goal is to make it possible for anyone to learn and get to any height in the industry. It is possible to get into the industry, learn and with time become a professional. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Godwin Akpan on Social – https://www.facebook.com/mascotwin Mascot Art House - https://www.facebook.com/mascotarthouse/ Ifiok Beyond Design Community - https://www.facebook.com/ifiokbeyonddesign/

Episode 051– Start with what you have Today’s Guest is Amazing, she is a YouTuber, an Entrepreneur and a Writer, joining us today is Olamide Egbayelo; she shared her journey into the world of Digital content creation and lessons she’s picked up. Do listen and don’t forget to subscribe on your podcasting app.   Notes from Today’s Episode: Don’t be money driven, you need to enjoy doing what you are doing Start in a space you are good at, passion plays a huge role You will need to read and research a lot Start with what you have, learn the basics Measuring Progress and periodic evaluation is important, Learn how to handle feedback; both negative and positive Speak to people in the industry; ask questions…   Demystifying myths The Myth that once you become a YouTube content creator you are now earning plenty $$$ is quiet wrong, to start earning you must meet the eligibility requirements for the YouTube Partner Program. Once a channel reaches 4,000 watch hours in the previous 12 months and 1,000 subscribers it will be reviewed to join the program. To become profitable in business or career, there is need for consistency, patience and work ethic; these values are universal. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Olamide’s YouTube Chanel – https://www.youtube.com/olamideyelo Hexal Place - https://hexalplace.com/ Olamide’s Website - http://olamideyelo.com/

Today’s Guest is Phenomenal, we have joining us Abdulhakim Haliru, he is a Software Developer,  Tech Evangelist, Co-Organizer for WeCodeNG, he is the CTO of Leproghrammeen and a serial entrepreneur. Today he shares with us his story and lessons he has picked from a really long career in technology. "Do note that you will not have all the answers at the beginning, but ignorance is not an excuse. Be ready to walk the talk, it takes a lot to be successful, be ready for eventualities. How prepared you are determines how you react to situations."   Notes from Today’s Episode: Even our mistakes shape our paths, it adds up. Our success story is a product of our experiences Learn emotional intelligence, it does a lot for your career and business Have values, ethics play a major role in the decisions we make and who we become It takes an inordinate amount of effort to make an impact in the market place or in career. Consistency will help you standout. Don’t focus on the buzz words or hype, learn to kill the noise Business skill, people skill, there is also an element of marketing needed; evaluate your strengths and weakness before starting out in business Because you have failed at one thing, doesn’t mean you are a failure.   Demystifying myths The Myth that the entrepreneur’s path is easy is wrong; this makes a lot of people jump on the entrepreneurship bandwagon and they are not ready to do what it takes. Technology is profitable and attractive, but you need to do a lot of work and also you need to have an open mind to learning. Learn to fail fast and learn to laugh at yourself. You need to be prepared and understand what it really takes to be an entrepreneur.   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: LeProghrammeen - http://www.leproghrammeen.com/ Follow Abdulhakim on Twitter - @ https://twitter.com/hakeemhal

Mr. Seun Daramola is a friend, brother and a Full Stack Developer at Andela, he embodies passion, I recall him travelling from Lokoja to Abuja to attend Meetups, safe to say community, commitment and passion pays. Today he shares with us his journey and experience and the role communities play in the career of Techies.   Notes from Today’s Episode: Join a Community, don’t be an island… @seunzone   Focus on a particular career path, this saves you time The knowledge gotten from the process of trying to attain a goal leaves you more equipped for subsequent goals Always note that the initial learning curve is different for everyone, know that your journey is different, stay consistent and push through that phase To advance in career you need to be in circles of people who are doing what you desire, this gives you access to information and resource persons Sharing our knowledge with others helps them and also creates ripple effects and we are better for it   Demystifying myths The Myth related to becoming a Senior Developer, the senior developers you see today, were ones beginners, they paid their dues and put in the work; Titles are fine, but don’t feel intimidated or let titles get into your head, forget the titles;  give yourself to learning, the returns will be well worth it. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcasts and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Seun’s Website – www.seunzone.com Follow Seun on Twitter - @seunzone

Ian Paget is the mind behind Logo Geek, He is a UK based graphic designer located in Manchester, who specialises in logo and brand identity design. He has successfully built a thriving Community of Brand Identity Designers and also hosts the Logo Geek Podcast. Today he shares with us his story and practical tips for handling “Blocks”, getting mentors and thriving as a Creative Professional, do listen and have fun!   Notes from Today’s Episode: Create a plan and reverse engineer it The drive to learn more and wanting to get better ultimately pays off Continually ask questions, participate in communities and keep pushing Adding value also raises your value in the market place With a business or anything, you need to have a goal that is beyond working, something you would love to do…   Demystifying myths Creative block, most times when people hit blocks, they feel they can’t get anything done. Don’t let yourself be trapped because you can’t think of anything clever or new, you can take ideas and structures from other places, work through putting something together, it might not be the most amazing thing, but it is better to do something than nothing, focus on finishing, this way you have made progress. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Resources Mentioned: Logo Geek – https://logogeek.uk/ Logo Geek Community – https://logogeek.uk/community Logo Geek on Twitter – https://twitter.com/Logo_Geek Ian Paget on Twitter – https://twitter.com/ianpaget

Today’s Guest is a 6 time Amazing bestselling author, a business consultant and coach, She has an Amazing personality, Catherine Egwali runs Switemtech, a tech company, she shares practical tips for becoming an Author and running an online business. Do listen, leave comments and have fun.   “done is better than perfect – Catherine Egwali    Notes from Today’s Episode: Done is better than perfect, you can always update at anytime, Knowing what to do is essential, be on the lookout for avenues for improvement Feedback is important; put your work out there early, get feedback and improve Discipline is essential to achieving success in business, career and life Previously knowledge might not hold true today; we learn, relearn and unlearn for growth   Demystifying myths The myth that your book or project has to be perfect is wrong, there is no perfect book, firstly ensure that you have done your best and then get it out there, from feedback you can always learn, improve and have revised editions. The goal is to Keep learning and evolving to becoming better versions of ourselves.   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creative’s Chronicles Podcast on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Catherine’s Website – https://www.catherineegwali.com Switemtech – www.switemtech.com On Social Media– @catherineegwali and @switemtech

Joining us today is an Amazing guest, He is not just a technologist but he is also an Internal Medicine Physician and the Founder of Wellahealth – a tech startup and Digital Health Nigeria – a community of Health tech innovators Dr. Ikpeme Neto. He speaks to us about healthy practices Creatives can adopt in their day to day activities for a healthy life and much more. Do listen, leave comments and have fun.   “Your work space should be such that you have a good posture, make sure your screen is at eye level so that you are not bent over, be deliberate about your health - @docneto” Notes from Today’s Episode: In the short term you could get muscle strains, back pain from being hunched over, the thing to be aware of is to make sure you are in a comfortable posture, make sure your chair is good and use a chair that is nice and comfortable and take frequent breaks, atleast after every hour, take 10 minutes break. Take out time to exercise at least 30 minutes in most days of the week, you need to exert yourself so that your heart rate jumps and you sweet a little. You can get apps that help with your exercise routine. Sign up for health insurance Don’t make assumptions about your health, make your health a priority Eat healthy foods, be deliberate about your meals, plan it out, reduce portion size and drink a lot of water.   Demystifying myths A lot of us in Nigeria ascribe a lot of health care stuff to superstitious and religious basis when they are actually physical things that happen and can be treated, some people would say only sinners get sick but that is not true, anyone can get sick and can be treated, please listen to what your doctor says about your health.   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creative’s Chronicles Podcast on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!      Show Notes: WellaHealth - https://www.wellahealth.com/wellapatient/ Dr. Neto on Twitter - https://twitter.com/docneto WellaHealth on Twitter – https://twitter.com/WellaHealth

Joining us today is Johno Ormond, a business owner working in New Zealand, he runs a Digital Marketing Agency (Dalia Media) and His Agency also does political marketing. He speaks to us about his travels, journey and experiences, he also shared detailed and actionable content on digital marketing for businesses and political marketing. Do listen, leave comments and have fun.   “Your clients become disinterested in your services if it doesn’t produce the desired result” Notes from Today’s Episode: You don’t necessarily have to do big things, to do work that matter, you could do the little things; Its just Local actors doing the best they can that shape the world Hone in on one niche, make money for your clients; produce results for campaigns you engage in Simple is better There a lot of tools available, ensure you are not chasing vanity projects that yield no results, use the tools available to you Make sure your offer is good and that you demonstrate Credibility   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creative’s Chronicles Podcast on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Dalia Media - http://www.daliamedia.com/

Today’s Guest is a Mentor and Boss - Mr. Charles Dairo, He is the Founder and CEO - CKDigital, A Digital Agency in Lagos – Nigeria, He joins us today and shares on practical tips for building an Agency, getting started in career as a Creative and he also shared with us how he got his Agency’s website to rank on Google’s first page “trust me CKDigital’s SEO game is on-point”, today’s episode is practical. Do listen, leave comments and have fun.     “There is always a market for value, as long as you are adding value; you will remain in business – @Charles_dairo” #thecreativeschronicles   Notes from Today’s Episode: Don’t wait to be spoon-fed, take initiative and own your learning and progress Be active about learning; learning never ends Bring value to the table, there is something you can do Beginnings most times might not be easy, being passionate and patient will yield bountiful dividends in time Take ownership of whatever you do, wherever you are Being a Freelancer and running an Agency is totally different, there are so many things needed to run an Agency – Leadership skills, client management, finance and a host of other things   Demystifying myths There are some myths about business and Entrepreneurship; if you want to go into business, you need to understand that Business is work, you will work harder than the average person, wake earlier than the average person, but if you are really passionate about business, in time it is going to be worth it, you will need to be patient. Three important things to note is that you need to be Passionate, Competent and once there is a market for your product and/or service you will thrive.   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creative’s Chronicles Podcast on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Listen here>>>   Show Notes: CKDigital Website – https://www.ckdigital.net/ CKDigital Academy – www.ckdigitalacademy.com CKDigital on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/ckdigital/ CKDigital on Twitter – https://www.twitter.com/ckdigital/

Today’s Guest is an Amazing Personality, Barisuka Craig, He is a Software Engineer, Customer Experience Advocate and a Boss in the Industry. He speaks to us about his journey and from his wealth of experiences and also gives us actionable tips for client relationship management, growth and career improvement, today’s episode is practical. Do listen, leave comments and have fun.     “Keep trying it is going to get better, keep trying to develop yourself; do know that what you know today will be obsolete tomorrow, never settle” Notes from Today’s Episode: Always keep an open mind, know that you don’t know everything Hand hold your client till you make the sale We need to do more sharing our stories so people can see behind the scenes and learn People will always have their opinions and notions about you, that should not stop you Communication is key for maintaining good client and customer relationship Make sure you give your customer the best experience, they will come back Wow your customer, they will come back for more – Barisuka Craig   Demystifying myths The Myth most clients have and think your job should be cheap because you are a Nigerian and this is wrong; as a professional you can bill rates that are okay with you, place a premium on what you do, people value premium.     Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast, Spotify and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creative’s Chronicles Podcast on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Barisuka Craig on Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/craigprinsprofile97

Today’s Guest is an Amazing Designer, Creative Director Verdant Agrotech, Music Artiste, Reuben Abel Nyaze, he shares with us some principles he’s held close to his heart and amazing concepts that will aid Creatives in this Career path. Do listen, leave comments and have fun.     “Good design is as little design as possible”. Less, but better – because it concentrates on the essential aspects, and the products are not burdened with non-essentials. Back to purity, back to simplicity. Dieter Rams – German Industrial Designer   Notes from Today’s Episode: We can learn simplicity from nature and everywhere around us You can always start where you are with what you have Work with as little as much clients as possible; the ones who respect you and value your work If you focus on one area and get good at it, it helps you get good at other areas, Everything we do adds up in some way, even things we think are inconsequential Stay close to family, get someone you can talk to, get love, love takes care of the stress Don't dwell on the past, time is forward moving... Always be grateful for everything you get and where you are   Demystifying myths The misconception and wrong notions we hold about creativity, art and under appreciating the value Creatives bring to the table needs to  be dealt with; design is valuable. You need patience and endurance, Always remember that business and design is problem solving. Functionality is part of design, Design serves its purpose when the end user can actually use it. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creative’s Chronicles Podcast on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Listen here>>>   Show Notes: Reubenrane on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/reubenrane/ Verdant Agrotech - http://www.verdantapp.com

Today’s Guest is the Legendary Tola Alabi, He is a Boss in the Industry, a Mentor, the Creative Director of Tola Alabi Design LLC – an Abuja-based design company that specializes in brand identity design, He is being in the industry for over 13 years now and has successfully carved a niche for himself as an Authority in Brand Identity Design. He is also the Co-Founder of Logo March a movement that featured designers from over 6 countries. He speaks to us about his journey, experiences and also gave us actionable nuggets on creating a niche for yourself and differentiation techniques, today’s episode is practical. Do listen, leave comments and have fun.   “The first challenge I had was, breaking the stereotype of designers being just being an extension of the hands of clients, nobody pays you well for being an extension of their hands, you are paid for thinking” Notes from Today’s Episode: We can always learn from other Designers, research and model your career after Designers you admire Standing out in today’s Creative Industry can be quite daunting, the first step for anyone starting out is to know yourself, what area of design do you want to specialize in, start out with that area first As a designer what you do is valuable, You are a professional; place a premium on what you do, learn and understand client communication, this skill will stand you out The one thing that has kept me going is that I believe that this is what I am meant to do, you need to be clear about your why, why you do what you do will keep you going Separate emotions from what you do, don’t be emotional attached to your designs that you can’t take criticism or rejections Tell stories with your projects, make your clients’ understand the thought process behind your designs What you have is valuable, put a premium on your skill as a designer   Demystifying myths The Myth that design is easy is wrong, design is not easy. Design takes a lot of careful thinking, technical skills, visual accountability and social skills; all these go into the process of creating good design. No skill or profession is actually easy. Another myth is that good design is cheap, good design and branding isn’t cheap, if you are doing branding and getting it cheap, you need to question it. Don’t expect people to task themselves for nothing, you need to understand that good branding differentiates your product and stands it out, customers and clients place premium on products with good branding.   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes, Google Podcast and any other podcasting app you use, just search for The Creative’s Chronicles Podcast on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Tola Alabi on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tolaalabidesign/ Tola Alabi on differentiating yourself as a Designer – http://thisisyox.com/the-best-way-to-differentiate-yourself-as-a-graphic-designer/

Today’s Guest is the one and only Yox the Professor,  He is a legend, an Author, a Brand Strategist and Consultant, with a background in Estate Management, in the Nigerian Creative Industry He is a force to be reckoned with, As an Expert in the art of branding, very humble and an Amazing mentor to a number of Creatives, He gives us practical tips and actionable nuggets on the Art of Branding and building brand personas, you just have to listen to today’s episode over and over again. Do listen, leave comments and have fun.    “Understanding strategy from the marketing point of view and how you can infuse design with marketing to increase sales will stand you out” Notes from Today’s Episode: The moment you share experience, share your story, people will trust and like; eventually they will do business with you Design by itself doesn’t sell anything. The perceived value of what businesses want to do is to make more money. You must master how you can use design to communicate your ideas to help the client make more money For Mentees - Attitude is everything; there is work to be done, put in the work. Rejections and people saying no drives me and propels me to do more; I question myself   Demystifying myths The Myth that because someone has so many years of experience they don’t go through what you are also going through; for every one design we put out there, there are two, three, four we don’t show that the design process has ruined, and they don’t make the cut, We all go through the same challenges, we get to be undervalued by clients at times and get good jobs  sometimes, At whatever phase you are in presently and you are looking at someone above you; just know we face similar challenges, the difference is the veteran most times gets paid more for their time.   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Listen here>>>   Show Notes: Yox the Professor on Instagram - @thisisyox Resources and books for Designers from Yox the Professor - http://thisisyox.com/ One Nigeria Series - http://thisisyox.com/one-nigeria/ Africa is Not a Country Series – http://thisisyox.com/africa/ Yox the Professor’s note to Mentees – http://thisisyox.com/dear-mentee-behave-yourself/ Yox Novero - http://www.yoxnovero.com/ Yox Novero on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yoxnovero/

Today’s Guest, Mr. David Kezi, is a Christian, JS Ninja, Web Developer, CUHebron Graduate and Co-organizer of ForLoop Abuja, He shared with us his story and plenty valuable tips. It is only when you build that you encounter real bugs, edge cases and understand concepts beyond the basics. Having priorities can help you create balance, Do listen, leave comments and have fun.    “The more you know, the more you know that you don’t know…” Notes from Today’s Episode: Learn to learn and use knowledge gleaned to solve problems You learn faster by doing and practicing… deliberate practice is a career booster Use tools you are most comfortable with and are also efficient for that task When you plateau in career; community and support can point you in the right direction No one person is the monopoly of knowledge, you can always get better Joining communities bring tremendous opportunities and exposure to any person Little marginal changes, is what adds up…   Demystifying myths The Myth that need to know math to be good in programming, there are some part of programming that you don’t necessarily need to be a math genius to be good in. If you can learn a spoken language, you can learn Programming and if you can give instructions and directions to a stranger, then you can learn programming.   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: David Kezi on Twitter - @daveed_kz

Today’s Guest, Mr. Michael Benson Ewesor is a Graphic Designer, Tutor and Design Boss, He shared with us his journey into the world of design, he also shared how he faced his fears; working with clients, taking on projects and much more, Do listen and have fun.  “Simplicity is sophistication” Notes from Today’s Episode: Seeing people do something can inspire and spur us on to achieve awesomeness, you can draw out inspiration from people Down times is nothing new, the hope and believe in better days coming make you take on challenges Perseverance and being passionate are two ingredients that will make a world of difference to any career Fear can cripple and limit your abilities The role of Mentorship in career growth cannot be overemphasized, get mentors! Explore and take risks, finally don’t forget self-confidence…   Demystifying myths The Myth that Graphic Design as a professional is subpar is wrong. Graphic Design is a noble profession, everything we see was designed. We are not just pixel pushers, As Designers we proffer solutions to businesses and individuals. And there is a future for design globally, so intending Creatives should not be afraid or intimidated. Do you!   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Michael Benson Ewesor on Instagram - @michael_bensonewesor

Today’s Guest, Mr. Raji Abdulgafar, He is a Programmer, Python lover, Certified Ethical Hacker, Community Developer, Digital Forensics Expert and in the recently concluded NaijaSecCon his team (L.I.G S3C) came out as the first runner up, He is a passionate and curious researcher, he  shares his story with us. Do listen and have fun.  “I don’t focus on the challenges, if I focus on the challenge I won’t move on” Notes from Today’s Episode: Your curiosity and desire to figure out how things work propels you to probe and understand the underlying principles behind a lot of things For users security ensure you are logged in and viewing the right website you intend to visit Avoid code redundancy; Write a simple code Don't chose a dictionary word as your password or anything related to your personal life e.g. street name, names of your loved ones. They are easy to crack; ensure to change your passwords periodically. Never use a password for multiple accounts, so in case one of them is compromised, the other accounts are still secured You could secure your network by filtering file sharing across a network and also use VPNs Have a Vision and a Goal you are working towards (A big picture for your career), it propels you past your challenges.   Demystifying myths The Myth that all hackers are bad, I don't seem to know where they got that from. Well, maybe in movies they see the guy behind the black and green screen. This is not true, an ethical hacker is someone who legally attempts to break into a computer system or network in order to find its vulnerability (weakness) and secure it. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Abdulgafar Raji on Twitter - @mrgaphy

Today’s Guest Mr. Kareem Rahman is an Amazing Designer, you need to see his works and designs, they are amazing, he started to pursue design after his friend refused to teach him how to design, following the path of a Self-Taught designer, He has drastically transformed from the beginner to now he is earning money as a Professional Graphic Designer, He shares his story with us. Today’s episode is filled with a ton of valuable and actionable content do listen and have fun.     “Use your rejections; let it fuel your curiosity and passion to know more” Notes from Today’s Episode: Consistent practice is the way to become professional at any skill You require patience and persistence in this career path You need a sphere of supportive friends; people in your circle that can open doors for you and support you Constantly staying in the know of what is happening in the industry keeps you relevant and updated In every difficulty or mistake there is always a lesson Collaboration and Team work will pay more, like we could achieve much more faster with help Don’t get to a point where you feel that there is nothing to learn, learning is growing… (Keep the ego in check)   Demystifying myths The Myth that Designers are Wizards is wrong, as Designers we get inspired from a lot of things, we draw inspiration from other things existing and create Awesome designs.   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Kareem Rahman on Instagram- https://instagram.com/iamrhamzy

Today’s Guest Lilian C. Ezeli is a phenomenal personality, starting from a background in Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Network Security, She has worked as a Data Analyst and today she shares her story with us. Today’s episode is filled with a ton of valuable and actionable content do listen and have fun.   “Breaking my own personal records keeps me motivated whenever I face a challenge” Notes from Today’s Episode: Set challenges for yourself, this is one way to push past your limitations Having people in your circle that can motivate and cheer you on also does a lot for your progress in any field Creating calendars and schedules can help you in balancing work, relationships and rest Have plans that are written, don’t use your head as a note pad Most of the Creative Minds we admire and look up to have documented their experiences and thoughts; we could literary pick their brains and see from their perspective by studying them Try and understand your learning style; you are unique; find what works for you   Demystifying myths The Myth that Experts and professionals in tech are super humans is wrong, everyone has their own journeys and they have worked on themselves and are still evolving and growing, so don’t discount yourself, trust your own journey. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Lilian Ezeli on Twitter - https://twitter.com/DuchessLilian

Today’s Guest is phenomenal, She is a graduate of Microbiology from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka, a Software Developer, Technical Writer, Women-In-Tech Enthusiast, Community builder, the Queen of Memes in the Nigerian Tech Ecosystem and the CEO and Founder of She Code Africa. Today she shares with us her journey and gives practical tips on how to thrive in the tech ecosystem. Today’s episode is filled with a ton of valuable and actionable content do listen and have fun.     “Own your own learning and journey, don’t wait for anyone to spoon feed you” Notes from Today’s Episode: Don’t give yourself boundaries, try a lot a lot of things, let your mind explore the possibilities; this way you gain a lot of experience and exposure You will get plenty advice and reasons to quit and give, focusing on your goal and being an explorer will give you an edge When You start out; get building and when you learn anything, implement early and practice, practice, practice Nobody owes you anything in tech, you need to own your learning, be ready to do the research yourself, if you have someone to hold you accountable that is great, just decide and commit to your own journey and progress Starting out and learning new stuff in the tech ecosystem is quite different from the usual classroom structure of learning; here you have to own your own Learning, you decide how far you go and how much you achieve Be open to explore various fields and aspects of tech beyond coding.   Demystifying myths The Myth that tech is for a specific gender is not true; as long as you have the mental and technical skills you can thrive in tech. Another myth is that you must come from a technical background before you get into tech; over and over this myth has been proven wrong; regardless of your background you can get into tech; you just need to be committed and pay your dues. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes  and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: She Code Africa: shecodeafrica@gmail.com Twitter - @SheCodeAfrica Facebook - @SheCodeAfrica/ Ada Nduka O. on Twitter - @Kolokodess

Today Guest is Amazing, we have joining us today Tsowa Mainasara Al-min, He is a JavaScript and Go Developer who aims to change the world; one line of code at a time. Today he shares with us how starting with the basics and working our way up can be of tremendous value to our paths as Creatives.   “Your imagination is not limited whenever you are programming a computer, these devices have the power to do a lot and with little effort you can get them to do anything” Notes from Today’s Episode: Stating with and facing seemingly difficult tasks gives us the confidence to proceed and even pick up simpler concept with ease. Learning standards and basics at the beginning is of crucial importance, it will save you a lot of valuable time and effort. If you get stuck, take some time out and come back; try and try again. When you leave the challenge you were working on, use that time to learn something new. Everything we do is connected. What we need more of is community projects, these way we can get more people interested in the tech industry and inspire these people to do more and make them enthusiasts too To stay updated, I usually get myself in the circle of the developers working on the new stuff   Demystifying myths The Myth that a certificate gets you the job is partly true, when you come out with a first class result in computer science, you will get the job, but to keep this job you need to be able to implement a lot of concepts. Most times in school, the students  that practice and implement  concepts they are taught might be average students and the other students that just get the head knowledge without necessarily implementing; will find reality after school rather shocking. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Tsowa Mainasara on Twitter – @neutrino2211

Today Guest is Amazing, we have joining us today is the Women TechMaker Lead for GDG Minna, Ms. Gbemileke Anthony, she is so many things in one, a techie, developer, writer and poet. Today she shares with us how our paths are uniquely different, in this episode she challenges a lot of myths we hold about our personalities, our stories and life’s tasks   “Do I have to be a single color, why can’t I be a rainbow; if I am rainbow?” Notes from Today’s Episode: Accept all of who you are, don’t minimize your abilities to fit into people’s definitions There is always a learning curve to getting any new skill, you don’t just start and become a pro, remember that this is essentially what life is, give it time and be patient When people share their up and downs and failings you are encouraged and you know that you are not the dumbest and you are spurred on to keep going Remember you were once a newbie, be willing to provide mentorship and be honest about your own journey and give advice from your own experience People will still be people, just be as much of yourself as you can   Demystifying myths The Myth that you need to have a singular definition of yourself is quite limiting. “Do I need to stifle parts of me to be organized, can’t I be all of me… if you are not just one thing, don’t limit yourself” Why is there so much pressure to give a specific very succinct singular definition to oneself? An onion has several layers, but it is still an onion, a sedimentary rock has various strata but it is still a sedimentary rock, this is to say that the sum your parts is greater than the singular entity of you. You can decide to become as much as you desire to be. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes: and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Do you stay in Minna,  join GDG Minna - @ minna.gdg.ng, meetup.com/gdgminna

Today Guest is Amazing, we have joining us Mr. Omole Samuel, he is a full stack web developer and Freelancer, a coding instructor and an IT Consultant, currently based in Abuja, he started out as an Embedded Systems Programmer and then moved on to become an external coding instructor for various private schools and today he is a Freelance Web Developer. Today he shares with us how we could use criticisms as building blocks for career growth and also how community can be the best thing that can happen to any developer. Notes from Today’s Episode: Programming languages are like spoken languages, the way to get good at it, is to speak it, keep using it till you get fluent in it. Soft skills matter a lot in this technical field, I actually believe that 20% is your skill set and 80% is the soft skills; your presentation, relationship skills etc. Community is the best thing that can happen to a programmer; you literally have a group of persons with different stories and different perspectives; it’s not just about your skill, it’s about the community around you. Criticism is what we need for growth, don’t be defensive, use the criticism and let it becoming building blocks for your growth When you are just starting out, try and block out distractions, this will aid your growth Most times generalizations people have shaped the narratives people hold and our world views. Don’t let such limiting beliefs hold you back, you can handle as much as you can dream up; you can evolve and get better You need to know how to create balance and turn off, this way you can build healthy relationships with friends, family and people in general   Demystifying myths The Myth that you cannot do a lot and be good at it, our brains can actually take as much as we would give it, polyglot programmers and multi-potentialite talented persons is prove to this concept of being able to thrive in more than one field. “A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.”  You can master more than one skill; you are well able. Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Follow Samuel on Twitter - @samuel_omole01

Today we have an Amazing personality joining us, we have an Online Business Coach, Social Media Legend Mr. Phenomenal Himself, Mr. John Obidi... aka Daddy J. O. a few of his attributes, He is good looking, has an Amazing sense of Humour, Avance Media 2017 Most Influential Young Nigeria in Personal Development and Academia category and He is the Commander in Chief of Smart B. Camp.  Everyone has something, you have a gift, you need to find out how that super power is relevant in today’s economy. He shared with us that it pays to be open minded. Keep moving, trust the process, and believe that one day, your path will trust you enough to stop testing you. There is always something to learn from the winding path, it can be the thing that leads to the thing, that leads to the thing…   Notes from Today’s Episode: Do not be seduced by doctrine that pats you on the back for weakness and mediocrity; by philosophies that encourage you to 'remain as you are'. Being a techie gave me that capability to shape-shift and thrive in various industries These problems have always been around here, but if you want it bad enough there is always a way; I don’t look at the challenges but the solutions… I believe that programmers should be the richest group of people in Nigeria, if only they knew how to monetize solutions… Most programmers get it wrong from the beginning, they start out thinking of selling their time as a service; you should be looking at the market place for a software need and since you have the skills; you then create the solutions for these needs; after doing this you need to learn how to take that product to market; one way to take your product to the market is through Facebook ads… You can monetize through Admob and or licensing To stay updated you can stay subscribed to the most relevant email lists in your field, stay subscribed to YouTube channels and attend Meetups, have Twitter lists about particular categories etc. There are low costs ways of starting out; there is Microsoft Bizspark, you need to learn to bootstrap, you can also launch your app in market places like JVZoo and get subscribers to your solutions, you don’t need money, you just have to be more innovative To get anything you need to be able to express yourself intelligently, step out of your comfort zone and learn these things, learn to speak, get in to places that require you to express yourself Handle the inevitable rejection like it's simply a rite of passage. You have to be willing to look like a fool for a period of time. This is the price that you must pay.   Remember to go out and create Awesomeness, I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Join SmartBCamp - http://facebook.com/groups/smartbcamp    Books Mentioned As a Man Thinketh by James Allen The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Today we have the Billionaire Designer himself, a minimalist designer and a Brand Identity Expert, if you see his work and projects they are just awesome, you will be wowed by the level of excellence in his works and projects. He shares with us how he started out as a Marine Sailor and was able to successful navigate and switch to become the professional Designer he now is. He intentional chose this Design Career and also shares from his wealth of experience.   Notes from Today’s Episode: You can’t satisfy everybody, not everybody will buy-in to your solutions Design is relative, one thing that looks good for you, might not look good to the next person Document your idea properly and present it in a way that the client sees how it solves their problem, remember to provide value for the client first… It was an experimental journey for me, I had to do a lot of trial and error... In this industry, you need to stay updated and continually research on ways of improvement…   I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   Show Notes: Follow Emem Didymus on Instagram – deedeemors Facebook -   emem.didymus

Today’s Guest is the Computer Vision Prodigy, a Data Scientist and a passionate Developer Abdulmaleek Mustapha Abdullahi, this young man is phenomenal, he has crazily awesome ideas, I was in awe of the kind of ideas he shared, this is one episode you have to listen to.   “After learning, create fun projects, solve your own problems and then you can start earning…” There is no rush, you can always learn, remember you have to be patient…   “AI is the new electricity” said Andrew Ng, co-founder of Coursera and an adjunct Stanford professor who founded the Google Brain Deep Learning Project   “The modern AI is modeled after how the brain works, you show a computer this and it learns to create that…” “When I started programming I had no access to the internet, I don’t want the next generation to suffer like I suffered, I want access to information and learning resources to be free…” “The AI we have now is AI that works with humans and solve problems…” I trust you have picked some actionable nuggets from today’s episode, do execute and have fun.   I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365 and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!

Eyitemi Egbejule is a Cybersecurity Consultant/researcher, founding member of the NaijaSecForce security community, organizers of NaijaSecCon. Is also a founding member of the PythonNigeria developers community, member of the community’s board and also member of the organizing committee of the recent PyCon in Nigeria. Eyitemi runs a Cybersecurity Research Labs, SicSec Labs and does active research on malware, Advanced Persistent Threats and Reverse engineering. He tweets about security and tech as @eEyitemi, Builds security tools using Python and does security code audits. He is currently an independent member of the Django Software Foundation. On the side, Eyitemi is actively involved in Girl Tech Educaiton by mentoring Girls in programming and Cybersecurity and He has coached at over 18 Django Girls Events in West Africa. He shared with us his story and experiences.   "You don’t have to be a Programmer or Designer to be in Tech, we need lots of people in tech, we need various kinds of people; accountants, event planners, evangelists, marketers…"   "Learn to talk about what you have done and what you do, don’t be too humble and not talk about what you have done, you can talk about what you do without being boastful."   "Talking about your projects builds confidence"  "Count your projects; name them one by one, it will surprise you what you done and what you are capable of doing…"   I trust you have picked some actionable nuggets from today’s episode, do execute and have fun. I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365 and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You! Mentioned in today’s episode: OWASP Guide Project - https://www.owasp.org/index.php/OWASP_Guide_Project OWASP Project Inventory - https://www.owasp.org/index.php/OWASP_Project_Inventory

Today’s Guest, Rejoice has the most beautiful smile I have ever seen and she is an amazing person, she is a graduate of management information systems, versatile in computer administration, networking and web-development. She is value driven and passionate about being an asset to her society, nation and world at large. Rejoice is a community developer and is an organizer and the team lead of the Python Abuja Meet-up. She shares with us her story and journey into the world of tech, challenges faced and how she overcame and so much more, today’s episode is filled with tons of actionable content, do listen.   Learn in particular patterns, follow a path, don’t confuse yourself, keep learning, don’t ever stop; no matter how fast or slow you are going, just keep moving, you become the best you can be that way…   To remain relevant, you must evolve and learn… I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365 and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!

Today’s Guest, Bolanle Banwo is a brand Identity designer from Lagos, Nigeria. She helps brands tell compelling stories via creative designs. Much of her work is centered around helping small and medium businesses create smart impressions and build strong identities via good communication designs. Bolanle is the Founder and Lead Creative at the Female Designer Movement, an initiative she launched with a mission to train and equip women with design skillset and thereby help increase the number of women in the Nigerian Technology ecosystem. She may be found online on Instagram @bolanle.banwo, where she occasionally shares her work and projects. She talks about how the choices we make shape our world view and realities and loving what we do.   “Creativity is the person and process not just the tools…”   My Take Away from Today’s Episode Our experiences shape us for the journey ahead Most times we underestimate our abilities and capabilities Once we get a taste of what we can do and the value we bring, the possibilities are limitless To design you need to study other people’s design, know what works in them and improve on your own style Just keep on doing what you know best to do, stay committed and dedicated, it will pay off.   Demystifying the Myths The myth that females cannot thrive in Tech or design is wrong, women and ladies are well able and capable to thrive in the Creative Industry.   I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365  and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   This has been an amazing and enlightening episode, I trust that you have picked a ton of value from today’s episode, do have an Amazing Weekend, I will see you next Week.   Ps: I sincerely apologize for the audio quality today, I am currently relocating and moving to a new apartment, so I am trying to get properly set-up. Working on delivery phenomenal value. You Rock!

Today’s Guest Mary Alenoghena is a phenomenal mind, a passionate event planner, a Graduate of Electrical Electronics Engineering from the University of Benin, she is the founder Tech Queens Development Initiative and she has organized and co-organized several Django workshops in different cities in Nigeria, she is passionate about women empowerment and also getting more women involved in tech. She shares from her wealth of experience with organizing these events, the challenges and lessons she has picked. This is one episode you would want to listen to more than once.   “When you start something good, the feedback motivates you to do more…” My Take Away’s From Today’s Episode: You build problem solving skills with experience you get from doing If you plan well and have a back up plan; with time you improve on the quality of projects you deliver The little things and little wins counts; it all adds up You can do anything you put your mind to… The fact that you are not coding does not mean you cannot be in tech You need to be intentional about anything you want to achieve in life or career Don’t be afraid of failure… Without failure and learning from your mistakes, you can’t succeed A tree doesn’t come up in a day, it takes time.   “Making programming fun and something ladies and girls can do…”, “A whole lot of people would love to learn and acquire new skills, they might not just have equal opportunities...” Demystifying the Myths There is an unconscious barrier built by society, stereotypes and views about what kind of careers women and ladies can and can’t do… this is wrong, If we all do what we can, where we are, we can change stereotypes and change limiting beliefs   I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365  and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   This has been an amazing and enlightening episode, I trust that you have picked a ton of value from today’s episode, do have an Amazing Weekend, I will see you next Week.

Today’s Guest is a tech enthusiast, a passionate community builder with Minna Tech Meetup, a Web Developer and he also an Online Security Research, plenty valuable and actionable content. Picking programming for him was a way to tackle boredom and it became more than just an escape from boredom, it has become a passion and a way to contribute meaningfully to the tech community and offer value. He shares with us his story and experiences and offered valuable information about online security.   “Even if you read all the books and can’t express what you’ve learnt, you are still static…” My Take Away’s From Today’s Episode: Consciously asking questions plays a huge role in your journey into the world of tech. Keep regrets away from you, always know that you are still up for great things and new opportunities. Your experiences plays important roles in shaping who you become. Let your experiences rub off on people positively Seek advice from people trained to test your software for vulnerabilities Try as much as possible to ignore suspicious and spam messages, look out for spelling errors in URLs of websites you visit Try to protect your data, be cautious of the kind of data you put on the internet Prioritizing and writing things down, does a lot for you, no matter how busy a schedule you have Outsourcing also does a lot for you   “It is better to be cautious than careless…”, The safest system is a system that is not on, as long as any communication gadget is on, it is vulnerable”   Demystifying the Myths The myth that women cannot be programmers or there are some fields that ladies can’t thrive in, this is false, I urge every female tech enthusiast to go for it, women can be really dedicated to tasks and they can factor in a lot of things in whatever the do, you can be anything you want to be as long as you are committed and dedicated.   I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes  and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   This has been an amazing and enlightening episode, I trust that you have picked a ton of value from today’s episode, do have an Amazing Weekend, I will see you next Week.

Today’s Guest is the phenomenal Umar Saidu Auna, He is the Program Manager for GDG Minna, an Android developer, a Java Fan and JSON Lover and a committed community developer.  He dives deep into his story and how he got started in programming and community development   “Stop asking yourself when will I ever get to that level, know that everything takes time… ” My Take Away’s From Today’s Episode: We all have that phobia of changing to a new technology, but don’t let it stop you. When stuck, it is okay to ask questions Having mentors and support structures will make your journey a lot easier The Experts and Professionals started from someone It takes time, so be patient with your own process   “Looking at people who are already doing what we intend to do, gives us hope and confidence that we would also be able to achieve such feats ”   Demystifying the Myths The myth; When comes to bugs; people think bugs are the problem; most times people have this imposter syndrome and this usually plays out more when there is a bug and its refusing to be fixed; you have to realize that having bugs in the code is part of the process; when we fix them we get better at fixing them.   I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365  and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   This has been an amazing and enlightening episode, I trust that you have picked a ton of value from today’s episode, do have an Amazing Weekend, I will see you next Week.

Today’s Guest is Barr. Ifeoma Ben; a Legal Consultant, an Author and Founder of the Legal Business Network, she is also a Partner at Eminence Solicitors where she helps Entrepreneurs and Start-ups build legally protected businesses. She dives deep into contracts, agreements and legal issues as it relates to Independent Contractors/Freelancers, Agencies and businesses. This episode is filled so plenty valuable and actionable content.   “it is easier to prove things that are written and documented, than trying to prove oral conversations…” My Take Away’s From Today’s Episode: Online contracts may not cover the peculiar circumstances of your particular transaction. It is better to consult and engage a legal practitioners Arbitration is an informal way (It is outside the regular court setting) of dealing with disputes and its binding on the parties to such a dispute. Mediation is only binding when the parties agree to its terms. Electronically generated evidences are admissible in Nigerian courts Areas to be covered for any transaction depends on the area of specialization or the nature of the business transaction. For you to lay claims on intellectual property, you need to have rights over those property. A sole proprietor is not require to remit Company Income Tax A Limited Liability Company is a separate legal entity from his/her business.   “Arbitration is a dispute resolution mechanism where a 3rd party ‘The Arbitrator’ hears the ”   Demystifying the Myths The myth; a lot of startups think that engaging a Legal Practitioner is a luxury or something they can do without and they do a lot of things without seeking legal counsel and this usually cost them in the long run.  There are a lot of Legal Practitioners that are out there willing to work with Startups at whatever stage of business they are in, it pays in the long run to start well and do the right things.   I am looking forward to hearing from you, send in your comments via email:  thecreativeschronicles@gmail.com, remember to subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thecreativeschronicles/id1304002365  and any other podcasting app you use, just search for thecreativeschronicles on your podcasting app and subscribe, thank You!   This has been an amazing and enlightening episode, I trust that you have picked a ton of value from today’s episode, do have an Amazing Weekend, I will see you next Week.    SHOWNOTES: Barr. Ifeoma Ben on Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/ifeoma.ben Join her the Legal Business Network: https://web.facebook.com/groups/legalbusinessnetwork

Asma'u is a Java Scala software developer and an amazingwriter. She has an amazing personality, and has also had experiences buildingscalable and maintainable enterprise applications. She holds a BSc in SoftwareEngineering and a MSc in Information Technology and most recently she startedthe Kode Kamp Initiative (an initiative for kids 7-17 years to learn and becometechnology creators and innovators). In this episode she talks about herjourney and demystifies a lot of myths about learning and executing onprojects.   My Take Away’s FromToday’s Episode: You don’t have to be in a school setting to learnsomething new, there are no limits You don’t have to the entire picture in yourmind before you start, you could have a basic roadmap and follow your passion,it leads to amazing places Its okay to have doubts, but don’t let it stopyou. You just have to keep working hard. One of the ways to fight impostor syndrome is toremind yourself of what you have done and what you can do. Whatever you do, make sure your reasons areright and trust me it will work for the best. Demystifying theMyths The myth another that says coding is hard is lying to you. Ifyou believe you can learn you can learn, you will encounter challenges, but youhave to be patient with your own process, everyone moves at their own pace. Thereis no sure way of learning something. I really want to apologize to our Player FM, Stitcher Radio andiTunes subscribers, I am having issues with my audio file host and I am workingto fix it, for today’s episode you need to stream from your browser or yourphone, do bear with us while we work on this, thanks for your most neededcooperation. The internet is your friend, you can always learn anything, you can find anything you. As long as you are moving, don’t doubt yourself.  Show Notes Asmau Aliyu on Twitter: https://twitter.com/switslim Kode Kamp Initiative: http://kodekampinitiative.com/ Contact Kode Kamp Initiative: abuja.kodekamp@coderdojo.com

Hello, Good morning, good day, welcome to the Creatives’ Chronicles, this is the podcast that tells the stories of creative professionals, giving you the information and motivation to get started, stay focused and thrive as a Creative Professional. My name is Bright Emeka and I am your host. For this episode we will be talking about the State of the Creative Clan, yeah; this is our Road Map for 2018. What to expect from us this year at the Creative’s Chronicles   I am currently talks with – Finance Management Experts Thriving Entrepreneurs and business owners, who would be sharing their stories and telling us how to Start and Bootstrap an Agency Public Speaking Experts Writing Experts Legal Experts, that will be answering our legal questions, Client Attraction Experts Sales and Marketing Experts Business Coaches and a host of other experts. I am also in talks with Bosses in the Creative Industry and this year we are bringing our A Game   I want you to do three things for me today, Join our Facebook Community, Like our Page, Join the new Creative Clan Facebook Group (More information on this next week (Link in the show notes) – https://www.facebook.com/groups/326067707907579/ Secondly, I want to send me an email or direct message on any platform you are comfortable with on areas you want us to cover this year and possibly suggest guest you want us to have on this show. You want to be a guest on this show – visit https://goo.gl/forms/BwYnQYVITz9FzB0w2 and fill out the form   We would return to our Guest and other Experts next week, My name is Bright Emeka, remember the only way to get better is to execute, execute on your dreams, goals, visions and project. Keep expanding your mind and stretching, you really don’t know how far you can go, till you start. I will see you next week.

Today’s Guest is an Online Business Coach and Speaker, the #1 bestselling author of “The Diamond in Your Closet” and a book publishing consultant for Entrepreneurs, Corporate Executives and Public Figures. He is a trained medical doctor and also the Founder/CEO of Income and Impact Academy – a personal income explosion organization designed to help individuals turn their gifts, passion and skills into a viable source of income while making an indelible impact in the world. He dives deep into content creation and client attraction strategies. This episode is filled so many actionable content and value.   My Take Away’s From Today’s Episode: You need to find out what works best for your ideal audience, how frequently they can consume your content and how much time they can devote to consuming your content. Find out what most people are not seeing in your industry and then deliver your content strategically You can create content based on FAQs – what are people asking about SAQs too – Should Ask Questions – You know some questions people should be asking but they aren’t. A good strategy is to teach the WHAT and sell the HOW Not everyone can be your client. We all have group of persons we are attracted to. Find out you want to be a hero to and focus on that segment Which group do you fit into easily, when people can connect with you; they can purchase from you. “A good strategy is to teach the WHAT and sell the HOW”

Today’s episode is filled with humour and valuable nuggets; our Guest Mr. Hassan Sani – @iNidAName is Developer and an amazing writer with a unique writing style. He shares with us his journey and experiences. Always remember your uniqueness and what makes you stand out.   My Take Away’s From Today’s Episode: It’s important not to create things in isolation; you are building for real users; there is need to always get feedback on products and whatever you are creating. Put your self in the shoes of your end users. Start with the small part of your concept; start with the basic idea then build up on that. You need to keep your users engaged and asking questions

Today’s Guest Mr. Mustapha M. Garba is the Community Manager for GDG Bayero University, a Python and Web Developer. He shares with us his journey and experiences. Imperfect execution and putting yourself out in the open makes it easy to get feedback and improve yourself; in the end it is your own journey, not anyone’s, you have to own it and take responsibility. If you wait till you are perfect; you might wait forever.   My Take Away’s From Today’s Episode: Our environment plays an important and vital role in pushing us and influencing our choices and decisions Our time is finite, there is so much to do; you need to understand that you cannot learn everything and you cannot do everything; there is only so much you can do at a time. You need to learn how to manage time effectively. You need to be clear about what you really want You plateau without mentorship, you need to have people that push and force you to level up and do more We need to stop at various points in our journey and take stock of what you have learnt so far and find ways to use these knowledge Put yourself out there; create stuff and put it out, let people see it; use it and give you feedback