1. LIVING HAPPILY IN COMFORT EVER AFTER LIFE AFTER SCHOOL MANAGING PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL CHALLENGES A PAPER PRESENTED BY FOLUSHO OLANIYAN FCIM. MANAGING DIRECTOR/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER UTC NIGERIA PLC. RC6436 (A COMPANY QUOTED ON THE NIGERIAN STOCK EXCHANGE)

2. LIFE AFTER SCHOOL PERSONAL CHALLENGES Loss of STUDENT BENEFITS Loss OF MONTHLY UPKEEP / SUPPORT LOSS OF CAMPUS PROJECTION IDLE TIME AND DISTRACTIONS SPIRITUALITY. COURTSHIP SEEKING AND CHOOSING A LIFE PARTNER GETTING MARRIED PARENTING STRATEGIES SUCCESSFUL FAMILY WORK LIFE BALANCE DONTS ARROGANCE RUDENESS DUPLICITY DOS RELENTLESS WORKETHICS ENTHUSIASM / DO NOT COMPLAIN BE PROACTIVE / ADOPT CAN DO APPROACH BE FLEXIBLE & HELPFUL BE HUMBLE & RESPECTFUL EXHIBIT CONTAGIOUS TEAM SPIRIT YEARN FOR LEARNING LEARN SELF MASTERY / AWARENESS INVEST IN HOLIDAY – EXPLORE THE WESTERN WORLD STAGE 1 LIVING HAPPILY IN COMFORT EVER AFTER PROFESSIONAL CHALLENGES NYSC JOB SEEKING EMPLOYMENT / JOB CREATION WORKPLACE SEXUAL HARASSMENT ENTREPENEUR DONTS ARROGANCE RUDENESS DUPLICITY DOS RELENTLESS WORKETHICS ENTHUSIASM / DO NOT COMPLAIN BE PROACTIVE / ADOPT CAN DO APPROACH BE FLEXIBLE & HELPFUL BE HUMBLE & RESPECTFUL EXHIBIT CONTAGIOUS TEAM SPIRIT YEARN FOR LEARNING LEARN SELF MASTERY / AWARENESS SUCESSFUL ENTREPENEUR BACHELOR / SPINSTERNEW RECRUIT ATTITUDE TURN AROUND PREPARING FOR RETIREMENT BECOMING A HIGH FLYER COPING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT MARRIAGE SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES

3. STAGE 2 SYSTEMATIC APPROACH TO BECOMING A HIGH FLYER (A) DEVELOP ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS Establish efficient physical workspace. Methodically file physical documents Methodically save and file electronic documents Journey partners (Pen, Notepads and Calculator) (B) BECOME A HIGHLY EFFICIENT MANAGER. Make an early start Plan ahead Use a diary Begin and End your day with TO-DO-LISTS. Learn to prioritize. Parallel Processing (Managing more than one task at a time) Do not procrastinate. Training. Develop and Leverage a knowledge network.

4. LEARN BUSINESS COMMUNICATION SKILLS SPEAKING AND WRITING EFFECTIVELY. Listen Actively – Don’t Remain Silent. Express a point of view – Don’t Argue. Be fact based – Don’t be too detailed. Be to the point – Don’t be too blunt. Use corporate language – Don’t overuse management jargon. Be inclusive – Don’t be indiscreet. Learn to speak effectively o Be Natural. o Show Confidence o Use people’s first names Learn to write effectively o Use a clear structure. o Ensure consistency. o Proof everything.

5. STAGE 3 BECOME A GREAT PROJECT AND PEOPLE MANAGER Take ownership of the project and make it your responsibility to deliver. Manage the process, not the output. Be flexible in your role on the project and team. Use a project plan. Delegate to improve your own productivity. Keep team members in the loop. Learn the rules of quiet management. o Be consensus driven, not autocratic. o Always ask, never tell. o Always establish deliverables and timeline. o Show gratitude and appreciation to reinforce mindset that someone is helping rather than being managed by you. Understand your boss. Underpromise, overdeliver. Raise genuine issues early but be sure to provide potential solutions. Make your boss look good by marketing as well as delivering for him/her.

6. STAGE 4 NAVIGATE THE POLITICAL ORGANISATION Build your network : - Be real. o Focus on individual relationships. o Deliver professionally. o Be helpful. o Ask for advice. o Maintain meaningful contact. o Build 360 0 network. o Take advantage of social opportunities. o Set up meetings. o Be flexible. Delegate and Syndicate Be Accessible (Linked in etc) Project Positive Reputation.

7. STAGE 5 FIND YOUR MENTORS Why mentors are important. On – the – jobs and longterm career advice. Career and job opportunities. Support during reviews and evaluations Future references. Projection of a positive reputation. Psychological support. HOW TO IDENTIFY POTENTIAL MENTORS Does the potential mentor have influence? Is the potential mentor hungry? Do you have chemistry? Do you have exposure? Does your mentor have professional respect?

8. HOW TO CULTIVATE AND GET THE MOST OUT OF MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS Build your network. Ask for work. Over deliver. Be loyal. Seek advice and feedback. Keep regular contact. Have a junior mentor.

9. STAGE 6 BE POLITICALLY SAVVY Understand your organisation’s culture. Don’t fall for myths of non – hierarchy or meritocracy. Ensure a no – enemy policy. Remember that you are always on show. Do not expect recognition and appreciation for your efforts and do not always trust it when you get it. Control perception and build a personal brand. o Speak crisply and with confidence. o Exhibit positive body language. o Dress sensibly.

10. STAGE 7 MANAGE YOUR SUCCESS !!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME TODAY.