WORDINTON

I once came across a lady that used the word 'sexy' to define anything that's good and worth talking about and 'not sexy' to define any individual that is otherwise. But first, I must salute Mr Patrick O. and Mr Leke Alder for their bravery in dissecting the dictionary into bits. A fluent and well-spoken person attract listening ears. that's because your audience is filled with wonder and awe as to how one can imagine it put it into words and sometimes write it and it will sound reasonable, hilarious or even horrific to the listener.
I have noticed that when I study and interact with people that are vast in knowledge, i learn something new and this is so impressive because I get to make use of it in a constructive sentence and my sister will go thus "Tokymomo" while i'm left with a flushed expression. *winks*.
The truth about words is that they define you. When you use it carelessly, people quote you and its a negative point to your well-being. Some individuals say Ladies gossip more than guys but either way, its not a great habit. Also, using curse words is a terrible habit especially for those that claim to have gone oversees, the first thing to convince others shouldn't be your use of it at the slightest provocation Everything in life all boils down to your moral values, self  control and the level of your reasoning. Whenever you use a word, just imagine that same word being used to refer to you. A positive and affirmative word always delights the listener after all the word of God says "Life and death is in the power of the tongue" so correct everyone in love. when angry take a stroll to cool off and in that case you get over it and no one is hurt. Don't become so poor in your speech by imitating everyone that says a particular slang, simply be yourself. Set the pace and lead the race.

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MASTERY

Have you ever pondered and got your self so worried on how to launch a business, the capital, the exact amount you will need and so many other burning questions? Here is what you need to know to launch you into wealth.
Ask yourself these questions.

• Who am I?
• What do I want?
• Who is my market?
• What is my specialty/passion?
• Where is my location?
• When do I start

You will be wondering to yourself how about the capital and everything? The basic reason I didn't mention it is because  it is not compulsory you have capital at hand before you begin a business enterprise. If you don't believe give it a trial but note that the statement is not applicable to all kinds of business....

Definition:

Business networking is the process of establishing a mutually beneficial relationship with other business people and potential clients and/or customers.

Notice that I didn't say anything about meeting people in this definition; the ever-increasing slew of business networking meet-and-greet events have given business networking a bad name.

The key to true business networking is the establishment of a mutually beneficial relationship, and that's an incredibly rare event at the standard shake-hands-and-exchange-your-business-card events that are touted as business networking "opportunities".

The purpose of business networking is to increase business revenue - one way or another. The thickening of the bottom line can be immediately apparent, as in developing a relationship with a new client, or develop over time, as in learning a new business skill.

The best business networking groups operate as exchanges of business information, ideas, and support. The most important skill for effective business networking is listening; focusing on how you can help the person you are listening to rather than on how he or she can help you is the first step to establishing a mutually beneficial relationship

Nigerian Billionaires and Top 20 Richest People in Nigeria

What is the secret to the success of the top 20 richest people in Nigeria? Who are the Nigerian billionaires and how did they amass their wealth? What are the business success secrets of the successful entrepreneurs in Nigeria? What does it take to become a billionaire in Nigeria? If the answer to any of these questions interests you, then please read on.

Today, I will be compiling a list of Nigerian billionaires and top richest people in Nigeria but please this list will be restricted to entrepreneurs only. Politicians and individuals whose source of wealth cannot be traced are excluded from this list.

Most people have asked why so few Nigerians made the Forbes list of richest people in the world. So far, only Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga and Femi Otedola have made the Forbes list of world billionaires. Well the answer to that question is this: Forbes estimates the wealth of individuals and rank them based on the value of shares they have in quoted companies (companies listed on the stock exchange) and most of the richest people in Nigeria prefer to run their businesses privately. That’s why they don’t make the Forbes list of richest people in the world.

                The criteria for coming up with this list

You might be wondering the criteria or benchmark on which I compiled this list of richest people in Nigeria. Well, I compiled this list based on the following criteria: By the value of their shares held in quoted companies. The size and market share of their companies

§  The number of companies they own and its assumed value

§  The market value of their company’s brand

§  The impact of their companies on the Nigerian economy

I compiled this list of richest people in Nigeria and highlighted the secret to their success because I believe we can learn a lot from them. Nigeria as a country has been branded all sort of names and a lot has been said about Nigeria; both positive and negative but I am proud that some individuals stood tall to tell the world that we as Nigerians have got potentials.

Despite the harsh terrain and business challenges involved with starting a business in Nigeria; the successful entrepreneurs listed below held their ground and fought their way to the top. In a country with a population of over 150 million inhabitants and millions of businesses; these 20 entrepreneurs diligently carved their names in the sands of time.

Instead of boring you with their success stories; I would rather extract the vital lessons learned from the life of these billionaires. If you are ready to learn, then below is a list of the Nigerian Billionaires (entrepreneurs) and top richest people in Nigeria.

  Nigerian Billionaires and top 20 Richest People (Entrepreneurs) in Nigeria 2013

1.            Alhaji Aliko Dangote –  founder of Dangote Group and Richest black man in the world

2.            Mike Adenuga –    Conoil, Equatorial Trust Bank, Globacom

3.            Femi Otedola –     ZENON Oil and Gas

4.            Orji Uzor Kalu –      Slok Group

5.            Cosmos Maduka –     Coscharis Group

6.            Jimoh Ibrahim –     Nicon Insurance, Global Fleet

7.            Jim Ovia –       Zenith Bank, Visafone

8.            Pascal Dozie –     MTN Nigeria, Diamond Bank

9.            Oba Otudeko –    Honeywell Group Nigeria

10.          Alhaji Sayyu Dantata –   MRS Group

11.          Umaru Abdul Mutallab – former Chairman First Bank Plc, Mutallab Group

12.          Prince Samuel Adedoyin –  Doyin Group

13.          Dele Fajemirokun –       Chaiman Aiico Insurance, Xerox Nigeria, Chicken Republic, Kings Guards etc.

14.          Chief Cletus Ibeto –        Ibeto Group

15.          Raymond Dokpesi –        Daar Communication, AIT,

16.          Tony Ezenna –                   Orange Group

17.          Chief Molade Okoya Thomas –    Chairman CFAO Nig and other six french companies

18.          Ifeanyi Ubah –      Capital oil and gas

19.          Leo Stan Ekeh –      Zinox

20.          Fola Adeola –           GTBank

21.          Chief Ade Ojo –        Elizade Motors Nig LTD, Distributor of Toyota cars

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SWEET, SOUR, BITTER

Ladies, if you are in an abusive relationship, i'm here to tell you that there is hope.

Every day women throughout the world find themselves in abusive relationships. What makes us so susceptible to abuse? Many people believe that if we witnessed abuse as children or experienced abuse then we are more likely to end up in an abusive relationship. However, this is not always the case I have seen women who were self-confident, smart and high in spirits get in a relationship that at first seemed normal and healthy only to end up with their lives shattered. In no time these women go from confident to being withdrawn and Abusive men use numerous tactics to break the women who love them and they often stop at nothing to accomplish this task. As women, we do not have to put up with abuse, but getting out of an abusive relationship isn’t as easy as most outsiders assume.

Abuse comes in different forms: mental, emotional, verbal, physical.nChances are if you are experiencing one of these, then eventually you will experience them all! In my experience the abuse always escalates. I have never seen it decline or stop. Men often abuse for several reasons: They are insecure in their relationships, they have no control in other aspects of their lives, they are trying to make up for their shortcomings, and because they like the sense of power. Some of these men may have witnessed abuse as children and are simply mimicking what they have seen. The majority of abusive men do not feel that they have a problem and if asked about the abuse they deny it.

Women, when you are with a man day in and day out and he is calling you a “bitch” or a “ho” or he tells you that you are worthless, ugly, too skinny or too fat, you do not have to put up with it. If he degrades you on a daily basis and suddenly you begin to believe everything he’s been saying, at that moment he has you right where he wants you – under his control.

There’s a saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” If only words didn’t hurt us! Harsh words cause damage that can take a lifetime to heal. It has taken me years to realize that I am worthy and that nothing that was told to me during my abusive relationship was true. You will never heal if you remain in the relationship. You have to break free and have no contact with your abuser, never again.

Abuse comes in different forms: mental, emotional, verbal, physical.

Verbal abuse affects us mentally and emotionally, but too often the abuse doesn’t stop there. In most situations the abuse escalates and becomes physical. Once the physical abuse begins it is more difficult to walk away from the relationship. We fear for our lives never knowing when the abuser will cross a line from beating us to actually killing us. When we fight back, the beatings are much more severe.

In my friend's experience the abuse always escalates. I have never seen it decline or stop.

Many women have grabbed a knife or a gun in an attempt to defend themselves and have killed their abusers, only to find themselves charged with murder. Where is the justice? Some states do not have self-defense laws so even if the abuse has been documented these women are still in the wrong. Most of these women end up pleading down to a lesser charge of manslaughter and serving time in prison, all because they were protecting themselves. Sometimes in these relationships it is kill or be killed. I do not condone murder, nor am I trying to justify it, but at the same time I realize how bad abusive relationships can be.

Abuse doesn’t affect only the women, but any children in the household as well. Children see their moms being beaten and it terrifies them. Some children will try to stop the beating that is in progress only to find themselves being hit in the process. These children eventually grow up, and they think that abuse is normal. Girls often grow into women who end up being abused, while boys grow into abusive men. Still, there are a few who grow up and realize that abuse is wrong, but that happens with less than half of these children. We must end this cycle!

Abuse doesn’t affect only the women, but any children in the household as well.

Funmi narrates "I have found myself on the receiving end of a man’s fist and I am fortunate that he didn’t kill me or me him. I look back and recall the numerous times he pulled his .45 and with precision aimed at my head. I think about the day in January 2008 when he pinned me to the floor and began punching me in the face, the first blow drawing blood. Back then I, like so many women, wished for death. I wanted to get out of the relationship, but every time I would get up the courage to leave he would begin to cry, to beg and tell me how sorry he was and how he couldn’t live without me. Then my resolve would fade and I would stay. My family begged me to come home and forget about him, but the hold he had on me was more powerful than their love. Today I wonder how I could have been so weak and so needy".

Ladies, if you are in an abusive relationship, I’m here to tell you that there is hope. Whatever lies your man has been feeding you, they are just that … LIES! No one has the right to disrespect you, to hit you or to threaten you. You do not have to put up with it and you don’t have to be afraid. Women, you do not need a man to define who you are. You can make it on your own! Take a few minutes and evaluate your self-worth. I will tell you what it took me too long to see: You are beautiful, you are intelligent, you are deserving of happiness, you are capable of supporting yourself and your children, you deserve to be treated like a queen, you deserve to be truly loved, you are strong, you are a survivor. Most of all, you are worthy!

If you are being abused, tell someone – a family member or friend. You don’t have to be ashamed. There are support groups you can contact, and family members are often willing to help. You can be single and have a happy and complete life. Ladies, if you are in an abusive relationship, I’m here to tell you that there is hope. You do not have to put up with it and you don’t have to be afraid.

spend time finding out who you are as a person and learn to love yourself. Until you do, you can never truly love someone else. Respect yourself and show these men that you will not accept abuse when you are deserving of so much more. There are many good men, real men, who will love you for you and never hit you. So stand up and be strong, take control of your life, move forward, and once you are free from the prison of abuse, you will see how much better your life is.

One woman at a time, we will win the war on abuse. Never lose hope and never give up. You are not alone. As women, we will succeed.

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HOW CAN I BE LIKE DANGOTE?

If asked during an interview i would simply reply "Is Dangote your mentor"? If yes, i'll advice you meet the great business mogul for some entrepreneurship excerpts. There's this saying which states that "success has many relatives, but poverty has no friend". Who wants to be associated with an individual that doesn't ring a bell in his field or is not innovative in her environment or not able to impact lives by just a single speech? The fact is nobody enjoys to be with a loser. Now, don't get me wrong. Being a winner doesn't necessarily mean "famzing" in other words, forming familiarity with some top notch officials who do not even know you not to talk of recognize you, while you go about saying. ooo yes!!! Dame is my friend, we went to the same secondary school or others brag by saying, Ohh!!! Dave i know him very well, we were neighbors and now he works in an oil company, we could still kick things off from where we left it. My dear i pray you wont be disappointed because 'Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely, you wont be surprised when you have to go through a lot of protocol to see your dear friend. Levels change and so do people as they progressing life, the road becomes rosy for some and really tough for others.

In all, never forget the time of humble beginnings and try the least possible means to give back to those that helped you in the past and also the less privileged, there's a blessing in doing that. So instead of killing yourself arguing about all Dangote's publications and success achieved thus far, il'd advice you simply live your life not with empty wishes or daydreaming of beautiful nothing, but investing your time, money, energy and volunteering actively to the vocation in which your strength lies. With ths and more you will definitely become his competition in no time.
 

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SLOW OR FAST FOOD

Why do most male counterpart make a big fuss about food? Does it mean they have a very large appetite or they do the most tasking job on the planet? Well, i feel its just the way kids are trained in Africa, the girl child works tirelessly with mum in the kitchen, scrub the floors, and do other house chores while on the other hand the guys get busy with their play station and other games then later joins dad in watching football. Well this actually differs in families depending on their pattern of discipline and family values. So, should the idea of going to various fast food outlets be the in thing or should families just stick to the kitchen and enjoy mummy's cooking? Personally, i feel there should be variety in life to the extent that you love what you eat indoors as well as outdoors. Not that you endure the trial of having to eat at home wishing you were eating in either Ongbono, Kfc, Barcelos or even Iya basira's kitchen. Just make it delicious both ways and you can try something new in a Jamaican or an Italian cuisine. But most importantly, make sure it is a well balanced diet.

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PASS AND TURN

Hi pals, have you ever experienced being stared at by various people, some not having any tenable expression on their faces, and others complimenting you on how good you look even though they don't know you from Adam.. Her is how to get the Pass by me and TURN for a second glance:

a) Self Confidence; This is the aura you carry around you. my friend once told me about a lady that was not so good looking but her confidence earned her a not just good, but handsome young man as her hubby. So this is not just about wearing all your clothes in your wardrobe or shopping in the most expensive store but having at the back of your mind that you are beautiful and you have a good attitude. With these you do not need to be seeking compliments or attention because your aura will speak for you.

b) Personal hygiene: This goes to the ladies and gentlemen. Please wash your wears both the seen, unseen and forced to be seen apparel. Kindly leave a legacy with your fragrance and not your odor. Clean your mouth thoroughly by scrubbing your tongue from the tip to the uttermost part very close to your throat *note i said very close to your throat not inside it because most people end up gasping for breath in the name of brushing Then shave all areas properly, bath well preferably with antiseptic soap to curb pungent smell.

c) Dress up: This is my best part. You are either happy to wear that beautiful cloth you just bought or you're caught up with the question. Which cloth can i wear some prefer to say "I don't have clothes even while everyone sees a room full of them. Now, i have this talent in which i bring out something out of little. The trick and fun about beauty and style is putting it all together and making a pass by me and turn twice impression or what do you think?

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RHYMES

I am a warrior. How do you know? You may want to ask. Initially, i thought i was a gladiator until i came across a book in which the author was a pastor and he said his mentor made him realize the difference and that the impostor tends to limit our capacity. But our creator is the terminator of such shallow plans. A farmer once thought to himself "No one knows the secret of my success" until an engineer became an inventor to prove him wrong, he manufactured a tractor. Who thinks a doctor cannot be a mediator? In the same way your visitor can be your suitor,my dear friends
always be filled with gusto.

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Finally glad to be blogging!

Eyes have not seen!
Ears have not heard!
Neither has it entered the mind of men ...

what I went through before getting this up.

Alright ... lets go!

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