PinnedTax-Free Retirement Savings: Backdoor Roth IRA 101Planning for retirement, financial freedom, or being financially responsible can seem like navigating a maze of financial jargon and complex rules. There are many options and a plethora of things you could be doing, and a backdoor Roth IRA is just one more. What many describe as a path to…Financial Planning5 min readFinancial Planning5 min read
PinnedIntern to Manager : 10 things that stood outWhether you are an incoming intern, current intern, or early career — Have you ever wondered how an intern transforms into a manager at some of the world’s most valuable companies? I recently sat down with a mentor who navigated this journey, and the insights gained are too good not…Careers4 min readCareers4 min read
Feb 27, 2024Why Getting an H-1B Visa is Tricky and What’s Changing in March 2024The H-1B lottery registration window and selections are fast approaching. H-1B selections are by chance, but last year’s success rate was particularly hard. We will talk about why in a minute — since then, some changes have been made by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to “improve” the…Immigration5 min readImmigration5 min read
Oct 6, 2023Destination United Kingdom: A Roadmap for Nigerian Students Seeking Education AbroadPreviously, I published an article titled “Destination Canada: A Roadmap for Nigerian Students Seeking Education Abroad” — Because many Nigerians have been migrating abroad for higher education in search of more than they are currently getting or think they deserve. The two most popular destinations are Canada and the United…Study Abroad8 min readStudy Abroad8 min read
Sep 21, 2023Member-onlyH-1B Visa 101: A Comprehensive GuideBefore we begin, very simply, H-1B is an employer-sponsored visa that can allow a person who is not a citizen or permanent resident of the US to work in a “speciality occupation” for up to six (6) years. The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa category in the United States…Immigration5 min readImmigration5 min read
Jul 12, 2023Member-onlyGo Revamp Your Resume: The Ultimate Guide to Keeping It Revamped & ReadyI have written multiple pieces about resumes in the past, and after a while, I thought the topic had been talked about so much that everyone definitely has a great resume, so write no more — but that is not the case. On the other hand, I have a lot…Resume6 min readResume6 min read
Jul 4, 2023Member-onlyHigh-Yield Savings Accounts: Why They Outshine Regular Savings AccountsTLDR: Move your savings to a high-yield savings account. Let’s talk about why - When saving money, choosing the right type of savings account can make a “significant” difference in maximizing your returns. While regular savings accounts (Wells Fargo’s, Bank of America’s etc.) have been the staple choice, high-yield savings…Money5 min readMoney5 min read
Jun 27, 2023Member-onlyDestination Canada: A Roadmap for Nigerian Students Seeking Education AbroadA lot of Nigerians have been migrating abroad for education in search of more than they are currently getting or think they deserve, and Canada is a popular destination now — and as always, one of my goals in life is to make the information as accessible as possible to…Education6 min readEducation6 min read
Jun 25, 2023A beautiful read.51Asmau MohammedAbsolutely love to hear it! To you celebrating more small wins!Absolutely love to hear it! To you celebrating more small wins!1 min read1 min read