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05/05/2026

Soft skills don’t shout, but they get noticed. Learn how in this newsletter:

In the last edition, we talked about why soft skills have become foundational in today’s workplace. This week, let’s talk about how they are nortic — often before anyone ever gives them a name.

28/04/2026

As AI gets better at technical tasks, what sets professionals apart is the skills machines still struggle with. In this edition of the Catalyst, we break down the 7 human skills employers are prioritising—and how to start building them intentionally.
👉 Read here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/soft-skills-now-hard-why-human-abilities-highest-demand-kecnigeria-zanpe

Which skill are you focusing on this month—communication, adaptability, or emotional intelligence?

As artificial intelligence becomes more capable at technical ex*****on, employers are paying closer attention to what technology still cannot do well: human judgment, context, and interaction. According to the World Economic Forum, nearly 39% of core job skills are expected to change by 2030, and ma

10/04/2026

If you're a recent grad, you may already guess that AI will play a huge part in your career, but do you have the skills to get started now?

Swipe through 👉 to see exactly what "AI Literacy" actually means for your career hunt (spoiler: you don't need to know how to code) and the exact steps to start building your skills this week.

👇 What’s one AI tool you’ve used recently? Let me know in the comments!

Save this post to remind yourself later! 📌

08/04/2026

In today’s workplace, employers no longer ask if you can use AI; they want to know how effectively you can utilise it. In the latest edition of our newsletter, we discuss what it means to be AI literate today. Click to read more.

In today’s workplace, you’ll find AI sitting quietly in HR desks, admin offices, content teams, marketing units, operations departments, and even customer support roles. AI literacy has become one of the clearest markers of employability — not because you must become an expert, but because ign...

05/04/2026

Happy Easter community! Jesus is Risen.
We pray for the joy and blessing of the resurrection lives with you as you celebrate.



How are you celebrating Easter?

03/04/2026

Dear young graduates, If you want to stop getting ghosted, after your job application, you need these 3 things you must do:

1️⃣ Build your Skill Depth: Claiming "Skills that can solve real-world problems can you actually solve with it?

2️⃣ Verifiable Evidence (Bring Receipts!): Show your workings! If a hiring manager can't tap a link and see your competence in under 60 seconds, you haven't done the work.

3️⃣ Strategic Market Awareness: Understand the industry bottlenecks and pitch yourself as the exact solution.

Depth + Evidence + Awareness = The Un-ignorable Candidate. 🚀

📌 Share this video with your friends to help them with their next application.

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25/03/2026

Entry-level jobs are vanishing rapidly, leaving many job seekers wondering how to start their careers. In this article, we explain why and how to navigate this new reality of the job market. We discuss something called the "Opportunity Triangle" and how it is your best bet in today's job environment.

To learn more about how to stand out: Read the full article below.

If starting a career feels harder today than it did for older generations, you’re not imagining it. Something has shifted.

23/03/2026

It takes a community to raise a leader, and over the past month, our community truly showed up! 🌟

We are incredibly proud as we wrap up our Level Up Undergraduate Mentorship Programme.

Take a look at what we achieved together in just 4 weeks:
✨ Paired 20 ambitious undergraduates with 20 expert volunteer mentors.
✨ Brought together brilliant minds from 13 different universities.
✨ Explored career paths across 17 dynamic industries.

The transition from university life to the professional world can be overwhelming. But because of the generosity of our mentors, 20 young Nigerians now have a clearer vision for their future. They’ve gained access to practical advice, industry secrets, and professional networks that will set them apart.

To every mentor who shared their story, listened actively, and offered a guiding hand—thank you for building bridges for the next generation.

20/03/2026

You've fasted and prayed, we pray this ushers in a season of answered prayers as you celebrate today.

Happy Eid-al-Fitr

11/03/2026

Most people think the hardest part of LinkedIn is creating a profile.

But the real challenge is being visible.

Because on LinkedIn, opportunities often go to people who can be found.

Recruiters and hiring managers regularly search the platform for candidates with specific skills and experience. If your profile isn’t optimized, you might never appear in those searches even if you’re qualified.

In this video from our Mini Series we share 3 simple steps to increase your visibility on LinkedIn.

Small adjustments.
Big difference in how easily opportunities can find you.

Watch the video and let us know in the comments:
Has LinkedIn ever helped you get an opportunity?

10/03/2026

As we enter the final week of the current Undergraduate Mentoring Programme cycle, we want to take a moment to appreciate the incredible mentors who have dedicated their time, knowledge, and experience to guide the next generation of professionals.

Launched in February 2026 under the LEVEL UP Undergraduate Community, the programme connects undergraduate students with experienced professionals across industries to provide career guidance, industry insight, and practical direction before graduation.

So far, the programme has brought together:

• 21 Mentors
• 21 Mentees
• 13 Universities represented
• 17 Industries covered

To our mentors, thank you for your generosity, your time, and your commitment to shaping the careers of these students.

To our mentees, the search for clarity and guidance is key to making the right decsions.

We look forward to seeing how these conversations and relationships continue to impact their journeys.