Digital Skills Community & Google Business Group (GBG) Abuja

Introduction Let's be brutally honest -  the word 'innovation' makes most people want to either yawn their way into a coma or hurl themselves out the nearest window. See, here's the thing about innovation. It's like your eccentric aunt with the flamboyant hats and a suspicious love of parrots. She means well, but she always shows up with some bizarre new scheme that turns your life upside down. Maybe she decided to feng shui your living room while you were at work. Or dyed your cat purple. Or launched a side-hustle selling her questionable kombucha at the farmer's market. That's innovation in the corporate world. It's disruptive. It's uncomfortable. It's probably going to involve at least one PowerPoint presentation that puts you to sleep faster than a tranquilizer dart. But here's the secret everyone forgets: deep down, amidst all the chaos, innovation is actually hilarious. Think about it. Have you ever been dragged into a brainstorming ses...

In the ever-evolving landscape of business operations, the recent surge in foreign exchange (FX) rates has prompted a pressing question for many companies: How do we maintain optimal functionality and productivity without breaking the bank? With an eye towards cost-effective yet powerful alternatives, many are turning their gaze towards solutions like #Zoho, known for its competitive edge in pricing and a rich suite of services. But how does it stack up against the established giant, #GoogleWorkspace? And is there a place for innovative payment strategies like Pay-Small-Small in this equation? Let's dive in. 1. Cost Considerations in a Volatile FX Landscape The economic dance of FX rates plays a pivotal role in determining the affordability and practicality of subscription-based services, especially for businesses operating with non-USD currencies. Zoho emerges as a knight in shining armor for many, with its flexible pricing strategies that might just outmaneuver the financial turb...

"Joshua had delivered a statement that resonated from Saudi Arabia to every boxing gym in the world – he was back, and his hunger was as fierce as ever." Rumble in Riyadh: Joshua's Fury-Fueling Knockout The desert air crackled with anticipation. Under the blinding lights of Riyadh's Kingdom Arena, a clash of titans was about to unfold. Anthony Joshua, the British boxing icon seeking redemption, stood across from Francis Ngannou, the monstrous puncher and former UFC champion, in a fight the world had craved. The first bell echoed, and the clash of styles was immediate. Joshua, honed in the traditions of boxing, circled with a measured grace. Ngannou, in his second pro boxing bout, was raw power unleashed – every swing a potential lights-out shot. The tension ratcheted up a notch as Joshua tasted Ngannou's power, a glancing blow that briefly wobbled the champion.  But then came the turning point.  A lightning-fast right hand from Joshua crashed into Ngannou's ja...

Introduction Picture this: you, in your pristine business attire, meticulously assembled to convey an aura of success – pressed slacks, shiny shoes, maybe even a power tie if you're feeling extra daring. Now, visualize that perfectly curated image lighting on fire. Not a raging inferno, mind you, just a persistent, smoldering burn right around the seat of your pants. It's subtle, insidious, and smells vaguely of burnt ambition. Welcome, dear listener, to my world circa, oh... let's say five years ago. I wasn't an executive. Not even a manager, really. I was cog #3542B in the grand corporate machine, churning out spreadsheets, drowning in meetings, and generally being spoken to in a language only vaguely resembling English. Buzzword bingo was the national sport in those hallowed halls. "Jobs to be Done." "Disruptive innovation." "Blue ocean strategy."  I'd nod earnestly, scribbling notes like my promotion depended on correctly parsing th...