Dear Yvonne,

I am writing to seek help in the transition of my career pursuit. I graduated with a B.Sc. in Accounting but found passion in the food industry. I have gained some experience with running a side gig and did a certification in culinary and nutrition, respectively. But it's been challenging getting a job with my skills.

Dear Yvonne,

I struggle with interviews, especially job interviews. No matter how well-prepared I am, I get so anxious that I forget things and can't articulate my thoughts properly.

How do I overcome this anxiety, how do I ace interviews?

Dear Yvonne,

I’m seeking radical fulfillment in my life. I'm 36 years old and have not been in the job space for years because I was doing business.

Now, I want to transition and build a career, though I worry that age may not be on my side. I need to know if there's hope for me and what action steps I can take.

Dear Yvonne,

My name is Joy. I’m 25 years old and completed my undergraduate degree in 2018. Truthfully, I have never had a real job where I could learn, explore, and improve myself. I run a business, but it hasn't been easy with the current state of Nigeria’s economy.

Dear Yvonne,

I'm reaching out to you from a place of uncertainty and frustration. After dedicating five years to studying chemistry at the university, I graduated with a third-class degree, which has left me feeling disappointed and defeated.

Dear Yvonne,

I’ve been trying to apply as an Administrative Assistant with the US consular whenever I see the job opening and I have never gotten a call back. Please what can I do differently to stand a chance to work with the consular?

Dear Yvonne,

I'm finding my current job quite uninspiring. It seems to be more of a routine where I just clock in and out. Additionally, I'm handling all aspects of content creation, ideas generation, and marketing strategy on my own, except for design work. This workload can be quite overwhelming and exhausting.

Dear Yvonne,

Would you suggest that I begin to apply for job opportunities considering I'll be done in a few months and are there job opportunities open to polytechnic graduates with good grades in the labour market?

Dear Yvonne,

I am confused as to what career path I would want to pursue and build on now. I just completed my BSc in business management. I have a keen interest in HR. I have a good amount of work experience and knowledge of HR. However, I also discovered another passion for healthcare administration.

Dear Yvonne,

I might be outspoken with people and situations I'm comfortable with, but every other time, I'm as timid as a mouse. This means I'm horrible at networking and would rather stay home than attend events so I have no idea how I'm going to get on this path.

Dear Yvonne,

I work in Geotech but I want a job that’s more suitable to balance work and life. Is it viable to do an MBA? What are my chances of making it in this industry?

Dear Yvonne,

I am a law student who is about to graduate but can't go to law school for 2 years because of a backlog. I'm confused about what to do.

Dear Yvonne,

I'm a UX/UI designer with less than a year of experience and I have not been able to secure a real role but two volunteer roles. Is it advisable to include these roles on my resume?

Dear Yvonne,

My name is Rose, I am in a very confused situation. I studied Educational Technology, finished in 2021 but I have always wanted a career in the finance industry. Toward the end of my NYSC year, I started applying for graduate trainee roles but till now, nothing has clicked.

Dear Yvonne,

I am Emmanuella, a recent graduate of Biochemistry. I am currently completing my NYSC service year and considering a Master's in Neuroscience afterwards (as I desire to understand why humans are the way we are).

Dear Yvonne,

For the past 2 years, I’ve dreamt of working with a consulting firm. I finally got the opportunity to work at one of the Big 4 firms as a back-office staff. Going 4 months into this, I feel like I could do much more than what I do currently.

Dear Yvonne,

My dilemma is I would like to get a hybrid job to sponsor my sewing business and also to create time to grow my brand but I am not certain how to go about it, because I am not sure of what career path to take.

Dear Yvonne,

Could you please recommend books/ videos/ courses that teach you to be more assertive in the workplace i.e., standing up for yourself, respectfully 'tooting your horn', and demanding what you believe you deserve?

Dear Yvonne,

I am in a situation where I fell in love with something I did not study but stumbled upon. I started my career as a media personnel and marketing communication officer and learned everything about it on my own in the company where I work now, although it's not a structured company.

Dear Yvonne,

I am 24 and I am about to finish my first degree in History and International Studies. I am not sure what step to take next, I don’t see how this degree is profitable, and I am not even sure what to do with it.