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5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by infogreat: 10:47am On Mar 14, 2018
The unemployment situation in the country has led to the increase in the number of underemployed individuals. Many with very great and high level qualifications, who had waited long enough for jobs and had none coming their ways, have resolved to accepting low paying and belittling jobs. It’s no longer news that graduates are now being hired as security guards, janitors, cleaners amongst others.

The good news here is whatever role you are in an organisation, you can be become the boss. The followings can be of help:

1. Have a clearly defined vision – How you see yourself matters. The first thing to do is to have a clear vision for yourself. Regardless of what your present role is, what you see yourself becoming will determine a lot about you – What you will do, learn, act on and react to. Seeing yourself in your preferred role will make you to, sometimes unconsciously, develop some capabilities and attitudes that will show to people that you’re fit for the role. So, get the right vision first!

2. Have the qualification requirement – Don’t wait until the opportunity come, prepare ahead of it! If having a bachelor’s degree is a requirement, get one. Many universities in Nigeria and even abroad now offer affordable distance learning programmes. Open university centers are also widely available. If Masters, MBA or any professional qualification is required, get one. Prepare ahead!

3. Solve problems creatively – Managers are not hired to work but to use others to solve problems. Becoming a manager starts with what you’re doing now – the common problems that come with your job. Don’t solve them like others, solve them in a way that differentiates you. Stand out! Take every problem that comes your way as an opportunity to sell yourself. Did you notice someone having difficulty using the printer or photocopier, help resolve it quickly if you know how to. Be passionate about helping others solve critical problems and don’t just solve them, solve them creatively!

4. Sell your skills – Don’t wait till you get the job you want, start using your skills even in your current role. Are you a cleaner and there is no notice that tells people how to use the toilets? That’s an opportunity for you to sell your PowerPoint skills – you can prepare a slide on “Tips on how to use the Toilet” or “How to Safely Use the Toilets”. Prepare the slide the best way you can. Or do you work in a place where they still write daily rosters on paper, sell your Excel Skills and prepare a well-designed table instead.

5. Be respectful – Being respectful is not being subservient or a sycophant. Greet everyone with smile, be welcoming, willing to help others always, give much regards to work rules and in conflict, resolve amicable and professionally. Don’t be among those who discuss the issues of other staff. Respect other people’s views – religious, cultural and social views.

http://joblytics.com.ng/blog/2018/02/18/5-things-a-janitor-needs-to-do-to-become-a-manager/

cc: davide470, Lalasticlala, uboma

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Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by infogreat: 11:44am On Mar 14, 2018
Someone said prayer is the key thing, what do you think? Add yours.

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Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by xamiel: 7:04am On Mar 18, 2018
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Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by leonard509(m): 7:04am On Mar 18, 2018
VERY VERY TRUE

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Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by merit12(f): 7:05am On Mar 18, 2018
Thank you





Don't mean
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by tripoli007(m): 7:05am On Mar 18, 2018
If you are a female NACK the boss .. If you are a male you re on your own

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Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by merit12(f): 7:06am On Mar 18, 2018
infogreat:
Someone said prayer is the key thing, what do you think? Add yours.


Jesus start with prayer ended with pray
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by AntiWailer: 7:12am On Mar 18, 2018
grin
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by 69MissedCalls(m): 7:48am On Mar 18, 2018
Number 6: learn all about office politics.

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Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by Ekeke1(m): 7:48am On Mar 18, 2018
Prayer is the master key.


lol
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by hacmond(m): 8:00am On Mar 18, 2018
Dont be surprise 2 see dat in d news soon...... grin
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by hacmond(m): 8:00am On Mar 18, 2018
Dont be surprise 2 see dat in d news soon..... grin
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by Kashif(m): 8:01am On Mar 18, 2018
Change employment. It's almost impossible for a janitor to become a manager in the same private sector organisation

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Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by don4real18(m): 8:11am On Mar 18, 2018
OP... grin
Anyway sha, anything can happen
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by olowobaba10: 8:30am On Mar 18, 2018
WHO DASH MONKEY BANANA?
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by Queenslary(f): 8:32am On Mar 18, 2018
just passing
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by Talkingboy: 8:44am On Mar 18, 2018
I know of a Branch Service Manager (BSM) currently in a Bank that was originally employed as a Cleaner ....
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by johnlegend01: 8:56am On Mar 18, 2018
okay
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by horpeyemmi66(m): 8:56am On Mar 18, 2018
Absolutely rubbish...
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by SmartyPants(m): 9:05am On Mar 18, 2018
Talkingboy:
I know of a Branch Service Manager (BSM) currently in a Bank that was originally employed as a Cleaner ....



It would be nice if you could share how he did it
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by free2ryhme: 9:43am On Mar 18, 2018
infogreat:
The unemployment situation in the country has led to the increase in the number of underemployed individuals. Many with very great and high level qualifications, who had waited long enough for jobs and had none coming their ways, have resolved to accepting low paying and belittling jobs. It’s no longer news that graduates are now being hired as security guards, janitors, cleaners amongst others.

The good news here is whatever role you are in an organisation, you can be become the boss. The followings can be of help:

1. Have a clearly defined vision – How you see yourself matters. The first thing to do is to have a clear vision for yourself. Regardless of what your present role is, what you see yourself becoming will determine a lot about you – What you will do, learn, act on and react to. Seeing yourself in your preferred role will make you to, sometimes unconsciously, develop some capabilities and attitudes that will show to people that you’re fit for the role. So, get the right vision first!

2. Have the qualification requirement – Don’t wait until the opportunity come, prepare ahead of it! If having a bachelor’s degree is a requirement, get one. Many universities in Nigeria and even abroad now offer affordable distance learning programmes. Open university centers are also widely available. If Masters, MBA or any professional qualification is required, get one. Prepare ahead!

3. Solve problems creatively – Managers are not hired to work but to use others to solve problems. Becoming a manager starts with what you’re doing now – the common problems that come with your job. Don’t solve them like others, solve them in a way that differentiates you. Stand out! Take every problem that comes your way as an opportunity to sell yourself. Did you notice someone having difficulty using the printer or photocopier, help resolve it quickly if you know how to. Be passionate about helping others solve critical problems and don’t just solve them, solve them creatively!

4. Sell your skills – Don’t wait till you get the job you want, start using your skills even in your current role. Are you a cleaner and there is no notice that tells people how to use the toilets? That’s an opportunity for you to sell your PowerPoint skills – you can prepare a slide on “Tips on how to use the Toilet” or “How to Safely Use the Toilets”. Prepare the slide the best way you can. Or do you work in a place where they still write daily rosters on paper, sell your Excel Skills and prepare a well-designed table instead.

5. Be respectful – Being respectful is not being subservient or a sycophant. Greet everyone with smile, be welcoming, willing to help others always, give much regards to work rules and in conflict, resolve amicable and professionally. Don’t be among those who discuss the issues of other staff. Respect other people’s views – religious, cultural and social views.

http://joblytics.com.ng/blog/2018/02/18/5-things-a-janitor-needs-to-do-to-become-a-manager/

cc: davide470, Lalasticlala, uboma

The guy incharge of olusosun dump site in Ojota used to sell and repair phones in computer village and you see what has happened to Ojota dump site and the environment?
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by Jaytecq(m): 3:06pm On Mar 18, 2018
Is this suppose to be a joke or wat?
Re: 5 Things A Janitor Can Do To Become A Manager by saxxyb: 3:57pm On Mar 18, 2018
It only take God's grace

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