Published by Emog on 26 Aug 2008

Random Thoughts


I read a couple of interesting articles and mails today. I will
like to share some of them here. They really helped me a lot
to see things differently. There’s so much we can learn and I
highlighted a few lines.

“That is the power of suggestion. We naturally move toward
whatever we focus our attention on. The more you think about
something, the stronger it takes hold of you.” Continue Reading »


Published by Emog on 25 Aug 2008

Blood on the Dance Floor

Curled from http://www.deoluakinyemi.com/2008/08/22/blood-on-the-dance-floor/

Do you know any better way to describe the current events on the Nigerian Stock Exchange?
I don’t. I don’t know of any more graphical way to paint the picture of what is going on in the
Nigerian Stock Market right now! I think Michael Jackson got the phrase right, “there is blood
on the dance floor”. Reading the lyrics of that song in detail, it even amazes me that the girl that
spilled the blood was a one night stand Now parallel that with being a speculator rather than
a long term investor in today’s market. If you look at it that critically, you might see Michael as
a prophet :). You come to the dance floor to enjoy, to let you hairs down, to celebrate… and
you are about getting into the groove, and you see a splash of blood, you are shocked and
everybody panics, is this a drink, ketchup or someone’s blood? You look around to see the
source, and then the whole club spots it all at once, there is blood on the dance floor, and the
blood, is yours!

It wouldn’t amaze any avid stock market investor now, that people have started committing
suicide. People have lost millions, some billions in this “market correction”, and if it was only
money that was lost, one might not be so bothered. The average person has already lost
about 50% of his capital in this craziness, and the end is yet to come. Many who have a normal
penchant for taking higher risks, by using the bank’s margin facilities in this market, are crying -
sorry, weeping! Week after week, I have studied different opinions on what was causing the
land slide of share prices and where hope lies, and honestly it got to the point where I figured
it all out. I not only figured it out I figured out what to do. I’m sure you are wondering what
exactly that is?…Read on. Continue Reading »


Published by Emog on 20 Aug 2008

Our Education System

I went out for a meeting yesterday with two of my colleagues.
We were to meet with a company to enlighten them on Shape
Cd. A product who many believe and I am sure will raise the
bar in advertising and give companies a unique edge over others
in their industry. There was light traffic on the way  so we had the
opportunity to talk about a number of things.

As we drove along, we saw a very large bill board that caught
our attention and became a subject of discussion. It was a bank
advert that had an elderly man, a woman about the same age
apparently his wife and their son. The young man was putting
on an academic gown., which meant he was matriculating. What
actually drew our attention to it was the caption that read; Continue Reading »


Published by Emog on 12 Aug 2008

The Storm is Over

I listened to the wordings of a song by R Kelly, “the Storm
is Over” today. I have heard it over and over before, but today
was different. It made me see things differently. There’s nothing
that can be more demoralizing than the absence of hope. When
you are down and faced with challenges, you have two options.
You could give up and stop trying or you could be hopeful and
fight to the end.

Every once in a while, we are faced with negative situations that
tend to hold us back. I want to refer to them as the storms of life.
This could be financial, spiritual, social or moral. Our attitude or
reactions towards these situations determine the outcome. I
choose to stay positive and this always help. Continue Reading »


Published by Emog on 08 Aug 2008

A New Beginning

I’ll start by thanking the Almighty for the opportunity to be
able to see this day and write about it. Today is a unique day
that will go down in history as a turning point in the lives of
many. For others, it will just be another normal day. You can
only feature in a future you can picture, so those who see the
significance of today will feature in the future they can see as
this day ushers in a new beginning.

Today is the 8th day of the 8th month in the year of our Lord
2008. Numbers have significance in everything we do. Today’s
date therefore says a lot to those who know or have an idea of
its significance. Seven means completion. The world was created
in Seven days and God also rested on the seventh day. Seven
plus one gives eight, which therefore means that eight marks a
new beginning. the day after everything is completed. Continue Reading »


Published by Emog on 05 Aug 2008

Loyalty and Trust

Faithfulness to a course, unwavering dedication and support
will ensure that a project is completed. More importantly,
relationships must be taken into consideration in every project.
The place of loyalty and trust in a relationship cannot be over
emphasized.

At every point in time, we look for someone we can confide
in. This could be a member of our family, a friend or a mentor.
We need someone we can trust, someone who is loyal and
will not give us up or turn against us. This one person knows
a lot about us and because of the trust we have in that
person, he is obligated to watch our back and be our trusted
or loyal companion. Continue Reading »


Published by Emog on 31 Jul 2008

Thank You

I woke up 2 days ago to discover that I had a cold. It rained
and I left the air conditioner and the fan in my room on. I
managed to get to work that morning because I thought it was
just normal and I would be better during the day. However
some hours down the line, I discovered that I wont be able to
stay to the end because it wasn’t getting any better.

I left the office and went to get drugs for the cold after which
I went home to rest. I spent the rest of the day at home. I got
up the next day and I was still a little bit down. I called one of
my colleagues and told him I wont be able to make it to work
and decided to stay at home. My weekends are always tight
as we hold seminars and also have training’s during the
weekend. I guessed this was the reason for the cold and
feverish condition. Continue Reading »


Published by Emog on 29 Jul 2008

Pirates

I was in a training over the weekend on Shaped Cd. I learnt
a lot about how Cd’s are made and how they can be
transformed into different shapes to make it unique and a lot
more attractive. There’s a lot that can be done with shaped
Cd’s. From company proposal to concert tickets. The
possibilities are limitless and can only be hindered by the limits
we place on it.

A very key area in Cd production was brought to my
awareness or rather I was reminded of it. It has always been
one of the things I strongly stand against and think everyone
should. It amazes me how people will want to make a living
from stealing and not feel bothered in any way. Continue Reading »


Published by Emog on 28 Jul 2008

Rest

Rest could be defined as a state or period of refreshing
freedom from exertion.

I was in church today and it was yet again a wonderful and
mind blowing experience. There was a guest speaker who
spoke on faith and how we must believe in God to be able to
do what he said he will accomplish in us as well as through us.
I believe this was a good time to be reminded that indeed God
can and will do all what he said he would do in our lives. Continue Reading »


Published by Emog on 23 Jul 2008

The Niger Delta

A lot has been said about the Niger Delta and the crisis that
has engulfed the region. Different people giving different
opinions and views on the crisis and possible solutions to
what seems to be a major problem for our nation Nigeria.
One peculiarity about this situation is that all the parties
involved want a solution to the problem….. or so it seems.

Years of neglect from various administrations have left the
region under developed and backward. After years of silence
the youths of the Niger Delta have found what looks like a
workable solution to their problem. What is this solution you
might ask? They have found a way to get the attention of the
Government to listen to them and also earn enough to take
care of their upkeep as well as sustain their struggle.

The oil rich Niger Delta accounts for a major portion of
Nigeria’s revenue. Crude oil which happens to be the  main
source of revenue for the nation is gotten from this region. It
is therefore supposed to be developed and well taken care of,
however the reverse is the case. Deibu is a community that is
located in this region which is completely cut off and far from
civilization while the beautiful city of Abuja is illuminated with
beautiful street lights and amazing structures. Continue Reading »


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