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How To Increase Your Dollar Spend Limit By At Least A $100

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Sometime during the past year, banks reduced the spending limits on naira debit cards to as low as $100 per month.

Some banks reviewed their international spending limit and increased the spending limit, whereas some didn’t. As of the moment of this post, Standard Chartered Bank has the highest spend limit of $500 per month.

Quite a number of Nigerians rely on their naira debit cards to pay for online transactions that are billed in US dollars. They are then charged with the prevailing exchange rate.

Monthly subscriptions make up for a percent of our online transactions and as they are recurrent dollar expenses, you are unable to get those shoes you’ve added to your Nike cart for over three months because you always exhaust your dollar limit.

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Opening new accounts with multiple traditional banks can be so stressful and unrewarding. Let’s not mention the unnecessary bank charges that come with it. It’s not exactly worth it.

We thought long and hard about solutions that really work for you and we found quite a number.

  1. GoMoney

GoMoney allows you to increase your dollar spend limit without any inconvenience and at zero cost to you. Although, the monthly limit is $100. In addition to the dollar limit of your bank, that’s an extra $100.

GoMoney is a digital bank. The mobile app is available on Play Store and AppStore.

The onboarding process is also quite direct.

  • You’ll be asked to input your phone number
  • An OTP will be sent to verify the number provided
  • You will be required to enter your email address
  • Your full legal name, Date of Birth, Home address and Gender
  • Then, you set up your security questions.

To upgrade to a full account, you’ll need to input

  • Your BVN
  • Take a selfie
  • Take a picture of your signature
  • Provide a Government ID

You can then go ahead to create a virtual card and customize however you like it.

You can also temporarily stop transactions by using the ‘Pause Card Transactions’ option

You have the option to block the card from the app and permanently delete the card.

Asides from dollar payments, you can

  • Receive and Send money
  • TopUp Airtime
  • Pay for Internet
  • Pay for Electricity and related Utility expenses

You also get a report in-app on how often you make some payments, how much you’ve spent on the family as opposed to self-care or card purchases.

You also get to see if the people you send money also sends you money back.

To access this feature, click on Reports and Tap on a category to see how much you’ve spent and received.

  1. GetBarter

This option is a bit pricey because they have a higher exchange rate. However, the upside is that there are no monthly limits.

You also get to customize cards for various sites you’ll be making payments on.

The onboarding process is also straightforward

  • You’ll be asked to input your email address and phone number
  • An OTP will be sent to you for confirmation
  • On signing in, you’ll be required to input your password
  • Verify your account by inputting your BVN and Date of birth

You can then go ahead to fund your wallet and create your virtual card.

There’s a $2 charge for card creation.

Also, asides from making dollar payments, there’s a whole lot that can be done with GetBarter

Search for Barter by Flutterwave on AppStore or Play Store. Download and try out the other amazing features.

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Lastly, there’s this other option that a few people have hacked, It saves you money, stress, etc

You can help your friends and family abroad fulfill their naira payment needs; they need to send money to someone here or pay for something in naira.

And when you need to make payment in dollars, they help you with it.

Are there any other options you’ve tried and we didn’t mention?

Please let us know in the comment section.

You should absolutely check this out – Solo Entrepreneurs tips on boosting a successful business

7 Tips On Handling Disappointments And Refocusing on Your Goals

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Disappointments come in a number of forms.

It could be of a loved one/spouse, a breakup from a relationship, work-related, feeling disappointed with life, or the emotion that comes with letting things go.

Handling disappoitments can be quite tricky. Sometimes, you get used to the seemingly little ones, and then you have a major setback that makes it seem as though they all piled up somewhere and at that moment, it feels like nothing ever worked.

Sometimes, it doesn’t hurt so much because you’re like “It’s part of life’

And other times, it really hurts. It hurts a lot.

Learning how to deal with it helps you handle the pain and hurt a lot better, it can also spur you towards your desire depending on much you learn from the experience. We’ll discuss more on this in a while.

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You’re probably asking “So, what do I do to make this all go away?”

  1. Identify the source.

Why do I feel this way? Allow the news sink in. Now’s not the time to live in denial.

Deal with the feeling. Find a word(s) that defines how you feel. Are you terrified, cynical, disgruntled, do you feel short-changed? Acknowledge that you feel this way. It’s important that you honor your emotions.

  1. Identify how you deal with anxiety and stress.

Ask yourself how you deal with anxiety? Is it a time for you to take a vacation, go see a movie or would you rather have people over? If you haven’t figured it out prior to now, that’s also fine. Try a number of activities and take note of those you really enjoy. It could be biking, swimming, taking a long walk, binge-watching a series on Netflix, etc

The implication of this is that, when you figure out what helps to keep you calm during a stressful period, you’ll be able to control your emotions and redirect it to something you enjoy doing.

  1. Focus on the positives.

Take a look around you and take stock of all that you have. Refuse to entertain negative thoughts or ideas. Look out for ways to grow despite the disappointment. Turn that bitterness into determination. Use it to fuel your desired outcome.

  1. Protect your mental health.

Deliberately avoid people that always have something negative to say. Limit the people you share your hurt with. You don’t want someone reminding you about all the other opportunities that didn’t work out in a moment like this. Be conscious of the things you allow to get into your head and mind.

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  1. Keep a journal.

You’re probably like Why? The mind works on auto-pilot sometimes, you have just one negative thought and you spiral all the way down. You can avoid a situation like this by keeping a journal. Start by writing how you feel, empty everything you have inside into your journal.

Then, write out all the positive things you know about yourself. When you have a negative thought or you get exposed to a negative opinion, you’ll be able to reference the journal to say – This is who I am.

  1. Go back to the master plan.

Learn from it and make decisions that move you forward to your desire. If the desire is point C and the goal/opportunity you missed out on was point B, Is there a point D that takes you to point C from where you are?

What you missed out on might feel like the end, but it’s not, you just expected a certain outcome. Figure out another route that takes you to your desire.

HOW TO OVERCOME DISAPPOINTMENT AND REFOCUS ON YOUR GOALS

  1. It is not a setback.

In the real sense, you’re not moving away from your goals. Everything you’ve done up until now has been to move closer and closer to the goal. You’ve grown, you learned something that nobody else is aware of.

Identify what you could have done better. Were your expectations overboard?

You’re walking out of this a better person. You’re much more stronger and knowledgeable.

Keep your focus on your desire. Allow your goals to continue driving you forward.

Breathe!

You should definitely check this out – Six (6) Scientific Benefits Of Meditation

Relationship Conversations : Clear-Cut Questions You Need To Be Honest About

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It can be really tempting to dive into that relationship and just go with the flow… Because why exactly do I have to wait?

We like each other. We’ve gone on a couple of dates. We create time to catch up on how our day went. There’s this show of genuine care and concern when we’re talking.

So why not?

There are a lot of important things you need to talk about before you make up your mind to go into that ship.

Is this relationship just because you need someone to attend that family function with or “I feel lonely” or Do you see a future with this person?

I think that relationships like this should be intentional. Do we want the same results with our previous relationships or something much better and…

Even though it doesn’t work out, you know you gave it your best.

We’ll look through questions you need to be honest with yourself about.

These questions help you figure out who you are and also influence your relationship with people.

Although there’ll be some things you can compromise on, you’ll be clear on the things that aren’t negotiable.

  1. What brings you the most happiness?

You need to identify what exactly does. What makes you truly happy? Is it spending time with loved ones? Spending time alone? Going on trips? Does the happiness of close friends and family translate to your happiness?

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  1. What is your love language?

Knowing this can be the most important thing in your relationship. There are 5 love languages –

Words of affirmation, Gifts, Act of Service, Quality Time, and Physical Touch.

Everyone has at least one love language they prefer to the other. Identifying this helps you discover how you prefer to receive love and also helps you recognize your partner’s.

You can take this love language quiz.

  1. What is your typical demeanor?

Are you High key or Low key? Do you communicate more with body language and facial expressions or are you always talking? Can you stand a chatty partner if you like to live a quiet life? Will you be able to live with someone that barely talks if verbal communication is a big deal for you?

  1. What is your greatest motivation/influence in life?

What or Who drives you? What is that big thing that fuels your drive? Do you seek validation from friends? How big is that vision? Is it the first thing on your mind and the last thing when you go to bed? Does financial freedom sound like something that interests you?

  1. What do you want from this relationship?

Is it just vibes? Or Love, Companionship, Marriage?

You have to really think about what your expectations are.

  1. What do you do when you get angry/feel jealous?

Do you throw things away? What calms you down? Or do you just act rashly and as a result caused more harm? How do you communicate your displeasure? Are you always shouting at the top of your voice? Can you tell your partner you feel jealous about someone they’re hanging out with?

  1. What is too serious to play with/joke about?

For some people, you can’t joke about their gait. It’s a big deal. For others, jokes about death or any form of abuse is a turn-off. Highlight the deal breaker for you and make sure to communicate it so you don’t come off as “always angry”.

  1. How open are you with your feelings?

Do you have to be asked “How are you?” 1 million billion times before you say how you feel? Do you have peak times when you’re more expressive? Are there activities that allow you to let your guard down? Understanding this helps you articulate better with your partner.

  1. How do you prefer to communicate ?

Are you a text person? Do you prefer calls? Can you communicate properly if it’s not an in-person discussion? Do you make eye contact while talking to people and expect the same?

  1. How do you feel most loved?

This also has a thing to do with love languages. Knowing your love language helps you to pinpoint what exactly makes you feel that rush of affection.

  1. Are there things you can’t compromise on?

How important is your job? Can you give it all up if it comes to that? Can you work remotely if your family requires that you do? How religious are you? Must your partner have the same religious beliefs as you?

  1. Do you want to get married?

Do YOU? Not everyone plans to. Some people just want company and not commitment.

Is that you? Are you open to changing the decision when you find someone that checks all the boxes?

  1. Do you want kids?

A couple of people don’t want to bring kids into a world like this. They can’t bear the thought of their child falling sick and dying or the childhood sexual trauma that people don’t talk about till they’re adults. Other people think it’s a responsibility they don’t want to bear.

You need to be clear about this. If you want children, how many do you want?

Is that open to change given your partner’s preferences or financial realities?

  1. Are you more analytical than creative?

Do you analyze the cause and effect of every decision or do you go with the flow and enjoy the spontaneity?

The thought process for each personality types work differently, understanding this helps to align your decisions to “the same page”.

  1. Overprotective or ??

Are you the possessive partner? Do you get jealous when your partner hangs out with their clique?

Are you always in people’s faces or too clingy in public? Have you experienced rejection in a relationship in the past? How did you deal with it? Do you have a tendency to be insecure when your partner interacts with the opposite sex?

You don’t have to answer these questions at a go. Some of them require that you take out time to reflect on.

You’ll also need to have conversations around this in your “talking stage”, let them come up naturally in your everyday talks and watch out for the reactions and responses.

You can also check out this article – Selecting a good travel partner in simple ways

Going on a Vacation and its Health Benefits

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Have you been wondering what the effect of a vacation is?

Asides the dopamine (a hormone that makes you feel good) from lavishing your money on yourself, are there any other “real” benefits ?

Some people say its an investment in your health and I couldn’t agree more.

Research has proven that just the thought of going for a vacation (i.e the planning phase) can help boost happiness.

It keeps your mind away from things that can stress you out.

As little as the thought of “I have free time and I decide what to do with it”

It also helps you plan, prepare, think of problems that might arise and proffer solution.

Its that moment when your logical and emotional self comes together and just syncs.

It also helps your confidence when you have to make decisions under duress in the future even after your vacation.

Realizing that you made judgements fast and quickly, and you stood by the consequence even if it was made in a rush.

Here are 4 ways vacations have been proven to benefit your health.

  • Stress Reduction and Vacation

This can be a little tricky.

Although research says that removing people from stressful environments help to reduce stress level,

One has to ensure that you don’t spend too long away from your responsibilities such that your anxiety level begins to spike and you begin to panic.

Stress not only affects memory but also leads to other conditions.

When you are stressed you may experience many different feelings, including anxiety, fear, anger, sadness, or frustration. These feelings can sometimes feed on each other and produce physical symptoms, making you feel even worse. For some people, stressful life events can contribute to symptoms of depression

  • Sleep Health

A lot of people suffer from sleep disorders.

Vacations have been proven to help remove the routines that affect sleep patterns e.g family commitments, working late into the night, spending most of your day exposed to blue light from your computer screen.

Blue light messes with your body’s ability to prepare for sleep because it blocks Melatonin, a hormone that makes you sleepy.

Your level of exposure to blue light during a vacation is reduced largely aiding good sleep.

  • Fuels your Creativity

The “aha” moments happen when you’re in your most relaxed state.

Taking a vacation might be the best solution when you feel stuck and you’ve tried everything possible to get out of that phase.

You’re also more productive and creative when you take out time regularly to relax.

It also improves your motivation, perspective and performance in tasks and responsibilities.

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Heart Health Benefits

“What we found is that people who vacation more frequently in the past 12 months have a lowered risk for metabolic syndrome and metabolic symptoms,” says Bryce Hruska, an assistant professor of public health at Syracuse University’s Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics. “Metabolic syndrome is a collection of risk factors for cardiovascular disease. If you have more of them you are at higher risk of cardiovascular disease. This is important because we are actually seeing a reduction in the risk for cardiovascular disease the more vacationing a person does. Because metabolic symptoms are modifiable, it means they can change or be eliminated.”

See more here – Medical Proof That Vacation Is Good For Your Heart

We’re getting to the end of the year. You need time to relax.

Take time off and put that vacation plan back in view.

If you need help regarding how and what to pack, check out this guide –  Vacation Tips: How To Pack When Traveling.

Vacation Tips: How To Pack When Traveling.

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Its that time of the year when we decide to let out the steam.

2020 was one really long year. I mean, a ton of things happened and a lot of people were like ‘Na this year too ?’ – It translates to ‘Did this also happen this year ?’

Nobody is judging you if you decide ‘I’m taking a vacation’

They are very important as they help clear the mind and also give you motivation to achieve certain goals.

You’ve decided ‘I’m going to the Bahamas to swim with the dolphins’

But you don’t really know what you’ll need.. especially if its your first time travelling out of the country.

Not to worry, Life Saddle got you.

In this article, we’ll be talking about how and what to pack for your vacation.

Vacation Tip 1: The very first thing to do is Research your destination

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Check the weather.

Do not assume what the weather should be. You can check out weather.com before you start to make other plans.

It’ll help you save the cost of spending a lot more money on clothes and other items.

Vacation Tip 2: Create a checklist

  • What activities do you plan to engage in ?
  • How long is your vacation for and what is your schedule for each day ? Places you plan to visit.
  • Your choice of clothing and accessories? List every item you are considering taking.
  • Toiletries. What do you need ?
  • Items that should be in your Backpack or Carry-on Luggage. ( They might be the only possession you have for a few hours. Plan wisely)

Vacation Tip 3: Choose your clothing and footwear choice wisely

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Choose outfits you can play around with, a flexible wardrobe works every time.

Pack convertible/multipurpose items such as dresses that can be worn in multiple ways.

Pack thin layers of clothing that can be easily layered up incase of a weather change.

Coordinate your outfits with colors and designs so you only pack items that work well with each other.

Your items should also be packed in layers to ensure easy screening at the airport.

Vacation Tip 4: Do not pack what you can buy/rent at your destination

Renting an equipment may be way cheaper than carrying yours and paying extra for shipping. Make enquiries and find out how much it costs.

Get travel size bottles for your toiletries and liquids or consider ditching them and getting from a store at your destination.

There’s a possibility that they might leak or explode and damage your clothing and other important things.

It also makes your luggage a lot lighter.

Vacation Tip 5: Essentials for your carry-on Luggage/ Backpack

As I mentioned earlier, they might be the only possession you have for a few hours.

Here a couple of things that should be in it – Your passport, identification, money, credit cards, jewelry, electronics, medication, water bottle, sunscreen, a change of cloth and other valuables you can’t afford to lose should incase your luggage gets missing.

Your carry-on luggage should be kept light nevertheless.

Vacation Tip 6: The Ideal is to pack Light

You also don’t want to be charged extra for your baggage fees.

  • Go over your checklist again and remove unnecessary items.
  • Wear your bulkiest shoes and clothes to lighten your luggage.
  • Roll your clothes tightly so you have more space in your luggage.
  • Get a plastic bag for your medications and beauty products, that way you save up the container space.

As a side note : Have a copy of your travel documents and prescription online incase it goes missing.

Looking forward to your feedback on how this helped your vacation plans.

What other tips do you have for packing light when you go on vacation?

Also, do let me know if there’s something you do and I missed out.

You can also check out this article – Selecting a good travel partner in simple ways

6 Ways Creative Activities Can Benefit Your Mental Health

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From writing to playing musical instruments, sketching to crafting, creativity is something we’re all born with.

However, with busy schedules and an obsession with technology, so many of us invest little or no time in creative activities.

Unfortunately, this underutilization of our creative potentials can lead to mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, and even depression.

If you suddenly have the urge to do something creative, Do not ignore it!

Asides keeping you productive.. Here are 6 great ways creative activities can benefit your mental health.

 • It relieves stress

Ever noticed that sometimes when you play instruments or paint you get lost in your thoughts?

This is because creative activities have the same effects on the mind and body as meditation.

Creative activities can be said to be “yoga for the brain” as it calms your mind and helps you relax, relieving stress in the process.

 • It enhances brain function

Working the same job for a long period of time can limit a person’s thought process.

If for instance, you’ve been working as a banker for 10 years, your thoughts may circulate solely on banking and banking alone, thereby monopolizing your brain activity.

With creative activities, however, you can unlock and explore different areas of your brain.

Creative activities such as knitting and writing aid the production of neurons, and protects existing ones. This helps maintain a fully functional central nervous system!

 • It boosts your mood

We all feel down every now and then, especially during hard times or after losses.

Luckily, playing musical instruments or painting with your favorite track playing in the background can improve your mood immensely.

Studies have proven that creative activities improve a person’s emotional health.

It puts you in a state of calm and contentment, and also serves as an escape from everything else going on in your life.

Note though, that to get a mood boost from creative activities, you MUST enjoy it.

Therefore, do not put pressure on yourself to create something perfect. Simply have fun with the process.

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 • It improves mental health

Simple activities like sewing or crafting can boost the brain’s production of dopamine, which is a natural anti-depressant.

This, in turn, reduces stress, anxiety, and depression.

 • It helps prevent Alzheimer’s and dementia

Alzheimer’s is one of the major illnesses connected to old age and one most people dread.

Luckily, while we can’t stop our minds from aging, we can reduce the risk of suffering from this illness.

Rather than think of how 70 is still so far away, tailor your present habits to help ensure the future of your mental health.

Creative activities improve communication between the two sides of your brain, which helps prevent cognitive impairment.

Creativity is also great for people with dementia. Through painting, sewing, or writing, a person with dementia can tap into their personalities.

Frequently practicing creative activities also helps sharpen their senses.

 • It makes you smarter

Research shows that people who create music, play instruments, or listen frequently to music have a strong connectivity between the left and right sides of their brains.

The right side of the brain focuses on the melody and the left is responsible for motor functions. When these two parts communicate frequently, your cognitive abilities will improve!

Creative Activities: Bottom Line

Isn’t it great that carrying out what could be termed as hobbies can actually benefit your mental health?

So write in your journal, paint an object, or create new tunes with your guitar. Try out knitting or gardening today, and start enjoying all of these benefits!

How to Keep Your Phone From Taking Over Your Life Fully

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Phone addiction…

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We’re distracted like never before — and our phones are probably the biggest culprit. But there is a way you can live with one and still get things done. When your mind is even slightly resisting a task, it will look for novel things to focus on. And it doesn’t need to look far — only as far as your phone.

Our smartphones provide an endless stream of bite-sized, delicious information for our brains to consume. It’s easy to get hooked, even to feel addicted. And most of us would prefer not to feel this way.

Here are a few strategies that are useful to prevent your phone from taking over our time and attention:

Use airplane mode, even when you’re not in the air

Airplane mode isn’t just for travel. Use it when you’re working on an important task or having coffee with someone you value. It makes a bigger difference than simply putting your phone in your pocket; when you do that, you’re still aware of the buzzing, vibrating notifications and distractions piling up and waiting for you. Airplane mode eliminates the possibility that notifications will disrupt your work or conversation.

Do a phone swap

While you should tuck your phone away while you’re with family or friends, there are times when you need to have it handy. On these occasions, try swapping phones with the people you’re hanging out with.

This way, if you have to look something up, make a call, or send yourself a reminder, you’ll have a device to do it with — but it won’t be one that will suck you into a personalized world of distraction. If there is an urgent call or message on your phone, of course, your swap-mate has to promise to tell you, and vice versa.

Prune your apps.

Scroll through your phone and delete the apps on which you waste too much time and attention — social media and news apps included.

This can feel refreshing, like spring cleaning for your phone.

Step two: Consider getting rid of apps that duplicate functionality with apps on your other devices.

For example, your email app may not be worth keeping if you also read mail on your tablet; an investment app you check compulsively might be worth nixing if you can access that information on your laptop.

Create a “Mindless” folder.

Its possible you can’t quite get rid of all your time-wasting apps — and that’s OK.

House your most distracting apps — the ones that pull you into autopilot mode — in a “Mindless” folder on your phone or tablet. The folder’s name should serve as a reminder every time you’re about to distract yourself.

Mind the gaps

This one takes willpower but consciously resist the urge to tap around on your phone when you’re waiting in line at the grocery store, walking to the coffee shop, or in the bathroom. Try to use these breaks to reflect and recharge.

Mindlessly burning these moments on your phone isn’t worth it.

You can check out this article – 10 Online courses that can saddle your life.

Online Presence for Small Businesses: Is It That Important?

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As a startup owner, you might have wondered if online presence for small businesses is worth it. Although having an online presence is quite affordable today, some small and medium scale businesses still struggle with the question of whether they should have an online presence or not. If you, however, need assistance in putting your business online with an affordable budget, reach out to EKIAA. online presence for small businesses

Is Online Presence for  Small Businesses really important?

Plainly and expectedly, you would think that this question should not come up at all due to the huge exposure that the internet gives many businesses today. Regardless, as a small business that does not have huge capital, every penny spent must return reasonable or significant value. Hence, do not be surprised that this question pops up once in a while. You should also see “5 Helpful Business Tricks For Small Businesses“.

Jumia as a startup/business that runs online

Jumia arrived in Nigeria in 2012 when internet usage was slowly picking up. Seven years later, it is the market leader when it comes to eCommerce in Africa. Now, it has opened up its platform to other businesses to sell and access new customers. Are you still doubting the importance of online presence for small businesses?

The secret here is starting small. In today’s internet and mobile world, your business cannot afford to contemplate on whether to have an online presence or not, It should be part of your plan from the very beginning.

Some Benefits of online presence for small business

Your Shop Never Closes

The Internet never sleeps, and every online platform you use gives your business a virtual 24-hour showroom. This allows potential customers to research your product or service after business hours, and in the privacy of their own homes. If you sell products, an online store allows for 24-hour order placement to capture a sale as soon as a customer is interested, as opposed to waiting for your brick-and-mortar store to open, by which time the urge to buy may have passed.

Brand building

Brand building means building a potential customer’s trust in your company or product. Online presence for small businesses not only gives customers access to your product or service, but it also provides a way for the customer to “check out” your company. Online reviews, your interactions with other customers and the frequency and quality of your posts help to form a positive impression of your company in the potential customer’s mind, making a future sale more likely.

Greater audience

The Internet encompasses a much larger area than the few miles to your business’ office or store. Your Web presence reaches out to everyone who passes by your virtual doorstep, which could include people from right next door or in another country. Depending on your specific industry and offerings, this could open up a much wider customer base than relying on face-to-face interactions would.

Easier selling and marketing

It’s a well-known marketing fact that people like to buy but don’t like to be sold. A well-written piece of copy for your products or services on your website allow buyers to make a more relaxed, informed decision to purchase, as opposed to feeling pressured by a pushy salesperson. Marketing your business is also easier and more far-reaching, as the electronic format allows for a wider, more cost-effective distribution as opposed to traditional marketing, which usually includes printing and mailing costs.

How to create an online presence for your small business

Be present on all digital channels

It should go without saying that to develop an online presence you have to be present on digital channels. However, a large number of small businesses still rely entirely on traditional means of marketing. These businesses lack a website, social media profiles, a mobile app and so on. These digitally deprived companies cite a number of reasons for their slow adoption of a branded website or social media accounts. The most common one by far is that business is going well enough without it. If you are into this type of business, you are simply limiting the potential reach of your business.

Get SEO

Being solid starts with your website. It should be the central place where your audience can learn more about your brand and what you have to offer and how people can contact you for your services. However, this won’t have any impact if your webpage is hidden amidst a sea of content on the web. And this is where SEO comes in. You’re not an SEO expert? That’s okay. Ask for help from experts or others around you with enough expertise to keep you ahead. Excellent application of SEO techniques can literally take your website from zero to ranking on the front page of Google. Beyond hiring an expert, it’s also important to understand basic SEO practices so that you can channel your efforts towards creating sellable content.

Build Relationships

No matter which industry your business belongs to, there will be few online communities related to that industry. It will be worth finding out the communities where individuals or thought leaders from similar industry share their views. By participating in the relevant discussions and being an active member, you can start building relationships. Why is this so important? Well, chances are these people are better connected than you are and they might be able to help introduce you to others who are in your industry. New connections can be customers or partners who can help you grow your business.

Bottom Line

Online presence for small businesses plays a vital role in the path to the top. We can not turn blind eyes to the power of the internet in this digital age. It is, therefore, important to harness the power of the internet to develop your business and achieve your goals. If you, however, need assistance in putting your business online with an affordable budget, reach out to EKIAA. And before you leave, endeavour to check out “Top 7 Lifestyle Causes of Mouth Odour“. I wish you all the best on your entrepreneur journey.

Badagry Trip: Exciting 5 Reasons To Visit In Your Lifetime

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We all have to hand it to Badagry. If you think otherwise, take that Badagry trip and come back with a different view. If you are a lover of adventure you will love to take that Badagry trip as soon as possible. We saddle into the reason to visit the city of “many firsts“.

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5 Reasons To Take Badagry Trip In Your Lifetime

Badagry is on the outskirts of Lagos. Precisely, it is located between the cosmopolitan city of Lagos and Nigeria’s border with the Republic of Benin. This location has perhaps made it a bit difficult for tourists and Lagosians to check out this tourist’s haven. In addition, Badagry is not situated in Lagos’s choice areas like Victoria Island, Lekki, Ikeja, and Ikoyi.

Regardless of where you reside in Lagos, Badagry is a delightful and wonderful place to visit. We roll out some reasons that will no doubt spur you to pack your luggage and take that Badagry trip in this article.

Relics of Slave Trade awaits you on Badagry trip

Slavery is a phase in Nigeria’s and Africa’s history we all want to forget. However, this history cannot just be wished away. It happened. And it is important to preserve this heritage. It is, therefore, important to note that Badagry’s history is incomplete without giving a mention to slavery. You will find relics of slavery-like chains, locks, and shackles as well as see the different slave routes (point of no return) and slave ports. In addition to this, you will learn so much at the Badagry slave museum, the slave families, like the Mobee Royal Family, and the Vlekete Slave Market. You will be overwhelmed!

Badagry is a virgin

Yes, Badagry is a virgin! Unlike other cities and towns in Lagos that have been encroached and taken over by humans, Badagry is yet to be polluted especially, its coastlines and peninsulas remain natural, untouched and untapped! So, it is a wonderful place to have a good time and you are assured of the air you breathe.

It is a city of many firsts!

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Badagry has the enviable record of having many firsts compared to any other city in Nigeria. You will find the first primary school, the first story building in Nigeria, and the first pair of Sato drum. This should pump up your wanderlust adrenalin!

The biggest border town in Nigeria

The border between Nigeria and Benin Republic is just 10 minutes’ drive from Badagry. So do you want to see the biggest border town in Nigeria? Pack your bags and leave for Badagry now!

Relax and indulge on your Badagry trip

There are hotels and relaxation spots in Badagry. One of such popular hubs for relaxation is Whispering Palms. There are also beautiful beaches where you can have picnics. In addition, you will return with a truckload of coconuts if you want. Coconut is as available as the air you breathe in!

Taking a Badagry trip should be on your travel bucket list, even if you live close to Badagry. Badagry is filled with an abundance of Nature’s gift with serenity suitable for any kind of getaway or vacations. Check out Balancing your self-care routine for maximum health.

7 Surprising Egg Hacks That Can Change Your Life

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The surprising egg hacks in this article will blow your mind. The extent at which the eggs can make your life easier or save your day, will not be short of surprises. Life hacks are an unusual solution using things we least expect. Let’s saddle through these remarkable hacks that may be the solution you need.

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7 Remarkable Things You Probably Didn’t Know You Could Do With Eggs

You’re probably wondering what else you can do with eggs apart from eating and maybe using for one or two beauty treatments. Life saddler, today, is sharing 7 things you probably didn’t know you could do with eggs. Before moving on, remember to check “5 Helpful Business Tricks For Small Businesses“.

7. Egg Hacks: Treat a Cut

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The thin membrane from a hard-boiled egg can be applied on cuts to promote healing. The membrane has wound-healing nutrients and can be used as a bandage for cuts. You have to be gentle when applying the membrane on the wound though, so it doesn’t cut from overstretching.

6. Egg Hacks: To Deter Pests

You can use eggs as some form of pesticide to deter pests. Simply scatter crushed eggshells on top of flowerbeds to discourage and deter snails, slugs and cutworms from coming to the area.

5. Egg Hacks: To Help Seeds Germinate

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This is mainly done with flower seeds. Eggshells can be used at the initial stage of seed germination. They can be used to start your seeds for the season. Use a needle to poke a small drainage hole in the bottom half of an empty eggshell, fill in the shell with soil and press in the seeds. Take care of the seeds appropriately and watch them grow.

4. Egg Hacks: To Substitute Glue

The proteins in egg white tend to set quite firmly when dry because of their strong bonding properties. Raw eggs whites are actually powerful bonding agents that can be used on paper as a substitute for glue when the glue isn’t available.

3. Egg Hacks: To Fertilize Plants

Eggs shells contain a high amount of calcium which is a beneficial mineral for cherry tomatoes, garden eggs and other plants in the nightshade family. For this reason, they are great for use in helping to fertilize these plants to promote growth and germination.

2. Egg Hacks: To Boost Calcium Intake

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Like was stated above, eggshells have a high amount of calcium, and aside from using them to fertilize plants, they can also be used to help boost calcium intake in humans. Simply bake an empty eggshell at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for eight minutes, let cool, then grind to a fine powder and add a teaspoon of it to your juice.

1. Egg Hacks: To Scour Metal

Ground eggshells are powerful abrasives that can be used to clean dirty pots, pans and even pipes to make them shine and look new again. You can add some soapy water to dampen the ground eggshells a bit before using them to scour the metal.

In conclusion, hacks are like the first aid we have in homes and offices. The hacks above could come handy when we are short of the conventional approach. For a recap, eggs can come handy as your first aid for a cut. Eggs can also be used as glue, also, it can boost your calcium intake. My best take-home point, however, is scouring metal with egg hack. can you beat that? If you do know more hacks, please share in the comment section, I will be reading and I appreciate.

A good read: “7 Awesome Travel Tips For Countries Of Different Language“.

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