Magdalene Ougo

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10 Daily Habits That Will Radically Improve Your Life

Practical daily things to bring real positive change in your life. Platitudes won’t help you. I know, I’ve tried to implement them all. They’re frustrating. Go for it! Live for today! Stay motivated! No kidding. I’m more interested in how we can radically improve our lives.  How can we stay truly motivated? How can we maintain hyper-efficiencies?  How can we stay happy at work? How can we find true fulfillment by cultivating the most attractive aspects of our personalities? Here are 10 unexpected things you can do daily to radically improve your life: 1. Don’t obsess over “how” you’ll do something. Four years ago when I launched my agency Silverback Social, I just did it. I knew that I wanted to create a digital agency that led with social media. I had no idea how I was going to do it. I still remove the “how” from most of our agency issues.…

10 Tips for Dealing with Change Positively in Your workplace

“The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear, and the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown.” H.P. Lovecraft Lovecraft wrote those words in the 1920s and they are still relevant today – especially in the workplace. Many of us look forward to changes at work and we often have conversations with our colleagues about how things should be different, yet when things do change we are often terrified and feel uncomfortable. Change is inevitable and necessary these days in order for businesses and organisations to survive and thrive. Sometimes change can be imposed on us and with that may come changes to our immediate boss, team, work priorities and even changes to our role. So we must learn to overcome fear and embrace the changes ahead. Why Do We Fear and Resist Change so Much? We fear change at work for a variety of…

Nairobi Innovation Week 2017

OBJECTIVES • To show case and recognize innovations by researchers, incubatees (University Innovation Hub and other Innovation Hubs), private companies and public agencies. • To create a platform for presentation of academic papers, innovation illustrations and case studies focused on research and innovation. • To champion policy discussions on innovation in Kenya. BENEFIT & IMPACT • Engage policy makers on the growth and support of the innovation ecosystem in Kenya. • Create linkages between the diversity of stakeholders in the industry. • Learn about existing innovations and inventions that benefit others. • Support local and international collaboration in applied research by private and public innovation facilitators. • Increase the visibility of innovations and innovators in the University of Nairobi and in Kenya. • Stimulate and promote entrepreneurship spirit among the youth in Kenya and the region. TARGET AUDIENCE • Policy makers from government • Academia • Entrepreneurs with innovations or…

WIN a special Valentine’s Day Offer at Mara Sidai Camp

3 days 2 nights Road package safari at Mara Sidai Camp: Kshs 16,500 per adult Kshs 12,400 per child ( 3 – 11 yrs) Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara – Kenya You will be picked up in Nairobi at your residents at 7:00 AM. Drive through the highlands of Limuru and down the Great Rift Valley. You shall have a stopover in Narok town where you have a bathroom rest, top up fuel and stock up on any snacks and drinks you want to buy for yourself, this is the last major town and is the gateway to the Masai Mara region. Drive on to Masai Mara arriving for lunch at 1:30 PM at Mara Sidai Camp. Located next to the Masai Mara Game Park, right near the gate of the park, Mara Sidai camp blends in with the African Savannah and is located in a…

Valentine’s Day at Qaribu Inn

Win a FREE night at the QARIBU INN, and treat your loved one toan enchanting evening this  Valentines Share and tweet using the hashtag #valentinesatqaribuinn to WIN! Qaribu Inn is a 3 star budget hotel in Westlands, Nairobi which offers comfortable accommodations for business and holiday travelers. Whether you are traveling to Nairobi, Kenya for business or on holiday, you will enjoy a comfortable night’s rest in guest rooms that have been designed for your comfort and convenience. The 3 star hotel has 61 cosy and well designed guest rooms to put you at ease. You will enjoy a comfortable bed and relaxed atmosphere in our luxury hotel to leave you refreshed for your busy day. The rooms feature roomy guest beds, shower, flat screen TV, a work table, and other amenities for your convenience. Relax at night and then begin your day with a delicious breakfast on the terrace. Are…

#Valentine’s Couples’ Deal by BIG SQUARE

Make Valentines Special and Delicious with BIGSQUARE. Share, tweet using the Hash Tag #valentinesatbigsquare to stand a chance to win a couple’s dinner at a selected branch Locations: Big Square – CBD – Moi Avenue Hours Of Operation: Weekdays- 7:00 AM – 9:30 PM Weekends- 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Delivery- 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Contacts: Tel: 0707970968 View Map Locations: Big Square – CBD – Standard Street Hours Of Operation: Weekdays- 7:00 AM – 9:30 PM Weekends- 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Delivery- 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Contacts: Tel: 0780 202 047 View Map Locations: Big Square – Mombasa Road Hours Of Operation Weekdays- 7:00 AM – 9:30 PM Weekends- 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM Delivery- 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Contacts: Tel: 0780 202 074 View Map Locations: Big Square – Waiyaki Way Hours Of Operation Weekdays- 7:00 AM – 9:30 PM Weekends- 7:00 AM -…

#ValentinesDay at Fun Zone Restaurant – Garden Estate

Make it an evening to remember! Treat your loved one to an enchanting evening at the Fun Zone Restaurant, garden Estate this Valentines. Just share, tweet, retweet using the hash tag #valentinesatfunzonerestaurant and stand a chance to win an evening to remember! FUN ZONE Restaurant is a top venue for business and family entertainment situated in Ridgeways/Garden Estate area off Thika Super Highway or off Kiambu Road. Whether you’re looking for authentic African cuisine or a familiar dish, The FunZone Restaurant is the natural choice that will have you coming back for more. Enjoy wonderful culinary delights against the picturesque backdrop of our scenic setting. You’ll dine in a comfortable garden outdoor atmosphere or in the semi-outdoor setting of the Verandah, surrounded by our beautifully manicured garden as you take in the cool breeze and enjoy the birds chirping in the air. Our delightful and varied menu, painstakingly prepared by…

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