This is a new year and like play, we are almost in the middle of the first month. If you still think that there is time, you must be kidding. If you have not made plans on what you need to achieve this new year, this article is going to help a lot, it is going to act as a guide.
In this article, I’m going to be discussing about top 10 skills you need to learn this year and believe me, these skills are lucrative and in high demand. Once you grasp them, I doubt if money will ever be your issues. Without much ado, let’s delve in.
TOP 10 SKILLS YOU NEED TO LEARN THIS YEAR
1. PROGRAMMING
About a year ago, I wrote a post on how to how to become a programmer here in Nigeria and judging by the traffic and impressions, it was a great article. There are many programming languages out there, and I usually recommend starting from the simplest to the advance. Start from java, JavaScript, C++, Python and then climb higher.
Once you master this skill, you will be able to develop websites, themes, plugins, apps etc without having to sweat. A job can spill in thousands of naira into your bank account if you know how to market your skill. Imagine the potentials that lies in this skills. This is the top and it deserves this spot.
2. DIGITAL MARKETING
Not everyone knows their way around this, not even I and that is why I always pay an expert to help run social media marketing for me. This is one of the skills that you need to learn cause the demand is high. Actually, this skill isn’t rocket science. You can be an expert in a month or two provided you learn from an expert that exposes the tricks and rules.
Imagine every time you log into your favorite social handle like Facebook, Instagram, twitter and all you see are ads from different companies. They are ads placed there by expert digital marketers who have known their onions around ads. Believe me, they earn a lot in return.
3. VIDEO MAKING AND EDITING
From the look of things, it seems everyone is delving into videos than actual writings and this is a good sign for those looking to make money from videos. YouTube is grossing higher than before and the number on users keep rising. With a video making and editing skill, you can be called to edit a video and get paid for it.
You can even start your own YouTube channel and before you know it, you are already rocking on money. All you need to do is get the right tools like a computer system, camera and the right software. With a lot of video making and editing tutorials on YouTube, you will do just fine.
4. WRITING
Writers are gods because they influence how you feel, the way you behave and the things you believe to be true. Not only do you give them an emotional access, you also improve and learn from their well of wisdom. If there is one skill I would advise you to learn this year, it will be to learn how to write without making any lexical or grammar mistake. Not everyone knows how to write, but with daily load of practice, it can become a piece of cake which you can make money from. I started as a
freelance writer and I made a lot just from writing, just by doing exactly what I love.
5. PUBLIC SPEAKING
Public speaking is fun. Whenever I step on stage, I’m a different person. I’m a god! An overwhelming confidence usually overshadow me as I talk to my audience. But not everyone has this unique skill and fortunately, it can be developed. How do you develop it? By reading books on public speaking, searching the internet for tips and also, by watching some public speaking shows on YouTube, like TEDtalk.
6. PHOTOSHOP
This awesome skill is a hot cake and mostly in hot demand. There are a lot of firms that can’t do without such a creative graphic artist, there are also individuals who need their services on a daily basis. In a world where visuals and pictures are becoming the order of the day, people who make the most are definitely those who knows their way around Photoshop. The image used on this article is as a result of Photoshop, this is how important this skill is. With this skill, you can make tons of money from photo stock sites, offering tutorials etc. the opportunities are endless.
7. SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION
The internet is a growing marketplace and every day, webmasters are looking for ways to influence search results and have their businesses displayed on the first page. According to Google, there are hundreds of factors that determines the ranking of a site and believe me, if you can understand how it works, it can become a lucrative skill that can build you an empire.
8. PHOTOGRAPHY SKILL
I am a creative photographer, not for money anyway, but for the fun of it. Years ago as an employee in a photography firm, I was able to make a lot of money for my boss. I make over N50,000 daily just from snapping pictures. Now imagine what will happen if you also incorporate other mediums like selling your pictures online? Phew.. that will be serious money.
9. MUSIC
Music is so diverse and it is still a lucrative talent or gift that can make you a star. Believe it or not, more musical stars will rise before the end of the year. It is not always about the money or connection; it is first understanding what works in the music industry. This knowledge can make a lot of difference. Learn one musical instrument that you love, work on your vocals, produce a demo, promote yourself and see yourself become a star. Become a musician.
10. LEARN TO LOVE
This is the least on the list, but very important that whatever you achieve becomes meaningless if it isn’t in the picture. Love is the greatest of all, a powerful tool. A gift you must learn to have at all-time irrespective of the situation. If you have been hurt before, this is a new year to start all over again and this time, get it right.
In this article, I’m going to be discussing about top 10 skills you need to learn this year and believe me, these skills are lucrative and in high demand. Once you grasp them, I doubt if money will ever be your issues. Without much ado, let’s delve in.
TOP 10 SKILLS YOU NEED TO LEARN THIS YEAR
1. PROGRAMMING
About a year ago, I wrote a post on how to how to become a programmer here in Nigeria and judging by the traffic and impressions, it was a great article. There are many programming languages out there, and I usually recommend starting from the simplest to the advance. Start from java, JavaScript, C++, Python and then climb higher.
Once you master this skill, you will be able to develop websites, themes, plugins, apps etc without having to sweat. A job can spill in thousands of naira into your bank account if you know how to market your skill. Imagine the potentials that lies in this skills. This is the top and it deserves this spot.
2. DIGITAL MARKETING
Not everyone knows their way around this, not even I and that is why I always pay an expert to help run social media marketing for me. This is one of the skills that you need to learn cause the demand is high. Actually, this skill isn’t rocket science. You can be an expert in a month or two provided you learn from an expert that exposes the tricks and rules.
Imagine every time you log into your favorite social handle like Facebook, Instagram, twitter and all you see are ads from different companies. They are ads placed there by expert digital marketers who have known their onions around ads. Believe me, they earn a lot in return.
3. VIDEO MAKING AND EDITING
From the look of things, it seems everyone is delving into videos than actual writings and this is a good sign for those looking to make money from videos. YouTube is grossing higher than before and the number on users keep rising. With a video making and editing skill, you can be called to edit a video and get paid for it.
You can even start your own YouTube channel and before you know it, you are already rocking on money. All you need to do is get the right tools like a computer system, camera and the right software. With a lot of video making and editing tutorials on YouTube, you will do just fine.
4. WRITING
Writers are gods because they influence how you feel, the way you behave and the things you believe to be true. Not only do you give them an emotional access, you also improve and learn from their well of wisdom. If there is one skill I would advise you to learn this year, it will be to learn how to write without making any lexical or grammar mistake. Not everyone knows how to write, but with daily load of practice, it can become a piece of cake which you can make money from. I started as a
freelance writer and I made a lot just from writing, just by doing exactly what I love.
5. PUBLIC SPEAKING
Public speaking is fun. Whenever I step on stage, I’m a different person. I’m a god! An overwhelming confidence usually overshadow me as I talk to my audience. But not everyone has this unique skill and fortunately, it can be developed. How do you develop it? By reading books on public speaking, searching the internet for tips and also, by watching some public speaking shows on YouTube, like TEDtalk.
6. PHOTOSHOP
This awesome skill is a hot cake and mostly in hot demand. There are a lot of firms that can’t do without such a creative graphic artist, there are also individuals who need their services on a daily basis. In a world where visuals and pictures are becoming the order of the day, people who make the most are definitely those who knows their way around Photoshop. The image used on this article is as a result of Photoshop, this is how important this skill is. With this skill, you can make tons of money from photo stock sites, offering tutorials etc. the opportunities are endless.
7. SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION
The internet is a growing marketplace and every day, webmasters are looking for ways to influence search results and have their businesses displayed on the first page. According to Google, there are hundreds of factors that determines the ranking of a site and believe me, if you can understand how it works, it can become a lucrative skill that can build you an empire.
8. PHOTOGRAPHY SKILL
I am a creative photographer, not for money anyway, but for the fun of it. Years ago as an employee in a photography firm, I was able to make a lot of money for my boss. I make over N50,000 daily just from snapping pictures. Now imagine what will happen if you also incorporate other mediums like selling your pictures online? Phew.. that will be serious money.
9. MUSIC
Music is so diverse and it is still a lucrative talent or gift that can make you a star. Believe it or not, more musical stars will rise before the end of the year. It is not always about the money or connection; it is first understanding what works in the music industry. This knowledge can make a lot of difference. Learn one musical instrument that you love, work on your vocals, produce a demo, promote yourself and see yourself become a star. Become a musician.
10. LEARN TO LOVE
This is the least on the list, but very important that whatever you achieve becomes meaningless if it isn’t in the picture. Love is the greatest of all, a powerful tool. A gift you must learn to have at all-time irrespective of the situation. If you have been hurt before, this is a new year to start all over again and this time, get it right.
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