A LONG YEAR CLOSES ITS CURTAINS
Who told you it’s too late to Lock in?
I know I started calling you all ECXers last month, until we get a name. However, permission to start by saying Hello… wait for it…
Or are you…
Anyone you currently are, I understand and the excitement with which I write to you is no less than the other days. We have come so far together this year, and if anything, my heart feels the warmest in this letter. Can you believe this is the last time you’ll be hearing from us this year? Time flies like a thief in the night, and it sure feels like we’ve been on this year 2024’s fast train for a night.
It was just like yesterday when we were all setting goals for the new year! Renewed career goals, having an open mind to new paths in life, and maybe building a skill; all were in the to-do list for the new year. Even though some of us knew we wouldn’t follow strictly, it was nice to have them written down. I mean, kudos to us for having goals to chase after. If Tom never chased Jerry, our childhoods might have been boring. Similarly, if we never had goals to chase, then what would’ve been the fun of the year?
Happenings at ECX
For some of us, a year nearing its end doesn’t mean the death of pending goals. It’s probably a good reminder that every opportunity can be maximised.
I am excited to announce that the training session for ECX 5.0 is in motion! I can also boldly tell you that a lot of us believe in that last-minute locking-in, due to the hundreds of applications we got for this training. While the exact figure of the applicants remains my little secret, we can’t wait to grow a new generation of talents in this edition.
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In Others News
Airdrop farmers have emerged, and people now attempt to tap their way into a fortune, literally! Sometime this year, almost everyone was aggressively hitting their screen as fast as their fingers could go. If you were one of them, then I hope you received more than “premium dust.” If you’re not one of the tappers, I’m convinced peer pressure has absolutely nothing on you.
Bitcoin has reached new heights, thanks to the US President-elect. This is inside-UNILAG gist, but many people likened Kamala Harris to our dear vice chancellor at the University of Lagos. They are both women driven by their goals and passion, and eager to bring a change to the community they serve. That quickly brings us to the online classes UNILAG students have been… subjected to. Yes, we miss the campus life and vibe, and I’m sure we all can’t wait to grace that school again!
Hack the Tech Life
For the past 4 years, ECX has built a community of amazing people in tech. But we're not stopping at tech skills, we're here to help you thrive in every aspect of your journey.
And so, it got me thinking: how many techies have formed great connections through ECX? How many ECXers leave their training with the confidence to step into a room full of strangers and turn them into collaborators, mentors, or friends?
Here’s a quick networking hack: Don’t just connect —engage. Follow up after meeting someone, share ideas, or even collaborate on projects. It’s not about the numbers; it’s about the depth of your connections. You’re welcome.
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Harmattan is almost here, bringing the familiar winds, festive cheer, and the spirit of Christmas. As we take our final bow for the year, it’s only fitting to wish you, if you celebrate, a Merry Christmas in advance! To all our readers, a Happy New Year ahead! Here’s to setting new goals and crushing milestones in 2025.
I can’t wait to write to you again next year and hear about your new goals and aspirations.
Till 2025, dear ECXers.
💙💛❤️