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I recently learned that, as a Nigerian, having your international passport stamped in many countries could somehow help when you're applying for a visa from certain European Countries.
Who else has heard of this?
Let's look at it this way: it Kind of gives the impression that you've actually been to several places and returned to your country of origin, and you're contextually trustworthy.
Simply put, it shows you've been somewhere.
Oh, this post isn't about International passports, my dear Japa Republicans!
It's about the importance of having a portfolio. Anyone can say they've done things, but not everyone has evidence to show it. It's like saying you've been to a famous place but have no pictures of you there. You could be right, but it'll be easier to believe someone with proof. You must have a portfolio to show that you're legitimate and that you've actually provided your services to someone. In cases where you just worked on mock projects, you can at least show that you sat down, planned, and executed something.
A portfolio is not restricted to only live projects.
It's also wise to make your portfolio attractive; it should basically sell itself. Let's say you're a writer. There are several platforms where you can put up your art for people to read. I'll mention one, and you could go Google the rest. TwoCents, yes, TwoCents!
Whenever people ask me for articles I've written, I basically share my public profile and let them feast on the good meals I prepared using words.
Share your portfolio. Don't keep it for yourself; come to think of it, that's strange. There's no need to hide; shine your light. Place a link to your portfolio across multiple platforms and slide into people's DMs respectfully!
By all means, have a backup of your portfolio. You could have it on Google Cloud or something else, just in case your village people have great hacking skills.
What shall it profit a man if he is highly skilled yet has no portfolio?
No be juju be that.
Cheers!
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