3 on-demand skills you can learn online

In many cases, especially in Nigeria, graduates don’t get to practice what they majored in. Really, the Nigeria factor is affecting a lot of people and you can’t afford to be one of them. So, it’s advisable that you maximize the infinite resources on the internet to learn new skills, polish old ones and become a hotcake in the labour market.

Check out some on-demand skills you can learn without being in the four walls of a school.

Languages

Many linguists admit that they are self-taught, and they got most of the knowledge of languages on the web. You can be like them, too, by checking out popular services online that give basic tutoring on languages such as; Duolingo, Live Lingua, etc. Being able to speak multiple languages is not only helpful if you live in a foreign country or are travelling, but is a positive tool when interacting with customers. Organizations seek the service of linguists; seek the opportunity and be multilingual. 

 Graphic Design

This is a very promising skill with high bargaining power. Millions of people have joined online academies like Udemy to get a hang of graphic design. Other similar courses like web design are equally promising.

Via Designrfix

Digital Marketing

Digital marketing skills are a total jackpot these days. Businesses are moving online and combining their online and offline strategies to get more customers. You have an upper hand in your business once you can master the basic digital marketing skills such as SEO, email marketing, analytics, content management, etc. A good way to start is by taking a course with Google.

Via Digitalvidya

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What other skills do you think are hot cakes? Share with us in the comment section!