In the Ghanaian community and bringing it down to the Ewes, names are specifically given for different reasons. The main reason why names among this tribe are never taken for granted is that the names normally have a direct impact on the bearers. Names are given for a reason since they reflect or have an influence on the people to whom they are given. All names have meanings they represent and Ghanaian names and specifically Ewe names are not an exception. You will be enlightened on some of these Ewe names and their various meanings. In fact, this article gives you an idea of what some Ewe names mean. Names are like organic components of the people per the people's beliefs. We believe that individuals become the name they are given and for this reason, names are chosen carefully before being given to individuals. Some of the names are just given to show the day of the week a person is born whereas some show the circumstances around a person's birth. Below are some nam...
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Most people who use mobile phones now are able to afford smartphones and for that matter use communication software of which WhatsApp is a prominent one. No matter how aware a user might be about the reason for the development of WhatsApp, there are a lot of reasons for which a person would use it, from having fun to doing serious business meetings and schedules among others.
In fact, the impact of the application in academic environments, business organizations is profound and worth applauding.
What is the reason for developing WhatsApp?
Since WhatsApp was developed in 2009, its goal still remains to make communication between parents and children, employers and employees, organizations and members very easy. For this reason, the organization continues to develop and improve upon the features to enhance user experience. Everyone who uses the software would be able to tell of the positives of this app.
As the platform allows for group formation, class groups are able to connect mates in a group where matters concerning academics are easily discussed. Text messaging on the platform coupled with emojis that help in reactions, is a great way which students to keep in touch with one another. Updates on upcoming tests or a related matter about any course of study are easily shared to keep everyone on the same page.
File sharing
Academic files like slides, documents, and even audio become easily transferred to friends for all to access. The development and advancement of communication devices made it possible to transfer files with Bluetooth but now, it has become a lot easier just on the go.
The Productive Use of WhatsApp
WhatsApp Status
This is where the fun of the app lies in that young people have turned to find relaxation and recreation from this feature. As the feature allows you to share pictures, videos, and texts for all friends to view, you must get this trick on how to use it effectively for amazing results.
For someone who wants a job, start posting the services you offer on your status and get noticed for what you can do.
Jopex is a young guy who loves art and with his passion creates a lot of portrait drawings, paintings, customized watches and a lot more. on his WhatsApp status, some of these works are posted and at times the viewers eventually get to become clients for his services.
Check out this painting by this entrepreneur who uses status to promote his business in art
Having a clear vision of what one does every day is key in making sure that a person does not waste his time and resources on the platform. One person's use of the platform might be for business purposes and so for him, every message or chat is counted as important. The more groups a user joins on the platform, storage is been used up and it can be some way without a clear understanding of why you use the app.
Productivity as they say is the output per time and this is achieved where vision is hoisted.
4 General uses of WhatsApp
Communication (Can be in texts, audio or video)
Right from the inception to the creation, the goal was to make communication simple and easy. The chats feature which can be considered one of the basic components of the software allow for text messaging on the go which is transmitted very fast in addition to audio which can be recorded. Voice and video call are other features used for communication on the platform. Teenagers especially love to make video calls using the platform for its convenience and easy accessibility.
Sharing files online
The file sharing capacity of the application has been increased to 2GB which means a lot to those who love to share documents, pictures and the like to friends and business partners. Once you have purchased your internet bundle, nothing stands in the way to prevent file sharing online on the platform.
Sharing information using the status feature
Whether you just want to show off your nice hair cut and the like for friends to appreciate as people will normally do, the status feature has made it recreational and fun to many.
Receiving information
Get updates from friends and interact without limitation.
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