The Local Guides program has had a significant impact on my life since I got involved some two years ago. To me, being a Local Guide confirms that truly technology has added positively to our lives and will continually do. Through my involvement in the program, I’ve come to realize the fact that anything is truly possible if you put your mind into it. I started off having stumbled on the program while searching for offerings from Google and being a die-hard fan of research and development, i spent quality time to learn more about the program and with great optimism i joined believing strongly that i can help people find great local restuarants, hotels, resorts and weekend getaway places.
so google has helped me learn more about things not just finding places, other offerings from Google have made me a better person which has made conclude that though school is a great thing, we should be sterotyped.
I’ve been a part of global programs like the Andela/Google Africa Certification Scholarship program before where I’ve learned so much about programming and web apps develpoment. Looking for other offerings from Google I stumbled on the Local Guides program where i have learnt more about diverse cultures and places.
Since I’ve only ever traveled domestically (Nigeria), I believe i can learn more from others remotely and locally via meetups!
I love how being a Local Guide allows me to help others find great local restuarants, hotels, resorts and weekend getaway places. Also I’ve been able to help small and mid-size businesses by adding or reviewing their business on Google map, and I’m able to help their potential customers by leaving reviews to help guide their decisions. One of my most helpful reviews is for Technology giants Andela amongst others and it’s intriguing that it’s been so helpful.
I look forward to working with other local guides globally, to learn more about other cultures, places, foods, drinks etc