In the era dominated by social media, the instinct to share every exciting facet of our lives has become almost instinctual.
Whether it involves landing a coveted job, reaching a personal milestone, or savoring a unique opportunity, many individuals derive comfort from broadcasting their successes to friends and family through online platforms.
Nevertheless, a cautionary narrative has arisen from the experiences of Akorede, a Nigerian woman residing in the UK, who learned a harsh lesson about the dangers of excessive sharing.
Akorede’s saga commences with what should have been a celebratory announcement: her acquisition of a prestigious position at the renowned British luxury department store, Harrods.
In a video posted on social media, she enthusiastically shared her elation, elaborating on how this accomplishment would enhance her social standing and provide her the opportunity to collaborate with ‘the wealthiest of the wealthy.’
Little did she anticipate that this jubilant moment would transform into a sobering lesson on the repercussions of oversharing.
Days later, Akorede found herself creating another video, this time adopting a more somber tone.
She disclosed that she had been terminated from her position at Harrods within days after her orientation and before commencing her first work shift.
In an unexpected turn of events, she admitted that the initial video had been created in jest and that she had not yet commenced her employment at Harrods.
The self-assured tone of her initial video had seemingly backfired, prompting her to question who might have disseminated the compromising content to her employers.
Despite the setback, Akorede exhibited humility and maturity in her subsequent video, taking accountability for her actions.
She recognized that if she were in her employer’s position, she might have made the same decision. It became a moment of introspection for her, and she imparted valuable lessons to her audience.
“Rule number one,” she asserted, “never share good news with the internet or people. Keep it to yourself… Another lesson I learned; Be humble. Kendrick Lamar did not lie.”
Social media users promptly weighed in on Akorede’s narrative, with some expressing sympathy for her predicament, while others criticized her for unwarranted self-aggrandizement.
