Unemployment is continually on the raise in country across
the world, and here in Nigeria people see no hopes of the
conditions changing for the better, rather it is believed to only
get worst. The reasons and causes of unemployment is a
topic for another day as I am sure we are all more concerned
with how we can save ourselves from the frustrating
situations rather than the causes which are to a large extend
obvious. (am sure you can think of 3 reasons already)
So how can we save ourselves from this epidemics and make
sure our children don't fall victims?
I have arrange a five steps process that if followed while
bringing up your child can guarantee his success in life,
weather the economy and job creation improves or not.
STEP 1: Instill the proper morals in your child
Studies have shown that children accept with deep
attachments and sentiments the things he/she learns between
the ages of 1-12years. They hold strongly to the words and
actions of their parents/guardians, it is at this stage that you
sow the seeds that will grow. Make sure you give the best you
can in morals to your child at this stage.
STEP 2: Train your child to be focus, decisive and independent
Those 3 factors builds a responsible successful individual.
Helping them to be focus means little or no abandoned
projects and goals, they become go-getters and achievers but
be very careful with limits, a child has to also learn to know
when to stop; your job as a parent is to guide and support.
STEP 3: Give your child the freedom to choose
This is so so so important for not just success, but
happiness. Unfortunately, it is also a major cause of the
unemployment problem and a popular routine for parent. A
man with 3 kids already has their future vocation spelled out
for them, one doctor, one lawyer and one engineer. Wake up
sir, that is your dream but may not necessarily be the dream
of the child. A child with love to be an artist but forced to be
a doctor may not go far in the career even if he succeeds, he/
she will definitely not be contempt or happy, and you may
have deprived the world of its greatest artist. Allow the child
limited freedom of choice and trust in the morals you have
taught him to make the right decisions.
STEP 4: Make sure your child acquires a skill
After secondary (High) school, one of the best gifts you can
give you child is a skill. enroll him/her to learn a skill of both
your choosing (study him/her and find things he may good at
and love, offer him some options but its important you let the
child decide on one). Now am not talking about basic
computer knowledge, that is a basic in our today's world, am
talking of handy skill like tailoring, catering, hairdressing,
graphics etc. even a business school education is not a bad
choice. This skill can be vital fall-back if after schooling, there
are no available jobs. At least the child will not be entire
jobless and dependent. The same skill can even prove useful
during school, but you must make the learning process be
about knowledge and not money.
STEP 5: Explore the idea of a family venture
Nothing beats owing your own business, no matter the size
and your child can actually have something to fall to when
unemployed. when on holidays encourage them to help, this
builds their knowledge and interest in the business.
That is, and I do hope it is helpful. If you have other
suggestions, questions or comment please feel free to
comment below. BEST OF LUCK.

AdrianPastol
www.git9ja.com

Thanks a million. I have always thought abt this severally. Sometimes it appears I am the only one who thinks in this direction! Guess what? My wife does not seem to gbadu the idea oooo. But by God's grace I shall convince her and God willing, my children would pick up the traits and skills and better their lot in d future.