FANE4Naija:

Boss! Nice one. But engineering is the highest paying job in US, Canada and most of Europe.

killercute16:
Why not Engineering?

lonelydora:


Personal reason. I am an engineer though.

einsteino:


You make it sound as though only successful people have a passion, there are tons of unsuccessful businessman, musicians, writers, programmers e.t.c who really had passion but just didn't succeed. I know some of my peers who are really passionate about their dreams and gave up a whole lot but are still no where, they may succeed and may not. Many folks like to tell the stories of the few who succeed, deliberately leaving out the multitude who didn't. This is the real world, it is a game of chance when it comes to certain things. some people rather take the less risky path that has a certain end. if there is anything about life, somethings can not be undone.

all am saying is, passion shouldn't be the only thing that guides your ambition. it is alright to go with your passion but make sure you are fully aware of the risks and probability of failure(not talking about grades, talking abt succeeding in life), if you still want it, have a backup plan that has a backup plan.

gamaliel121:



Nice write up bro....but in a country like nigeria were a lot of professions are not taking seriously. Do you think any parent would want their child to go into that profession?..most parents want their children to do certain courses because they know it's the surest way to earn money and be comfortable... I don't totally blame the parents for this issue.. Thanks!

Laitesmart:
Whether educated or not... This post or thread is directed to all parents and even the intending parents can learn one or two things from this while those who were victims may also share theire experiences.
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I was in SS1 to introduce the newly promoted students to Physics as a subject... I felt there is the need for me to ask them why they chose the science department even when some of them know how demanding the department could be... I was taken aback with some of the response i got from some of the students. A female told me categorically that her passion is to become a writer in the nearest future as she love reading poems and Novel but her mother was against it. I asked her what was on her mother's mind when she said no and she told me that her mum told her emphatically that there is no Nurse in the family and as such she has to be a nurse to fulfil her mum's wish... I was left dumbfounded as the girl has no other option but to obey her 'dear mum'.
As if it wasnt enough, another told me he loves designing but his dad want him to be a Pilot and he doesnt have any option.

The matter above is somehow sensitive as even the so called educated fellows make the mistake of 'departmentalising' their kids if that Word exist in the english context.

The scenario reminded me of the movie 3 idiots that i watched back then and i had to prescribe it to the students to go watch with their parents...

Imagine what disastrous effect it would have had on their careers if MOHAMMAD ALI's father had forced him to be a musician and MICHEAL JACKSON's father had forced him to be a boxer...

I Shared my impression with a friend and he stated point blankly that this is one of the many reasons why our educational sector keeps falling beyond expectation... It isnt about what they want, rather, it is about what we the parents want.

Parents have totally forgotten that they are suppose to CHOOSE WITH their Children and Not CHOOSE FOR them when it comes to their careers...

We might be vastly experienced but we still need to respect the passion of our children...

Let the children know that they need to follow excellence and success will chase them pants down as stated by Ranchoddas Chalmadas Chanchad...

I have spoken...

Boss13:
People who have no knowledge about things, wake up, don't brush their teeth and start writing. Children do not really know what they want even Adults. It is a difficult thing. Only matured minds can actually sit down and determine what they truly want. It is important for Parents to guide their children on the path they should choose. Now what I would critique is the approach parents indulge. Some use force, mere folklores or insultive words. On the other hand, Children in their ignorant nature can choose some ridiculous fields probably being influenced by the media or friends.

I read something from Ngozi Okonjo Iweala. She said her dad always gives her economic books to read and made it exciting for her. Thus, her interest in economics grew. I also had a female friend, whose dad, in his effort to encourage his kids to enjoy maths, made it exciting by using word plays and games whilst promising them cash gifts if they could solve puzzles. All her sisters including herself are Engineers.

Parents can guide their children and assist them with making a good decision with career choices. It is not just by telling them, it is important to show and guide them. Draw their attention to role models, important people and I don't mean wizkid et al.

Laitesmart:
Let the children know that they need to follow excellence and success will chase them pants down as stated by Ranchoddas Chalmadas Chanchad...


You've spoken well bro but Ranchoddas chalmadas chanchad is the man that bought degree with impersonation while mr phunsku wangdu was the man that has passion for education


I have spoken...

menix:


With this crap u have written, no child will ever want to follow ur footstep talkless follow ur career instructions..

Mrcdorv:
You that dont understand yourself how would you understand simple typo error and how your children would understand you?Let me know when you ga an [color=#990000][/color]understand ok......

peace.

menix:


Ur case scares the devil...

Mrcdorv:
You must be the devil then.......Can you now understand yourself......you taken paracetamol for another man`s headache.

free2ryhme:
Many parents wants their kids to be professionals to sustain their future you wont blame them considering the current financial and economic challenges.

taiwolusol:


Confam

shut:


Your dad wasn't wrong,I guess the pastor that did that deliverance wasn't strong enough.
I recommend you try another deliverance

I like your weird crazy personality tho (

which other deliverance would you recommend for me? My dad had me take a 3-day all night special deliverance program at Mountain of Fire.

Thanks ma'am. I'm happy you think highly of my online personae.

Laitesmart:
Whether educated or not... This post or thread is directed to all parents and even the intending parents can learn one or two things from this while those who were victims may also share theire experiences.
.
I was in SS1 to introduce the newly promoted students to Physics as a subject... I felt there is the need for me to ask them why they chose the science department even when some of them know how demanding the department could be... I was taken aback with some of the response i got from some of the students. A female told me categorically that her passion is to become a writer in the nearest future as she love reading poems and Novel but her mother was against it. I asked her what was on her mother's mind when she said no and she told me that her mum told her emphatically that there is no Nurse in the family and as such she has to be a nurse to fulfil her mum's wish... I was left dumbfounded as the girl has no other option but to obey her 'dear mum'.
As if it wasnt enough, another told me he loves designing but his dad want him to be a Pilot and he doesnt have any option.

The matter above is somehow sensitive as even the so called educated fellows make the mistake of 'departmentalising' their kids if that Word exist in the english context.

The scenario reminded me of the movie 3 idiots that i watched back then and i had to prescribe it to the students to go watch with their parents...

Imagine what disastrous effect it would have had on their careers if MOHAMMAD ALI's father had forced him to be a musician and MICHEAL JACKSON's father had forced him to be a boxer...

I Shared my impression with a friend and he stated point blankly that this is one of the many reasons why our educational sector keeps falling beyond expectation... It isnt about what they want, rather, it is about what we the parents want.

Parents have totally forgotten that they are suppose to CHOOSE WITH their Children and Not CHOOSE FOR them when it comes to their careers...

We might be vastly experienced but we still need to respect the passion of our children...

Let the children know that they need to follow excellence and success will chase them pants down as stated by Ranchoddas Chalmadas Chanchad...

I have spoken...

montezz:

Lol...can't u b serious 4 once? Truckdriver ko Danfo driver ni!

mikolo80:
what are you talking me i wanted to be a police man

montezz:

And now u r I trust ur parents wud v kicked agnst it. 4ni u!

mikolo80:
nope
popsi warned me never to repeat such in public again
now i am ....well i used to be jobless after failing at what he wanted for me
but getting it back together again
in fact i'm taking security guard license now
not police i know but
all nasecurity(maiguard) work
na packaging different

menix:


Just scared at your literacy level nd what your offspring IQ will be..

montezz:

Na so o my broda. Dream na dream even if na 2b washman. I wish u ol d protectn agnst dm rifles.

NasNation:

Thnk u for quoting frm d movie(3 idiots).its d best pick up line 4 diz thread...nice one!