A hair dresser. [photo/Standard]
Education is considered the most effective way to become successful in life, rich and respected in Kenya. This believe is cumbersome to an individuals who tried his or her best only to manage getting a D or E grades.
To start with, the D and E grades are are diminished and lowered to a similarity of not attending school. Those who pass with As, Bs and Cs are congratulated, leaving besides those who failed with Ds and Es; a reason behind the heightened hopelessness.
However, life gives chance to everyone and even those with D/E grades can lead a successful life, full of joy and happiness. These individuals can approach life optimistically and emerge wealthier unexpectedly. Here are some activities that the can engage in in order to cope with the challenges of life and end up smiling in a successful life.
1. Discover your talent.
Many people who have realized their talents become successful in life. Talents like in football, Athletics and in music are well paying. Regardless of your KCSE grade, your talent can take you to great heights materialistically.
2. Invest in agriculture.
Despite the fact that agriculture is marginalized amongst the youngsters, it's a well paying sector. With the knowledge of planting, keeping and maintaining crops, livestock and poultry, youths who scored E/D can rekindle their hope.
3. Start a business.
Most businesses are profit making and they have a potential of changing the life of the E or D scorers. Infact, it's the starting capital that is the main challenge to deal with, after which all goes smoothly.
4. Join skills' and middle level colleges.
Enrolling in some colleges will be ideal. For instance, hairdressing, deejaying and computer studies can open a job opportunity that is well paying. This kind of courses only require commitment and time full of seriousness to uphold one's skills.
5. Explore different places, Urban centers.
Move from remote areas and adventure cities and towns. This will provide room to spot many job opportunities and choose a preferable one, according to your interest.
After failing to attain the targeted grades, the E and D individuals can't rely on education anymore for a living. Instead they should approach life from a different angle as they strive to be successful in life.