Many youths in Machakos, usually picture themselves landing posh jobs a few months after graduating from college or university.
They will therefore snob any company or organization offering them volunteer positions.
After one or two years of tarmacking, the reality will then hit them hard and they will regret having turned down many volunteer jobs.
By then, their colleagues, who had accepted the volunteer jobs, would have been permanently absorbed by the company.
Many youths usually loath volunteer jobs because at the end of the month their pockets remain as dry as the start of the month.
What many do not know is that volunteering is the first step in landing a job.
If the head of the organization is impressed by the volunteer's work and conduct, he or she will always consider absorbing the volunteer, for fears of losing him or her.
Volunteering also enriches a person's curriculum vitae. Volunteering also gives one a chance to meet other potential employers. It also keeps one busy.