By Elizabeth Benu
Several years ago, men were considered focused in life. Our fathers moved out of their parent’s houses by the time they clocked 21 or were freshly out of high school. It is sad to have to agree that this has changed and men below the age of 30 are not serious with their careers and life at general
Some would agree with this statement and others would take a different view.
Phyllis Muchemi an Accountant at a Sacco in Meru holds the opinion that this statement is true.
“I feel that they are not ready to settle down because they have many choices. They are still trying to figure out what will work for them thus the various experiments with life. Most of them are still being babied and they do not foresee themselves moving out of their family homes. In addition to all this, they have no ambition or hunger for growth,” Ms. Muchemi adds.
The accountant also adds that, “Ladies succeed more because they are go-getters who rarely get intimidated by responsibilities.” She is of the opinion that unless men get responsibilities, for example get married or get promoted to a managerial position, they can never be serious.”
Justin Onyango, a Sales Executive at a Telecommunications company says that this is an argument which does not hold water
“Why would we generalize all men? I would think this is a fruit of over empowerment of women. Men are therefore left with no option but to tag along and wait for their chance. I think lack of moral support is what makes most men not realize their full potential” Mr. Onyango expresses.
He however adds that, “The highest percentage is not serious. I think that they lack mentorship since they are out there alone with their peers as opposed to older men who would offer sound advice .”
Emma Cherotich, a 23 year old graduate, supports this from a personal experience with her brother.
“I think they have related with time and women are slowly taking over. My 30 year old brother is too comfortable at home as he waits for a job to appear out of the blue.”
She adds that, “With a CPA K he only wants a senior position such as finance manager without having to start small,” Ms. Cherotich complains.
Ms Cherotich also says that, “Living with our parents has made him shy from responsibilities. My brother always says that with responsibilities comes maturity, stability, plans and vision and he is not ready for that.”
Mohammed Juma, a business man in the Nairobi CBD says that even though every person is unique, some men are not serious.
“Many of them are messed up by things such as peer pressure, ‘I am still young’ thoughts and depending on their parents too much. Most will only think for ‘today’.
Having been a victim of this, Mr. Juma adds that he only realized he had to do something when his parents passed away and he had to take care of his siblings.
“I would recommend that men should start embracing responsibilities since no one knows the path ahead. They also need to be realistic, look for mentors and start grabbing every opportunity,” Mr. Juma advices
What do you think? Is it true that men below 30yrs are not focused with their careers or life in general?
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