Every parent desires a secure and successful future for their children. While formal education is essential, introducing children to the family’s lawful trade, profession, business, or vocation is another valuable way to prepare them for life.
Learning the basics of their parents’ work helps children develop practical skills, build confidence, appreciate the value of hard work, and become more responsible. It also equips them to support the family business where necessary or create opportunities for themselves if circumstances change unexpectedly.
Parents should ensure that such exposure is appropriate for the child’s age, does not interfere with education, and is limited to lawful and ethical activities. The aim is to build life skills and character, not to encourage child labour.
A security-conscious parent prepares children with knowledge, skills, and values that enable them to make wise decisions and resist criminal influences.
Quote: Teaching children practical life skills today equips them to face tomorrow’s challenges with confidence and integrity.
Just be good. Reflect. Stay alert.
Moruf Kolawole Yusuf (Ojogbon)
ANIPR, MISN, FCAI, FIIM, MSPSP
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