10 Things You Should Know If You Are Employed

 Work Series: +throughMylens / Consult. Bits and Pieces. 

1. You can be fired or incapacitated due to illness or injury.

2. Your contract can come to an end, and there's no guarantee for renewal.

3. Deliberate transfers can mean more than meets the eye.

4. Differentiate between friends, co-workers / colleagues, and acquaintances at the workplace.

5. No one is indispensable. Plan and prepare for how you will quit. 

6. You're working towards achieving someone's vision. What's yours?

7. An organization or company can go bankrupt or become irrelevant. 

8. It isn't your employer's responsibility to advise you about how you use your salary.

9. Create and provide value, or else the next meeting will be about how to get you out.

10. Never ditch your dream just because you're employed.

What else can you add to my top 10? 

I'm always available to share more with your team. My insights are based on my life journey, which I would like to share so that we can start the conversation about work that is rarely discussed in many places.

The Widening Gap 

Our school system prepares the learners for employment, and less on how we can also focus on self-employment and how we can actualize our vision. 

What else can you add to my top 10? 

I'm always available to share more with your team. My insights are based on my life journey which I would like to share so that we can start the conversation about work that is rarely discussed in many places. Our school system prepares for employment and else on self employment and how we can actualize our vision. 

#POV The Change Maker. 

Many fail because they begin by searching for money instead of identifying a problem they would love to solve and are enthusiastic about. If you're more motivated to solve problems, you can accomplish more, in my opinion, even with fewer resources.

Do More / Be More / Be Different.

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10 Lessons I've Learned As a Freelancer

 Life Series...

+throughMylens
Work Series  - World of Work. #SelfMade

"Being jobless can be tough but it isn't a curse; rather, it's a challenge in life that can be overcome with preparation, unrelenting effort in the right direction, right attitude and focus."  - Wilson Masaka, social entrepreneur and youth advocate

10 Lessons I've Learned;

1. Be willing to try things that might not be in your area of interest but could still be profitable.
2. Never stray from the routine that has helped you succeed. For instance, if you have more time on your hands, don't oversleep.
3. Develop a strategy and keep track of each step.
4. Keep in mind to live within your means.
5. Do what you love and love what you do.
6. Aid others to succeed
7. Seek assistance
8. Establish a daily routine of learning something new.
9. Join a new network that offers a venue for learning.
10. Develop your personal brand.

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Invite me for a Skill Up Master Session with your youth groups to learn more.

Do More, Be More and Be Different.
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Wilson Masaka, Biography.

Wilson Masaka, based in Nairobi Kenya, is currently a Youth Instructor at

Self Employed, bringing experience from previous roles at, CARE Kenya, MIATV, Kilimanjaro Film Institute, NairoBits Trust just to name but a few. Wilson Masaka holds a 2013 - 2013 Post Graduate Certificate in Social Innovation

Management in Social Innovation Management @ Amani Institute. With a robust skill set that includes

Photography, Web Design, Graphic Design, Team Leadership, Training Delivery and more, Wilson Masaka contributes

valuable insights to the industry through youth training and mentorship program.

Current Occupation

> Youth Instructor @ Self Employed

> Founder and Team Leader @ Wilsen Initiative (Wi)

Previous Position

> Community Mobilizer @ CARE INTERNATIONAL KENYA.

> Web and Social Media Strategist @ MIATV

> Training Coordinator Web developer and Senior Trainer @ NairoBits Trust

> Hub Manager - Moving Tanzania @ Kilimanjaro Film Institute

Others

> Sport fellow @ Dekeyser and Friends (D&F) academy, Germany

> Volunteer @ Mathare Youth Sports Association.

> 1997,98 and 99 represented Kenya in the prestigious international youth football

tournament with Mathare Youth Sports Association as a footballer.

Work Experience

Plan International Kenya, Hope Raisers, Maji Mazuri, MYSA, CMETrust, Paamoja Initiative, Generation Shapers, CARE Kenya, Kilimanjaro Film Institute, and NairoBits are just a few of the organizations where I have provided facilitation and training services under youth programs.

I'm currently available for either short or long term engagement with like-minded organizations and companies.

The New 'error' #DigitalEra #POV

#JitumeItajipa

The Hook ' Social Media' 

~  If you want young people to become even poorer keep posting what makes them excited on social media and hide the secret towards creating wealth in a book.

Run Your Own Race. Self Made Series Bits and Pieces +throughMylens 

~ If you didn't try yesterday, then today is better than tomorrow.

~ The only constant factor in succeeding is about trying.

~ There those who never tried and failed.

~ There those who tried and failed and gave up.

~ There those who tried and excelled from the first attempt.

~ There those who tried and failed several times but never gave up untill they succeeded. 

World Of Work Series 

Looking forward to the next challenge and opportunity to make progressive impact in the society within the youth space.

Read More >> Online presence

More about me;

~ Blog: www.wilsenx.blogspot.com

~ Linkedin: https://ke.linkedin.com/pub/wilson-masaka/9/943/4b3

~ www.behance.net/Wilsenx

Do More / Be More Be / Be Different

Skill Up Master Session - Mathare United Women's Football Team

 #SheCan #IaMaShero #SheLead #BeyondSports #BeyondFootball #FootballForHope

The Mathare United women's squad participated in a Skill Up Master Session I conducted at MYSA Headquarters on Tuesday, April 9, as part of their initiative to empower and mentor young women off the field. Currently competing in the Women's National Super League.

The Wilsen Initiative (Wi) and +throughMylens / consult are advocating for improved conditions for young people participating in sports. A portion of this advocacy involves mentoring and training young people, particularly in areas that will help them develop new skills, close the information gap, make educated decisions, and build careers in and out of sports, to name a few. 

Football hasn't been fully utilized in Kenya to benefit everyone in long-term terms, generally speaking. Players need to be aware of a number of unfinished business matters in order to launch a successful professional career.

'The Dark Tunnel In Football' In my research I found that;

1. A lot of football players are unaware of the requirements for pursuing a professional career in the sport.

2. The majority of teams simply place a high value on their collective success on the field, paying little regard to the well-being and personal growth of their players off the field. 

3. There are significant gaps in the way social media and the internet as a whole are used. 

4. A large number of players lack football profiles. 

5. There is a lack of experience sharing.

6. Many young people play football not because it is a lucrative sport, but rather because they are passionate about the game, have nothing else to do with their time, or harbor dreams of becoming celebrities one day. 

Notes:- Mathare United Women's Team Session the following areas were our focus: 

General Topic Area; Leadership, Personal Branding and Social Media 

- #SelfMade Who AM I ? - I AM ?

      - Dream

      - Passion 

      - Vision 

      - Write a short bio, about yourself. (One Paragraph).

- Vision  Mapping; Now(Present) ! How (What you need to do) wow! (Future)

- LEADERSHIP -

  + Leading Self.

  + Leading Others.

  + Knowing Self.

  + Knowing Others.

- Football Life Cycle In Kenya (Discussion and Point Of View).

- How to utilise the social media and its impact. 

- Finding and Be found.

- Johari's window.

Book A Skill Up Master Session Today.

This April school break, I'm excited to attend the next meeting of any youth group in Nairobi to learn and share experiences. #TheWiEffect #WiExperience

Do More / Be More / Be Different

Skill Up Master Session, Capacity Building Training at MYSA Kenya.

I had the honor of meeting with and training the sports zonal coordinators of the Mathare Youth Sports Association (MYSA) on April 3rd at their Komarock offices. 

The primary goal of the workshop was to exchange experiences and provide training in effective and efficient methods of engaging the community and developing a leadership style that will guarantee all community-level operations are carried out in accordance with MYSA best practices and values..

Summary;

+ Build capacity of the team in terms of leadership, personal development and team work.

+ inculcate a culture of good ambassadorship, positive role models and problem solvers.

Highlights;

It is not possible to carry out the same actions as in the past and anticipate a different outcome. Our teams require better tools and training to perform better, particularly when addressing situations that are both known and unknown. The team within an organization is its most significant asset.

I appreciate MYSA for giving me the chance to learn, to share my experiences, and to instruct their team on leadership and personal development best practices.

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In season!

Every session is run using a participatory approach that includes a presentation, group discussion, individual feedback, and a facilitator's perspective. The ASK paradigm (Attitude, Skills, and Knowledge) helps us accomplish our aim.

Book a session today! 

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Life Series  Bits and Pieces +throughMylens / Consult

The Easter Holiday Basket 🧺 Play Safe With Dignity Football Shoes Campaign.

 Thanks For the Support. 

The Easter Holiday Basket 🧺 Play Safe With Dignity Football Shoes Campaign.

We conduct a number of calls for assistance each year during school breaks and special occasions like the Easter holiday.  One of our goal for the Easter holiday was to provide a pair of football shoes to at least 10 children. Thanks to our continuous campaign, we were able to provide shoes to 15 children, and we are really grateful to our founder and everyone who helped make this possible. 

Quote Founder 360°

"Although I am aware that this pair of shoes won't endure forever, I have no doubt that it will instill optimism, self-assurance, and wonderful memories in the future. Most children run the risk of playing barefoot because of the high cost of living and their parents' lack of focus in helping them develop their talents. I hope and believe that our act of kindness will encourage parents and guardians to support their kids to play responsibly, safe and with dignity. 

We'll keep mobilizing support wherever we can and promoting sports and education as excellent means of creating new opportunities." - Wilson Masaka, founder & team leader Wilsen initiative (Wi).

Featured Quote 

"You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you." - John Bunyan

Our goal is to assist junior teams in Mathare North aged 10 to 15 in developing their talents, skills (both on and off the field), gaining experience, and acquire football gears.

Without our friends, family, and well-wishers' support, none of this would be possible. Anytime is a good time to donate to the football shoes campaign, which is still running. 

End of Term One 

Last but not least, as term one comes to a conclusion this week, schools will be closed for almost a month.  We would also like to host a football competition for both boys and girls, should we obtain the necessary support.

Otherwise, we genuinely value our founders, families, friends, and well-wishers' unwavering support.

Related from the past calls; 

https://wilsenx.blogspot.com/2023/06/football-shoe-campaign-play-safe-with.html?m=1

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Open Letter To All Ex-Kenyan Footballers.

Even while we still need to grow and continue learning in order to be at our best in creating elite coaches for both domestic and international markets, as a country one of our least problematic areas in the football landscape is the coaching staff. 

Conversely, my inquiry is this: Is coaching the sole profession available to football players once they retire? Most, if not all, of them would say that coaching is the role they would most like to play in the football scene after retirement.   

I believe that there is a significant need in Kenyan football leadership, management, marketing, and administration, and that former players may help to fill it. They might also choose other fields like health and fitness instruction, sports journalism, sports commentary, officiating etc.

If we want to create a thriving football ecosystem, I believe now is the ideal time for the federation and all the stakeholders to prioritize training and mentorship other than coaching.

We must delve further and discover why most former footballers in Kenya want to take on the role of coach rather than CEO, president, director, or team management at their club or federation.

It's possible that some people have other career goals, but their silence is alarming and deafening, practically erasing hope for the game and the next generation, particularly in management, leadership, and administration.  

When it comes to life after football, another thing to think about could be what the federation and other football stakeholders are promoting. Aside from coaching football, there is a vast amount of information and career option in the game that players need be aware of regarding roles, responsibilities, career growth etc.

The lack of mentorship for upcoming leaders, CEOs, team managers, presidents, and other key figures forces many people who haven't experienced the "dark tunnel" of the game to assume the lead in practically all managerial and administrative tasks.

As evidenced with athletes, I think ex-players have a higher chance of steering our game in the right direction provided they receive the proper training and certification, but it doesn't mean they would be the greatest people to take charge of managerial and administrative matters. 

I want to call on all former players to speak up at the next football elections in Kenya and express their opinions.

A lie that will never come true is standing on the fence and hoping for better circumstances. Remember, even if you choose not to run for office, you can still make an impact and improve things with just one voice.

To all former football players: united we stand, divided we fall. Recall that many talents will be wasted as a result of your inactions as a generation that chose to normalize everything, even in situations where their presence, counsel, and voice were most needed.

May God bless football in Kenya. Wilson Masaka +throughMylens, Youth Advocate and Grassroots Football Champion.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT - Youth Mentorship

The Day > One Day #SelfMade Bits and Pieces 🧩🧩

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT #YouthMentorship #LifeSeries +throughMylens/Consult

Ever Wondered What You Would Do If You Knew What You Know Now? 🤔

Experience is said to be the finest teacher, and this is unquestionably true. I began to keep a close eye on my journey in 2009 and began blogging part of it at Bits and Pieces www.wilsenx.blogspot.com

Even though the majority of public sharing is focused on pleasant moments, goals, and successes, there are other things that people are more unaware of, particularly the disappointments, uncertainty, health, sacrifices, failures, etc. I realized that my past mistakes, failures, and lost opportunities just to mention  but a few, have shaped who I am today just as much as my successes.

#SkillUp Self Made Series
@Wilsen Initiative (Wi) #Philosophy

Based on my personal experiences, I founded the Self Made Series, a mentorship program that encourages us to share our stories in order to leave a lasting legacy for future generations to learn from. However, it's even more crucial that we take the necessary steps to alter various aspects of our lives going forward.

Featured Personal Quotes

~ "Regularity fosters confidence, and being receptive to new things fosters a strong desire to learn new things." - Wilson Masaka, Youth Advocate and Social Entrepreneur

~ "Instead of concentrating too much on what other people are doing, take advantage of the numerous things you may discover about yourself that no one else can comprehend. " - Wilson Masaka, Youth Advocate and Social Entrepreneur

~ "There are people who will improve you and those who will make you feel happy, and the opposite is also true." -  Wilson Masaka, Youth Advocate and Social Entrepreneur

~ "Instead of wasting too much time regretting the miss, keep your focus and hit the start or restart button." - Wilson Masaka, Youth Advocate and Social Entrepreneur.

~ "Don't live someone else's lifestyle if you want to be able to fulfill your own dreams." - Wilson Masaka, Youth Advocate and Social Entrepreneur

~ "The more I learn, the more I understand how little I know, which is why I commit to a lifetime of learning." - Wilson Masaka, Youth Advocate and Social Entrepreneur

8 Points - Be You, Do You +throughMylens

1. Keep It Simple ans Specific (KISS).
2. Live within your means.
3. Compete with YOUrself.
4. Shield your mind from negative.
5. Celebrate small wins in style.
6.  Press start or restart (HOW - NOW - WOW effect).
7. Self Talk (Self Dialogue).
8. The language of money (Bills & Pills).

Book a Master Class Session

Make plans for your youth group to attend a master class session where I will be sharing more content geared toward personal growth.

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