A Nigerian lady, Gladys Adija Markus, has taken to social media to share her journey of achieving her first million naira in June 2024 from selling tomatoes.
The young lady took to Facebook to express her gratitude for God’s grace and reflect on her journey.
She recounted facing ridicule and skepticism from various quarters when she first ventured into the tomato business.
Initially viewed as an unconventional path for a university graduate, Gladys recalled how even her own parents doubted her choice, urging her repeatedly to pursue traditional employment by preparing a CV.
Despite the discouragement and societal stigma associated with her business, Gladys revealed that her determination not to heed naysayers has finally paid off.
In her words;
“…The same business people tried to shame me when I started as a youth corper in 2020.
“The same business that made allot of people to look down on me.
“The same business my parents felt was way beneath their daughter when I started. I cannot count the number of times they have tried to make me write a CV.
“The same business I was told was not meant for graduates. Ndi, how can you spend five years in the university only to end up selling tomato in the market.”
The lady went on to reveal that her tomato business has now made her an employer of labor.
“Today, I am glad to say that I will choose this business over any white collar job.
“Today I am glad I did not listen to anyone who tried to belittle or discourage me.
“Today this same business has grown to employ staff who are paid very well,” she added.
Netizens Reactions…
Nidi Clifford said: “Congratulations! And Tank you for not despising the days of little beginning and staying through to your dreams and vision against all odds!!”
Lajen Organizations Zambia said: “Çongratulations sister for the good job continue working so hard you are a good example to all the women in Africa may the Good LORD continue to bless the works of your ✋ stay blessed and safe.”
Kingatoz said: “Hard work pays in all reminification, keep on being on right tracks.”
Adedoyin Oluwakemi said: “Congratulations to you God will continue to shame anyone who take advantage of people position to treat them bad ,They have forgotten their is dignity in Labour.”
Chiemerie Winifred Austin said: “You encouraged me the most. I had started my little business regardless of what people say to me.”
Akende Daniel said: “The renewed hope has renewed your account where as it’s crippling other’s accounts. “Congratulations. “Indeed another person’s food is another’s poison.”
Christine Vidal-Wachuku said: “May God open the eyes of many to understand that education and jobs are not the only paths to financial independence Let me stop here first.”
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