If you’re waiting for your uncle to retire so you can take his job, my friend, you’ll wait forever. There’s something I’ve realized about Kenya today. Walk into any government office and you’ll find people in their 30s, 45s, 50s, even 60s still holding those jobs tightly. And you wonder, “What are they still doing there?” Simple. They have loans to pay, mortgages weighing them down, and children depending on them. Their financial situation is not as rosy as you think. So why would they retire? Where will they get money from if they leave? Look at most government institutions. It’s rare to find young people working there. Why? Because many of those who are employed have nothing else besides that job. If they leave, they have no other source of income. So they hold on to those positions for dear life. So stop waiting for your uncle to retire so you can take over his job. You’ll wait forever. You’ll even have your own kids while your uncle is still signing in at work every morning. Here’s the thing—if you want to secure your future, align yourself with digital skills. ✅ Learn social media management. ✅ Learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT, Notion, and Descript. ✅ Master web design, development, and UI/UX design. Position yourself in today’s digital economy. The most valuable thing you can do right now is invest in learning digital skills. While someone else is waiting for the end of the month for their paycheck, you’ll be cashing in from multiple clients. Stop waiting for your uncle’s retirement letter. Your time is now.