Dennis Itumbi shared an inspiring post on his Facebook page, revealing the struggles of top-rated TV anchors James Smart, Mark Masai, and Hussein Mohammed as they worked their way up in their careers.
Itumbi emphasized that success in life is not instantaneous, citing Proverbs 6:10-11, which warns against laziness and complacency. He noted that while technology has made many things instantly available, success still requires hard work, innovation, and aggressiveness.
Itumbi shared the story of a young woman who wanted to become a TV anchor but was declined internships by media houses. He advised her to consider alternative paths, such as working as a TV reporter or interning in a communication office, customer service, or PR agency.
Itumbi drew from his own experiences, including his first internship at the Anglican Church Diocese of Embu as a telephone exchange officer. He also shared the stories of other successful individuals, including former President Kibaki, who was once a tout and lecturer, and President Uhuru, who was a bank teller.
Itumbi encouraged young people not to give up on their dreams, even if the path to achieving them is not straightforward. He suggested creating their own opportunities, such as starting a YouTube channel or newsletter, to gain experience and build their skills.
The recovered account cited reporting by E! News,Nation.
