Failure is part of Success - Peter Debrah encourages resilience among Students
Peter Debrah encouraged resilience among students during the "Fire for Future" SHS edition conference in the Ashanti Region. Peter Debrah told participants that "Failure is not the opposite of success; it is part of success."
The "Fire for Future" event was organised by Pedlo Energy and Draema Services in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service (Guidance and Counselling Unit - Ashanti). The conference brought together Senior High School students and professionals from various fields. Peter Debrah cautioned students against limiting their ambitions to academic success alone, encouraging them to identify real-life challenges they can address within their communities. He stated, "You will not feel like studying every day. You will not feel like waking up early. But discipline says, 'I will do it anyway.'" He also advised, "Don't just learn for exams, learn for life," and "Talent will open doors, but character will keep you there." Other speakers at the conference included Ing. Twerenyame Acquah and Pharm. Modupe D'Almeida, who shared insights from their professional experiences.
Participants expressed optimism after the event, stating that the messages delivered had motivated them to take their education and personal development more seriously. The "Fire for Future" conference forms part of efforts to equip young people with guidance, mentorship, and practical knowledge to prepare them for future careers and leadership roles.
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Ing. Dr Peter Debrah, CEO of Pedlo Energy, addressed students at the "Fire for Future" conference in the Ashanti Region- urging them to focus on purpose and personal development. The conference aimed to equip young people; what guidance will they receive?
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