“Keep Winning Brother”: Petrol Attendant Juggled Studies, Work and Home Creation, SA Inspired
- A petrol attendant and content creator shared a glimpse of his well-kept one-room flat, showcasing his balance of work, study, and creativity
- The man showed his dedication to making small improvements to his living space, like placing a lemon tree and flowers on a TV stand in the clip shared on TikTok
- Social media users praised him for managing his responsibilities and motivating others to juggle work, university, and personal projects with grace
- Briefly News spoke with Siphosethu, a petrol attendant, with more than 10 years of experience in the field
Source: TikTok
In Mzansi, working as a petrol attendant often means earning a minimum wage that barely covers the basics of life. For many, this pay doesn't stretch far, but some individuals make incredible things happen with it. Despite the challenges, many people manage to send themselves or their children to school, build homes, and even start their small businesses.
One such person is TikTok user @mahlare64, a petrol attendant and content creator, who shared an inspiring video that captured his daily life. His video not only offered a peek into his routine but it also showed how he makes the most of his circumstances.
The man shares a refreshing home vlog
The clip begins with @mahlare64 arriving at his flat, holding a delivery box. He places it down gently, before taking off his shoes, signalling the end of a busy day. Afterwards, he heads straight to his kitchen, where he starts washing his dishes in a larger bowl. His attention to detail in tidying up his space reflects his careful and organised culture. Once the kitchen section is spotless, he changes the bulb, adding a practical touch to his home maintenance.
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He then opens the delivery box to reveal a small lemon tree in a pot plant and some beautiful flowers. He then pulls out a gift bag filled with White Glo toothpaste, which he appears to receive. He takes a bath and then sits down to enjoy his pap and chicken feet meal, before checking his UNISA website for assignments, showing his commitment to his studies.
Watch the TikTok video below:
Working as a petrol attendant
Briefly News had the honour of speaking with Siphosethu Daphula, a petrol attendant working for Engene, about their work schedule, juggling work and other things like studies.
We asked him if he felt that his job allowed enough time to rest and take care of themselves. He said:
"It depends, if you work back-to-back, it can be hard finding time to rest properly sometimes. The body gets tired, and sometimes, all you want to do is sleep. When the shifts are spaced out, it becomes easier to balance work and personal time.
Rest is very important because when you work 12-hour shifts, exhaustion can affect your performance."
The team asked if there was enough chance to do other things, like studying or running a small project, while working as a petrol attendant. Siphosethy shared:
"It depends on the person's situation. For someone single, or without kids, it might be easier to study or do other side hustles. But for those with families and responsibilities that need them physically, it can be very tricky. The long hours take up a lot of energy, and studying or running a business requires commitment.
It is, however, doable. Many people have studied while working and have moved on to better jobs in their dream careers. It just takes sacrifice and good time management.
We asked what some of the biggest challenges of working long hours at a petrol station were. The man responded:
"The biggest challenge is exhaustion. Standing all day, sometimes in extreme heat or cold, can drain you. Another challenge is dealing with difficult customers and sometimes disrespectful people.
Also, working night shifts can be risky because of security concerns, that is also the time when those who escape without paying would choose. The salary is also not very high, so managing finances can be tough."
Mzansi loves the petrol attendant's content
Viewers were deeply moved by the man's content. Many praised him for finding a balance between his work as a petrol attendant, his university studies, and his content creation. His followers noted how he motivates them to manage their time well and strive for balance in their own lives.
Some showered him with blessings, while others wished him well in his future endeavours, recognising his resilience and dedication to improving his life despite the odds.
Source: TikTok
User @PuleMan commented:
"Simple life inside a very smart room."
User @BabySbabazoXaba said:
"Living a good life. May God open more doors for you,"
User @Blondi&Ginger_lifestyle added:
"Blessings to you my friend 💖 you deserve only good in this life!"
User @user8025202389908
"My guy u are inspiring us as we are younger than you keep on pushing broe❤🤝🏽."
User @Chloe Leo shared:
"The house is looking beautiful!"
User @The Scent Fairy said:
"Keep winning brother! Here at The Scent Fairy we're rooting for you."
3 Briefly News petrol attendant articles
- A petrol attendant shared that she had to pay R3,900 after a customer drove off without paying, and Mzansi people sympathised with her while others offered to help her.
- An American woman visiting South Africa was surprised to discover that there were people called petrol attendants who fill cars with fuel, as she was used to filling her own in the US.
- A male petrol attendant advised a customer against dating women with cars, saying they were always broke and always filled petrol with small amounts.
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Source: Briefly News
