“You’re a Motivation”: Man Shares His Path From Pumping Petrol to Practising Medicine, SA Inspired
- A local man's inspiring journey from petrol attendant to a medical practice captured the attention of thousands, showing that perseverance leads to success
- From working long hours at a filling station, he now proudly stands as a doctor, proving that no dream is too big to achieve
- Social media users erupted with praise, as many shared their own stories and requested he return to the Engine garage to motivate others
- Briefly News had the pleasure of speaking with Siphosethu Daphula, a petrol attendant at a local filling station
Source: TikTok
A local guy's video went viral, inspiring thousands with his incredible transformation from a petrol attendant to a doctor. The man, TikTok user @pacmashaya shared a heartfelt post that captured his journey, showing how far he has come from his humble beginnings.
His story has not only motivated many but sparked a conversation about hard work and perseverance.
From petrol attendant to saving lives as a doctor
In the clip, @pacmashaya reflects on his time working at an Engen petrol station. As a young man, he worked tirelessly, handling petrol pumps, washing screens, and serving customers. While the job may have seemed like another shift for some, for him, it was a stepping stone to something bigger.
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The video transitions to the present, where @pacmashaya is now dressed in doctor's scrubs, showcasing how far he's come. From his time at the garage to being in the hospital saving lives, his story is a testament to the power of persistence and hard work. It's a powerful visual reminder that success is built on small, consistent steps, no matter how difficult the path may seem.
Watch the TikTok video below:
Petrol attendants motivating each other
We at Briefly News spoke with Siphosethu Daphula, a petrol attendant at a Cape Town Engen garage with over a decade of experience in the industry. We asked him what keeps him motivated to work long shifts. The man responded:
"Dreaming big, Every shift is a stepping stone closer to my goals. Plus food vibes from my colleagues and customers keep me going."
We asked him if he believed anyone can succeed no matter where they start. Siphosethu said:
"100%! Hard work, patience and a never-give-up attitude can take you anywhere. If the doctor did it, so can we. Your starting point doesn't define your endpoint. It's about how you keep pushing forward.
The team asked the petrol attendant if he had any advice for others in the same industry with big dreams. He said:
"Keep grinding, keep learning, and never settle. Your dream job is waiting go get it. Keep your focus and stay consistent because every small step counts towards something big.
Mzansi celebrates the man's success
Social media users filled the man's feed with comments, sharing their admiration and gratitude for the man's journey. Many shared their own stories of starting from humble beginnings, with some even recalling their experiences working similar jobs.
Others jokingly asked him to return to the petrol station to motivate others, believing his story could inspire the next generation of dreamers.
Source: TikTok
User @mkhabela shared:
"When I told my colleagues I want to be an accountant bathi ngiyahlanya (they said I was crazy) 😭 I recently registered my last six modules of accounting sciences at UNISA. I've been studying while working as a security guard."
User @Cleopatra Dlamini said:
"I remember you. 7 distinctions and working at Engen... I'm happy to see you are now a doctor.."
User @Elele@Mpembe commented:
"We were working with someone as a security officer and this year resigned to be a lecture at UJ."
User @user8498595990406 added:
"I was working as a maid at 20 and told my madam boss that I want to be a lawyer and she laughed, guess what? I am 29 and a lawyer now ☺️☺️."
User @Zanele Duma commented:
"🥰 You are a motivation to all of us, congratulations Doc😇."
User @Authentic Queen said:
"Love this, it gives us hope to not despise small beginnings and trust the process. Own journey! 🤩."
3 Briefly News articles about petrol attendants
- A content creator working as a petrol attendant showed off his well-kept one-room flat, showcasing how he balances work, study, and creativity, and Mzansi showered him with praise.
- A petrol attendant was left in tears after she was told to pay R3,900 left by a customer who drove off without paying but social media users offered to help her.
- A petrol attendant advised a customer not to date women with cars, saying they were broke and always filled petrol with small amounts.
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Source: Briefly News
