Let me tell you about my journey. My name is Ted Kwelepeta, and I'm proud to be a Malawian. My story began during my time in South Africa, where I resided for a remarkable 15 years. While there, the idea of starting a business was always on my mind, and that's when I ventured into the business of property. Upon returning to Malawi, I launched a property company, capitalizing on the promising opportunities within the construction industry.
During that period, I noticed a significant trend; many people were still using traditional burnt bricks instead of modern cement blocks. This observation ignited the spark to start a business. My focus shifted towards the construction sector, specifically in the manufacturing of cement block machines. This path led to the creation of a range of cement block machines and, more recently, our venture into manufacturing wheelbarrows.
One of the major hurdles I encountered was perfecting our manufacturing methods. We aimed to scale up production while maintaining high quality standards. This required an exceptional team that could be trained to produce top notch products. Training my team to meet our quality standards was a formidable challenge, but one I took on. Today, I have managed to assemble a team of skilled welders, whom I personally trained from the ground up. Our machines, such as the five dropper, can be operated by approximately six people simultaneously. Over the last year, we have consistently sold over 10 machines each month, contributing to the creation of over 60 jobs monthly.
Currently, we are pushing the boundaries even further. We are working on an exciting innovation which is the introduction of a towable road grader. This simple yet effective device can be attached to vehicles, like tractors or SUVs, to grade roads as they are driven. This innovation has the potential to transform road grading, benefiting rural areas and construction companies alike.
To me, greatness embodies living a life filled with purpose and passion. It's about discovering your purpose, which guides you towards meaningful endeavors. Once you find that purpose, it no longer feels like work; instead, it becomes a labor of love. This passion becomes the driving force behind growth and excellence in whatever you do.
So, that's my story. My name is Ted Kwelepeta, and my mission is to inspire greatness.
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