Learning a particular handwork or skill in Nigeria might seem like an uphill task to do but you must always be rest assured that once you are done with it, you are going to be a boss of your own and you will no longer have to depend on the federal government for providing job opportunities. Let us assume you have a well established workshop, you will be able to have apprentices that will be learning under you and also you will be able to employ job seekers. Wow, I know you must have had the feeling of being called "oga" or "boss" or even "madam".
In this blog post, I shall be telling you the top handworks that you can learn in order to establish yourself financially.
20 Handworks That Can Earn You Full Time Leaving
Please note that this list is not written in any chronological order.Phone repair:
Phone repair has become a very lucrative skill over some time now. One good thing about this skill is that you learn everyday so you can not afford to go out of fashion.
Phones are being produced everyday same with different versions being updated.
Phone technicians earn lots of money once he knows what he is doing. Learning this skill is not a forever stuff. It only takes few months for you to be well acquainted and with the help of Google services, you are good to go.
Computer repair:
This skill is similar to phone repair. Computer technicians are really making it big. I could remember when my laptop's flex got broken; though it did not affect the laptop that much for it was just that I could not open it. The technician collected ten thousand naira from me just to stitch it back and not even to change the laptop case. Now imagine he does that for five people that same day. That is fifty thousand thousand naira for something that will not take up to an hour for each laptop.
Graphics design:
Good graphic designers are bigger boys and girls. Their worth can never go out of place. The fun of this skill is the joy you get in doing what you love and getting people to congratulate your act. Learning this skill only takes few months and you are good to go. Learn this skill perfectly and thank me later.
Photography:
Photography is a good profession for everyone. They work hand in hand with graphic designers and earn quality cash from taking pictures of people. Some even get contracts with top fashion designers and make huge amount of money at the end of their arrangement. All you need is a digital camera with high quality pixels and you are good to go. I know you would be asking if photography is a skill, of course it is. Photography is far beyond just asking your client to strike a pose and you take the shots. Though it entails that but you sure need tutoring from a professional to explore in this niche.
Video editing:
Editing videos can attract contracts with movie producers, music artists and the rest. You can estimate how much you will be making by providing this service. You can also create and edit your own comedy videos, tutorial videos, music videos etc, upload them on sites like YouTube and earn money through ads placement.
Web design and development:
All the websites you see on the world wide web were created by individual(s). You get paid for creating a website for a business owner, company etc. If you could remember the popular MMM site, it was created by web designers though I am not a party to Ponzi schemes but hope you get the picture. Acquiring this skill can be tough but it is very much lucrative. A good knowledge of programming will do but it takes lots and lots of practice.
Fashion designing:
Fashion designers are those in charge of making those beautiful wears we put on. A sure way of making it big in this profession is to establish your own label. Create your own designs with quality materials instead of being that mere tailor next door. Once you are good at your job, be sure that you will be well established in no time. Nothing stops you from being the personal fashion designer for influential citizens in the country. It all boils down to your passion for the skill.
Repair of vehicles
Vehicle repair is a popular skill in the country. When a person decides to acquire a skill, the first skill that comes to one's mind is being a mechanic. This is to show you how lucrative it is though it can be stressful to learn and might take a year or two to learn. It is highly competitive so you have to put your best into it. My advice is that you focus on a particular brand of vehicle and become an expert in it. This can give you an edge over other competitors.
Car AC repair:
This skill is not well established in Nigeria but those that have acquired it are making it big. Do not think that mechanics handles this service because most of them don't. I have worked with technicians who specialize in this niche and trust me they are making their money from it. Speaking from experience, this skill is not easy. It can take months but this skill is fun to engage yourself with.
Electrical wiring:
This is another popular skill that pays. It is advisable to learn beyond normal external one room connection but to go deep into the internal wiring of a building. This skill can be very dangerous so it is advised that you practice with caution.
Welding:
Good welders are hardly found and that is why they charge good amount to get a Job done. You too can exploit yourself in this area.
Generator repair:
I don't think there will be a time in Nigeria where we will no longer make use of generators. Learning how to repair and service generators will surely be of good use financially.
Plumbing:
Plumbers are needed in every house of which in some areas they can be hard to find. Why don't you learn the skill and fill in that gap.
Shoe making:
Millions of people put on shoes everyday. Though there might be quite a number of shoe makers around, you too can be the best amongst all. All what is required of you is to make well designed quality shoes, give a very attractive packaging and have your brand registered then you are in for the big game.
Glass windows and doors making:
Doors and windows in modern houses are no longer made of wood but customized glass. Even buildings like the skyscraper are built with glasses. A working knowledge of this skill can change your life for the best.
Hair dressing:
Dressing of the human hair is a necessity. Your hair must always be well dressed be you a boy or a girl so you don't look unkept. Professionals in this niche make it big in well exposed environment and also during festive seasons.
Software design and development:
This handwork is similar to web design and development. In this case you design applications for phones, tablets and computers. You also need a working knowledge of computer programming to pull this off. You can design application softwares for individuals and corporate bodies. You can also upload your own applications on online stores and and get paid based on their demands.
Bag making:
Bag making is an evolving niche. The competition is less but the gain is much. You make different kinds of bags, purses and wallets and sell them to make money.
Solar panel and inverter making and installation:
Because of the noise and pollution generators create, some people have taught it wise to get solar panels and inverters. As a practitioner in this skill, they can buy from you and also you can provide the service of installing them which is extra money for you.
Electrical gadgets repair:
Repairing electrical gadgets is very lucrative. You can pick a particular gadget like the television or radio and learn how to repair them. You get paid for providing services like this to people.
Handwork pays a lot once you have enough customers. You too can be your own boss and become popular for doing your job.
All you have to do is remain focused, determined and patient. No good thing comes easy so you have be extremely hard-working.
There are other enticing handworks out there so if you feel there is something missing in the list, please leave a comment on the comment section below.
