Creating a Purpose out of Poverty: Part 1: The Journey Begins

This book is meant to be the first in a series of Creating a Purpose out of Poverty. In Part 1: The Journey Begins, Dr. Mafisa assists the reader to develop her/his vision and principles. He believes that creating a clear vision and principles is the basis for effectiveness not only in one's career but also in life as a whole. Enjoy the journey with Dr. Mafisa!

Dr. Pelesa J. Mafisa is the fourth child in a family of seven children. He was brought up under poverty conditions, resulting in him going to university without a cent to pay for his fees at the university. Nevertheless, he managed to get several bursaries once he was registered at the university. He realised that he only had four hours of sleep almost each day to achieve his objectives. He won awards such as the best first year male student at Vista University: Sebokeng Campus. He qualified as a doctor of philosophy with English as his main field of study. His other field of study is business administration. Dr. Mafisa has a business that focuses on motivation, education, and training. He is currently working as a senior educator (Tlokwe Area Office) in South Africa. Dr. Mafisa's vision is “Living a balanced lifestyle touching the lives of all sentient beings so that they too can touch lives of others in a way that will enable them to achieve their vision.” His mission is changing the way of thinking of others, particularly the youth, through motivation, education, and training. He is married to Johanna Mafisa and is blessed with three boys and one girl, Pelesa, Rearabetsoe, MmaLerato, and Omphile.