Eugene, popularly known as Eugene the Carpenter, is a Ghanaian currently living in New Brunswick, Canada, specifically in the countryside. He has lived in Canada for two years. Originally from Agona Swedru, Eugene grew up in Tema and attended Aggrey Memorial. He later gained admission to the University of Ghana to study Psychology but dropped out in Level 100 after questioning the direction of his future.
Determined to find a new path, he pursued film directing at NAFTI, where he met Enoch Nyame Yeboah and gained experience with Campus Base TV and TMG TV. However, he later shifted gears and returned to Agona Swedru, where he started renting out canopies and selling ice blocks. He also began building homes for his siblings in America, leading him to establish his own construction firm, Simile Constructions.
One day on-site, he realized he needed hands-on skills and decided to learn plumbing. After multiple unsuccessful attempts at acquiring a U.S. visa, Eugene applied to a Canadian college to study plumbing. Upon arriving in Canada, he transitioned into carpentry. His journey was supported by his sister Sandra and friends like May Sackey, Wilson, and Priscilla, who encouraged him throughout the visa process.
Initially, Eugene faced challenges finding employment, often walking long distances with his CV. Eventually, he secured part-time work and juggled three jobs, including painting and carpentry, while attending school. He credits these opportunities for shaping his skills and career growth. He worked with renovation companies that restore buildings over 150 years old and later moved to a more lucrative job within the industry.
Eugene’s focus has always been on working hard and investing back in Ghana. He completed his studies in June last year and is proud of how far he has come. He prioritized investing in tools over buying luxury items and plans to purchase a truck to increase his work efficiency.
Unlike others who struggle to find employment in major cities like Toronto, Eugene encourages newcomers to consider rural areas where jobs are more readily available. “If you don’t have money, staying in the city will drain your earnings on rent and parking,” he advises.
Now, people reach out to him with job opportunities—no more walking with CVs. With honesty and hard work, Eugene believes success is inevitable. In less than two years, he has returned to Ghana once and continues to build a future for himself both in Canada and back home.
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