32 BUSINESS AND TRAINING
What ’ s in your toolbox ?
By
Tanya Olckers
We asked plumbers what they can ’ t do without when it comes to doing their jobs and living their lives . Three plumbers from Burgess Plumbing provided their insights .
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What ’ s in your toolbox ?
We all know that you never mess with a plumber ’ s tools and that every plumber has that one specific tool that they rely on most . For some it may be a physical tool , a spiritual tool , or philosophy . For others , it may be something completely different . We ’ ve asked several plumbers what their most valuable tool is – here are their answers .
“ Don ’ t let anything get to you and always put yourself in your customer ’ s shoes .”
Daniel Kekana is big fan of the pump pliers and ratchet spanner . “ These tools make my life easier because every day we experience different things . It could be taps , or toilets or machines . You really don ’ t know what you will face tomorrow ,” he says .
Mazwi Salulashe rates his gas spanner . “ It is everything you need to fit anything ,” he says . He also believes another of his tools is his daily fitness practice as he is a marathon runner . And for those moments when he needs an extra pick-me-up , he keeps a bar of chocolate in his toolbox for that much needed energy-kick in the afternoon .
Frans Mokoena is also a big fan of the gas spanner because it can be used in so many areas and for a number of different reasons . However , when asked what the greatest tool in his toolbox is , his answer is simple : “ Positivity ,” he says and grins widely . “ No matter what comes , stay happy and keep smiling . Don ’ t let anything get to you and always put yourself in your customer ’ s shoes . Stay positive .” PA
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Daniel Kekana believes that his pump pliers and ratchet spanner make life easier .
Mazwi Sodlulashe is a marathon runner with a sweet tooth .
Frans Mokoena relies on his gas spanner and positivity .
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