Character Pays

CHARACTER PAYS. 

A man once took his car to a mechanic expecting a very expensive repair bill.

After checking the vehicle carefully, the mechanic smiled and said;

“Sir, it’s only a loose battery cable. There is no charge.”

The customer was shocked. In a world where many people would take advantage of the opportunity, this mechanic chose honesty over greed.

A few days later, the same customer returned — not only with his own car, but with three more clients. 

He said, “I came looking for a mechanic, but I found "Character.”

Good character may not always bring instant rewards, but it builds trust, favour, and lasting honour. 

Integrity will take you farther than manipulation ever can.

“A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.” — Proverbs 22:1 KJV

Choose honesty. 

Choose integrity. 

Choose character.

— Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)