“I Made My First MillionAt 24”: Esther Passaris Shares Career Advice, Faith & Lessons for Youth

Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has reflected on her career trajectory, opening up about achieving financial independence in her early twenties and sharing the principles that continue to guide her public service and personal life.

Speaking during an interaction with content creator Elijah of Young Millionaire Talks, the politician discussed her early corporate success, her perspective on public office, and her spiritual grounding at 62.

Early Career and Hitting the First Million Milestone

Passaris disclosed that she achieved her first million shillings at the age of 24, attributing the accomplishment to an aggressive early career in sales and production driven by a desire to travel globally.

Confidently describing her strength in marketing and pitching, she noted: “I could sell ice to the Eskimos and oil to the Arabs.”

However, she emphasized that sustainable success in sales relies entirely on integrity rather than deceptive tactics.

“If you don’t believe in a product, you can’t sell it. Sellers must always give people value for their hard-earned money,” Passaris advised young entrepreneurs.

Faith and Aging Gracefully

Addressing public curiosity regarding her age-defying appearance at 62, Passaris bypassed cosmetic routines, attributing her physical and mental well-being to her spiritual foundation.

“Loving God and understanding that there’s a superior being that created us and is worthy of respect,” she explained, adding that she approaches every milestone with gratitude: “Everything is God-driven, God-given. Every single day I count my blessings.”

Service Over Wealth Creation in Politics

Transitioning from the corporate sphere to elective leadership, the Nairobi Woman Rep cautioned young individuals aspiring to join public administration against viewing politics as a vehicle for wealth accumulation.

• On Public Office: “Don’t go into politics because you want to make money. Go into politics because you want to serve,” she stated.

• On Financial Discipline: Emphasizing modesty in leadership, Passaris revealed that she still drives the same vehicle she purchased back in 2017.