READ MORE: Two die in inferno after ‘homemade helicopter’ crashesMao, from Dongguan, China, said many employers accused him of lying about his age.And he said others are reluctant to him a chance as they fear authorities may hit them with tough penalties if China's strict child labour laws are broken.
His frustrations culminated in a TikTok video appeal for work, in which he explained the story behind his search for work - and it's since gone viral.Mao explained his farther had suffered a stroke and he needed to work to financially support him as he recovered.He and a pal had taken to the streets in search of work at factories in the city.But while his friend quickly secured employment, Mao was left disappointed after rejection followed rejection.After a fruitless search, Mao was left feeling defeated - until his video brought him some luck.It's understood Mao has since been offered jobs from employers who heard about his situation and sympathised.
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