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Experience Over Money: My Unconventional Choice as a New Graduate

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Following an article on the modest starting salaries offered to new college grads, I couldn’t help but recall my personal journey from 16 years back.

Initially, I received three job offers with varying salary packages: VND6 million ($235), VND5 million ($196), and VND3.5 million ($137) monthly. While most individuals would have opted for the one offering the largest sum, I made an unconventional choice by accepting the position that offered only VND3.5 million per month.

After a job interview concludes, two individuals shake hands. Stock image courtesy of Pexels.

My choice wasn’t driven by finances. The position with the least pay matched up perfectly with my professional objectives, past education, and character. Despite receiving higher-salary offers subsequently, I remained with that firm for an additional half-decade.

Over there, I enjoyed the liberty to operate autonomously and reach my fullest capability. Provided that I achieved the desired outcomes, I possessed complete autonomy over my tasks. This period equipped me with the expertise, understanding, and self-assurance necessary to establish my own venture, one that I still manage presently.

This is why I think new college graduates shouldn’t concentrate exclusively on securing high initial paychecks. Instead, what’s crucial is acquiring valuable skills, accumulating practical experience, and getting ready for sustained professional self-reliance.

If your objective is to launch your own venture, practical experience outweighs the compensation or position level. Opt for a small firm offering less remuneration yet abundant direct involvement over a well-paid corporate role with restricted scope. Ultimately, select an option that propels you toward achieving your future aspirations rather than merely considering the highest earnings.

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