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👉 VIDEO INTRODUCTION:
Guys, this conversation will change the way you look at your career forever.
In this episode, Ankit Agarwal, Co-founder of Mesa School of Business, breaks down the harsh realities of today’s job market, what actually works, what doesn’t, and why most career advice is outdated.
We talk about jobs vs startups, salary ceilings, skill leverage, and the real trade-offs people avoid discussing.
Most importantly, Ankit shares a clear, practical playbook on how someone can realistically work towards a ₹1 Crore career before the age of 30, without hype or false promises.
If you’re in your 20s and confused about careers, this episode is for you.
👉 TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
03:15 - Objective of the Podcast
06:09 - Harsh Reality of MNC Jobs
07:26 - Why Startups are the Future
10:32 - Insane Alibaba Story
16:10 - Salary: Startups vs MNC’S
18:55 - Ways to choose a desirable Startup
28:00 - Hacks to Identify where Hiring will happen
36:40 - Top 5 roles in Startups
45:34 - How to get jobs without work-ex?
54:15 - Channels for hiring
01:00:25 - Best cold reach-outs
01:05:25 - Exhibit your ‘Proof of Work’
01:15:45 - Secrets to crack any Interview
01:26:20 - How to negotiate
01:42:52 - Summary of the episode
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