There was a time when his daily income barely touched Rs 350, forcing him to juggle multiple odd jobs just to stay afloat. Today, the same individual proudly earns around Rs 1.5 lakh each month. His journey, shared on the online forum Indian Flex, stands as a testimony to perseverance and transformation. A Hyderabad-based professional coder, he recalled how his path was once filled with small, temporary tasks that kept him going but offered little security.
Hustling Through College Days
During his college years, survival meant saying yes to every opportunity that came his way. He distributed sample milk cartons, participated in product promotions, and even sold cold drink bottles during festive occasions like Ganesh Chaturthi near Hyderabad’s Tank Bund. These efforts brought him barely Rs 350 a day, but they were essential to meet his basic needs and earn pocket money. Although exhausting and unglamorous, these tasks instilled in him the habit of hustling and not giving up.
The Turning Point: Coding
Determined to move beyond temporary gigs, he made the bold decision to learn coding. His efforts landed him his first role at a startup with a modest monthly salary of Rs 10,000. While the pay wasn’t substantial, it marked a significant upgrade from his earlier struggles. More importantly, it set the foundation for a career that would later redefine his life.
Seven Years of Growth
Over the past seven years, he immersed himself completely in the world of programming. The journey wasn’t smooth—there were failures, steep learning curves, and countless challenges. Yet, every obstacle contributed to his growth. He consistently improved his skills, adapted to industry changes, and gradually built his expertise, allowing him to rise steadily in his profession.
From Rs 350 to Rs 1.5 Lakh
Today, he earns Rs 1.51 lakh per month. While he acknowledges that this figure may not be extraordinary in modern times, it holds deep personal meaning for him. For someone who once relied on distributing samples and selling drinks to make ends meet, this transformation is nothing short of remarkable. He sees this not as the finish line, but as the beginning of greater things to come. His hustle, he believes, will never stop.
Hustling Through College Days
During his college years, survival meant saying yes to every opportunity that came his way. He distributed sample milk cartons, participated in product promotions, and even sold cold drink bottles during festive occasions like Ganesh Chaturthi near Hyderabad’s Tank Bund. These efforts brought him barely Rs 350 a day, but they were essential to meet his basic needs and earn pocket money. Although exhausting and unglamorous, these tasks instilled in him the habit of hustling and not giving up.
The Turning Point: Coding
Determined to move beyond temporary gigs, he made the bold decision to learn coding. His efforts landed him his first role at a startup with a modest monthly salary of Rs 10,000. While the pay wasn’t substantial, it marked a significant upgrade from his earlier struggles. More importantly, it set the foundation for a career that would later redefine his life.
Seven Years of Growth
Over the past seven years, he immersed himself completely in the world of programming. The journey wasn’t smooth—there were failures, steep learning curves, and countless challenges. Yet, every obstacle contributed to his growth. He consistently improved his skills, adapted to industry changes, and gradually built his expertise, allowing him to rise steadily in his profession.
From Rs 350 to Rs 1.5 Lakh
Today, he earns Rs 1.51 lakh per month. While he acknowledges that this figure may not be extraordinary in modern times, it holds deep personal meaning for him. For someone who once relied on distributing samples and selling drinks to make ends meet, this transformation is nothing short of remarkable. He sees this not as the finish line, but as the beginning of greater things to come. His hustle, he believes, will never stop.
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