SleepyWaffle
SleepyWaffle

Started off career in startups

Hey All

I graduated in 2021 out of DU and parallely converted my internship with a preseries A fintech startup for a full-time role, pay was less that what I would've got in campus placements, but I prioritised steep learning curve or a 15k per month salary difference.

After spending 15 months reporting directly to the ceo in a 150 member team, I resigned. Initially the pace was enjoyable, later on it became toxic.

Moved to Bangalore and joined another start-up, didn't take a huge hike since I just wanted to start somewhere. After working here for 7 months, now I have much for focussed idea on what my strengths are and I'm working with experienced folks (avg 8+ years). I'm a 22 year old working in the founding team of pretty good product startup (funded by Kunal and bunch of other angels).

Currently I'm at 6LPA, and would reach a 12LPA in thr next 3-4 months subject to fundraise, what I would like an opinion on is if after completing an year and we don't raise a round, do I stay? Or do I go back home and prepare for Gmat or CAT, then do aan expensive MBA by taking a loan? Or do I find another startup asking for a 12LPA? or do I try for a established company role in program management or partnerships or something?

I don't have any family money or business to fall back on, but fortunately I didn't take a loan for my education yet, and my parents would be okay to give me another 2 more years to figure things out.

Would appreciate help from anyone who've been in a similar journey or just any piece of advice.

Thanks!

22mo ago
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DancingPanda
DancingPanda

Whats your job role man! Impressive journey i must say

SleepyWaffle
SleepyWaffle

Founders office, its a mix of managing key programs + overall progress tracking

BubblyCoconut
BubblyCoconut

I am finding same kind of roles, can you help me out, where i could find them and how? Suppose i want a entry level job at startup

PerkyCupcake
PerkyCupcake
Amazon22mo

Fundraise in this environment is going to be difficult!

Prep for CAT on the sidelines, be ready for the worst case scenario.

MBAs from top tier colleges will give you good ROI, you can pay off the loans in 3-4y.

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