Beyond the Degree : Real stories, struggles, and survival tips for students chasing careers.

  “Work hard, get good grades, and you’ll get a good job.” That’s the line we’ve heard since school. I’m in my final year of BTech now, and honestly? That advice feels like a scam. 📚 What We’re Taught vs. What We Actually Need Our college experience mostly revolves around theory-heavy lectures, last-minute assignments, and mugging up answers for exams. If you ask me what I remember from first-year subjects, the honest answer is: almost nothing useful. But when I look at job listings today, they’re asking for: Real project experience Tools I’ve never been formally taught Soft skills like communication and leadership A polished LinkedIn profile (some of us didn’t even know that mattered) It’s like spending four years preparing for a cricket match, and then being thrown into a football game. 🧠 The Reality Hit Me Late I used to think if I just kept scoring decent marks, things would fall into place. But now, with placements going on and rejections stacking up, I realize...