From 2 Compartments Per Semester to Clearing Every Interview

This blog is my personal favorite because it taught me one of the biggest lessons of my life. Sometimes I look back. I wonder what I had gotten myself into. Somehow, I even managed to get out of it.

During my college years, I was way too tension-free. I had never experienced that much academic freedom before. In school, teachers often inquired about our studies and work. We had that fear of them in our minds. But once you enter college, barely anyone cares whether you’re studying or not. And honestly, that’s how it should be. At that stage of life, we’re grown enough to understand how things work. We realize that we’re the ones paying for our college fees and we’re responsible for ourselves.

But I hadn’t realized any of that at the time. I was too busy living the college dream, no restrictions on timing or classes, no complaints about being absent. This blog will have some of the best career advice, I hope you will like it.

The Wake-Up Call

Looking back at my college days, I realize how far I’ve come. I haven’t achieved anything too big in life yet, but I’m happy that I’m at least walking on a path.

My eyes opened when I reached the final year of college. That’s when I started asking myself questions like:

• Am I doing anything for my career?
• Am I investing my time in building any skill?
• Am I going to be jobless?

I used to spend most of the day hanging out with friends. The only time I had for myself was at night. But that alone time—what people now call “Me Time”—is really important. When we’re alone, we start thinking deeply. We question everything, even our existence. That’s when I realized I wasn’t doing anything productive.

So, I started focusing on my career. I wasn’t giving it 100%, but I took the first step and that changed everything. Trust me, taking the first step is so important. (I’ll write a separate blog on that soon!)

The Shift in Mindset

Once I took that first step, things started to change. I noticed how my thoughts started shifting toward my career, and that was a good thing. I graduated with very average grades and managed to clear all my compartments.

After that, I enrolled in a course. I didn’t complete it fully, though I was still enjoying the freedom of doing nothing. That six-month gap after college is just another kind of phase. And to be honest, I don’t regret enjoying that time. I didn’t know it would be the last time I’d feel that free.

The First Interview

Almost six months later, I started applying for jobs in various roles. One day, I got a call from a company. We later found out that someone in my elder brother’s network was working there. I got a reference, which gave me more hope for the interview.

On the interview day, I went to the company with my father and brother. I sat through the rounds, and to my surprise, the HR told me I was selected. It was the first interview of my life—and I cleared it. I’m thankful for the reference, too. That day, I realized how important professional connections really are.

The Growth Phase

I worked in that company for 1 year and 3 months. Eventually, I left because the working culture became very toxic. But during that time, I met so many people who completely opened my mind. Thanks to them, I began thinking more deeply and clearly.

When I started applying for new jobs, I was very confident. I knew I had the skills and knowledge I’d gained during that time. I got calls from multiple companies—around 4–5 of them invited me for in-person interviews.

From Nervous to Confident

I was nervous going for the first one. Technically, it was only the second interview of my life. My mind was filled with questions like:

• Will I be able to speak properly?
• Will I be able to explain the knowledge that I have?

But I went for it. I sat for the interview—and to my surprise, it went excellent. I was able to communicate well and answer almost every question. That boosted my confidence to another level.

From there, I gave all the interviews with even more confidence. And to my surprise, I cleared every interview I sat for.

The Turning Point

That moment changed everything. I was now in a position to choose the company that suited me best. Me—the same person who had 2 compartments every semester during college—was now clearing every interview. That made me feel so happy. At least I was doing something good. At least I was walking a path.

My life is changing, and I still have a long way to go. But this time, I’ve realized soon enough that only I can steer my life in the direction I want.

Final Thoughts: Hold the Steering

So, to all my readers, always remember to hold the steering of your life in your own hands. You are the one in control. No matter where you come from or what setbacks you’ve faced, your direction is still in your hands.

Drive on the path that feels right to you. It won’t always be a smooth highway, there will be potholes, detours, sharp turns, and even dead ends. But don’t panic. Slow down if you need to, refuel with patience, and adjust your route when required. Just don’t stop moving forward.

There will be moments of doubt, and times when everything feels unclear. But that’s part of the journey. Trust the process, trust your instincts, and most importantly, trust yourself. You may not have it all figured out right now. Every mile you cover and every wrong turn you learn from will eventually lead you to the right destination.

Remember, it’s not about reaching the finish line fast. It’s about staying true to your journey. It’s also about growing along the way. Keep driving, keep learning, and keep believing in your ability to create your own path.