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The advent of social media enabled many users to give up their traditional corporate careers and pursue content creation full-time. The move stems from various reasons, including better income, creative freedom, and more. Recently, a Hyderabad-based entrepreneur, who built his Rs 15 crore company, opened up about his new career path on social media.
In a detailed Instagram post, Rajive Dhavn shared why he left his award-winning company, which he started with a Rs 40,000 loan, at the age of 39. Talking about his initial challenges, Dhavn revealed that he began his career as a kid by selling sauces to bakeries, and further worked at a retail store, where he folded shirts and cleaned racks.
“Here’s my story. Built a ₹15 crore company. Then I chose to start over. This isn’t your typical success story. It’s messier than that,” Dhavn began.
“Got my first corporate salary at GE – felt on top of the world. The next day, lost my mom. I was 18. Worked at MNCs for years. Then left everything to become a writer. Started What’s In a Name in Hyderabad with a ₹40,000 loan. Built it into a ₹15-crore company. 100+ brands. Awards. Recognition,” he wrote.
Further, he revealed that he sold all his companies to become a content creator from scratch. “Not because I failed. But because I needed to start over. This time, as a content creator. From scratch. At 39,” he wrote. In the post, he also opened up about his failing Class 8 and dropping out after Class 10.
“If you’re starting over, rebuilding, or just trying to figure things out, you’re not alone,” he concluded the post.
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The post caught the Internet’s eye, evoking a deluge of comments. “Mate… Been around pretty much the entire journey … Seen a lot of your ups and downs… Loved a few with u too! Proud of where we are heading! Cheers,” a user wrote. “Truly inspirational. Sharing so much needs courage. More power to you,” another user commented.
“God! What a story of resilience. I have known you for a very long time and have seen you strive for excellence and success always! Keep shining,” a third user reacted.
