From TCS to Entrepreneurship: How a Kanpur Woman Transformed Her Career
Kanpur girl leaves ₹4 LPA job at TCS to make nearly ₹14 LPA on her own terms: ‘Couldn’t afford expensive education’
Hindustan Times
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Shreya Tiwari, a 25-year-old from Kanpur, India, left her ₹4 lakh per annum job at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to pursue her passion for content creation and entrepreneurship. Now earning nearly ₹14 lakh annually, she emphasizes the importance of resilience and self-determination in overcoming financial and emotional challenges.
- 01Shreya Tiwari left her stable job at TCS to pursue her passion for social media and entrepreneurship.
- 02She now earns nearly ₹14 lakh annually, a significant increase from her previous salary.
- 03Tiwari's journey highlights the importance of resilience in overcoming financial and emotional hurdles.
- 04She actively guides over 10,000 students through free webinars and social media.
- 05Her message to women emphasizes making personal choices and pursuing happiness on one's own terms.
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Shreya Tiwari, a 25-year-old woman from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India, made a bold decision to leave her job at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), where she earned ₹4 lakh annually, to pursue her passion for social media and entrepreneurship. Despite facing significant financial limitations growing up, she funded her education by teaching and became a college topper. After completing her MBA, Tiwari realized her growth potential was limited within the corporate structure and decided to forge her own path. Today, she earns nearly ₹14 lakh annually through a combination of freelancing, content creation, and running a clothing business. Tiwari balances her work while also guiding over 10,000 students through free webinars and social media platforms. Her journey is a testament to resilience, and she encourages women to make their own decisions and pursue their happiness, despite societal pressures.
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Tiwari's success story serves as an inspiration for young women in India, showcasing the potential for financial independence and personal fulfillment through entrepreneurship.
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