A confident startup founder addressing an audience, highlighting passion over degrees, with IIT resumes on desk.
A viral video of a startup entrepreneur has appeared on social media, in which he explains that after finishing his MBA from IIM Bangalore, he started his own company and rejected four IIT graduates in interviews.
Although they had good academic backgrounds and technical abilities, the candidates did not find employment with the founder's startup. "Startups require individuals who are willing to dream, experiment, and buy into the company's vision," he clarified. Technical know-how, he believed, is not sufficient; a startup runs on energy, innovation, and excellent team coordination.
The founder, having done an online program in Strategic Management from IIM Bangalore, said he does not look for degrees. He underlined, "I look for passion and vision along with degrees and skill." His philosophy of hiring is based on people who are not just skilled but also passionate and wanting to learn and grow with the organization.
Once secured several job opportunities, IITians now have a more challenging market, waiting in long interview queues after paying substantial tuitions. It shows how indispensable it is for current and future IIT students to be aware of the startup culture. A high-end degree still doesn't ensure employment anymore.
This story is a reminder that scholarly achievement must be complemented with vision, adaptability, and an action-oriented attitude. In today's competitive job market, more than the best qualification is required to excel.
