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Having Said That...
Be Your Own Career Counsellor
“Civil Services Give You Identity”
Situation
Dev studied humanities in a reputed school in Delhi. Good marks. Teachers liked his answers, his English, his essays. Parents said civil services suits boys like him. Coaching centres said writing skill is a big advantage. He joined coaching. First attempt didn’t clear. Second attempt also didn’t. Feedback was vague. GS was weak. Optional didn’t score. Slowly he realised—good English alone doesn’t carry you here. It needs patience, memory, endurance. A lot more than writing.
Thought Bubble
Everyone said my writing will take me through. But I feel invisible in this crowd. Maybe I misunderstood what this exam really needs.
Having Said That…
After another attempt, he stepped out. Took up journalism. Early days were rough, pay low, criticism constant. Over time, his writing mattered. Money became decent. Name started getting recognized. Friends who cleared exams gained status faster. Dev gained something else - he felt useful in his own way. 
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