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The Broken Promises of Startup Dreams

I recently had a long chat with my friend (let’s call him Bob), and he opened up about his experience working as a graphic designer in a startup. This story is an eye-opener and heart-wrenching.   Image via Unsplash Here is Bob’s story…  Bob was excited when he landed a graphic designer role in a startup in January 2023. He’d graduated two years ago with a bachelor's degree in Mass communication. However since he couldn’t find a job that aligned with the course, he decided to venture into graphic design, and within no time, he landed himself a role.  His journey began with excitement and anticipation, just like any of us starting a new job. The CEO was an eloquent and persuasive individual. He painted a vivid picture of success and prosperity, tempting Bob with the allure of a promising future. For the first few months, he worked diligently, creating captivating graphics for the company's marketing materials, website, and social media campaigns. The CEO constantly praised his w