I failed 100 times in the universities I applied to in Bangladesh but never gave up

Zubayer Sayeed with his degree papers

Story by Zubayer Sayeed

​7 years ago, I failed in all the universities I applied to in Bangladesh. Long story short, I have failed more than 100 times in 7 years (scholarships, internships, club circles, job applications, university applications, etc.).

During my undergrad life, I worked in the kitchen and at times I cleaned toilets at McDonald’s. I worked as a waiter in a hotel. I have learned how hard it is to earn a single penny.

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Zubayer Sayeed

I have been criticized for studying BBA and Masters in Agriculture.

However, I DIDN’T GIVE UP ON MY DREAMS AND GOALS!

In the last 3 years:

• - I have received USD 34000 scholarship.
• - Received President’s Award.
• - Did a long-term internship at Audi Japan.
• - Received USD 2200 for my Master’s research funding.
• - Graduated from no.1 university in Japan.
• - Got my dream job offer from one of the best companies in the world.
• - Submitted my thesis in a reputed Journal (Under Review)

I am a first-generation student and I am happy to say that today, I graduated from the The University of Tokyo with a CGPA of 3.94, and next week I will be joining Procter & Gamble as a full-time employee in Japan's headquarter in Kobe.

Key to success:

• - Be grateful to God.
• - Believe in yourself.
• - Have patience.
• - Never ever give up.
• - Respect people.
• - Respect every job.
• - Respect your parents.

​Photo source : Zubayer Sayeed

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