A woman has gone viral on social media after making a video highlighting the stark contrast between her academic background and her current occupation.
In the clip, which amassed thousands of views on TikTok, the apparently Nigerian lady who is living overseas is first seen in her graduation gown, proudly showcasing her degree.
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Moments later, she revealed her current job as a cleaner, where she is seen holding a mop and performing cleaning duties.
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Her credentials showed that she had earned a degree in Education but was working as a cleaner.
As the video continued to gain popularity, many viewers took to the comment section to share their reactions and concerns.
See the video below:
https://www.tiktok.com/@xo20203/video/7394841124185181445?pid=video_embed&referer_video_id=7394841124185181445&type=video&referer_url=www.gistreel.com/beautiful-lady-shows-what-she-studied-in-university-vs-what-she-does-for-a-living/&refer=embed&embed_source=;null;embed_share
Netizens react:
@Mokone: “You should leave the province and hand deliver your cv’s in schools outside KZN. You will get something within a week.”
@grootman: “guys I’m on the same situation like her but I discovered the main course of it low academic record averages..”
@MALATANKWE: “I worked at a pub with my HRM ended up doing promotions and campaigns then call centre.. I haven’t used my qualification to date and i graduated in 2018😭😭.”
@user6170953217003: “This is what I was thinking about this morning going to work in retail while I have an honour’s degree in social work 🥺🥺 but let’s keep pushing and hope for the best.”
@user9915795632957: “I’m at home…doing a short course ye Security officer…sengiyozama khona manje🥺😂😂.”