“Share Ideas”: Woman Opens Chats About Careers That Pay R30K and Above After Deductions
- A South African woman sparked massive discussion after asking people to share what they studied to earn R30,000 or more monthly
- The post attracted thousands of responses from professionals across different fields
- Many South Africans expressed willingness to start over in new careers, showing how tough economic conditions are pushing people to seek better opportunities
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Source: TikTok
A woman has opened up important conversations about high-paying careers after asking South Africans to share what they studied to earn decent salaries.
Content creator @thecuz250 posted an image on the 3 of July with the caption:
"Share ideas," featuring a smiling man with overlay text that read: "People who are getting paid 30K and above per month after deductions, please tell us what you studied and where, we don't mind starting over."
The post struck a nerve with many South Africans struggling financially, quickly going viral with over 2,240 comments, 11,000 reactions, and 340 shares. The overwhelming response showed how many people are actively looking for better career opportunities and are willing to change direction completely, regardless of their current qualifications or work experience.
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The responses ranged from traditional university degrees to entrepreneurial ventures, with some surprising revelations about high-earning careers that don't require formal education.
Source: TikTok
Mzansi shares salary secrets
@Khanyiso shared his entrepreneurial success:
"I don't even have matric… Opened a company, hired mechanics… Fixing government cars with Wesbank, I am a supplier, I have 4 workshops in different towns… This thing goes with grace and favour, not what you studied."
@speke62 shared mining income:
"I'm working at Sasol mining, driving Dump trucks 777E and I'm getting paid 46k every month."
@Nicole Mtshali stated pharmacy earnings:
"Bachelor of pharmacy. Entry-level salary is 30k after deductions."
@simzo mentioned an underrated field:
"Studied Public Administration, the most undermined course..."
@Mark shared family success:
"Not me, but my brother is a Forensic Auditor and Chief for the NLC. Earning 300k monthly."
@Jones described investment success:
"I worked for 8 years, and the company closed down... I took two-thirds of my lump some money and directly bought pharmaceutical shares with a friend's assistance. Today, after 6 years, that money bought property, a car, funded tertiary education for my kids and lifetime dividends."
@Enoc Coza proved qualifications aren't everything:
"No degree, no Matric, no what what and I go home with 55k after deduction.. INJECTION MOULDING EXPERIENCE few companies are currently offering me work."
@Z.A.M.A.N.X.E.L.E offered a reality check:
"Once you start earning 30k, you gonna realise it's a small change in this economy 😩😩😩"
@MaNtshangase revealed financial struggles:
"70k after deductions, but I'm always broke😫😫😫"
@Londiwe Ayanda Makhu shared her field:
"Computer systems engineering at TUT."
@ntateramatheola suggested:
"Start your own business. You can earn more than that."
@Collen offered practical advice:
"Advise to everyone here: Live below your means! That's how you'll survive."
View the TikTok post below:
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Source: Briefly News
