Thanks, Swiggy! Laid-Off Technician Delivers Food to Survive; LinkedIn Celebrates His Comeback Story
LinkedIn is full of inspiring stories of people who came from humble backgrounds and made it big. While getting a job is tough, getting laid off and struggling to make ends meet is even tougher. With the recent wave of layoffs in the tech industry, many tech professionals across India have lost their jobs. One such tech professional’s story is currently going viral on LinkedIn, where he talks about his struggle to survive and how he found a new job. The tech professional in question is Riyazuddin, who was laid off from his job. With rejections piling up and bills to pay, he found himself in a tough financial situation. During that time, he decided to become a Swiggy delivery partner to meet his financial needs. Here’s what happened to him next.
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How hard work at Swiggy helped him stay afloat
In a post that went viral on LinkedIn, Riyazuddin spoke about his difficult delivery job at Swiggy and how balancing hope, rejection, and grind can be difficult. “I still remember the early morning rides, the blazing afternoon sun, the pouring rain, and the late night deliveries. Each delivery was not just about earning, but also a step towards regaining my resilience. Swiggy gave me the chance to keep going when everything else seemed to sink,” Riyazuddin wrote in his post.
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“It wasn’t easy—balancing hope, rejection, and the daily grind. But my months as a Swiggy delivery partner gave me more than just financial support; they taught me invaluable lessons in patience, perseverance, and humility. Every order I delivered made me stronger,” he added.
Riyazuddin has now found a new job but is grateful for his job at Swiggy. He ended his post by saying, “To anyone going through a tough time right now—hang in there. Sometimes, unexpected turns in life take us to places of growth and strength that we never imagined.”
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Netizens praise resilient journey
Netizens are now praising Riyazuddin’s recovery journey and his never-give-up attitude. “Wow, your story is a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day! I am so proud of you Riyazuddin A for turning a setback into a comeback. Your resilience and determination are contagious! Remember, every setback is an opportunity to discover new strength and emerge stronger. Keep shining, and I can’t wait to see the great things you will achieve in this new chapter,” one user wrote.
“Your resilience and perseverance are truly inspiring. It’s amazing how unexpected turns in life can lead us to places of growth and strength we never imagined. Your experience is a testament to the power of hard work and never giving up. I wish you all the best in your new venture and I’m sure you’ll continue to thrive. Keep moving forward!” another user commented.
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