[One Thousand Characters a Day] A Passing Score of 60 Is Enough in Life <5>

Editor's NoteKim Tae-min, the author of ＜A Passing Score of 60 Is Enough in Life＞, never spares time or money when it comes to learning. Even if something is unrelated to his current work or in a completely different direction, if curiosity arises or if he believes it will open another door to a new world, he approaches it without hesitation. Because of this, he has been regarded as an eccentric person who repeatedly changes jobs and never settles in one place, and he has boldly changed his course from a stable job to a new profession, pushing himself into uncertain situations. However, he is still not satisfied with the present and continues to add new descriptors before his name. He even says he doesn’t know what he might become next, and although he can’t do everything well, he is diligently preparing to become anything. If you feel stuck right now or find the path you are walking dull and lethargic, this book might provide meaningful stimulation. Word count: 706.

The first act of life, where choosing a major and career was ordinary and typical because it matched grades, was what parents wanted, or what others said was promising, must be different from the second act that is about to begin. Having experienced and faced social life, you have studied yourself more, so it is time to focus on what you truly want to do and what suits you. Of course, your situation and abilities must be prioritized as well. Although life expectancy is increasing and today’s middle-aged are reported to have high economic power, that is only a relative figure.

Regardless of age, I believe the sooner you seriously consider finding work you want to do, can compete for a long time with experience and skills, and can earn a certain income from it, the better. If realistically possible, it would also be good to gain various experiences through side jobs or part-time work. However, recently, lectures and consulting targeting people who want to be N-jobbers or start businesses are rampant, and if they emphasize that anyone can succeed without much effort, you should be cautious as it might be exaggerated advertising unrelated to you.

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I don’t want to be forced to drink water when I’m not thirsty. I just want to prepare a spring water in advance for when I get thirsty and want to drink. I want to dig a spring that continuously flows clear and cool water and drink whenever I want. Isn’t that what entrepreneurial spirit is all about?

- Kim Tae-min, ＜A Passing Score of 60 Is Enough in Life＞, Melight, 14,000 KRW