"No 10 Million Won Paradise Exists, Don't Undervalue Your Job"... 'Manager Kim' Author Sends a Message to the MZ Generation

"There Is No Such Thing as Earning 10 Million Won a Month Easily, Do Your Best at Work"
To Those Nearing Retirement: "You Should Reflect on Who You Are"

JTBC drama "The Story of Manager Kim, a Homeowner in Seoul Working at a Large Corporation" broadcast scene. Screenshot from JTBC YouTube

Song Heegu, the original author of the JTBC drama "The Story of Manager Kim, a Homeowner in Seoul Working at a Large Corporation," offered advice to young people just starting their careers.

On November 28, Song appeared on CBS Radio's "Kim Hyunjung's News Show." When asked by the host, "What advice would you like to give to young people just entering society?" Song began, "If I may speak with a slightly old-fashioned mindset, I think young people these days tend to disregard the value of having a job."

Song emphasized, "A workplace is truly precious. In addition to what you learn from work, it's a place where you can save your seed money and cover your living expenses, so I believe you should do everything you can at your job."

He also cautioned against the illusion of earning 10 million won per month easily, which is often seen on social media. Song said, "You see claims like, 'You can make 10 million won a month just by sitting for a few minutes.' But in reality, that doesn't exist. There are actually many people who end up in trouble because they believe such things and chase after them."

Song Hee-gu, the author of the original novel of the JTBC drama "The Story of Manager Kim Who Owns a House in Seoul and Works at a Large Corporation." CBS Kim Hyun-jung's News Show

Song also offered advice to middle-aged and older adults approaching retirement. He said, "Since companies ultimately operate based on profit and loss, I hope people will consider what value they bring to their workplace, and who they are if that job disappears. While you should be diligent in your work at the company, I also think it's important to reflect on what you are capable of doing outside of work, after you leave the office."

Meanwhile, the drama "The Story of Manager Kim" concluded on November 30, setting a new personal record with a final episode rating of 8.1% in the Seoul metropolitan area and 7.6% nationwide. Having left his job to become a writer and real estate YouTuber, Song shared that his dream is to build a library. He said, "Even if people don't read books, I hope they at least keep them close. My goal is to give back to society when I leave this world."

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