Damn Straight I'm Staying in Shenzhen!!!
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Based in Futian. My salary was 8K/month when I arrived, and it hit 80K by the time I left this year. I've moved to a new place now, with the same income. I just couldn't stand the rat race, the humid weather, and how everyone seemed solely driven by profit. So, I'm out!
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Same here. My 'monthly salary' went from 15,000K in March to 960,000K when I 'left' in May. I've got to get out of this city. I mean, on Xiaohongshu, everyone's supposedly worth over 100 million. I wouldn't dare show my income or tax slips if anyone asked!
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I'm in Nanshan, Shenzhen. I finish work after 10 PM every day. Yep, working for one of those 'shoot for the moon' tech companies, probably feels like I'm the only one there at night. I get back to my rental, blink, and it's time to grind again. Just another highly educated cog in the machine.
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That's some next-level humblebragging, isn't it?
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Ten years ago, I came to Shenzhen with just 1,000 yuan to try and make it. Now, I have pretty much everything. Thank you, Shenzhen! And I only have a vocational college diploma.
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I came to Shenzhen in 2019, single at the time. Now I've got a wife, kids, a house, and a car. Shenzhen is truly a fantastic place! The climate is great, services across all sectors are excellent, and government departments are incredibly efficient. This city is perfect for those without connections, money, or a network – if you work hard and head in the right direction, you can make your fortune relatively quickly.
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As someone who grew up in Shenzhen – a 'second-generation local' – I find the city too frenetic and don't want to stay. Even though my job and income are decent, I just don't feel a sense of belonging.
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A 'second-generation local,' eh? That reminds me of the saying: 'Some are born in Rome, while others don't even know how to spell it.'
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Shenzhen is even more of a pressure cooker than Beijing.
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Haha, totally.
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I've lost my drive. When I first came to Shenzhen, in my first year, everything felt so new and exciting. Now, in my third year, all I feel is exhaustion from work.
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Looking back on these three years, what do you feel you've gained?
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After 18 years, I finally left.
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Oh, I was wondering what was up with you!
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I'm about to graduate and start an internship. Planning to come to Shenzhen to work and do some exploring on the side.
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Go for it! You got this!
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I hate Shenzhen!
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If you hate Shenzhen, then what city do you like?
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It's been ten years since I moved to Shenzhen from Hangzhou. I've bought a house and car, started a company, and opened a shop here. I'll most likely retire in this city.
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Anyone who can put down roots and thrive in a place like Shenzhen is truly impressive
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