Ex-Google techie reveals how he bagged a 30% raise and promotion in just 8 months | Trending

A former Google employee based in San Francisco recently took to Threads to recount his journey at the tech giant. Joining as a Strateg in 2018, Jerry Lee faced initial challenges, with teammates perceiving him as a liability. “My first two months at Google? Honestly, they were weird,” Lee wrote. Ex-Google employee revealed how he secured a promotion and 30% raise just 8 months after joining.(Threads/jerryjhlee) (Also read: Ex Google employee from India reveals salary in new Canada job: ‘Can hardly survive’) He explained that colleagues encouraged him to “take it easy,” enjoy the perks, and explore the campus. “Part of me felt like they thought I was just some kid who couldn’t contribute much, especially since I was the youngest on a team with folks who were 6+ years out of school. I think they saw me as a potential ‘negative’ for the first few months,” he shared. Turning the tablesBored with inactivity after two months, Lee began seeking projects to prove his worth. His persence paid off when a manager assigned him a market landscape analysis. “I dove in, and that’s when I noticed it—one metric that was way off the charts. Turns out, it was a major product loophole that the team hadn’t spotted,” Lee explained. This discovery catapulted him into a leadership role on a high-stakes project involving two project managers, six engineers, five analysts, and other teams from operations and legal. “It was a huge deal. And that project? It led to a promotion within my first eight months and a 30% raise,” he revealed. A life-changing momentThe promotion and raise had a profound impact on Lee. “When I received the news, I broke down because this meant I could pay down my student loans faster and buy my parents a well-deserved vacation,” he shared in another post. His story ended with a motivational note for professionals: “Don’t wait for opportunities—create your own.” Check out the post here: Internet reacts with admirationThe post sparked a wave of reactions on Threads. One user wrote, “This is so inspiring. Taking the initiative really paid off for you!” Another commented, “Shows the importance of perseverance in any workplace.” A third user reflected, “It’s a reminder that even if you feel underestimated, you can prove your value.” (Also read: Ex-Google, Amazon employee quits 6-figure job to make pastries: ‘I’m happier’) Others shared similar sentiments, calling Lee’s journey a “wake-up call for self-starters” and praising his ability to turn challenges into triumphs. “Such a great story. Google truly is a land of opportunities,” one person remarked, while another added, “Love how you used your frustration to drive success.”