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Crossroads: The New Graduate's Dilemma in Taiwan

Taipei School of Economic and Political Science

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In this episode, we navigate into the economic complexity of Taiwan's labor market through the lens of a distinguished student and new graduate Jacqueline, a 4th-year business student. We examine the formidable challenges these young professionals encounter as they enter a fiercely competitive job landscape, added to the heavy weight of societal and familial expectations. The narrative unfolds to reveal the complex interplay between individual career aspirations and the broader economic and cultural pressures that define success in the Taiwanese context.