Former Uber driver rejected by 25 medical schools celebrates as he finally becomes a doctor
- Tik Tok users are in awe after a former Uber driver decided to share his video celebrating in a new robe after bagging a medical qualification as a doctor
- The newly-qualified doctor, @JakeGoodman.Med says he almost felt defeated after numerous rejections but believed that he will qualify one day and that he respects Uber drivers
- Many comments are in one voice, that is to share emotions and congratulated the young Doctor, Goodman
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A Tik Tok user going by the name of @JakeGoodman.Med has shared a cool video clip showing him in a graduation garment as he just bagged a qualification as a doctor.
He says he was driving Uber and was denied by 25 medical schools as he wanted to pursue studies in the medical field.
The man has posted a short video clip depicting a timeline of events in how he eventually managed to fulfil his lifelong dream. He said in the video:
“I finished med school this week. Let this be the sign to keep grinding. I believe in you.”
Just like many, @JakeGoodman.med has inspired fellow users or followers in their success, YEN.com.gh takes a look at some of the comments.
@Sara said:
"How is it possible to feel such happiness and pride for a stranger. Congratulations Doctor.”
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@Emily said:
“Instant tears in my eyes. Congratulations and May God continue to bless you.”
@Horace Gold said:
“Not me crying over a stranger’s success.”
@Shawn Thomas said
“So inspirational Jake.”
@Doctor Dana said:
“This gave me chills, congrats Jake.”
@Kojo Sarfo said:
“Love this one brother. Dr. Jake.”
@Chrissy CRNA said:
“Yay congratulations. Love that broad street shot.”
Source: UGC
@Bryce Xavier said:
“Yes, let’s go. Congrats to you.”
In other stories, YEN.com.gh wrote a story where some people are setting the standard for how vigorously and determinedly we should be chasing our dreams.
A young South African man recently headed online to celebrate getting his Master's Degree in Business Administration.
Many of his friends and followers loved to see his success and quickly headed to the comment section to share just how proud they were of him. Read a few of their thoughtful messages below:
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