Why I Started “Freshers to Shipping” | My Inspiring Journey and 10 Years of Experience Guiding Graduates into the Shipping Industry

 

 

Introduction — The Problem No One Talks About

Hi, this is A.B.Q, a shipping professional, blogger and author of Freshers to Shipping.

Through Freshers to Shipping, I share my real journey from jobless to shipping professional.

Every year, millions of graduates finish college with big dreams. But after graduation, many find themselves jobless, confused, and unsure about what to do next.

If you are also in that stage right now — please remember this:
You are not alone.
Every one of us crosses this phase in life.

I was also one of you.

I completed my B.Sc. in Chemistry in 2015. I was not a topper or a distinction student.

I was just an average learner who cleared my arrears and passed with 60%.

On my last day of college, I took photos in my graduation gown with my friends — happy but scared about what was coming next.

College life was full of fun, friends, and memories. It went by faster than I imagined. But after graduation, real life started — and it was nothing like college.

Today, I’m a shipping professional with 10 years of experience in NVOCC and logistics, writing this to guide you — because I’ve gone through the same struggle that every fresher and job seeker faces after college.

 

The Jobless Phase — Six Months That Changed Everything

After graduation, I didn’t get a job for six months.

In the first month, I enjoyed my free time watching movies all day.
But from the second month, I started feeling strange.
By the third month, fear slowly took over my mind.

Thoughts like:

“Why am I still jobless?”
“What will my parents think?”
“How will I face relatives?”

I started feeling ashamed even to sit in front of my mom and dad. I avoided conversations, and even lost interest in eating, and started staying outside more.

I went to pray daily, spending more time in the masjid, coming home late, just to escape the pressure I was feeling.

It was the first time in my life I felt that kind of emotional stress.

No one tells you how hard that phase is — when you start to think maybe something is wrong with you.

But trust me — it’s not you.

The real problem is not that freshers don’t have skills.
The real problem is that they don’t have guidance.

And that’s the reason I started Freshers to Shipping.

 

The Moment That Changed My Life

One night, after prayer, I heard my neighbor talking to my friend saying that a shipping company was about to open a new branch in our town and that they were looking for candidates.

My friend politely said no because he was from an electrical background. So, he willing to work in his professional based only. It is not wrong. It is his determination.

Suddenly, my neighbor turned to me and asked me if I was willing to work in shipping company he will give details for that.

I didn’t even think twice. I immediately asked that person for details.

Honestly, I didn’t even know what a shipping company was at that time! I just needed a job. But I believed this could be my opportunity — my answer after months of prayer and fear.

That night, I told my parents about it. They were so happy and hopeful.

The next morning, I called the manager. He asked me to come quickly for the interview.

I took my cycle and went there immediately — just 15 minutes away.

When I reached there, the manager introduced me to General Manager (He is the person who interviews candidate), He spoke to me kindly, asked about my background, and looked at my confidence and attitude.

He liked how I spoke.

Then he said something I’ll never forget:

“Okay, we’ll take you. What’s your expected salary?”

I replied honestly:

“Sir, it’s my first job after college. I don’t know what to expect. You can decide what’s fair for a fresher like me.”

He smiled and said,

“Then we’ll start you with ₹10,000 per month.”

At that time, my father’s salary was ₹8,000. So, imagine my happiness! In 2015, a ₹10,000 job for a fresher in my little town was a big deal — and more importantly, I could finally support my family.

 

The First Salary — A Memory I’ll Never Forget

When I got my first salary, I went home excited. My father wasn’t home yet, but my mom was. I gave her the money first.

She held it in her hands and started crying — not out of sadness, but out of pure joy.

That moment changed my life.

When my father came home, my mom asked me to hand the salary to him. He smiled and said jokingly,

“Are you sure this isn’t a prank?”

I laughed and said,

“No, Dad. This is real. It’s my first salary.”

He was proud and blessed me saying,

“You will go higher and higher. Keep working hard.”

Those words and my mom’s happy tears made me promise myself:

“No matter how hard it gets, I will never quit my current job until I get a best one than this.”

That single moment gave me strength, purpose, and direction.

From that day, I decided — no matter what happens, I’ll keep learning and growing.

 

My Journey in the Shipping Industry

When I joined the shipping company, I knew nothing.
I thought shipping meant building or operating ships!

But once I started working, my eyes opened to a whole new world —
a world that runs global trade, connects countries, and powers economies.

“if you want, see the source: UNCTAD’s latest report, it tells maritime transport is the backbone of global trade, carrying over 80% of goods traded worldwide. It connects industries and countries, moving raw materials to factories and delivering finished products to consumers — driving economic growth and creating jobs across the world“

Now come again to my story, I discovered that shipping companies, logistics firms, and NVOCC operators handle everything from import/export documentation to customer communication.

I joined as a junior documentation trainee — the experience I gained was priceless.

Within six months, I learned about:

 

• • Import and export procedures

• • Email communication with clients

• • NVOCC / Freight forwarding basics

• • Documentation and coordination

 

Why the Shipping Industry Is Perfect for Freshers

I realized something important about this field:

• • Shipping companies hire freshers without hesitation if they show eagerness to learn.

• • They train beginners on the job, step by step.

• • They give international exposure even within the first year.

The shipping and logistics sector doesn’t demand high-level technical degrees.
What it looks for is attitude, communication skills, and willingness to learn.

I am telling you now — you don’t need to be perfect; you just need to start.

If I could find my career path here, so can you.

 

The Turning Point — Seeing the Real Gap

As I continued my career, I had some opportunity to meet students and job seekers who reminded me of my younger self.

Whenever I talked to them, I noticed one big issue — no proper guidance.

Also, when I see our society, I feel sad sometimes. There are so many graduates who really want to work hard but have no clear direction.

Most of them don’t even know that shipping, logistics, and freight forwarding companies are open to freshers and willing to train beginners with zero experience.

Instead, most of them are pushed into paths they don’t really enjoy — like bank exams or government jobs or IT — only because people around them say it’s “safe.”

But I’ve seen the truth.

If you put your heart into learning, the shipping industry can take you to great heights. You can start as a trainee, grow step by step into a manager, and maybe one day, even run your own logistics company.

I know these words may sound big to you, Even, if you don’t believe the “big dream” part now, at least believe this — a job in your hand will definitely support your financial life.

That’s for sure.

Dear, now I’m in a different stage of life. I’m married, my wife is a doctor, and we are well settled. I thank God for that.

Now I’m planning my own business, but before that, I want to be useful to students, job seekers, and freshers.

Because when I see our society today — so many young people confused, stressed, and scared about their future — I feel I must share what I’ve learned.

That’s why I started “Freshers to Shipping.”
This is not just a blog — this is my way of helping the next generation find their job and start their career with confidence.

 

The Birth of “Freshers to Shipping”

When I started thinking about this platform, one line kept repeating in my mind:

“From Freshers… to Shipping.”

It perfectly explained what I wanted to do — help confused graduates become confident professionals in the shipping and logistics industry.

I didn’t want to make just another career blog – I wanted to build something real.

If I am not wrong, back then, there were no blogs or mentors explaining shipping company basics, NVOCC operations, or how to prepare for interviews.
Even the internet was not that strong at that time.

But now everything is online — so I decided, let this knowledge also be online.

That’s how Freshers to Shipping was born —
a platform where I share my real experience, career knowledge, and practical advice to help graduates find their first job in shipping with confidence.

Everything I create — my ebook, blog posts, YouTube videos, LinkedIn articles, and Quora answers — has one purpose:

To help freshers move from unsure to unstoppable through my Freshers To Shipping Platforms.

 

What You’ll Find on Freshers to Shipping

Over time, I understood one thing —
Freshers don’t just need motivation; they need clear direction.

That’s why I created this platform and my eBook.

1. Step-by-Step Career Guides

Learn how a shipping company really works and what each department does.
From NVOCC basics to the import-export process, I explain everything in simple, easy English.

2. Shipping Words You Must Know

You’ll learn 50+ important shipping terms that can help you in interviews.
Each word is explained in a simple, real-life way — so you can remember easily and talk confidently like a pro.

3. Interview Tips and Confidence Building

Find real HR questions and answers, communication examples, and ways to talk about your skills — even if you have zero experience.

I also share useful content across social media —
Instagram, LinkedIn, Quora, Medium, and YouTube — where I talk about shipping basics, communication skills, email writing, motivational stories, and global trade insights.

Every piece of content I create has one goal —
to help you, the fresher who’s ready to grow, take your first confident step into your career in shipping.

 

My Ebook — A Complete Guide for Any Graduate Freshers to get job in shipping company

I wrote my ebook:
“Get Your First Job in a Shipping Company.”

This book is not theory — its real experience written in simple words.

You’ll learn:

 

• • How shipping companies work

• • What NVOCC operations are

• • The 50+ shipping basics every fresher should know

• • Real interview Q&As

• • How to build confidence and professional attitude

I wrote this eBook in easy English so anyone can understand — even if you’re not from a shipping background.

Each chapter helps you grow step by step — from zero knowledge to job-ready.

If you’re serious about starting your career, you can get this ebook on my website homepage.
It’s made specially for graduates and job seekers who want to get their first job fast and confidently.

 

My Mission and Vision

When I look at today’s graduates, I see so much talent — but not enough guidance.
Some lose hope. Some follow paths they don’t enjoy.
And many keep waiting for something to change.

I’ve been there — and I know how it feels.

So I started Freshers to Shipping with one mission:

To guide 100,000 graduates to get their first job in the shipping industry confidently.

And my vision is simple:

To make the shipping and logistics industry one of the most beginner-friendly fields in the world —
where every fresher gets a fair chance to learn, grow, and succeed.

Because truly —
the right guidance can change a life faster than any degree.

 

Conclusion — From Me to You

If you are a graduate or job seeker reading this — maybe sitting at home, feeling lost or comparing yourself with others —
please remember:

You are not late. You are not alone.

I was once in your place.
I was jobless, scared, and confused.
But my life changed the day I took one small step forward — the day I said “yes” to an opportunity.

That one step took me into the shipping industry — and it changed everything.

That’s the same reason I built Freshers to Shipping, to help you take your own first step toward your career.

You don’t need to be a topper or have experience.
You just need to believe in yourself and move forward, one step at a time.

Start small.
Learn daily.
Keep moving forward.

That’s how you grow from fresher → professional.

And through Freshers to Shipping, I’ll keep guiding you with everything I’ve learned in the shipping field.

Everything I learned — from shipping basics to interview tips, communication, and confidence —
I’ve shared with you through my ebook and this platform.

Get Your First Job in a Shipping Company —
your complete guide to start your career in shipping and logistics, even with zero experience.

It’s available now on my Freshers to Shipping for anyone ready to start their journey

So, Start your journey today

My friend, don’t lose hope.
One day, your parents will smile with happy tears,
just like my mom did when I gave her my first salary. That moment is waiting for you too.
Keep going.