Founder’s report: 2024

A fresh grad’s earnings.

And, just like that, tomorrow is a brand new year. But first, The Malaysianist’s maiden founder’s report.

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The Malaysianist ends 2024 on a just-enough-to-get-by note. Earnings enough for a hobby, not so for a part-time job and definitely not anywhere near a full-time salary.

Let’s get to it: