Brilio.net - Dede Sunandar , a comedian who often graces the screen with his funny antics, apparently had to swallow a bitter pill in his political journey. In the 2024 Election, Dede tried his luck by running as a member of the Bekasi City DPRD.
For the sake of campaign capital, he was even willing to sell two of his cars. However, his steps towards the legislative seat were halted, with only 20 votes. This failure was certainly a heavy blow for Dede, who finally decided to take a break from the entertainment world.
It turns out that behind his absence from the entertainment world, Dede is now busy pursuing a new profession that is very different from before. He decided to enter the medical device industry and work for one of the companies engaged in that field.
"I was actually in a PT in the medical equipment division and worked in the social media division. So I was on hiatus from TV, sometimes TV would call me, but I was in Jogja. So I was taking care of medical equipment in that area," said Dede as quoted by brilio.net from Kapanlagi, Thursday (26/9).
Dede Sunandar rises from adversity
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The decision to take a break from the entertainment world was not an easy one for Dede. However, he felt that working in the medical device industry offered better stability for his future.
"On TV, it's like saying I have to prepare after me. What I mean is, even if I sell, there's still this job. But, ah, this seems more promising for my career in the future," he said.
Despite moving on to a new job, Dede has not completely left the entertainment world. If there is an offer that fits his schedule, he still accepts the opportunity to appear on television.
"If there is a call like this, I will come. If there isn't, then I will work there," he said.
Working in the medical device sector brings new challenges for Dede. As part of the marketing team, Dede is tasked with introducing health products to various hospitals. He has to move from city to city, visiting regional public hospitals (RSUD) to private hospitals to offer the medical devices produced by his company.
"I went to the field section, thank God. So I went to regional hospitals, to private hospitals, state hospitals. Continued to brand our company. Our company is in this field, if you need medical equipment, you can come here at this price. So we are the ones who chat like that," explained Dede.
Dede Sunandar rises from adversity
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The beginning of Dede's involvement in this job is actually quite unique. Initially, he only filled the event as a host (MC) for the company. However, after getting to know the owner of the company better, Dede was offered to join officially.
"Initially I was just an MC, then I was offered a job at PT. I thought, why not? Finally I accepted the offer," Dede recalled.
In addition, Dede also mentioned that his work in the field of medical devices is quite promising. Because, this job can provide a clear career path, so he can plan his future better.
"You've been able to save and you've also had a career path. It's also facilitated by having a vehicle, by having a house. Yes, according to Dede, that's very extraordinary for a Dede like that," he said.
Even though his salary in this new job is not as big as what he got in the entertainment world. However, Dede feels satisfied with his current income.
"Alhamdulillah. It's not big (the salary), but it's enough. There are some, people are given vehicles and houses. Alhamdulillah. Our results mean that we are fulfilled. Fulfilled. It's nice, really," he said.
Dede admitted that losing his legislative candidacy was a turning point in his life. However, through hard work and perseverance, he managed to rise and find new opportunities that not only provided a living, but also happiness for his family.