This is for my business oriented people (girlies mainly), so if you are one, you want to move closer.

 How K-dramas address everything and anything is no longer news. I mean, we cracked the code a long time ago, right? And yeah, here’s another one, but this time, for the business gurus.

If you are trying to avoid business mistakes like split ends, you need that tip to get started, make your business the real deal, or you are just that entrepreneur who likes collecting ideas like trophies, here are 5 business K-dramas with both subtle and direct messages for you to watch.

Start Up

Start Up is basically a techpreneur’s hustle manual wrapped in a K-Drama. It follows a group of young founders trying to make it big in Korea’s version of Silicon Valley, where every investor pitch feels like a life-or-death moment. You’ve got Seo Dal-mi chasing her dream of being a CEO and Nam Do-san trying to prove he’s more than just a coding genius. Along the way there’s rivalry, heartbreak, betrayal, and a whole lot of late nights and risky decisions. If you’re into business, it’s an inspiring and emotional take on what it really means to build something from scratch.

Itaewon Class

Itaewon Class is that underdog story that hits hard and inspires at the same time. It’s about Park Sae-ro-yi who starts with nothing but a dream and a whole lot of anger, and decides to open a bar in Itaewon to take down the powerful company that destroyed his life. He’s not your typical businessman, but he’s got crazy drive and sticks to his values no matter what. As his tiny bar grows into something big, you see how leadership, loyalty, companionship and staying true to yourself can actually win in business. If you're into stories about hustle with heart, this one’s a must.

A Virtuous Business

This one’s about a bold woman who flips her quiet conservative town on its head by selling adult products. It sounds wild, but the business lessons are gold. She teaches you to fear no one, tap into what people really want, and create demand where others only see taboo. It’s all about knowing your market and having the guts to go for it. At its core, it’s a story of smart selling, confidence, and turning stigma into success. You get?

Crazy Love

Crazy Love is a wild ride that mixes romance, revenge, and business chaos in the most entertaining way. It follows a genius CEO who fakes amnesia after a death threat and his overworked secretary, who pretends to be his fiancée while hiding her own secrets. Beneath all the drama, there’s a fun look at corporate power plays, toxic leadership, and what happens when your personal life and business collide. It’s messy, hilarious, and somehow still manages to sneak in lessons about trust, ambition, and second chances. If you like your business stories with a side of chaos and heart, this one delivers.

Search WWW

Search: WWW is a South Korean drama that follows three competitive women in their late 30s, all working at rival web portal companies. The series explores their careers, relationships, and personal struggles as they navigate the high-stakes, cutthroat world of the internet industry. It dives into the fierce battle for online dominance, showing how digital marketing, SEO, and online branding strategies are used to stay ahead. The drama also highlights the power of algorithms and how they influence consumer behavior and market trends. In a world where online presence is everything, Search: WWW proves that, without visibility, your business is at a serious disadvantage.

And that’s a wrap! Sometimes all you have to do is look beyond the delulu vibes of a K-Drama and your useful lesson will be staring right at you. I hope you do that while watching these series, and thank me later.