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What made you guys choose the career you chose? What motivated you to continue to strive towards that goal and why do you still do it to this day?
I'm currently 17 and I will be heading into the neuromuscular system field(Neuroscience) to pursue my life long dream job of being a neurosurgeon so I can save lives.
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Braisha’s Answer
Hello,l hey
It's truly inspiring to see you stepping into your field with such a noble mission to save lives. That's a genuinely beautiful endeavor, and I wholeheartedly wish you a long and meaningful career.
As for me, I'm a designer and stylist, embarking on this entrepreneurial journey purely out of love for what I do. The joy of working for myself, the thrill of designing and styling people - it's all part of my passion. More than that, I find immense satisfaction in helping people build their confidence, whether it's through my advice during styling sessions or the transformative experience they undergo wearing my designs.
Indeed, it's a purposeful journey! I continue to do it to this day because it's something I would gladly do for free. I feel this is my unique way of serving people.
It's truly inspiring to see you stepping into your field with such a noble mission to save lives. That's a genuinely beautiful endeavor, and I wholeheartedly wish you a long and meaningful career.
As for me, I'm a designer and stylist, embarking on this entrepreneurial journey purely out of love for what I do. The joy of working for myself, the thrill of designing and styling people - it's all part of my passion. More than that, I find immense satisfaction in helping people build their confidence, whether it's through my advice during styling sessions or the transformative experience they undergo wearing my designs.
Indeed, it's a purposeful journey! I continue to do it to this day because it's something I would gladly do for free. I feel this is my unique way of serving people.
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Theodora’s Answer
Hi King,
That is a very valid question people need answers to. I chose pharmacy because I wanted to make a direct impact on people’s health by ensuring they receive the best medication therapy. I’m motivated by the chance to improve lives every day and the opportunity to keep learning in an ever-evolving field. Seeing how my mother struggled everyday to understand anti hypertensive medication and sleep-aids has been and will always be my everyday motivation, because I’m able to help my mother and even her friends, understand everything about their medications. It has made me thoughtful and patient with the elderly as well!
That is a very valid question people need answers to. I chose pharmacy because I wanted to make a direct impact on people’s health by ensuring they receive the best medication therapy. I’m motivated by the chance to improve lives every day and the opportunity to keep learning in an ever-evolving field. Seeing how my mother struggled everyday to understand anti hypertensive medication and sleep-aids has been and will always be my everyday motivation, because I’m able to help my mother and even her friends, understand everything about their medications. It has made me thoughtful and patient with the elderly as well!
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Viviana’s Answer
I chose my career path because I was able to understand and enjoyed learning the material even when it was hard I still found the ability to find a deeper meaning to the concepts and understand that I was learning for a bigger purpose.
For example, when I was in high school I had an amazing time learning the anatomy, even though it was difficult, I had a great teacher and I felt like after all my studying I was able to accomplish something that made me understand my body better.
For example, when I was in high school I had an amazing time learning the anatomy, even though it was difficult, I had a great teacher and I felt like after all my studying I was able to accomplish something that made me understand my body better.
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Cheri’s Answer
Hi King,
You have asked an insightful question. I chose to become a physical therapist initially because I thought that it would be an opportunity to combine my passion for sports with my desire to work in a people-oriented field. Along the way to becoming a physical therapist, I also discovered that I enjoy learning how the body works. Many years later, I am still working as a physical therapist, and I love sharing my knowledge about the body with my patients. The body is like a very intricate machine, and it is amazing how well it works when all the muscles work together correctly. My job as a physical therapist is to help solve the puzzle of what muscles are not doing their jobs correctly and help the patient correct their faulty movement patterns. I enjoy the problem-solving aspect of the job and sharing my knowledge with others. Additionally, helping people overcome their injuries and return to their desired activities is a definite other perk of the job.
Good luck on your path to becoming a Neurosurgeon!
You have asked an insightful question. I chose to become a physical therapist initially because I thought that it would be an opportunity to combine my passion for sports with my desire to work in a people-oriented field. Along the way to becoming a physical therapist, I also discovered that I enjoy learning how the body works. Many years later, I am still working as a physical therapist, and I love sharing my knowledge about the body with my patients. The body is like a very intricate machine, and it is amazing how well it works when all the muscles work together correctly. My job as a physical therapist is to help solve the puzzle of what muscles are not doing their jobs correctly and help the patient correct their faulty movement patterns. I enjoy the problem-solving aspect of the job and sharing my knowledge with others. Additionally, helping people overcome their injuries and return to their desired activities is a definite other perk of the job.
Good luck on your path to becoming a Neurosurgeon!
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Cheri’s Answer
Hi King,
You have asked an insightful question. I chose to become a physical therapist initially because I thought that it would be an opportunity to combine my passion for sports with my desire to work in a people-oriented field. Along the way to becoming a physical therapist, I also discovered that I enjoy learning how the body works. Many years later, I am still working as a physical therapist, and I love sharing my knowledge about the body with my patients. The body is like a very intricate machine, and it is amazing how well it works when all the muscles work together correctly. My job as a physical therapist is to help solve the puzzle of what muscles are not doing their jobs correctly and help the patient correct their faulty movement patterns. I enjoy the problem-solving aspect of the job and sharing my knowledge with others. Additionally, helping people overcome their injuries and return to their desired activities is a definite other perk of the job.
You have asked an insightful question. I chose to become a physical therapist initially because I thought that it would be an opportunity to combine my passion for sports with my desire to work in a people-oriented field. Along the way to becoming a physical therapist, I also discovered that I enjoy learning how the body works. Many years later, I am still working as a physical therapist, and I love sharing my knowledge about the body with my patients. The body is like a very intricate machine, and it is amazing how well it works when all the muscles work together correctly. My job as a physical therapist is to help solve the puzzle of what muscles are not doing their jobs correctly and help the patient correct their faulty movement patterns. I enjoy the problem-solving aspect of the job and sharing my knowledge with others. Additionally, helping people overcome their injuries and return to their desired activities is a definite other perk of the job.
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Hannah’s Answer
Hello King!
When it came to deciding the course of my future, I was certain about one thing - I wanted to make a difference in the lives of children. Initially, I considered becoming a teacher and even spent my summers as a daycare teacher. I absolutely adored the environment, but I felt a stronger pull towards the medical field. This led me to explore various roles such as a pediatric nurse, pediatric PA, nurse practitioner, and even a doctor. After much thought, I chose the path of a PA, as it offers a perfect blend of responsibility and the work-life balance I yearn for.
What fuels my journey is the desire to aid sick children. This is what I strive to achieve! My passion has always been to lend a helping hand, but children hold a unique spot in my heart. They are the epitome of innocence, looking up to us for guidance. In my current role, I find immense joy in interacting with children and their parents, offering my assistance wherever needed. I eagerly look forward to answering their queries about their child's health and devising a plan to restore their wellbeing.
Embarking on this path is challenging and not for the weak-hearted (neuroscience certainly isn't either!). But let me share a piece of advice my college advisor gave me during my freshman year. Whenever you find yourself struggling, visualize yourself in the white coat, and then dive back into your work.
Remember, you are capable of achieving anything you set your mind to!
When it came to deciding the course of my future, I was certain about one thing - I wanted to make a difference in the lives of children. Initially, I considered becoming a teacher and even spent my summers as a daycare teacher. I absolutely adored the environment, but I felt a stronger pull towards the medical field. This led me to explore various roles such as a pediatric nurse, pediatric PA, nurse practitioner, and even a doctor. After much thought, I chose the path of a PA, as it offers a perfect blend of responsibility and the work-life balance I yearn for.
What fuels my journey is the desire to aid sick children. This is what I strive to achieve! My passion has always been to lend a helping hand, but children hold a unique spot in my heart. They are the epitome of innocence, looking up to us for guidance. In my current role, I find immense joy in interacting with children and their parents, offering my assistance wherever needed. I eagerly look forward to answering their queries about their child's health and devising a plan to restore their wellbeing.
Embarking on this path is challenging and not for the weak-hearted (neuroscience certainly isn't either!). But let me share a piece of advice my college advisor gave me during my freshman year. Whenever you find yourself struggling, visualize yourself in the white coat, and then dive back into your work.
Remember, you are capable of achieving anything you set your mind to!
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Oishi’s Answer
Hi King!
That's an awesome career choice and I'm happy to see you are following your dream!
When choosing what to major in after high school, I looked into many factors: college/university location, course load/years of education required, potential income after graduation, career options available with the specific major/degree, work-life balance, and personal fulfillment.
I decided on pursuing the 6 year PharmD program at St. John's University after taking all the factors into consideration. I was motivated to work towards my goal of becoming a pharmacist by looking forward to having a great work-life balance, helping others daily, and earning a 3 figure salary after graduation. These 3 reasons are still important to me in the present in addition to my personal goal of being a life long learner and pursing other careers with my pharmacy degree.
That's an awesome career choice and I'm happy to see you are following your dream!
When choosing what to major in after high school, I looked into many factors: college/university location, course load/years of education required, potential income after graduation, career options available with the specific major/degree, work-life balance, and personal fulfillment.
I decided on pursuing the 6 year PharmD program at St. John's University after taking all the factors into consideration. I was motivated to work towards my goal of becoming a pharmacist by looking forward to having a great work-life balance, helping others daily, and earning a 3 figure salary after graduation. These 3 reasons are still important to me in the present in addition to my personal goal of being a life long learner and pursing other careers with my pharmacy degree.
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John’s Answer
Hi King,
That sounds like an amazing passion and vision for your career. I went to school for Archicture and now I work for a fortune 5 company doing Business Transformation using AI/GenAI. What I learned over time was that I really loved designing the future - and I was drawn to architecture because I loved the idea of bringing my ideas to life in reality. When architecture didn't work out, I found the same principles in strategic technology design which allows me to be creative, inquisitive, and build years in advance a plan (blueprint) to have teams actualize those plans in reality. I would recommend looking internally and asking - what about being a Neuroscience professional breathes fire into your body, mind and soul. Once you find that fire and passion, it's easy to lean into that passion and make it a really long and enjoying career. For me, what is most important boils down to 4 things: 1. Do I feel like I am learning and growing and enjoy the work 2. Do I have a good leader or mentor to guide me and advocate for me. 3. Does the job have the flexibility for work and life (I have strong family goals) and 4. Financially - do I feel like the compensation is fair (and really becomes just a reward for doing what you love). Hope this helps!
That sounds like an amazing passion and vision for your career. I went to school for Archicture and now I work for a fortune 5 company doing Business Transformation using AI/GenAI. What I learned over time was that I really loved designing the future - and I was drawn to architecture because I loved the idea of bringing my ideas to life in reality. When architecture didn't work out, I found the same principles in strategic technology design which allows me to be creative, inquisitive, and build years in advance a plan (blueprint) to have teams actualize those plans in reality. I would recommend looking internally and asking - what about being a Neuroscience professional breathes fire into your body, mind and soul. Once you find that fire and passion, it's easy to lean into that passion and make it a really long and enjoying career. For me, what is most important boils down to 4 things: 1. Do I feel like I am learning and growing and enjoy the work 2. Do I have a good leader or mentor to guide me and advocate for me. 3. Does the job have the flexibility for work and life (I have strong family goals) and 4. Financially - do I feel like the compensation is fair (and really becomes just a reward for doing what you love). Hope this helps!