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Whats your first choice career and how are you planning on accomplishing it?

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Tushar’s Answer

Venture capital (VC) within life sciences. After completing undergrad I was convinced I wanted to do research, but slowly found that I enjoyed the strategic and business side of science. I took on a mentor lead role for medical device hackathon and helped co-found an environmental accelerator to combine my interest in health and environment. Both led me to deciding in continuing my education by getting a Masters in Biomedical Innovation and Development. While pursuing my degree I became involved 2 VC engagements to learn the ropes of early stage investing. I am now in management consulting to gain skills in effectively summarizing large amounts of information and presenting to clients involved within healthcare. Moving forward I am positioning myself to be involved in mergers & acquisitions and due diligence work to improve my financial capabilities. I plan to re-evaluate myself in 2 years to see my standing and what I have accomplished on my engagements. I have been considering an MBA, but shall see where my path takes me in the next 2 years.

Tushar recommends the following next steps:

Write down your career choice and frame it for 2 - 5 years to set short term goals.
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Marcello’s Answer

Initially i thought that i would be a musician: i started in 5th grade to go to conservatory of music playing violin. To be honest, i dont know how i ended up there: i remember that one of my teacher noticed that i had particular interest of music and i ended up into a 100% music school, despite my parents were never into the music at all. Lesson learnt number 1 - we should all have parents that are willing to support aspirations of kids, also in case they are not close enough to that specific experience (in this case, Music). We should be able to have a conversation about what we like and be given space to cultivate it.

When i reached the university, i realized that i was a mediocre musician and that i wouldnt be able to have a satisfactory career in violin. From day to night i decided to stop playing violin (something that i have done for at least 6 hours a day for 10 years) and put all my energy in studying business administration. it was a big and sudden "career change" with a lot of unanswered questions. Lesson learnt number 2 - We shouldnt be scared to change path in life. It happens. We need to be resilient and use the change of direction as an opportunity to do better. We should all have the chance of having supporting parents or friends that believe in our capabilities. I have been lucky to have my parents never questioning me on the new direction. Yet, we need to be confident that we are going in the right direction. Listening to friends and family that have been goign through career development experiences is VERY important.

My first job was as Controller in a Telecom Operator. I had to move city, know new people, and start a new job that i thought would have been interesting - it didnt! Lesson learnt 3 - you will not necessarily find your dream job at the first round. Be patient, keep learning on the job and keep trying to discover whether there are different jobs that are better for you and your family. CHange is good!!

WIsh you all the best in your quest for your career development
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