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What role did your personal hobbies and experiences play in choosing a career?
Or what experiences or jobs that you had in high school and college informed/influenced the position and field you are in now?
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Al’s Answer
My hobby turned into my dream job! I used to love making videos just for fun. One day, while working with a team to teach others about a new app, someone mentioned how helpful a video would be. That's when I excitedly shared my passion for video creation! Now, I'm a video and motion graphics designer at the company.
The important lesson here is to always be prepared to share your unique talents at work and say yes to opportunities! You never know where it might lead you, and it could turn your job into something you truly enjoy doing!
The important lesson here is to always be prepared to share your unique talents at work and say yes to opportunities! You never know where it might lead you, and it could turn your job into something you truly enjoy doing!
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Andrew’s Answer
This is a great question! I've always felt like I belong outside, and found my passion for camping and hiking throughout high school. I also have always loved puzzles, coding, and riddles, and have been known to spend hours on crosswords and sudoku. In college I learned a lot about climate change and policy, as well as how technology can help companies and individuals better monitor their carbon footprint. My job now is basically developing technology tools that help companies make greener solutions, which in turn protects these outdoor spaces. It's not a direct line, but it has a real impact, an impact I knew I wanted to have once I discovered my love for these places.
The connection may not always be obvious, but if you focus on what you enjoy, my experience is life sort of guides you towards opportunities, especially if you think optimistically :)
The connection may not always be obvious, but if you focus on what you enjoy, my experience is life sort of guides you towards opportunities, especially if you think optimistically :)
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Daniel’s Answer
Well, that's an interesting question. I would say that my personal hobbies and experiences have definitely played a role in shaping my career path. For example, I've always been interested in technology and how it can be used to solve problems and improve people's lives. This interest led me to pursue a college degree that eventually to a career in technology.
In addition, I've always been passionate about leadership and helping others to achieve their goals. This passion has driven me to seek out leadership roles in my career and to focus on building strong teams and empowering others to succeed. It may seem like a curious response, but online role-playing games played a role in shaping how I work with others, look at problems, and get the most out of limited resources.
Overall, I think that our personal experiences and interests can definitely influence our career choices. It's important to find a career that aligns with our passions and values, as this can lead to greater job satisfaction and fulfillment. Of course, it's also important to be open to new experiences and to be willing to take risks and try new things, as this can lead to unexpected opportunities and growth.
In addition, I've always been passionate about leadership and helping others to achieve their goals. This passion has driven me to seek out leadership roles in my career and to focus on building strong teams and empowering others to succeed. It may seem like a curious response, but online role-playing games played a role in shaping how I work with others, look at problems, and get the most out of limited resources.
Overall, I think that our personal experiences and interests can definitely influence our career choices. It's important to find a career that aligns with our passions and values, as this can lead to greater job satisfaction and fulfillment. Of course, it's also important to be open to new experiences and to be willing to take risks and try new things, as this can lead to unexpected opportunities and growth.
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Sam’s Answer
Even if hobbies and experiences don't directly play into what you do for a living, they restore you and keep you at your best. I've found that my hobbies and and experiences have had a boost to my soft skills like improving how I show up and present ideas in different settings.
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Madi’s Answer
Hi Joy,
As a child, I was fascinated by mysteries and detective work. I would watch TV shows and read articles related to this field. Additionally, I enjoyed working with numbers and solving equations. That's why I decided to pursue Forensic Accounting as my major in graduate school. I wanted to choose a career that genuinely excited me and aligned with my interests, making each workday enjoyable.
Apart from this, I had other hobbies like dancing and writing short stories, which I still engage in for fun outside of work. In conclusion, even if your hobbies don't become your profession, it's essential to select a career that truly captivates you!
As a child, I was fascinated by mysteries and detective work. I would watch TV shows and read articles related to this field. Additionally, I enjoyed working with numbers and solving equations. That's why I decided to pursue Forensic Accounting as my major in graduate school. I wanted to choose a career that genuinely excited me and aligned with my interests, making each workday enjoyable.
Apart from this, I had other hobbies like dancing and writing short stories, which I still engage in for fun outside of work. In conclusion, even if your hobbies don't become your profession, it's essential to select a career that truly captivates you!
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John’s Answer
Joy,
What influenced me into going into the field I am in now is not a hobby or anything like it but rather having a disability and I was a patient at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia. I saw many children while there with disabilities much worse than mine and I just somehow wanted to help them. This was during the time of polio epidemic in the 50's and 60's. I decided in my teen years that I wanted to somehow go into the field of medicine but not sure what field. When I took biochemistry, I became passionate to the field because of the influence my professor had on me. I then decided I wanted to do research in the field of pediatrics or neurology. After 17 years of studying adult disorders, I became very lucky and started working at CHOP, studying cardiopulmonary bypass and its effect on the brain. Since then, I have been volunteering my research experience using my personal equipment with children in the Philadelphia School District to try and advance them into STEM since many scientists will not be around forever and not many are going into the field. I want to try and gain their interest in the field and get more children in the field of STEM.
What influenced me into going into the field I am in now is not a hobby or anything like it but rather having a disability and I was a patient at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia. I saw many children while there with disabilities much worse than mine and I just somehow wanted to help them. This was during the time of polio epidemic in the 50's and 60's. I decided in my teen years that I wanted to somehow go into the field of medicine but not sure what field. When I took biochemistry, I became passionate to the field because of the influence my professor had on me. I then decided I wanted to do research in the field of pediatrics or neurology. After 17 years of studying adult disorders, I became very lucky and started working at CHOP, studying cardiopulmonary bypass and its effect on the brain. Since then, I have been volunteering my research experience using my personal equipment with children in the Philadelphia School District to try and advance them into STEM since many scientists will not be around forever and not many are going into the field. I want to try and gain their interest in the field and get more children in the field of STEM.
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Craig’s Answer
Hello Joy,
That's a thoughtful and significant question. When your job aligns with your current experiences, hobbies, and passions, it feels less like work. I recommend investigating the area where your interests and expertise meet, and look for individuals who are making a living from those activities.
It might not be immediately obvious, so be ready to dig deeper than you might anticipate, but this research will undoubtedly provide valuable insights. As you begin to make career decisions, these types of discussions will consistently offer useful points of reference. There's no wasted effort, just a continuous growth of knowledge and diverse viewpoints.
Best regards,
Craig
That's a thoughtful and significant question. When your job aligns with your current experiences, hobbies, and passions, it feels less like work. I recommend investigating the area where your interests and expertise meet, and look for individuals who are making a living from those activities.
It might not be immediately obvious, so be ready to dig deeper than you might anticipate, but this research will undoubtedly provide valuable insights. As you begin to make career decisions, these types of discussions will consistently offer useful points of reference. There's no wasted effort, just a continuous growth of knowledge and diverse viewpoints.
Best regards,
Craig