Applying an artistic mindset to Career Development
04/02/2022
Much like in the creative process, having an open mind and embracing change can help illuminate the way forward
Wei Huang
If I were asked what career question I hear the most from undergraduate students at my university, I would say it has to be, “What can I do with my degree?” As a career counsellor, I get this question so often that I wish I had a magic wand to wave to tell my students: “These are the exact types of jobs you can do when you graduate.” Unfortunately, there is no such certainty when it comes to one’s career future. This is particularly the case for those in general arts or science degrees who feel stuck on their program choices, not knowing that their degree does not define their career as some others might.
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