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After a two-week hiatus, I am back with the fifth edition of my blog. Two weeks ago, I published a list of internships and some quick tips for landing your dream internship late in the game. Of course, you can find a list of two dozen open internships at the end of this post. I got your back!

This week, I wanted to share my three hot takes about college. Over the last two years, I have learned so much about career development, passion, and what success means to me. Presenting my three hot takes.

#1: I would rather find money doing what I love than find love in doing what I hate— even if there is money in the thing I hate.

I came into undergraduate as a pre-med health and environment major (I briefly flirted with psychology, health policy, biology, and about ten other majors). I lasted about a semester. Although I enjoyed patient care and had collected over 300 hours of clinical experience by the time I finished high school, I showed early signs of needing to be more passionate about medicine. I was only interested in practicing for a while. I wanted to open a private practice (business), work for a health non-profit (policy), or work in health communications for the CDC (marketing). I was still determining if I would even complete a traditional residency program. However, I did know medicine brought guaranteed job security (kind of?) and wealth (not in primary care, lol). I am now a proud advertising/public relations and public policy major.

First, I will acknowledge the privilege of getting to pursue your passion. I am graduating debt-free from undergraduate and attending a school where the total success rate for the Class of 2021 was 96 percent. The total success rate is the percentage of bachelor’s degree graduates who achieved a positive outcome (employment, self-employment, service/military, or continuing education) within six months after graduation. My parents completed an advanced degree and have been stably employed my entire childhood. A lot of my life has set me up to pursue my passion.

Now that I have acknowledged that, I will explain why I rather find money in a seemingly low-wage industry instead of being miserable in a high-wage field. The main reason, outside of personal happiness and fulfillment, is that I would be outhustled, outdone, and outworked in an industry I am not passionate about. When you are not sincere, it reflects everywhere. When I look at some of my friends who are computer science majors, on the pre-med path, or looking into other traditionally high-earning careers, they love it. They want to dedicate every spare moment to advancing their careers. I never felt that way about medicine, and I am so glad I am now pursuing the thing that makes work feel easy.

Finding money is complex. It takes networking, industry knowledge, creativity, and grit. It requires perfecting your craft and climbing the corporate ladder. It can mean being a freelance creative. It may mean living below your means for the first decade of your career. There are many types of income: Interest Income, Profit Income, Dividend Income, Rental Income, Capital Gains, etc. Don't ask me what that means, as I just started learning about finance and investing, but I am starting to free myself from the idea that a 9-5 is the only way to make money. One of my favorite platforms The Wall Street Skinny and their podcast. They have helped me improve my financial knowledge and set me up to learn how to manage and invest my money independently.

#2: I Invest Time in Cultivating My Brand as a College Student – and You Should Too

Many of my friends jokingly (or not jokingly) call me a LinkedIn warrior. When they think of how they know me, someone who is social and loves going out with them every weekend, they sometimes laugh because of how seriously I take my professional life. I used to be an avid Instagram poster, and I still am, but towards the end of my first year, I started to invest more time in creating and curating my professional personal brand.

To be technical, a personal brand refers to the unique combination of skills, experiences, values, and qualities that define and distinguish an individual from others. It encompasses how you present yourself to the world, online and offline, and influences how others perceive and interact with you. Building a personal brand involves intentionally shaping your image, reputation, and online presence to align with your goals, values, and aspirations. It's about showcasing your expertise, establishing credibility, and creating a memorable impression that sets you apart in your field or industry.

Creating a personal brand as a college student is crucial for differentiation in a competitive job market, effective networking, and professional development. It enables you to stand out from other candidates, showcase your unique skills and experiences, and make informed decisions about your academic and career path. By curating and managing your online presence, you can build credibility and trust with your audience, attract career opportunities, and lay the foundation for long-term success in your chosen field. Ultimately, investing in your brand as a college student opens doors to job opportunities, internships, mentorships, and collaborations while helping you establish yourself as a reputable and influential figure within your industry or area of expertise.

As a student, I actively encourage everyone to start podcasts, write blogs, create content, build websites, and engage in activities that will make them stand out.

#3 College isn't supposed to be fun

The notion that college is supposed to be fun is sadly false. College is a period dedicated to maximizing your potential as a post-grad. While socializing and occasional partying can be enjoyable and contribute to maintaining balance, the primary focus should be learning and personal development. Every opportunity to absorb knowledge, gain skills, and expand one's understanding of various subjects is pivotal to shaping a successful future career. It's essential to balance academic pursuits and leisure activities, but always with a keen awareness of the ultimate goal: leveraging the college experience to become the best version of oneself and to lay a solid foundation for future professional endeavors.

I had a very glamorized view of college. I was so excited about the football tailgates, the parties, and the late-night cookout runs with friends. It was very hard for me to accept that life has seasons, and the season of college is for work. To ensure a future season of comfort, you must endure a season of distress. I prefer to get mine done now, surrounded by other students going through the same things.

That's all for now.

Have the best week,

Lauryn

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