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If I could give some advice to my younger self, it would be this:

Growing up, I was always told that college was a necessity, and I became the first in my family to earn a Master’s degree.

But now, looking back, I’d say: Unless you're pursuing a specialized field like medicine or law, don’t waste your time and money on a degree. Instead, focus on getting experience in the industry you're passionate about, research it, study it on your own, and create your own path.

As my kids get older I think about what I will tell them and how I will guide them on the right path.

Do you think everyone needs a college degree? Let’s discuss

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I fully agree. I encouraged my younger brother (21) to not waste his time with university, based on his interests.

He started working at around age 17, as I had a few mates back home who could help him find the kind of work he enjoys.

My younger sister (18) wants to become a doctor and is studying hard to go study medicine for free.

I graduated from uni, with a first class degree, but it was really pointless. Most of the benefits I got was due to the fact that I moved to another country to study and had more opportunities because of that, not because of uni.

Like you said. Unless you want to study a handful of things, there's really no need for university. Doing a course, an apprenticeship or going to trade school is much better.

I totally agree. If it's a trade, you can usually pay out of pocket and skip the student loans while gaining real experience in the field you want.

For someone like your sister, I get that a degree is necessary—that makes sense.

I really think we need to start teaching this to the younger generation, highlighting the value of practical skills and different career paths.

100% agree. College has been monetized and captured. Higher education has lost its purpose. It no long cares if its customers are a success. Its just an industry now.

For example, If a student’s debt was allowed to be written off in a bankruptcy, the school would have a vested interest in giving a shit if the kid went on to a successful career… the current system is completely broken. Better off at a trade school.

I 100% agree. They really don’t care because they just want to make their money. It’s sad really and scary to think about for my kids and their future.

Its sad for the parents that are unaware, thats for sure.

There are simple options but so many parents are leaving the kids to be raised by their govt. its a mistake that cannot be undone.

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I agree. The real issue is that so many people are stuck in that 'old school mentality'—thinking we need a college degree, work a standard job, and save every penny to be successful. We’ve been programmed to see this traditional path as the only option, and it really limits our view of what’s possible.

It's time we challenge those outdated beliefs and explore different routes that can lead to real success and happiness.

i think you are right! we have to dollow our own paths and find out what happiness is for each of us and it is often not a huge paycheck!

Very true. Money can buy pretty things but it doesn’t always bring you happiness.

🎯 spot on