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Today’s episode asks the question: ‘Why do I still feel empty even though I got all of the degrees?’
- Imposter syndrome and degrees as compensation for low self-worth [02.35]
- Do more degrees equal more money? [04.45]
- Closing the knowledge gap [05.51]
- The ego boost of an advanced degree [07.21]
- Advancing yourself in your career confidently (with or without an advanced degree) [08.33]
- Things to think about before getting another degree [11.47]
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Quotes
“When you are creating that expectation that life is going to be better once you get the degree, you set yourself up for hurt, misery and just stress, and let’s not even get into the debt that comes with it.” – Christmas Hutchinson
“It’s actually more talent, more confidence, more putting yourself out there, and more taking risks, that’s gonna get you more money.” – Christmas Hutchinson
“I didn’t need, at that moment in time, an MBA. I needed confidence building, I needed leadership skills.” – Christmas Hutchinson
“Get crystal clear on how this degree is going to add to your life.” – Christmas Hutchinson
Hi Chrissy, thanks for sharing your informative positive experiences with us. It shows that being positive, surround yourself with people that are accomplishing their goals. I happen to be up close, personal and very proud of your success growing from being a shy person that always put others first, shy and being okay with just being okay blossom into a beautiful, happy, successful wonderful person, I should know since I am your MOTHER I am very proud of you. keep it up.
Thanks, mom for your wonderful note! It’s these notes that encourage me to keep sharing my experiences so that I can help others.