075 - The Nutrient Coconut Milk of Sin (w/ Katherine Green!)

TL;DR

Don't feel guilty about choosing a non-STEM career if you are happy and still utilize the problem-solving skills you gained from your degree.

Transcript

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Key Insights

• 😆 It is unnecessary to feel guilty about not using your STEM degree every day if you are satisfied with your current job and still utilize the skills you gained.
• 💨 There are various ways to utilize the problem-solving skills gained from a STEM degree, even if you are not in a directly related field.
• ❓ Prioritizing your own happiness and fulfillment in your career is important.
• 🌍 Feeling guilty about career choices is common, but it is important to focus on one's own satisfaction and contributions to the world.

Questions & Answers

Q: Should I feel guilty for not using my STEM degree every day at my current job?

No, feeling guilty is unnecessary if you are happy with your current job and still utilize the problem-solving skills you gained from your degree.

Q: Am I doing a disservice to the world by not utilizing my STEM degree more?

No, as long as you are satisfied with your current job and still using your problem-solving skills, you are contributing to the world in your own way.

Q: Should I change my job to one that is more related to my degree?

Only consider changing your job if you are unhappy and unsatisfied with your current one. It is important to prioritize your own happiness and fulfillment.

Q: Is it common to feel guilty about not using a STEM degree?

Many people may feel this way, but it is important to remember that there are different ways to utilize the skills gained from a STEM degree, and happiness in your chosen career field should be a priority.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Sarah, who has a degree in mathematics, feels guilty for not using her STEM degree every day at her job in an industrial supply company. However, she still uses her problem-solving skills.

• It is not necessary to have a job directly related to your degree in order to utilize the skills you gained from it.

• Feeling guilty about not using your degree more is unnecessary if you are happy and satisfied with the work you are doing.