Re:Ask HN: What advice do you have for confused young people?
by nicbou on Sunday September 17, 2023 @11:22PM
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- It's really hard to give good business or career advice. It's like telling someone how to dance with just words. Keep an eye out for good advice, but don't expect a silver bullet.
- Some things just become clearer with time and practice. Be patient while learning soft skills in particular.
- Keep your list of obligations small. Give yourself a wide margin for play, experimentation and spontaneity. Good things happen when you can afford to follow your gut.
- Savings let you weather bad times and multiply the impact of your actions. They greatly reduce the cost of your decisions.
- You probably have a myopic view of the professional world, so don't make any rash decisions about your career. Take the time to try things and explore your options.
- Some things just become clearer with time and practice. Be patient while learning soft skills in particular.
- Keep your list of obligations small. Give yourself a wide margin for play, experimentation and spontaneity. Good things happen when you can afford to follow your gut.
- Savings let you weather bad times and multiply the impact of your actions. They greatly reduce the cost of your decisions.
- You probably have a myopic view of the professional world, so don't make any rash decisions about your career. Take the time to try things and explore your options.