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#RI-6a6afafd·6 months ago·
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Lookback: 1 year after graduation

Pursuing engineering degree without confidence in technical skills

I feel lost and unprepared for a career in engineering

What I wish I knew
"I should have explored career options before choosing engineering"
If I could tell you one thing
"Focus on acquiring practical skills and gaining work experience before choosing a career path"
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9/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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