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#RI-69ba7263·6 months ago·
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Lookback: 7 years after finishing school

“Worked hard in school, got good grades”

Still working customer service despite education and experience

What I wish I knew
"Maybe there's more to life than just good grades"
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider alternative paths to success"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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