What are people’s thoughts on changing careers after graduation?

Recent college graduates, under the pressure of the current job market, are forced to choose other industries; or the industry they prefer does not match their field of study, so they opt for a field that they like after graduating But what you learn in university is only what’s in books, such as chemical engineering: you spend four years in undergraduate studies and gain a solid grasp of your specialized knowledge, but once you go to the production line to start working, you’re on par with graduates from other fields. All you have more than them is that, with the same effort, you may learn faster than them. Regarding those friends who changed careers and chose the wrong one, as I see it, no matter what industry it is, if you don’t work hard, then there won’t be an industry that’s right for you! The above are just personal opinions, hehe!

Getting a university degree is equivalent to zero; it’s normal to switch to a field that suits one’s own development. Moreover, today’s university education is no longer elite-oriented but rather aimed at the general population. There’s no need to have an overinflated sense of self-importance – what’s important is learning how to think and analyze problems from different perspectives, understanding oneself, and finding a more suitable path for development :)

University education is no longer an elite-oriented system but rather a form of education for the general public. It would be great if higher education and vocational education could be integrated

Whether returning to work involves a different position or the original one, one should approach it with seriousness

I agree with what was said on the second floor: in any industry, as long as one is willing to work hard and keep learning, it’s possible to carve out a successful path for oneself. Although it lacks the theoretical foundation of a university, it has the quality foundation of one. As long as you work hard, anything is possible.

Study hard after graduation; it’s fine to work in a workshop as well – it’s important to acquire more skills and practical experience. Take a few years to hone your skills – generally 3 to 5 years – until you have acquired the necessary technical knowledge and practical experience. . . As for how to proceed, it depends on the benefits! ! !

Personally, I think these days one should learn a profession, engage in it, and love it. During the four years in university, one actually spends only about a year and a half studying specialized knowledge; most of the time is spent on basic courses. If one switches to a different field, it’s as if they have to start learning from scratch, but still, it takes time to master the skills once learning begins. Moreover, learning through practical application is more targeted, which might be even better than learning blindly at school or studying just to get a passing grade. Doing well in studies and performing well in one’s work is also related to an individual’s income, which in turn boosts motivation to learn. So changing careers is normal, as long as one is willing to put in the effort. Even if one doesn’t change careers at first, after working for a long time, they might switch from a technical role to a management role, which can also be considered a change of career.

What is learned at school is a learning ability, a way of thinking, and a quality. It would be a huge mistake to think that if one attends a certain school and studies a particular major, they can then live without worries. Few people manage to achieve something through their own expertise. The key is to have a positive mindset, keen insight, the courage to take action, and no fear of failure – success will ultimately be achieved. A successful person once said that one cannot decide on their future career before the age of 30.

What is learned in school is only the basics; more knowledge can be acquired through work in society. To enrich oneself, one doesn’t necessarily have to work in a specific field – it also depends on opportunities…… Life isn’t always smooth sailing. . One still has to walk the path themselves~

I have been working for two years now. At first, I learned about chemical engineering machinery, focusing on the design of commonly used such machinery. I chose to work at an established chemical plant – not one of those large state-owned enterprises. When I started working, I wanted to focus on equipment management, but once I was in that role, I realized that I needed to understand everything. There’s no such thing as a specialist who does everything for you; people just want you to do more work for them and give you trivial instructions. In the end, it’s up to you to rely on yourself; you must thoroughly understand the fundamental principles. Following others blindly will only prevent you from finding your way. To be honest, this job is really exhausting, but I’ve learned a lot. After all, you can work in any field within the chemical industry, right? ! !

Question: 1. When you were taking the college entrance exams, did you really like the major you applied for? 2. After graduation, you’re working in a field that’s not related to your major – do you really not like it? My view: Going to college is just about learning a way of self-study; what is learned are the fundamentals, and the specific content isn’t that important. There is after all a big gap between books and reality. Take a look at the current ministers/leaders in various departments – how many of them have a background in management? Most of them don’t come from science or engineering backgrounds; yet they do their jobs quite well, don’t they?

There are two issues: The first is the matter of networking – by giving up your original field of study, you essentially go your own way from most of your classmates; there are fewer people on the same path as you, and your network of contacts almost disappears. Second is the type of company you join: it’s fine to join a private company, but if you join a state-owned enterprise, they will check whether your major matches the one required there; having a relevant major is very important in such cases. Personally, I suggest not changing majors. As the saying goes: Rolling stones gather no moss, and changing careers doesn’t bring wealth. But the most crucial factor is still the opportunities. :) :) :victory:

One must truly do one’s work with passion. Reassure the leader

Attitude determines one’s height; details determine success or failure. No matter what you study or do. As long as one is willing to make the effort, there will surely be a reward.