We skip the intro and get real about college, internships, and how to build a career in a world where AI changed the entry ladder. We share honest regrets, better playbooks for freshers, and why managers should hire for outcomes over pedigree. • how a recording glitch shifts the vibe and sparks a candid tone • reflections on ignoring goals and the cost of busy seasons • cold weather banter that turns into perspective on change • megaquake anxiety as a metaphor for rapid shifts in work • college regrets and the case for work first, education second • why internships and apprenticeships create the right why • adult learning barriers and degree bloat frustrations • AI reshaping entry-level programming and utility work • hiring for outcomes, portfolios, and referrals over degrees • building people skills through teams, clubs, and sports • learning broadly while you can, then specializing with purpose • practical guidance for freshers to find direction and community Join our Discord: go into your show notes, click the link tree, join the Discord. If you want to support the show, you can do so by buying us a coffee. If you want to get some swag, you can do that in the link tree as well. Please consider sharing corporate strategy with someone you care about, a fresher perhaps. Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!
