Comments on: I’ll Never Go Back to School

By: Babe In Sugarland

Babe In Sugarland — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 04:40:55 +0000

I'm so glad I found this post. As of last night my online college closed down. I was only a week in and now nothing. All of my classmates have been caught off guard with this. After the devastation wore off I decided to study on my own. You are right all the info I need for whatever it is I want to do is out there. I just need to find it. Great blog!

Ms. Babe

By: Matt Cheuvront

Matt Cheuvront — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:43:04 +0000

Good point – like you, there were a few classes that REALLY had an impact on where I am today, but none of them were directly related to my major, my marketing & journalism coursework wasn’t life-changing, which goes to show that there’s much more to be said (in my case) for those “life experiences” that really help define who you are and where you’re going. Thanks for the comment!

By: Brant Choate

Brant Choate — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:35:06 +0000

I wouldn’t be where I am today without my education, however it has nothing to do with teachers or classrooms. Instead school has been a great networking opportunity as well as a great place to develop a personal brand. Lastly, it’s been a great place for me to promote my company.

I’ve had a few classes that have changed my perspective or added value to my life, but no more than a blog or reading a book would or has.

By: Mr. Cantrell

Mr. Cantrell — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 23:22:14 +0000

Great thoughts Matt. I was referred to your post by http://www.drewmanic.com after he read one of my recent posts regarding a much needed paradigm shift in education. I’m a 6th grade social studies teacher, working more at shaping young minds than jading them with whats inevitably ahead in high school and college (if they choose).

Your point about experience mattering most is spot on. I teach by having gained personal observation, inner conscience, and knowledge of my subject. Working out quite well so far.

By: Sarah

Sarah — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:57:58 +0000

I think I answered my comment when I sat down and did some thinking last night-I can demonstrate these skills that I’ve honed outside the classroom when (the stars align and) I’m sitting in an interview. I occasionally allude to it in my cover letters when it’s relevant to the position.

As for a career, I never really settled on a specific job-I’m hunting for a position in a company that values employee development (training, rotations…), I’ve set my sites on more entrepreneurial firms, or large companies with a focus in shaking things up. Basically, I’m looking for a position that will let me continue this life-long learning thing. We’ll see how that goes.

By: Matt Cheuvront

Matt Cheuvront — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:55:06 +0000

Yeah it’s tough to transcribe all of that onto a piece of paper (resume) but I cannot tell you how valuable all of that self-learning will be for your future. It sounds like you are doing everything you can to keep your mind sharp, and I’m sure you will come across a great opportunity soon – what kind of work are you looking to get into?

By: Matt Cheuvront

Matt Cheuvront — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:51:30 +0000

I know what you’re feeling man but I gotta say – attitude will go a long way. School can feel like a total waste of time – but you’ll get more out of it if you put more in. And you’re right, undergrad is pretty much a must in this day and age, like it or not.

You’ll be out soon – into the real world…but enjoy your time at NYU my friend, live it up and learn a lot!