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are degrees enough

for a successful career ?

"Degrees open doors, but it's your hustle that keeps them
open."

A successful career usually also depends on:
Skills: Especially practical, job-specific ones.
Experience: Internships, projects, or actual job history.
Networking: Who you know can be as important as what you know.
Adaptability: Willingness to learn and grow with industry changes.
Soft skills: Communication, teamwork, leadership, etc.

Degrees can show how well educated you are! Degree shows you’ve learned
the theory, but careers thrive on what you can do, not just what you know.
Real-world problem-solving, taking initiative, and constantly improving often
matter more over time. Knowledge, skills, and talent are like your personal
superpowers—once you’ve got them, they stay with you and grow stronger
the more you use them.

They make you adaptable, independent, and valuable in any situation.
Absolutely—hard work and clear focus are the backbone of any strong career.
When you're consistent and know what you're aiming for, even obstacles
become stepping stones.Your career shapes your identity, lifestyle, and
future. It gives you purpose, stability, and the chance to grow.

But it’s also important to balance it with health, relationships, and personal
happiness. Being rational helps you make smart, realistic decisions instead of
just emotional ones. It keeps you grounded, focused, and better prepared for
challenges along the way.

Degrees should be about gaining real understanding, not just passing exams.
They’re meant to shape how you think, solve problems, and approach the
world not just give you a certificate.

"A degree might get you in the door, but skills and attitude will keep you in
the room."

ALISH DAMANI

TEACHER
NEW ERA PUBLIC SCHOOL, MORBI

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