“Why are you in College?” Ever since I started to seriously think about my future, I had aspirations of getting a degree and becoming a professional. Specific careers have changed constantly, ranging from becoming a teacher to an engineer. As I got older, I began to assess my strengths and weaknesses as well as my likes and dislikes. I know a college education is essential in today’s economy and society. Doors are opened to those with college degrees and a better lifestyle is guaranteed. A college education is not only economically beneficial but intellectually as well, for it provides a unique learning experience as it caters to an individual’s interests
Coming from a very humble family made me realize that college is very important. My parents’ emigrated from Mexico at a very early age, to work and provide for their respective families, as well as for themselves, and because of this reason neither had the opportunity to finish high school, much less attend college. While I never lacked anything, as I grew older, at one point in life I realized my parents would struggle to make ends meet. Going to college and getting a career was something they always told me to pursue, so that I would not go through the struggles they did. Going to college to pursue my career and getting educated in something I am interested is not only something I want to do for myself but for my parents as well. I have come to the realization that they have worked extremely hard for me, and I’m old enough for it to be my turn to give back to them.
When thinking of potential career choices, the quote that comes to mind is, “work in something you love, and you never have to work a day in your life.” Choosing a career should be a decision that should be taken very carefully. As I thought about my likes, dislikes, and aspirations, my interest in the business field grew; especially the business