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‘My father devoted his life to accompanying me to school everyday, leaving not only his potential career behind but also throwing gender roles out the window.’ ....
‘Our work matters because it ultimately affects people. I take comfort and draw inspiration from the fact that it has a real, tangible impact on lives.’ ....
[DETOURS] Mid-life career change Nonito Cabrera Editor’s note: Sometimes we think we’ve found our calling in life until an opportunity comes along. But if it came at a time when you think you’re not supposed to be starting over anymore, it could be scary to take the plunge. In this essay, Nonito shares how he navigated a sudden career change. Get to know his story. You, too, can share your life’s greatest detours.
I never really had a chance to figure out what I wanted to do in life before I was thrust into college. I always thought I wanted to be a writer, but for some reason or another, I ended up taking a course in consular and diplomatic affairs. Such a specific course always cued a double-take from people. “Sorry, consular. what? What will you do after? Oh, so it could be pre-law? Will you become an ambassador someday?”, I would often get asked. ....
[DETOURS] Tired of being an employee, I became the boss of my own company Apr 12, 2021 2:37 PM PHT Ingrid Resurreccion Editor’s note: Just when Ingrid thought she finally got her dream job as a junior interior designer, her heart went looking for more. Good thing she was brave enough to follow it. Get to know her story. You, too, can share your life’s greatest detours. When I graduated college, I was just like every other fresh graduate. I was excited to conquer the “real world,” to sign up for all the job sites, to go on interviews, to meet new people, to learn, and, of course, to earn my own money. ....