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Skilled CommunicatorThis is my English class essay on the importance of knowing what path you want to choose, College or Career. I chose this essay because I believe it expresses my thoughts on the importance of education with purpose vs the unwillingness to look for higher education. Although there are plenty of careers to choose from, having a college degree will make your chances of being hired much more likely.
Alexis Demera-Webb Mr. Howard ERWC/P.2 18 September 2015 College Over Career Lizzy had always known she wanted to be a preschool teacher, so she work hard in school, and for insurance, got a college degree. Four years later she was a college graduate and hired fresh out of school with a bright future ahead of her. This could be a much more common story for students. Which is why, when it comes to college vs career, Students should choose college because if a change of plans occurs, you have college experience, also in the long-run you will earn more money than an average High School Graduate, and there is a higher likelihood of being hired, even though some families may have a low income, there are still options for them to think over before choosing career. First off, college is a better choice because most employers will choose a college graduate over a High School graduate at any given point in time. According to Lawrence B. Shlack, "It's become a states issue. Going to college is first class. Not going to college is second class" (1). This shows us that not only is college a good way of exploring different job opportunities, it is highly preferred by business owners. Which is for a simple yet important reason, if you could stay dedicated through college, you can definitely be dedicated to an employer. Dedication is exactly what a business owner wants out of his colleagues and a college degree shows exactly that. When is comes down to it, college graduates are more likely to give the extra effort in everything, including work that they might hate, simply because they are used to the tedious work. For those of whom don't attend college, they are seen as simply second class because of their 'Lack of ambition' and those of whom graduate are known as first class.Another reason to choose college over career is because in the long run, college graduates earn more money simply for graduating college. Although a job may only require a high school diploma, with a college degree you are more likely to be hired for your dependability upon your work/career, as well as earn a few extra bucks. As the author of The 10 most common excuses for not going to college and why they're wrong states, "Studies have shown that a graduate will earn several hundred thousand dollars... Rather than someone who only has a High School Diploma would" (2). This states that even if the only difference between two people is that one went to college and one didn't, in the one-on-one comparison, the college graduate will be chosen over their lesser competition. In all honesty, who would you choose? You have two options, one, you could hire the High School Graduate who doesn't seem to know what they want in life or how to work for it, and the only experience they have is required volunteer work from a school program. Or two, you can hire the college graduate who has taken classes that help them to achieve a career in which they have in mind and who has work experience not only from previous school volunteer work, but also with part-time jobs while working toward a college degree. Also the competitor who will, more than likely, be much more willing to work for the long-run and not just work pay-check to pay-check so they can live day to day. Whilst the college graduate will work toward several promotions and to become the new head-honcho and make the work-space even more efficient and earn much more than the average Joe. The final reason to shoot for college is that even if you don't acquire a masters, or a bachelors, you will still be considered over a High School Graduate a majority of the time simply for attending shortly college, which is obviously more than the competitor would have under his belt. Although it can be difficult for some, college is simply about working through it just as Lawrence B. Shlack confessed, "With college you fall, dust yourself off, and keep going" (2). This confession states that, just as in life, college will throw you ups and downs, but it is all worth it because it allows you to insure a better and more stable future. You may have a total shift on the career path you want to work toward and completely exchange your classes to 'fit the bill', which is absolutely possible and definitely allowed. College is a good way to expand on not only your knowledge, but is also a great way to explore different career paths and work ethics. One day you may apply for a job and they see you took classes on something irrelevant to the job, and yet they might pick you over them simply for you having more schooling experience. In short, even a little college experience can get you much farther than no experience whatsoever simply because it looks good on paper. Although there are low-income families or students who are unsure on what career they wish to pursue and can't afford to constantly switch their majors, there are many ways in which you can get help for school. Not only can you attend a city or community college to test out your career paths, you can also switch back into a major school or a state program, once you've decided on the career, in order to receive highly recommended college experience which also looks much better on a resume. As well as taking cheaper classes while testing the waters, you can sign up for scholarships and/or financial aid which can dramatically decrease your college tuition. If you can do just two of these options you can have a majority if not all of your schooling payments handled. As for students who believe they simply won't be allowed into college for their lack of exquisite grades, Grades aren't the only thing the matters to a college scout. Just as the author of the 10 most common excuses for not going to College and why they are wrong comments, "Colleges look at more than just grades and test scores... They recognize special talents in art, music, and sports; and interviews" (1). This observation explains that you don't have to be the smartest student in your class to attend college, any skill you may have whether it be in art, sign language, or sports, there is always a college out there that can and will allow you to attend their campus for classes. When the time comes for you to decide college or career, the logical choice would be to attend college even if only for the experience in a certain field. Also to increase your yearly income for the long-term plans, as well as having a higher success rate at job interviews and oversights. Although a job may only require a High School Diploma, that just means that's the lowest they accept, so make sure to think ahead. Plan for your future and take the next step toward having the life you want, and not the life you were stuck with because a college student was hired over you. |
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