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It’s rough being a teen in America these days. You’re told that without a 4.0 GPA, your future is basically over before it starts. So, you scramble to get those perfect grades, all for the chance to join the rat race to get into the same top schools as everyone else. Once you’re in, the pressure doesn’t let up—you’re herded like cattle toward the “dream jobs” of medicine, law, or engineering. Because any other path means you’re doomed. Or maybe you’re taught to idolize “disruptive” startups...
Hey Changemakers, It turns out that over 50% of new grads end up in shit jobs after finishing school. Today's story shows how to take that harsh reality and turn it on its head. We are talking about a liberal art grad who managed to get into one of the most coveted organization AND built an global startup from the ground up. Her energy is simply off the charts and we met her earlier this week at OCE's summer cohort. Let’s dive in… But FIRST If you are new, welcome to OCE’s weekly newsletter...
Young, naive, rather innocent, I played by "the rules". Let me save you some hard lessons early in your climb. But FIRST If you are new, welcome to OCE’s weekly newsletter curated for the ambitious youth…here are some articles you missed from previous weeks: 📈 3 Steps to market your passion project Read More → 🎨 Best tools for building your passion project Read More → 📘 Fight for your future starting with this... Read More → If I just find the perfect job, I’ll be fulfilled and secure for...