What career advice Would you give Your 25-year-old self?

So, just in case the time machine ever comes along, this is the career advice I would give my 25-year-old self. 1. A career is a marathon, not a sprint Chill. When we are younger we tend to be impatient. As you get older you realise there is no real rush.

What should you know before you turn 25 years old?

You should know how great it is to leave home and see the world. Turning 25 means that you have probably had the opportunity to leave home or the country and see the world. You probably know by now that it feels amazing to step out of your comfort zone and experience another different culture as a whole.

Is it scary to turn 25 years old and still happy?

As terrifying as it may sound, turning 25 can be a very positive experience. Forget what everyone has to say—turning 25 is not scary. One thing is for sure: you don’t turn 25 every day, so enjoy it while it lasts! Whether you’re turning 25 soon or next year, here are 25 of the most positive things you should already know by now.

Is 25 years old too young to be depressed about future?

25 years is way too young to be depressed about future. Just work hard, pan for tomorrow and survive. EDIT 2021: I’m 36 now and finally have a bleak idea a faint hint of what I’m supposed to do, so yeah, relax, take it one day at a time.

How long does it take to become an expert at something?

A few years later Malcolm Gladwell’s brilliant book Outliers was published, promoting the idea that you needed to spend 10,000 hours on something to become truly expert at it.

Should you prioritise your career if you have children?

If you have skills, commitment and passion, careers tend to take care of themselves. Over the long haul, it really doesn’t matter if you have a few years when your career is in canter mode while you prioritise young children. This should apply to men and women.