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Networking

Building a professional network as a student can be daunting, especially in specialized fields like biochemistry. Jason DeFillippo suggests a two-pronged approach: reaching out to professors through email and attending chemistry camps to meet industry professionals in person 1. While cold emailing might yield low response rates, engaging in events like chemistry camps can foster meaningful connections. Jordan Harbinger emphasizes the importance of maintaining these connections by regularly checking in and asking for introductions to industry professionals 2.

Once you're in touch with these professors from your chemistry camps, stay in touch by keeping an email contact with them over time and pinging them once every 90 days or so.

--- Jordan Harbinger

Utilizing tools like Airtable to organize contacts and following up on advice received can further solidify these relationships 3.

   

Career Choices

Deciding between career advancement and personal freedom is a common dilemma. Jordan Harbinger advises weighing the benefits of a higher-paying job against the loss of free time, especially if the financial gain doesn't significantly impact your quality of life 4. He highlights the importance of having a clear career strategy rather than working hard without a purpose 5.

The currency of the new rich is free time to do what you actually enjoy.

--- Jordan Harbinger

If the experience gained from a new role isn't essential for future goals, maintaining a balance between work and personal life might be more beneficial 6.