Personally, I think going to the industry straight from college was a mistake. In half a decade of working in the real world I've learned nothing more than dea

Personally, I think going to the industry straight from college was a mistake. In half a decade of working in the real world I've learned nothing more than dealing with office politics and the importance of delegating work while still getting credit. I also learned that I suck at those things and get no fulfillment from them. If you are finishing your first degree and enjoyed studying, learning, and actually doing something with your life, I'd recommend continuing in academia.