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I rather dislike these essays that deter young, intelligent and motivated young people from a career they might otherwise enjoy and be passionate about. There a
by agentultra 12y ago
I rather dislike these essays that deter young, intelligent and motivated young people from a career they might otherwise enjoy and be passionate about. There are legitimate problems with the career track as established and outlined in this essay. It is even wise to inform young people of those problems so they know what they're getting into. However it is discouraging to hear from tenured professors that they should give up their passion and dreams and be a lawyer.
I can think of no greater torture, save complete isolation, than eternal boredom.
It's disingenuous to deter the curious on account of your cynicism, is it not?
- maxerickson 12y agoI don't think disingenuous fits for what you are saying. In particular, the author seems quite sincere in his belief that the job market for PHDs has lots and lots of candidates and that this creates disadvantages for it as a career path. I also don't think that young, intelligent, motivated, passionate and curious individuals are especially fragile.