Office Hours: Trader Joe’s and the Paradox of Choice, Telehealth’s Future, and Planning an MBA

Uncertainty

Navigating the uncertainties of future career paths can be daunting, especially when planning an MBA. Scott Galloway reassures a listener from Japan, who is considering an MBA in the US, that uncertainty is common among first-year students. He emphasizes that age should not be a concern, as 33 is still young, and the real question is whether to have an MBA at 35 or not.

The majority of people who apply to business school have no idea what they want to do.

--- Scott Galloway

Scott advises embracing the experience and the opportunities it brings, rather than overthinking the future 1.

   

Opportunities

Choosing the right path during an MBA program involves exploring new opportunities and selecting courses wisely. Scott Galloway suggests focusing on great professors rather than specific courses, as they can provide valuable insights even in unrelated fields. He shares his own experience of discovering a passion for brand strategy through a course he initially had no interest in.

Be open to new stuff. Business school is absolutely a place for what I call the elite and the aimless.

--- Scott Galloway

Scott encourages taking advantage of internships and the diverse experiences offered by business school to shape one's career path 2.