Your Path to Success

Throughout my junior year of high school, I felt completely lost. One moment, I was aspiring to be a history teacher, and the next, I was considering a career as an epidemiologist. As senior year approached, I still hadn’t found my path. When it was time to apply to colleges, I decided to major in health science with the hope of eventually becoming a physician's assistant.

However, as I progressed through my studies, I realized I wasn’t prepared for the lengthy education required. I switched my focus to nursing, diving in without much research or understanding of what the profession entailed.

Fast forward a couple of years, and I found myself just two semesters away from graduating when I made the difficult decision to drop out. I had worked at a hospital as a PCA for a year and came to the realization that I didn’t want to pursue nursing as a lifelong career.

Here I was—thousands of dollars in debt and no degree to show for it. This experience opened my eyes to a significant gap between academic life and the realities of the workplace. I realized that many people, like myself, struggle to navigate their career paths without adequate real-world exposure.

This is why I am determined to create a job shadowing program that bridges this gap, providing individuals the opportunity to explore different careers before committing to a lengthy educational path. I hope to help others avoid the confusion I faced and empower them to make informed decisions about their futures.

Have you ever wondered what a job is really like before committing to it?

In my early twenties, I noticed that many friends were dropping out of college simply because they didn’t know what they wanted to study. While some people seemed to have a clear passion, I realized many were feeling lost. I knew there had to be a better option.

We often don’t understand what a job truly involves until we start working in it. I believe everyone should have the chance to experience different types of jobs before deciding on college, trade school, or a certification. Hands-on experience is invaluable, yet it can be incredibly difficult to obtain.

When I dropped out of school, I was still unsure of my path. I reached out to various companies to ask about shadowing opportunities, but I received little response. Most programs I found were for internships, which required being a current student. It was frustrating to feel stuck while knowing a few people who had managed to shadow professionals thanks to parental connections.

My goal is to bring those “connections” to everyone. While researching career options, I came across several websites that provided insights into daily job responsibilities, but nothing compared to actual experience. This is why I’m determined to make this program work.

I want to create opportunities for everyone—whether you’re starting college or seeking a career change later in life. Many adults want to switch careers but feel unsure about their next steps. My mission is to help individuals navigate their career journeys by providing valuable job shadowing experiences.

Join me in exploring new career paths and gaining the clarity you need to make informed decisions about your future!