Sunday, January 18, 2009

Business School and Me Pt. 1

Years ago, when I first looked into a career in entertainment/media, I came across this dividing line. Careers fall under two categories: the business side and the creative side. I felt like I'd reached a fork in the road and had no clue which way to go. For some people this may seem like a simple choice, but it's been difficult for me.

I have always been good at math and communication. I'm great at computer applications, crunching numbers, and thinking ahead. But I'm also really great on stage in just about any capacity. But what am I to do?

Pursue a career as a recording artist or become CEO of a record label?

To me it's not even about the money. I would be happy in both situations, but I know that if I become CEO of a record label and give up on performing, a piece of me will always long for that. However, if I make it as a recording artist, I could care less about being CEO.

But what should I do now? What are the odds of me being successful at either of these careers? What can I do to increase those odds? What should I do?

To B-school or not to B-school? That is the question.

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Career Ideas

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Possible Grad Studies

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