Posted by Akhil Shahani on March 29, 2003 at 09:38:26:

In Reply to: how to keep motivated and inspired(a student) posted by basil on March 24, 2003 at 03:39:25:

Hi Basil,

As a fellow who has studied Electronic Engineering in India & now run a software firm, I have been thru the same predicament as you & have a slightly different view.

Lets face facts, Indian university education which is based on rote learning & not understanding is BORING! Rarely have I found a highly motivated student in the university system.

Because of our Indian cultural setup, a college degree is essential to get a job & maintain the respect of your family & nosey relatives. anyone dropping out for a year to 'find himself' like in Western countries is immediately branded a failure.

So what to do?

From experience I can tell you that most companies do not look too much at a job candidates actual grades in college as much as your degree, your personality & your other marketable skills.

If you basically want to get a good job in the technology in industry in India (or US), I would suggest that you do not take your university studies too seriously, just learn enough to get a passing grade. In the meantime build on your other skills for eg. by taking a programming course or personality development or public speaking or even a freelance job.

Whatever you do, STOP WHINING! only you have the power to change your life, don't expect soemone else to do it for you.

Good luck!

Akhil

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