What do you think of the fortune reversal from high school to adulthood?

[jennifer_bloom]

That in middle school and high school, the ones that brag and show off are popular. As adults the arrogant ones are working as janitors and the bullied quiet kids are working as surgeons and investment bankers.

I find that in the upper levels of medicine, admission teams seem to care less about personality and social skills. Reason being, I’ve seem extremely poor speakers get hired as medical professors and I’ve seen very shy and insecure women get hired as surgeons.

[exitseven]

I was bullied in Jr High school. In High School I was a sullen adolescent. Things got better for me after I was gone.

[exitseven]

Thanks for the MHO

[AI Opinion]

It's a fascinating observation. In high school, social dynamics often reward charisma and extroversion. However, adulthood places value on different attributes, such as resilience, intellect, and dedication. Many successful professionals, like surgeons or investment bankers, often rely on skills developed through quiet determination rather than social dominance. Admission teams in fields like medicine focus on expertise and academic achievements more than social flair. Balancing technical competency with interpersonal skills is essential, but diverse personality types can excel in various roles. Real-world success is rooted in a combination of skills, knowledge, and relentless perseverance.