What an Administrative Fellow at City of Hope Wishes They Had Known Before Entering the Healthcare Industry
Saba's most impactful career lesson, learned during graduate school, is that "what is meant for you will not miss you," emphasizing faith in the process and the value of trying different paths. This philosophy helped Saba navigate career uncertainty, reminding them that even seemingly wrong turns provide valuable learning experiences.
Career Development, Career Exploration, Resilience, Overcoming Challenges, Motivation
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Saba Ansari
Administrative Fellow
City of Hope
Cal State Fullerton, graduated in 2019
University of Michigan, Masters in Public Health
Political Science, American Studies
Healthcare, Medical & Wellness, Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
Operations and Project Management
Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. It's okay to switch career paths after undergrad or a few years into your career.
2. Maintain faith that things will work out; what's meant for you won't miss you.
3. Gain experience in different fields to discover what you love and are good at.
Transcript
What is one lesson you've learned that has proven significant in your career?
When I think about myself in college and undergrad, I was so stressed about where I was going to end up. I was stressed about every single class I was going to take and how it would impact me later, and every job, and all those things.
But something someone told me when I was starting my graduate degree was, "What is meant for you will not miss you." So, whatever is meant for you, you have to keep faith that everything happens for a reason.
Religious or not, that is in my head constantly, especially with the pandemic. Things are crazy, so you just have to believe that everything happens for a reason. Make sure you are making your best effort.
If you feel you're getting your foot in an industry that maybe you won't necessarily love, give it a shot and see. It's okay if you switch paths, whether it's right after undergrad or a couple years down the line. What is meant for you will not miss you.
You will be able to learn a little bit along the way from everything that you do.
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