This is a very interesting presentation which I feel may resonate.
I decided not to go to study Music at the Royal Academy when I was 17. I was very competent at music, I was accepted onto the course after many auditions, interviews, theory testing etc., but I didn't love the subject enough to do it for the rest of my life. I needed a plan B. That was working in a bank. Can you imagine? That lasted less than 2 years so I went to Australia for a couple of years.
At that point I applied to University and graduated with a First Class Degree when I was 26.
I had no idea that I would become the youngest lecturer at Napier University and thereafter the youngest Programme Leader because the 'timeline' as it were hadn't been mapped out. I'm glad it wasn't.
The person who handed me a no pressure lectureship contract in 1995 had a lot of faith in me, to pursue a career I had given NO thought to at any point in my life.
Time? It is right when it is right. I hope you enjoy the video, I know I did. Seize the moment when it is right for you. That is the essence of Further Education after all.
Mark
I LOVE this!!! Hung in everything word he says and made me
ReplyDeleteFeel like it’s not too late for me!! Will Defo be watching and recommending this one for PMA! I couldn’t watch the link through this- had to find on YouTube 😀
Thanks Kirsty and nice to hear from you as always. I have changed the link to the You Tube one. Not sure why it wouldn't work for you, but anyway, should be easier now. Timing IS everything, make no mistake, and we should never underestimate the import of timelines. I hope many other members of the class will be able to watch this short talk, as it really is a thought provoking one. All the best, Mark
ReplyDeleteIt sure is!!! 😀
ReplyDeleteI always use my phone so maybe that’s why it didn’t work’ hope your enjoying your spring break!!
So pleased to watch this , loving the Einstein reference and his quote is so true , I, like Kirsty listened to every word and his examples some of which relate to me !! This has totally lifted me today ! Loved it
ReplyDeleteBrilliant, great words as always. I really enjoyed the talk too for lots of reasons.
ReplyDeleteMark