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I'm an EE, had a defense job, went to grad school, tried some project ideas. Basically, the same situation as you, lived out. If I were graduating again in the same circumstances, I would stay at my defense job. I had all the time in the world to dabble in projects, with great pay and job security. I didn't appreciate the gift of time and youth, and neither will you. It will be an immensely restless and boring path as you figure out what to do, but resist to temptation to jump without knowing what you are getting into. My future jobs did not improve the situation, nor did I complete anything substantial when I quit. The crux of the problem is that you haven't developed skill, work-ethic, and business knowledge. All the kids you hear with successful startups either have been dabbling from a young age or have certain advantages like family connections and wealth. My advice would be to take a defense job, build side projects, and if nothing works out go to grad school once you've narrowed your interests. I went to grad school early and now it's not helping me go where I want to. Try to enjoy your life by allowing yourself to go out, meet some girls, and otherwise take advantage of your youth and free time. This will be a long haul, so might as well enjoy the ride. When you get to my age you will be more focused but also have little free time. |