“Phi Beta Slackers”
A term to describe those who hop between several jobs, grad schools and fellowships.
Impressing Other Hamsters
Phi Beta Slackers usually rack up several years of job experience, a lot of student debt with higher ed degrees, yet are still completely uncertain about what to do with their lives. Choices and abilities not in short supply, the author suggests the main issue with this group is, They could make such a difference in the world if they could only stop trying to impress each other, stop trying to prove themselves. An interesting observation. What this group has to do is: find out what to do with their experience and degrees to be productive members of society. Basically, they must get off the hamster wheel theyve placed themselves on (or placed on by parents or peers) most likely back in high school or the beginning of college.
The Safe Place
Many slackers have top grades, awards and great job opportunities. What they lack is the ability to leave that safe place they think they occupy. The author points out in his book that slackers have been on a high of sorts, for a long time via the excitement generated by job-hopping, academic accomplishments, and more. They continue to chase the elusive high and in the process feel empty and lost. Does any of this sound familiar? If so, read on
Its All About Commitment
According to Mr. Bronson, the relevant question to ask is this: To what can I devote my life? Usually, its something that benefits others, makes a difference, fills you with the kind of pride you cant get any other way. Its realnot manufactured to impress others.
New Directions
If youre uncertain where to begin, your first steps should lead you to a quiet place inside yourself where the answers are waiting to be discovered. Pick up Mr. Bronsons book, it may inspire a new direction. Whatever you do, dont continue down the frustrating Phi Beta Slacker path much longer. It leads to a dead end.
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