About Quote by Jerry Yang
“I thought I wanted to be an electrical engineer, which I turned out to be. But I was always curious about other things too, and what if I got interested in history or the law?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Stanford Alumni Talk, 2005
Career paths can evolve; initial choices don’t limit future interests, encouraging interdisciplinary curiosity
In simple terms: Your career can change and expand over time
Stay curious and open to new fields
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When to use this quote
- tech industry
- law school
- historical research
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance depth and breadth in learning?
- What steps help pivot careers successfully?
May cause indecision without focus