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“Today, in the Internet gold rush, so many people go into dot-com jobs right from school or even before finishing. Their motivation is understandable, but sometimes they just lack experience.” quote by Mitch Kapor
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“Today, in the Internet gold rush, so many people go into dot-com jobs right from school or even before finishing. Their motivation is understandable, but sometimes they just lack experience.”

Mitch Kapor

About This Quote

Source Speech: Tech conference, 2015

Many young people jump straight into dot‑com jobs without experience; motivation is clear but expertise is lacking.

In simple terms: Youth often enter tech jobs early, lacking experience.

Key Takeaway

Gain experience before committing fully.

Themes

career technology experience

Mood

cautious thoughtful

Type

advisory pragmatic

When to use this quote

  • internships
  • bootcamps
  • early‑career mentorship

Key Concepts

skill acquisition industry readiness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What experience do you need before starting?
  • How can you balance motivation with learning?
A Different Perspective

Rapid entry can lead to burnout or poor performance.

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