For my informational interview, I interviewed Architect Harold Murray for a better understanding of what to expect and what’s required in this field. I chose to interview an Architect for the simple fact that I knew he would be easier to get in contact with. The first thing I learned from our discussion was what is expected from you skill-wise in his profession. I learned that on a day-to-day basis having the willingness to interact with people, having an imagination, having an eye for details and good drawing skills are all important skills to while on the job. Mr. Murray also told me that a typical day involves a lot of interaction with clients over the phone, meetings, and working on projects and site plans in between. So being a people person is just as important as the intellectual and independent working part of his profession.He also informed me that employers now are looking for at least a bachelors degree and a masters will obviously help me stand out, but to not be too focused on the educational side and to try to get as much experience as possible through internships. After this interview with Mr. Murray I believe I gained some helpful advice and I feel that my strengths fit with well with the Architectural field and this interview with Mr. Murray didn’t discourage me at all. I did learn that his job includes a lot more social interaction than I first believed and I’m not much of the social type, but I feel I’d be able to turn it on when needed.

In my mind, the definition of a ‘dream job’ would be occupying your time with a hobby or something you enjoy doing, making your work environment stress free, and being paid well for it. So with that being said, being an independent artist is my dream job. Growing up, I have always had a passion for art and been drawing ever since I first picked up a pencil. I realized that I had a good amount of talent when my drawings stood out from my peers and my 2nd grade art teacher asked to meet my parents after our first assignment in class.

As time went on, I kept practicing and getting better to the point where I began making money from my drawings. I sold my first portrait in my junior year in high school and fell in love with the idea of getting paid off of my talent. Although I knew it was going to be a slow process, just knowing that I could use my talent to create income was a good feeling.

Over the years, I’ve sold a number of portraits, helped bring other’s ideas to life through art, and drew a number of logos for businesses. I also came into contact with other respected independent artists and have been given business advice from them. As of now, my hobby is still only something to do on the side. I understand that not all dreams come true so I believe there’s a chance that things may not work out in my favor, but in the future I can definitely see it being a great source of income and can’t wait for that time to come. Also, the attachment here is a portrait of James Franco that I’ve recently drew up in my leisure time.

Ever since my freshman year in St. Georges Technical High School, I had a good understanding of what my strengths were in the classroom. I spent my time figuring out which career path I could follow in order to put my skills to good use. I feel I used my time in a vocational high school wisely by applying to the Technical Drafting & Design career program.

In this class I learned more about the engineering field, gained new skills, and improved my strengths that I already had to begin with. In my mind, it only makes sense to continue on this path because of the time and energy invested in it so I intend to major in Civil Engineering. My skills fit well with any engineering career in my eyes because I’m good with numbers, have experience with computer-aided drafting, experience with manual drafting, and I do well with problem solving in a group setting & alone.

My only problems I encounter with choosing Civil Engineering as a major or career is that I lack patience at times and can get distracted easily if I have to spend hours in front of a computer. I also don’t like the idea of being inside doing busy work or being in a “boring” working environment. So I kind of run into a dilemma because my skills can easily be applied to the career, but my personality contradicts it. So overall, I believe my skills and career goals fit my intended major well, overshadow my qualities that contradict requirements in the engineering field, and I don’t think I’ll be making a bad decision by pursuing engineering at all.

When it comes to life decisions I believe you should choose whatever makes you happy so therefore, I believe it is better to study what you love instead of studying what you think will get you a job. If you study what seems to be secure only because of the chance of a good job then I think you’ll be in it for the wrong reasons. You’ll be more likely to be unsure of what to take up since money will be your only interest. Studying this career field will most likely be more stressful since you are forcing yourself to do it strictly for the money. There’s also no guarantee that you’ll be rewarded with the job in the end, making it risky.

Not saying it’ll be smooth sailing or extremely better than pursuing a career because of the money in it, but studying what you love will be easier on you mentally in my opinion. The work will feel worth it which will cause less stress, you could eventually end up with a great paying job, and you’ll also be able to be proud of what you do for a living. Additionally, you most likely won’t end up wanting to change your career after only a few years because of the unhappiness or boredom.

In conclusion, following what you love to do instead of studying what you think will get you a job is the better choice in my eyes. You’ll be less stressed, leading to a healthier life and doing what you love can turn into that well paying job you’ve been wanting.

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