Originally Posted by JonLaw
Originally Posted by Old Dad
If the student has the ability to not only complete the degree but share what they've learned with others as a leader in a meaningful and charismatic way, better yet.

At the time, I viewed my fellow college students the same way I viewed my fellow high school students. They were existential competitive threats to my success and well-being.

Why would you share and collaborate with people you were trying to crush and defeat?

Ah, the "Conan" theory....
"What is the best thing in life?" (Arnold voice) "To crush your enemies and zee zem driven before you!"
Yeah, that rarely pays off unless you plan on working by yourself for the rest of your life and never need any help with anything. It takes some far too long to learn that I'm afraid.

Last edited by Old Dad; 08/29/12 01:35 PM.