NO

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Mechanical Engineer

No, I almost went to college undecided, then a month before it started I entered the college of engineering. I knew I liked math, and science was always fun for me, so I based my decision off of that. Once I was in the engineering classes, I decided to study mechanical engineering.

International Project Mgmt. & Researcher

No. Growing up I was very interested in other cultures and helping other people in poorer countries. I knew I wanted to work on social issues but did not think I‘d ever come to Africa. And here I am.

College Instructor (Humanities/Theology) 

No, I had no idea in high school. I enjoyed math and physics. In college I majored in religion - but I didn‘t get started on this career track until five years after graduation.  

Civil Engineer/Land Development

No, I was good in math and science but did not know what I wanted to do. I started college majoring in math and switched over when I learned more about civil engineering.

Special Educator

No...I was interested in physical ed and dance. It wasn‘t until I volunteered in a class for behavior/autistic children that I realized what I wanted to pursue.

Teacher Assistant

No--I hated school! Now, I am working on a dual masters degree (MSW--Social work and MA in Criminal Justice) I am a great student and ENJOY class!

Office Manager / Insurance Company

No, I never thought I would work in this field. A year ago I started with a business school, and found that I like this field.

Kitchen Design and Sales / Hardware Store 

No, I didn‘t know what I would do. I started in this field a few years after I graduated from college. 

President, The Art Emporium

No, I was always interested in a career in art, but owning an art supply store never entered my mind.

Finance Associate

No, in high school I wanted to be a hairdresser. Worked with music and played violin for six years.

Community Employment Specialist

No. I entered college undeclared, but changed to Social Work in the middle of my freshman year.

Community Relations & Economic Development Representative

Not specifically. I did know I would be involved in community issues/business concerns.

Health Specialist

No, I knew I wanted to do something in Health Care, but I did not know what.

Associate Director of Investment Management  

No, I was good at fixing things. Computers need fixing, so I learned how.  

Environmental Technician  

No. I entered this field after working in other jobs for several years.

Domestic Violence Victim Advocate

No, this job didn‘t exist then. I got into this field 3 years ago.

Veterinary Assistant

No, I was intrested in animals as a child, but not as a teenager.

EMT/Paramedic

No, I‘ve been with the company for only about a year and a half.

Executive director of a regional nonprofit educational foundation

No, when I was in high school I planned to be a psychologist.

Coalition Coordinator

No, after college I tried a lot of things before I got here.

Dangerous Goods Program Manager    

No, Absolutely not. Fate and hard work landed me here.    

Rehab Counselor / Vocational Consultant

No, but I knew I wanted to be in a helping profession.

Reservoir Engineer

No, of course, my background is chemical engineering

Chief of Police

No, I started in 1970 after I got out of the army.

Lawyer

No, when I was in 38 I decided to change careers.

Math Coach

No....never thought I would even teach!!! 

HVAC Contractor  

No, I did not even know it existed.  

System Engineer  

No, I got started after college.  

Associate Actuary

No idea - thought I‘d be a teacher.

Human Resources Director

No, I wanted to be a psychiatrist.

City Councillor

No, I went to college to be a vet.

Kindergarten teacher

No, wanted to be a police officer.

Preschool Teacher

No, wanted to be a hairdresser

Web Design

No - this field did not exist.

Data Analyst 

No I did not. 

Manager of Supply Chain Capabilities  

Not a clue.  

Web Developer

Not at all.

Senior Programming Analyst

Not at all.

Concierge

Not at all

Art Gallery Manager  

No  

Teacher 

No  

Art Investment/Appraisal 

No 

Medical Student

No.

Vice President Construction Management Co. 

No 

Surgical Products Salesman 

No 

Process Analyst

No

High School Guidance Counselor

No

International Settlement Global Custodian

No

Marketing Coordinator

No

Software Developer

No

Direct Support Worker

No

Vice President of Finance Heavy Construction Distributorship

No

Graphic Designer

No

Special Education Assistant

No

YES

Count=16

Creative and Technical Director / Marketing Firm

Yes and no. I was interested in commercial art all along, but didn‘t know that I would be in this particular field.

Clinical Psychologist

Yes, when I was fifteen I took a mini-course in psychology and knew I wanted to enter this field.

Teacher Aide, Special Education

Yes, I knew I was interested in working with people with disabilities.

Director of Pastoral Care and Patient Advocay

Yes, I always had an interest in ministry that began in childhood.

Architect/Designer 

Yes I did; I was interested in how buildings affect people.  

Planetarium Systems Coordinator/Educator

Yes, I knew I wanted to go into the field when I was nine.

Public Health Nurse

Yes, I went directly from high school to nursing education

Electronics Engineering Technician

Yes, I had a strong interest in electronics and computers.

Controller/Office Manager

Yes because I was very good with numbers and math.

Senior Marketing Director

Yes - related field of apparel

Optometrist

Yes, in my senior year.

Assistant Director of Underwriting 

Yes 

Contractor/Mason

Yes.

Graduate Civil Engineer

Yes.

Home health nurse

Yes

Educational Specialist

Yes

OTHER

Count=9

Partner and Co-owner of Marketing Firm

I knew I would work in a related field, but I didn‘t know much about the career options. I was interested in writing and acting. Teachers said I would be good in public relations. I was interested in math and I also knew I wanted to earn money.

Grad student / Guidance counselor

I had an idea that I would enter the field. I knew I wanted to work with kids but was unsure in which capacity.  

Civil Design

I did like drafting in school.

Management Consulting Admin

Transportation Maintenance

Inventory Control Coordinator

Local Area Network (LAN) Administrator

Leather Business Owner

Deli and Catering Owner/Manager