The Launch Mission

Hacking College

Episode Summary

Scott Carlson and Ned Scott Laff share how students can hack their college experience—aligning passions, exploring the hidden job market, and gaining real-world skills for career success.

Episode Notes

In this episode, Tommy talks with Scott Carlson and Ned Scott Laff, authors of Hacking College: Why the Major Doesn't Matter―and What Really Does, about rethinking the traditional college experience. They explore the flaws in conventional pathways, the concept of “empty degrees,” and how aligning your field of study with your passions can shape a meaningful career. The conversation dives into the hidden job market, research, internships, and networking, offering students practical advice on how to take ownership of their education and prepare for success beyond graduation.

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