Real talk: I probably wouldn’t have gone to college if I had really thought about what I wanted to do. Most of what actually got me paid, hired, and passionate had nothing to do with class. College used to work because it signaled credibility in a world where few people had one. But now? Everyone has a degree. In 2025, some of the world’s top companies—including Google and Apple—no longer require one for many high-paying roles. What actually sets you apart is what you’ve built, launched, or learned on your own.

And college doesn’t just delay that—it often blocks it. You lose four years you could’ve spent gaining real experience and take on debt for it. This episode breaks it all down. (And yeah—if you’re trying to be a doctor or lawyer, that’s different. But most people aren’t.)

I’m not telling you not to go to college—I’m just saying, be intentional. No one should commit to six figures of debt and four years of their life without seriously reflecting on what they want and where the world is heading.

And if by the end of the episode you still think college is the right path? Perfect. My job’s done. You’re making a big decision with clarity—and that’s what matters.