Ishana, Minali and Mona dive deep into one of the biggest questions professionals and lifelong learners face: should you go back to school? From medicine to MBAs to pursuing degrees later in life, they share raw, personal stories that reveal the trade-offs, challenges, and surprising rewards of higher education. Whether you’re debating a career pivot, craving intellectual curiosity, or simply wondering if another degree will pay off, this conversation uncovers the financial, emotional, and practical truths behind returning to the classroom.

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Minali’s long medical school journey

(03:00) - Mona returns to school in her 50s

(07:00) - Choosing the right degree

(09:00) - Ishana’s MBA experience

(14:00) - Finances and alternative options

(18:00) - MBA job market struggles

(23:00) - Overspecialization frustrations

Key Topics Discussed:

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