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Originally Posted by nick pagan  I think that what Jim says makes a lot of sense. Some quests are so obscure and so unlikely to fulfill that what you lose in searching and waiting would probably never be compensated by finally getting what you set out for.
The book "What Color Is Your Parachute" besides being the best book on job hunting that I have ever come across also has interesting strategies on defining a job to suit you unique skills and then how to find out where it is. This book is usually held in public libraries if you don't want to buy it.
I respect polymaths (largely because I consider myself one too) and I'm totally in tune with what Jim says about developing the ability to learn any skill - that's really a wonderful thing to have. However, the days of the renaissance man making a huge difference have long since gone. Much of the advancement of mankind in recent years has come about from the productivity improvements and problem solving that come from specialization. Our economic systems tend to reward specialization and not jacks of all trades. You'd have to go and live on a desert island to find favor for whatever flavor of desserts, designs and dollars you can make work together. Nick Pagan |
I agree with Nick here. You should check out his site.
I too have many interests and I found myself desiring to be a professional at many of them. However, it didn't seem like I was achieving my goals at all. I procrastinated a lot because I had so many aspirations that it was subconsciously overwhelming. I've decided to specialize in one or two areas now. I guess it's up to you to decide what you want to pursue. But, IMO, I think it it's much more fulfilling to specialize in one interest and dabble in other areas just for fun (no expectations).