Looking Beyond the Degree: Striving for Success as Young Adults

My passion for sports only began and developed after participating in a school basketball event. What may have seemed small or just for fun at the time intrigued me and led me to take sport seriously. Sport has taught me many lessons, such as resilience, teamwork, and problem-solving. The impact of joining a sporting event was significant for me, motivating me to share my experience, influence others, and help build others' passion for sports.

In our rapidly changing world, the pathway to building a successful career faces new challenges. Previously, it was easier to secure placements; however, as young people are now forced to compete globally with peers from diverse backgrounds and interests in similar fields, it is much harder. Pressure is on our generation, and many worry about what the future holds. It no longer solely depends on securing a degree, as experience, skills, and qualifications are more emphasised. Organisations often look for people who are well-rounded, enthusiastic, and who can demonstrate both hard and soft skills.

Furthermore, as AI continues to develop, many traditional jobs are being replaced for efficiency, narrowing choices and forcing us to pivot toward areas that are irreplaceable and unique to our strengths. In the sporting context, for example, AI can handle data analysis for recruitment or event planning; however, it cannot replace soft skills such as emotional intelligence and empathy, which, in the long run, help build trust and connections with others and secure meaningful professional relationships. Because of our personalities and experiences, each of us is unique and has strengths that AI can’t replace. AI will never be able to connect with humans the same way humans do. So while AI serves as a foundation for success, our human capabilities secure it. By looking at it from a different perspective, we realise that AI creates free time by handling tedious, repetitive tasks, so we can focus on what only humans excel at. Therefore, by working effectively with AI tools, we can view them as a chance to expand our knowledge and improve, rather than as a threat.

My internship at CMA has expanded my network and opened countless doors, connecting me with peers who share similar interests. It has created new experiences by pushing me out of my comfort zone and having me work on tasks I was unfamiliar with, ranging from data analysis to major sporting event planning, which directly align with my aspirations. Doing so made me realise that there is far more to consider when organising a sports event than the school events I was used to, and that it requires deeper research into logistics,

finances, and marketing. Ultimately, working at CMA and approaching it with curiosity and a willingness to learn has built on my existing knowledge and taught me a lot about how professional businesses operate in the real world.

I recommend and urge all of us to seek out new experiences, whether through volunteering, hands-on work, scholarships, or research projects. Continue to step out of our comfort zone with resilience and curiosity to expand our network. Avoid limiting ourselves to a single path; stay open to learning new things so we can build expertise across multiple fields. Seize each opportunity, no matter how big or small, and approach each one with constant enthusiasm to learn. Do not wait for these opportunities to be handed to you; instead, work hard and take the initiative yourself. Taking these steps will help us stand out, demonstrate our independence, and develop confidence. We should seek guidance when needed and take action to transform our own aspirations into reality. I am very grateful for the opportunities CMA has offered. I hope to encourage many of you to keep working hard for your dreams and to take responsibility for your own development.

關於澳洲管理會計師公會（CMA Australia）

澳洲管理會計師公會（CMA Australia） 是澳洲最具權威的管理會計專業組織之一，致力於推動管理會計領域的專業發展與國際認證。該公會提供專業培訓、資格認證及持續教育，幫助會員掌握先進的財務管理技能，提升戰略決策能力，並促進全球會計專業標準的融合。會員涵蓋企業高管、財務專家和學術人士，享有國際化的專業網絡與資源支援。

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