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27-07-06, 03:00 PM
@CS Your father knows what he is talking about. You are correct that most of these institutions and not only education are filled with grey or shall I say white and a few coconut clones..But that is their problem...You bring the flavour and use it to your advantage and that is your competitive edge.
I remember an interview I had for a tenured academic post and a really good one that I wanted. You always get to know who the other candidates are because you spend the day together and will chat and socialise. Only after I gave my presentation, being the last upthat I realised the three other white academics gave literally the same presentation, but I brought the flavour and quality...
So don't worry about the clones..clones mean being safe and often lacking real confidence, initiative and daring..Use them to give yourself the competive edge...
Good choice of career and good timing given the changes taking place in the profession and I am sure you will educate them and that is the attitude you must have..
Peace and good luck..
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