Member feature: Charting a new course - The leap from Healthcare to International business

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Since childhood, I have always dreamed of a service-oriented career, one where I could make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

This passion initially led me to pursue laboratory science. For several years, I dedicated myself to patient care through diagnostic work. However, as time passed, something unexpected began to stir in me — a curiosity about the bigger picture.

Today, I am studying international business. This may seem like a complete U-turn, but for me, it's about giving myself the opportunity to expand and consider how I can make an impact.

Becoming a student again

Leaving a career I have built over six years and again starting school wasn't an easy decision. But something unexpected happened after I started the studies. I began to feel excited again.

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What healthcare taught me about business

Empathy: Essential not only in patient care but also in leadership and customer understanding
Critical thinking: Valuable while solving problems in any sector
Adaptability: Staying calm under pressure is crucial
Communication: If you can explain a diagnosis report to a patient, you can explain a pitch to a stakeholder

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Final thoughts

Transitions are not the signs of failure, but they are the signs of evolution. If you find yourself standing at the crossroads, it's a reminder that it's okay to outgrow old dreams.

About the author: Sriti Maharjan — A former healthcare professional from Nepal, now a student of International Business at SAMK.