Navigating Career Transitions and the Value of Going Back to School
- Jimmy Stewart
- Dec 14, 2025
- 4 min read
Deciding to go back to school after decades in a career can feel like a puzzle with no clear solution. For someone with 30 years of experience as a senior technologist in a global law firm, respected by peers and known for delivering effective solutions, the choice to return to the classroom might seem unnecessary. Why pursue a formal degree when practical knowledge and proven skills have already paved the way? This question led to deep reflection and honest self-assessment, revealing insights about growth, validation, and future opportunities.


