I'm wondering if it's a good idea to enroll in some useful course, night/online, earn a degree in 2 years so I'll be able to say I graduated in 2022 instead of 1997?

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That actually might work.

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I wish I had done it 10 years ago, I'd be in perfect position as a young C.D. today. Now if only I could find Cherokee in my DNA I'd be set.

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1995 here. I feel ya.

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Go for it. I graduated in 2000. Still taking classes every 1-2 years to keep the blade sharp. 👍🏾

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I don’t have a graduation date on my resume. It’s none of their business.

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I also shaved the first few jobs off my resume and linked in. From what I have seen, not listing your graduation date is pretty standard. Snoop around Linkedin and look at profiles of creatives you respect and admire, especially if they’re not spring chickens.

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