An evolution in career goal is a healthy signal of evolution of the person himself.

Most people enter the workforce as a small fry that’s eager to catch up to everyone else.

5 years into their career, some may settle on a niche and decide to charge forward in that direction.

10 years into their career, they’re eager to help patients in more meaningful ways. They’re looking for bigger problems to solve. It’s time to play the ‘Ages 10+’ games. It feels more gratifying to think beyond themselves and wonder about their purpose in this world.

By this time, a big part of their professional goal is to serve those around them—which was hardly a concern in the beginning.

This has been my journey, at least. As I reflect on my birthday about how my wisdom and perspective have evolved since I graduated from pharmacy school.