Reading through discussions about career pathways lately has been both enlightening and frustrating. The traditional narrative of “get a degree or stay stuck” is finally starting to crack, and it’s about time.

Sitting here in my home office, sipping my Market Lane coffee, I’ve been reflecting on the fascinating stories of career transitions I’ve been reading. What’s particularly striking is how many successful professionals started their journeys in hospitality. These stories hit close to home - my local café’s manager recently made a similar leap into corporate procurement, doubling her salary in the process.