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Admire Kamutimbe

3 Lessons I Wish I Knew in University


25 February 2026  ·  1 min read
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3 Lessons I Wish I Knew in University
Looking back at my varsity days, I realize there are things I could have done differently. Maybe you’ll relate: What I regret NOT doing: 1/ Building a clear strategy to grow my side projects 2/ Paying attention to politics and how it shapes opportunities 3/ Believing intelligence could thrive in isolation, instead of learning through collaboration What I regret doing: - Chasing too many passions at once without focus - Pouring all my energy into academics, forgetting balance - Letting fear of failure (especially in presentations) hold me back * My biggest takeaway: University isn’t just about grades. It’s about balance, flexibility, and learning to grow in different areas of life. Your turn: What’s one lesson you’ve learned so far in your academic journey? Share it below—I’d love to hear your story.
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Admire Kamutimbe
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Oluwanisola Adetayo

Oluwanisola Adetayo

 Medicine and Surgery, polyibadan 5month

Gold!!

Admire Kamutimbe

Admire Kamutimbe

 6month

@kevin.blue, well said man, your take on hyper activity is spot on.

Kevin Blue

Kevin Blue

 6month

I have a feeling I've learnt more than a single thing. But the biggest, hyper activity can be a good thing but it requires a suitable managing strategy otherwise it's a recipe for catastrophic failure.

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