16 Things You Should Do Before You’re 30

10. Learn To Cook

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Just because we live in a world where you can get takeout for every meal if you want, doesn’t mean you should. Even if you only learn to prep one dish, it gives you the ability to take care of yourself and host friends. Double win.

 

11. Take Big Career Risks

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Hate your job? So leave! You probably won’t land your dream job right away, but that’s no reason not to try. The people who are most successful are the ones who went out of their way to make something happen, often creating their dream jobs out of thin air. If you see an opportunity, take it.

 

12. Invest In Your Future

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And not just financially. Opportunities for education and experiences – like travel – should be seen as the investments they are, because they bring you closer to becoming the person you want to be.

Written by Mary McCaw

Mary is a freelance writer and editor. She's based in San Francisco, but lately, home is wherever her suitcase is. If you really are what you eat, she is at least 50% pizza.