As we’ve noted before being well rounded is critical in today’s industry. Whereas we’ve had the opportunity to experience this while still in college, recently Jon Morrow posted his account of this realization once in the work force.

I was told that having a high GPA would open all kinds of doors for me. But you know what? I interviewed with lots of companies, received a total of 14 job offers after graduation, and none of the companies asked about it. They were much more impressed with stuff like serving as Chief of Staff for the student government and starting a radio station run by 200 volunteers.

Twentysomething: Why I regret getting straight A’s in college

We just have to remind you, as Jon does, that depending on your life goals, GPA can make a big impact. On the whole, the weight that employers put on grades is over estimated, though there are always exceptions. GPA is especially important in even higher education, but if that’s not your boat, you should think about what Jon has to say.

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