P\u2019 Chanat\u2014A Legendary Top Student with an Industry Mindset \ud83d\udc33\u2728<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udc33 My name is Chanat<\/strong>, and my nickname is also Chanat<\/strong>. I\u2019m from the 3rd cohort of Chemistry<\/strong>. I worked on a project with Ajarn Pailin<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc33 He\u2019s highly capable and self-disciplined. He loves to think and experiment. If you tell him something, he won\u2019t believe it right away\u2014he will search, investigate, and prove it himself<\/strong>. He tries things beyond the plan, makes mistakes, runs experiments at different scales, and once the data is solid, he reports back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc33 I chose Chemistry because it\u2019s the subject I\u2019m best at and enjoy the most since high school\u2014and job opportunities are quite good. I chose Kasetsart University, Sriracha Campus<\/strong> because the program has a strong reputation (and honestly, the coursework is intense\u2014in a good way! \ud83d\ude02).<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc33 First, you need a dream and a clear goal<\/strong>. Then you must act and practice. When something is difficult, don\u2019t tell yourself you can\u2019t do it\u2014thinking like that blocks your growth. Instead, see every challenge as an opportunity to improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc33 After setting a goal, you need discipline and consistency<\/strong>. My method was: study in advance before class<\/strong>, and summarize what I learned immediately after class<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc33 I\u2019m not good because I\u2019m naturally gifted\u2014I\u2019m here because of effort<\/strong>. And don\u2019t forget to balance your life: exercise, meet friends, and recharge your energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc33 Mainly because of family financial difficulties<\/strong>. When I started university, I dreamed of becoming a university lecturer, and my family supported me. But later, my mother\u2019s business faced serious problems, and I had to adjust my plan. I decided to work as soon as possible after graduation<\/strong> to help my family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc33 At first, I focused on salary. The pay was great, but the workload was heavy and the system wasn\u2019t good, so I resigned. Then I tried a job with lower pay and a simpler life\u2014but it wasn\u2019t enough to live on, so I had to find a new job \ud83d\ude02\ud83e\udd23. \ud83d\udc33 I currently work at Nippon Paint<\/strong>, a company producing coatings for cars, motorcycles, and electrical appliances. \ud83d\udc33 Very different. Studying is mental work\u2014memorizing and thinking a lot. Working is physically tiring, especially in a Japanese company. The salary is good, but work\u2013life balance can be tough<\/strong>. There are many projects and problem-solving tasks, so you must prioritize well. And most importantly: keep improving yourself and never ignore your health<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc33 Please take your studies seriously\u2014competition is high today. <\/p>\n\n\n\u2753 How would your lecturer describe you?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2753 Why did you choose Chemistry at KU Sriracha?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2753 How did you achieve First-Class Honors?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2753 Are you naturally smart?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2753 With such great grades, why didn\u2019t you continue studying?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2753 How did you choose your job?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It was challenging, especially during the COVID period. It took about two years<\/strong> to find a job that was acceptable in both salary and work system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u2753 Where do you work now?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
My position is Chemist (Technical Department)<\/strong>. I solve problems and develop products related to automotive coatings. I use a lot of what I learned\u2014polymers, organic chemistry, and analytical chemistry<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u2753 Is working very different from studying?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2753 Any advice for juniors?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udc33 Practice English communication<\/strong>, because at work you may need to communicate with foreign supervisors.
\ud83d\udc33 And the most important lesson: work\u2013life balance and health<\/strong>. This isn\u2019t always taught in class, but it matters the most. Take care of both your physical and mental health. \u270c\ufe0f\u270c\ufe0f
\ud83d\udc33 Also, social skills and professional etiquette matter. Real work requires coordination across departments and with clients. No matter how talented you are, you can\u2019t work alone\u2014learn teamwork, empathy, sharing, and proper behavior. Remember: you carry your university\u2019s name with you everywhere<\/p>\n\n\n\n