I've taken three years off to work and save up money. I don't mind my decision, I live at home so rent's cheap, and all of my friends left for school already, which kind of sucks but also saves money because I'm not out partying all the time. Now I have over 10K in the bank and can basically coast through a year of school with a part-time job and no worries. If I don't like it - no problem, let's go work some more and maybe travel a bit.

People were always telling me that they were disappointed that a smart guy like me wouldn't go to school. Up until this year, I just didn't feel like it. It's your life - do what you want, not what people tell you to. Gut feelings are wonderful things.