But, perhaps most importantly, caddying provided them with a built-in network of relatively affluent supporters who wanted to see them succeed. And, in industries where product offerings are more homogenized, the biggest point of differentiation can be the people providing the service and the strength of their networks. For this reason, former caddies possess a distinct advantage in the following popular industries:

Megan Gallian is currently a sophomore Evans Scholar from The University of Notre Dame studying on the pre-medicine track as a Neuroscience & Behavior major with a minor in Compassionate Care in Medicine. She lives in Chicago and caddied for four years at Bryn Mawr Country Club in Lincolnwood, Illinois. This school year, Megan serves as President of the Notre Dame Evans Scholars Chapter.