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Sir I am currently pursuing MSC Geo Physics My long-term goal is not only to build a strong career as a geophysicist, but potentially to start my own geophysics/geoscience-related company in the future.

I would really appreciate advice from experienced geophysicists, researchers, industry professionals and entrepreneurs here.

A few questions I have:

1.if you were starting your geophysics career again as an MSc student, which skills would you focus on first?

2.Which geophysics specializations have the best long-term career opportunities in industry and research?

3.For someone interested in eventually starting a company, what problems or services in geophysics/geoscience have genuine business potential?

4.Is it better to first spend several years working in the industry/research and then start a company, or can a student start building something while studying?

5.What mistakes should an MSc student avoid when planning a career in geophysics?

6.If possible, could you share your own career journey and what you wish you had known when you were an MSc student?

I’m from India, but I’m open to opportunities and perspectives from different countries.

I really need Your guidance and support sirs

Any honest advice, criticism or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Hi everyone,

following up on our previous post, I’d like to share the latest scan results and 3D surface visualizations from the next phase of our ongoing manganese exploration work. These are based on our recent data and field checks.

Key Parameters & Field Observations:

Survey Grid: Data integrated across an extended regional grid (130m × 210m).
Scan & Anomaly Data: Our 3D scans indicate clear anomaly patterns and consistent subsurface continuation in this section.
Target Zone (Vein Bounds): The secondary vein structure measures roughly 57m × 45m, mapped at a depth of 24m to 27m underground, with an average grade of ~32% Mn.
Depth Progression: Current data shows this vein continuing deeper with an increasing grade trend as it goes down. We plan to scan and map the deeper sections in our upcoming phases.

All spatial coordinates and sensitive metadata have been removed for site privacy. I would really appreciate any technical thoughts or feedback from fellow members on these scan models!

Hello Sir Everyone

Part 2: Following up on our manganese exploration - 3D subsurface mapping of secondary target (32% Mn)