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jonnathan Nov 28, 2018 829 views

how is it like in a day of a teller?

im a job corp student , and we have an assessment too reach out to a professional in the field we would like to work at #JobCorp #career

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John Nov 19, 2018 797 views

What do I need to know about starting in carpentry?

I just started job corps for certification in carpentry. I'd like to go into construction and maybe even become self-employed as a handyman someday. I'd like to know what I should expect to deal with when I leave job corps and start on my first actual job. What starting position(s) should I...

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Kali Nov 19, 2018 869 views

Whats a good job to begin with in the business industry?

I am starting to go into office administration and wanted to know which business or anything related to it (work, experience, ect) would help me to know more about my future career. #career #business

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Minh Nov 06, 2018 872 views

What do Operations Research Analysts do on a daily basis?

I am a junior in high school and interested in applied analytics. #analyst

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Colleen Oct 29, 2018 1101 views

What do I need to study to become an entrepreneur?

I want to start my own company, what skills do I need? What benefits does college have to becoming an entrepreneur?

#entrepreneur #business #small-business

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Sophia Oct 26, 2018 840 views

How to Maintain a Balanced Life

How do I manage a job, school, studying, and hobbies? I feel as if all of my time is wasted and that I’m not productive. How do I stop feeling this way? How do I get myself to be able to fit in at least an hour of doing the things I love? How do I become less obsessed with my phone, and...

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Sophia Oct 26, 2018 987 views

Applying for Scholarships

I am a 2018 high school graduate on a gap year. I am using my time away from school to apply for more aid and really getting to myself as well. As I try to find scholarships, I notice most are for those who are seniors in high school and graduating in 2019. I have gotten lucky with some,...

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Sophia Oct 26, 2018 1114 views

Self Discipline and Motivation

I’m going to begin #onlinecourses in a few days and I’m not sure how I will stay on top of them. I have to get through 20 courses within the next 12 months, and have 8 weeks to complete each course. My question is, how do I stay on top of the work and receive good marks? #motivation...

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Daniella Oct 08, 2018 785 views

How do I obtain a job in Property Management?

One of my career goals is to become an Assistant Property Manager but it seems difficult to apply for a job in this position or at least get a job as an administrative assistant in this field and work your way up. #management #business #job-search

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Armani Sep 30, 2018 1417 views

What can I do with a business administration degree vs an economics degree?

#business #finance #management #accounting

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Jeffrey Sep 28, 2018 664 views

What should I do if my professor does not tolerate opposing thoughts?

#professor #college #discussion #tolerance #differentbeliefs

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Armani Sep 20, 2018 1026 views

In college regardless of major how quickly did you get employed?

Usually the purpose of going to college is to get educated in order to qualify for some sort of job/interest you have. However how long did it take to get employed in your field? #job #job-search #career #college

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Armani Sep 20, 2018 809 views

How much experience is needed in terms of managing a hedge fund?

As of lately I have been really interested into business in terms of a possible major. However I know nothing about what you could do with a business degree. I was thinking of being a hedge fund manager but I would like to know what steps do I take to position myself to have enough experience...

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Trinity Sep 07, 2018 1031 views

Career explorations for a confident career?

Hello! For my school's graduation requirement, I have to have 15 hours of career exploration. I know that I want to be a psychologist or do something in the psychology field, but those jobs are usually very confidential. What should I do? If I cannot do that, I am also very interested in other...

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Alex Sep 04, 2018 1427 views

Is electrical engineering as hands on as I think it is?

Hello, I am an aspiring electrical engineer and I want to do EE because I enjoy it. My main concern is that electrical engineering jobs aren't hands on. I have heard from multiple people that the majority of the jobs are just sitting at a desk all day. Also, is EE in Boston viable? To me, it...

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Kacie Aug 30, 2018 757 views

What should I do if I know what major I want to pursue, but not what profession?

I'm a high school senior #scholarships

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Evelynn Aug 29, 2018 873 views

If I graduate from college and realize I've chosen the wrong major, what are my options?

I think many college students feel the stress of choosing the college major that is right for them-- what if they choose wrong? I'd like to know what my options are in case I find myself in this situation a few years down the road. Thanks! #choosing-a-major #majors #career-counseling

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Evelynn Aug 29, 2018 9854 views

What's the difference between Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, and Biomechanical Engineering?

I am currently majoring in Biomedical Engineering, however I see these other terms thrown around all the time. I'd like to know if there is a difference or if these terms are simply synonyms. Thanks! #general #anyone #professors #health #nanotechnology

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Priscilla Aug 28, 2018 587 views

If anyone has any advice on how to become a Physician's Assistant please share!

I really want to pursue this career because I am very interested in healthcare and just helping others. I know it's not an easy journey. I gotta keep my grades up and get some healthcare experience under my belt before I even consider applying to grad school. #career-counseling

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Priscilla Aug 28, 2018 903 views

what are some good techniques to ease anxiety?

i get like super anxious sometimes and i start making up possible scenarios for situations and i just drive myself crazy #life

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Ahlyia Aug 27, 2018 1553 views

What are ways to increase your changes of being accepted to four year colleges, despite being from a low income area?

Another question I have is how can I stand out to colleges while being from a low income area that, to me, seems to limit my opportunities? I have had personal experiences losing great opportunities due to where I am from. #college #high-school #low-income-area #workforce #steam #stem #science...

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Ahlyia Aug 27, 2018 1047 views

What are the challenges I may face pursuing a career in science, and how can I stand out among the rest?

For my first two years in high school I have been studying biotechnology and I have been working diligently in preparing myself for college and the workforce. Though I have not decided on an exact career, I am deeply considering one within forensics, pharmaceuticals, or in the space exploration...

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Isabel Aug 27, 2018 2012 views

What is one invaluable lesson you learned at a job or internship?

job #first-job #job #summer-jobs #college-jobs #jobs #internships

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Isabel Aug 27, 2018 1456 views

What is most valuable to employers when looking for a potential employee who has just graduated from college?

#career #job #jobs #careers #writing # #job-market # #college-jobs #business

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Ivana Aug 24, 2018 875 views

How can we gain our concentration back?

#pharmacy #pharmd

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Ivana Aug 24, 2018 844 views

new cool way to memorize quickly

#pharmacy #pharmd

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Julia Aug 21, 2018 679 views

What should I do in Business?

#business #career

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Julia Aug 21, 2018 1071 views

Is is hard to balance academics and social life?

#social #social-psychology #career

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Luisa Aug 19, 2018 636 views

Are there any good colleges for Wildlife Biology in Montana or Arizona?

#college #major #wildlife

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Luisa Aug 19, 2018 835 views

what major would help me become a park ranger?

I would really like to become a park ranger for Yellowstone one day. #college-majors #majors #parkranger #nationalparkservice #senior #help

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Claudia Michelle Aug 18, 2018 666 views

What's the best search tool for jobs after college?

I feel like getting a degree isn't enough to get a job. You actually have to know where to look if you want a job in the degree you graduated from. #college #jobs #job-search

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Claudia Michelle Aug 18, 2018 828 views

How do you make a budget in college?

I find it really hard to make a budget. #saving #budget

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Armani Aug 13, 2018 924 views

How stressful is a double major?

Currently I am split between business (economics) and biomedical science in terms of career paths to pursue. When I tell others this they say business goes well with everything so I should double major. Being in high school I have no idea the rigor of attaining a degree for a major. That being...

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Armani Aug 13, 2018 1213 views

How do you know medical school is “for you?”

Being young it is easy to say you want to be a doctor, but with little to no exposure it’s hard to know if you’re cut for it. How does one know that they should attend medical school if they are unsure before they get into college?
#medschool #doctor #medicine

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Moiz Aug 11, 2018 709 views

At what moment in college do you get the feeling that the major you have chosen is truly for you?

I have known folks that graduated with a law degree and ended in medical school and those that graduated with a petroleum engineering work at banks. How and when do you know what you have chosen is for you? #careervillage.org #scholarship #career #frustration #confusion #satisfaction...

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Moiz Aug 11, 2018 912 views

Upon graduating with a decent engineering degree and working just about enough to pay off the debt, how can one give back to the society?

My mother always emphasized on something - "always leave something better than how you found it". I would like to live up to her model.

#engineering #volunteering #payback #mindfulness #satisfaction #technology #upliftment #careervillage.org #scholarship

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Carley Jul 27, 2018 542 views

How do I make the right choices when there is peer pressure?

I don't want to be pressured to do anything but what happens if I am tempted to do something I may regret? #peer #pressure

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Carley Jul 27, 2018 780 views

How do I know what job is right for me?

How do I know what jobs are good? Do I judge it by the benefits or the job itself? #job #first-job

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Dylan Jul 25, 2018 787 views

What is the easiest way to alleviate student loans?

I am wondering what tips would be useful to know before I enter collage so I can pay off the loan before interest starts building. #financial-planning #loans #finance #student-loans

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Dylan Jul 25, 2018 1023 views

Is it worth it getting a laptop for collage?

I am a freshman going into collage and I am wondering if it is generally worth it to get a laptop for collage

#technology

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Aliyah Jul 19, 2018 892 views

Is Child Psychology a good major?

So I initially wanted to be a child psychologist but so far I've been hearing that a career in psychology isn't as good as you'd expect it to be. Can you get a good job with a Bachelor's degree from it? #career #psych

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Aliyah Jul 19, 2018 942 views

What should I expect at an HBCU?

I've heard some good and some bad things about HBCU's and especially about students going there from out of state so I want to know what's the tea??
#hbcus

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destiny Jul 13, 2018 948 views

Ive always been interested in the Law enforcement and want to get started in looking at colleges and the steps to achieve this goal of mine but dont know exactly where to start...

#law #PoliceOfficer

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Jeffrey Jul 12, 2018 659 views

Should I get a job during school?

I want to earn money but I'm not sure if i can manage my time. #job

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Jeffrey Jul 12, 2018 531 views

How should I manage my time so that I don't wake up so groggy?

I would always go to sleep at 2. I always wake up groggy. I think i should go to sleep before midnight, but I can't seem to do so. #sleep

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Rebecca Jul 06, 2018 912 views

What is the best way to prepare for starting your own restaurant?

#chef
#restaurant
#business
#advice
#entrepreneur
#food-industry

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Rebecca Jul 06, 2018 687 views

If multiple schools that i'm trying to apply to require a common application essay, will I need to write an essay on a different prompt for each, or is one enough?

#common application essay #advice #college-application #college

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Anthony Jun 29, 2018 890 views

Should I do marching band in college?

I know that in college, marching band is intense and takes a lot of time. Is it fun and challenging and worth the time investment? Or is it not worth the time spent? #Band #Marching

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Anthony Jun 29, 2018 900 views

Should I do a sport in College?

I heard that doing a sport in college is really intense. I am on my school's swim team and I'm not good but not bad either. I mostly do it for fun. Would joining a swim team in college be worth it? #sports #swim #college #athlete #athletics #college-athlete

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Alex May 29, 2018 1444 views

What can you do with a Ph.D in physics?

I have always wanted to get a Ph.d. in physics. I planned to do electrical engineering or computer science and then get a Ph.d. in physics. My main issue is that I am not sure what being a physicist entails, aside from academia. I would like to know what someone with a Ph.d. in physics could...

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