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How do you decide which major to take up in college?
Right now, I'm a junior in high school and of course thinking about colleges, where to apply, and how to stand from my competiton. But my main concern is what I should major in. There are so many courses that sound super interesting to me like anthropology, Spanish, business, etc., but it's so...
As a student in highschool, many doors (internships) seems shut. What are you r recommendations for a highschool student who wants to get an internship at a consulting firm?
More so for next summer, I would like to intern at a consulting firm so that I might learn about what it takes (experience and education wise) to come back and get a job post-degree. #business #higher-education #consulting #management-consulting
What are the perquisites for studying economics in university- what must you be strong in?
Economics is a field I am interested in studying. #economics
How strict are law firms and other legal institutions with their age or education requirements for their internships?
Most places I want to intern at either have educational or age requirements that I do not meet as a high schooler, restricting my chance of getting an internship. I plan to major in political science when I go to college and would love some exposure to the legal and governmental world by...
How can I be promoted in a company?
As a person who wants to move up to higher positions in a company, how can I give my managers the impression that I am capable of being in a higher authoritative position? #career #work #life
What is the difference between elementary school and middle school?
I personally thought that both schools are the same, just that in middle school the work is a bit tough. Many different students have different answers and would make me happy to hear a few answers. #graduate-school #college-student #student-affairs
What are good time management strategies?
I want to be involved, get good grades, maintain social relationships during college. How can I do this is a way that won't be too stressful? #college #work #life
How to overcome fearness and nervousness during a presentation?
I'm going to be in 10 grade this year. I will have a portfolio to present my projects in front of some students and teachers. But I get scared while presenting and sometimes forget what to say. Other hand, my English is not so well. #professor #psychologist
How to get a job after graduating with an associates in accounting
I just obtained my associates degree in accounting and have been having a hard time finding a job that doesn't require previous experience #college #business #finance #accounting #graduate #college-jobs
Is maintaining a relationship with your professors in college important?
would it be a good idea to ask them for help, or introduce yourself when class first starts to give a good impression? Does it matter? #college #school
Before applying to college, what should be mainly in my portfolio and why?
This question is being asked because as a student myself, I want to know what college admissions offices are mainly looking for. I want others to use this question as a resource so they know how to prepare themselves for college in the near future! #college-admissions #officer #admissions
What should I dress for a career fair?
My school is going to be having those throughout the year and what are some things I should wear? What should I be prepared to do, what should I bring? #career #jobs
Do you believe you have to be mature to be successful?
I guess it's sort weird for me to ask this, but do you think that if you are still young that you won't be as successful? An example of this is managers; some managers try to befriend their co-workers, while other managers don't. do you believe that remaining young seeming will make you less...
what is a good way to relieve your stress?
What are some ways that you relieve your stress , and how does the way you relieve your stress benefit you #stress
What do you believe has made you successful?
The question asks it all. As a regular person, what has made you succeed in your life? #success
Why are Honor College Programs important?
I never really heard that much about honor college programs before so i wanted to learn more. #college #college-advice
what was something you were afraid to do but glad you did career wise?
just wanted to know what helped you a lot even if you were scared of doing it in the beginning #career #life
What Career to chose from??
Well, am interested in Fashion Modeling, a Piloting, and a Scientist and all of this are good career choices but my parents expect me to make them proud by choosing a great career choice that isn't modeling or traveling a lot and also earn a good money pay. But I love traveling places and need...
What do you believe is your strongest asset in life?
What gives you the edge that can help you get jobs. Or that pushes people towards you #career #life #asset
What do you value the most ?
In general, in your employeers, in your friends .. #finance
What is the best major to have if you plan on a career on wall street?
I am asking this question because I am an incoming freshman in college and plan to major in economics. I'm curious to see what other successful college students have studied specifically to help prepare them for their future careers in finance. #college-major #finance #college-bound #first-job...
How did you pay off your college debt ?
After you graduated and had amassed a lot of debt, how did you pay it all off? What are some tips and tricks that you believe everyone should know? #college #money #debt
How do you approach a difficult customer ?
When you are dealing with someone who is visibly upset, what do you do to stop the situation from going to far? #work #customer
What is something you look forward to during work?
Let's look at the bright side of things! What do you like the most about what you do? #career #work
Do you have role models?
As you were growing up and starting to transform into who you are today, did you ever look up to anyone on being successful ? #business #rolemodels
If a person does not have any prior work experience, what do you look at to determine if you would like them to work for your company?
Let's say this person hasn't volunteered, hasn't worked, hasn't had an internship.. They are newly graduated college students with an under-grad degree. What makes you hire these people?(If you would hire them) #career #work #hire
What is a skill that many people need to improve on?
Employeers, bosses, hiring officals, etc. When you don't hire someone what is a common weakness that a person has that makes you not want them in your company. What is something that a lot of people have in common that they should work on ? #skills #employer #common
As an aspiring entrepreneur, how important is learning to code and what are some of the best websites, programs, or online schools for learning the skill?
I am interested in entrepreneurship but time and time again I put an idea aside because I dont know how to code, and have not yet fleshed out my idea enough to begin a seed round for funding for a coder. #computer-software #programming #coding #program-development
As I begin to explore possible subjects in higher education, what major would best teach me the skills most useful in landing and excelling at a consulting job at a respected firm?
I am currently taking a business management course at Oxford and we have been talking about consulting. We have practised consulting with case studies, but not really discussed what it takes to become one professionally. #business #business-development #consulting #management-consulting...
Is looks a factor in getting hired?
I know many people say that we have to be unbiased when hiring other people. But, realistically speaking. What are the greater chances that a person is attractive with less qualification vs. a person who isn't as good looking get the job? #career #hiring
How realistic should I be when accomplishing career goals
I would imagine that after college being thrown in a crazy hectic world it can be hard to adjust what you want to do with what you are able to do. With a lot of competition and people having better qualification than you. How hopeful? Should you be in maintaining a career goal ? #career #life #goal
Are there fields of work where art skills are incorporated, but you are not required to work as a professional artist?
Ever since I was a child I have been passionate about being an artist. I have went to art classes for many years and am have grown very skilled in painting, and drawing. My works have been displayed in galleries, and have received praises from the general public and professional artists. Moving...
When writing a resume, how do you write about your weaknesses in such a way that will make you more likely to be hired?
Being a tenth grader in high school, I am required to work community service hours. In order to do this I must get a job as a volunteer or intern somewhere. In order to apply for certain positions a resume is required to be submitted. I would like to know how to write one to the best of my...
Do you think cleanliness is associated with your business success?
super random question. It just seems like bosses try really hard to be clean in their workspaces and environments
What is a great way to stand out above all other applicants?
During jobs, school searches, I guess class could count to. What is the best way in making a great first impression to the people that you meet? #school #job #social
How "easy" is a minimum wage job ?
Many people put emphasis in how easy a minimum wage job in industries like; fast food, or retail is easy. How "easy" is it compared to "real-world" jobs, and what are the differences and similarities between the jobs? #career #jobs #minimum
Would employers rather see internships/jobs or volunteer work?
Just wondering what is weight more as a prospective employer looks at your resume #career #resume #employer
What is more important? Your GPA or your experience?
When prospective employeers look at your resume, Which qualification has a greater chance in the employee getting a job ?
#college #career #jobs #resume #gpa
How do you maintain a healthy lifestyle while also working a lot ?
Even as a college student I struggle with this already. Between classes and studying it's hard to make time for the gym and eating healthy when you want to get back to your next job asap. #college #lifestyle #multitasking
If you transfer your sophomore year in college how long will it take to accumulate a bachelor's degree?
Thinking about transferring to a school that is more focused on my career path #college #career #school #goal
Do you get used to corporate jobs?
Handling your employeers, paperwork.. As a student looking on to my bosses and employees, it seems as if they are usually stressed and constantly busy. #work #corporate #responsibility
What job options or internship opportunities are there for animators?
I'm in college majoring in 3D Animation and I'd like to know where I can start my career. I feel like experience is the best way to get out there and I'd love to know the options that are available to me as a college student.
#internships #animation #computer-animation
Is fashion marketing too far of a stretch?
Am I taking it too far when I say I want to be a fashion marketer? I am currently studying communications and business. Is fashion marketing out of reach from where I am? #career #marketing #fashion
Are there stereotypes towards different majors/jobs? If yes, What are those stereotypes?
It seems like in college there are bias that fields lie science, accounting.. and so and much harder than other fields. #majors #field #stereotypes
I have an AS, can I apply to a PA program or do I have to complete 4 years of college before applying?
I will be going back to school soon. #science #nursing #physician #administrative-assistants
Do I have to take an exam to get accepted into a Physician assistant program? What is the application process like?
Really interested in the medical field #people #application #physicians-assistant #professionals #programs
How important is having a career goal?
What if you are a person who does not know your interest or skills? What would you suggest this person to do if they don't know. #college #career #skills #goal
Doyou usually end up in the same social status as your parents?
My friend told this to me once and I was wondering the validity of it. If you are middle class will you end up staying in the middle class?.. If you are in the higher class.. and so forth. #job #work
What can I do with a Biology major? and what jobs are available for Bio majors?
Thinking about majoring on Bio. #college #science
How long is the career of a physician assistant and what is it required to become one?
I've always wanted to become a physician, but I was told that a physician assistant does almost the same thing and goes to school for less amount of time. I will appreciate any answer/comments.
Thanks #science #college-major #majors #general
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