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If I'm Certain of a College Major and Career path should I ask professionals who studied the major or work in the Career path I'm interested in questions about what it's like and what I need to do to get there?
I'm a Sophomore Student in High-School
I'm interested in Biomedical Engineering
I'm starting to look at College that suit my needs and major
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Sharon’s Answer
Hey Myrick! Your idea is fantastic! If you're decided on a specific major or career path, it would be beneficial to connect with college students who are currently studying your chosen field and professionals who are already working in your desired career. LinkedIn is a great platform to set up these informative "coffee" chats. If you haven't created a LinkedIn profile yet, it's a good idea to do so. This way, you can identify and connect with students and professionals who share your career aspirations and arrange a brief conversation to gain insights from their experiences. When arranging these discussions, it's important to introduce yourself, share your objectives, and clarify the purpose of your chat. Best of luck!
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Lama’s Answer
Absolutely. You should talk to people that work in the field and request them to give you an advice.
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Josh’s Answer
Hello Myrick! Engaging in conversations with individuals who are already thriving in the career you aspire to pursue is a significant stride towards carving out your own successful path. If you can transform these dialogues into deeper connections, they may evolve into valuable mentorships. Cultivating relationships is an essential skill in all professions, and discovering someone who shares your career aspirations can help you to focus your efforts more effectively, propelling you towards your ambitions. It's also a fantastic way to identify your likes and dislikes in your chosen field, offering you a broader range of alternatives if you ever choose to explore different avenues.
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Job’s Answer
Yes, you should talk to people that work in the field. Try to talk to educators who teach this field. And do background research to discover what you really have to do in the field of your choosing. It sounds like you have made a decision that's the hard part. Now you do your research find a good school talk to people who have experienced what you will go through and finally pursue your goal.
I wish you the very best of luck. You selected a very difficult yet very important field for yourself to go into.
I wish you the very best of luck. You selected a very difficult yet very important field for yourself to go into.