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Jarrett Nov 06, 2023 371 views

How would one launch a business focused on specialized industrial areas?

How would an entrepreneur start a business on an industrial scale, specifically for drone services (eg. cinematography, 3d modelling, surveying, etc) how would it get started?

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C May 06, 2023 2018 views

What is a Prompt Engineer / Should I list ChatGPT skill on my resume ?

Context: With ChatGPT , AI tools gaining popularity in all industries, is 'AI skill' something that companies and HR managers are looking for in the coming years ? If so, what does 'AI skills' mean to you ? ( e.g. able to generate reports with greater efficiency using ChatGPT ? ) Most...

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Be Apr 16, 2021 782 views

Explain why your background and experience would be a good fit for this job?

#first-job

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C Sep 29, 2020 2094 views

HOW TO STAND OUT FROM A VIDEO INTERVIEW?

For all professionals & students who are reading my post, I thank you for your time and I appreciate any suggestions you share! Please take care of yourself. CONTEXT: Because of COVID, most companies are conducting interviews via video. I found that it's more challenging to leave a good...

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wayne Sep 16, 2020 762 views

lost after graduation

I got my BSc in chemistry in June. I had an ok-ish GPA that's just above the minimum requirement for grad school, 8 months of undergrad research, and 3 years of experience in kitchen-related part-time work. I wasn't able to find job-related to my study area, such as entry-level research,...

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C Sep 12, 2020 2884 views

What to say when reaching out connections on Linkedin?

THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO ANSWER MY QUESTION! Context: I came across a job posting in "X" department I'd like to apply and I know someone who works at that company in "Y" department. I understand that X & Y departments work closely together. I want to gain more insights about the role...

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Bahara Aug 26, 2020 727 views

MINOR RECOMMENDATION WITH ACCOUNTING MAJOR

Hello, I am majoring in Accounting and wanted to a major on the side as well. My University offers a variety of minors and I have listed down the ones I am most interested in: - Innovation and Entrepreneurship - Finance - International Business Any recommendations on which minor would be...

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Bahara Aug 26, 2020 2033 views

Will double minor add value to my degree?

I am going to my 4th year of University and majoring in Accounting. I am considering doing a double minor in Finance and International Business. I am concern about double minors. Will double minors add value to my degree? and is it a good minor to choose with my major in Accounting? Need some...

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C Aug 08, 2020 1161 views

How to engage more audiences on Linkedin?

To all professionals reading this post, thank you for your precious time! I hope all is well on your end! :) Context: I like to use Linkedin to look for jobs and connect with like-minded people. However, my posts don't usually generate a lot of views. I don't know how LinkedIn algorithm...

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Jenny Jul 31, 2020 1011 views

Do I need a license to work in the Insurance field?

I am currently in my second-year of post-secondary in the insurance field. However, I am not too sure if I need some sort of license after I graduate or if a bachelor's degree is good enough. In addition, if I do need a license, can I just do the license while I am still in school? Or do I have...

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Jenny Jul 31, 2020 947 views

What can I expect in the Insurance field? (underwriting, claims, etc)

I am currently in an insurance program in my post-secondary school however, I am not that exposed to it. The main courses for the program don't begin until my third year and I do not know what I am really getting myself in to. I was wondering if any of you could explain the different roles in...

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Blessing Jul 29, 2020 676 views

What is the best way to build my network and find a mentor in my field of study?

I am an undergraduate student looking to expand my network and find a possible mentor - someone I can whose mistakes I can learn from and who can show me how to navigate the field as a graduate (which I will be in 2021)

#JULY20 #networking #mentorship

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Blessing Jul 29, 2020 403 views

How feasible is a Master's program in an area I am only vaguely familiar with from my undergrad?

I am a university student entering my final year and am looking for possible Master's programs to apply for. I am open to new areas of study but am not sure if it would be a good decision to go for an area I am not fully familiar with

#JULY20 #upcominggraduate

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C Jul 29, 2020 1460 views

How Do You Keep Yourself Motivated? (Insights from all industries are welcome! )

Hello everyone! Tech industry is ever changing, new tools/frameworks keep popping up. For example, using React hooks in the React App has been gaining popularity since its release. Another example is the new features of JavaScript (ES6/7/8/9 /10......) Questions: 1. Given the...

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C Jul 22, 2020 969 views

What's the one thing you would do differently if you could travel back in time to where you started your career / coding journey?

As a self-taught web developer, at some point during my coding journey, I got distracted and switched to a different language just out of curiosity. (switch from JavaScript to Python). Three months later, I realized that Python or Data science isn't really my thing. (I definitely see the...

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C Jul 18, 2020 1212 views

How do you overcome imposter syndrome?

As a self-taught web developer, I often wonder whether I am competent enough to apply for web developer jobs that typically require a degree in Computer Science & require 2+ years (or more) of relevant work experiences for junior web developer position. The requirement section in the job post...

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C Jul 18, 2020 815 views

How to prep for (technical) interviews for Web Developer position?

Hello everyone! I'm a self-taught front-end web developer with background in Psychology. - How do you usually prepare for your interviews ? - What kinds of questions do they typical ask? - When you are given a problem you can't solve on the spot, what do you do to leave a good...

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Grace Jul 17, 2020 777 views

What should I do to get a first time job?

I've made a basic resume, and because it's my first job I don't have much on it. It's basic, and has some skills and volunteer experience on it. But when I applied in store and online to about 20 places, none of them reached back to me. #first-job #entry-level #job-search #resume #JULY20 Is...

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Grace Jul 17, 2020 533 views

What kind of jobs are avaliable in the art industry right now?

I've always had an interest in studying art, it's one if the few things I enjoy learning and improving in. However, I'm not really sure what kind of careers I could have with an art degree. I'm mainly interested in design programs like game, digitial or 3D modeling design. #design #career #art...

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Grace Jul 17, 2020 671 views

What's some thing I should be aware and tips for having a credit card?

I'm a student, and I found that when I apply to certain universities or workshops it requires a credit card to apply. Since credit and loans are a fairly new topic for me, what are some things I should look out for and what are the benefits? #student #credit

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Ashley Jul 03, 2020 755 views

How do you train yourself to be more self-disciplined?

I day dream wayyyy too much. But because of it I'm super ambitious. #selfimprovement

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Niharika May 05, 2020 789 views

How important is it to be a part of extra curricular activities in college?

I have just completed first year at the University of Western Ontario in General Science. I will be majoring in Biology and have a long term goal of becoming a doctor. #biology #science #medicine

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Aria Apr 27, 2020 1177 views

Any tips on saving for university?

Hi! I’m hoping to attend university in a few years and the financial burden of it all has been worrying me. I’m a high school student, and the only source of income in my family comes from my dad. I’ve spoken with my parents about plans for college and it seems that they expect me to at least...

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Aria Apr 27, 2020 3414 views

How much emphasis do Canadian universities put on extracurriculars?

I’m a 9th grade student studying in Canada. I’ve been trying to build up a strong university application in hopes that a head start can relieve my 12th grade self of some added stress. Some resources online have said that extracurricular activities can make or break an application, but most of...

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Haneen Apr 22, 2020 1342 views

How can I land a summer internshp/job?

#internship #summer-jobs #business #finance

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Yixuan Apr 21, 2020 711 views

As a non-ComputerScience student, how can I get a job in data science?

I am a student in Geoscience with great passion in Data Science, I self-learned many data science courses in Coursera and conducted several projects. My dream job is data analyst/scientist. I am not sure how to get the 1st job/intern/part-time in the data science. Any advices?? Thank you....

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Hannah Feb 28, 2020 1002 views

Does a veterinarian make much more money than a vet tech?

Is there a large discrepancy in pay levels between the two professions? #veterinary #veterinary-medicine #veterinarian #animal-health

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Hannah Feb 28, 2020 847 views

How much should a veterinarian expect to make in their first few years of work?

I am curious about how much different professions make. There are many different answers on the internet, so I am curious on if there is a more definite number. #veterinary #medicine #veterinarian

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Hannah Feb 28, 2020 529 views

Is there one route that is better than another to get into law school?

I am super curious about multiple "potential careers", one of them being law. I am starting university in the fall of 2020, and am wondering if there is particular undergraduate degrees that are more effective when entering a law program. #law-school #law #college #lawyer # attorney

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Hannah Feb 28, 2020 548 views

What career opportunities come from a biology degree?

I am entering my first year of university in the fall, and have applied to several programs at different schools. I am curious if there are many career opportunities that stem from a biology degree, or if it should be used as a stepping stone into further education #biology #science #stem

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