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Garima Oct 23, 2017 1712 views

How to start learning about a career path?

I finished my BA in Psychology and I'm interested in counseling, yet I don't have any experience or know anyone in the field. How do I get started learning about it? Or for that matter any career path I'm interested in? #career #career-path #careers #career-choice #learning #start #psychology...

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David Oct 15, 2017 1348 views

How do I get an apprenticeship?

I'm taking a Welding Technician program at a polytechnic in my city when I pass I will be a second-year apprentice, but I'm still worried about getting work in an economic downturn; what can I do now to improve my success rate? (I live in Canada) #apprenticeships #welding #apprenticeship...

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C Oct 15, 2017 1689 views

What can you do with you Psychology BA degree?

I know i'm not the only one feeling this way, but as I'm graduating soon (next year), I'm a bit nervous and I wonder what are the options out there for psychology major students? I don't want to jump into grad school right away since I haven't figured out which field I really want to invest...

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Garima Oct 14, 2017 2107 views

How do you deal with people who tell you that you can't do this job/career?

As a women and a person of color how do you handle oppression, discrimination and comments of people/society tell you that don't do this, you can't handle this because of your gender and culture? #equal-opportunity #cultural-diversity #gender-discrimination #employment-discrimination...

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Chandni Oct 11, 2017 5569 views

How is Supply Chain as a domain ?

This question is for all the Supply Chain Professionals. How do you find this domain in terms of job prospects ? How did you get certified and gained work experience in this field ? Please share your experiences and any insights you can offer. Thanks. #supply-chain #logistics...

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Bradley Oct 09, 2017 2144 views

Im 30 years old and would like to own my own business. Ive started with ads on kijiji but would like to grow into a multi million dollar company. How do i start doing that?

Starting a fan base on Facebook and Instagram is where I'm at but I need to find out how to go about finding and leasing property or land so I can make my auto body shop a worth while venture. Small businesses #good-attitudes #entrepreneurship #business #business-development #small-business

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Garima Oct 08, 2017 1314 views

How do you know which job/career is right for you?

Hi,
I'm interested in knowing how do you know when you know you are in the right role/career/ job. I have so many interests and want to do so many things that I feel that I can get lost in everything I want to do and lose sight.
#job #career #career-development #career-choice #career-path

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Chandni Oct 06, 2017 1434 views

How is/was your experience of doing an MBA ?

I would like to know from professionals who have or are currently doing an MBA in Canada and the US.
How was your experience ? Would you recommend doing it from Canada or the US if we look at the ROI ?

#mba #masters-degree #masters #college #college-advice #higher-education #business

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Elsa Oct 06, 2017 1939 views

What's the best way to prepare for a career fair?

It will be my first time attending a university career fair, so I am not too sure what to expect. I will definitely dress professionally, prepare my resume, and do research on the companies. But, what kinds of questions should I be asking representatives from these companies? And is there any...

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zainab Sep 26, 2017 1699 views

Can anyone working in the computer science field provide info about their life as a computer scientist and the schooling you went through to graduate?

i have an assignment that requires me to find a person working in the computer science field . I have to know details about the day in the life of a computer scientist, and also know what schooling you went through to become a computer scientist. I need someone who works in ontario, and someone...

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C Jul 25, 2017 9698 views

What's your weakness?

College student seeking internship position. Well, no one is perfect, we all have weakness. During the interview, I found this question a bit tricky. I would like to know how you approach this kind of question. What does HR really want to know from this question? #interview #HR...

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Elsa Jul 07, 2017 81597 views

What are some good questions to ask a potential employer during an interview?

Usually at the end of an interview, the hiring manager will give you the opportunity to ask some questions about the position or the company. Are there any questions that you can ask that will make you stand out to the employer as the main candidate? As well, as there any questions to avoid...

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C Jun 20, 2017 7651 views

Is it okay to ask for reference from your previous employer on Facebook ?

college student, seeking an internship position, which requires three professional references on the reference page. i've sent formal email to my previous employer, but I haven't gotten any reply yet. I really need the reference before next week. We are FB friends, is it appropriate to...

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Ena Jun 17, 2017 1942 views

How to wear in investment bank social event?

I received an invitation to participate a IB social event. Business casual or professional? #investment-banking

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Ena Jun 04, 2017 1432 views

How to break in buy-side?

I am international student in Canada and I hope to begin career in private equity. I just want to acquire local experience before graduation. #finance #pe #private-equity

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Dave May 31, 2017 6066 views

Medical biochemistry vs clinical pathology

Hi. Recently I was searching information about medical residencies and I found out that laboratory medicine has some kind of two "similar" specialties. So, my question is: what are the main differences between a physician with a specialty in medical biochemistry and another one with clinical...

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Ena May 26, 2017 1291 views

Is it good to enter buy-side financial institutions?

Many people think that entering buy-side like private equity should be after 2or3 years sell-side work experience. #investment-management

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Brandon May 24, 2017 2066 views

If I study business strategy, what sort of jobs would I be aiming to go into at the end of my studies?

Commerce is a broad program, and strategy seems to be one niche that appeals to me, but I don't know what careers can be led after studying in such a program. #undergraduate #strategy #commerce #career-path-planning #career-details

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Ena May 20, 2017 1309 views

How to find up-paid internship in banking?

I hope to find internship, without payment, it is ok. Because I want to have local work experience when I study in Canada. #banking

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Brandon May 11, 2017 2575 views

When should I start studying for the LSAT?

Interested in pursuing a career in law but currently in university. Many have told me to start studying after second year, but I'm still uncertain to when I should begin exam prep. #college #law #law-school #lsat #lsat-exam

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Brandon May 10, 2017 2129 views

I want to become a lawyer, what program should I study in university?

Interested in pursuing law as a career, but there are so many options to study under in university. Should I just choose whatever program is most "GPA-friendly" or risk a slightly lower GPA for a program I'm genuinely interested in? #law #undergraduate #career-details #personal-development

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Ena May 06, 2017 2733 views

How to think of first intern in private equity?

I receive internship offer from a private equity as second-year summer intern. Do you think it is good experience? I hope to work in banking and investment area. #finance

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Ena Apr 26, 2017 1685 views

Can I write insight in my resume?

I find that many people write insights in linkedin, of course, I do it too. But I am not sure whether I write it in my resume (work experience or extra curriculum activities). #resume #job-application

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Ena Apr 26, 2017 5945 views

Do you think of certificate of appreciation?

When I do some volunteering work in university, I would receive certificate of appreciation about the activity. I keep them. Could I write them in my resume? #volunteering

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Crystal Apr 25, 2017 1713 views

Should I become a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant?

I'm a nursing student and I'm thinking about pursuing further education after completing my BScN degree. What are the pros and cons of becoming an NP or PA? #nursing #nurse #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner #nursing-schools #physician-assistant #registered-nursing

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C Apr 24, 2017 12467 views

When the employer asks you about your MS skills, what exactly does "intermediate to advanced MS skill" mean?

3rd year undergrad, seeking jobs for summer, I often see 'intermediate to advanced MS skills' in the job description, but how good does that mean? #job-search #interviews #microsoft-office

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C Apr 23, 2017 910 views

I am interested in knowing more about music therapy, what are the available training programs in Canada ?

3rd year Psychology major student, interested in knowing more details about what it takes to become a therapist. (e.g. degree requirement, training program length, certificate... etc.)

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Harpreet Apr 20, 2017 2525 views

Whats the best way to deal with the people having negative attitude ? Should we stay with them ?

I kinda of like sharing my upcoming plans with people I know and most of the time they have negative feedback and tells me that they know this is not right and then put some logic to support their claim which is kind of right in their own way but very demoralizing. So what should one do when...

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Ena Apr 17, 2017 2839 views

Do you think of non-profit work experience?

I am finance second-year student. I plan to find a volunteering job as director of finance. #finance #volunteering

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Sarah Apr 16, 2017 996 views

Sustainability of being a vet

I am currently doing an internship at a vet clinic. I really love being there and everyone is pleasant and nice. I like the environment and am not afraid of surgery etc. however, sometimes the vets complain about how tiring the work is etc. I was wondering if most vets feel this way, that after...

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Ursula Apr 14, 2017 2796 views

How do you keep yourself motivated when studying a subject you really don't like?

I love the program I'm taking, but there are some courses that are mandatory and not related to my field. It's easy to get motivated to study most of the courses, but the other mandatory courses also affect my GPA. So, how do I motivate myself to study hard and do very well on the courses that...

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Ursula Apr 14, 2017 3069 views

What techniques do you use to help you keep focus?

My finals are coming up and I have a lot of content to go over. I'm a very distracted person and in the end of the day, I feel like I wasn't productive at all. I tried meditating with the app headspace and it helps sometimes. I already turn my phone off while studying, but the problem is: my...

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Katherene Apr 14, 2017 1319 views

What classes should i pay attention the most in to become a interior designer/decorator?

I am in grade 10 from home this year no parents no help from my outreach school just the internet to help me and its a lot harder than i thought it would be i wanted to try to get grades 10 and 11 done this year and then i got told because of something that happened after school hours i had to...

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Ursula Apr 14, 2017 2320 views

Is it okay to listen to music while studying?

I always listen to music or put the tv as background noise while I'm studying and I feel like it helps me concentrate (when I feel like it's bothering me or I get to a harder topic I turn it off), but every time my sister comes to my room and sees me doing this she always gives me a lecture...

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Sarah Apr 13, 2017 1384 views

What internships did you take that you would suggest to undergrad students?

I always think that hearing about a program from someone else makes it better. I want to know if anyone really learned a lot from a program that I could potentially apply to! My interests are really broad though I love languages and biology! Thanks! #science #biology #language #field-work...

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Harpreet Apr 12, 2017 1399 views

What is the best way to decide career?

It is really confusing and frustrating when this question comes to mind and I often wonder am I doing right by choosing physics as a career because there are so many other things I I think I am good at. However, i like physics but I am not sure if I am really good at this. So can anyone tell me...

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Ursula Apr 11, 2017 1810 views

How to continue helathy while in university?

Being a student I barely have time for anything and what worries my most is my health. I don't exercise as much now and when I don't have time to cook I end up buying pizza. Do you have any tips on how to stay healthy while in university?

Thanks? #university #health #lifestyle #healthy-lifestyle

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Ena Apr 11, 2017 3249 views

How to perform in interview?

I am international second-year undergraduate student studying in business school. Now I apply some positions in a club or pre-internship program, they all need to pass interviews. Do you have some useful tips? #interview #job-application

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Anthony Apr 10, 2017 1618 views

How do we keep young men and women involved in the community!

I love social work and I intern for Mercy Corps NW. We work with men and women reentering the community to get the resources they need to be successful. #5-10 #social-work #reentry #community #nonprofits #community-involvement

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Sarah Apr 10, 2017 2476 views

How can I get na internship at Google, Apple, or Amazon?

I am interested in learning languages and could take a coding class if necessary. I want to know if the above companies can use someone who is interested in languages and if they have internship opportunities. I can speak Turkish and am working on learning sign language. #computer-science...

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Ursula Apr 10, 2017 1932 views

How to manage money while in college?

I'm a college student and I find myself running out of money frequently. I try to stay on a budget, but sometimes I need to go over it. Do you have any tips in how to manage money in a small budget? #student-loans #editing #video-editing #post-production #motion-pictures #budgets

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Ena Apr 10, 2017 1340 views

How to spend second-year university summer?

I am finance student in business school. If I find a unpaid job in non-for-profit organization as vp finance, is it helping me in future? #finance #volunteering

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Ursula Apr 09, 2017 2167 views

How to manage time?

I currently studying Motion Picture Arts and I barely get to sleep because of my homework, I also daily vlog (it's like a video diary) and I also do weekly videos on youtube, I'm very invested in everything I do, but I don't get much free time. My sister tells me to stop at least daily...

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Ursula Apr 09, 2017 2253 views

What languages should I learn next?

I'm aware that knowing more than one language can get you unique opportunities, my mother language is Portuguese and I also speak English. I was wondering what language should I learn now. I thought about French since I'm living in Canada, but German is another language that people say it's...

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Ursula Apr 09, 2017 1599 views

How many softwares should I get familiar with?

I'm still in university and I plan on working in Post Production, I'm currently familiar working with Avid and Premiere Pro are there any other software that I should learn while I'm still studying? #computer-software #software #film-production #editing #video-editing #post-production #short-films

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Ursula Apr 09, 2017 1309 views

Is it harder to get jobs being international?

I moved to Canada to study and I plan on working here, but I'm originally from Brazil. I know that Canada is very accepting, but I was wondering if there are any problems with getting a job being international. #international #film-production #editing #video-editing #audio-post-production

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Ursula Apr 07, 2017 2179 views

What is a good entry level job in Post-Production?

I'm a film student interested in editing and I wanted to get a summer job. Most people say that 1st Assistant Editor is an entry level job, but it actually requires a lot of skill to be the 1st assistant and still being on my first at university I don't think I'm ready for such responsibility....

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Ursula Apr 07, 2017 1761 views

How to find summer jobs?

I want to be an Editor and I wanted to get a job as a trainee or second assistant during the summer so I could gain more experience and get to know more people in the industry. But I can't seem to find any job ads in this area. Would it be appropriate to call/e-mail some Post-production houses...

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preethi Apr 06, 2017 5378 views

How can I start a career as an AWS Solutions Architect?

I'm a fresher, planning to start a career in cloud computing. I have completed my graduation in computer science , where i took a course in architecture of cloud computing. What are the career opportunities are freshers in cloud computing,. What are the career opportunities if i have a amazon...

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Ursula Apr 06, 2017 4074 views

What is the best way to follow up someone after an event?

I recently went to a networking event and I met a lot of people and I wanted to keep in contact with them. Should I e-mail all of them or just the ones that I had longer conversations with? And how should I approach them with the follow-up e-mail? #film #networking #film-production #editing...

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