Cottage Grove, Minnesota
What is being a remote worker like?
For those you of doing remote work, what is is like overall? 1. What kind of work do you do? (contractor, employee, etc.) 2. In regards to work hours, is it more flexible compared to working on site? 3. How are you compensated? (salary, commission, etc.) 4. What is the earning potential of...
How do I know if a community college or University is right for me?
I don't know where I want to go now, so many people have different opinions and they're helpful, but, I am just getting more confused, can someone give me some tips on finding what is right for me? #college #undecided #career
How to deal with poor leadership?
Without giving too much information away, I’m dealing with a boss who isn’t the greatest when it comes to leadership skills. I work online as a scouter for deals, meaning I search online for discounts, and I’m technically an independent contractor. When I first got the job, I asked many...
If i take AP computer science as a senior would it be a good first step into becoming a software engineer?
I love working with Technologies and fixing them #technology #computer #computer-engineer #computer-engineering #information-technology
When did you know what you really wanted to be?
I think I want to be an engineer but im not completely sure. How will I know if ths job is right for me? #engineer
I'm in a Community College but I dont know what I want to major in.
I would like to travel around the world and explore new places, earn money and be able to help others. I'm not sure what I want to major in and its stressing me out. I'm also afraid to choose the wrong career. How can I know exactly what I want? And what classes should I take if I'm undecided?...
How did internships help you in your career?
I'm curious about the role of internships in college. How valuable were they for you, and do you recommend specific types for someone interested in business?
What's the best way to decide what I need to do with my life?
I used to know exactly what I wanted to do. I wanted to be a doctor, but then I wrote a play and now my entire life plan has changed. What is the best way to figure out what will actually be my best bet?
Why did you pick computer science as your field of study?
What motivates you to have your job in computer science/why did you pick it? What keeps you interested in technology?
Should I follow my passions or go towards following what will help me make a living?
I want to be a photographer or an architect but from what people keep telling me is that they don't make enough money, what should I do, what will truly benefit me? #architect #architecture #photography
What is the most important skill a copywriter should have, in your opinion?
#job #copywriting #copywriter #advertising #advertisement #marketing #business #sales #writing #networking #career
Clubs vs Internships Freshman year of college
I'm an incoming freshman for this fall, and the college I am attending has so many opportunities. To the professionals and former college students, I wanted to ask: is it more important to get involved in clubs and organizations my first year on campus, or should I be pursuing more professional...
Who am I? What am I doing here?
I am struggling with my own individual identity and I have so many career questions. I want to be an astronaut but sometimes I just want to be a policeman. No one really knows what they want to do honestly but I think I might just skip college and be an alien. #astronaut #mars #womenintech...
Should I go to college after highschool?
I feel like if I don’t go it may impact me later in the future with finding a job.
when applying for colleges, should I apply to universities even though I'm going to start off with a community college
I want to go to a community #college college first for 2 years but i don't know if i should apply for both community and university
How do solidify my career choice?
I have been struggling with deciding what I should do after highschool, and I decided I'd follow engineering path mainly because it falls on the subjects I'm good at a. I'm just not sure if I should actually do it.
Happy with your career?
How do you keep yourself motivated to continue the career you’ve chosen? Also how do you maintain being happy with that career if you’ve done it for so many years.
Is community college bad to have for nursing degree?
I would like to know if CC is bad to go to for nursing or if a 4 year is where I should be.
What was the field you wanted to go into during high school and how did that change as life progressed?
10th grade business. Just a high schooler doing this so I can get a big assignment done so please respond because that would be very appreciated by me. Thank you!
How much math is really involved in engineering?
I suck at math but all I can imagine myself doing is being an engineer. I want to do enviornmental (which is like civil) #engineering engineering
If I double major in business and economics, what are some possible career paths?
#choosing-a-major #careers #economics #business
What do I need to learn how to do before moving out and living on my own?
I wasn't taught a whole lot at school about what living on your own entails, and now the time has come where I am becoming an adult and have started preparing for my future. I have yet to learn how credit works, as well as interests and loans. I dont know how to do my own taxes or what...
What do colleges look for on an application?
How can I make myself stand out to colleges? Are there any specific activities they like to see on an application?
What is the best way to get into private security.
I am working a base level security job and want to further myself into a very professional environment. #security #private security
Is it appropriate to add work experience in a place you weren't officially employed at in your resume?
My parents own a grocery store, and when I was a young child, I would help by doing simple tasks such as putting away shopping baskets, aiding cashiers with bagging groceries, and bringing shopping carts inside the store. I also worked at the deli section when it first opened and took orders...
How can I build a good work relationship with my bosses to get better referrals for a resume?
I want to keep building good relationships with people in the work force so I am able to build up and get raises and promotions or a better opportunity at a new job.
What is some software and hardware that I should get familiar with if I wish to pursue a career in computer science?
I am a high school student who wishes to go into some sort of field in computer science. I am very familiar with Unity and C# currently as well as Blender.
what is the hardest thing about studying medicine and what advice do you have for students aspiring to be doctors?
i want to be a doctor but my biggest fear is that medical school will be too much for me to handle
How do I know what I should go to college for?
I want to go to college but I don't know what to major in.
Looking for those who work in a field related to prosthetics/orthotics, biomedical engineering, or neuroscience to answer some interview questions for a school project?
Hi! I am a junior in high school who is looking for those in STEM related careers to answer some interview questions. I am preparing for college and trying to discover what job I would like to pursue after college. Thank you! Interview Questions: 1. What is your job title? What is the name of...
How challenging to start from scratch?
Would there be a way the make a cafe and the extend it into a bakery or restaurant? I am of course that’s possible but how challenging would that be? To start from scratch and just build a cafe and expand it into something else.
Why career in Business is common??
Why is it that a career in business is commonly preferred
What are some good colleges for film production?
What are some good colleges for film production?
What are some companies that apply the Six Sigma Management Quality technique?
Would like some reference to companies that use this calculation for their processes. #production #operations-management #manufacturing #quality-control #quality-management #six-sigma
What is being a copywriter like?
What are the work hours for you? Are you self employed or work for a company? How do you come up with convincing scripts? Do you work in teams or on your own? Do you work remotely or on site? #work #career #marketing #business #advertising #advertisement #copywriting #copywriter #sales #job...
How do you reconcile between following your passion and choosing a career that can support you financially?
Hello! I am a recent college graduate (got my BA), and I've been recently doing some deep soul searching in terms of life purpose and mission. There is a part of me that wants to go straight for things that I'm interested in but at the same time, I do want to be practical and be in a...
Can a 37yr old mom join the military to become a CRNA?
Hello! I am 37-year-old single mother to 3 teens. One is enlisted in the Navy and the other 2 are home (will be having a family plan in place for bootcamp and deployments). I have an Associate's Paralegal degree and am working in criminal defense. I am looking into changing my career into...
Should I go into the business career or should I follow my dreams.
My parents always pressure me to aim high and get a good job that pays me well. My dreams are to become an idol, singer, dancer, actress, model (mainly more into the entertainment industry which is really hard to get into). My parents do not agree with my dreams and rather have to go into...
What is class should I take if I want to major in computer programming?
#technology
#computer-software
#computer-science
#computer-programming
How many programming Languages should I learn?
#Programming-language
#computer-programming
How hard is it to learn/get fluent at javascript?
I don't know much about it, so I thought this would be a good first question
What are good places to start looking into being a therapist and what are things I can do to start preparing to take this career path in high school?
I am a sophomore in high school and I am interested in becoming a therapist, but don't know exactly where to start research or how to become prepared. Thank you!
How did you know that your career path was the right career for you?
Give me your best advice
Is anyone open to being interviewed by a high school student interested in pursuing a STEM related career?
Hi! I am currently a junior in high school that is trying to complete my college portfolio. I am looking to interview someone who preferably works in a field related to prosthetics/orthotics, biomedical engineering, or neuroscience. The questions would be related to your job and how your...
When applying for entry level jobs while still in college/ recent graduate, do employers care about GPA?
I work really hard and have a 4.0 GPA in college as a full time student, some kids that I talk to say that GPA doesn't matter in the real world. I am asking a professional, does a high GPA show for an excellent work ethic and intelligence? #management #resume #interviews #college-jobs #hiring...
What type of things does a CFO do?
What is the CFO in charge of? What are the specific things he/ she would look over? What are some typical requirements? #finance #management #ceo #corporate-finance #cpa #executive-office #cfo #financial-reporting
How do I decide what nursing specialty would be best for me?
I really like working with kids so I think I'd like pediatric nursing, but from what I've looked at I think being a nurse anesthetist would offer better pay. I'm more interested in pediatric nursing, but I have various ambitions that I think I would need to be very financially stable to...
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