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Should I talk about my failures when being interviewed for a job?
I read an article about how a recruiter who interviews students got an answer of "I expect failure" from one of the students. Then they went and wrote an article on how this answer was amazing. Should I do the same and state some failures like struggles in class or should I keep that to myself....
When asked the question, "Why do you want this job" what's the best way to respond?
When I apply, this is the most common question, however, I do not really know what they expect in an answer. #science #technology #mathematics #interviews #interview-questions #job-application
Did your college help you a lot to get your first job?
Hi, My name is Annemarie and I am in highschool. I heard that colleges have job offices that help students get jobs, but they do not guarantee jobs. Some of my older cousins said that they didn't think their college was very helpful for getting a job. Did you get your first job from your...
What is your best advice for interviews?
Tips, answers to difficult questions, etc.
what colleges have good drama/theater programs ?
I play soccer it's extremely hard to get a soccer scholarship anyways, I've maintained an A in theater all of my high school years and starred in many plays when I was younger and plan too do so currently in my junior year. #hollywood
How did you choose what company to work for?
People say that figuring out what job you should do or even which industry you should work in is the hard part, but what about once you have? How do you choose what companies to apply at? What did you look for in a company? I am now at the stage where I'm looking for internships at tech...
What is your career, and which soft skill has been the most important in your career journey?
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Do you enjoy working?
I know people say to do what you love, but it can be hard. How do you balance work and play?
What are some tips to have a good job interview?
I am a Senior in high school and I want to know how to perform well when I have to attend a job interview.
Is it realistic to work in business fields with a Psychology degree?
I love studying psychology and find that it can help me move forward into becoming a clinical psychologist or academic counselor after undergrad. I find that a degree in psychology may be pretty versatile and would like to use it to explore careers in business as well. I plan on taking business...
How do I network in college?
When it comes to engineering careers relating to it I hear that often times people need to network and build connections but how exactly do people do that and how early can I start?
As an entrepreneur, what are some key skills to build or have when creating a business?
#entrepreneur #business #personal-development
Was your major related to your profession now?
Looking for different paths that people took
is taking courses for computer science at a young age worth it?
#computer #science #computer-science #computer-hardware
What kind of skills would someone need to be recognized by a famous company?
For example, what kind of skills would someone need to be recognized by google or facebook?
What questions do you recommend I ask in an interview?
I'm trying to prepare for an interview I have in a couple weeks for an internship at a tech company so i'm hoping to get some ideas of questions I should ask the interviewer. What are the best questions you've gotten from an interviewee? What are questions you've asked in an interview that went...
What is a "life lesson" you wished to have learned if you had the choice to?
I'm looking for some advice from others, please share if you would like to and if you're looking for advice yourself please read some of the responses from the wonderful people whom have responded! Thanks to all!
#life #life-experience #advice
After I graduate high school should I go straight to collage?
I don't have collage money saved up so I was thinking of getting a job after collage to raise money.
To get a job in finance, is it recommended to get a masters' degree?
#finance #accounting #business #master's
What soft skills are generally important in careers?
When I mean soft skills, I mean skills like teamwork, communication, etc.
How can you build leadership experience when you don't hold official leadership roles?
I'm a rising college senior looking to maximize her last year of college - would appreciate any help / advice you might have!
#JULY20 #leadership
What's the best major for marketing?
What's the best undergrad major for someone who wants to be in a marketing managerial position eventually, whilst simultaneously having a plan B? Marketing, finance, or other? I've heard that marketing is not the major that it used to be, and most people advice me to align with the marketing...
How can I increase my connections in IT?
I'd like to increase my connections in IT to learn more about other people's experiences and have someone to go to in the future in case I need any advice or help.
What should you major in if you want to be a T.V Show Host or an on air personality?
I am asking this question because I am really interested in going into a career within these fields and I want to prepare myself in college. Thank you for listening! Hope you have a great day. #college #communications #communication #television #broadcast-television #telecommunications
As a business person, if you could give one piece of advice to your former self, what would it be?
I created a Business Club at my school, and I wanted to ask a few questions. #business
How should younger students go about exploring potential careers?
How can students in middle school or younger start learning about careers, especially if they don't have adults they can turn to?
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What are the different types of consulting I can get into as a first job?
Recently graduated and am looking for entry level positions that will lead into consulting positions
What are some tips for a job interview?
I'm a senior in high school and I'm planning on working, but I need tips to have a good job interview.
With COVID-19 happening, how can I get a job in the following fields: data, analytics, or business?
I am a college freshman who has experience in all three of these fields through internships, research positions, and other leadership opportunities. I'm wondering how the virus will effect me being able to get a job/internship in the future? #COVID-19 #data-science #analytics #data-analytics...
How can I start getting internships since I just decided a major?
What do you recommend for a junior student studying business admin, operations and supply chain management that just decided their major looking to get internships such as non profit consulting and management consulting?
What can I do in college to prepare myself for when I get a job?
I feel like I need some tips or some advice on how I can be prepared
What extracurricular activities can we do if we want to study business?
I have been considering to study business but not sure what to do for extracurricular activities that can help my career path in the future. #college # #business
When should you take the CPA Exam?
I'm a junior in high school interested in the CPA exam for a career as an accountant.
What should be my first step to choosing the best career path for myself?
I am currently a junior and I have no idea what career path to go for in the future. #career
Is it good to start investing at a young age?
#finance #investment-management #accounting
What kinds of things cause people to experience job burnout?
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What is the difference between the job of a Data Engineer and a Data analytics ?
I am currently applying to internships, and there are two roles available. These roles seem similar, so I am wondering if there is anyone from the industry that can further explain. Thank you. #GivingisCaring #dataengineering #engineering #data
As an incoming college freshman planning to work in tech industry, what should I do over the next few years to prepare?
Ex: types of skills to learn, types of internships to get, people to reach out and connect
What was your first job and how did you get hired?
And does that job apply to your current position?
Is Computer Science a good major? (or worth the time)
I'm a senior at Burton high school. I'm interesting in Computer Sciences however is doubtful due to the experience i have with coding, etc. #college #computerscience
#computer-science #computer-software #technology #computer-engineering
What are some jobs for high school students?
How could I get one and what are some tips when working?
How do you maintain your mental health if you have a high-pressure/stressful career?
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What is important on a resume?
I was wondering what are important things to be put on resumes and what things don't matter
#resume #job-application
What is some good advice before going to college?
I am a Senior in high school
Do you have any tips on getting connections and networking?
I want to pursue a career revolving around business and finance. I know that around this career and life in general, networking and having connections is really important and can be used as an advantage. #business #networking #finance #entrepreneur #connections
What should a student do if their classes are getting too hard?
As students transition between middle school and high school (or high school to college), they might notice that the material is getting harder to understand. What suggestions do you have?
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