Laguna Niguel, California
What extracuricular activities/volunteering should I do in Highschool?
Hey there! So, I'm going to become a freshman in a few days and I'm really lost on what I should do with my extracuricular activities/volunteering. I'm not apart of a sports team because I do not enjoy sports like others. And I'm not apart of a program (AVID, Theater, Sport Teams, etc.). What I...
What does marketing and sales have to do with the sports entertainment industry?
What relation or career job connects marketing/sales with the sports entertainment industry? #sports #marketing #sales #sports-marketing
What is the work enviornment like as a sports entertainment broadcaster?
Is this career exciting on an everyday basis? #sports-media
Where can i start my entertainment career?
I am in a tight spot but its always been a dream of mine to start being a music producer, and photographer while doing dance, personal training and culinary arts. I really want to start my music, photography and personal training mostly since i feel like it would have more meaning to me. I need...
When athletes and coaches in the sports entertainment industry travel for games, are they given time to explore the location they are playing at or are they only able to attend the game?
I watch a lot of sports and notice that games are hosted all over the world, but I was not sure if the athletes are able to visit the place their games are at, or simply attend practices and games and stay in their hotel room. #athlete #sport #sports #sports-management
Is it hard for professional actors/actress to hear harsh criticism from people who still support them by watching them act?
Whenever I watch a movie with friends which I do often, they tend to judge the actors fort the way they perform on social media's and tag the actors they are talking about to seem cool. For actors reading or hearing about these comments, I wondered if they took it personal or it is just...
How hard is it to work on holidays since that is when the demand for entertainment and people in the entertainment industry is so high?
I enjoy playing basketball and would possibly consider playing college basketball. During Christmas and Thanksgivings there is always sports on the TV and that is usually what families like to do when together, so I wanted to know if it is hard for athletes to be away from their families during...
How do you get an internship that relates to your interests?
I am looking for an internship, but everything I can get doesn't interest me. #career-counseling #internships
I enjoy kids, and would love to work with children although I also enjoy makeup but have no clue where I should start.
I'm an upcoming senior with absolutely no clue on what I will do after high school. I have in mind some careers I'd like to persue but don't know exactly how to decide or where and how to start. #psychology #teaching #teacher
A.A in Journalism, B.A in Comm?
Hello, I am currently completing my general education classes in city college and I was planning to take additional classes to complete the Communications program as well, however, I've always had an interest for writing. My ultimate career goal is to work in editing. I have done my research...
Will an engineer be able to afford a 100 k dollar car?
Im a chemical engineer in my senior year and I've dreaming of owning a nissan gtr. Ive been wanting to ask this question since i started this major lol How soon will i be able to get or will i be able to get at all?
How difficult is it now for an engineer to get a job than in the 90s?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and it seems that technology and businesses are growing outstandingly but at the same time social media says that right now there are no jobs out there. It will be really helpful to get intel from a real professional.
When applying for a job, is it necessary to have every popular social app? such as facebook or twitter
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and i have every social but Facebook and twitter are the least i use. Im very active on snapchat, instagram, and linked in. Will a "recruiter", not sure what they are called, be asking for any social app? #college #engineering #engineer #job...
For an engineering profession, will an engineer be required to have taken the FE Exam? (Fundamentals of Engineering)
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and my advisor said that if i take the FE exam, i wont have to take a engineering elective but i have seen a FE practice exam and i haven't taken the proper class that i will be taking until my last semester. I would like to know if in the...
How likely are big tech companies such as Apple, Google, Facebook, etc. going to pay for my Master's education in Computer Science?
I am a high school senior about to graduate and attend San Jose State University majoring in Computer Science. I intend to attain a B.S. degree in my major with an emphasis in software engineering. I did some research concerning the degrees associated with my major and found that the average...
Should the rigorousness of a job be considered for when choosing a career?
Ever since 3rd grade, I have put myself in more rigorous academic situations (specifically Gifted and Talent and the International Baccalaureate Program) and I respond well to hard work. Will all of the difficult courses I have been taking, I started to look at jobs that require a lot more...
What do you suggest doing when the majors you're interested in are vastly different and require very different schooling?
I am interested in early education or being a pediatrician. I do not know what type of schooling I'll be able to afford and do not have enough basis to make a decision likely until a few years into college. Unfortunately, these two majors seem to require extremely different schooling and I do...
What careers can I get with an English Degree?
English is the major I am pursuing in college. I like reading and writing. #professor #university #graduate #writing #english
What was your method of finding a career after college?
Many students like myself could benefit from advice on how to enter the job market. #career #university #graduate #career-paths #work #employment
What are the best Nursing fields to work in?
I want to be a nurse but I never knew that there was more to it than just 'nursing'. There are actually different fields in nursing that I have never heard of and I just want to know what is the best and interesting fields. #nursing #nurse #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
What are my options in pursuing a degree in nursing?
I have only known and heard of pursuing a nursing degree by going to a college or community college then transferring to a 4 year. However, is there more options rather than the traditional way? #nursing
Does nursing ever offer any moments that completely make you feel fulfilled, or does the job become repetitive and mundane as many other people feel about their jobs.?
It may sound too head-in-the-clouds, but as I've been told time and time again, "do what makes you happy." In a job that seems to require stoicism and perhaps some not-too-happy moments, by the time you perhaps feel that you have become numb to the environment, is it still fulfilling? Why does...
Is pursuing nursing worthwhile?
It seems to me that everyone knows a nurse, but they all seem to say different things. Nurses in my family love their jobs, hate their jobs, wish they just became doctors, or switched career paths altogether. As one who is genuinely interested in becoming a nurse, I'd like to know what...
What are the benefits of being an anesthesiologist?
What are some career benefits besides pay? Is there lots of business? Is there a ton of stress? And overall is it worth it? #doctor #medicine #healthcare #hospital
What school should I go to in California that is a Cal State if I want to be a high school math teacher?
I want an affordable college with a small instructor to student ratio. #teaching #teacher #mathematics #math
Is it really worth going to college?
I'm still wondering if i should go to college but college is a lot of money and I don't have money. #college
What is Business class is worth taking for a high school student?
I was wondering what classes I should take for my senior year and see what I can develop to become a business major. #college #colleges #college-student
Is being a Graphic Designer at a studio/company a better option than being a Freelance Designer?
I am soon going to graduate if I can get my act together and I have been trying to figure out what companies I should intern at. In the end I always thought being a freelance artist would be cool because of the flexibility in my schedule but after taking my last Entertainment Graphics Class and...
As a graduating Graphic Designer what skills should I focus more on learning?
I am currently proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop and indesign but as I am in the upper level classes I am learning new programs like, Adobe Animate, After Effects, Dreamweaver and so on. So i am just curious what are the most sought after skills that employers are looking for?...
How do I get into the comics industry?
I'm interested in making comics for living (or at least part-time), and I was wondering if there are any recommended college programs geared towards prepping someone for comic-making #artist #comics
Does a college's rating really matter?
I know there's a lot of emphasis on going to a well-rated and prestigious school, but does it really matter in the end? Do schools with better ratings offer better courses? Will I learn anything more there than at a lesser known school? #college
In an interview for a profession, will you get asked if you have any tattoos?
I'm a chemical engineering student in my senior year. I don't know many people who work in a profession such as engineering or business, but, is it common for those big corporations to ask you if you any tattoos? #college #engineering #career #engineer #interviews #hire #tattoos
Does having more volunteer work on your resume look better than having regular job experience?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and because my major makes it hard for me to have a job, i only have time to do volunteer work. i want to know if that can help me in being considered for a job. #college #engineering #engineer #interviews #volunteering #volunteer #hire
Am I making a good career choice or should I consider other options?
I am a high school senior currently taking computer animation and graphic design. I enjoy art, drawing, and computers and this field combines all of my passions into one. #career #general
How do I know if I made the right choice in choosing the university I will be attending in the fall?
I am a high school senior currently studying computer animation and graphic design in my school. I enjoy both art and computers and this field combines both of my passions into one. With so many schools out there it is hard to choose the right one. #general #graphic-design #animation...
Is becoming a doctor extremely stressful and are taking student loans beneficial in the long run?
I am asking this question because I will be applying to college soon and I'm highly interested in pursuing a medical career. #college #doctor #science #medicine #biology #doctorate-degree
How many years will it take me to become a specialized Doctor, such as eye doctor or surgeon?
I am asking this question because I will be applying to college soon and I'm highly interested in pursuing a medical career. #doctor #science #medicine #surgery #doctorate-degree
How will I know if the career I am aiming for will be the right choice for me?
I am a tenth grader at my high school and I am still undecided on what I plan to do with my life. I am pretty much open to anything in the world from the military to a teacher to a doctor, but I am nervous that I will make a choice than regret it later on in my life. #doctor #professor...
How hard is it to have a job while attending university?
I might have to work as I attend classes. #teacher #student #graduate
Do men get paid more in engineering than woman and if so, why is that?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and my sister also wants to become an engineer so that she may have good paying job, but it requires a lot of sacrifice. Is it worth it for woman to become engineers even though they don't get paid as much as men? #college #engineering...
Do Latinos have a less chance of getting a job?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year. Also, I'm a Mexican living in southern California. It seems that in most white collar professions are dominated by white people. No offense intended. But, does being latino lower the chances of you getting hired? #engineer #job #hire...
When getting/applying for a job, does being good-looking help you on getting hired?
I'm a chemical engineering student in my senior year. In engineering, most guys in engineering don't really care about their appearance but they are definitely very intelligent. Aside from surviving the classes, I'm very physically active and i like to dress very clean. I want to know if all of...
Does age affect your chances of getting hired or not and if so, what can i do about it?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year. My major requires a lot of units and time, therefore, when i graduate I'm going to be 23. It seems that companies want someone older because they may be more responsible. That is why i want to know if age does matter and what can i do about....
Is there any easier way of getting money for school besides scholarships and government grants?
I ended up only getting half of my college fees paid off and I need money quick so that I can go to my dream school! #money
What websites are great for finding the right scholarships? And any tips and tricks in applying for scholarships?
I have trouble finding the right websites because there are so many. I haven't won any money yet and I desperately need some! #scholarships
What is your favorite part of your job?
I am currently deciding on whether to major in journalism, advertising, public relations, or media studies and would love to read some input on what your favorite and least favorite parts of your job is. Some of the more important aspects when searching for a career that best suits me is a...
Is journalism a dying breed?
I am a high school freshman and have always loved writing. I am currently involved with a journalism class in my high school where we produce on eight page newspaper every month. Starting in September 2016, I will be the new page editor for our Features page. My lust towards writing and...
What are some good budget strategies for paying for college?
I'm a student who's not rich #college #university #student
What is one thing you wish you had taken the opportunity to learn in college before beginning a career in music/film?
I attend Chapman University, a renowned film school in southern California, and there are many opportunities to learn about both film and music. However there is no real major or minor pertaining to what I'd like to do (music supervision), and so I am simply a business major and film music...
What one essential skill do you feel every music supervisor should have?
I am an aspiring music supervisor and, because the field is so unique, education options to prepare me are limited. I have taken a film music class but I would like to hear from experts what they really look for in these individuals and what might help me stand apart from others in my field....
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