Lakeville, Massachusetts
How do I grow my self confidence in order to talk to new people?
College is all about starting a new chapter in your life. You may go off to a different state or even internationally in order to get your education. Inevitably, this means leaving behind old friends in high school. As a shy person I was wondering how one may go about building up some self...
How to land a good job?
Finding a job is hard in this day and age even with all this newfound technology. What are some websites you swear by?
#job-search
Best study habits?
Headed to college in Fall 2018. Any tips on staying focused and studying efficiently?
#studying
First-generation scholarships?
I’m a first generation college student seeking scholarships. It seems there’s been a decline in scholarships awarded for that purpose and was wondering if anybody knows a really good website for them. Thanks! #first-generation-college-students #first-generation-college-students- #college...
Know any good scholarship MATCH websites?
I was just on Cappex and there’s a lot but they’re really bad when filtering with all my info. Just spent 30 min removing Hawaiian scholarships. Únigo is supposed to be good. Anyone know any others?
#scholarships
What tips do you have for finding a publishing agent?
Publishing is one of the most important aspects of being an author, and it can be very hard to get your foot in the door. What tips are there for doing so?
#writing #creative-writing #creative-arts #creative #publishing #publishing-company
What is one of the best ways to combat writers' block?
I want to be an author, but I often find it hard to continue when I'm stuck in a certain part of my story, so I'm wondering what techniques other authors have for combating this issue.
#writing, #creative-writing, #creative-arts, #author, #writersblock
How lopsided is the men:women ratio in STEM fields?
As a female looking to go into a STEM field, I'd like to get a little insight into how much of a minority women will be. #women-in-stem #stem
What's the best path to take while pursuing engineering at a liberal arts school?
With dual-degree programs and different partnerships at colleges, I'd like to know more experiences in getting an engineering degree at a liberal arts college. #engineering #liberal-arts #women-in-stem
What is credit and how do I build good credit?
Going into college you are confronted with lots of ways to pay for tuition, including loans. Typically, everyone is charged around the same interest for their loans because there tends to be little to no credit history among young individuals . I know that this may not be the case for any...
Regarding a roomate, what would be the proper etiquette on who should bring what?
Rooming with another person is a big change, so I was curious on how to best assign duties. #dorms #college #college-advice #Roommates #Housing #On-campus
In terms of the political science field, what should be expected in potential job opportunities?
I am going to school for political science, and I am currently curious in what options I may have following graduation. #polysci #political-science #college-major #college #politics
Can anyone tell me how I can learn more about internships in coldwater fisheries?
Looking for opportunities in coldwater fisheries.
#fishing #fishery #fisheries #fisheries-science
I would like to be a fisheries biologist as a career and was wondering if there were any scholarships I could apply to that is related to my career choice?
I am looking for scholarships in the environmental/conservation/coldwater fisheries genre.
#fishing #biology #scholarships #financial-aid
Other than samples of my writing, what is appropriate to be included in my portfolio and/or resume?
I am an adult-learner entering an entirely new field of employment. I am a paralegal student and am beginning to put together a portfolio. Samples of my writing will be included (case brief, legal memo, client letter, etc.), but I would like to know if it is appropriate for me to include...
What specific transferable skills will be beneficial for selling myself in an interview following completion of a Certificate in Paralegal Studies, but with no prior work experience in the field?
For an adult-learner with no prior work experience in the legal field, but completing a Certificate in Paralegal Studies, what specific life skills might I use as transferable skills both on my resume and during an interview? #paralegal #legal #law #women-in-law
What is the best approach for a paralegal student to secure an internship in a small law firm?
I am currently a student in the Middlesex Community College, Certificate in Paralegal Studies program and will need to secure an internship for myself in the coming semester. I am in need of guidance as to the best way to get an attorney to agree to allow me to perform paralegal duties and not...
What software do market analysts use?
Hi everyone, I want to invest my winter break into learning a new skill. What softwares do market research analysts use? I know they would use some VBAs and will vary depending on the firm and market they are in, but what would you recommend me to learn over the next three weeks? What online...
Could I get advice from yoga teachers?
Hi fellow yoga teachers! I'm curious to know where you get your inspiration for music? How do you switch up your sequencing? What are your favorite poses? How do you cater to certain groups? What is your favorite flow to teach? Thank you! Maddie #yoga #mindfulness #music...
What are the current digital marketing trends in the nonprofit sector?
I am exploring the digital media/social media aspect in the nonprofit sector and wish to understand the career path in this field. What kind of skills are required if one is starting out fresh in this line? #social-media-marketing #social-media #digital-marketing...
What are the most lucrative jobs in the Nonprofit sector?
I am currently pursuing my MS in Nonprofit Management and exploring my various career options in this sector. #nonprofits #non-profit-organization-management #non-profit-management #fundraising #education-management
What are some good ways to save your money early for college?
I want to be a vet and I know I have to attend college for a total of 8 years to achieve this goal. I want to start saving my money, but there is not a lot of income for a teen my age. #college #money
Question for professionals at PwC! What is your favorite part of your job and what is the most challenging part?
What is your favorite part about your job? What is the most challenging part of your job? How do you honestly feel about your job and your career goals? Do you feel satisfied in your life being in the finance industry? How do you contribute to the better whole of society working the job you...
Passions vs Hobbies
I am a very diverse high school student who loves to sing and act but also has an interest in medicine. I'm aware that not a lot of people make it in the music industry and something more practical will be more likely to be gauranteed , however, I really love music and I don't think it'll pay...
What is the difference between consulting and finance?
The two both seem popular and I know they're both taught at the business school. #business #consulting #finance
Business or health care management
I really like both majors and I'm interested in both but I feel as though my family is pushing me towards Health Care management and I don't want to decide my future based on only what they want for me rather than what I will be happy doing #business #healthcare-management
Where is the best place to look if I want a job in music therapy?
I'm asking because one of my interested majors is music therapy, and I want to make sure that I know where to search for jobs if I end up choosing that career. #musictherapy #music #music-therapy #therapy
How does FAFSA work when your parent is recently unemployed?
There's not much information online about how to add in special circumstances like this. #fafsa #financial-aid #college-admissions #financial-planning
Is a degree in music business worth it?
I'm interested in becoming a successful rapper/producer. I know I have the talent, and I have plenty of time to keep improving my skills, but I'm well aware that you need to know a lot about how the business works, how to network, how to market yourself, etc. But there are a lot of online...
Where do you learn from the most, outside of the classroom?
When you're unable to attend school for any reason (financial, etc) how do you continue to study and learn more about yourself and the world? #RealLife #e-learning #learning #self-improvement
What is your perspective on self-care?
As a rising sophomore in college, I find that a huge population of my campus do not practice self-care. By self-care, I mean things, activities, etc that nourish's a person's soul. Why do we, as a society, continue to cultivate a work/academic environment of stress and unbalance? What is your...
If I want to be a sterile processing tech, where should I begin?
I am interested in health care, but don't have the time, or grades, to do a Nursing Program. #nurse #tech #hospital-and-health-care #processing #sterile #career-details
What are my chances of getting into an ivy league school?
I'm a junior in high school. I have a pretty decent GPA and I have all A's. I've done a tone of program like internships abroad at hospitals and labs and I'm currently doing a leadership program with Princeton and a mentor-ship program with a pharmaceutical company called Novartis. I'm in 5...
What electives should I take if I want to be a commercial pilot for a big company like Delta, AA, etc. somewhere in the future?
I am in 8th grade and I want to be a commercial pilot. My choice for electives are coming up and I want some advice from someone on which electives I should take. At the moment, I am in the level 1 (advanced) classes for both English and Algebra 1. I will be taking Geometry Honors next year as...
For a aspiring Orthodontist/Dentist what course would be reasonable to take, AP Stat or Pre-Calcu?
Today we were given our course registration for next year, which will be my senior year in high school. I'm currently in Algebra II and have the option of taking either AP Statistics or Pre-Calculus H next year. What would you recommend for an aspiring Orthodontist or Dentist? I know that...
Great tools / examples for first resumes
Hi everyone, I'm preparing my resume for my first intern. Mainly for HR positions in Hong Kong. I'm researching to find a simple yet standing out resumes. Do you guys have any good templates, examples, or tools for building resumes? I'd appreciate your personal examples too if you have one!...
Agencies and companies
Hi everyone, I'm doing a lot of research in career path as I'll be graduating from college soon. I wonder what are the differences between agencies and companies. I see the basics, that agencies work as intermediary between companies, consumers, and other companies. However, I don't understand...
How would you recommend I go about getting a job in Hong Kong?
Hi everyone, I am a college student currently very interested in working in Hong Kong. I am using some resources like Linkedin and stuff. I hear that it is possible to get jobs there even without sufficient Chinese(Cantonese and Mandarin alike). I'm looking for experiences in areas of: sales,...
How do I find work opportunities abroad?
I'm a college student in Boston and I'm looking for work experiences abroad from United States. I major in Economics and Business, and don't have much skill with IT(except MS office) or practical(things like design or architecture) skills. Other than resources from my school and Linkedin, I'm...
What job experiences can lead to career in Human Resources?
Hi there, I'll be graduating in an year and I'm looking through my career paths and job experiences. I have lots of experiences of living abroad and willing and wanting to work anywhere in the world. I think some values of skills of HR management really fits to me; such as listening skills,...
Any tips for an interview as an office assistant?
Hi! I have an interview for an office assistant with the Computer Science department at my school. I was wondering if there was anything in particular I could do to help myself stand out from any competition? Even just general interview tips would help me right now.. Job Description: Help with...
What's a good typing speed?
I took an online words per minute typing test a few times, and got between 85 and 90 each time. Is this a good speed? Is this something I can put on my resume? #career-counseling #resume #resume-writing #evaluating-resumes
What's more cost effective- minimum wage in an area with low cost of living, or an internship in a high cost area?
I'm trying to figure out what to do with my summer, with the knowledge that I have to pay for my own housing and all my living expenses. I'm a college freshman, so the internship probably wouldn't pay me too much more than a regular minimum wage job. Another possible option would be to stay in...
How do I transfer colleges?
I'm a current high school student. I was just curious how the process might be to transfer from a school to a better one that I might not be able to get into from high school. #college #college-admissions #college-selection #college-transfer
When to take the SAT Junior Year?
I've taken the SAT once, during june of my Sophomore year. I am planning on taking it again, but I am not sure what time (or how many times) I should take it this year.
My latest score is in the 1300's range.
Thank you for your help,
Jeffery P
#college #college-major #college-bound #sat #exam
What questions to ask an entrepreneur panel?
I'm hosting a panel of entrepreneurs at my high school, what kind of questions should I ask them specifically pertaining to the fact they are entrepreneurs.
Is taking Drama at my school a worthwhile club when perusing film making?
I think that by taking Drama I may gain some insights film making (acting, blocking, lights, etc). However, what role can Drama play in helping me become a better potential film maker #film-production #film-acting #video-production #drama #stage-management #studio-lighting
As an introvert how do I prepare to live in dorm with strangers?
It is difficult to talk to new people #history #anyone #with #same
What is something that you need to keep in mind when studying to become a labor and delivery nurse?
I want to be a labor and delivery nurse and I want to make sure I know everything about it and all its qualifications. #medicine #nursing #nurse #healthcare #registered-nurses
If you could change or add something that would improve nursing, as a whole, what would it be and why?
I am asking this because I want to know the weak spots of nursing and what I need to focus more on. #medicine #nursing #nurse #healthcare #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner #pediatric-nursing #nursing-administration
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