Leonard, Texas
Are Leaders born or made?
I am a high school student and I consider myself a leader. I however, want to improve my leadership skills as I will be taking on bigger leadership positions in the next school year. I know that leaders are made through learning and teaching but also, could it be true that we may be born with...
What are the benefits of interning/working for a startup?
I am a high school student and in my current search for internships, everywhere I turn, I see startups. Big companies such as Google and NASA have correspondingly big impact on resumes and portfolios but what do small startups have to offer in terms of extension and development of skill sets,...
How do I get a job at 14 years old?
My name is Katy, and I'm 14 years old. I want to get a summer job. #job-search
What's it like working in finance?
I'm interested in finance and i'm not sure how to figure out which specific area I want to go into. I understand IB is lucrative but i'd love to hear what the real world experience is like in any of these areas. The salary always seems solid and the hours are usually long. But what's the work...
How do I pick a college major and stick to it?
I'm currently a senior in high school taking college courses. I'm expected to pick a major in the future, but how do I pick a college major and stick to it?
How do I network?
I know that when I go to college it is going to be important to be active in my major (activities/clubs/organizations) but how exactly do I go about reaching out to people that might be able to help me advance my career? What do I say? For example, I want to be an aerospace engineer... where do...
What is the work-life balance of an executive?
I'm interested in pursuing Business Management and Administration and Entrepreneurship in college. I was wondering what the work-life balance is like when you are a business executive or a manager. How do you maintain relationships? What are some factors that may affect the work-life balance?...
How do I know if I want to go to college or not?
I'm interested in various subjects, but college is so expensive and I don't know if any would lead to a good job after college
What sets us apart for success in college and our careers
We all know remember that infamous "What sets you apart from others?" question asked during interviews every time. What actually sets us apart that potential employers or admission officers want to hear? It is indeed an extremely important question when you come to think about it because they...
Should I minor in Marketing/Sales?
I want to become a Sales Engineer and the odds would definitely be in my favor if I majored in an engineering field. However, several people have told me that marketing/sales skills and abilities can be picked up about anywhere in life (be it online or at a community college). Could my minor be...
How useful and effective is Goal Setting in the work environment?
Especially since a lot of companies and start-ups assign work and materials using deadlines. How can one still harness the power of goal setting in the workplace? #college #business #career #technology #professional #marketing
What are Specific Advantages of Being Bilingual in Healthcare?
I'm bilingual and I understand the general usefulness of it, but I'd like a deeper insight into how being bilingual can make a positive impact in healthcare, as well as opportunities relating to it.
#bilingual #healthcare #medicine
What skills do businessmen require ?
I’m a junior in high school and I want to go into business. What skills do I need to build or have in order to succeed in a field like business management?
How can I find volunteer training job as a pharmacy technician?
I am Meena 44 years old female looking for career help in pharmacy technician job. I have no experience. I have pharmacy technician job license.
How can one find an appropriate business mentor?
I am a high school student working on creating a start-up with my other partners. For the past 6 months or so, we have been working on documents and plan necessary to advance to the next stage of planning. However, we are beginning entrepreneurs and have more to learn on our journey to becoming...
What volunteer areas or simple jobs in health care or pharmacy labs are there for a 15-year-old ?
I know there are probably not a lot of healthcare jobs for 15-year-olds, but anything related to healthcare, that does not need to be in a hospital or lab setting is okay. Finding job opportunities and volunteer areas to advance in the career I want to do. Thanks.
What can you major in to become a lawyer?
I was wondering what other majors I could pursue rather than pre-law. #college #college-major #law #lawyer
What AP classes should I take if I want to work in the medical field?
Hi, I'm a ninth-grade student wanting to work in medicine. I am wondering if any AP courses are related to the medical field and if they would increase the chance of getting into a good college.
How do you put yourself out there when applying for jobs and internships?
How do you overcome the fear of applying to jobs and internships that you feel you are unqualified for? I am sometimes discouraged by the lengthy "Prior Experience" and "Required Skills" sections listed on job postings, but I've also heard advice to apply to these positions even if you don't...
What are the best ways to prepare for interviews with top-tier management consulting firms McKinsey, Bain, BCG, mainly.?
Looking for both prep tips on the "case" questions, those puzzlers like "How many shaving razors are sold in the U.S. every year," and any personality "fit" questions. If there are any books or web resources, all the better. #interviews #consulting #mckinsey #bain #bcg
Can you major in business and then go into medical school?
My friend is majoring in accounting and is interested in the premed career track and I was wondering if this is feasible. #college #medicine #accounting #pre-med #undergraduate
Is it normal to not have a career in mind in 11th grade?
I’m in 11th grade and haven’t really thought of a career to do in my life, I’ve been kind of stuck in thought of what to do either it being art, psychology, or something random like business. I tried going to friends and family for help but they just say “follow your heart!” and it’s kind of...
How do companies feel about hybrid job positions within their companies?
I am currently in High school and would want to pursue my first career as a sales engineer. How do most companies feel about hiring people who would specialize in two separate things at their firm? Do they think it might conflict or would they render it efficient and cost-effective?...
What strategies do you find useful which help with getting more work/tasks done, even when you lack motivation?
I am a high school student and with this approaching school year, I want to be diligent and perseveringly studious with my coursework. However, in the past, I have found it difficult to keep going or even start important tasks for which I lack the motivation to do. I was wondering what...
What are some good resources to learn coding?
I have taken AP computer science principles and am currently taking AP computer science, and am wondering if there are more efficient resources to learn from. I am planning to major in computer engineering.
How can I decide exactly what kind of doctor I want to be?
I'm considering jobs such as cardiology, neurology, etc. but I can't figure out exactly what I want to be. How can I fix that?
Is it unnecessary to go to an expensive and prestigious undergraduate college when planning on attending medical school?
If you need a high GPA to get into medical school, would it be better to choose a state school with the potential to get a higher GPA? #medicine #pediatrics #medical-school #undergraduate #gpa
What different career paths can a marketing bachelors degree provide?
I am interested in majoring in marketing because I am interested in the field of business and was wondering what potential careers could build off of this degree. #business #marketing #degree
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