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Dreams vs. Reality
How do you balance realistic goals with dreams that may be less practical? #CV23
What is "Business Development"?
Hi, I'm in high school and I think I'm going to work in advertising, but I am still learning about other options. Someone came to speak at our school and said that she worked "in business development". I couldn't figure out what she really does. What does business development really mean, and...
did your college help with getting a job when graduating?
did your college help with getting a job when graduating?
What major should I study for career in Network Security?
I am a junior at Madison Park T.V. High School, I'm in the ISSN(Information Services Support Network). I'm interested in working with computers and keeping it secure, I want to major on Network Security and I'm not sure what major I need to study in college to proceed on my career....
How do you know what college best fits you?
I've had some colleges in mind that I would love to go to, but I don't seem to know which ones are the right ones to pick." What if I regret applying for this college" is a frequent question that pops into my mind. I have plenty of time to think about college, as I am a sophomore, but I don't...
Why do people go to school?
I believe people to go to school to get a diploma, to prove people that they finish high school or maybe the reason people go to school it's because they want to makes more money. People don't have to go to school to start investing though.
How did you get good at typing quickly?
I like using computers for work much better than working in a store (as an example: a grocery store or a clothing store). I want to type faster!! Can you please tell me how you learned to use your computer keyboard more quickly? (I am in 11th grade but my parents do not have a computer at...
Why did you end up choosing the career you are in now?
I want to become a pediatric nurse. I want to see what inspired people to go into their career. #nursing
How will I know when a specific field of engineering is for me?
I am a senior in high school and I have applied to numerous colleges for engineering. My only problem is that I applied undecided engineering and after hearing numerous colleges talk about the different fields of engineering they offer, I still can't seem to lean towards a field that I like. I...
What's the difference between a computer programmer and a software engineer?
Some people say I should be a programmer, but I can't figure out the difference from a software engineer. Please help. #engineer #computer #software #programming
What are some good websites to advance/strengthen your coding skills.
17 year old junior applying to colleges this year #college #engineering #coding
What are the best ways to stand out in the college admissions process?
I have good grades and extracurriculars but is there something else I could do to really boost my application?
#college #collegeadmissions #business #finance #ivyleague #GivingisCaring
How did you get your job??
how did you get ur job and also how did u know where to? do you just find places online and then apply and go in for interviews? or is it like referred by someone?
Research in industry vs academia
I am a current graduate student in materials science looking into research careers after I graduate. Do you have any insights into the differences between doing research at a company, compared to a university? #science #research #graduate-school
Would you have to adapt often if your career is in technology?
Will you have to "change" in order to avoid structural unemployment? Technology advances at an exponential rate, so one would have to constantly learn new things. Some technologies become obsolete and companies go out of business, so what would that leave for someone working in tech? #computer...
Is it worth it to get an MBA straight after getting a BBA or wait for a couple years before going to grad school?
Don't know which option is better in the long run
#mba #bba
How do I find a high paying job?
Not sure how to get a good paying job for college when i’m only 18.
How can I stand out for programming jobs straight from high school?
When I graduate high school I'm going to go to college but I also want to try to get some summer or after school jobs to help pay for school. What can I do to stand out for the competition? For example does it matter if I do a team sport or other things or are my grades and programming...
How do I select which major is best for me?
Hi everyone! I'm currently a freshman at a community college with a general liberal arts major. I'm quite interested in both business/entrepreneurship and psychology. The only hesitation in pursuing one or the other is the job opportunities afterward. I'd like to move forward...
Am i able to still get my dream job if i have to get a GED?
Am i able to become a counselor if i have a GED? I am failing school and have to repeat 9th grade my school had told me i was most likely get kicked out and most likely will have to get my GED im concerned i wont be able to get my dream job.
What courses/classes in High School should I take to help gain skills for my interest in business?
Hi, I'm a 10th grader and my interest is both aviation and business. I want to start gaining skills that would help me out in business. I've always been interested in business, leadership, problem-solving, making ideas come to life, being creative and working with other people as a team to...
Is it better to take out a loan or to just pay the tuition?
I like to read and I like to write. I am blond. I have 4 sisters and 2 older and 2 younger. Only one of my older sisters is going to college.
#college #financial #financial-planning #money #student
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...
If the career you're passionate about doesn't make a lot of money for this area, should you switch careers or consider doing something else?
Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. One of my best friends used to want to be a certain career- until they read a list online that declared his area of choice as one of the "top 10 lowest paying jobs". He immediately changed his mind to marketing and...
What are different career options if I am interested in computers?
I have heard about computer engineers and computer programmers, but I' wondering what other career options are out there if I like computers? Specifically, I like the internet, and being able to talk to my friends and people all over the world. #computer #computer-engineer #programmer
Do you ever get nervous when getting ready to perform? If so, what helps to calm the nerves?
In theatre, Movies, Television, and other acting-related things, do you ever come across nerves when getting ready to go on set? If you do, what helps you to get over it and just do it anyways? #art #acting
Is it a good idea to major in engineering and get a minor in business?
I am a female sophomore at Boston Collegiate Charter School. I am the head of my school's robotics team and I run the social media and the budget for the team. From this experience I have thought about pursuing a major in engineering with a minor in business. I do not know what I could do with...
Becoming A Computer Scientist
Starting college as freshmen in September and chose to major In C.S What would be the best way to start my journey. I have no prior knowledge with coding or anything C.S related but very interested in learning, so many different things to learn I’m not sure where to start, I want to learn...
If you had six months of free time between college graduation and your first job, what would you do during it?
Right now I have the great opportunity of having the months between January and June completely free as I allocated this time to travel and explore between college graduation and my first job. However, travel is looking unlikely due to the pandemic. I'd like to try and find a few things to do...
How difficult will it be for me to get into blood spatter analysis?
I am currently working on my bachelors in criminal justice with a concentration in crime scene investigation. If I graduate with just this how difficult will it be to go into the field of blood spatter analysis later on? Should I work on getting anything else regarding just the education...
What are some good colleges for engineers? Just for more specific answers I do have a cumulative 3.9 GPA and I´m most interested in coding and computer science
17 year old junior applying to colleges this year #college #engineering #coding
What qualities and skills do startups look for in a new hire?
I am in 10th grade, living in Boston, and I am very interested in business and entrepreneurship. I have been hearing a lot about startup companies and wonder what kinds of qualities or skills I’d need to have in order to get an internship with a startup and to eventually work for one #business...
What are some different careers or majors that I could pursue in Physics or engineering?
I really liked my physics class in high-school, and I am interested in engineering as well, but I am not sure how to move forward in that field. Any suggestions? #physics #engineering #majors #career #college-major
What jobs in technology are the best to get into now?
Hi! My name is Anina, and I'm a high school senior interning at Career Village. My parents are talking to my siblings a lot about what jobs to think about getting after school based on the job's security and room for quick and rapid growth. One of my younger siblings seems very interested in...
How do start the career process when comes to finding a job?
I don't what to have a career but I want start by just being able to get money. What I want to know how do I that and get a job?
Where do I start learning how to create a video game?
I have a basic understanding of what creating a video game is like, but I don't know where to start. I don't know how to code or program, I'm not exactly tech-savvy. I don't know where to start! I want to at least learn the basics of creating a video game before I go to college for it. Is there...
What are some resources I can use to educate myself about sustainability and possibly enter the field? What are your favorites?
#field #sustainability #research #climatechange
#women-in-tech
What type of marketing careers can be done from home?
I am obsessed with all forms of marketing and plan on studying it. I would like the flexibility to work from home and I am not afraid of hard work. #business #career #marketing #workfromhome #WAH
What can I do to be more successful in whatever career I chose in the future ?
What can I do to be more successful in whatever career I chose in the future ?
How to get a letter of recommendation when I'm a shy student?
I'm a decent student who occasionally contributes to the conversation and I get A's and B's in school, but I don't think I have developed a close relationship with any of my teachers. Speaking up in class is hard for me and it often feels like I'm being drowned out but other students. I'm...
How do I start an advertising campaign?
I recently came across a small cafe near my home;it's nice, comfy, and sells good Coffee. The cafe is new (4-5 months) and is having trouble bringing in business ,I offered to help them market their store and they agreed. I only have the most basic understanding of what advertising means ....
How do you stay motivated?
Hi, I'm a sophomore in high school. And I know that it is EXTERMELY early for me already to lack motivation, but I'm taking all these hard AP/IB classes that have ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO DO with what I want to be when I'm older. So I was just wondering if anyone has any tips on how to stay...
What jobs are available to someone interested in the math field?
I am a Junior from KIPP Academy in Lynn Massachusetts and for most of my academic career have found a liking in math, as a result of this interest I was hoping to continue pursuing this at the next level and was hoping to see some examples of jobs that involve math. #mathematics #career-options...
What college courses should I take if I plan to major in marketing?
I will be attending college in the fall and intend to major in marketing. I am unsure of what other courses would be helpful. I’d like to become a marketing manager at some point in my career. What courses would help me to achieve this goal? #management #marketing #manager #courses...
How do I know what I want to do for a career?
There are a million careers that I would find interesting, but finding the one I want for the rest of my life seems as or even more difficult than the meaning of life itself. All jokes aside, throughout high school, I've really excelled in all my science courses, so I think that's a start....
What major would be most helpful in getting a career in software development?
I love working with computers and I'm interested in a career in software development. I'm not sure what is the best major in achieving this goal. #technology #software-development
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