Mill Valley, California

Lessons that aren't related to "I should've done better in school", something more deep.

Bullet points would be preferred!

I am a high school student who is starting to think about future careers. I’m still exploring different options and want to know what skills I should focus on building now, both in school and outside of school. I’m especially interested in improving my communication, life, and interview skills...

I am currently pursuing Chartered Accountancy (CA) in Pakistan and hope to pursue the CPA in the future. At this time, I do not have a passport or US visa, so I am looking for scholarships or learning opportunities that are open to international students and do not require travel to the United...

what are some projects or even internships that I could do during high school to get my college application better?

I would want to know how to work with the computer so I help my parents

I'm a senior in high school wanting answers....

A typical day in business usually includes checking emails, going to meetings, working on reports, solving problems, and helping the company run well. People often work with others and make decisions, then finish the day by planning for tomorrow.

What does a typical day look like for someone working as a business

If I had just 30 minutes, I could research one career I’m interested in and learn what skills or education it requires. I could also watch a short video or read an article from CareerVillage to understand what people in that job do every day. This would help me be more clear about my career...

Tips for a high school junior

Tips for a high school junior.

tips for a high school junior

I'm in a dilemma. I think I want to go into a STEM major, but I'm still undecided. I really love ECON and FINANCES. Science is something I really enjoy doing it seems pretty interesting to me.

I have just received an email from UC Berkeley asking me for some recommendation letters. I'm not quite sure who to ask for those. I asked my internship supervisor, and she'll write me one. For the second one, I had this tecaher i had a good relationship with, but she retired and just has a...

My parents don't have enough money for me to go to college. I'm planning to work while in college and I know it will be tough to do since I have to study, get enough sleep, go to classes, and WORK. I don't know what type or how to apply to any of them

How do I secure grants for my business?

I am interested in game development and looking for specific colleges, ideally but not nessesarilly on the west coast, and ideally nowhere that regularrly goes above 85 degrees farenhight, even in the summer. a college located in a city would be best, as that is what i'm used to.

I am attending my first year in trade school for HVAC (Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system). Visual learning is not my strongest suit, I learn a lot more efficient and better at understanding information hands on! I'd like to learn more hands-on part time while I am attending...

I am a senior in high school who might be interested in pursuing science in college.

Specifically, i am interested in programing to do with video games, though i am aware that this career path (game dev) might not be realistic, so i was hoping for a language that can be used for coding games, but also has other uses, if such a language exists.

career advice

And what are the pros and cons of each?

Hello! Life after high school to me means being a neuropsychologist. I'm very passionate about mental health and the brain. Currently, I am on a youth committee centered around youth voices advocating for mental health, and it has sparked an inspiration to start a club at my school involving...

I believe the qualities that set strong scholarship candidates apart are dedication, resilience, and a genuine desire to grow. The winners I look up to are the ones who don’t wait for opportunities—they create them through hard work and consistency, even when life throws challenges their way....

How important is college gpa? If I double major and take challenging classes, does it matter if I get a 4.0 vs and 3.0 for future job opportunities? Is experience more important?

I am planning to attend Sac State in the Fall of 2026 and earning my Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development with a Concentration in Educational Contexts. #fall25

I am a senior in high school, and I want to major in kinesiology and later get my DPT to become a physical therapist, but I am scared of having too much student debt after school.

Since I'm not a college student and I don't know what it is like, I'm not sure if the major you take makes you feel doubtful about how it will work out in your future.

Hello to everyone reading this! I'm a junior in high school, and I have over 30 colleges on my list; however, I'm not sure how many safeties, reaches, targets, and so on I should include. Is there a specific number/range for each type of school I should consider? Thank you for your time!

What tips do you have?

I look forward to starting my journey into law but it is so overwhelming, what is habits I can start building now that can help me increase my chances?

Currently in 12th and I'm looking through schools but the big programs are incredibly competitive and I don't know if I'm cut out compared to others applying. I'd like to apply to state schools but I've heard bigger schools give you a better chance of getting a job right after.

Hello, I like math lots, but programming not so much. I was wondering if there were any jobs within the engineering industry that use math a decent amount. Any ideas are useful… Just not really sure what I want to do with my life. Also some soft/hard skills that would be needed for the job...

I am a hospitality management major at the University of San Francisco. How do those within management handle the stress of working heavy hours? What tips do you have to manage life outside of work? #Fall25

I am currently enrolled in my high school's Race, Policy & Law Academy. I enjoy learning how to help people. I also play Varsity Soccer and competitive soccer with my local Soccer Academy. #Fall25

If you could give one piece of advice to a high school student choosing a college major, what would it be?

Hi, I’m currently an undergraduate student (Freshman) majoring in nursing! It seems as though all the entry level positions require at least some amount of experience and I’m not quite sure if I will be able to get that in college.

What are some of the most important factors to consider when you are looking into future careers?

I believe that celebrating small wins is important.However, people always have an "I made it" moment in life that shapes the person they become and motivates them to follow their goals.

I plan to do something related to engineering.

A student in Galileo HS

As someone preparing for my dietetic internship, I’m passionate about preventative care and helping people build healthier habits before disease develops. However, I’ve noticed that much of dietetic work happens in inpatient settings, often after prevention isn’t an option. How do you balance...

I really want to be involved in the business field but don’t really know where or how to start.I would really appreciate any advice.

I have been struggling to stick with a career since I don't have a deep passion for any specific career or field

I am a junior in high school, I have been learning to animate and draw since I was 5, I have learned stop motion and also 2d animation. I am currently trying to learn 3d modeling and also animating those models.

#career-path #animation

The reason I asked this question is because I'm contemplating my career path and want a clearer understanding of the options that best suit me. By asking this question, I can organize my interests, values, and goals, and gain advice or inspiration from others. It also helps me express my inner...

I'm a student interested in computer science and programming. I want to know what I should focus on learning now to prepare for my future career.

I would like to know study methods to become a more efficient student in my AP course.

Hello, I am currently enrolled in AP Networking (and intend to take AP Cybersecurity next year). Through JROTC, I have been interested in joining ARCYBER (Army Cyber Command), and I am curious as to the qualifications and skills the Army is looking for.