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LinkedIn profile: Tailored towards a certain profession or master resume?
The reason I am asking this question is because I've seen a number of profiles on LinkedIn that seem to be master resumes and others that seem to be tailored. Recently, I have been starting to use LinkedIn more often and fixing and editing my profile. Does it depend on how you use LinkedIn?...
When getting into an MBA program, which is more important: College GPA, GMAT score, Experience?
Which holds more weight in the MBA admissions process #business #graduate-school #mba
Master's in Public Administration vs Master's in Social Work
I plan to get my bachelor's degree in social work with a focus on community organization and nonprofit managment. I want to work with nonprofit programs and government programs in the future, and I would on e day love to start my own nonprofit organization. Would it be more beneficial for me to...
Is it appropriate to add work experience in a place you weren't officially employed at in your resume?
My parents own a grocery store, and when I was a young child, I would help by doing simple tasks such as putting away shopping baskets, aiding cashiers with bagging groceries, and bringing shopping carts inside the store. I also worked at the deli section when it first opened and took orders...
Are Ivy Leagues REALLY worth it?
Although there is already debate regarding this around the country, I decided to bring the discussion here. Is going to an Ivy League and/or prestigious school REALLY beneficial to one's career? #college #undergraduate #ivy-league #entry-level
Are CLEP tests a pass/fail scoring system?
is it a pass/ fail test #college #university #college-credit #clep-test
Which ivy league school is most accepting of high achieving transfers?
Ending my second year with very competitive near perfect college GPA, looking to transfer to more academically focus school. Either a small liberal arts college or ivy. Open to other choices also with suggestions #college #higher-education #college-applications #academic-advising #ivy-league...
What are some Liberal Arts Colleges that would accept transfer credits/ courses from state school?
Very interest in transferring to a small, liberal arts college for individualized and though probing courses. Currently finishing my 2nd year of college a medium sized public state university. My current major is finance. Please comment if you would like more info the the courses that I have...
What are some possible occupations that involve cultural preservation?
I recently graduated with a degree in Sociology/Anthropology (that's one major) and currently live in Japan. Living in Japan has given me many opportunities to visit sites of cultural and historical importance. I've always been fascinated by the history of each place and have thought of...
How do you reconcile between following your passion and choosing a career that can support you financially?
Hello! I am a recent college graduate (got my BA), and I've been recently doing some deep soul searching in terms of life purpose and mission. There is a part of me that wants to go straight for things that I'm interested in but at the same time, I do want to be practical and be in a...
Which Ivy League school is most accepting of transfers student?
I am considering transferring universities. I have an excellent current university GPA, many service hours, and involvement in a few organizations on campus. My current university is not a good fit socially and I do not like the location and atmosphere. Looking for a place where others are...
What are some grad schools that offer a Master of Finance degree?
Looking into graduate school and starting a list of possible graduate schools that offer a Master of Finance degree. #finance #higher-education #colleges #masters-degree #mba #corporate-finance #business-school
What are some job possibilities for a Biotechnology major?
Biotechnology is the exploitation of biological processes for industrial and other purposes, especially the genetic manipulation of microorganisms for the production of antibiotics, hormones, etc. So creating new drugs and testing them for results of the strategic genetic changes? Which...
What are some companies that apply the Six Sigma Management Quality technique?
Would like some reference to companies that use this calculation for their processes. #production #operations-management #manufacturing #quality-control #quality-management #six-sigma
What is a Roth IRA?
Please explain what it it, why it is used, and compare it to other similar but different methods #investment-management #investing #saving #taxation #income-tax
What type of things does a CFO do?
What is the CFO in charge of? What are the specific things he/ she would look over? What are some typical requirements? #finance #management #ceo #corporate-finance #cpa #executive-office #cfo #financial-reporting
What type of things are the on GMAT test?
Give some examples?
What are the best ways to study the topics?
Break down the test into segments and explain each using own experiences. #business #management #graduate-school #testing #mba #executive-office #gmat
What are the differences between Finance and Accounting majors?
What is the differentiating material and curriculum that makes the distinction?
A compare and contrast/ pros con list would be appreciated #business #finance #accounting #cpa #analytics
When applying for entry level jobs while still in college/ recent graduate, do employers care about GPA?
I work really hard and have a 4.0 GPA in college as a full time student, some kids that I talk to say that GPA doesn't matter in the real world. I am asking a professional, does a high GPA show for an excellent work ethic and intelligence? #management #resume #interviews #college-jobs #hiring...
What are the negative aspects of graduating from university early?
I plan to attend the University of North Texas in the fall. After going over a course plan that I found for my major, social work, I realized that I will not be spending 4 years there. I have accumulated enough AP and dual credit hours to graduate in 3 years if I take 15 hours each semester. My...
What does a first job represent?
I'm a high school senior looking for a part time position as my first job. Should a first job like this be focused on whatever is available, or should it connect to the career I want to pursue in the future. For context, I want to work as a macro social worker in the future, but there are few...
What is the best way to get into writing articles?
I want to begin submitting my writing to independent zines and magazine style websites that feature writers, but I do not know where to begin. Do you have any advice on where I can find people to write for, as well as how to become a better writer? Thank you! #journalism #writing...
How hard is medical school?
I've heard that medical school is really hard, is that true? I know it requires work, but how much? #medicine #surgeon #medicine-education #doctors
What is surgery like?
I think I want to be a surgeon and I wanted to know what performing surgery is like. Is it fun? Hard? As rewarding as it seems? #surgery #surgeon #general-surgery #doctors #cardiac-surgeon #plastic-surgeon #spine-surgery #oral-surgery
how could someone get a head start on computer science?
I'm just curious how I could get a jump on the skills needed #science #computer
computer science
What does a day in the life a computer scientist look like? #science #computer
Would it be useful to have a minor in a foreign language?
I am in my fifth year of Spanish, and would like to peruse it as a minor. I am wondering if it would be a useful skill to continue developing to work ing the physics industry. #career #physics #language #spanish #personal-development
What are jobs that use physics and statistics?
I love both physics and statistics, and am having trouble choosing which career path to follow. The applied math and logic of the subjects is the part that interests me the most. I am wondering if there are any exciting jobs that involve both subjects. #career-choice #career-path #physics...
How to get hired despite not having experience?
What can I do to prove I don't need experience to be successful? #job-coaching
What's the most common mistake people make in interviews?
Tips on how to get hired and things to avoid. #interviews #job-application
Any experience with Americorps?
After I get out of college, I am considering joining Americorps and becoming a Vista becore getting a Master's in Social Work. Do you have any experience or advice for me about Americorps? Do you think this path would be beneficial in the career I am pursuing? #psychology #jobs #social-work...
Good major for a future youth counselor?
If I would like to become a Youth Counselor after I graduate from college, should I major in psychology or social work? #career #psychology #major #social-work
How much commitment should be put into becoming a veterinarian?
I love animals and would die for them! But I want to make sure that this is what I really want to do, help them and care for them. But how committed does one have to actually be into putting all the hard work into this? #veterinarian #veterinary-medicine
What majors are good to be going into becoming a Veterinarian?
I'm attending college this coming fall and I plan to major in biology. I'm wondering what other majors are out there that would qualify for going into vet school. #veterinarian #veterinary-medicine
How hard is it to be an event planner?
I'm asking because I'm not sure if I want to spend my whole college career trying to become an event planner if it is not something I'm up to the challenge for! #business
How many years of college do you have to do to be an event planner?
I'm asking this because I want to know if I can do less college to save money #business
What does it mean to be successful in the United States, keeping in mind the popular belief that it should be in everyone's interest to go to college and find a career?
Sometimes I would like to think and hope that life is more than going to school and working for the rest of my life. However, words such as college, career, jobs, fall into the goals of many Americans as well as many who live here. I would like to explore the question of how this has come to be...
How does one's home or family environment as a child affect their success in gaining an education and a career in their future?
I want to dig deeper beyond the surface by exploring the parts of a person's lifetime that contribute to their character as a grown-up in the college and career world, and whether or not a better or a worse home situation as a child has any affect on their future success. #psychology...
As a woman, is it ever difficult to work in a male-dominated work environment?
Being a health professional is often seen as a job held by men, which could get intimidating. #medicine #health #hospital-and-health-care
Can you raise a family and still be a surgeon?
I've heard that it's difficult to be a mother and still hold down a full time job, is this true? #medicine
What degrees or special certifications are needed to be a psychiatric nurse?
This is what I aspire to do when I'm older, and I was wondering in case one had to minor in psychology #psychology #nursing #psychiatry
Undergraduate vs Graduate degree in social work?
What are the differences in classes and the college experience between earning a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in social work? #psychology #degree #social-work #colleges
What is included in community development?
I see a lot of options for a social work major in working with community development, but I am still unclear on what exactly that entails. #college #career #social-work #work #community-development
How do you manage your college debt?
I'm worried about my college debt getting very big since I need to go to med school. #doctor #graduate
How many years does it take after high school to become a psychiatrist?
I'm thinking about becoming a psychiatrist. #psychiatrist #psychiatrists #college #medicine #hospital-and-health-care #college
How much is a nutritionist salary?
I am interested in healthy living and nutrition and I was wondering how much nutritionist make because I might consider it as a career choice #nutrition #financial-planning
How much schooling does it take to become a wildlife biologist?
I am interested in biology but I want to be outdoors and in action looking at animals and nature. I was wondering the amount of schooling needed to become a wildlife biologist #biology #wildlife-biology
What can I do as a high school senior to prepare for majoring in social work?
I plan to pursue a bachelor's and master's degree in social work. Are there any specific steps you can give me that will give me an edge during my senior year? Do you have any advice for someone who plans on majoring in social work? Thank you! #psychology #social-work #senior
What should I major in?
I want to start a non profit organization about student mental health, but I don't know if I should major in psychology or social work or something else altogether. I only have one year of high school left, so I need to know what I am going to major in once I graduate. Thanks! #college...
What steps should be taken to create a successful non profit organization?
I want to start a non profit organization for student mental health after I graduate from college, but I'm not sure that there is a clear path for that. Does anyone have any advice?
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