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Lori May 18 616 views

What can I expect in a career like non-partisan policy analysis?

I am a 15 year old and I enjoy researching in my down time and a drive to solve world issues. In my recent dive into future careers, I found out about a policy analyst career, which I found interesting and, perhaps, too good to be true. I would like to ask professionals about the positives and...

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Leslie May 12 187 views

What is the best career right now?

What is the best career for those who are in high school right now?

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Nina May 11 178 views

How hard was it to become an Anesthesiologist?

I am 15, and planning on graduating high school a year early. I am in 10th grade right now, and planning on doing summer school and another semester in order to graduate a year early. My goal in life is to become an anesthesiologist, and I have some questions for people who have reached that...

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Sollas May 10 434 views

How to start the path to becoming a general contractor I'm 21 and want to learn to create and want to get into real estate and entrepreneurship. I've made a plan for the next 20-25 years to start a business and build generational wealth based on my research, but would like more advice from professionals.?

I'm currently studying the OSHA 30 and am working towards getting experiences in the construction trade and am willing to do anything.

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Nathalia May 01 341 views

How can I build a career in medicine that combines scientific research and patient empathy, especially for individuals living with chronic illnesses?

My life hasn’t followed a straight line, but every challenge has shaped who I am and what I stand for. Losing my father to gun violence and living with Crohn’s disease taught me resilience early on. Instead of letting those experiences define my limits, I used them to define my purpose and...

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Miles Apr 30 1000 views

What is the most important soft skill to have for getting a good job in finance after college and what are some things to look for in an employer to ensure that you have a boss that values you?

I intend to pursue a career in finance after college but I am unsure about what I should look for and what skills I need to bring to the table. I want to make sure that I am the most prepared I can be when I enter the workforce and I’m hoping specifically to go into investment banking.

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Kevin Apr 30 267 views

Is marrying someone you meet on your career path a good idea?

Does anyone have experience working with their marriage partner?

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Julie Apr 30 338 views

What are some clubs/programs I can apply for to gain leadership skills?

I'm an incoming freshman at USC and I'm eager to get a head start by joining clubs or programs that can help me gain overall exposure in the field I plan on studying in (accounting) during the first semester and other related skills needed for the world of finance.

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David Apr 30 124 views

What advice would you give a first year undergraduate business major who is unsure of the field in business they would like to pursue post-college?

Currently, I am a senior in high school and will be an incoming first year business major. I'm aware of the vast career opportunities in business, but I'm unsure where to start looking and any guidance would be appreciated.

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Gregory Apr 30 270 views

How can I best prepare for licensure as a clinical psychology student?

am a newly admitted student in a PsyD program and want to get a head start. How can I best prepare for licensure during my doctoral program? #Spring26

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Jaz Apr 29 297 views

Career to Practically and Directly Protect and Help Nature

What career is best to practically and directly help protect the environment, and wildlife and or slow climate change.

I want to help the world and see the difference I made with my own hands.

Thank you very much.

#Spring26

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Kira Apr 29 146 views

How do lawyers mentally reconcile the clash between their obligation to their clients and their own morals in relation to getting true justice in the case that their client is unfavorable? Is there any case in which they would be able to intervene? #Spring26

I'm a 17-year old high school senior who will be majoring in Political Science at a 4-year university. I'm really considering pursuing a career in law, and I'm wondering how people deal with the ethical aspects of it.

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Kelty Apr 28 301 views

How can I find a job that will actually help my career path? #Spring26

recently ive been trying to find jobs that will help me become more appealing to employers in a career path. I want to study design or art history, but I find that those positions are more difficult to find and secure.

#Spring26

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Fred Apr 27 144 views

How do I get started on a career working in professional sports?

I love athletics. Probably don't have the skill for playing, but would love to be in management, marketing or something business-related for a pro league in the U.S. or Europe! What should I do now to prep? I am in HS.

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Ian Apr 26 136 views

Hello everyone, does anyone have any advice regarding balancing creative liberty with the constraints of assigned design projects? Any techniques you have used to spark curiosity or ideas within yourself? #Spring26

I am an incoming sophomore to the Parsons School of Design at the New School, majoring in fashion design. #Spring26

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Alycia Apr 25 107 views

What have you found is the best way to study and why?

I will be going into nursing school and am looking for what may be the best way to study as I have had trouble with different study methods in the past.

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Simone Apr 25 126 views

How can I best prepare myself for a career in character design for animation pre-production and writing industry?

I am planning to go to art college to major in animation and character design.

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Dakota Apr 25 403 views

Should I stick with a psychology major or switch to criminal justice if I want to become a lawyer ?

I am a first-year community college student currently majoring in psychology, and I plan to become a lawyer in the future. I chose psychology because I believe understanding human behavior is important in law, especially when working with clients, juries, and cases involving mental health. I’m...

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Desarey Apr 24 200 views

How did you manage to work while being a nursing student?

I'm going into nursing school and aware of the heavy material and responsibility that comes with obtaining a nursing degree. I want to keep working as I do need the money, but the stigma of working and being in nursing is overwhelming.

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Niki Apr 24 319 views

How do you build confidence in yourself when stepping into new environments or opportunities?

Whether it’s a new job, leadership role, or unfamiliar setting, I sometimes feel unsure at first. I’d love to know how others developed confidence in those situations.

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Niki Apr 24 214 views

What’s something you wish you did differently during college that would have made your transition into your career easier?

I’m trying to be more intentional with how I spend my time now and would appreciate any hindsight advice on what actually matters long-term.

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Niki Apr 24 186 views

How do you deal with feeling behind or comparing yourself to others in college or early career stages?

It’s easy to feel like others are ahead, especially with internships, jobs, or achievements. I’m curious how professionals handled that pressure and stayed focused on their own path.

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Niki Apr 24 142 views

What habits or routines helped you stay consistent and productive during college?

I sometimes struggle with staying consistent long-term, especially when balancing school, work, and other responsibilities. I’d love to hear what actually worked for you beyond just basic time management advice.

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Alayna Apr 24 543 views

How do I start getting professional experience in computer science while still in college? As a current freshman I want to hit the ground running to explore where in the field I find fulfillment! #Spring26

Any advice much appreciated :)

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Zoë Apr 24 120 views

How did you know that your field of study/career was the right one for you? If you studied your field in college, did you eventually get bored of it/burn out? How do you avoid/mitigate that?

Graduating Senior interested in psychology/criminology, specifically looking to go into forensic psychology. Also very interested in the arts: musical composition, orchestra, and musical theater acting and pit orchestra participation.

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Victoria Apr 23 198 views

In what ways do you feel the most challenged that surprised you the most regarding your career as someone working as an occupational therapist?

Hello, once I complete my college education, I plan on becoming an occupational therapist. However, I'm wondering what the unexpected challenges (rewarding or otherwise) that come with the job will be because I would like a job that will challenge me in my everyday life and also so that I can...

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Ryan Apr 23 284 views

What actions would you recommend for someone starting college who’s interested in how contracts and roster decisions shape sports teams, and how can I start building relationships or finding guidance early on ?

I first got interested in this playing Franchise mode in MLB The Show, and it got me paying attention to how teams are actually built and run. I’m starting college in the fall and am leaning toward the business and legal side of sports. I’m trying to figure out what I can start doing early to...

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Emily Apr 22 38 views

What habits are most important for career success ?

What habits, skills, or experiences are most important for building a successful career, and how can I start developing them now and balance motivation and life?

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Hasler Apr 22 131 views

What is the best ways to stay focused on school towards a masters degree while working a full time job?

I am currently a undergraduate music student at a community college and am going to transfer to a University next semester. Upon completing my coursework and receiving my bachelors degree, I plan to teach music at a high school while I work towards a masters degree and ultimately become a...

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Ava Apr 22 220 views

If I want to become an elementary school teacher, is it better to get my associate (transfer) degree in Early Childhood Education or Child & Adolescent Development?

I would probably prefer to teach Kindergarten or even TK. I plan to transfer to a UC or Cal State for my bachelor's degree.

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