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Is it hard to get a job at a big name company? If so then what are some of the best ways to get in?
I am 18 y/o, im currently trying to figure out what I want to do for a living one day. Ive always been relatively good with tech and so I feel being some type of tech engineer is a good route for me to take. #job #business #technology #information-technology
How do I make my resume stand out from the pile of resumes the hiring manager is looking at?
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How should I prepare for a technical interview?
What are the best ways to prepare for a technical interview? What kinds of problems will they ask?
What is one thing you wish you knew before becoming a manager.
I'm just very lost but all I know is that I want to be a part of business. #manager #business #major
what's a good route to take to in order to one day be able to work for a big tech company?
I am 18 y/o, im currently trying to figure out what I want to do for a living one day. Ive always been relatively good with tech and so I feel being some type of tech engineer is a good route for me to take. #technology #tech #engineering
How do you juggle college with your personal life?
I am a Senior in high school and I will be attending college this year.
How to build up your confidence? How to be good at communicating with people?
Everyone would sort of encounters this kind of problem. For an introvert, how should we act to overcome the fear to communicate with people. Even though we did not mean something, but our timidity always prevent us from getting our message across. How to make introverts become confident?...
How can I find t jobs and careers are right for me?
I am a very extroverted person who loves meeting, talking-to, and listening to other people and their stories. In the past I have considered majoring in psychology but had trouble finding a fitting career. Though I am good at publically speaking, I thrive more in mathematics then in English....
How do you learn about what's new in tech? Where do experts share their research and experiences?
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Is it possible to become a full time software programmer at a tech company without a college degree?
#programming #computer-software #technology #software-engineering
Why do parents always try to choose their child career path?
Lately i had a conversation with my mom and i sense that she wants me to be a medical doctor but i want to get into the fashion industry when i finish high school. Do i try to convince my mom to let me choose my career path? Or do what she wants?
What can I do in the summer to help me prepare for my freshman year of college?
from highs school senior
What is a good way to prepare for a job interview ?
I am a senior in high school looking for a job.
How does one devise a plan for what to do right after college?
As I know what major I’m getting into already (business administration), I realize I don’t know how/what job searching looks like after graduating. Do you simply add it to your resume and call it a day? Or are there more steps to take afterwards?
Will my hours be flexible if I work in culinary ?
I would like to know more about the hours and flexibility.
What should I do when I want to become something different from what my parents want?
#career #career-counseling #career-choice #college
How to explore multiple careers before committing?
Similar to college majors, are there ways to explore your options before committing to one? What's the best way to do that? #communications
When did you know you were going to stick to your career?
I am currently in high school and don’t know what to do after. i want to go to college but don’t know what major to take and the career path i should follow
What are the benefits are dorming inside a college campus?
Just want some peoples opinions on this.
What's a positive you've gotten out of the pandemic?
I am in college at The Academy of Art University in San Francisco, CA. I play college basketball so that's a great outlet, but as a social person this pandemic has been extremely hard for me. #isolated
What requirements are needed to work as an I.T.?
What are some things that I would need to learn and improve to work as an I.T.? Are there programs that would help me or certain classes that would help? If you can tell me what is needed it would really help me.
How do you deal with pressure or stressful situations?
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What are some questions you ask yourself before you buy something??
I am struggling with buying things that are not beneficial to me and end up buying items I don't use at all. I need to ask myself if I really need these items but I don't know where to start.
What "path" does one take to get a degree in computer science (or in that area, programing, software etc.) in junior year (3rd) of high school ?
I'm currently a third year in high school and still lost on what path to take to get to a computer science degree or in similar area. I feel like it might be too late to correct my path I've made without thinking.
Why is it important to go to college if you already know what you want to do ?
I am planning to go but just need tips on why.
Do employers care about what school you go to?
Would I be considered a failure/ not qualified if I didn’t go to the top schools?
#college #career #job #college-selection
Which career is best for me?
Hi, I'm a student that's super lost about jobs. Like, I keep obsessing over jobs ever since summer break started I can't enjoy my vacation. I know that I enjoy writing, animals, art, finding information, and sharing resources. However, Idk what jobs could actually match my skills. I'm fine with...
How long could I be in debt after college?
College is extremely expensive and there's no way I can't be in debt.
#college #money #financial-planning
What are some useful study strategies? Did you listen to music while studying?
I'm in high school hoping to go into either a health or law profession after college. I am currently undecided about which university I want to go to and what my major will be.
#study #college
what is the best job in the business major? what are some internship for business/accounting majors?
#business #accounting #college-major #internship
How hard is it to become a manager for a job?
becoming a manager is also something I've considered, but I'm not sure about it still
What can I do to prepare for the CPA exam?
I'm a junior in high school who wants to get into accounting, and I'd like more information on the CPA exam.
What can I do if I select a career and decide its not a good fit?
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Is it important to care about salary this early on in your career?
Even though it's good to do something you love to do as a job, but what if you're being underpaid or not being paid at all for what you do as a living? #career #salary #career-choice #jobs
What is the funniest thing about working in finance?
I have an interest in the financial field, like financial planning or accounting. #finance #accounting #financial planning #business
How do I get a job out of college as an account manager? What makes a successful advertising account manager?
I am graduating in December 2018 with a degree in Advertising from San Jose State University. I want to work in account management/client services in an advertising agency after graduation. I have a bit of familiarity with what this role entails and what the advertising industry is like....
What advice would you give a high school student who got his first D, and is looking to apply to a Top 20 University?
Recently got a D+ in AP- Pre-Cal. It's my only D; The rest of my grades are mostly A's.
Is it worth going to a community college then a 4 year, or straight to a 4 year college
I’ve always been told to go to community college first, but never understood why.
After college can I go take more classes
#college #student #any #professional #classes
Should I go straight to college after I graduate or wait a little bit?
I am senior in high school.
How do you transition into HR from a different career?
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What are some challenges when you are a engineer?
I want to think of a solution for it. #engineering #engineer #data-engineer #game-engines #protein-engineering #unreal-engine
what is a job interview like?
11th grade and an athlete #job-interview #interview
What are the different occupations within the gaming industry?
I have been playing games since I was at least six years old. I love games, and I hope I can have a future in it. Unfortunately, I do not know what role I want to play and it is getting on my nerves. #games #computer-gaming
Should I take classes in the morning or at night?
For the most free time. #time-management
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