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Ever Nov 07, 2021 1027 views

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

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Zachary May 17, 2016 2771 views

Why should I go to college?

I don't know what college to go to
#college

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CareerVillage Office Hours Mar 30, 2023 858 views

How do I make my resume stand out from the pile of resumes the hiring manager is looking at?

This is part of our professionals series, where we ask professionals what they think students should know

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Oliver Jan 10 1459 views

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?

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Melissa Apr 16, 2021 1190 views

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

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Ever Nov 07, 2021 710 views

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

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Julia Jul 18, 2019 1108 views

How do you organize your time?

#time-management

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Patrick Apr 24, 2023 474 views

How do you juggle college with your personal life?

I am a Senior in high school and I will be attending college this year.

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Joy Jan 25, 2018 1400 views

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?...

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mariana Apr 08, 2020 973 views

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....

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CareerVillage Office Hours Feb 17, 2023 838 views

How do you learn about what's new in tech? Where do experts share their research and experiences?

This is part of our professionals series

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Ramiro Nov 17, 2021 1135 views

Is it possible to become a full time software programmer at a tech company without a college degree?

#programming #computer-software #technology #software-engineering

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Khadija Jan 26 889 views

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?

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Shuk Man Apr 17, 2022 1042 views

What can I do in the summer to help me prepare for my freshman year of college?

from highs school senior

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Vincent Mar 13, 2023 662 views

When should I get ready to apply for college?

I'm a junior right now.

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Jabari Dec 10, 2021 840 views

How can I succeed in college because I'm planning on going

#college #major

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ISAIAH Mar 23, 2023 846 views

What is a good way to prepare for a job interview ?

I am a senior in high school looking for a job.

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Manomay Mar 17, 2023 1070 views

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?

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Jana Feb 08 866 views

Will my hours be flexible if I work in culinary ?

I would like to know more about the hours and flexibility.

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Su Nov 02, 2021 797 views

What should I do when I want to become something different from what my parents want?

#career #career-counseling #career-choice #college

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Phuong Apr 14, 2021 965 views

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

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Chloe Mar 27, 2023 521 views

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

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Noah Apr 20, 2023 941 views

What are the benefits are dorming inside a college campus?

Just want some peoples opinions on this.

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Hailey Mar 30, 2021 747 views

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

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Raymond Jan 10, 2023 695 views

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.

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CareerVillage Office Hours Apr 19, 2021 1943 views

How do you deal with pressure or stressful situations?

Office Hours #4: AMA (Ask Me Anything) with Mark Eagle This question was posed by a question during one of our most recent "CareerVillage Office Hours" sessions. During Office Hours sessions, we invite students to pose questions related to a specific topic. In this case, the topic was...

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Israel Apr 17, 2023 855 views

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.

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Edward Oct 23, 2023 1164 views

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.

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Corey Feb 21, 2023 821 views

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.

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Stephanie Oct 21, 2021 2154 views

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

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CareerVillage Office Hours Jun 09, 2023 1275 views

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...

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Gianna Feb 03, 2022 976 views

What is the life of an accountant like?

#accounting #accountant #business

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Aiden Dec 09, 2021 755 views

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

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Harry May 05, 2020 840 views

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

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Gianna Oct 05, 2021 948 views

what is the best job in the business major? what are some internship for business/accounting majors?

#business #accounting #college-major #internship

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Nabeel Apr 18 418 views

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

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Michelle Jan 30, 2023 690 views

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.

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CareerVillage Office Hours Mar 08, 2023 622 views

What can I do if I select a career and decide its not a good fit?

This is part of our professionals series

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Chris Apr 12, 2021 1467 views

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

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lily Oct 05, 2021 967 views

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


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Ben May 10, 2018 1467 views

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....

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Andrew Dec 20, 2023 832 views

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.

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Zachary Oct 19, 2022 1270 views

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.

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Junxi Dec 02, 2021 2398 views

After college can I go take more classes

#college #student #any #professional #classes

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ISAIAH Mar 15, 2023 1373 views

Should I go straight to college after I graduate or wait a little bit?

I am senior in high school.

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CareerVillage Office Hours Feb 17, 2023 1233 views

How do you transition into HR from a different career?

This is part of our professionals series

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kyle May 24, 2016 2404 views

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

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Allen Nov 02, 2021 1560 views

what is a job interview like?

11th grade and an athlete #job-interview #interview

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Logan Mar 05, 2014 3030 views

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

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Bryan Dec 13, 2021 867 views

Should I take classes in the morning or at night?

For the most free time. #time-management

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