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Niki Apr 24 387 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 24 260 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 24 274 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 24 177 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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Zoë Apr 24 146 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 23 318 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 23 391 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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Kason Apr 23 172 views

How do I transition from living with parents?

What is the biggest adjustment a highs school senior will need to make when going away to college?

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Kameron Apr 23 568 views

Whats the hardest part of working in forensics ? And what makes it worth it pushing through that challenge?

My name is Kameron and I am a senior. I am doing a Senior Project for my language arts class where we explore a career that interests us. The purpose of this project is to to give us an idea of what we’d like to do in life after graduation. Part of this project is asking 10 career related...

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Cameron Apr 23 188 views

How do nurses who experienced caregiving or loss at a young age let those experiences shape the way they care for patients, and how do they stay emotionally strong without becoming overwhelmed? #Spring26

I’m 25 and pursuing a vocational program to become an LVN. My path into nursing was shaped by taking on caregiving responsibilities early in life and experiencing loss, which showed me how important compassionate care is. I’m interested in patient care and want to learn how nurses handle the...

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Isamar Apr 22 282 views

What was the hardest part about majoring in Computer Engineering?

How did you manage to adapt to the workload? Were you able to have your own personal life and job aside from working towards your degree? Is it something you recommend for anyone?

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Sebastian Apr 22 469 views

What is the difference between Engineering and Computer Engineering?

I would like to do Electrical Engineering, but working with computer it also a good major I would like to pursue. So, is there really any difference between Engineering and Computer Engineering? Do I need different degrees, or do I need to focus on a certain subject?

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Sebastian Apr 22 110 views

What degree should you get while trying to major in Electrical Engineering?

How many years of college or what degrees do I need to get for Electrical Engineering, so I could have the best chance of getting into Electrical Engineering?

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Hasler Apr 22 186 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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cristal Apr 22 421 views

What can be done to prepare myself for this career further: classes I should take, internships or volunteer work, etc How can I tell if neuropsychology is the right career path for me? Why do neuropsychologists need to understand both the brain and the way people behave?

I'm a high school junior looking for possible career options, and during my research, I came across neuropsychology, and I found it to be really interesting since it has to do with psychology, the brain, and helping people. I want to learn more about the career and see what can be done to help...

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Celeste Apr 22 210 views

what do cna, specifically elderly caretakers do on a daily shift ?

I want to take this career path into consideration.

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Sebastian Apr 22 100 views

How difficult is it to get into architecture?

I am starting to get into architectural and I like this type of job, but I need to know if it's as hard as it sounds, or if you need any type of connections.

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Noah Apr 22 187 views

What are the working conditions? What are some requirements to become an Oil Rig worker? What are some common positions?

How do you get hired?

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Leonardo Apr 22 118 views

Do you mostly rehearse with musicians, compose alone, or work with technology/software?

This question applies to Music Directors & Composers.

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geovan Apr 22 460 views

Whats a day In your life look like do you have free time and etc.?

My name is Geovan. I’m in 11th grade and starting to think about my future.

I’m interested in hands-on careers like construction and HVAC, and I’m also considering joining the United States Army or United States Navy.

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Mixtly Apr 22 139 views

What skills do employers look for in people who study sociology, and what can I start doing in high school to build those skills?

I’m a high school student interested in studying sociology in college, and I want to make sure I’m developing the right skills early. Are there specific classes, clubs, jobs, or projects you’d recommend I focus on to prepare for sociology-related careers? Any advice from your own experience...

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Leonardo Apr 22 274 views

What kinds of problems or questions do you study in your work, and what does your research process look like? How much time do you spend writing reports or papers?

Research includes surveys, interviews, data analysis, and fieldwork. What about clubs, projects, volunteering, and research?

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Mixtly Apr 22 222 views

What degrees and training are needed to become a neuropsychologist?

What degrees are typically required (for example, do I need a PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology, or is there a specific neuropsychology program)?

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Mixtly Apr 22 57 views

Is being a psychiatrist manageable if you're thinking of starting a family How many hours do they usually work??

I'm thinking of different types of jobs I want to work, but I also wanna know if it's a difficult job to handle.

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Allen Apr 22 504 views

How much do electrical-engineers make in California yearly?

I'm interested in the pay.

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Noah Apr 22 188 views

What is the day-to-day life of an oil rig worker?

What is the salary of an Oil Rig worker.

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Gino Apr 22 278 views

While working as a Petroleum Engineer, does the fluctuation in the market value of gas and crude oil affect your pay?

As the market changes every day, does it accumulate to a certain point where you get paid less or more based on the market?

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Leonardo Apr 22 218 views

What classes do I need to take in high school to prepare to become a Political Scientist?

I'm in 11th grade, and I have taken Honors Chemistry. I'm planning on taking AP Statistics and AP Environmental Science.

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Ava Apr 22 312 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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Ava Apr 22 1021 views

Is it acceptable to use AI to help me improve my essay?

For example, if I write a sentence or paragraph, can I ask AI to help me reword or improve it?

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Leonel Apr 22 453 views

How Do I Make Myself Stand Out in a Competitive Field?

How do I make myself stand out as an aspiring aerospace engineer and astronaut? The field is one of the most competitive and I really want to make my mark in my university and career as someone who took intiative and showed interest in their field. I know clubs, extracurriculars and programs...

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Malik Apr 21 138 views

What is the biggest resource you have used in medical school and would tell your younger self? #Spring25?

I am entering in as an MS1 and am excited to go along this new journey! #Spring25

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Malik Apr 21 315 views

In your experience, what is the best approach to conquering Step 1?

I am entering in as an MS1 and want to prepare the best I can!

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Valeria Apr 21 281 views

What’s something you wish someone had told you before starting pre-med?

I'm a senior in high school thinking in majoring in Biochemistry and later going to medical school but I'm scared for the future. What are some tips to survive medical school or surviving biochemistry in college.

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Kailey Apr 20 177 views

What makes you stand out when applying for internships or jobs, and how can that be balanced while going to school?

I'm a senior in high school and I am moving from California to New York for college at LIM. I want to get internships for experience but would also like a job. I also would need tips on how people are balancing these things while going to school.

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Colin Apr 20 476 views

What are some career options for someone who is majoring in History and minoring in Business Administration besides teaching?

I just want to know what my options are. Teaching is definitely an option, but I want to know what are some other options.

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Axel Apr 20 296 views

How do I know my chosen college major will actually get me where I want to be in my career path What if I change my mind? Is there a fallback? ?

I've been really anxious about this lately. I feel like I'm going to force myself into a position I won't be happy with as an adult. I'm currently majoring in theatre and creative writing-- and I love those subjects, I've been an actor all my life and telling stories is my favorite thing to do,...

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Devinia-BaoChau Apr 20 165 views

How do doctors resolve ethically challenging dilemmas or cases with their patients?

Hello, I am going to be a first year medical student at a DO school and am interested in OBGYN and anesthesiology. I know that medical ethics is a course that physicians have to take but it seems unnerving when different values conflict and you have to choose the best treatment that will align...

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Noah Apr 19 98 views

What are important factors I need to consider or specific things I need from college/professors before entering the workforce (professor recs, internships etc)?

#Spring26 #college #mechanical-engineering

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Theophile Apr 19 527 views

How do I make good friends with other engineering majors

My name is Theo, and I'm going into my freshman year at Cal Poly soon. I'm going into college with almost all of my general education done. So I'll be going into my major courses straight away in college. I know that engineers are less social than your average person, myself included. I was...

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azul Apr 18 297 views

What are the steps to take towards independent research and using that knowledge towards a non-profit?

I am a 10th grade high school interested in the field of both cardiology and neuroscience; in specific, I’m looking to study the connection on how neurological processes can affect the cardiovascular system—whether that be through complex cardiac conditions or even strokes.

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Raphael Apr 18 292 views

Navigating from Industry to a Future Applied Physics PhD

As an Engineering Physics applicant at UCSD who is highly motivated to maximize both undergraduate research and industry internships to navigate tight financials, I am specifically targeting a career in quantum hardware, semiconductors, or nanotechnology. These fields are where I plan to work...

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Laila Apr 18 707 views

Industry vs. Academia for Biostatisticians?

I've been trying to find an answer to what it means to be a biostatistician working in industry versus working in academia. This is what I gathered from searching the Internet: working in industry means working in a fast-paced environment and using statistical methods to prove a company's drug...

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Luna Apr 17 224 views

What tactics are most helpful in order to push through academic fatigue especially when assignments begin to pile on top of each other.?

I often get so overwhelmed when I have so many assignments and they're all have similar due dates. I get all my work done but I feel like I can develop better strategies in order to lower stress and increase my productivity.

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Grace Apr 17 299 views

What is the path to take for someone who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist?

What is the path to take for someone who is aspiring to become and occupational therapist?

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Madison Apr 17 262 views

How can a student enter into new fields and opportunities without prior experience?

This is a broad question, but the most notable examples I can think of with a “barrier to entry” include research, internships, and new career fields.

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Lily Apr 17 408 views

Is going to college to learn video game production/VFX worth it in the current state of both industries?

It's one of my dreams to enter either the VFX or video game production industry, but with the way that VFX veterans are speaking of how awful the state of the industry is, I'm starting to have second doubts. Should I pursue other avenues rather than going into debt to learn the skills necessary?

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Ryan Apr 17 443 views

What are some extracurriculars, jobs, or clubs that I could take to get my dream job?

I am current a high school senior, about to start college. I am going into computer science what are some thigns that I could do to boost my chances to landing my dream job at apple?

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Rhema Apr 17 425 views

What is the best way to start and develop an art business while remaining authentic with AI rising, and how do we navigate AI without it replacing our ability to be independent in our creativity?

Hi, I'm Rae. I'll continue my sophomore year of college in the fall of 2026. I've recently taken a gap semester, and I've been thinking about ways to develop a small business using my art skills. Additionally, with the use of AI being included in a variety of businesses, I've been wondering how...

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Hannah Apr 16 216 views

Is working as a CNA in university manageable and if so what health area is best for a college freshman? # Spring26

Hi , I am a High School senior and will soon be getting a CNA certification. I intend to major in Nursing while at University and hope to be able to use my CNA background to work as well during college for income.

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