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How do I find out what jobs pay well and are in high demand?
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I want to be a pro athlete; do I really need college/to pick a major?
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Becoming a police officer doesn’t require a college degree - so I don’t need one, right? ?
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How do you know college is actually for you?
I’m currently in college but kinda feel out of it
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How can i improve my resume to get a normal every day job (such as a barista, cashier, team member, etc.) with a short-term job experience (3 months)?
I'm a sophomore in college this year and I have a lot of wiggle room to get a job, however many employers haven't responded to many of my applications, and it's probably due to my resume, how can I improve it?
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What colleges specifically focus on forensic science?
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Where are the best places to find jobs in the nursing field (not overworked and underplayed)?
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What career path should I follow based on the following information?
I'm an 18-year-old freshly out of high school. I'm not really sure about what I should pursue in college. My interests incline towards chemistry, biology, and psychology and I feel like I want to do something in the field of biology. But the thing is, in this field whatever I'm inclining toward...
I want to go into a trade instead of college; what might you recommend for following that path?
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What volunteer activities would you recommend for students interested in your career?
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What should be included in a portfolio review for a product design interview?
I just finished my UX/UI bootcamp and I'm wondering what advice you have on what makes a compelling portfolio review for a Jr. Designer.
Are my 9th-grade grades important in relation to my GPA when applying to colleges?
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Do my final semester grades matter during my senior year?
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What major should I look into to be accepted into a speech therapist program? ?
I’m going to be a sophomore in college and working on prerequisites. I know I want to become a speech therapist that specializes in children but am unsure after this year which way to go.
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What does it take to become a translator?
I am a college senior at St John's University. I am a French major, and I would like to be a French translator.
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How can you improve your communication skills and be more confident?
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How do I become more comfortable with making mistakes or even failing? ?
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What online courses have helped you the most in your career?
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What class should I take in college to become a firefighter and why and how should I train to become a firefighter physically and mentally and when should I start?
What class should I take in college to become a firefighter and why and how should I train to become a firefighter physically and mentally and when should I start?
What is the biomedical engineering field like? Does it stand out from other fields in engineering? What types of engineering are used in this field? Who would you suggest pursue this field?
I know the medical industry has a good pay in comparison to other occupations of interest, so that is one reason why I’m asking about this. I don’t know much about the field, and I’m curious to know more.
How do I critically analyze content (such as youtube, podcasts, and games) to determine the validity of its source material?
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Which youtube channels, podcasts, and games would you recommend students engage with in order to learn more about your field?
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What career are you in, and what are some meaningful ways for a high schooler to get more involved in that field?
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Is it okay for me to change my desired career path, and how would I go about doing so? ?
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I dropped out of medical school; now what?
What are some ways to pivot if you drop out of medical school?
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Which medical career requires the least amount of schooling?
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What are some of the lesser-known healthcare careers?
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What are some "green flags" to look for in terms of company culture?
How do I know if a company has a good culture?
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Which seasons of the year are toughest in your job?
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For those who work over 40 hours a week, what do you do for a living, and how many hours do you normally work?
Is the tradeoff worth it?
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Which minors pair well with graphic design and would help me stand out on a resume?
My native language is Spanish I am in grade 10 in an international school. I am on my career exploration journey to find out as much information as possible and do possible internships for my dream career.
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How can I connect graphic design with art?
For example, photography, sculpture, among others.
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What is the difference between your professional/work habits and school/studying habits?
Did you have to pivot your school habits when you became a professional?
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Will my chosen career change over time? If so, how and why?
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What careers are most susceptible to AI takeover and is it likely to happen ?
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What non-STEM career areas are in strong demand ?
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Is there a stigma with attending trade schools or community college ?
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What are the tradeoffs between online vs. on-campus degrees ?
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In what career areas is a master’s degree beneficial ?
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What career areas are good for math majors?
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How would you define a successful life?
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How has COVID impacted the Public Health landscape?
Specifically infectious diseases!
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As a Public Health professional, what do you do? What does your day-to-day look like?
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What lessons did you learn in your field that helped you get promoted? ?
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Would you recommend a job in the food-serivce industry? Why or why not?
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What jobs do you recommend for young people who have no experience but are looking to build soft skills?
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What is the difference between a psychology degree concentrating on addiction versus a degree in social science concentrating on substance abuse ?
I am an adult with a GED looking into going back to school online.
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How does one become a K-pop dancer?
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Which stream should I take in 11th to become an actress in India ?
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Is it realistic for a Bronx girl with “Bronx education” to try to become a nurse?
I’m a senior in high school. I am planning on going to bmcc and majoring in undeclared health so I can hopefully get into the nursing program. I'm scared that the pre-reqs will be hard
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