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I'm feeling a little lost about starting my career after college. There are so many options out there, but I'm not sure which one is right for me. I'm interested in a lot of things, but I don't know how to turn those interests into a career. How can I figure out what I want to do with my life and start working towards my goals?
I'm a little overwhelmed by the idea of starting a career. I know that I want to find a job that I enjoy and that pays well, but I'm not sure how to make that happen. I'm worried that I'll end up in a job that I hate, or that I'll never be able to find a job that I'm passionate about. I'm also...
How would you go about asking for a pay raise based on your work experience, level of education, and skill set without risking your career?
although i have yet to be professionally hired, was wondering where I should drop the line to ask for a salary I feel is best fit in compensation for my line of work without coming off as arrogant, cocky, or prideful. When and how did you handle asking for more than your usual earning? #salary...
what is the path career I need to go to start a welding business?
#career #entrepreneur #business #psychology #investing
How do I find the right career to aspire to?
Hello, I'm currently a Communication major, minoring in psychology. I don't know what what my career goal is at the moment. I'm really open with the options people have recommended for me but I don't know what would be the right fit for me. I can see myself in in many different job positions so...
Has anyone ben accepted to the National University Accelerated BSN program?
I'm applying to National University Accelerated BSN program and would love some insight into the program and how National works. #bsn #nursing #healthcare
I was wondering what kind of program or field of study within biology might deal with researching and experimenting with STEM cells and what progress is being made?
We have just been learning about STEM cells in my honors bio class, and just the thought that these cells can become anything is incredible to me, and it reminds me that i also can become anything, maybe even a biologist. #biologist
Do architects in San Diego have to design future houses using fire-resistant strategies because of recent wildfires?
I'm working on a project about being an architect in San Diego and was wondering if all of the future designs of houses need to include fire-resistant strategies in order to be built?
Thank you so much for helping me with this question. #architectural-design #architecture #California #San-Diego
What is the best way to get into a college?
What is the best way to get into a college? How do I write a good college essay?
How do I become a successful music producer in such a competitive industry
what do i have to do from the start? #music-industry
How do I prepare myself for the job searching world after college while in college?
From what I understand, job searching is hard, time consuming, and takes a lot of emotional patience. Finding a job, applying to the job, waiting for an interview, having the interview, waiting for a response, getting the response, (if accepted) waiting till you start, (if rejected) restarting...
How many hours are required to volunteer a week?
I would lie to be able to gain credit for this volunteer opportunity for graduate school. Would it be possible to earn hours for it? #graduate-school #volunteer
Does the college you go to really matter when you get a job in the future?
i don't know the relevance of wether you go to an ivy league vs. an institute of community college. #college #colleges #ivy-league #community #institute
What field is best in engineering if you are great in mathematics?
I am great at mathematics, but I am not sure what branch to choose from. I love to solve math problems and learn more new topics about math. I also want to be able to create my own problems and solve it. #engineering #industrial-engineering
what major would be best suited to attain the job of an animated movie/t.v. storyboard director?
this is actually my dream job so i want to be prepared for when i start applying to colleges. #film #animation #television #video #anime #art-director
Hello, Neo-natal is the field I would like to pursue. What classes should I take in college to help pursue me in this certain direction?
I love helping others and being able to know what classes I can take right now in high school as well as in college would be very beneficial and helpful. #teacher #college-admissions #neonatal #admissions-counseling
What colleges/universities have good environmental science programs in the US?
#college #environmental-science
Is studying abroad a good idea?
Is studying abroad a good idea? Do you think it makes it harder to graduate on time?
What are the best undergraduate degrees to get into law school?
I am pursuing and undergraduate degree and want to know which degrees are best if I want to get into law school. #professor #law #lawyer
Being someone who aspires to become a lawyer, what specific habits should I develop in college that will help me prepare for law school?
As a senior in high school, I have recognized that college is around the corner. Though I have always considered myself an overachiever, one thing that I do struggle with is studying. When I enter college, I would like to take a more organized approach to my studies, rather than relying on my...
I am still unsure about what I want to study in college, but my family is strongly encouraging me to become a nurse, should I just listen to them?
My grandparents, parents, and siblings all think I would be a great nurse but I am unsure that that's for me. My problem is I have no idea what is for me, so how can I know if they are wrong or right about that? #nursing #career-choice #parenting
What are the steps into becoming a High School Counselor?
Hello! My name is Mariela and I am currently a second year in college. My declared major as of now Criminology, Law and Society, but I'm planning to transfer under a Sociology major. Before I didn't know what exactly to do with a Sociology degree, and I know I want to do something with kids. I...
How do you cope with having a job that doesn't necessarily always end well?
How do you deal with your occupation on a day to day basis when some things are out of your hands?
#doctors
#lawyers
#cops
#social workers
What does it look like to effectively manage your time in college?
Often times, you hear about young college students having trouble managing their time. Considering that most students want to be well-balanced both academically and socially, what are some suggestions that can help me achieve this?
#college #student #university
How many years of school do you need to be a pilot?
#up in the air
#airline-industry
What type of coding should I know and level of math to be a sofftware engineer?
I know how to code but I mostly know HTML so I am not sure what types of coding must I know well. I am also not that great at math but I want to know to what level of math is required. I will be graduating in June so I want to have an idea of what I want to do. #engineering #software #math #coding
Whats a good way to get started learning how to build guitars?
A career that has always fascinated me is that of a luthier (someone who makes stringed instruments) Does anyone know where to start in this sort of field? I'd likely see myself in a factory sort of deal, cutting wood bodies or assembling the guitars. I just don't know where to find my way...
I want to switch majors
I want to learn about media production and use the classes I am taking for something NOW, like youtube. I don't want a major that is not useful to me until I get the degree. #college-major #major #college-major #double-major
What is Speech-Language Pathology Career like?
I'm interested in the Speech-Language Pathology career and I want to specialize in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing so I can work with kids. #teaching #speech-pathology #american-sign-language
I'm completely convinced in becoming a nurse! I'm a senior this year (graduating high school) and I want to know what schools you went to for nursing, and where you are working now? Do you enjoy your job? What should expect in my future career/education?
Most importantly how do I end up working in kaiser permanente? Haha, I know this may seem random but I really do admire their hospitals and friendly staff! But seriously how do I end up working in a place like Kaiser? #medicine #nursing #nurse #healthcare #health #registered-nurses...
What is one lie that you wish to dismiss about graduate school and the grad student experience?
I recently earned my bachelor's and will be starting a doctoral program in August. I've been hearing rumors left and right about grad school in general. They range from dissertations being a mandatory 200 pages, how you have to say goodbye to your social life, how grad students have the same...
Is Anthropology a good field to be going into in College?
I am very interested in anthropology and always have been but I have heard that getting a degree in it does not create very high paying jobs and is not job specific, so I am unsure what choice to make. #college #career #job #degree #social-work
Smith or Bates?
Hi! I need to take a decision and choose the college I want to go to for the next 4 years. I got admitted to both Smith and Bates and will be playing soccer at whichever one I choose. I also plan to do Pre-Med with a Biology major. I visited both schools and absolutely loved them. If anyone...
Is it really and truly possible to succeed in a solid career and also pursue other dreams in a completely different field such as art?
I really like art, but I don't know if I want to major in it, but I sure don't want to give it up either. I would like a steady and decent paying job but also to keep up with my art skills. #counselor #carter #personal-development #art
What kind of degrees do you need to get to be involved in the criminal justice field?
i'm asking because i want to be involved in the career/field?
also i want to know more info about forensic scientist. #college #criminal-justice #degree
What are the best techniques to succeed in college?
#college-bound #studying-tips
what is something you wish you knew before becoming a nurse ?
#nurse #nurse-practitioner #healthcare #medicine #nursing
Which major is easier to obtain, Information Technology or Computer Science?
I am debating on whether to major in Computer Science or Information Technology, but I want to finish school in under 4 years. I want to know what both majors offer and what courses will be needed to be completed. Which is more coursework? #information-technology #technology #computer-science
Is Environmental Science a tough field to work in, especially pertaining to studying water quality?
#science #water #environment #environmental-science
How will the training be conducted?
I've researched on how training will be conducted on Certified Nursing Assistant and I read different accounts. I know that training can be practiced on dummies but is live presentation also done #nursing #nurse #healthcare ?
What steps would you recommend when becoming a dental hygienist
#dentistry #dental-hygienist #dental
What does the typical work day look like for someone working in the Cyber Security/Network Security field?
#information-technology #cyber-security #network-security
Advice for a Graphic Design Students
Hello! I've enrolled in San Diego City College's Graphic Design Program and will be returning to school this spring after a 4-year hiatus. I'm currently studying Adobe CC training videos independently and building up my portfolio. What advice would you give new graphic design students and what...
Hi, Im a senior in high school and Im 16. In my Econ class, my teacher asked everyone what they want to do after high school. Everybody said something and I said college even though I wasn't sure about my answer. I really do want to go to university but the problem is that I don't know what to study. My mom really wants me to be a doctor(yes I'm Asian) but I really want to be an artist., but i dont want to go to college just to study art. I'm good at math and I'm also interested in business and law. any idea what I should choose as my career? Or what I should study in college?
#artist #high-school #math #art #college #idontknowwhattobe
How influential is your dissertation or degree emphasis on your career employment?
I am about to start a doctoral program in clinical psychology. Everyone is telling me that an emphasis and dissertation focus on military veterans, can lead to a better practicum and internship placement with the VA, which apparently is on the higher earning spectrum in terms of clinical...
Is there an easy way for getting clients for a new business?
#business #entrepreneur #career
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