Santa Cruz, California

I am a high school student and I enjoy creative things like art and design, but I also want a career that is stable and has good opportunities in the future.

How do I adjust how I tell my story depending on who I’m talking to and the moment I’m in?

How can I show impact or results, even if my experience was part of a team or still in progress?

What’s a simple way to structure what I’m saying so my stories are clear and not all over the place?

How do I show others that I can adapt and take on new challenges, even if I don’t have a lot of experience yet?

What does adaptability look like in everyday situations, like classes, internships or team settings?

What are some ways to step outside my comfort zone without feeling overwhelmed?

How can I be open to feedback—even when it’s not what I expected or wanted to hear?

I am a high school senior and I want to study and go into civil engineering, I know there are a lot of specialties in the field so I'm excited to learn more about them. I've shadowed a civil engineer which helped me understand the job more and made me more curious about the projects they work on.

How can I build a “ Living Portfolio ” while I study? Yes everyone has portfolios but I wanna make mine different. How should I document my process, using short form videos or other methods to show how I achieve results, not just the final look? #spring26

Hiii Im a senior and Im really excited to be attending NYU in the fall which I committed for acting but plan on double majoring which I can already tell is gonna be stressful so any advice is helpful!!

As a high school senior, I plan on attending a 2-year community college and obtaining a real estate license. Any tips, shortcuts, or habits I can use to manage my time as efficiently as possible? I want to balance my workload with enough free time for social interaction and opportunities to...

Because I'm not sure what to study, and I've seen many people who, once they're halfway through their degree, no longer enjoy it—and I'm afraid the same thing might happen to me.

How do you manage to balance university life with work? Because, if working—or just studying—is already complicated enough on its own, I can't imagine taking on both at the same time.

How to focus on one class to achieve all goals? Why is it important to focus on all classes and not just 1. What are great tips to overcome all goals to help in the future?

How do I know I am passionate about?

I'm interested because I recently co-founded a car detailing startup with a friend, where we buy materials and provide house-to-house services to earn money and help the community. I'd like to know how the curriculum can build on my hands-on experience with operations, customer outreach, and...

Hi I will be majoring in health sciences and eventually apply to nursing programs. Im somewhat scared Im not gonna like it and just have a health science degree instead.

I am currently a community college student who has applied to transfer to a 4-year college. I'm pursuing a career in business, but I'm not 100% sure which path to take yet. I want to make sure I'm building the right foundation now so I'm not playing catch-up later. Any specific resources,...

After finishing military or deciding to do another contract, what habits can I maintain or add in order to reach my goal of traveling around the world as much as I can?

I am majoring in accounting. What steps should I be immediately making while in college to secure a job after I graduate?

Im a senior in highschool who is looking for a career in science. Im exploring careers that are in the lab but I am still unsure of what to do that satisfies me and pays well.

I have been accepted to a university already and am looking for ways to pay my tuition.

We have lots of students who can't afford going to school because their parents are unable. We believe in a better future for each single one of them.

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I am a freshman student in Ethiopia currently facing a difficult decision regarding my major. I am writing to seek advice from professionals who might have experience in these fields or in navigating career paths in developing regions. Currently, I am enrolled in Computer Science, but I am...

Should I just take science class or should I also take a fun class to not stress myself out

Should I maybe join a psychology club to explore the brain or should I volunteer at a day care to see the brain development of kids and adults?

What are some challenges I should mentally prepare for, for example having to read 500 pages in a day for homework or having to not sleep while I do research

In California, in the next 5 or 6 years

What skills helped you stand out early in your career?

What skills do you use most often when working with clients? What skills do you wish you had developed earlier?

How do I build a brand before I have experience?

What makes a resume instantly stand out?

My career is in payroll, accounting and human resources. I see AI being included in job descriptions and wanted to ask about AI skills

I am currently a junior in high school and don't know how to find a job, willingly to find any job that is available for me.

I'm looking for ways to get sponsorship/donations for my preschool. This would go towards the facility and equipment for the children.

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I’m looking for advice on how to cover the fees for replacing my matric certificate and applying for an ID. I don’t have parents who can support me financially, and my sister who currently takes care of me has an unstable income. I want to continue my education and move forward, but these...

I am a senior at San Jose High School, I need advice about business management. I want to better my grandfathers family business and want to learn to perform better than he did.

I’m actively looking for video editor roles, especially those connected to social media and digital marketing.

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So I want to specialize in the law field, and currently part of Speech and Debate as well as Mock Trial. Some other trivial things are that I'm a part of the California Scholarship Federation (CSF) and Varsity Volleyball. How should I show college administrators that I have a passion for...

I am currently pursuing Chartered Accountancy (CA) in Pakistan and hope to pursue the CPA in the future. At this time, I do not have a passport or US visa, so I am looking for scholarships or learning opportunities that are open to international students and do not require travel to the United...

Hi everyone! My name is Laura, and I’m currently in the United States on a J-1 visa through a cultural exchange program. My goal is to start studying in a community college and eventually pursue a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering. I am planning to apply for a Change of Status from...

I am Varsity in my badminton team and I'm in two badminton clubs.

I want to be a nurse to also help financially support my family

Hello, I am a Senior in high school. I am heading to college. I am interested in becoming a nurse, so I can help individuals even when it's not acknowledged. I like to play badminton, hangout with friends, and eat good food.

I am a junior in high school and I have so many interests and hobbies. So many things excite me and because of love for the media and movies I see many interesting careers and fields that I think are cool, but i'm not sure which ones are for me. Or which ones I am passionate about. So before I...

Many people often go through the same struggle. It may not mean anything to these college boards but it is what they are struggling with and found the most hard thing of their life.

I know that AI can be used as a tool in studying. I want to use it in a way that is helpful but doesn't affect how I learn.

Hello! Life after high school to me means being a neuropsychologist. I'm very passionate about mental health and the brain. Currently, I am on a youth committee centered around youth voices advocating for mental health, and it has sparked an inspiration to start a club at my school involving...

I am still new to College and choosing my career path. I've always been interested in learning about radio frequency, but I don't know where to start. What type of tools should I use in the near future that could help me advance in my learning? What clubs are recommended? I am an Electrical...