Seattle, Washington
Some tips on balancing college, work, and other aspects of your life?
I'm 20 and have been enrolled in community college since I was 16. It's been a roller-coaster as far as my academic performance; I've done well in many classes and failed just as many. I think the biggest factor of my failures is my tendency to procrastinate when I get overwhelmed or stressed....
What are some ways that people have found helpful for dealing with mental illness in the professional world?
I'm a high school student concerned about how my mental health issues (multiple anxiety disorders) may impact my professional career in the future. I'd love to hear from people who have had experience with this issue. #professional #careers #mental-health #depression #mental-illness #anxiety...
What are the legal requirements to have a mobile detailing business?
What would be the bare bones to have such a business legally? I want to start a side hustle working for myself doing basic car cleaning packages, just your standard vacuum, wiping down surfaces - not taking anything apart or touching under the hood. I'm just looking to put a few extra bucks in...
What should I do before I consider a career in cyber security?
#technology
#cybersecurity
When do you think is the best time for anyone to apply for jobs?
As an earlier employee, in my opinion, saving money while working in an occupation and as a student will be beneficial to saving money in the future. #savings
Is a Parent Plus Loan the best option?
I am overwhelmed by loans and I can't tell which one is the best for me! #college #loans #stress
Is it a good idea to go to a tech school to learn handy skills after graduating from your academic course?
I go to Montclair state, and I am learning things that are based on thinking and answering questions, but this does not override the importance of handy skills like a bit of carpentry or mechanics. Both types of understandings are important, and I have been contemplating on taking such courses...
Going into a business or a nonprofit, What kind of mindset must one have to push the organization or company forward as an employee?
As an inspired anthropologist, I learn on how to think above and beyond. It is important to not only be part of a non-profit or company but as a member, seek to improve it. I am asking this question to understand how to go about on improving a company's position as a new employee. #business...
possible jobs for a 16 year old without a car
i am 16 and my only prior job experience is part time construction.
what jobs would be possible for me? #job
Pre-Law Studies
Picking a major can be difficult! I feel like I would be trapped choosing one that limits my ability to branch out into other professional areas that I am passionate about. For example, I really want to pursue law and I thought that pre-law studies was the best pathway to go. However, I am...
What is the pay-off of being a social worker?
My interest has always been in helping people. Will I get to see that in a career in social work? Will I truly be making a difference in people's lives? #social-work #social-worker #social-services
Double Majoring
I hear that going to college for one major can be difficult enough. Isn't two better than one? If I wanted to pursue a career in business and law, could I major in both to be competitive within the professional field, or, should I major in business and minor in law? I feel that earning two...
What are some pitfalls or things that I should be aware of/avoid during an interview session?
I am a fresh graduate and I don't have much interview experiences.
I would like to know what are something that I should avoid saying/focused on, as well as what are some common pitfalls that I should be aware of in an interviews.
Thanks! #interviews #interviewing-skills #interview-preparation
First Job Help?
I am having trouble finding a job. I am 16 years old and currently attend high school in the Bellevue area. I have no work experience but I am ready for my first job. I am looking for a job in the Bellevue area. I am hoping to have a summer job, and part-time job during the school year. Please...
Has the Evaluating Factors of How Scholarships Are Given Changed Over the Years?
I heard that in the past, scholarships were more based on academics than on need and race/ethnicity, but now things have changed so that need and race/ethnicity are more weighted when choosing which candidate gets a scholarship--whether consciously or subconsciously. Is this true? This just...
I'm a senior and I want to learn to be a nurse in college but There are a lot of types of Nurse and I'm just want to work as a nurse in the clinic so which type should I choose, what is its name?
Now I'm a senior in High school so it's very hard for me to know enough information about nursing and I really need help. #career #student #nurse
How many clubs, internships, and work study programs is too much?
I am attending the University of Washington this upcoming fall and will be majoring in biochemistry. My goal is to get accepted into med school in the future which obviously requires many extracurricular activities and volunteer work. Currently, I am signed up for work study, I plan to get...
How is college different from high school?
I'm in a very rigorous program in my high school (the IB program), and I was wondering how the course load differs? #College #IB
Whats the best way to get Software Engineering Internships
Hello I'm doing a MS in physics at the University of Washington and would love to get a SDE internship for the summer but I'm having problems getting interviews. # #engineering #interviews #internship #job-application
Job search tips for recent Mechanical Engineering graduate with limited experience.
#job-search #engineering I've graduated in Mechanical Engineering from University of Washington with great academic standing last summer and passed FE exam last fall. Unfortunately I wasn't able to secure an internship after my junior year and due to this I have very little experience which I...
Should I take up astronomy
I have been thinking about joining the STEM community through Astronomy and Physics as a future career. From what I have heard It is a very competitive and difficult career to get. Being a scientist has been a recurring passion. It wasn't until a few days ago I have actually considered...
Is WSU widely recognized in the engineering community?
I'm looking to go into a career in engineering, and I've applied to UW, but am also applying to WSU as a backup. My GPA is well above 3.5, so I know that I can get into UW for sure (they have guaranteed admission for those with a GPA of 3.5 or greater). If I don't make it into engineering at...
I am moving back to India ? How do I cope up with this new environment
I am moving back to India ? How do I cope up with this new environment #moving #India #career
I don't know how to start looking for fields i want to explore.
I have a great interpersonal skills; I love to help others and I love the feeling that I inspire them. I also hate pressures; like if someone's life is in my hands. I am very indecisive but genuine. #buisness #flightattending #entrepreneurship
How do I prepare for an interview?
I have never had a professional interview and I want tips...
#interviews
How did studying abroad shape your career?
I am currently a student at UW. I am interested in studying abroad (specifically Tsinghua University) during my junior year. Out of curiosity, what are your favorite aspects of studying abroad? How did it shape you and your career? Which part of the experience stood out to you?...
What are the steps to become an elementary school teacher?
I am a rising high school senior! #teaching #teacher #education #college #school #elementary
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