Saint Paul, Minnesota
What is being a remote worker like?
For those you of doing remote work, what is is like overall? 1. What kind of work do you do? (contractor, employee, etc.) 2. In regards to work hours, is it more flexible compared to working on site? 3. How are you compensated? (salary, commission, etc.) 4. What is the earning potential of...
Is a Business Major a good fit?
Hi, I am a junior in High school looking at graduating with an Associate's and hoping to nail down a major. I previously thought about psychology or creative writing but they don't feel like the right fit. I really enjoy writing and want to find a job I can be creative with. I also want a...
How do I know if a community college or University is right for me?
I don't know where I want to go now, so many people have different opinions and they're helpful, but, I am just getting more confused, can someone give me some tips on finding what is right for me? #college #undecided #career
What jobs are the best for introverts?
I am a person who works best alone, as I can get pretty nervous when interacting with others. I wanted to know what careers are best for those who don't work well with others. I am thinking something within STEM or something that has to do with art. #art #science #career #math #personality...
How to deal with poor leadership?
Without giving too much information away, I’m dealing with a boss who isn’t the greatest when it comes to leadership skills. I work online as a scouter for deals, meaning I search online for discounts, and I’m technically an independent contractor. When I first got the job, I asked many...
If i take AP computer science as a senior would it be a good first step into becoming a software engineer?
I love working with Technologies and fixing them #technology #computer #computer-engineer #computer-engineering #information-technology
When did you know what you really wanted to be?
I think I want to be an engineer but im not completely sure. How will I know if ths job is right for me? #engineer
What are some habits to follow that would help you succeed in finding a dream college or job?
As a sophomore, I want to know what habits or mentalities to keep and assure myself I am on the right path.
What to look for in a college...
How do I know what colleges to look at if I do not know what I want to major in? What should I look for in a college to know if it is right for me?
I'm in a Community College but I dont know what I want to major in.
I would like to travel around the world and explore new places, earn money and be able to help others. I'm not sure what I want to major in and its stressing me out. I'm also afraid to choose the wrong career. How can I know exactly what I want? And what classes should I take if I'm undecided?...
Does it matter which college you go to?
I'm asking because I was accepted into my dream college but it is over $50,000 and I cannot afford that. I want to find somewhere cheaper, but I also want to try and make it into this school because I fell in love with it and it has a good accounting program. To simplify this, does it matter...
How did internships help you in your career?
I'm curious about the role of internships in college. How valuable were they for you, and do you recommend specific types for someone interested in business?
What's the best way to decide what I need to do with my life?
I used to know exactly what I wanted to do. I wanted to be a doctor, but then I wrote a play and now my entire life plan has changed. What is the best way to figure out what will actually be my best bet?
If I'm certain about a career path when should I start looking at schools that offer the major that ties into the career?
I'm a high school student very interested in Biomedical Engineering and I don't know when I should start looking at schools that provide the major for Biomedical Engineers.
how do I know if a college is good or not?
I am wondering if the colleges I have been looking at are a good education, how would I know this?
If I already know which career path I want to pursue, would it be beneficial for me to start taking college courses during my high school years that are tailored toward that specific career?
I have always been fascinated by the way technology can be used to improve healthcare services and patient outcomes. Biomedical Engineering seems like the perfect field for me to merge my passion for technology and healthcare. I am excited to learn how to design medical equipment and devices,...
What if I don't know what I want to do as a career in the future
As a high school student I find many things interesting, but I still don't know what I want to got to college for or even what I want to do as a career. I would appreciate any advice that helped you make this decision. #college #career-choice #career #student
Why did you pick computer science as your field of study?
What motivates you to have your job in computer science/why did you pick it? What keeps you interested in technology?
Should I follow my passions or go towards following what will help me make a living?
I want to be a photographer or an architect but from what people keep telling me is that they don't make enough money, what should I do, what will truly benefit me? #architect #architecture #photography
why did you go to college?
why did you go to college? what did you major in? what were the best and worst parts?
What is the most important skill a copywriter should have, in your opinion?
#job #copywriting #copywriter #advertising #advertisement #marketing #business #sales #writing #networking #career
Clubs vs Internships Freshman year of college
I'm an incoming freshman for this fall, and the college I am attending has so many opportunities. To the professionals and former college students, I wanted to ask: is it more important to get involved in clubs and organizations my first year on campus, or should I be pursuing more professional...
what career path will I take?
I want to build stuff with my own hands and not sit in a chair all day doing work because that is boring. I hope to get a collage degree to get a well paying job, Because then when I retire I will have money to relax
did you go out of state for school, if so did you regret not being close to family?
I am a sophomore in high school thinking of going across the country for my college education.
Who am I? What am I doing here?
I am struggling with my own individual identity and I have so many career questions. I want to be an astronaut but sometimes I just want to be a policeman. No one really knows what they want to do honestly but I think I might just skip college and be an alien. #astronaut #mars #womenintech...
Should I go to college after highschool?
I feel like if I don’t go it may impact me later in the future with finding a job.
Do you think college is important to go to If so, why?
I am a sophomore in high school and I'm trying to figure out if it would really benefit me to go to college.
when applying for colleges, should I apply to universities even though I'm going to start off with a community college
I want to go to a community #college college first for 2 years but i don't know if i should apply for both community and university
How do I decide what I want to do?
I have no idea what i'm going to do in my future. I want to do something that helps people but is inside my comfort zone. #any #college
How do solidify my career choice?
I have been struggling with deciding what I should do after highschool, and I decided I'd follow engineering path mainly because it falls on the subjects I'm good at a. I'm just not sure if I should actually do it.
In corporate finance how many hours is an average work week? What are the most hours you've worked?
Just wondering what a week would look like in the finance field
What are some helpful high school classes or PSEO classes to take for careers in the science and technology fields?
I am interested in computer programming and possibly starting my own business in technology/computing.
In your career do you think you fit the stereotype?
I am a sophomore in high school, I want to know how well people fit into their careers and the characteristics needed for the job.
What are some good tips for first year going into college? ?
What are some good tips for first year going into college?
What are the main responsibilities of a web developer?
What are some day-to-day tasks a web developer might perform?
Where do you get your inspiration when you are out of ideas?
When writer's block hits, what do you do to combat that? I find that oftentimes when I am writing, I'll run out of ideas for my story, abandon it, and start something new, only for the cycle to begin all over again.
Happy with your career?
How do you keep yourself motivated to continue the career you’ve chosen? Also how do you maintain being happy with that career if you’ve done it for so many years.
What was the field you wanted to go into during high school and how did that change as life progressed?
10th grade business. Just a high schooler doing this so I can get a big assignment done so please respond because that would be very appreciated by me. Thank you!
How do I apply my interests to jobs/college?
#job #college #undecided #college-selection
How much math is really involved in engineering?
I suck at math but all I can imagine myself doing is being an engineer. I want to do enviornmental (which is like civil) #engineering engineering
What is the difference between a certificate and a degree?
I have heard that computer certificates are pretty comparable to college degrees. Should I pursue my Security+ certificate or get a degree in cybersecurity? What are the pros and cons of each?
What was your college major for going into dentistry?
I am a 10th grade high school student and I am interested in being a dentist.
What classes in high school should I take to get ahead in finance?
My school has PSEO and other forms of college-level classes
What do I need to learn how to do before moving out and living on my own?
I wasn't taught a whole lot at school about what living on your own entails, and now the time has come where I am becoming an adult and have started preparing for my future. I have yet to learn how credit works, as well as interests and loans. I dont know how to do my own taxes or what...
What steps should I take to broaden my opprotunities for a possible career?
Should I think about enrolling in college classes? Should I also think about doing trade school, or is it all based on what i want to do for a career? What should i do if i dont exactly know what to do?
Where do you get the best writing inspiration?
I have been in kind of a writers block and I feel like all my short stories kinda repeat and I feel like they get boring. I want to be a writer and make short stories.
How do you deal with social anxiety, when having a lot of social contact?
Being a hostess or waitress, there is a lot of social contact. I would like it to be my first or second job, but I think it might be hard for me because of my anxiety.
If I double major in business and economics, what are some possible career paths?
#choosing-a-major #careers #economics #business
What do colleges look for on an application?
How can I make myself stand out to colleges? Are there any specific activities they like to see on an application?
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