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How do I know I have found the right career?
When I ask people how they knew that their current career was the right one for them they usually answer with "you just know" or "I'm happy" or "it just feel right". In a general sense I understand that but since I have not experienced it I am questioning if the vagueness of *just knowing*....
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...
What made you start your own private practice, and how did you go about it?
I am an aspiring clinical psychologist and have been doing research on private practice. I've read on how it gives you more freedom in setting your own hours, more control of your clients, and more independence as a business. I've also read on how it requires alot of your own resources,...
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...
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...
How much student debt is good debt?
I have to take federal unsubsidized loans. #finance #JULY20
Which specialty of nursing did you choose, how did you prepare for it and why did you choose it?
Hello everyone! I'm a first-generation college student and CNA here in San Diego. I'm pursuing a nursing career and am convinced that I will be specializing in a branch of nursing (masters) in the future. Currently, I'm in the process of receiving a general degree in math and science this fall!...
RE: Forum 1
My credential consist of the following: Retired From U.S. Army, I served for 23 years. Retire teacher from San Diego Unified School District after 12 years of services. Work with at- risk youth for two and half years, I Hope my credentials will be adequate for your satisfaction. #college
What does a career in Educational Policy entail/look like?
I am majoring in Early Childhood Education in the fall but would like to focus on policy/government aspects. What types of careers work in this area of education? #teaching #education #college #career #policy
Im 20 years old, and i am lost as far as what i want to do for a career.
I am really into cars and racing, and anything that has to do with the outdoors, such as fishing, hunting, and many more. I love to build and work on things. growing up i was always told work shouldn't feel like work if you really love it. I would like to own a small online business in the...
Is Gender Studies BA qualifitied to apply for gradute programs in Master's of Social Work?
I love my major gender studies, and I want to focus on serving marginalized people that are from lower income, domestic violence survivors, people who are suffering from trauma (hunger, poverty, economic hardship, physical, and sexual abuse, emotional), I want to empower, protect, serve, and...
Interning or Making Money
I'm curious about whether I should be focusing on interning this summer as an animator for real world experience and connections or work to try to keep the cost of my education down? Any advice or experience possibly with both? #internship #college #resume #animation #art #summerjob #finance...
Animators Opinion
I'm curious if artists who are already working in the animation field felt going to college for a degree helped them to obtain a job in the field or are employers simply looking at talent? #art #college #artist #animation #job
Should I shadow a speech therapist before I apply to college or are there privacy issues?
#speech-pathology
What is the best undergrad degree to get to become a speech therapist?
#speech-pathology #psychology #therapy
Hello, I’m chloe! I want to go to Harvard and become a lawyer but I also want to do YouTube. Any advice? I also want to have A fun lifestyle but still become a lawyer.
#lawyer #harvard #college #youtube
What are the steps to become a General Pediatrician?
I have heard many different ways you can be just to become a doctor. However, I want to know what I have to do to actually get to where I want to be. I am a latino women and for me to become a doctor is a huge step for my family. I am not only doing this for my family but mostly for me. I want...
Can I still graduate in Four years even though my classes are not college level?
I was accepted into University of California San Diego but my classes are not college level and I feel like I won't be able to gradate in those four years. As a first generation college student I feel like all the pressure is on me and I have a feeling I am not ready for UC's. I want to become...
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
Regardless of major or job occupation, in general what college course do you think gave you the most that you were able to take away from the class and apply afterwards?
What course gave you the most helpful or useful information that applies to the real world?
#collegeclasses
Where are the best programs to get a DNP from?
I know I want to pursue a DNP, but I'm not sure what the best options are. #nursing #nurse #nurse-practitioner #doctor #medicine #med-school #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare
How important is it to have a MSN in the nursing field?
I am wondering whether to get a BSN or a MSN when I enter college. #nursing
Are University of California (UC) students allowed to have vespas on campus for their freshman year ?
#UCsystem #UCSC
When awarded with a scholarship, does the college that I'm attending automatically get notified? Or does the money go straight to them?
#scholarships
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 would you consider to be the hardest/worst day on the job as a licensed clinical psychologist? And would you say that even after a day like that that the profession would still be worth it?
Although this is my dream career, I'm starting to have some doubts if I'm capable of it or if I should seek another career in the psychological field. I want to be able to learn and prepare for the worst and see if its something I was born to overcome and surpass. #isitworthit...
Has there ever been a time you doubted your major or career choice? And how did you go about handling that?
#doubtcareer #notsure #career-choice #major #clinicalpsychologist
What is the average University/College debt that students leave with?
#investment-management #debt #student-debt #student-loans #financial-aid #paying-for-college #finance
How do I know the major I picked is right for me, and what if it isn't? Is it costly/ hard to switch majors.
#major #majors #double-major #college-majors #choosing-a-major
Everyone has a mindset that student loans are bad. Is this true?
#students #student #high-school-students #loans #aid
Can I take only general education courses the first couple years of college?
I am unsure about what career I want and am currently debating between going into the education or medical field. I'm thinking about focusing on fulfilling the general education requirements first before going into any specific required classes. If this is possible, what classes should I take...
How does scheduling your classes work?
How much freedom/flexibility are you given when picking classes? How do you decide what classes to take? #scheduling #picking-classes #college
Is it worth sacrificing most of your social life during college to graduate top of your class?
I am struggling balancing my social life and my academics. As of now my time as a student has been mostly spent studying and working to pay bills. Is it worth sacrificing my social life during college to achieve high grades?
#sociallife #fun #studying #hard-work #socializing
What characteristics make an outstanding student both inside and outside the classroom?
I have heard the basic qualities of outstanding students such as asking a lot of questions and studying hard (actually reading the textbook, because let's be real we don't have time to read everything!) I would love to hear what other characteristics are good to have to be successful in the...
Why don't admissions officers tell students why they were rejected?
I have been receiving my college acceptance (and sadly, rejection) letters lately. I understand that admission officers have to read literally thousands of applications but it hurts to not know why you weren't selected for their school. There are students out there getting rejected by their...
Honestly, what is college like?
What is a typical college day like? What do you do? I have some friends who love their college experience and others hate it. I want a holistic but honest idea of college. I am looking forward to it but I just want to know. Everyone's experience is different but I'd still like to know....
What exactly does it mean to be a board-certified surgeon?
Why is it that board-certified physicians/surgeons are held to a higher standard than others? What exactly does it mean to be board-certified? Just more certificates from exams? How does one become board-certified? #boardcertified #surgeon #physician #doctor #certified
What is a typical day for a neurosurgeon like?
I want to know more about their shifts and the time they spend at a hospital. Also, how they manage their time to work and rest throughout the day. How long are most neurosurgeries? #neurosurgery #medicine #hospital-and-health-care
What are the best business models for building a dynamic and scalable non-profit
Since 2003, I've provided financial planning services to Indian tribes, advising on both personal and tribal policies such as budgets, taxation, risk management (insurance), investments and legacy (estate) planning. In my professional experience, clients who stayed with me were able to...
How to have a board that can attract $500,000 capital for a non-profit start up
I've been accepted at Harvard's joint bachelor's and master's program in management for the summer of 2018. Since 2003, I've had a financial planning practice with Indian Tribes. My goal at Harvard is to learn best practices, so I can transition my practice into a sustainable and scalable...
What is the typical day- to- day life of a movie critic?
I am curious.
#film #film-critic #movies #film-production #motion-pictures #journalism
Are there internships for people who want to be film critics?
I will be transferring to a school in Los Angeles next semester, and I want to know if there are internship opportunities for this career there.
#film #film-critic
How can I get a scholarship?
I have applied to SO MANY SCHOLARSHIPS and I've gotten nothing in return. And I write really well, because my AP Lang teacher told me I have really good writing, that's above my age. But even when looking at scholarships, it's always for specific areas or only for seniors (I'm in 11th grade.)...
Is becoming a lawyer harder for an undocumented person that wants to reach government levels?
I'm asking due to the fact it includes laws, and there's discrimination.
#lawyer
Is majoring in Criminology going to help me in law school?
I want to expand my knowledge on what a human brain does, but law is fighting against the injustice. I still see myself being a criminal defense attorney but is criminology a good start? #law #fightinjustice
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