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What would I put as a 10th grader who's interested in business management.?
What would I put as a 10th grader who's interested in business management.?
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Zandy Yeukai’s Answer
Hi Jose,
As a 10th grader, focus on building early exposure & initiative. Join clubs such as business club, entrepreneurship club, or student council
Start something small for example reselling, baking, or managing a social media page
Learn business basics thus budgeting, marketing, Excel, or free online business courses, also, volunteer or help a local business (even informal experience counts)
Lastly read/watch business content to understand how businesses work
Gentle reminder , colleges care more about initiative and consistency than perfection at this stage.
Good luck!!
As a 10th grader, focus on building early exposure & initiative. Join clubs such as business club, entrepreneurship club, or student council
Start something small for example reselling, baking, or managing a social media page
Learn business basics thus budgeting, marketing, Excel, or free online business courses, also, volunteer or help a local business (even informal experience counts)
Lastly read/watch business content to understand how businesses work
Gentle reminder , colleges care more about initiative and consistency than perfection at this stage.
Good luck!!
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Colleen’s Answer
Hello Jose.
As a 10th grader interested in business management, your resume doesn't need to show tons of experience yet. Instead, focus on showing your initiative, curiosity, and involvement.
Rick gave you a great resume structure: Education, Activities/Involvement, Leadership & Responsibility, Work/Volunteer Experience, and Skills.
Business management is a big field, so it can feel overwhelming. A good way to start is by narrowing down your interests. Ask yourself:
- Do you like working with people (leadership, Human Resources, team management)?
- Do you enjoy numbers and strategy (finance, operations)?
- Are you drawn to creativity and promotion (marketing, branding)?
- Do you like starting new ideas (entrepreneurship)?
Here are some steps you can take:
- Enroll in an introductory business class at school or find free college courses online.
- Watch short videos or follow professionals in different business areas on platforms like TED Talks, YouTube, or Masterclass.
- Try small projects like selling something online, running a fundraiser, or managing a social media page. If your school has similar projects, ask if you can shadow the project leader, like an internship.
Networking is also important. Think of it as research. Conduct informational interviews to learn what people do, what they recommend, and what they might change if they started over.
Networking isn't just for adults; you can start now by:
- Talking to teachers about your interests.
- Asking family or friends if they know someone in business.
- Requesting a short conversation (even 15 minutes) to learn about their job.
- Attending local events, career days, or school guest speaker sessions.
A great question to ask is, "What does a typical day look like in your job?" This simple question can lead to many opportunities.
Starting early is a big advantage. Keep exploring, stay curious, and build your skills as you go.
Colleen
As a 10th grader interested in business management, your resume doesn't need to show tons of experience yet. Instead, focus on showing your initiative, curiosity, and involvement.
Rick gave you a great resume structure: Education, Activities/Involvement, Leadership & Responsibility, Work/Volunteer Experience, and Skills.
Business management is a big field, so it can feel overwhelming. A good way to start is by narrowing down your interests. Ask yourself:
- Do you like working with people (leadership, Human Resources, team management)?
- Do you enjoy numbers and strategy (finance, operations)?
- Are you drawn to creativity and promotion (marketing, branding)?
- Do you like starting new ideas (entrepreneurship)?
Here are some steps you can take:
- Enroll in an introductory business class at school or find free college courses online.
- Watch short videos or follow professionals in different business areas on platforms like TED Talks, YouTube, or Masterclass.
- Try small projects like selling something online, running a fundraiser, or managing a social media page. If your school has similar projects, ask if you can shadow the project leader, like an internship.
Networking is also important. Think of it as research. Conduct informational interviews to learn what people do, what they recommend, and what they might change if they started over.
Networking isn't just for adults; you can start now by:
- Talking to teachers about your interests.
- Asking family or friends if they know someone in business.
- Requesting a short conversation (even 15 minutes) to learn about their job.
- Attending local events, career days, or school guest speaker sessions.
A great question to ask is, "What does a typical day look like in your job?" This simple question can lead to many opportunities.
Starting early is a big advantage. Keep exploring, stay curious, and build your skills as you go.
Colleen
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Eddy’s Answer
It’s honestly great that you already know you’re interested in business management, because having that kind of direction this early is one of the most important first steps. Since you know what you like, you can start exploring it in practical ways, like looking for clubs or student organizations in your school or local area that focus on business, entrepreneurship, or leadership. One of the most helpful things I found was getting a part time job at a small business, because even simple tasks can expose you to how a business actually runs, from customer service to day to day operations, and it’s a low pressure way to start building real experience while also saving some money for college. If you want to go a bit further, check out your local library since many offer free resources like LinkedIn Learning where you can take business related courses and get a head start on understanding key concepts. You’re already on a strong path just by knowing your interest, so keep exploring and building on it, and I’m wishing you the best as you move forward.
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Rick’s Answer
Jose,
I assume you're talking about a resume. I'll share the same answer with you that I gave them.
Great question, and you’re already ahead of most sophomores just by thinking about this now.
My wife is a long time career consultant so she helped me with this answer.
At your stage, building a resume isn’t about having a long job history, it’s about showing who you are becoming and where you’re headed. A strong resume for someone interested in both business and cosmetology should reflect both sides of your interests.
Start with a short objective at the top. This is especially important when you don’t have much work experience yet. It helps employers understand your goals and what you’re interested in pursuing.
Then build your resume around what you do have:
Your education (your school, classes you enjoy, maybe business or art-related courses)
Activities (clubs, sports, volunteering, anything that shows responsibility or teamwork)
Any small jobs or experiences (babysitting, helping a family business, assisting with hair, makeup, or styling for friends or events)
Even informal experience counts. Employers care about your work ethic and attitude just as much as experience at this stage.
Since you’re interested in cosmetology, start adding anything related to that world, doing hair for friends, experimenting with makeup, watching tutorials, or helping at a salon if you get the chance. These show passion and initiative. Over time, you’ll want to highlight skills like creativity, customer service, and attention to detail, which are key in cosmetology.
For the business side, think about leadership, organization, and communication. If you’ve ever organized something, helped manage money, or taken initiative in a group, that belongs on your resume.
Also, use strong action words when describing what you’ve done, words like “organized,” “created,” or “led.” That makes your resume sound more confident and professional.
My wife shared a helpful resource, here it is for you to use as a guide while building your resume:
https://share.google/cFwUwrhUSjQINqtl1
Take your time with it. Your resume will grow as you grow. The goal right now isn’t perfection, it’s getting started and showing direction.
You’re on a great path combining business and cosmetology. That’s a powerful mix.
I suggest, when completed, ask your English teacher or guidance counselor to review it.
—Rick
I assume you're talking about a resume. I'll share the same answer with you that I gave them.
Great question, and you’re already ahead of most sophomores just by thinking about this now.
My wife is a long time career consultant so she helped me with this answer.
At your stage, building a resume isn’t about having a long job history, it’s about showing who you are becoming and where you’re headed. A strong resume for someone interested in both business and cosmetology should reflect both sides of your interests.
Start with a short objective at the top. This is especially important when you don’t have much work experience yet. It helps employers understand your goals and what you’re interested in pursuing.
Then build your resume around what you do have:
Your education (your school, classes you enjoy, maybe business or art-related courses)
Activities (clubs, sports, volunteering, anything that shows responsibility or teamwork)
Any small jobs or experiences (babysitting, helping a family business, assisting with hair, makeup, or styling for friends or events)
Even informal experience counts. Employers care about your work ethic and attitude just as much as experience at this stage.
Since you’re interested in cosmetology, start adding anything related to that world, doing hair for friends, experimenting with makeup, watching tutorials, or helping at a salon if you get the chance. These show passion and initiative. Over time, you’ll want to highlight skills like creativity, customer service, and attention to detail, which are key in cosmetology.
For the business side, think about leadership, organization, and communication. If you’ve ever organized something, helped manage money, or taken initiative in a group, that belongs on your resume.
Also, use strong action words when describing what you’ve done, words like “organized,” “created,” or “led.” That makes your resume sound more confident and professional.
My wife shared a helpful resource, here it is for you to use as a guide while building your resume:
https://share.google/cFwUwrhUSjQINqtl1
Take your time with it. Your resume will grow as you grow. The goal right now isn’t perfection, it’s getting started and showing direction.
You’re on a great path combining business and cosmetology. That’s a powerful mix.
I suggest, when completed, ask your English teacher or guidance counselor to review it.
—Rick
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Daniel’s Answer
I think the previous answers are great. I think joining as many business clubs as possible is a great start to building a resume that isn't expected to be chalk full of 100% related experiences as your age. I also think when you look for a summer job every summer, focus on jobs that have a customer service element to them and some sort of business aspect. This could be as simple as being a waiter/cashier or something like that. The customer service experience and the customer is always right piece that you learn, is extremely similar to the client relationship mindset you would have in the business industry, where often the client is "Always right". Learning how to work with others, especially those who are paying you, is a really helpful skill and will pay off when you do enter the workforce. I also think any experience handling money or dealing with systems that book money is helpful (Can be as simple as running a cash register or similar system)