Career Questions tagged Career Planning
What is your personal experience like working in the publishing industry?
Hi, I'm interested in working in the publishing industry, so I really want to hear about the personal experiences of professionals in this industry, especially because I'm not sure which specific department I want to work in (e.g. editorial, marketing, production, sales, publicity, etc). If...
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Can I succeed in business? How can I pick a career that properly suits my interests?
Hello, I'm currently a second-year college student, and I'm trying to figure out what I want to do with my future. I'm currently majoring in English, but I've been debating whether to add business as a second major due to my interest in what I perceive as business-related fields. The only...
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Can an English major work in business-related jobs?
As my question says, I'm wondering how successful an English major would be at working in business-related jobs. For example, I'm really interested in the publishing industry. Can you find success working in the publishing industry with only an English degree, or would you recommend...
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Which is better: continuing to work a job you've grown to dislike because it is advantageous for you career-wise, or finding a new job that you genuinely enjoy?
I've always believed that if you pursue a career you love, then you'll never work a day in your life, so I've followed my dreams and have always planned to pursue my passion, even if it might not result in the most high-paying job. This passion is writing. However, throughout the years, I've...
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How important is what I do after I graduate?
I have no idea what I'm going to do when I graduate in the winter of 2020. That's two years away, making me halfway through my college career. I get that I still have time but is it able to have a corporate career if I go and do volunteer work or travel after graduating? #after-graduation...
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Is it worth earning higher than a bachelor's when pursuing a career in environmental engineering?
I plan to get a bachelor's degree in environmental engineering for sure, but would it be worth the time, money($40K/yr at the school I am looking at), and effort to work towards a master's or PhD? #engineering #environmental-engineering #money #debt #degrees #bachelors-degree #bachelorsdegree...
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How does one choose the best career path for oneself?
I would like to know what are the most important factors when considering the best career path for oneself. I realize money is obviously important, however what about work-life balance, intrinsic and extrinsic awards, the speed of career progression, the type of education required to pursue the...
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When is the best time in college to start a job search?
When should I start looking at jobs that will start me in my career? Is freshman year of college reasonable?...
How can I market myself as a professional to future employers?
I do not know exactly how to network to where I meet and connect with future employers. I want to know how to do so and the most efficient way. #career-planning #interviewing-skills #career-counseling...
What is the difference between a B.A. and a B.S.?
What's the difference and does it matter when choosing a career? #college #college-major #minor #college-minor #major #majors #bachelorsdegree #science #art #higher-education #career #jobs #college-selection #college-advice #college-bound #degrees #changing-careers #career-path...
#career-counseling #career-choice #career-development #career-planning
What ways can I land my dream job?
I'm currently a freshman with a major in Accounting. My dream job is to work in a bank. What steps or advice can I take into achieving a career as an accountant? #career-path #career-planning...
What kind of degree (major and degree level) would you ideally need to be a video game designer?
I'm currently looking into different career path choices. I have dabbled in video game design since I was about 8 years old, and I was curious as to what to pursue in college if I decide I want to continue to a professional level. #career-planning #video-game-production...
How do you find the right internship at a career fair?
Trying to plan ahead to finding an engineering internship in college and wondering how you sort through all the options. All tips appreciated. #engineering #chemical-engineering...
Is it better to get a GED at an undergrad then transfer?
I want to start planning my future for the better!! :) #school-counseling #school #graduation #career-planning #college...
How do you write an outstanding, effective cover letter?
Applying for an internship and was asked to submit a cover letter. What is it and how can you write an effective one? Would really appreciate some examples or guidance. #job #job-search #resume #resume-writing #cover-letters #evaluating-resumes #skills #job-skills #interviewing-skills #career...
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What is the Best Road to Success in the Educational Field?
The Educational Field has attracted me significantly ever since I was young. I love the idea of giving children knowledge in a fun and dynamic classroom environment. I even would dream (and still dream) about starting my own school! I know everyone has to start small in order to achieve big...
#educational-leadership #k-12-education #teaching #education-management #career-path #career-planning
What would be the best choice of high school courses to take to get ready to study orthodontics?
Trying to prepare for my future! #orthodontist #orthodontics #higher-education #college-major...
If my strengths are creativity, responsibility, and leading and hobbies are swimming and reading, what types of careers or industries might best fit for me?
What other strengths or experiences might I need for the suggested careers?#strengthsandweaknesses #creativity #corporate-social-responsibility #swimming #reading #career #career-choice #career-counseling #career-path...
How do you ask an institution or professional for shadowing opportunities?
I am currently a college psychology student. There is a particular clinical institution that I would be interested in doing some shadowing at. My problem is that I'm not sure how to ask if shadowing opportunities are available when I have no prior relationship with the institution. My target...
#networking #therapy #professional-development #job-shadowing #psychology #clinical-psychology #career-exploration #communication-skills #career-planning
Good morning.... i am currently unsure if i should pursue a masters degree ?
I have completed my chemical engineering degree and I can't seem to find a job. I have been applying from the beginning of my last academic year and have no success. I currently have a lot of family issues and during my undergrad studies it was a bit much to handle none the less I have managed...
What skills should I focus on for an Automotive Engineering Career?
I have been recently looking at some videos and reading up about Mechanical Engineering, and I want to Find a college that can provide me with the skills I need for a career in Automotive Engineering, I'm just curious on what I need to do to Focus myself on my path. I truly love the idea of...
#personal-development #mechanical-engineering #automotive-engineering #automotive #career-planning
Should I go to an art college?
Hello, I was wondering if you think it would be beneficial for me to go to an art college? As of right now, I am traditional artist, taking classes at community college, who has an interest in learning more about digital art because of the many opportunities available for people who can...
#artist #higher-education #art-and-illustration #digital-artist #digital-art #art-college #art-education #career-planning
What are the requirements in becoming a facility maintenance engineer?
I am a sophomore student. I am taking the course aviation and right now I am taking the concepts of engineering and I don't know if I should be taking this classes to become a facility maintenance engineer. Also when I go to college, what am I going to take and what things do I need?...
What are some career options that can be pursed with an allied health major (major designed for further education in the medical field) after graduation?
I am a sophomore college student, pursing an allied health degree, with hopes of becoming a Physician assistant. However, after graduation I don't know where to go to pursue a good job before or attending graduate school. #physical-therapist #physicians-assistant...
How to best use a planner in college?
In college there are so many methods to planning out your semester. How should I record school homework, assignment, projects, personal life, social life, and exercise in an organized and simple fashion? #organization #career-planning #test-planning #personal-assistant...
When do you usually start planning your career?
Due to the great competition in the work force there is a necessity to start planning at the beginning years of college. Unfortunately some procrastinate and end up planning at the last minute. This question is important as it gives a gauge on when students usually start their career...
