Career questions tagged decision-making
How do I choose what I want to study after high school?
Hello everyone! I can't seem to decide what to study after high school. I've been thinking about it for quite a long time, but now that the applications are getting closer and many people are already preparing for entrance exams and building up extracurriculars, I'm very nervous about it. It's just difficult to choose! A little bit about me: I'm an ambitious student. I have A's from all my subjects and I'm honestly pretty good at maths and physics, however I'm also interested in psychology and people. I'm ambivert and I need something dynamic, repetitiveness drains me out and bores me. I'm quite creative type of person too. I'm very passionate about travelling and meeting people all around the world. I wouldn't mind working remotely. Though I don't like programming and chemistry at all. I also don't wanna be a scientist, it feels quite isolating. I'm also worried about money and employability, I don't want to work for minimal wage or find out that my degree has barely any use after. Is there any career that would fit me? Thanks a lot in advance!
How can I get involved in theatre when I start teaching at a public high school?
I'm a college student studying to be a high school teacher and I've always had a passion for the theatre. I was wondering if anybody has any insight on how I can get involved in theatre once I begin teaching. Would I likely be able to volunteer to help out? Should I look for a more professional position? Would it be worth the extra time and money for me to pick up a Theatre minor while I'm in college?
What made you realize your major was for you ?
Personally, every day I wonder if this was the right major, even a year in. So how did you know that your major was for you, did certain moments lead up to you saying yeah this is for me, or did you just wake up one day and decide is that is what you want to do?
How do I decide if pharmacy is for me?
Hello! I am a pre-pharmacy student right now and am really struggling to decide if pharmacy is for me. I have been struggling in the chemistry area specifically with organic chemistry and I feel so overwhelmed by what I will need to know as a pharmD. Do you have study advice or general advice for how to know if pharmacy is truly for you?
What skills are more important to succeed in business administration?
I am a hight school student interested in business administration and I want to learn how to succeed in this field.
What kinds of jobs are there in the entertainment industry that do not require you to be on screen?
I want to get into the entertainment industry, but I'm not fully sure what I want to do. But I know I don't want to be on screen at all.
What decision should I made?
I got into SJSU and other CSUs, but I'm not going to other CSUs. I got rejected from Davis, and Berkeley might also reject me. Should I go to SJSU or CCSF for 2 years, then transfer? CC is pretty close to where I live; I just need to take the bus. SJSU is 1 hour driving. 1.5-2 hours of transportation. My major is accounting
What are some of the biggest misconception about the psychology field? Did it affect your decision to further pursue your career? #fall25
I'm struggling with the fact to pursue my dream of going into psychology. Even though it fascinates me, I still want to make the right decision on choosing my major. #fall25
How do I know which of the two jobs I am considering is the best for me and my preferences?
I am going into 9th grade next year and I am stuck between being and FBI Special Agent because I love problem solving and physical activity or being a marine mammal field veterinarian because I love dolphins, otters, pinnipeds, and all other marine animals. I don't know how to determine which one I would have more satisfaction in.
How can I make sure on the medical specialty I which to seek for after I'm done with generals?
I've got a specific specialty in mind that I am interested in, though I've been told people must be sure so how do I make sure I actually want it?
What guidance would you give on making a difficult decision when it differs from the majority view?
What guidance would you give on making a difficult decision when it differs from the majority view?
How do you bounce back from a decision that didn’t go as planned ?
How do you bounce back from a decision that didn’t go as planned?
If you could redo life, what would you do differently?
I've been thinking a lot about decisions, how one small choice can change the entire direction of your life or career. Sometimes it's a job we didn't take, a subject we didn't study, a passion we pushed aside, or even a person we stopped having a relationship with. Not asking for regrets, just real moments of reflection.
Reflecting on your college days, what small habit or choice that you adopted turned out to have the most significant impact on your life later on?
Being a high school senior, I understand the challenges of making tough choices, particularly with college decision day approaching. However, moving to college represents a completely new atmosphere that we seniors are about to enter. It's an exciting opportunity, yet it's terrifying to think about. Personally, I recognize that I require appropriate guidance and insights to distinguish between a poor decision and a wise one.
How should determine what career is best for me?
I see many people tell me to based my career path on of my skills and interest while other tell me to based it on the financial stability it would provide me. Thank you for any responses. #Spring25
What education and major would I have to do to work in Child Protective Services?
I have always wanted to work with kids and though some might not see this as a good way to I like the idea that I would be able to help children with my work. I have researched social work and have picked to either become a social worker at a school or hospitality or work for CPS. Though I know some might say it does take an emotional toll on some I also don't want to just teach kids but also help them with other problems such as ones that may occur in this line of work. Overall I really just want to know if either of these two careers are majorly different when it comes to education and other factors such as pay, work load, hours and more.
Hey I’m in the 12th grade and I would like to know How did you do to know exactly what you wanted ?
Student, high school, 12th grade, don’t know what to do
Should I prioritize getting a Bachelors degree or getting job certifications?
I have a two-year degree in what is essentially digital photography (my childhood dream) that I got immediately after high school. I have since decided that this isn’t a good fit for me as a career, and have been struggling to find my first job. In 2019, I went back to my local community college to take some professional development classes to try and build my resume. These classes so far have been training in MS Word, Excel, and Access, communication skills, and customer service skills. I’ve had to step away for a bit for personal reasons, but I plan to start working towards the Professional Administrative Certificate of Excellence (PACE Certification) in the next few weeks. But. I’ve recently learned that the college money that my parents set aside for me is still available - they paid for my community college degree out of pocket (which completely blows my mind). It’s a nest egg big enough that I can essentially get a bachelors degree for “free” without taking out any student loans. This is an amazing opportunity that I am lucky to have, and I want to make sure that I use this money wisely. My parents have been super generous by letting me live at home until I can get my feet under me…but I’m now in my early 30s. My dad plans to retire next year. We’re currently trying to navigate what that looks like, but I want to be financially independent as quickly as possible so I don’t become a leech. I don’t know if I am necessarily trying to choose my entire career right now. I’ve always been told that education was the key to a good life and career, and I don’t want to waste this money. I am currently looking for work and doing all the things associated with that - I am constantly applying for jobs, I volunteer, I’ve taken several job/career assessments, I’m getting into networking, etc. I’m trying to cast as wide of a net as possible to find this first job - I’m open to almost anything. So - what would be the best strategy for my situation? Should I go for the bachelors degree? Or should I focus on getting certified in various job fields/disciplines and get my bachelors after I find employment? What is the quickest route to a job that will allow me to finally move out of my parents’ house (and, preferably, to buy my own home)?
Should I physically go to college for the experience or simply go for the degree with online courses?
Online college courses are more flexible. They allow me to work towards my degree from anywhere, and I can work them around my schedule. I can also save time and money by earning a degree through online courses. However, part of what I look forward to in college is the social life and networking with other classmates. There will also be other opportunities that I'll miss out on by not going to college physically. Am I missing something that might make my decision easier? What should I be focusing on? #online-college #college #decision-making
Should the amount of jobs available in a certain field help determine my major?
I was planning on majoring in anthropology because it sounds interesting to me, but there do not seem to be many available jobs in that field. #anthropology #college-major #decision-making
How do I know when i'm making the right college and career decisions?
What are the signs and or characteristics of good decisions? #decisions #decision-making #college-decisions #life-decisions #career-decisions #career-choice #college-choice #life-choice
How do you know the difference between risk taking and making rash decisions when choosing a college?
When looking at my college options, I understand that I have big dreams. I want to be a successful political journalist who attends a serious and respectable school. Looking back, I don't want to regret not pursuing oppurtunities and not taking risks. However, now I am in a cross road. Do I venture out of state and attend a college that will leave me in significant debt or do I play it smart and stay home, attending a local college. At what point do you cross the line between rewardful risk taking and reckless decision making? #college #dreams #risk-taking #future #university #professional #decision-making
How do you know if your making the best decision possible for yourself?
I often find myself thinking what would have happened if I had picked another decision in my life which questioned if it was the best decision to make. #Decision-making #personal-development
Should I dual major?
I am a social work major and I am indecisive if I should dual major with health management. I want to have a back up plan in case if things don't go as planned in the real world but I don't know if taking more classes to complete the H.M major in the following semesters is a good idea. #socialwork #healthmanagement #dualmajor #health #college #college-major #backup #classes #decision-making
Decide my major?
I am a junior student at U of I. My current major is civil engineering. However, i am interested in Programming lately, and lost my passion to engineering since the course started to focusing on memorizing content. Therefore, if i want to change my major, is it too late to do it? Or should i still complete my civil engineering degree, and make a double major with programming? #college-major #programming #civil-engineering #decision-making
How do I know if I should transfer schools?
Im wanting to transfer to NYU, but how much will I gain if I transfer? How much does my undergrad really matter? #decision-making #academic-advising #college-transfer #college-advice
What has your career done to help change your life for good? For the worse?
This is what I believe is crucial when choosing a career. Doing a job that pays a lot that you hate might not be as good as doing a job you love with lesser pay, and the way your career affects your life is a huge element to your overall drive and mindset. #career-choice #career-path #experience #public-relations #decision-making #emotional #interactions #observational
How do you know if becoming an engineer is the right career field? What signs give assurance?
I am truly in love with math and science. Both of these topics come natural to me and I would like to pursue a career that uses both of these areas. I feel that engineering encompasses these two things, but I am unsure if it is right for me. My mom is an electrical engineer for both Consumers Energy and the military. When I asked her when she knew she wanted to be an engineer, she gave me a specific moment. I just want to know if and what this moment will be for me. #college #engineering #college-bound #stem-education #decision-making #signs #undecided
If you're stuck between two career paths, how do you go about deciding on one of them?
I'm thinking about going into graphic design versus becoming a Pre-Med student. I love Biology, but I'm terrible at math and think I would do way better in an artsier career where I could let my right brain thoughts flow freely. My parents would definitely push me to go the Pre-Med path, even though they tell me that it's my choice. I'd like to know how anyone who has been in a similar situation as the one I'm in has dealt with this problem. #college #college-major #career-counseling #career-choice #career-path #pre-med #graphic-design #decision-making
Which major would be more beneficial: Biomedical Engineering or Music Technology?
I love the STEM field and music, but I'm having a hard time choosing which major would be more beneficial in the long run. As well, after graduating from college, I would like to go into a career that I would enjoy, and not just do for the money. #science #college-major #technology #music #decision-making