Career questions tagged discipline
What does it take to become a Professional?
What does it take to become a Professional? I am in 6th grade and i love to play basketball with my friends and family. When i grow up i would love to be an NBA player.
Has this ever happened to you?
You seek guidance and information in books, but when the time comes to apply that knowledge, you get stuck and don't know where to start.
How do I become consistent?
I struggle with consistency. I know nobody's perfect and lose themselves in comfort sometimes but for me, it's almost like I don't care about the tasks I said I'll do. Maybe because I left room for negotiations, lost in the moment I never actually move. I can make bold decisions, sure. Confront my fear, doing things scared. But when it comes to maintaining a thing that's boring, repetitive? Yeah, no. Not everything. But most of thing that haven't become my habits yet. I know it's important that's why I'm asking for any advice! I've read and applied almost all of your answers. I appreciate it, sincerely. :)
What progress have you made on checking things off your to do list? If you haven't made progress, why?
Hi I am a high school student I just very curious about this question, but I need to help about this questions.
What are the career options for Bricklaying trades?
I want to explore the different career options/fields upon leaving the Bricklaying trades and entering the Union.
what are the steps into getting scholarship ?
I am a 9th grade student looking for a scholarship I will like to be a doctor and I need some tips for getting a scholarship.
How do I get a head start in electrical engineering?
I'm a college student planning to transfer to a tech institute to study electrical engineering, but how exactly do I manage time and discipline for my career? Which skills should I put into practice, not just for engineering classes but for studying in general? Engineering is no joke after all.
Are there specific extracurricular activities in college I should pursue to enhance my chances of securing an engineering job when I graduate?
I am a high school senior preparing to start college in the Fall of 2026. I am majoring in biomedical engineering, but I really enjoy participating in extracurricular activities. Thank you.
#Spring26 Hello everyone!! I am a senior who is about to graduate and is a little nervous for college.I am a very huge procrastinator and i always do everything last minute. is there any apps or tips and tricks that can help me stay on track of all my classes??
I've tried checklist apps, I've tried setting reminders on my phone but nothing seems to keep me in the right mindset. maybe I just need to train my brain on time management.
How can effectively using time management improve college and career life?
I’m a senior in high school who will be attending Georgia Institute of Technology as an Aerospace Engineering major, and I want to learn effective time management skills that will help me succeed in my major and future career.#Spring26
What is the best advice you have ever received regarding maintaining discipline and building useful study habits How did this advice help you become a more successful student? #Spring2026?
Hello my name is Paula! I am currently a senior in high school. I am thinking of studying psychology and minoring in voice performance. I am still not fully committed to a major as I am still keeping my options open. For me one of the biggest struggles in high school was maintaining a tight schedule for studying. I found myself procrastinating assignments and fulfilling them poorly. I wish that for college, since I am able to have a little more freedom with my schedule, my studying habits become stronger and more efficient.
How do you effectively balance discipline with an engaging and enjoyable learning environment?
I am currently a High School Senior looking for a degree in music education. I am very excited to help guide the new generation! I love babysitting my neighbors and work as a camp counselor, however, I find that it is hard to find a balance between having fun and being disciplined. If I play too much into the fun, they get out of control and then refuse to listen to me. But if I am too harsh on them they end up not having any fun at all. I want to know how current teachers find this balance?
What are the best study habits for a computer science student to have?
I basically don't have any right now and I don't want to fail out of college.
How would you recommend studying for pre-med classes?
Should I use flashcards or study buddies?
How have setbacks shaped your academic and career goals?
Hello, my name is Justin and I am currently a 3rd year college student balancing both academics in psychology and a full-time medical work schedule. One of the mot significant setbacks I have faced has been managing time effectively while working and attending school. there were moments when I felt overwhelmed, struggled to meet deadlines, and questioned whether I was even capable of maintaining this lifestyle. However, these experiences ultimately forced me to develop stronger discipline, resilience, and time management. I began to create structured routines and started to hold myself accountable. These setbacks helped me realize that success is not always a straight path, but sometimes a process that requires adaptability and persistence. As I continue my path, in a particularly demanding field (healthcare), I recognize that these early challenges are preapring me for future obstacles. They have strengthened my work ethic and reinforced my commitment to building a stable and successful career.
How do I balance working full time, taking care of my baby and full time student online?
I am returning to school online after a few years away, I did receive my associates in art last year from a different school. I am very nervous.
How to thrive in my Freshman Year of College and still have fun?
What advise would you give an incoming freshman to help juggle classes, playing and training for my sport and living on my own for the first time? I plan to excel in my classes and maintain top grades as well as performing to the best of my ability in my sport - I am hard working and determined to succeed but I am looking for advice to help me do all of the things I NEED to do and still have time to have fun and enjoy college. Any advice is appreciated!
what can i do to start being more responsible?
as a young man that has poeple to care about.
What are study habits that you have used for your difficult classes?
I'm going into my freshman year and have not had to study very much for my highschool classes. I want to build good habits early to succeed later down the line. #Spring26
What is the BIGGEST life lesson you have learned thru becoming an engineer ?
I am a high school senior setting out to be a mechanical engineer with a concentration in biomedical. I have heard that you “marry your schooling” because it is tough and can be very demanding. After all of the needed schooling, what is your biggest take away from college? I would LOVE words of wisdom to cling to thru college. Thank you! #Spring2026 #Spring26
What is the best way to study in college? #Spring26
I'm planning on majoring in criminology and I struggle with studying. So it would be great to know some studying tips to do when I start college!
What would I put in my resume as a 10th grader who is interested in the gym?
What would I put in my resume as a 10th grader who is interested in the gym?
How will obtaining my nursing degree challenge me and what are some activities, habits, etc. I can use to cope with these challenges ?
How will obtaining my nursing degree challenge me and what are some activities, habits, etc. I can use to cope with these challenges?
How can I motivate myself to study more and to stop procrastinating on simple things?
I believe a bunch of things in my life would be better/solved if I figured this out.
What are the strong activities outside of extracurriculars (clubs) that someone can do to differentiate themselves as a pre-health student (e.g., mixed martial arts, knitting, video games) ?
I currently train in MMA, wrestling, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and I plan to continue jiu-jitsu in college. Outside of sports, though, I haven’t really developed many other hobbies beyond playing video games.
What can I do to motivate myself to study?
How can I create momentum where I do not feel like studying is a chore and create a plan where I feel interested in learning? As of late, I have been struggling with studying and pursuing my academic dreams. I would like advice from students who have been in the same situation as me!
How can I stay motivated to do my school work?
I am a high school student, currently a sophomore, and I have been struggling to keep up with my school work. I also feel like I am not trying my hardest. What are some things that I can do to help me keep up on my work while also balancing sports, family time, and me soon getting a job? How can I stay motivated to try my best and put in effort?
How do i balance my sport and school work schedule.?
i am a girl in highschool and i do gymnastics and my grades tend to slip when i have long practice days. how do i balance this. Thank you.
how do stay mentally positive through physcial therapy after a season ending injury??
I recently suffered a broken tibia and had to get surgery, I feel like the hardest part is not the surgery but it's the proccess of getting back.