Career questions tagged family
What career path aligns with my goals?
I really value Family/Friends, Health and money. what jobs or career paths align with these values?
How do I balance my school-friend life?
I am currently a 10th grader in high school. I'm taking college classes this year and plan on taking more next year. How do I manage to keep up with my classes but still find time for friends and family?
What are some of the most flexible fields to work in?
Hi! I'm a senior in high school planning on pursuiting a degree in radiology technology. I want to pick a career that will give me flexibilty, such as the option to develop in leadership, having time to serve in my church, and possibly stepping back to focus on family.
How would you best describe the process of medical school ? What are some of the main challenges, and how did you overcome them?
I am a high school graduate hoping to go into medical school and would appreciate your advice on navigating the challenges of medical school. What are some of the main challenges, and how did you overcome them? How do you balance intensive study with other interests and spending time with loved ones? Is there a lot of study material overlap between medical assistant, nursing, and midwifery training? ? Your thoughts are appreciated! Thank you! *Edited by Admin
For people who studied or are studying medicine, what where the factors you considered when making the decision and what was it like the years of university, how did you balance your life?
Hi I'm a senior in highschool and I've recently felt a call for medicine but I have been feeling really doubtful about choosing it as a career. Time is ticking for applications now and I can't figure out if it's the right decision for me. I don't know if it's going to fit the lifestyle I want. In the future I want to be a mom and dedicate a lot of time to that, also I don't want to spend all of my time studying, I'm willing to study hard, but there has to be a time for a personal life. I don't know what information to trust regarding studying medicine, is it really that hard and does everybody regret it. For people who studied or are studying medicine, what where the factors you considered when making the decision and what was it like the years of university, how did you balance your life?
How can I balance the demands of nursing school with real-life responsibilities like work and family??
Pursuing a nursing degree is both exciting and demanding, especially when you are juggling real-life responsibilities outside of school. Like many students, I have personal obligations that require time and energy, and I know that learning how to manage both effectively is key to my success. I am interested in strategies that help nursing students stay organized, avoid burnout, and maintain their mental health while handling academic expectations and life outside of the classroom. I'd love advice from professionals or students who've found ways to create balance, manage their time, and stay motivated when things get overwhelming.
What does my life look like in the future if I think I'm successful in life?
I go to Niles West High School in Skokie Illinois and I'm a senior. What could I do to make college easier for me? Why do most people find college so hard? How come I find high school not hard at all?
What is the best way to cope with being far from home in college?
I'm from Kansas going to Chicago and I've never had to deal with being so far from my family, let alone pretty much everyone I know.
As a marriage and family therapist, does it take a lot of mental stability? Also, how much are you home?
As someone who is ver courious and is doing a project for my sophomore year, I feel like this would be very helpful.
I want to become a marriage and family therapist. Are there any tips or advice I should know, or anything helpful?
I am doing a high school project, and any information would be very helpful and appreciated.
How can I balance my career hopes with my hopes to support and love my family?
I have big dreams! I want to be a computer scientist, an engineer, and an entrepreneur, and honestly, I intend on working towards each of those goals throughout my life. I also plan on having a family, but I want advice on things that worked well, and maybe pitfalls to avoid. Thank you for any help and advice you can offer!
How can I connect my values to a career that makes an impact in people's lives I delivered food during covid when I was in 9th grade and have been committed to my community ever since. I want a career where I can make a difference and as I enter college next year I want to find ways to connect with people whose work is meaningful.?
I delivered food during covid when I was in 9th grade and have been committed to my community ever since. I want a career where I can make a difference and as I enter college next year I want to find ways to connect with people whose work is meaningful.
Is it realistically possible to be a present and active parent while working as a full-time consultant? #Spring25
I’m a freshman and someone who’s always thinking 100 steps ahead. Two of my biggest goals in life are to be a great mom and a successful consultant. I know consulting can be demanding, so I’d really appreciate hearing your perspective or advice on whether it’s possible to balance both, and what that might look like from your experience. #Spring25
Asking questions for Engineers.
Can you tell me about the types of tasks you are responsible for on a day-to-day basis? 2. What do you enjoy most about your career? 3. What is most challenging about your career? 4. What are some skills and personality traits necessary to perform your job? 5. What are some misconceptions about your career? 6. What advice do you have for me about this career? 7. How much personal interactions do you have on a day-to-day basis with this career? 8. What is the work environment like in this career? 9. What are the benefits of this career? 10. What type of education do you need to enter this career?
Hello! I am new to this website, and joined because it seemed so convenient. I am a Highschool student and finding the right career or job has proven a challenge for me. My interests for finding the perfect job are helping animals or helping families and the community. Does anyone have any suggestions to get me started on my journey?
I have a huge love for animals. I have a big interest of working at animal shelters and helping the pets with their basic needs, and help to find a forever home. I also have a very big heart when it comes to the less fortunate. I would like to help the homeless with needs and shelter, and give them a kinder life, as well as families who need help.
What were some family-related problems you had to deal with when focusing on your career?
I'm currently deciding whether i should go to the least expensive school (commuting) or the place that would make me the happiest, living on campus. I find it hard telling my family that being away from them, being on my own, being independent 2 hours away, will help me focus on school and my studies much better than being at home in all of the chaos. I know they rely on me a lot for certain things and i'm happy to help them with anything, but just this once I want to be selfish and focus on me without any judgment on why I feel the this way. After all I, and only I, will be the one that bears the weight of my consequences, if any, of the amount of debt I will be in. Even though my college options aren't expensive compared to other schools, I will have to bear a large amount of debt to be able to go to a four year school and get a Bachelor's degree. Anyway, what would you suggest I do with this kind of problem?
What career path works best for me?
I really value helping others, family, and fun. What jobs or career paths align with these values?
What salary should I look for to have a family?
i hope to have a family and would like to know how much an average family of 4-6 people would need to live comfortably with the current outlook on inflation affecting prices and housing costs going only up.
How much on the job experience do you need to be a construction manager?
I am interested working for my family outdoor water and sever company and am hoping to one day take over the company. I am also wondering what the salary is for a job like this. Along with the salary as when you start working.
How did you choose a job that aligned with your goals and what you enjoyed?
I do not know how I am going to find a job that I enjoy and one that aligns with my future goals, like having family time and flexibility. Right now, I want to be an anesthesiologist, but after further research, I might not be able to meet my goals, so I'm not really sure where to go from there. I was thinking a healthcare management position, but I'm not completely sure.
Should I let my lifestyle goals dictate my choice of healthcare career?
For example, I want to go into surgery, but I'm worried I won't have enough time to commit to my family. I am also interested in pulmonary medicine, but I'm not sure if I will like it as much.