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How to become a travel agent?
Lend your expertise: what does it take to become a travel agent?
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What do you do when your parents force you into a career that's not of your choice?
I am in college studying medical research.
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Am I too old to become a great chef?
I graduated from United Electronics Inst. in 1973 and have spent years working in various trades-related jobs. I want to be the best cook in the world, like another Ramsey but nicer. Can you help lead me?????
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How did you get started on your job journey?
8th grade, I’m looking to go into psychology.
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How many years do you have to go to college to be a photographer?
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Volunteer opportunities for licensed P.T. on Native American reservations for a month at a time?
I am a M.S.P.T., certified McKenzie practitioner(Cert.MDT), 24 years experience
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Which is more marketable: medical support nurse or preoperative theater?
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What are your best suggestions for looking for a vet school? Any application tips?
This question was asked anonymously by a junior in high school
How easy is it to get hired as a veterinarian?
This question was asked anonymously by a junior in high school
I’m looking for a degree that includes learning new things and science (if anything, chemistry) and not any engineering and preferably not a health care job. What is a good fit for me?
I'm about to start university very soon.
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Veterinarians: What kind of hours are you working currently?
Do you normally work 40 hours a week?
This question was asked anonymously by a junior in high school
Is there room for promotion or moving up in advancement when it comes to animal health? ?
This question was asked anonymously by a student. This learner is a junior in high school and is interested in becoming a veterinarian.
What are the educational requirements that lead to your career as a veterinarian?
This question was asked anonymously by a junior in Utah. They are interested in becoming a veterinarian
What are the perks of working in an animal clinic?
This question was asked anonymously by a student who is a junior in high school. They are very interested in becoming a veterinarian
What kinds of things cause people to experience job burnout?
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Pros and cons of being a part of a union?
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What rights/protections do I have if I’m starting a union?
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What resources exist for students in need of a laptop?
I needed a laptop for school and was wondering if there are any resources available for free/discounted laptops.
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What are the different roles you can work inside of a laboratory?
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What are traits employers look for and need ?
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I'm torn between two career paths. How do I pick one? ?
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Which (foreign) languages are in demand right now?
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How important is research if you want to go to grad school?
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I really like research. Which companies are doing new innovative research?
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What soft skills/demeanors, unrelated to engineering education, are often extremely valuable as an engineer? ?
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Tech is a money-making career. Should I major in IT even if I only have a mild interest in it?
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What should I consider when choosing an industry to work in?
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Now that I’ve selected a career, how can I stay current?
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How do I draw a line for myself between the amount of time I spend studying versus relaxing?
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Which roles & responsibilities are required to be able to run a small business? ?
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I’m an English Language Learner; how can that work to my benefit?
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Is there a way to practice for the ASVAB (Military entrance test)?
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How do I find out what jobs pay well and are in high demand?
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I want to be a pro athlete; do I really need college/to pick a major?
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Becoming a police officer doesn’t require a college degree - so I don’t need one, right? ?
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How do you know college is actually for you?
I’m currently in college but kinda feel out of it
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How can i improve my resume to get a normal every day job (such as a barista, cashier, team member, etc.) with a short-term job experience (3 months)?
I'm a sophomore in college this year and I have a lot of wiggle room to get a job, however many employers haven't responded to many of my applications, and it's probably due to my resume, how can I improve it?
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What colleges specifically focus on forensic science?
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Where are the best places to find jobs in the nursing field (not overworked and underplayed)?
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What career path should I follow based on the following information?
I'm an 18-year-old freshly out of high school. I'm not really sure about what I should pursue in college. My interests incline towards chemistry, biology, and psychology and I feel like I want to do something in the field of biology. But the thing is, in this field whatever I'm inclining toward...
I want to go into a trade instead of college; what might you recommend for following that path?
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What volunteer activities would you recommend for students interested in your career?
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Are my 9th-grade grades important in relation to my GPA when applying to colleges?
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Do my final semester grades matter during my senior year?
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What major should I look into to be accepted into a speech therapist program? ?
I’m going to be a sophomore in college and working on prerequisites. I know I want to become a speech therapist that specializes in children but am unsure after this year which way to go.
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What does it take to become a translator?
I am a college senior at St John's University. I am a French major, and I would like to be a French translator.
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How can you improve your communication skills and be more confident?
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How do I become more comfortable with making mistakes or even failing? ?
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What online courses have helped you the most in your career?
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How do I critically analyze content (such as youtube, podcasts, and games) to determine the validity of its source material?
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