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What should I do after high school?
I am a junior in high school, and I have a pretty decent GPA (3.7+). I am taking many advanced placement classes, and I'm doing well in them. I have been thinking about my future recently, since I will need to decide soon whether I want to go to college or not. What options other than going to...
Is there such a thing as too much ambition? How do I decide what activities i should put effort into most?
I have a lot of ideas and interests, but not all of them fall in line with my career aspirations. This is a general question for experienced ambitious people. Im a student aspring to become a clinical psychologist, but I also want to be involved in politics, and i have numerous hobbies. What...
When choosing what you want to do, is a stable income more important than chasing after what you actually want to do?
All my life, I was constantly encouraged to follow the path of becoming a cardiothoracic surgeon. I never felt queasy at the sight of blood, I find the heart to be the most interesting organ in the body, and I even would watch surgery videos on YouTube from Mayo Clinic. Although this may have...
What can I do to gain more leadership experience in college?
From the start of college, I have joined many clubs and organizations to get involved. However, lately I've been stressing out because every time I desire to join a committee or become a board member, I never quite succeed. Will not obtaining leadership positions hinder my potential to...
Is taking a semester off for an internship a good choice?
As part of my school's Accounting and Taxation Honor Program, there is a requirement to take the winter semester of our senior year off for an internship. This internship will give me an insight into the accounting field as well as possibly landing me a job after college. All my financial aid...
I am still unsure about what I want to study in college, but my family is strongly encouraging me to become a nurse, should I just listen to them?
My grandparents, parents, and siblings all think I would be a great nurse but I am unsure that that's for me. My problem is I have no idea what is for me, so how can I know if they are wrong or right about that? #nursing #career-choice #parenting
What is the difference between getting a certification and obtaining an M.A?
This question has always seemed to bother me. Maybe it's just because I don't even know what a certification is. But overall, I would like to know the difference between the both and is one better to have than the other? Also, How many years of schooling does going for a certification require?...
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Am I suppose to know what I want to do as soon as I graduate college?
There are many things that I desire and it is so tough for me to pick that very special one! Psychology has so much to offer and I am just lost in the middle. The options upon options never end. I feel as if I should definitely know what it is that I want to do once I graduate. I mean, I...
What does it take to be a successful and productive college student?
I'm preparing for college and I'm just curious about what challenges college throws at you. How can these challenges be avoided. #career-counseling #college-bound #mentoring #academic-advising
What should I do?
I've recently moved to Tampa from Indiana with family. I'm currently enrolled online at Ashworth but I want to go to a campus because I feel like I'm not learning anything. I'm not sure I want to continue with veterinary assisting or if I want to go into some form of business management....
How does education help you to find a steady job?
I'm a Honor student in High School and i will be taking AP Classes this upcoming school year and i was asking because i feel that education basically gives you a layout of how a real job works depending upon the forms and fashion it is shown and taught. However, aside from my reasoning, I just...
What are the benefits of interning/working for a startup?
I am a high school student and in my current search for internships, everywhere I turn, I see startups. Big companies such as Google and NASA have correspondingly big impact on resumes and portfolios but what do small startups have to offer in terms of extension and development of skill sets,...
Should I be worried that I don't have enough volunteer experience?
I've been wanting to volunteer more but I just do not have the time and energy due to full-time studies and work. Should I be concerned that future employment opportunities will be negatively affected by my lack of volunteer experience? #career #volunteering #employment #volunteer
How does one become an expert in their field of work? (Maybe provide specific tips!)
As college students, we recognize that we must be distinguishable in our field, but many of us, especially those who are first-generation college students, are unsure of how to do so. Please expand on what individuals can do to become more experienced other than doing internships and working in...
Is it normal to change your career path when youre already halfway through college?
I have an idea of what i want to do in the future but i dont know what im going to do if i change my mind halfway through college #college #career-choice #career-path #major #career-change #career-plan
How do you know when you've found your perfect carter choice?
I am a high school senior, about to graduate and go off to college but I have no idea what I want to do as a career. I like science and math related subjects but nothing really sparks my interest as a job I want for the rest of my life. So I want to know what were some key signs that made you...
How did career assessment test/ placement test help you decide on your major?
I'll be starting college as an undefined major and I want to know if the career placement test really helps you decide on your major. Or if you decided using some other method. Much needed advice. Thanks!! #majors #students #careers #counselor #college-advice
What is the role and responsibilities of a project manager at a nonprofit organization?
I want to work for a nonprofit organization and I am trying to figure out what position would be best suited for me. #project-management #nonprofits #non-profit #non-profits #project-manager
What should I do if I don't know what I want to study?
I'm not sure what my passions are. #college #career
How do I really know that a career is for me?
I guess this varies for each person, but recently, I've been questioning what exactly is 'right' for me. I get this gut feeling that something is right and that it's exactly what I want, but then I begin to pick at the negative things and then I convince myself that the career path isn't for...
Can someone with Social Anxiety be discriminated against when applying for college or a job; and what can I do to limit this?
I am a high school junior with good grades, an above average ACT score, and am an overall well rounded student. However, I have Social Anxiety and am currently considering a career in veterinary medicine as a vet or something similar. I don't talk well with people but am an actress, and am sure...
While attending college, what is recommended for college students to do outside of school?
I was wondering what people do outside of college besides school work. Is it recommended for us to find jobs or internships while attending school? #college #career #jobs #internships
Who is the best person to talk to when determining a career path?
I am currently planning on studying environmental science in college but I still don't have much of an idea of what I want to do when I graduate. I want to know who can help me discover careers that might interest me and how can I start preparing to pursue that career option. #teaching #teacher...
How do you know which career or major to choose?
I am asking because I am uncertain. #career