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How do I transition into a stable, fulfilling, and financially stable career that involves helping children when I have a disjointed work history ?
am 30 years old, and since graduating from high school, I have had inconsistent work for many different employers. All within general labor. After taking a job for a municipal park agency in sanitation, I transferred to the recreation side of things as a camp counselor. I loved that position...
how do i find what i want to do?
im 17
in highschool and i dont feel passionate about many things and want to find something i want to do in the future
what does it take to be a college-level athlete?
I'm a junior in high school and play varsity basketball for Burton High School. College is just around the corner, and I need to make sure I have enough knowledge by now so I can be mentally and physically prepared to be a college athlete.
I'm a junior in high school, how do I find jobs that would respond and how do I find what career I want to do
I don't really have any job experiences so idk what I should do to higher my chances of getting accepted at a job
in your own words, what does it mean to be career ready?
I personally think it means that you have met the requirements to be ready to do your career because you have to be physically and mentally ready in order to have success because you shouldn't rush it
How can I rebuild my career after a 3-year gap and transition into a stable field aligned with my Bachelor's in Electronics Engineering despite having 1 year of experience in a different industry?
Hello, I have done a bachelor's in electronic engineering in 2022 after I was forced to do a job in the petroleum field as a business development executive, which I left because of some personal reasons (TBH: I went into depression). Now I have been unemployed for the past 3 years and am...
HOW DOES ONE MANAGE TO PAY FOR MEDICAL SCHOOL?
I am a senior in high school who will not be receiving any financial aid. I am curious on how one manages to get by medical school because of the rigorous studying one is required to do on the daily basis.
Failed a course twice, what do I do?
I want to go back to school again. I didn't know or recalled after such a long time ago (more than a decade ago) I have taken a course twice and didn't quite pass to the grade that the colleges I applied to require. I want to become a nurse. The passing grade in the colleges I applied to...
Will a career in Theatre and Music work out for me?
I am a junior in high school and am considering going to college to get a degree of theater or music or a mix of both. I am wondering what kind of jobs I could get with of combination of these degrees and how hard it would be to get these degrees? Is the pay good? Are these jobs hard or fun or...
What if I can't pay for college How can I get a full ride scholarship??
I am planning to be a Criminal profiler, I was accepted into Southeastern Louisiana University, as a freshman. I will be majoring in Applied Behavioral Analysis Psychology BA, and minoring in Criminal Justice. I need help paying got college.
What is the most important thing to do before your Sophomore year of college ends?
I am about to end my Sophomore year of college at USC Columbia and I'm wondering how I can best prioritize my time.
For a nursing major, would you recommend an iPad or a MacBook?
My name is Ella and I will be majoring in Pre-Nursing at the University of South Carolina. When asking people which device they recommend, its all a mixture. Just wanted to know what a Pre-Nursing major would recommend for college!
How do I get started with a career change following graduation from my university with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and having no prior experience?
I have only worked in customer service, but I am looking to further expand my education after I graduate while also advancing towards a profession within my major. I am currently pursuing my degree and will finish by next fall. Thank you very much in advance for anything you have to help! #Fall25
What is a good way to get situated when you first get to college?
I'm worried It will take a while to get too college, I just dont want to feel weird or out of place.
Why does college cost an uncomfortable amount of money despite it meaning less and less each year?
I am a freshman in college, and I do not come from a rich family. In fact, most people I know are having to take out insane loans to cover the cost, despite their status with money.
What is the best way that you have found to manage your time in college? How can I balance homework and community?
I want to make sure that I can both stay on top of my grades AND have fun in college. #fall25
Job interview ?
What are some things I should do during a job interview that will make me look more professional?
What are some effective ways for studying in college?
I want to make sure my grades are as good as possible in hopes of being accepted into a physicians assistant program. #fall25
What can I do as an undergraduate that will help me greatly in the future?
I think the question we can all relate to is: What can I do as an undergraduate to help with my future endeavors? I say future endeavors, just because it's more of a generality and applies to a wide variety of future goals or tasks. Subjects ranging from scholarships, resumes, long term...
What should I do to start a part-time acting career that will hopefully grow into a full-time acting career?
I want to pursue a career in acting, but I'm not sure how to start. I'm 16 and in high school, so I'm quite limited in independence given that I have many responsibilities. (I feel that that load may lighten once I turn 18) I want to pursue acting as a bit of a side career just because I know...
What is your best advice for going through college?
Is there anything financially that isn't talked about a lot?
To all the professionals that struggled deciding between multiple careers: How did you decide and what did you choose??
I want to be an FBI Special Agent, but I also want to be a veterinary physical therapist
If you had the option to redo college, what would you change and what would you do over again?
College experiences are the ones you will never forget. If there was a redo button, what would you chose?
As a college student, how do I keep myself motivated in finishing my degree?
I am a 19 year old student at the University of Texas at Dallas working part-time and being involved in extracurriculars. I am struggling to be motivated to go on especially since every paycheck I made disappears into paying off my college tuition.
I'm 14 years old and turn 15 in 2 months but I want to find jobs that hire my age
I'm 14 years old, I'm hard working and willing to take on any task.
How do I prepare for a future career by going to college when I'm not sure what I want to major in/pursue?
I am a High School Senior preparing to go to college in fall of 2026, I'm fearful because college costs a lot of money and with no clear direction pathway I want to make sure it is a good step to take.
Where can I find schoolarships ?
My parents don't have enough money for me to go to college. I'm planning to work while in college and I know it will be tough to do since I have to study, get enough sleep, go to classes, and WORK. I don't know what type or how to apply to any of them
How can I apply for more scholarships, and where Also what do I need to consider when I am looking for colleges? I have been accepted into nine schools already. ?
How can I apply for more scholarships, and where? Also what do I need to consider when I am looking for colleges? I have been accepted into nine schools already.
What are the best pathways for becoming a Special Agent in the FBI?
Please inform me of colleges, degrees, study abroad countries, internships, etc.
What are the benefits to taking Clep exams?
I am considering taking some of these exams but do not know if it is truly worth it, or if my college will accept them. Where do I find some of this information?
12th grade
Pre-law
Best ways to get good roommates?
What is the best way to go about finding roommates? Should I try to search online or just fill out the school's survey?
How does a Counselor or Psychologist avoid getting overwhelmed or emotionally involved hearing the tragic stories of others?
I am a college freshman, majoring in Psychology. I am very committed to my desire to help others with personal trauma but am concerned about the affects it will have on my own thoughts and feelings. How do I disconnect myself and still be effective for others?
What is the best possible way to pay for college other than loans and scholarships?
I know that college is expensive and I'm looking for the best way to afford it. I'm going to be attending a college out of my state so state scholarships aren't an option. I don't want to be in major debt after attending something necessary to get a job and be successful in it.
When in my college career should I start thinking about looking for internships?
I know internships are really important for post-college career development and I would like to know at what point should I be starting to look for them.
What tips can you give me a high school student transitioning into college for adjusting?#25?
What do you believe the American dream is in 2025? Where do you see yourself in 10 years? what tips can you give me a high school student transitioning into college for adjusting?#25
What kind of educational background do I need to become a successful business owner?and What can I do now, as a sixteen year old to increase my chances of becoming wealthy?
I really want to be involved in the business field but don’t really know where or how to start.I would really appreciate any advice.
Is Tech still a viable major even after all the rising AI technology?
I want to go into tech for my major but I'm unsure as the recent AI technology might replace it by the time I get into college.
How can I get started into real movies and films (8th grade)?
I have been in theatre for 2 years now and am a total horror movie fan. After watching " The black phone" I started thinking about acting in these type films and really wanted to do this. Currently doing theatre inside and outside of school to get highest variety to my learning. Recently...
How should I decide my major for college?
I’m now a junior in a high school, and I’m really confused with what major I’m willing to take in college. I have some experience and knowledge about Psychology since I used to be really interested in learning something related to Psychology and brain. However, I’m getting more interest in...
What are decent part time jobs for college freshmen?
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What kind of jobs can I have in college if I want to pursue journalism? How will I be able to find jobs or internships that may help me in the long run?at kind of jobs can I have in college if I want to pursue journalism How will I be able to find jobs or internships that may help me in the long run??
I'm a high-school student wanting to pursue a career in journalism but i'm nervous about how i'll be able to gain experience while getting my education in college.
how is ur life after getting ur studio art degree, was it easy to find a job afterwards or is it hard to find a job in this state of the world and should I remain in this field in order to have a successful future?
is this a good field of study to remain and pruse my passion or should i move on from the dream and find a field that will guaranteed me a good future
How do I become a registered nurse? I am currently a junior in highschool and confused about what I should major in and the difference between pre-nursing and nursing school. I am also already enrolled in several AP classes.?
I am a junior in high school, taking ap biology, ap psychology, and ap calculus
I want to be a car mechanic ?
I always to be a car machine and ever since my dad was teaching me I want to know how much I will work and I want to know how many hours I would work
As a lawyer, what kind of skills and characteristics are required to apply?
I am an 8th grader in middle school and I aspire to be a lawyer. I have been wanting to dedicate my education to law school etc. As much as I love that career, I know so little about the requirements and traits i need to have for that job. What characteristics do I need? What traits, and...
How to get a full ride scholarship as a regular high school student I just don't want to be in debt ?
Just trying to understand now so I won't be struggling later .
What to do now that I got fired?
At September I should’ve started working on a LLC as a collaborator for a EU company remotely. It was all great, until today when they said that I got weird and I was not decided enough to work with them. They basically fired me even before starting to work. Now they wanted me to pay upfront...