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Mohammad Jun 07, 2019 1412 views

I have three plain career choices: AI researcher, theoretical physicist or ethical hacker. What should I choose?

I’ve narrowed down my career choices to these three career paths, based on my interests. I can either go into the AI field and help spearhead cutting-edge research into making a humanoid AI; I can become a theoretical physicist spearheading research in quantum mechanics, or become an ethical...

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Paola Jun 12, 2019 836 views

How are you able to deal with clients that are hard to understand?

#counselor

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Vanshika Jun 08, 2019 2005 views

Tell me about careers that involve travel

#traveling #career #courses #travel

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connie May 01, 2019 1005 views

Looking for fun ways to teach social skills to students

#education

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Loretta Mar 19, 2019 1052 views

How do I know if an employer is supportive of employees?

What is the best way to know abut the companies culture? I would hate to end up in a mean work place #employer #work-environment #career

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Madison May 03, 2019 1197 views

How would you fix Homelessness

#career #jobs #buisness

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Jake Apr 17, 2019 848 views

If my strengths are teamwork and hardwork, what types of careers or industries might best fit me?

#career #career-choice

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Wesley Mar 25, 2019 1279 views

I am interested in working for an organization like CareerVillage.org. What type of opportunities are available for someone passionate in organizations like this?

I would like to do my internship for an organization like this. I'm at Nairobi University from Kenya.

#internship #career #non-profit #nonprofit

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nur afifah adriana Mar 06, 2019 939 views

I am a law student but I'm an introvert that gives me trouble to speak confidently.Does it mean I have to change my personality in order to be relevant/pursue in this course?

#strugglingtochange #law #law-school #career #college

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Emily Apr 11, 2019 1319 views

I had a phone interview for a summer internships two weeks ago and the firm principal said he would let me know what he decided but I haven’t heard back yet, is it appropriate for me to contact him and ask him if he’s made a decision?

#internship #interviews #job #job-application #architecture

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crystal Apr 10, 2019 1286 views

how can i know what job i want

#career-counseling

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MaryAnn Apr 18, 2018 4114 views

What are scholarship essay judges usually looking for, aside from good grammar and syntax?

When someone is applying for a scholarship that includes an essay, how do the judges usually choose the winner? Obviously it will vary based on the topic, but what makes up a good scholarship essay?

#scholarship #scholarships #scholarship-essay #college-essay

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Kailey Feb 21, 2019 2676 views

Why do some kids act bad in school

Sometimes when I am in school studying, A random person just starts mouthing the teacher and talking back to the teacher. I do not see the reason for this after all they have done for us. Without them we would not be as smart as us kids would be now. That is my question I hope someone answers...

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felipe Mar 20, 2019 835 views

do you like your work

#construction #career

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zeph Mar 20, 2019 2396 views

best part of being a teacher?

#teaching #education

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Ben Mar 04, 2019 1942 views

What values do you uphold in your career?

What is important to you? What are your moral standings?

#Values #tech #career

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Nicholas Mar 04, 2019 704 views

Why do you love your job?

#job What makes you want to do your job better then others?

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Jack Mar 04, 2019 959 views

What's the most important skill to have in your chosen field?

Such as problem-solving, critical thinking, or other types of skills like Microsoft excel proficiency/experience using machinery.
#job-application

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gabriella Feb 27, 2019 1075 views

Am I going to branch out/ step out of my comfort zone in college?

#college-advice
#counselor

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Francisco Feb 27, 2019 4699 views

How do you manage to juggle everything in life?

Work, friends, hobbies

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Francy Lorena Jan 07, 2019 934 views

What should be my next step?

I moved from Colombia a year ago, where I got my bachelors degree in Bussines Communications and journalism. I haven't found a job in the field due to my lack of experience and right now I must sustain my family, therefore, I need a job that can provide me enough income to live in LA and give...

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Jesse Feb 13, 2019 1115 views

What are five things I ought to know for sure about, like the schedule or the pay?

Hello, my name’s Jesse, thank you for checking out this question. I’m over at Pine Knot Job Corps, in Kentucky, as a student in Urban Forestry. I’m hoping that by talking to someone, I can better understand this trade, or at least learn more about it. I’d like to ask someone about what I’m...

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William Jan 15, 2019 2307 views

How to find my passion and interest?

#career #career-choice

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Camille Feb 04, 2019 1460 views

What are good jobs for 14 year olds? And will they most likely hire teens

#job-search

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cecilio Nov 30, 2018 1119 views

what was your job title

what did you do in your work #career

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Sylvia Jan 29, 2019 1927 views

How Can I help my kids decide their future?

I am a study skills teacher from grades 9 - 12 and my kids are not all going to college. I would like to know that they will be ready for the employment world after leaving high school.
#education #teaching

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Margaret Ann Aug 15, 2018 929 views

What are some good publications to submit your writing to?

I am very interested in writing, mostly involving fiction. Would you have any recommendations for a publication that I could send my work too to get started? Thank you!

#career #author

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Amanda Mar 20, 2018 1290 views

What if my roommate and I don't get along?

I'm struggling to find a roommate who has similar interests. I'm all for meeting someone new, but I don't want someone who has a personalty contradictory to my own. I want to be open and social but I'm scared I won't be like the other students. #college #roommate

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Josephine Jan 16, 2018 1384 views

Will complete equal rights be granted to all colored people?

It is said that we are all equal no matter what. But, I don't understand why bias takes place in jobs and school selections. I was wondering if equal rights will ever be considered no matter what race one race is or their background. #race #race-equality #equality #activism...

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Shanice Jan 16, 2018 8158 views

What are your future goals in life?

My future goals in life are to complete my college egducation and get my Bachelors degree, get into graduate school and work my way to become a Clinical Psychologist. These are the biggest life long goals that I have set up to complete, and I am working immensely on trying to achieve them all....

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Paola Jan 10, 2018 1505 views

What are challenges when trying to pursue a career that you are passionate about?

I am a junior and wish to know the challenges many faced when pursuing their ideal careers or the change of career. #job-search #career #work-life-balance #personal-development #personal-statements

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Kylee Aug 07, 2018 673 views

What are the steps it takes to become a successful teacher that makes kids want to learn?

#teachamerica

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Lilavanh Sep 01, 2017 1140 views

What kind of career choice (of business) should I go into?

I know I want to be a business major but I do no know exactly what field in business I want to make a career out of.
#scholarships #career #business

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Natalie Jan 07, 2019 775 views

What are some ways to build your confidence up knowing you are going to be dealing with people who are in trouble and going to jail?

#career #police #help

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Grace Apr 04, 2018 3159 views

What is the hardest part about being a teacher?

#education #teaching

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cyana Jan 15, 2019 1231 views

Do you love the career you are pursuing at the moment?

#career #career-path

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David Jan 15, 2019 1275 views

What would you daily job life be like?

What would you do first thing in the morning when you come into work? #teaching #career

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Cristina Oct 30, 2018 1079 views

What are some ways to teach a student who does not want to learn?

I am studying to be a teacher, but I know in school I was not always willing to learn #education #teaching #teacher

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Mariya Oct 29, 2018 1823 views

During high school, should I continue volunteering or get a job?

I am currently in high school and am an aspiring psychiatrist. Although there is a long way to go, I want to be as prepared as possible. I am aware that the cost of college and medical school is quite hefty and would like to tend to that as proactively as I can. However, is having money to pay...

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Zachariah Oct 23, 2018 807 views

When teaching middle school students, what are some strategies to keep them interested?

#teacher, math and middle school

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Bailey Sep 30, 2018 2232 views

What traits or qualities do you feel are necessary for an elementary school teacher to posess? Or, what are the traits or qualities of some of the best elementary school teachers?

I'm wondering if there are some stand out qualities that are common among adults who really seem to have an impact on children.
#education #teacher #school #elementaryschool

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Kathryn Sep 29, 2018 1349 views

Is it more beneficial to have unpaid internships and more of a variety of experience or paid work with strong connections, but not as much of a variety of experience??

I'm hoping to make my future applications to veterinary school as strong as possible and I'm wondering if paid work is given more consideration even if it isn't necessarily as varied as having multiple unpaid internships in a range of sub-fields. # #internship #volunteer #college #vet-school...

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Jessica Sep 20, 2018 1070 views

What career should I focus on if im in between multiple ?

My name is Jessica, I am now a Sophomore in highschool. I've thought and continue to think about my future since everything I do now can affect it later on. I have a small problem though, I am stuck on what career to choose therefore, what career should I focus on if im not quite sure ?...

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Gabriela Sep 17, 2018 1267 views

Are there any places I can volunteer that would show my commitment to wanting to be a pharmacist?

There are a lot of hospices and hospitals that I want to volunteer at but I'm not old enough to yet. I want to start showing my passion for pharmacy and medicine now. What type of places can I volunteer at that will show I'm dedicated to pursuing a pharmaceutical degree? #pharmacist #pharmacy...

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Timothy Aug 23, 2018 970 views

On college applications, should I include all of my community service, or should I just include the things that meant the most?

I am wondering if community service gets redundant after so much of it and then if it may be better for me to include all of it on my applications. Should I just include the most recent things, and the things that impacted me the most? #application #volunteer

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Stephanie Aug 29, 2018 1491 views

What kind of volunteering hours can we include in college applications?

When I apply for colleges, I notice that they ask for volunteer hours. I'm curious as to what kind of hours they will consider. I volunteer at my church occasionally and help out at my school, do activities like that count? #volunteer #collegeapplication

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Olivea Feb 12, 2017 1537 views

What do I need to do to prepare for my first summer job?

I'm ready to work at my first summer job as a high school student and will have completed the 10th grade. I have a resume, but I do not have a work permit. Should I have my school sign a work permit even though I do not have a job yet? Is there anything else I should do to prepare for my...

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Sofia May 24, 2018 1679 views

How do I develop a relationship with my teachers?

I have always been an extremely quiet kid and #teacher #help #high-school I know I need to get to know my teachers better for help with homework and future recommend action letters, but I don't know how. #relationship-building #teaching #interpersonal-skills #communication #communication-skills

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Tanya Feb 12, 2018 1386 views

Would it look bad on a resume to have a gap in internships?

Would it look bad on a resume if I didn't do an internship one year, but instead did summer classes, or volunteered?

#volunteer #resume #internships

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Alexandra Jun 15, 2018 813 views

What do I need to become a teacher?

I'm a CareerVillage staff member and I'm posting this because we know that many young people are looking for the answer to this question. This is among the most popular questions searched by youth, and we're hoping you will take a moment to share your response to it. Thank you! #college...