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<s> [INST] How was your road on becoming a doctor? So I'm in the 9th grade ( 3rd form here) and my name is Ross and I'm interested in medicine ( a pediatrician to be exact )but the thing is when I do research on this career it just really confusing so I'm asking here. Anyone studying medicine or is already a doctor I need to ask what subjects do I need to continue ( i heard about physics but physics is not my strong suit )and is the entire process hard and stressful also how long does it take and on what. Oh and what do colleges and medical schools and require and could you recommend some schools please. Another thing if you can is to list some other careers I can get into if I decide to change my mind ( I'm going to do chemistry,physics,biology,history,Spanish,maths,english language and English literature Thanks a bunch #medicine #pediatrics Keywords: pediatrician, pediatrics, medical, doctor, medicine[/INST] <p>You need to select a college with a strong pre-med program. They will help you to select undergrad degrees to prepare you for the MCAT. At NC State (my school), pre-med included Biochemistry and Microbiology (my degrees). However, there are other degrees that are considered pre-med -biological science, biomedical engineering, ect. Getting into a pre-med program consists of fulfilling the normal requirements for attending the college of your choice. Getting into med school requires satisfying the medical school's requirements, which usually include a passing score on the MCAT. It takes ~4 years to get your undergrad degree(s) and another 4-5 years to earn your medical degree. All forms of higher education are difficult and stressful - you cannot eliminate a type of degree based upon this aspect. There are plenty of career paths you can take once you earn your bachelors degrees, if you decide to not pursue pre-med afterwards - this was my path. Do a search on linkedin of those with pre-med degrees (e.g., search for those with a B.S. in biological sciences) to see the wide range of career options.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What is a good entry level job in Post-Production? I'm a film student interested in editing and I wanted to get a summer job. Most people say that 1st Assistant Editor is an entry level job, but it actually requires a lot of skill to be the 1st assistant and still being on my first at university I don't think I'm ready for such responsibility. What are other entry level jobs in Post-Production? #film #film-production #editing #summer-jobs #video-editing #post-production Keywords: assistant, editor, jobs, film, editing[/INST] <p>Hi Ursula, Oh yes, look around Vancouver for any Intern jobs for editing which would be volunteer. Then ask the staff and search for any basic jobs for editing which will always be valuable, especially if you learn colors and textures and any unique techniques. We've been producing Marvel actions, but I do believe that fantasy and science-fiction will become popular again. Then the filming and editing of imagination will be significant. Best wishes, Mark Wagner</p> </s>

<s> [INST] As an aspiring entrepreneur, how important is learning to code and what are some of the best websites, programs, or online schools for learning the skill? I am interested in entrepreneurship but time and time again I put an idea aside because I dont know how to code, and have not yet fleshed out my idea enough to begin a seed round for funding for a coder. #computer-software #programming #coding #program-development Keywords: programming, coding, entrepreneurship, entrepreneur, coder[/INST] <p>In my opinion, the best skills an entrepreneur could have is 1) marketing - you must be able to sell your idea and 2) recruiting - gathering the right people to do the work. If you can sell people on your idea/product and get good developers, engineers, and/or manufacturers doing what they do best, you have a good chance of success.</p><p><br></p><p>To learn some things yourself, sites I personally use are https://www.w3schools.com/, http://javascriptkit.com/, https://www.smashingmagazine.com/, http://www.php.net/, https://dev.mysql.com/</p><p><br></p><p>Above all, learn SQL and understand databases.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Does the highschool you go to matter in the end? I am moving to a new house and have the option of staying at the same school I have gone to for two years but I also have the chance of getting to change to go to a different school. The school I currently go to does not give me the option of taking the AP classes I want for my junior year which has been stressing me out. The new school might give me the opportunity to do so, but it isn't as great a school as the one I attended before. My friend recommended to check out the new school and another friend told me about this school that is about 15 minutes away from my house that is overall amazing. What should I do? #teaching #school #high-school #help #counseling #giving-advice Keywords: highschool, school, ap, moving, staying[/INST] <p>Delilah, it's a very good question to consider as you continue your high school studies. Yes, the high school you attend will matter, both now and into the next season of your life. It matters now because that's the day-to-day stuff you're doing - taking courses and (hopefully) participating in various extra-curricular activities and enjoying the time there. All of that will matter later after you've graduated and begin "the next thing," whether that's college, some kind of job training program, or just taking a year off from school and working somewhere to get used to being more independent. If the second school you mentioned (not the one you attend now) has more opportunities for you to pursue for growth (academic, athletic, etc.) and ways to succeed, then I would strongly encourage you to consider this school. Taking AP classes and other challenging courses will help you become a better student and sharpen your academic skills and abilities, which will, in turn, give you a better foundation for college. Admission representatives like to see that you've challenged yourself and done the best you could with what was available to you during your time in high school. Be sure to weigh that carefully as you go forward.</p> <p>Best of luck!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What's your Goal and How do you Accomplish It? I personally think if your gonna plan your goals i say its a very great idea to accomplish your goals I mean think about it why would you plan something that you don't understand or actually wanna do it has to be something that you plan no one can plan your goals for you.. #responsibility #self-esteem Keywords: goals, accomplish, goal, plan, responsibility[/INST] <p>I agree with you that your goals should be your own. You are less likely to accomplish a goal if you don't really believe in it. But my advice is to set small goals for yourself. For instance when I was younger and just starting out in my career, I didn't have a clear picture of what I would be doing twenty years later. I couldn't have predicted the job I would have (it didn't even exist!) But what helped me to be successful was always working hard to get to the next level. You should always want to be the best at whatever you are doing now, and keep your eyes open for the next challenge. I believe that if you do that, opportunities will open up for you. They may not even be the ones you expected; but they will eventually lead you to where you want to go. Take pride in the work you do, and don't be afraid to ask for help or to pursue opportunities when they arise. If you do that you will be successful in life, whatever path you might take to get there. I hope this advice is helpful to you and best of luck in the future!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What are some tips for finding a career you're passionate about? I'm a sophomore age-wise, and a junior credit-wise. I'm currently majoring in managerial finance with a minor in entrepreneurship. However, I don't really feel passionate about any of the possible careers associated with my desired degree. Do you all have passion towards your job, or are you content hating your job? #career #advice #job-search Keywords: passionate, careers, passion, career, entrepreneurship[/INST] This is such a great question! Wow! I understand this is a challenging career path. I have an MBA in Finance and it was really hard, lots of homework. But here's the thing. Finance is a language that all organizations speak. I use my finance skills every single day to explain how our operations work. Finance and other STEM careers will take you places, maybe google STEM careers and see what sounds interesting. For me finance opened doors at non-profits, international organizations, and corporations but many other STEM careers will do that too. Start clipping out or pinning/bookmarking any articles or ideas that you really enjoy. Do this for a couple of weeks, then take all your ideas and try to find common trends. Maybe you are inspired by a specific challenge like building houses, helping kids, etc. Knowing how to put money/financing together for an organization makes you a valuable contributor. Or explore other career opportunities, you still have plenty of time. An individual will have 5 - 6 careers over the course of their lifetime. And many careers haven't even been invented yet. You will make a difference where you combine two fields that don't seem to go together at first. Figure out what you are passionate about or try a bunch of new things. You will find the answer. </s>

<s> [INST] How can you learn about the stock market? Thinking about investing #stock-market #stocks-investing #stock-trading Keywords: stocks, investing, stock, market, trading[/INST] <p>Hi Devetra. I'm glad that you want to learn more before you start investing. If you're an investing novice, I suggest you read some books first to learn about investing and the stock market. You could start with a book called "Get a Financial Life" by Beth Kobliner. It's available on Amazon.com or at your local/college library. Also check out the author's website www.bethkobliner.com and see her tips on saving and investing.</p> <p>Another book I recommend is "How to Speak Money: What the Money People Say and What it Really Means" by John Lanchester. This book explains a lot of terminology, including about the markets. </p> <p>Finally, don't listen to any adviser who makes promises that don't meet the smell test. For example, someone who assures you that they can double your money in a short amount of time. Ask questions. Be skeptical. Investing in stocks is risky. It's your money, and investing wisely means educating yourself and not being afraid to ask questions.</p> <p>Good luck!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] UC Davis vs Cornell University for a pre-vet track? I was accepted to UC Davis for animal biology and to Cornell University for animal science. I know both are very good schools for veterinarians and have highly rated and ranking vet schools and programs. I have heard that Cornell is a bit more hands on work and there is a lot of opportunity for research or internships. Financially they are about the same so it truly does come down to what school would be a better fit for me. I am planning on being a small animal veterinarian (cats and dogs). #career-path #veterinarian #veterinary #animals Keywords: cornell, veterinarians, veterinarian, veterinary, vet[/INST] <p>&lt;span style="background-color: transparent;"&gt;Collegeboard.org is a great resource for this! I poured through the pages of universities all over the U.S. when I was a senior in high school. Collegeboard was my go-to site! They put all of the information in one place and it is very easy to use. They even have various filters you can apply to see only colleges that have programs you are interested. To determine academic rigor, look at the admissions requirements, G.P.A. of past admitted applicants, SAT/ACT scores, class rank etc. This will give you an idea of what scores and grades you need to be accepted. However, don't be discouraged your application will be reviewed based on the full picture! College-board will help you get an idea of what is most important to the specific school you are applying to.&lt;/span&gt;</p><p><br></p><p><em>This professional recommends the following </em><a href="https://medium.com/@careervillage/introducing-next-steps-e27f907c3c6e"><em>next steps</em></a><em>:</em></p><ul><li>&lt;span style="background-color: transparent;"&gt;Chat with your Guidance Counselor&lt;/span&gt;</li><li>&lt;span style="background-color: transparent;"&gt;Create a Collegeboard.org account&lt;/span&gt;</li><li>&lt;span style="background-color: transparent;"&gt;Start using CollegeBoard as a resource to look up schools.&lt;/span&gt;</li></ul><p><br></p> </s>

<s> [INST] How do you build connections for a career when you graduate college? I want to make sure I have a job following college graduation. I hope to have job security when I complete college education. #college #career #job Keywords: college, graduate, graduation, career, connections[/INST] <p>The best advice I can give is to take advantage of internship opportunities. I went to a college that offered a Co-op program, which is like an extended internship, and it prepared me very well for the real world. Don't be afraid to take risks with the type of work and internships you take on - every experience will teach you something, and create networking connections that you can draw upon later, even if you don't end up working fulltime for any of those companies after you graduate. Keep an open mind, don't worry about getting the "perfect" internship - just do something that gives you real-world work experience while you are in college. Life unfolds in mysterious ways, so the more diverse career experiences you can have during your college years, the better prepared you will be when the next opportunity comes along.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] I want to became a Airoster I want to became Airoster, So please help which stream is suitable and how to prepare. #educator Keywords: airoster, stream, educator, prepare, inst[/INST] <p>It doesn't take any special training to get a job as an air hostess or flight attendant, as all the airlines ask is that the applicant be over 18 and have a high school diploma or GED. The airline provides between three and six weeks of FAA-approved training upon hiring. However, there are specific requirements that need to be met in order to be hired.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] When should I begin to look for internships? I plan on working in the fashion industry and I hear more than often that it is extremely competitive. I was wondering when would be a good time to begin looking for internships and/or studying abroad if I'm a college freshman? Thank you! #fashion-merchandising #fashion-journalism #fashion-and-style. #study-abroad #internships Keywords: internships, abroad, freshman, college, fashion[/INST] Hello, Based on my personal experience, internships are the best way to not only get some good experience under your belt but also help you figure out your interests and what you may want to specialize in. The fashion industry in versatile, so it will definitely be a good idea to do 2-3 internships before you graduate. It is definitely competitive, but you can start by reaching out to alumni from your school, or if you have some contacts in the field already. I understand that it may be hard to take time out during the school year, but summers are a great time to immerse yourself in the field. I did two summer study-abroads during my time in College, and they were the BEST decision I ever made. Not only do you get credit for the classes you take, but you have the chance to explore another part of the world. Specifically for the fashion industry, it would be great if you could do a course in Italy or France so you can really get a global sense of the industry. It can get overwhelming! But use the resources your school offers, like a career counselor or seniors who are in the same major as you, and you can definitely find some great opportunities. </s>

<s> [INST] For those interested in pursuing a career in ecology and evolutionary biology, what types of jobs are available that involve working in the field with real organisms? I have always been very interested in biology and animals, so when I discovered the ecology and evolutionary biology major at most prestigious schools, I thought it would be perfect! However, I know that I am a very hands on learner who would prefer to be out in the environment as opposed to at a desk, so I was wondering what types of jobs would allow me to do this. #biology #animals #environment #ecology #environmental-services #evolutionary-biology #field-work #animalscience Keywords: ecology, organisms, animalscience, environmental, biology[/INST] <p>As an Associate Ecologist at an environmental consulting firm specializing in wetland science/delineation, my colleagues and I are in the field about 50% of the time. </p> <p>With wetlands work, most of our field work focuses on soils, hydrology, and vegetation, but wetlands and associated areas are often hubs for wildlife and protected species, like bald eagle and salmon. For this reason, a lot of our reports describing where wetlands are located (which drives where construction can take place) also describe the habitat functions of the wetlands. These are called habitat assessments, and we have a team member who takes on the majority of this work at our small company.</p> <p>Honestly, I've always been more interested in wildlife than plants - but in my current work I get to see how they're so interconnected and being outside looking at plants and occasionally observing wildlife is really fulfilling. I'm so happy that my job involves getting outside - and even the research and report writing in the office isn't so bad.</p> <p>Good luck!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Is it possible to branch off into speech and hearing therapy from psychology? I am considering studying psychology, but is it possible to branch off into forensic psychology or speech and hearing therapy, with a psychology degree and experience as a clinical psychologist? #psychology #therapy #counseling #mental-health #mental-health-care #physical-therapy #therapists #counseling-psychology #forensic #forensic-psychology Keywords: therapists, psychologist, therapy, psychology, hearing[/INST] <p>Dear Thaaki, Things may work differently in South Africa, but in the U.S. speech and hearing therapists have a master's degree in that field. They may get an undergraduate degree in psychology but people with master's degrees in psychology would not be able to be licensed as speech therapists. Forensic psychology is a specialty area within psychology and there are master's and Ph.D. programs. In the US you would have to have at least a master's degree to work in this field, and I suspect the same is true in South Africa. I am guessing that there are not enough trained professionals in either field to meet the needs, and you would be helping many people whichever avenue you pursue. I wish you the best in your career pursuits! Ray Finn, Ph.D. Psychologist</p> </s>

<s> [INST] is it better to specialize your degree or remain general? what are the advantages and disadvantages, not sure on weather i should stick with one career to further advance in it , or remain general for change and more job opportunities?#indecisive #degree Keywords: degree, advantages, career, specialize, general[/INST] Vanessa, that's a good question with no simple answer. The question of specialization vs generalization depends on several factors, such as your field of study, where you are in your college experience, and if you prefer or think you're better at specializing or generalizing. For example, in the career of librarianship, a 4-year college degree covering a wide range of subjects can be very beneficial prior to graduate school. You may want to re-post your question with more specifics. For a broad look at this question, please see: https://www.technibble.com/specialize-generalize-skills/ For a balanced view from a Business perspective, see: https://tech.co/specialization-vs-generalization-business-strategy-2015-08 </s>

<s> [INST] Which college is the best for computer science? I just wanted to know which college is best for computer science. #INeedComputerScience #computer #computer-software #computer-science #information-technology Keywords: college, ineedcomputerscience, computer, inst, technology[/INST] <p>The answer to your question is not a simple one. See the Internet link below for details.</p><p>https://www.learnhowtobecome.org/computer-engineer/</p><p>Remember going directly to a four year private University with tuition room and board can cost $200,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Personally, I went to a two year community college and received a degree in Math and Science. I made sure the credits were transferable if I received an A or B. Then I transferred to Syracuse University in the Management Informations System (MIS) program where I learned computer engineering, accounting, finance, law, transportation, business management, etc. Upon graduation was able to apply computer engineering into the business world.</p><p><br></p><p>Since then I continue to study computer programming, hardware, etc. on the Internet. There are many free websites that will teach you coding and hardware essential.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How Should I Prepare for an Internship Interview? <p>I am applying to internships for this summer and I am wondering what questions will be asked in these interviews, what I should ask, what I should wear, etc?</p> Keywords: internship, internships, interview, interviews, questions[/INST] <p>Hi Sabine, Treat every interview, including internships like a real job interview. You can google what are common interview questions to the applicant and also what you should ask as well. Dress professional (a little more dressed up is always better then a little less) and don't forget to bring hard copies of your resume. Good luck!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Travel opportunities for historians I will pursue a degree in history and would like to know if there are any jobs that will afford me the opportunity to travel. #history #travel Keywords: travel, historians, jobs, opportunities, history[/INST] <p>My sister was a history major and then taught history. I was a counselor and we had our summers free. We always wanted to travel, so we formed a tour company in the summers and took people overseas on trips. She loved the history part, so she planned the locations and researched the history, and I scheduled all the tours and held meetings prior to our trips. It was great fun, and we got to travel free, and for a teacher, that is a wonderful thing, as salaries are never great. I'm sure there are more opportunities out there, but this one worked for us. Best of luck!</p><p>Marilyn Lowry</p><p>College Guidance Consultants</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Is there a significant difference between going to a public or a private school for undergrad? Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. I have a friend who only applied to private schools, because they "care" more about their students and give them more attention, while public universities care more about research than undergraduates. Meanwhile, one of my best friend only applied to public schools, for their low cost. Personally, I was stuck trying to pick between a private and a public university. In your opinion, what are the benefits and drawbacks to a public v. private education, and does it really make a significant difference? #college Keywords: private, drawbacks, public, undergrad, undergraduates[/INST] <p>Hi Anina! This is a <em>really</em> good question to ask, given how much college costs.</p> <p>I personally feel that attending an "elite" private school is over-rated. Full disclosure: I got a bachelor's and a master's at Ivy League colleges, but my MBA is from a lower-tier (but still excellent) university. However, I worked at a large public university in a Top 20 economics department at the beginning of my career -- so I've seen both worlds.</p> <p>What a private school gives you is: well-known professors, good facilities that are paid for by tuition and large alumni donations, and a prestigious name on your resume. They also give you a big bill to pay.</p> <p>What a public university gives you is: often very good facilities as well that are paid for by a large alumni network; also well-known professors, and a smaller bill to pay. </p> <p>Public universities are often a lot larger but the tradeoff is that the alumni network is even larger.</p> <p>A prestigious private university often isn't all that it's cracked up to be. While alumni networks can be helpful, you may often be referred to people who aren't much more experienced than you. Also, some people may actually take a <em>negative</em> view of people coming from an elite school. They may think that you're overqualified, or you think you are overqualified. Some employers would actually rather have someone from a public university than a private university because they think they have less of an ego and will work harder.</p> <p>In the end, where you went to school doesn't make as much of a difference as whether you made the best of the opportunities you had. Did you take courses and have experiences that built your skill set? Did you show that you have knowledge, skills, and abilities that relate to the jobs you seek? Have you shown that you are reliable, a good collaborator, and can get the job done?</p> <p>I'm not saying <em>not</em> to apply to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, etc. -- those are excellent schools, and if you have the opportunity to go there are many reasons to do so. But don't feel that you can only be successful if you go to an elite school-that's not true. You can reach for the stars from anywhere on Earth.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] I am debating on whether to study teaching or psychology. I know that if I put my mind to it I can do which ever one, but how can I come to a conclusion on which major to focus on when I love helping others? I am a senior in high school and I have always loved helping and putting others before me. With having to help out in the house as well as my siblings, helping is second nature to me and it is something that I excell at. I really want to have a profession in which I could help others with their lives. I asked this question because I feel as if I need more advice by people who do not know me and can give me an opinion that is not biased as other people that I ask advice from. #teacher #counselling #women #therapists #helping-others #adults Keywords: counselling, teaching, psychology, therapists, helping[/INST] Hi Sinai, This is a great question. Picking a major is not an easy decision, and I experienced this when I entered college as well. Keep in mind that generally, colleges don't require you to declare a major (declare = choose) until the end of your second year/beginning of third year in college. There are exceptions, and some colleges may require you to declare the major earlier (especially if the major is quite popular or competitive to get in). If you are able to declare early, that's great. If not, don't feel pressured , and just take the first couple of years of college learning more about yourself, and your interests, to determine which major to choose. I would suggest the following tips: 1. As a freshman or sophomore in college, enroll in a couple of psychology classes, and classes geared towards teaching (eg. classes in the school's education department). See which classes you find more interesting, and consider that as a factor in your decision to pick your major. 2. There are a lot of opportunities in college to join student groups geared towards certain professions, or volunteer opportunities. This might give you more insight into the professions related to teaching or psychology through hands on experience, which will help you in your decision to pick your major. Finally, I would research both majors at the college you end up going to, and keeping the requirements of those majors in the back of your mind to ensure you are able to declare after you end up deciding which major. For example, if to enter the psychology major , you must meet the requirement of a 3.0 GPA, and teaching does not have such requirement, be sure to keep your college GPA your first couple of years at least a 3.0 GPA so you keep your options open. I hope this helps! Elaine </s>

<s> [INST] How long do you need to go to collage for? What profession does it need to be in? I love to code. #technology #tech #coding #code Keywords: collage, coding, tech, code, profession[/INST] <p>If you want to go into programming, you <em>can</em> get away without a degree, but I don't recommend it.</p> <p>First, unless you're a <em>very</em> unusual person, you have interests outside of just programming, right? Well, that's what gen ed requirements are for. They're an opportunity to explore these other interests. Myself, I found my class in Abnormal Psychology to be one of the most fascinating things I've ever experienced. But maybe that's just me, and it's not you. No matter. If you want to learn German, you can. If you were always curious about really early human history, you can study that too.</p> <p>You'll never have a better opportunity in life - at least, not until you retire - to pursue these interests. Don't underestimate how valuable this opportunity is.</p> <p>Second, companies will use the fact that you don't have a degree as an excuse to pay you less. And even in programming, not having a degree will hurt you. I look at it like this:</p> <p>Some people complain that school is full of studying a lot of boring irrelevant stuff that you'll never use. I always thought this was overblown. But more than that, I think that - to the extent that it IS true - this is a <em>feature</em>, not a bug.</p> <p>Work is an unending series of irritating and tedious things. That's why it's called work. That's why you have to pay somebody to do it. One of the things that makes a degree valuable, is that it sends a signal to prospective employers: This is a person who is prepared to put up with irritating and tedious things as the price of getting things done.</p> <p>(This is also why it's important to pick the right career. Every job has its unpleasantries; you want to find one that offers something in return that you <em>do</em> enjoy, because you'll be doing it for a <em>long</em> time. And yes, every job. Even professional football players, I'm sure, have their own annoyances (like mandatory physicals or drug tests) even though they're doing a job that's literally playing a game that they love.)</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Do I need a college degree to start a career in community management? If so, what type of degree would I need? [This is part of a question series for CMX Summit to highlight exciting careers in community management. If you are interested in a career in community management, now would be a good time to ask a question of your own!] College costs a lot of money and takes a lot of time. Students want to know if it’s worth the investment. When I am applying for a community management job, will I be competitive without a degree? Have you ever hired a community manager who did no have a college degree? If a degree is needed, what type of degree would I need (associates vs bachelors) and in what major? #community-management #community #college Keywords: degree, bachelors, college, associates, careers[/INST] <p>Sometimes if you are lucky you can start in another job within a company and move up the ladder into management. Just know that it usually takes awhile for this to happen.</p><p>As far as the degree is concerned Business Degree in management. would be the best for you to move into any kind of management. In Community Management the bachelors degree will also help with getting a job. In this day and age many people have a business degree because it can be used in many jobs and for many different kinds of companies. After saying that it means that the competition will be great during the interviewing period because there will be many graduates possibly with or without experience. Depending on what kind of company you are interviewing with and what they are looking for, the person with the degree usually gets the interviews first, unless you are coming up within the company or know someone who might give you good reference. </p><p>A school career counselor Has many assessments that you can take at your local college if you set up a time to do so, and find out if a business degree is for you and in what area such as : Finance, Public Relation, Operations Management, Marketing and others.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What's a good minor for engineering? I hear people talk about their minors all the time and I have no clue how to choose one that relates to my major. #engineering #college-selection #college-minor Keywords: engineering, minor, minors, major, college[/INST] If you're going to major in Engineering, I would recommend to minor in Business. Any company you join, will require you to understand the basics of Business. It will put you in the forefront of companies, as you will not only understand the technical side of the company, but also the business side. Good Luck! </s>

<s> [INST] What is the best way to improve your public speaking skills? Public speaking is basically my biggest fear in the entire world. I pretty much try dodging every obstacle possible when it comes to this topic. This is a strong phobia of mine that just eats away at me. If I were to practice speaking when I know I have a presentation or something big coming up which tactic and/or strategy would be the best to implement? I've heard that speaking to yourself in the mirror is key but I just can't see how that is major. Any other suggestions, please comment. I thank you very much! #public-speaking #presentations #projects #motivational-speaking #audience-development #personal-development Keywords: presentations, presentation, public, practice, speaking[/INST] <p>It always helps to talk to others if you know what you are talking about because you will want to share. To get use to public speaking go to places with many people and ask questions get use to talking to people. For instance if you are in line for a coffee and the person before you gets something you have never heard of before ask about the drink. Take baby steps. You need to just get out more and the more you talk to people you don't know the more comfortable you will become. You will overcome your fear. Also to Motivate others the audience must see the Motivation you have for the topic you are talking about. Look at it this way the people are there because they want to be, and you want to teach others to be the best they can be. Look at it that way and you will be just fine.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] I am very much interested in the technology field, and would like to major in Computer Engineering. However, I am asked "Why not Computer science?" So what is the difference between them both? My name Is Lesly, I became interested in Computer engineering through the class of Tech Girls, and I have accomplished many successful things through it. I broke the record of disassembling and reassembling a computer tower in 6 minutes, I was previewed on channel 4,5,8 and 33. I interned with NEC corporation of america my Junior year and now I am on the path on becoming a Computer engineer. #computer-science #computer-software #engineering #information-technology #college-majors #computer-programming #hardware #hardware-engineer Keywords: tech, engineering, engineer, programming, computer[/INST] <p>Hi Lesly - If you like disassembling &amp; reassembling computer towers, you should go the Computer Engineering route. I studied Computer Science and it was heavier on the math &amp; algorithms (I even had to write a research paper on Alan Turing!), and I had no required classes when it came to hardware and the physical components of a computer.</p> <p>Computer Engineering will have both requirements in software coding classes as well as electronics / hardware, so you can assemble computers - maybe build your own from scratch - to your heart's delight!</p> <p>And all CS and CE programs will have basic requirements of having to take Calculus, Differential Equations, Matrix Algebra, and Physics. So you'll have to learn those math &amp; science fundamentals for both routes.</p> <p>If you're in a US high school, I recommend taking AP Calculus AB or BC, AP Physics, and AP Computer Science. Scoring a 4 or 5 should get you those college credits already! For the U.K. curriculum, I took IBH Math which will give you Calculus credit as well (and actually already starts teaching matrix algebra &amp; differential equations as well). I believe there is an IB level of Physics that can be taken as well. Not sure about the CS... For IB, you need to score 5, 6, or 7 usually to get US college credit from IB exams.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What do you like most about your job as an investment manager? What do you not like as much about it? #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing Keywords: investing, manager, investment, management, finance[/INST] <p>There are many different things to like about the investment management industry, but I would highlight two things that I think are particularly important to me. First, I enjoy the fact that markets are always changing, which means that no two days are the same and you are constantly learning and it is virtually impossible to get bored. Additionally, I like that my job has an important impact on many different people, as our firm is managing money for literally millions of individuals as part of their retirement plans.</p> <p>On the other hand, the daily news cycle has a tendency to encourage people to focus on the short term. In investing, it is very important to take a longer term perspective, and having people/organizations that make decisions based on short term swings is challenging, when we are managing for the longer term. This is a frustrating part of the business.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Do any sports broadcasting companies offer internships? I am interested in becoming a sports broadcaster and was wondering if there were any possible internships or job-shadow opportunities so that I could get a better understanding of what the job entails. #sports #sports-marketing Keywords: internships, broadcasting, broadcaster, sports, opportunities[/INST] <p>I believe the majority of the sports broadcasting companies offer internships, you can also look for local news in you area and try to reach out to the sports department in case you find difficulty getting a chance with big ones. I have started on ABC affiliated and worked regularly in the sports department shadowing and editing sports packages, I believe that helped me a lot get jobs throughout my career that were related to sports.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How did you know which college was the best fir for you? I am asking because I am feeling a lot of pressure to make a decision and have no idea what to choose. I have a scholarship offer to run cross country at a couple smaller private schools but will still have a ton of loans. My twin sister has already decided to go to the University of Arizona where I have almost full tuition paid for in a scholarship, but I can't run there. #college-selection #college-recruiting Keywords: college, scholarship, tuition, university, arizona[/INST] <p>Hello Kara!</p><p><br></p><p>Choosing where to begin your academic career is a tough question. Below are a few things I considered before choosing where I went to school and hopefully that can help some!</p><ul><li>Financial Impact: We got to college to expand our horizons and hopefully find a profitable career that can sustain us and our families. Comparing return on investment for a school, while not a perfect measure by any means can greatly help to focus your search. There are many resources to view ROI for schools, including here: http://www.bestcolleges.com/features/best-roi-colleges/ . But like anything else, comparing multiple resources is wise.</li><li>Academic Fit: Making sure the schools you comprise your list of have the degree program you are seeking out helps to narrow the list as well : ) Not just the degree path, but depth of study you can achieve. Whether that is Bachelors, Masters or PhD.</li><li>Culture Fit: I think this is the true deciding factor. Different schools have different cultures and finding one that fits your personality is the crux to finding success. I attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute for a visit and instantly fell in love with the small campus feel, the extensive Alumni network, and attentive professors. The students were focused and driven and I felt like I could make an impact there. If you have the ability, touring multiple schools is a great compare.</li></ul><p>I hope these helped and remember as well, if you choose a school and find that it just isn't meeting your needs as a student, there is always opportunity to transfer and try another opportunity. Good luck on your search!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Is pursuing nursing worthwhile? It seems to me that everyone knows a nurse, but they all seem to say different things. Nurses in my family love their jobs, hate their jobs, wish they just became doctors, or switched career paths altogether. As one who is genuinely interested in becoming a nurse, I'd like to know what reservations or exciting aspects I should expect. #nursing Keywords: nursing, nurses, nurse, pursuing, career[/INST] <p>If you have a passion for something then you would enjoy it. As you said, some love it because they have the passion for it. Some don't because they joined the wrong career for them. Lastly, some wish to be doctors because that what they want to do! In short, it all depends on you.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How do I become a nurse practitioner? I have learned the process for employment. Can the process start following graduation but before passing the boards or do you have to wait until after passing the boards? Where should a new grad look for employment opportunities? Any tips or suggests... #nurse-practitioner #Nursing #hospital-and-health-care #higher-education #medicine #healthcare Keywords: nursing, nurse, practitioner, grad, healthcare[/INST] Always do your research, first and foremost! Depending on the NP program some require that you work one full year minimum as an RN before applying to NP school. So the process could be started however you’d have to be licensed as an RN (passing your boards) and have to get recommendations as well as anything else required to apply. </s>

<s> [INST] How would i be able to finish my college sign up process? #college #college-admissions Keywords: admissions, college, inst, sign, finish[/INST] Definitely reach out to the school or schools that you are interested in, if they haven't reached out to you. Most colleges have an admissions team that would want to work with you to help expedite your enrollment process. </s>

<s> [INST] What are some entry-level jobs that could lead to becoming a project manager? I am a high school senior with a special interest in business. I hope to one day become a project manager at a company, but as I am looking at colleges and majors, I am wondering what steps lie in between graduating college and reaching a project manager position. I was wondering what some common starting positions are that could help me reach my goal of becoming a project manager, and possibly some insight about certain steps I need to take along the way. #business #management #career-path #project-management #entry-level #logistics-management Keywords: career, management, manager, majors, jobs[/INST] <p>Emily, great goal and great question. My opinion is that a truly great project manager knows all facets of the project they will be coordinating from bottom to top. If for example, you wish to be a project manager for a software company, it would be extremely useful to have a degree in computer science first. Then later obtain your MBA and also a certification in project management. As to jobs, a project manager's job is to manage a project and ensure the budget for cost\time, ensure the work is of sufficient quality and that the entire scope\needs are completed. Any job you get as a Sr in high school that has any of these facets associated with it is a good start. As you are in college, getting some internship experience with a project manager would be invaluable. Keep in mind also that a project manager has to be very detail oriented, have excellent organization skills, has ability and desire to follow-up on even the tiniest details. </p> </s>

<s> [INST] Are your families satisfied with your career choice? Many families, children especially happen to be unsatisfied with their parents' career choice. Parents are supposed to be the beacon of hope and the people their kids can look up to for their own reasons. When kids aren't happy about their parents' career choice, that leads to resentment and lack of communication between the parent and the kids. #medicine #music #fashion #information-technology #information Keywords: parents, families, parent, career, resentment[/INST] <p>There are many individuals across the globe who will tell you that money isn’t everything in life. They will insist that job satisfaction is way more important. Besides money there are so many other things which influence a person’s career choice. Of all the many things that people need to take into consideration when choosing a career, three of the most important things include the influence of family, gender and even parents. Given here are some of the chief factors that influence an individual’s career choice.</p> <ol> <li>The salary which the career offers</li> <li>The demand for people of that career</li> <li>The possibility for growth in the coming years</li> <li>The educational qualifications required for the job</li> <li>The individual’s personal likes and dislikes</li> <li>Your skills and abilities</li> </ol> <p>Whether consciously or unconsciously, our family or our family situation in general, does play a major role as far as our career related choices are concerned. For many individuals across the globe, they are made to pick a field, simply on the basis of how much money they need to make two ends meet on the family front. It often happens that many individuals who desire to choose unconventional career fields like photography, dancing, singing, painting or even writing might be unable to follow their dreams because they know that such career lines do not always pay well. At such a time they rather focus their energies choosing a field which will enable them to provide for their family.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How intensive is the study towards becoming a Social Worker or CYW in the education industry? I was just curious as one of my options were to go into social work. I found social work to be an opportunity to help children in today's society, especially with the amount of mental health issues rising. I know that social work requires a lot of placement in order to gain experience. I believe that social work is based on many interpersonal skills, but how much schooling is needed? Is this a job that will rise in the industry as we grow as society? #education #social-work Keywords: schooling, social, education, interpersonal, study[/INST] <p>Hi, I noticed you are in Canada and I am not certain what most geographical areas require in Canada, but in the U.S. in doing my own research, I learned that to truly be called a Social worker you must earn an MSW (Master of Social Work). There are BSW programs which may allow you to study social work at the undergraduate level. You could probably even get into certain types of case management and helping people, but to earn a license (LCSW), you must earn an MSW and for the licensing part, take a state test. </p> <p>If anyone out here has a different answer, please advise.</p> <p>Best of wishes!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What school do I need to do to become a soccer player/doctor? i am asking this question, because i would like to become a doctor or soccer player when i grow up. [P.S. This question was edited by a site admin for grammar and clarity.] #college #doctor #healthcare #health #soccer #athlete #sports Keywords: soccer, sports, college, athlete, doctor[/INST] <p>Lol I love the p.s.</p><p><br></p><p>So far with schools that have a decent program in both is tough to find but Texas A&amp;M have a really good soccer program and a decently good medical program. </p><p><br></p><p>Good luck!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] what careers do people with majors in environmental science usually go into? I want to see what my opportunities would be if I majored in environmental science in college. #science #environmental-science #earth-science #environmentalism #nature-enthusiast Keywords: environmental, majors, environmentalism, careers, college[/INST] <p>There are not a lot of great options for an Env. Science degree. Consulting work is one of the main ones, but that work depends on the regulatory environment (companies do not typically hire env. consultants unless they need to adapt business practices to maintain environmental compliance). Similarly, a lot of env. science degree holders go into government working for a state's Dept. of Ecology or Dept. of Environment or whatever they call it locally. At the national level, the EPA hires env. scientists. </p> <p>However, my hunch is that with the current make-up of the government, and it's right-ward shift with emphasis on less environmental regulation, there will be fewer and fewer jobs in the short term. That might change in a decade or so, once the environmental costs of this strategy are felt by more and more people. </p> <p>I'm sorry this isn't a very rosy outlook. In my opinion you are better off, <em>far</em> better off, getting a pure science degree (e.g., chemistry, biology, etc.) than a derivative degree (at least at the undergraduate level). You have far more career options that way and having a B.S. in Chemistry does not prevent you from getting a job working as an environmental chemist. However, having an env. science degree is a big obstacle if the only jobs available are for "analytical chemist" and not env. science. </p> </s>

<s> [INST] How many additional years of schooling does one have to undergo to become a Pharmacist? I am considering becoming a Pharmacist and would like to know how many years are required of me to attend school following my obtainment of a Bachelor's degree. #biology #pharmacy #pharmacists #clinical-pharmacy #retail-pharmacy #pharmacy-technicians Keywords: pharmacists, pharmacist, pharmacy, schooling, degree[/INST] <p>The field of pharmacy is getting really competitive. I would recommend getting a Bachelor's in a field like Biochem. Then go on to get your PharmD. So it should take about a total of 8 years if you finish a BS in 4 years, then another 4 years for a PharmD. But if you look at job sites like LinkedIn jobs or Indeed, most places will require at minimum a post-grad 1 year residency after the PharmD (a.k.a PGY1). </p> </s>

<s> [INST] Do many students work on or off campus in collge? How easy is it to find a part-time job? I am asking this question because I am considering working while on campus. Although I have been told it is a very strenuous thing to do whether on or off campus, i would still like some professional input as well. #work #college-jobs #campus Keywords: campus, collge, college, students, jobs[/INST] <p>Thank you for your question. It is very easy to find work on campus. Colleges and Universities have student jobs and programs that are accessible to all students looking for employment. If you would like to work off campus, many students choose to do the same because the pay is slightly higher off campus. It is a matter of choice. You can usually find open positions on you college website in the employment or career section. Hope this helps.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Would a Biomedical Engineer recommend getting a Biomedical Eng. degree or get a Mechanical engineer degree and move laterally to the biomedical field? Considering Both options as I get apply to engineering programs. #engineering #mechanical-engineering #biomedical-engineering #engineers Keywords: biomedical, engineering, engineer, engineers, eng[/INST] Mohamed, Sounds like you saw that your school offers several kinds of engineering degrees that you could sign up for right away. If you know exactly what you want to do then picking one now is fine. If you’re not sure now, I recommend ME to start. Many engineering degrees have pretty much the same curriculum for the first two years, so that will give you little more time to decide. If you later choose biomed then you can switch over and almost all your credits will follow you. But if you decide not to switch, you’re already on track for ME. In your question you ask about moving laterally from ME to biomed. If you mean graduating in ME and immediately start looking for biomed work, I would not recommend that because you would have no directly applicable biomed classes or projects or experience. If you decide late in school that you want to do biomed, then work with your advisors and select the best path for you: finish ME and add one or two extracurricular biomed classes and some projects or small research activities, finish ME and add another year or so for a double major, or add another two years or so for a Masters in biomed. Good luck. </s>

<s> [INST] What is the proper way to dress for an interview? I have had quite a few interviews in the past where I always wore a nice polo collard shirt, dress pants, and dress shoes. It was never anything different. However, now that I am graduating and taking on a "real professional" interview I guess we should say, do I need to change up my attire? Do I now wear a suit and tie for every interview I get the privilege to attend? To my expectations the answer is yes, but I would just like to know from your point of view. #career #interviews #dress-for-success Keywords: dress, attire, wear, suit, interviews[/INST] <p>Mitchell, </p> <p>I am going to answer this for you and for others who might also have this question.</p> <p>I have interviewed and seen dozens if not hundreds of applicants for professional level positions. In nearly every case, "over-dressed" has never been a bad thing. Women who have light accentuating non-overpowering makeup while wearing smart conservative attire and men who wear a suit with tie generally are received better. It's the respect that one gets when looking your best. </p> <p>Not everybody in the office knows what position you are applying for. When you wear a suit or smart business attire, people within the office tend to err on the side of caution. Who knows? You might be applying to be their boss. That respect which begins with the receptionist and carries forward through all the people who observe you gives you a sense of being there. Intending the pun, you mean business. </p> <p>From the interviewer's perspective - especially a first interview - it means that you are demonstrating a regard for the company. I've been to an interview where the recruiter told me to dress casual. Jeans and t-shirts for a tech company. I was told "put on a polo" and I'd "be fine". I went in wearing a suit. I stood straighter. I held eye contact longer. I felt stronger knowing that I looked good. More prepared. Tighter. Nailed the job easily. Later, my manager said that I stood out from the crowd of the casually dressed interviewees. </p> <p>Now, there is a caveat that I want to express. Considering the above, you have to wear what feels professional AND comfortable. If you have a three year old sport coat or smart skirt that almost still fits, lose it. You can't be squirming in your seat or popping buttons. Ask a successful friend how you look three days before the big interview. Model. Sit down. Stand. Walk. Look professional? Comfortable? You found your outfit. Put it away. Make sure the shoes are right (and polished if necessary). Figure out any accessories. Watch? Earrings? Everything needs to be picked out 2 days before. NEVER. Repeat NEVER the day of. </p> <p>Another important part of your appearance is hair. It never hurts to have a trim a few days before. This isn't the time to make a radical change, but a little touch up will go a long way. </p> <p>Good Luck, Mitchell! </p> </s>

<s> [INST] Medical biochemistry vs clinical pathology Hi. Recently I was searching information about medical residencies and I found out that laboratory medicine has some kind of two "similar" specialties. So, my question is: what are the main differences between a physician with a specialty in medical biochemistry and another one with clinical pathology? The first one will be doing 5 years of training focusing only on medical biochemistry and the second one will get an overall training within all the different laboratory fields (biochem., microbio., haemathology, etc.). Which one is better in terms of "skills" for a "laboratory physician"? Does the clinical pathologist having the same knowledge in biochemistry than the medical biochemist physician? Thank you! #medicine #biochemistry #pathologist #healthcare #physician Keywords: physician, pathology, clinical, biochemistry, pathologist[/INST] Biochemists and biophysicists play a key role in developing new medicines to fight diseases such as cancer. Biochemists and biophysicists study the chemical and physical principles of living things and of biological processes, such as cell development, growth, heredity, and disease. A pathologist is a physician who studies body fluids and tissues, helps your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your health or any medical problems you have, and uses laboratory tests to monitor the health of patients with chronic conditions. However if you are interested in working as a Surgical Pathologist , You would perform Bone Marrow procedures, review CT samples that are collected during surgery. Also Frozen samples are evaluated as the patient is in surgery so the doctor knows if all the cancer was removed or what needs to be done. The Surgical Pathologists that work in a hospital setting are located in the Laboratory and are responsible for reviewing laboratory policy changes. Pathologists work with all lab personal and with physicians throughout the hospital. In some cases they have done autopsies. Pathologists requires more schooling than a Bio Chemist. </s>

<s> [INST] Should I get a job while I’m in high school? All of my friends are getting jobs while I’m just sitting here jobless. I always use the excuse that I don’t think I would be able to handle it but their counter it always that it is good to have work experience before you go to college. #work #job Keywords: jobs, jobless, work, job, college[/INST] Hi! As long as your school work/grades come first, a job is a good idea and can set you apart from the crowd. In addition, you learn time management and many other skills, depending on the job you do. There are many employers who offer flexible schedules. Once you have one job it's much easier to get a second. Your supervisor may even be someone who writes a letter of recommendation for a scholarship or college application. With some persistence, you may even be able to find a job that puts you in a position to find a mentor in a field you would like to pursue in college. At the very least you will develop new confidence and earn some cash for college. </s>

<s> [INST] I am pursuing a career as a Physicans Assistant, but I am an introvert. Is anyone out there in the same boat? Did you find your introversion to be an asset or a impediment? I honestly think that PA is the right career for me, and I have discussed my concerns about how long periods of time interacting with people drains me with a current PA. She is very introverted as well, and has found it to be an asset. I was hoping for a few other opinions, as well as differing strategies for dealing with the strain. Thank you! #medicine #healthcare Keywords: introversion, introverted, introvert, pa, assistant[/INST] <p>Hello, </p> <p>I am an introvert as well, but I'm also in healthcare. You have to practice gettinv people skills either through instructing, or mentoring. I volunteer to teach so that I can get over my introverted behavior. But the downside is that once I'm home I keep to myself to get my energy back. Remember PA are healthcare providers you will be talking to people and you want them to feel warm and comfortable enough around you to tell you their medical hx </p> </s>

<s> [INST] What to choose I studying grade 12 and my class will end in 2 month .I have taken PCB as major and math as my extra subject and have interest in engineering related to airlines .So i want to know how many engineering field are available in airlines sector and can I study the one which I like.I also wants to know how should I prepare after my 12 to study them? #airline-industry #aerospace-engineering #aeronautics Keywords: engineering, airlines, aerospace, aeronautics, airline[/INST] <p>It seems you are interested in electrical stuff. Electrical engineers are needed by the aviation industry. Mechanical engineers are needed too. However, aerospace engineering is the program designed for the aerospace industry. What to go with depends on your strengths and what you enjoy most.</p> <p>Regarding preparation, concentrate on math and physics. These are the essentials when it comes to engineering.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What kind of careers can I get in the technology field? I am in 9th grade and I have a tech class that I like a lot. I was thinking about careers and wanted to know what kind of careers there are in that field. I am good with computers and I have 8 Microsoft certifications. #technology #tech Keywords: tech, careers, technology, computers, certifications[/INST] <p>Good job on the certifications! </p> <p>There are so many different things you can get into within the IT field. I will give you just a few areas:1) Project Management: This is the area of technology that tends to encompass all things related to creating new applications, such as development and testing, deployment and maintenance,2) Network Administration: This area deals with the infrastructures and maintenance of computer systems and services within a company/organization. Sometimes this also includes data security (protection from hacking/viruses,etc.) and sometimes security is a separate entity,3) Physical Security: Security systems of buildings and places(logins, logouts, etc.),4) Digital media/Emerging technologies 5) Telecommunications.</p> <p>These are just a few areas you can explore. Each area has dozens of jobs avialable under them. This is a very general list. There are other area categories as well depending on the nature of the business (i. e. health care, fininancial, IT consulting). I would say your best bet would be to at least find an area you enjoy and explore it in and out to find what works best for you.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Are there any "universal majors"? After years of exploring different career options, it seems like my list is getting longer, not shorter. Are there any majors that I can take in college that really can be applied to many different fields of work? For example, I know a major in Economics can help get you a job in politics. #college #college-major #jobs #university #college-majors #college-minor #occupation Keywords: majors, major, college, university, career[/INST] <p>There aren't any "universal" majors that I'm aware of, and that's what I wanted to do when I was looking at schools. With so many choices and personal interests, how could I decide?</p> <p>There are two options that I can think of. The first is to go to a school that has a liberal arts focus. What this means is that you'll be able to take classes in numerous fields and get a taste for what's out there. This a great way to learn about the world and what's available to study. The downside to this is that liberal arts degrees don't carry as much weight as some of the more specialized fields, when it comes time to get a job. As this is an important consideration, given that a big goal of school is preparing you for the job market, I don't highly recommend this course of action.</p> <p>The second is to pick a major that you find interesting and go with it! Most majors can be used as a basis for moving into a lot of other careers. Take for example biology. While you can use a biology degree as a basis for going to medical school, you can also use it to go into research, or as an advisor to politicians who need to make bio-related policy changes, or as an attorney focusing on legal issues in the medical fields, or as a financial analyst for biotechnology companies, or tons of other things not related to biology at all.</p> <p>Some of the great benefits of college are that you get a chance to be exposed to new ideas, meet new people, and develop critical analysis skills. These skills, if used properly can be translated into most career paths.</p> <p>And there's nothing saying you can't switch careers down the line or go back to school later.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What is the best way to tackle the SAT? I'm a sophomore in high school and I started preparing for the SAT. Would it benefit me to start this early or is it not early at all? What studying strategies would you recommend? Thanks! #time-management #testing #sat #test #test-management #test-strategy Keywords: sat, studying, preparing, early, sophomore[/INST] <p>STUDY. STUDY. STUDY. Study early and often. Buy the books and invest in an SAT course. Letsgetready.org has free sat courses in certain regions. Also, create a plan for yourself and map out how much time you need to study. You also need to manage your time and designate specific study-times for yourself and be disciplined.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Why is Obstetrician/Gynecologist a combined profession? Why isn't it two separate careers? I am interested in the field of Obstetrician/Gynecologist and I would like to know why these two professions aren't two separate careers. As an Obstetrician you usually work in a hospital to deliver babies and as a Gynecologist you usually work in a clinic, why are the two professions combined? #doctor #obstetrics #science #medical #hospital-and-health-care #medicine Keywords: obstetrics, obstetrician, gynecologist, professions, medical[/INST] OB docs are ones who care for moms and babies until they are born when a pediatrician takes over the care of the baby. Gyn docs provide for women's health. Annual pap/breast exams, cancer surgeries of ovaries or uterus. Often OB/GYN's practice both professions together, however the OB malpractice insurance has escalated more than any other specialty I can think of. If there is a bad outcome, an OB doc can lose both patients-mom and baby. When one practices GYN only, there is a benefit of reduced naloractice insurance. Sometimes one may practice separately due to preference only. An OB doc is akways on call and at hospital at all hours. GYN's can be much more predictable with office hours and scheduled surgeries. </s>

<s> [INST] What would be a good way to start my career on mechanical/civil engineering ? <p>I am asking this question because id like to know where to start and make sure i'm on track.</p> Keywords: engineering, start, mechanical, career, civil[/INST] <p>Take as many classes as you can in math and physics while you are in highschool.</p> <p>Good luck :)</p> </s>

<s> [INST] During Med-school, did you ever feel that you were not going to make it and ever be able to pass and become a doctor? I really want to be a doctor, or something in the medical field higher than an CNA, and I just want to know that although it is hard, it is not impossible. #doctor #physical-therapy Keywords: cna, medical, med, doctor, physical[/INST] <p>I went to school for physical therapy. I did not believe I could do it. I solved that this way: I pretended to myself that I thought I could do it and behaved as though I thought I could. You don't have to do it the way I did, find your own way. I got all the help I could. I didn't allow myself to think about anything negative about the schooling or myself. I told to myself, "keep your eye on the prize," and did my best. </p> <p>You don't have to be brilliant to graduate from school or become a doctor. Look at people who have done it and see who they are and what they are doing. Be persistent, pay attention, keep your eye on the prize, don't let anyone stop you from pursuing your goal. Seek out people who can support you. You will have hard times, failures, successes, ok times, it is about living through it to get to what you want. Commit yourself to what you want and do your best. Becoming who you want to be is not impossible, it is just really hard work. Best of luck.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How can you improve your Commercial Awareness? I am a second year law undergraduate, currently applying for Vacation schemes and summer placements. Everyone talks about commercial awareness for interviews and applications to huge law firms, but its hard to properly grasp the concept. #law #legal #legal-studies #work-experience #commercial #llb #commercial-awareness #law-student Keywords: awareness, commercial, law, interviews, applying[/INST] <p>There are a number of things you can do to improve your commercial awareness:</p> <p>Read the business pages of newspapers, and general interest economic magazines such as The Economist, readily available online. These will give you a good grounding in the general financial and economic situation in the world. If you’re looking for work in a particular sector, you should also read the specialist press for that sector. See our page: Critical Reading for ideas on how you can make your reading more effective.</p> <p>Think about what you’ve learned from any job or work experience that you’ve ever had. Think about the organisation you worked in, and consider what you know about its customers, its sector and the broader environment in which it operates (and here, it can be helpful to think about political, economic, social and technological aspects separately), its competitors and anything else you can think of about the way it operates and why it is successful or not. Reflect on what you think can be generalised, and what you think might be sector- or company-specific. See if that fits with other companies that you know about. See? You’re already becoming commercially aware.</p> <p>Brush up on your basic skills, especially your numeracy and, if possible, statistics. There’s very little more embarrassing than being presented with a graph in an interview and wondering which way up it goes. And percentages. What exactly is a percentage increase? Take a look at our Numeracy Skills pages, including Percentages and Percentage Change to see. Take on voluntary roles that will help improve your commercial awareness. For example, does a local club need someone to take on a project? Does your children’s school PTA or similar group need a treasurer? Roles like this will increase your understanding of how organisations find or make money, and how they judge how well it is being used.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What do you have to do in order to be a professional football player? im asking this question because right now my favorite thing to do is play football and I don't think that that will change in a couple years #football #nfl Keywords: nfl, football, play, professional, player[/INST] <p>The most important thing to figure out is what do you want to do when you can no longer play your desired sport.<br> Too many players have their career ended too soon due to injuries. You owe it to yourself to get a good education to insure that you will be able to support yourself and properly manage your money during and after your sports career. You need to look first at career fit beyond sports. Go to your school counselor and arrange to take interest and aptitude test to determine a good career fit. Talk to people in the career area to get good information. Study hard, you might also be able to get an academic scholarship. Choose a good school not only based upon their sports team, but also on their rating in your career area. Send thank you notes to all who help you. I will be interested in helping more in the future if I can. Good Luck!!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What is the difference between a B.A. and a B.S.? What's the difference and does it matter when choosing a career? #college #college-major #minor #college-minor #major #majors #bachelorsdegree #science #art #higher-education #career #jobs #college-selection #college-advice #college-bound #degrees #changing-careers #career-path #career-planning #career-counseling #career-development #career-choice Keywords: careers, career, majors, college, bachelorsdegree[/INST] <p>Hi Mireia, all answers this far are good ones and accurate. I see from your other questions you’re considering a career in health care professions. For you, a B.S. may prepare you more thoroughly than a B.A., if the college you’re attending offers a choice. More science, anatomy, chemistry, and biology courses may appear in the B.S. curricula. Or, better yet, explore a pre-dental or pre-med track with your admissions counselors with whom you’re already corresponding. </p> </s>

<s> [INST] how do you become a nurse through community college? I want to be a nurse but i dont want to go to a big college and be in school for decades. #nurse #nursing-education Keywords: nursing, nurse, college, community, education[/INST] <p>Dear Taea, There are many schools who have nursing programs- some offer an associates degree, others a bachelor's degree. If you go to school full time to get an associate's degree it takes about 2 years- When you complete this, you will have an AD or Associate's Degree. Some hospitals do not hire nurses without a BSN or Bachelor's of Science in Nursing- degree. This is because there is a status called "Magnet" status that hospitals pursue to show their advanced work. It may be important to decide what type of nursing you like before you get your bachelor's degree. If you work in an office, or hospital that doesn't require a BSN, you can be out and working much faster. I know many nurses who had their AD and went back to school while working to finish their BSN. I have been a nurse for 29 years and just got my BSN last year because it wasn't required when I first started. If you like to work with people and enjoy science- Nursing is a GREAT career! I wish you the best in your future pursuit- Good luck! Teresa</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What are some ways to prepare for my final semester at college? I have one final semester to go at my current school in order to get my Bachelor's Degree. Are there any steps I should take during this final semester? Should I join any clubs or get involved with any other school activities? And if so, do those ultimately affect my career search after I graduate? #college #college-student #student-clubs Keywords: semester, college, bachelor, clubs, student[/INST] <p>Hi Amanda!</p> <p>You are asking a very important question!</p> <p>The most important thing that you can start doing (if you are not already doing it) is to network. 70 - 80% of people who get jobs get them from networking: Here are some suggestions: http://www.wikihow.com/Network https://www.themuse.com/advice/everyone-feels-awkward-5-more-networking-truths-thatll-make-it-so-much-easier https://www.themuse.com/advice/2-little-words-that-will-up-your-networking-game</p> <p>Places where you might benefit by using networking: - contact the head of alumni relations and arrange to talk to people that graduated from you school in your area of interest so that you can talk to them to see what they are doing and how they got there and how you feel about what they are doing. - talk to you favorite professors to arrange to talk with people that they know from whom you could gain valuable information. - talk to the reference librarian at your library or talk to you favorite professors to learn about professional organization to which people in your career interest area might belong so that you could go to meetings and mix and mingle. - talk to the appropriate people at your school to identify intern, coop, shadowing, and volunteer programs in which you could participate so that you could mix and mingle and learn about the inside of your career area of interest. - let everyone that you meet that you are interested in further exploring you area of interest and find new people with whom you can network</p> <p>Networking will allow you to gain valuable knowledge about the inside view of your career area of interest and make relationships that will benefit you throughout your life. </p> <p>Remember - a job and career area might look one way on the outside and another from the inside.</p> <p>Best of luck! Please keep me informed. I would like to follow your progress.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Tips for a student abroad! I am a college student abroad here in the United States; I am wondering what are the general tips that could help me to have a successful college experience? #college #college-major #student #study-abroad Keywords: tips, abroad, college, study, student[/INST] <p>Hi, </p> <p>Wish you the best while you are studying abroad.</p> <p>Studying abroad can be a fun and safe experience but it is important to realize that you are subject to the laws and customs of another country.</p> <p>Make sure you have a signed, valid passport and visa, if required. Also, before you go, fill in the emergency information page of your passport!</p> <p>Read the Consular Information Sheets (and Public Announcements or Travel Warnings, if applicable) for the countries you plan to visit.</p> <p>Leave copies of your itinerary, passport data page and visas with family or friends at home, so that you can be contacted in case of an emergency. Keep your host program informed of your whereabouts.</p> <p>Make sure you have insurance that will cover your emergency medical needs (including medical evacuation) while you are overseas.</p> <p>Familiarize yourself with local laws and customs of the countries to which you are traveling. Remember, while in a foreign country, you are subject to its laws!</p> <p>Do not leave your luggage unattended in public areas and never accept packages from strangers.</p> <p>While abroad, avoid using illicit drugs or drinking excessive amounts of alcoholic beverages, and associating with people who do.</p> <p>Do not become a target for thieves by wearing conspicuous clothing and expensive jewelry and do not carry excessive amounts of cash or unnecessary credit cards.</p> <p>Deal only with authorized agents when you exchange money to avoid violating local laws.</p> <p>When overseas, avoid demonstrations and other situations that may become unruly or where anti-American sentiments may be expressed.</p> <p>Stay focused on what you are there for and continue to do well in studies.</p> <p>All the best!</p> <p>Regards, Archana Jain</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Is the effort you put into your work worth it at the end of the day? Why? I'm asking because Ive always wondered if the workers behind the digital computer screen enjoy their job for a specific purpose. #computer-engineering Keywords: effort, work, engineering, job, computer[/INST] <p>It's worth it if the work you do behind that screen has meaning to you. I create healthcare technology products to improve the experiences of doctors and patients, and that specific contribution to the common good makes the work worth it, whether it's done in front of a screen, on the road doing research or collaborating with a team.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] what is the most inspired course you have taken? As a high school student, you suppose to take many classes as you want. But there are some courses that will be your favorite and determine your career path. So I want to ask many students about their stories, which we can share many variety information and come up with a better answer for ourselves about career path. #computer-software #science #biology #healthcare #marketing #mathematics #foreign-languages #genetics Keywords: courses, stories, career, inspired, school[/INST] <p>Truthfully, it was my teachers more than my classes that inspired me. If you find a teacher that you like and learn from, take as many courses as you can from him/her.</p><p><br></p><p>In my school career, though, two courses stand out: Database Design Principles and Software Application Development. In Database Design, I learned the theory behind designing good databases and how to "normalize" them. It didn't deal much with SQL or any specific vendor's database, but rather what makes an efficient database design.</p><p><br></p><p>Software Application Development was a practical class in which we came up with a program concept and wrote the program. The only criteria were we had to put at least 80 hours into the project, and it should compile and run (even if unfinished.) Making a full-fledged, "customer-ready" program taught me so much more than the little command-line programming exercises we'd often do in class.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Does it cost money to become a player in the NFL? Do you need to pay to be in the NFL? If so, who would you be paying? Taxi drivers have to buy a license to drive, and then they get to earn money -- is that how it works in the NFL or do the players get paid to play without having to pay anything back? [This question was edited by an admin to increase clarity] #sports-management Keywords: nfl, pay, paying, sports, players[/INST] <p>No, it does not cost money to be in the NFL. The NFL drafts its players, mostly successful college athletes, and agree to a contract of payment to the athlete upon drafting. Players who violate the terms of their contract or NFL rules may have to pay penalties and fines. However, the player has to pay income tax like everyone else!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How can students start up an organization? I am planning to make an organization where people can support online learning, like Khan Academy, edX, and Coursera. I already have a plan of how to make a website and stuff, but I don't know if this is an organization, company, or charity. This plan also involves donating money. Right now I just don't know how to make this plan into a reality. I don't know where I should start. #online-learning #start-ups #self-starter Keywords: organization, charity, start, donating, students[/INST] <p>Dear Joy,</p> <p>I am going to respectfully disagree with the previous answer a bit, as there is huge value in online learning as it can open doors to people who normally might not have an opportunity to learn. This is not to say that human interaction is not important - ideally there is a blend of online and F2F. For example, I am currently in a graduate program which is mostly online but we had a 1 week on campus residency last summer for the face-to-face interaction.</p> <p>Anyway, I think the key will be to differentiate yourself. The organizations that you mention already do this quite well - so what will be the thing that makes you stand out? Perhaps you can find people who have done this so you can talk to them about how to get started. Also, is there an opportunity for you to teach an online course on one of these platforms so you get a feel for the process and experience?</p> <p>I hope that this is helpful and am eager to follow your progress as well.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What are the different careers in the medical field? I'm kind of interested in the medical field, but I am unsure about the different types of jobs in medical field. I want to know the different types of nurses/doctors or other medical related positions and what each position does. #doctor #nursing #medical #nurse Keywords: nurses, medical, doctors, nurse, nursing[/INST] <p>Medical fields are numerous and depend on your interests, educational goals and abilities. You can become a doctor which takes four years of college, four years of medical school and a residency in the field you choose. You can become a nurse which can be done as a four year college program or through a community college program. You can go into various medical tech fields either as a medical assistant, a surgical assistant, an ultrasonographer, a phlebotomist (drawing blood), an xray technician, or other ancillary medical personnel. You can become a pharmacist which requires four years of college and several years of a pharmacy PhD program. Or a Physical Therapist which also requires post college work.<br> There are also many health related fields such as hospital administration, drug sales, drug development and others. If you are interested in medicine then you should decide on your career path in terms of whether you want to do a four year college and post graduate work or whether you want to go into a medical tech position and go to community college or a specialized training program</p> </s>

<s> [INST] A.A in Journalism, B.A in Comm? Hello, I am currently completing my general education classes in city college and I was planning to take additional classes to complete the Communications program as well, however, I've always had an interest for writing. My ultimate career goal is to work in editing. I have done my research and know that I can get the job I want with a Comm degree but would it be wise to get my A.A with transfer on journalism? Will it be worth it? Is there anything I would have to keep in mind since it is going to take more time to transfer if I take the additional courses for this program? I am just looking for guidance/orientation on this. Thank you! #journalism #communications Keywords: journalism, writing, courses, degree, transfer[/INST] Definitely get a BA - you're not just getting a college degree to get a job, but also to create a lifetime network of people you will mingle with. You also get a ton of social skills as you stumble through new situations as a college student that you just can't get anywhere else. It's a safe space for growing up and figuring out people. As far as major is concerned - just pick something with a lot of writing. And take something for journalistic and social media style writing. But focus on the basics. Being able to write good stories is a timeless skill. Knowing how to write a Tweet is trendy. My majors are in government and women's studies. I know more about analyze an audience than anyone I know because of my majors - both are about putting yourself in someone else's shoes. one to convince them to vote with you, another to convince others to be more sensitive. You don't get that in a Communications degree to that level. Especially since I enjoyed my classes so much! Good communications people are interested in everything and know how to ask questions until they understand well enough to explain it to someone else. Even better if they can get into good storytelling. Focus there! </s>

<s> [INST] What is the best technology major to choose in order to get a job at a big tech company like Apple, or Google. I am a High School senior, and I have a passion for technology, but I do not want to major in computer science due to the intense amount of math. What other majors are available in order to still get a job at a major tech company. #technology #career-path #majors #google #apple Keywords: tech, majors, major, apple, technology[/INST] <p>Big tech companies hire everybody because they operate like little mini-cities. Do you think you know what you want to do at a big tech company? You don't need to have a 'technology major' like CS/EE to work at one unless you want to be involved in creating the technology. So if you don't want to be an engineer or developer, you could go into sales or marketing, customer support, product marketing, product management, etc. The requirements around specific majors are less rigid in those fields so you would have more choice. The more important things would be a strong GPA and a demonstration of leadership in extracurricular activities in college.</p> <p>Regarding the math, I would offer up that many jobs at large tech companies typically rely on your ability to analyze and interpret data, form an opinion and to make a recommendation based off your insights. Math plays a role in all that and while you're not necessarily doing differential equations, a solid ability to use algebraic concepts to solve problems is very important.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What is the transfer process like for a community college student to becoming an University student? I am currently a student at Riverside City College, and I am planning to transfer to a University in the next few years. I wanted to know what the transfer process entails for not only out of state schools, but also California Universities as well. #school-counselor #education-counselor Keywords: college, transfer, university, universities, counselor[/INST] <p>That's a great question. It will depend a lot on your community college and on the university (or universities) you want to attend. My job is to assist students in transferring from community college to a four-year school, and I was a transfer student myself many years ago, so be prepared. I have a lot to say on the topic.</p> <p>Let's start with WHEN you transfer. The answer will be largely up to you, but here are the factors you need to consider:</p> <p>1) If you transfer with few enough credits (generally under 24 to 30 credits), then you won't be considered a transfer student. You'll be considered as a high school student who happens to have some college credit. By that, I mean that the college or university you want to transfer to may want to see your high school transcripts, SAT or ACT scores, and other indicators. They'll want to see these because you won't have sufficient college coursework by which to make a decision. So bear that in mind.</p> <p>2) If you want to be considered a transfer student, aim for at least 24 to 30 credits at the community college. At a full-time course load, that's about two to three semesters. (Twelve credits per semester is the minimum for full time, and 15 is pretty standard for someone who isn't also working.) Now, the key to transferring at this stage will be GPA. Your GPA doesn't carry over from high school, and if you're considered a transfer student, your transfer school will likely only be interested in seeing your community college transcript. This is an opportunity to hit "reset" and make a good first impression.</p> <p>The thing to remember, at this stage, is that admission to your transfer school is competitive. Extracurricular activities, a good entrance essay, and all of that will help, but nothing beats a good, solid GPA. Trust me on this one. I speak from personal experience as both a (lackluster) undergraduate student and (much better) student services professional. Start off strong AND STAY THERE. It's infinitely easier to do what you need to do to succeed in the first place than it is to get yourself into academic trouble in community college and then try to dig out in time to transfer. Use whatever resources you need to use to get off on the right foot, then keep it up. This is an investment in your future happiness.</p> <p>Really, what you're buying yourself here is choice. A strong GPA in community college means you have choices about when and where you transfer.</p> <p>3) Your other option is to stay at the community college and earn an associate's degree. This is probably what most students do nowadays. (I transferred after a year and a half, without a degree, but that was 1989 and things have changed a bit since then.) There are a few advantages to doing things this way, but I'm not necessarily steering you specifically in that direction. I'll tell you why shortly, but ultimately there's no wrong decision.</p> <p>Many community colleges now have agreements with local colleges and universities. They may be called things like "memoranda of understanding," "articulation agreements," or "guaranteed admission agreements." They aren't all the same thing, but the point is that you start to research what Riverside has, with whom, and what precisely those agreements say. Careful reading will be step 1, but the community college advisors should be able to help with this as well.</p> <p>Ideally, there will be a guaranteed admission agreement (GAA). These are agreements between the community college and the universities/colleges that state that, if a student earns a transferable associate's degree and attains a certain GPA, they are guaranteed admission to the university/college. No guess work. No competitive application process. You graduate from community college with the right GPA and a transferable degree, and you're in. The specific GPA requirements depend on the school (and sometimes the individual program or major). Some schools are more competitive than others, so even if you're not part of the competitive process, the baseline GPA requirement will be higher.</p> <p>Word of warning: DON'T aim for that baseline GPA. I have students ask me all the time "what do I need to earn this semester to get guaranteed admission?" That question is backward. Earn the highest grades you can earn. If you fall short of a 4.0, that's fine, but if you're aiming for a 2.75 and fall short of that, then all of a sudden, you're looking at either an alternate transfer school or another semester at the community college trying to repair your GPA.</p> <p>Even if the target university/college doesn't have any sort of agreement with your community college, there are still some advantages to earning an associate's degree before transferring. First, there's cost. Typically, community college tuition is going to be somewhere in the neighborhood of a third the price of a public, in-state university. Out-of-state and private rates are even higher. So the more courses you do at the community college, the more tuition money you're saving. The other advantage is that, if you transfer with an associate's degree, your general education requirements will be waived at the four-year school. That means that you'll be concentrating on the major-specific courses when you transfer. It also means that, even if you didn't take precisely the history course (for example) that the university suggests, it will be fine. That history course was part of your general education requirements and, as such, is satisfied.</p> <p>So remember how I said that there are some reasons NOT to earn your associate's (or not necessarily anyway)? Here are two things to think about:</p> <p>1) If you're receiving Federal financial aid, you need to know that there's a limit to the number of semesters for which you can receive the Pell grant (the most common form of Federal financial aid). So the more semesters you use Pell at the community college, the fewer semesters you'll have Pell at the four-year school. Pell money will go further at the community college, because the overall expense is lower. That said, you may want more help paying for the university for the same reason.</p> <p>2) Community college life is different from four-year school life. For one thing, community colleges are most often (though not always) commuter schools. They don't typically have people living on campus, so there's this significant part of the college experience that isn't happening. That has implications for things like campus activities, independent living skills, and so on. If those things are a big priority for you, then that's something else to consider. So the balancing act is between experiential and financial priorities.</p> <p>Does that make sense? Does it answer your question? If not, feel free to let me know, and I'll try and answer specific questions. </p> </s>

<s> [INST] What is your best advice on how to stay motivated and sucessfull in your first years in college? I will begin my freshman year of college this coming fall and I will be staying on campus. It's my first time away from home and I'm worried about getting lazy or procrastinating causing my grades to suffer. What's your best advice on how to stay on track while college bound? #college-bound #students #college-advice Keywords: procrastinating, motivated, freshman, college, campus[/INST] <p>Hi Veronica,</p><p>I second Loida about setting a goal. Like you, going to college was my first time away from home, and it was really weird for me. I fell into that trap that you're describing (losing motivation), and spent the better part of the end of my freshman year, beginning of my sophomore year, getting myself on the path I wanted to be. So I think setting a goal will be really helpful.</p><p><br></p><p>Also, don't be afraid to go to the library to get work done. It doesn't make you a nerd, or a bookworm. The quietness can really help you focus, and get your homework done. I remember our library also had spots to sit on the main floor, and where a lot of foot traffic was, so on the days I needed some noise, it helped me. Sometimes the dorms are just too loud, and the library is helpful. During the nice weather, try to sit outside and study as well. It will get you out, and you'll feel like you're enjoying the weather, while also accomplishing your academic tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>One final trick to stay motivated -- remember that you're going to college for you. You are taking the time and energy to invest in yourself by doing well. :-)</p> </s>

<s> [INST] 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 seemed as an ideal option for me because I can help others and have a stable income, reality struck me. I researched how many years it takes and how much of one's life must be put into the work to be successful. I don't feel that I am passionate enough to dedicate my life to surgery. Also, I realized how much I don't really enjoy my math and science classes. I always wanted to do something in the writing industry, history, or have a job that allows me to travel/explore. My family is concerned that if I follow my heart, I will not be able to sustain myself. What is more valuable? Can there realistically be both? #career #medicine #career-counseling #career-choice #career-path #travel #career-change #job-search-strategies Keywords: career, surgeon, choosing, travel, cardiothoracic[/INST] <p>Yes, it is possible to follow your heart and be financially secure. My early experience was to hold down a secure job, as a social worker with civil service benefits for a decade, while developing the career I really wanted by freelancing as an editorial photographer on the side. It did take some juggling for a while to do magazine assignments that didn't conflict with my regular work hours, however, but generous vacation benefits permitted annual foreign trips to allow developing a specialty as a travel photographer. I expect it would be easier to do this as a freelance writer, which I have also done occasionally, as the hours to write would be more flexible. </p> <p>As a writer you could incorporate your interest in history and travel while you research your writings. I have several travel writer friends and unfortunately payment for articles and publishing venues are in sharp decline. Nevertheless, there are a few prolific writers who do very well, especially those who think outside the box. I would suggest you study the writers who do full-length books such as Bill Bryson, Simon Winchester, Paul Theroux, and Pico Iyer. Also, alternatively, you might try the direction my sister-in-law, Lynda J. Cox, has taken as the writer of Western romance novels while teaching university classes in creative writing. </p> <p>Many people will tell you to be realistic and settle for security. But without risk there is no reward. Aspire, aim high, and persevere. </p> <p>Cheers.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Do you need to have rental history to buy a house? <p>Rent prices in my area are through the roof, and I feel as though it would be much wiser to invest in property, such as a condo. Is it required to have had your own lease prior to buying a house, or how can you get around it?</p> Keywords: rent, rental, lease, condo, property[/INST] <p>As long as you have good credit, and income capable of supporting the payments, you should be approved. One thing I want to point out. If you are sure you want to reside in that particular city, this is fine. However, if you might relocate, please understand that it is possible to get "upside down" on a loan. This means that the value of the house drops, and you owe more on it than it is worth. For example, some new homes near me are selling for $225,000, but all the rest of the homes in this area are worth $85,000-$125,000, and there is nothing spectacular about the area. I would expect these new homes are actually "worth" $185,000 or so. It depends on housing availability and what people are willing to pay for them. If you buy a house for $225,000, and its value drops to $185,000, you now owe $40,000 more than it is worth. If you sell it, you won't be able to pay off what you owe on the loan, unless you can come up with another $40,000.</p> <p>Although real estate tends to go up in value, and can be a good investment, this is not always the case. It is good that you are considering wiser ways to spend your rent money, but please be careful! And try to have money set aside to cover maintenance and repair costs. This is one step towards getting ahead, financially, as it lets you avoid having to borrow the money and pay interest to the bank.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What degree helps you get a better chance to get a job in nursing? I wanted to know which degree will be more convenient for me to study for to be a registered nurse. #nurisng #registered-nurses #degree #medical Keywords: nursing, degree, nurse, nurses, medical[/INST] <p>Hey Wendy,</p><p><br></p><p>Congratulations on picking nursing as a career you would like to pursue! It's definitely a rewarding career that I believe you will enjoy! Here are some answers I've found for you by Professionals in the industry:</p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://careervillage.org/questions/674/what-steps-do-you-need-to-take-to-become-a-registered-nurse">http://careervillage.org/questions/674/what-steps-do-you-need-to-take-to-become-a-registered-nurse</a></p><p><a href="http://careervillage.org/questions/1083/when-becoming-a-nurse-which-degree-is-better-to-get-first-msn-or-bsn">http://careervillage.org/questions/1083/when-becoming-a-nurse-which-degree-is-better-to-get-first-msn-or-bsn</a></p><p><a href="http://careervillage.org/questions/1016/what-is-the-difference-between-a-certified-nurse-and-nurse-practioner">http://careervillage.org/questions/1016/what-is-the-difference-between-a-certified-nurse-and-nurse-practioner</a></p><p><br></p><p>Hope these are helpful!</p><p>Jordan</p> </s>

<s> [INST] are you able to work if you are pregnant while being a physical therapist? Hey i'm destiny and i was wondering this because Not saying that this will happen but if it was to happen could you work or will you be fired ? #physical-therapist Keywords: pregnant, therapist, fired, work, physical[/INST] <p>Hi Destiny: </p> <p>There are a couple of federal laws that keep employers from discriminating against pregnant workers. Basically, you can't get fired because you're pregnant or could be pregnant. I have seen multiple female physical therapists work through pregnancy. They then usually go on maternity leave for several months.</p> <p>Here is the pregnancy discrimination website on the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, which has more details (https://www.eeoc.gov/laws/types/pregnancy.cfm).</p> <p>Hope that helps!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] who can i improve my hand writing in telugu subject <p>to improve my hand writing in telugu subject</p> Keywords: telugu, hand, writing, improve, subject[/INST] <p>Hi k.A.,</p> <p>Thankyou for your question. I found this video on youtube which demonstrates how to write neatly in Telugu language.</p> <p>Please click on the link below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orSOEB-ZyXw</p> <p>Even though I don’t speak the language myself, I thought you might find it helpful. All the best.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] I want to study arts in travel and tourism. What should I do after X? I am a class 9 student, love travelling. I want to explore the world. #travel #traveling #tourism #touring Keywords: tourism, travel, travelling, traveling, explore[/INST] <p>Hello Mohammed: I like your question because I have traveled to over one hundred countries as a photographer. I would encourage everyone to travel to learn as much as possible about the world and all its interesting people. There are many ways to do this and how you will be able to do it is something you will have to make happen. I'd recommend getting a broad education in many subjects. My favorites were always geography and history, but a financial or business education would serve you well too, especially if you create your own businesses as I have done. One subject I'm sorry I did not study was foreign languages. English will get you by in many places, but understanding another language will help you learn a country's culture in greater depth. I think foreign exchange programs are great too, although I never had this opportunity. Sorry I can't be more specific with my advice, but if you are determined to travel the world, you can make it happen. Cheers.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How did you pay off your college debt ? After you graduated and had amassed a lot of debt, how did you pay it all off? What are some tips and tricks that you believe everyone should know? #college #money #debt Keywords: debt, college, pay, tips, money[/INST] <p>Hi Tiffanie --</p> <p>Try to limit how much you borrow. A lot of times you can be offered more money than needed which is tempting. Be prepared to start paying as soon as you graduate (or no longer a student). Make sure you are including these payments as part of your monthly budget. If you can pay more than the minimum do it. If you are having issues paying communicate with your lender. You might be able to change payment date or reduce payment.</p> <p>Often if you are employed by a 501(c)3 (charitable organization) you might be able to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The same goes for teaching in low-income schools, there is often a break if not a complete forgiveness of the loan.</p> <p>Lastly, there are two programs that might be worth looking into: IBR and PAYE. IBR is Income Base Repayment and PAYE is Pay As You Earn. IBR/IDR (income driven repayment) is for federal loan programs that help keep payments affordable. The PAYE also for federal loans is a withholding tax that treats this tax as advance payments. </p> <p>I wish you the best luck in your student career and future plans.</p> <p>Karen </p> </s>

<s> [INST] What is the most efficient way to choosing what field of law to go into? I have always been resolute in my desire to become a lawyer, since I was a little girl. However, with so many fields to choose from I am conflicted about what is best for me. Does law school help narrow down the choices? Will I learn more about each field? #law #lawyer Keywords: lawyer, law, choosing, fields, field[/INST] <p>Great question! When I went to law school, I really did not know what field of law I wanted to study; I just knew that it was a good education that has broad applications in many different areas. Although law school does help to narrow down the choices because you can take classes in the various fields, knowing a little about the legal profession and what you can do with a law degree can help you determine what law schools you want to apply to, where the best likelihood of getting a job is, etc. There is a lot of information available online, but I did a quick check that describes several legal fields and found this site helpful:</p> <p>https://www.brown.edu/academics/college/advising/law-school/fields-law/fields-law</p> <p>Your college or university will also have a career development office, and that's a good resource that you can use to research jobs and careers. You could also use this office to connect with Alumni in various professions and see if they will do informational interviews so you can ask them about their jobs and how they got there. Don't be shy! People like talking about their experiences and you can learn so much this way. A part-time job or internship is another way to learn about what happens on a day-to-day basis in any given job. It's a great way to learn about what you might want to do, or what you might not be interested in doing for a career. Hope this helps...good luck to you!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How competitive is it when applying for internships at companies such as Google and Apple? I am looking into a computer science major for college and I want to be able to work for a big time company. I don't really have much information about how you apply for these internships and how selective they are. What criteria do these companies look for when picking their interns? #college #computer #technology #internships #tech Keywords: internships, interns, competitive, applying, criteria[/INST] <p>Dear Alec,</p> <p>I can't speak about other companies, but I can say a few things about Google. Internships at Google are really competitive. I don't think that is news. :-) Some things I have heard though:</p> <ul> <li>Preferably apply early. I think next year's postings start appearing in October or earlier. However, balanced with this is that you must be ready to interview shortly after Google receives your application, in case you are selected.</li> <li>There are a lot of information about it here, http://www.google.com/about/careers/students. In the "How to apply" section, there's a link "Learn more about our hiring process". It is advisable to look at that and the videos therein too. It takes some time to prepare for a Google interview, so it is advisable start early. The book "Cracking the Coding Interview" is cited by some applicants as being helpful.</li> <li>It is a definite plus if you have a referral, i.e. someone who could vouch for you such as a professor, in your application.</li> <li>Make sure to put in all your coding experience in your resume, not just the classes. If, for example, you created an app that is widely used, you should put that on your resume! Obviously, good grades from an excellent university help greatly, but are not the only things looked at.</li> <li>If you are a first or second year student, check out the Engineering Practicum Intern. The program is designed for them. The usual intern programs are more for juniors and seniors (or later) with more independence.</li> <li>Limiting oneself to a particular location will greatly decrease the chance of getting a position. </li> </ul> <p>It is an exciting opportunity. (I never did an internship, but I can see what the interns are exposed to.) Best wishes!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What kinds of career options are available to those who study Environmental Science? Should a student choose another minor or emphasis? As a high school senior I am discovering my passion for science and the environment. I want to study hard and earn the grades to attain a successful career, but I don't know the types of jobs to begin preparing for. I would appreciate some advice as to what I should expect when I graduate secondary school and go on to work in the field of my choice! Please help :) #science #environmental-science Keywords: environmental, environment, science, career, jobs[/INST] <p>Good for you! Outstanding choice. Work very hard at school and take all the science and math courses you can including AP courses. Select a college or university that emphasizes environmental science. Look for internships working in the field with environmentalists. Prepare yourself for advanced degrees in your field(s). Build a network of colleagues around the world while doing all this. Start today.</p> <p>When you are ready to embark on your own career path, move to Europe, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa. For the next four years - at least - the political climate in the United States will NOT be conducive to advancing a quality career in environmental science. That means it would hurt to learn at least one other foreign language too. It doesn't matter which one so much as you have one in your bag.</p> <p>Good luck.</p> <p>Vern Turner Marble Falls, TX</p> </s>

<s> [INST] which is the study of flim making? i was intrested in to make a flim #college #doctor #teaching #computer #film #media Keywords: flim, making, study, film, college[/INST] <p>Hi </p> <p>If your innovative and different from others you are good to go with your goal.</p> <p>Complete 12th ( computer science ) and join Visual communication which helps you in handling camera and film culture. Post that do one year course in Film Institute for direction and join as assistant to know director who will teach you further.</p> <p>Before joining the film institute course decide under whom you like to learn the art and approach.</p> <p>Patience/Hard Work/Tolerance are Key to success.</p> <p>ALL THE BEST!!!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] what career will take me places and allow me to have different jobs Im 17 and I don't want to be stuck in one place with one job . I know I can do way more than just one thing. im good at pretty much anything and everything that I put my mind to. does anyone know. I don't know what I want to do or where to look. #career #job #majors #traveling Keywords: career, jobs, traveling, majors, places[/INST] <p>Hi Ski,</p> <p>Great question. I can completely understand your struggle in not knowing what you want to do. I think a great place to start is by searching for volunteer opportunities. You can search for some available opportunities by visiting VolunteerMatch: https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/advanced.jsp </p> <p>Volunteering is great for many reasons: 1) It looks great when applying for employment or colleges 2) You can experience a variety of different career fields without making a time investment because many opportunities are short-term (and some as few as 1 day). </p> <p>You can find opportunities for marketing, customer service, inventory management, general labor, sales, and many others that may help you find something you enjoy. </p> </s>

<s> [INST] What is the best way to get financial aid? I'm asking this question because I am looking for the best ways to pay for my college degree and want to maximize my time and effort when applying to scholarships. #scholarships #financial-aid Keywords: scholarships, aid, college, financial, inst[/INST] Start with your high school counselor. Visit them often. </s>

<s> [INST] what course should i take to do LLB in B.com i writte my 2nd puc examination, waiting for the result #tech #soccer #teach #legal #unity3d #commercials #e-commerce #junit Keywords: llb, examination, teach, commerce, puc[/INST] <p>you are eligible to pursue LLB course after the completion of your 12th standard/PUC. To join in LLB course, you should appear for CLAT(Common Law Admission Test ). If you can qualify CLAT exam, then you are eligible to get admission in LLB Undergraduate courses like BA LLB, B.Sc LLB, B Com LLB, BBA LLB, etc. These are five year integrated LAW courses, which you can do after the completion of your Pre-university.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What is better as an intended minor to help increase the amount of experience for a marketing job. I want to be able to get the best real life experience for a career in marketing to be able to grow quickly. #marketing #customer-experience #college-minor Keywords: minor, marketing, experience, career, college[/INST] <p>Hello! </p><p><br></p><p>Great question! This can totally depend on the type of Marketing you'd like to go into. If you're thinking more along the lines of Advertising / communications type marketing, I'd definitely recommend Communications minor. If you're thinking you'd like to do Marketing Sales, it may not hurt to have some sort of finance skills in your pocket as well. You just need to determine where you see yourself in Marketing and go from there! </p> </s>

<s> [INST] Do I need to memorize geometry and calculus for tech jobs? Hi I'm a high school student in sactown and I need to decide what to do about my math classes. I asked a question here before about whether you use math in your job in tech and got alot of really helpful advice. Thank you for everyone who answered my question. Now I want to ask more specifically about geometry and calculus. I'm trying to do my best with as much math as possible, but I'm wondering if I really need to memorize all of these proofs and theorems and concepts if I want to work in tech. I think algebra may be useful to remember, but what about calculus? Do you use it? If not, what math do you actually need, so I can focus on those and spend the rest of my time doing other things I need to get done for classes or my part time job. #technology #software #programming #math #tech Keywords: memorize, calculus, math, tech, geometry[/INST] <p>You don't need to memorize calculus and geometry, you need to understand them. Unfortunately schools have to focus on the process and lose the qualitative understanding. If you think of a derivative as the rate of change and then understand that the second derivative is rate of change of the rate of change you can see where it is useful in things like the stock market. If you go into game development understanding geometry and physics becomes part of how you build games and will eventually be second nature.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Given that they are used in a constructive manner, how much does having social media (such as Facebook, Instagram, etc...) improve your chances of receiving scholarships? I have been applying for the scholarships that students qualify for in their junior year of high school, and many of them ask you to post statements to your social media to improve your chances of receiving the scholarship. I do not have social media accounts and was wondering if making these accounts for the purpose mentioned above improve my chances or are they looking for active usage of these accounts? #college #students #scholarship #graduates #committees #enrollment #officials Keywords: instagram, scholarships, facebook, scholarship, accounts[/INST] Hi Martina, I would be careful about these types of scholarships. There's nothing wrong with using social media in a constructive way, but the way you are describing this looks like more of a contest than a true scholarship. In general, a scholarship requires you to have some achievement or qualification to apply or to be considered. For example, if you are an athlete, have a high GPA and/or answer essay questions. If you are being asked to post things to social media to improve your chances of winning, then what you are describing is a social media contest. I know this is something you probably don't want to think about, but the money you receive from a scholarship vs. a social media contest are treated differently when you or your parents file taxes. Whatever contest or scholarship you enter or apply to, make sure you read all the rules. I found this site that lists some interesting opportunities for students: https://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships/articles/scholarships-for-average-students </s>

<s> [INST] How can I tell my parents that I do not want a career in the medical field? I am Nigerian and all I have ever heard from my mom is that I should be a BSN or pharmacy. To please her, and to avoid conflict, I enrolled in college for nursing. I was unhappy. It took a while for me to gather my courage and change my major to biology. I did not inform them of the change so when they found out, they were very upset and are still upset. I don't know how to tell them that nursing is not where I see myself in the future. I may be in college a bit longer than others, but I am now very happy with my choice. #biology #counselor #parent-communication Keywords: nursing, parents, college, counselor, parent[/INST] <p>I think you need to explain to them the advantages of your new career. Try to convince them that it is as good or better than nursing.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How would I go about becoming a nurse? I am a 9th grader at City High. I think I want to be become a nurse but am not sure yet. I just need some other opinions to help me out. What do i need to do to become a nurse? #nursing #medical #courses #colllege Keywords: nursing, nurse, medical, courses, 9th[/INST] <p>Hi Krysta!</p> <p>Here is a site that will tell you much about nursing:</p> <p>http://www.collegeamerica.edu/blog/why-would-i-want-to-be-a-nurse</p> <p>Also, go to your local community college and arrange to talk to graduates of their program. Starting at a community college is a great economical way to begin your education. </p> <p>Also talk to you school counselor about participating in coop, internship, volunteer, and shadowing programs that might be available.</p> <p>Send thank you notes to those who help you. Please keep me posted as I would like to know how you are doing. Best of luck.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Psycology Compensation How much can neuroscience and psychology major related jobs pay? #psychology #clinical-psychology #neuroscience #neurology Keywords: compensation, neuroscience, psycology, psychology, pay[/INST] <p>Pay for psychologists vary widely. A Ph.D. clinical psychologist working in a Veterans Hospital can earn $100,000 per year. In a private practice, the earnings can vary from $100 per hour up to $300 per hour depending on the clientele and the location. A professor at a university working in neuroscience can earn a professor salary and do consulting on the side for extra earnings. Some neuropsychologist perform advanced neuropsychological tests to diagnose brain or related problems. These experts can earn a few thousand dollars per evaluation depending upon the purpose and the client.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Where is a nice and convenient location for a young immigration lawyer to get his career started? Once completing college and law school I would like to become an immigration lawyer and jump start my career immediately. I am a very good Spanish speaker and would like to broaden my language spectrum but i would start out with Hispanic immigrants. #lawyers Keywords: lawyers, lawyer, immigration, hispanic, immigrants[/INST] Hi Carl! There are many organizations that work with Hispanic Immigrants - here are two that come to mind in Texas http://www.trla.org/job-opportunities https://www.raicestexas.org/pages/jobs Hope this helps! Kim </s>

<s> [INST] What was your first job in the game development industry? Please share your experiences--the good, the bad, the ugly, all of it--with me. Hello. I am an aspiring Game Designer/Developer who's attending college to get my Bachelor's Degree. I was just wondering to all the veterans and professionals in the Game Development world, what was your first job title working in the industry? Did you like it? Was it memorable? What game play mechanics are your personal favorites? What would you say was your greatest challenge? Finally, what was your best success? Please share. Thank you and keep creating! #video-games #computer-games #video-game-design #game-design #game-development #professional-development #challenges #successes Keywords: developer, games, aspiring, designer, creating[/INST] <p>My first job in the industry was as a dialogue writer for kid games. The studio did lots of contract work for Disney and Hasbro. I had applied for a game designer position, but they called me back about being a writer because my degree was in film and video production and they hoped I had experience writing scripts and dialogue. I jumped at the chance and within a week I was asked to write a proposal for a game Hasbro was pitching. A week or so later the founder of our studio came to my desk and threw a folder down on it. He said, "It was your idea, you design it." From there, I was lead designer on six titles for that studio.</p> <p>The experience was great because the studio was small enough to have a flat organization. Anyone could talk to anyone. Everyone contributed. Many of those early games were 2D with animated sprites. The kids chose learning activities from a central hub menu. So I spent much of my time designing activities more than mechanics per se. But I got to work closely with all aspects of the production: programming, art, audio, etc. There is much to be said for working for a small to medium sized studio when you start. In the big boys, you're just a cog in the machine.</p> <p>Almost 20 years later, I spend more of my creative time working on tabletop games. There, the mechanics are king and the rest is just window dressing. I've been focused on cooperative games that can be played by a family. That way, helping younger players is in your best interest and is built into the structure of the game. My favorite mechanics are randomized boards (so each play is always different), resource management, and, when I'm playing with grown-ups, hidden traitors.</p> <p>I hope this helps. Remember, you never know which opportunity is going to be the one that breaks the doors down. Be ready for when it happens.</p> <p>--Kevin</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Is there a way I can combine my interest in business with my interest in engineering? Hello, my name is James and I am a senior who will be attending Dartmouth College in the fall. I am in love with math and every year do extremely well with my math class. I also love working with labs and finding new discoveries that proves many theories right or wrong. However, outside of school, I help my Coach sell tickets for games and one time sold all of his unlimited shirts for 20 dollars each. I really do what I want to share my love for marketing, math, and science. If there is anyone who can give me advice then it will be extremely helpful. #business #engineering #engineer Keywords: engineering, engineer, business, sell, combine[/INST] <p>I would strongly recommend that you take a macro economics class in college ASAP. This will give you a taste of what a real business position would entail. If you love this class, then don't even stress about what you will do in the future - there are so many jobs that are more a mix of business and engineering than there are pure technical engineering. In fact, as you climb higher and higher on the company ladder, you will be doing more commercial than technical. </p> </s>

<s> [INST] Is "return offer" the major way of getting a job offer after graduation? Hi! I am planning to apply to a graduate program in UX/HCI, and work as a UX designer after graduation. There are 1-year programs in some graduate schools, but my concern is that if they do not help much in job seeking. My friends told me if I join a 1-year program, I would not have the chance to do an intern before graduation, so I won't have a "return offer" from the IT/Internet companies. Do the graduate Master students mainly get jobs in the IT/Internet industry through "return offers"? Thanks. #technology #IT #internet #user-experience #return-offer #user-interface-design #user-experience-design Keywords: graduate, intern, graduation, major, return[/INST] Hi Kathryn, Good question. Each masters program is different. Usually good programs will have some sort of program to connect students to potential employers. Some have job fairs and recruiting days. More innovative programs will actually have classes partnered with companies. In these classes student will work on real world problems for a company and get unique networking opportunities. Internships are a great way to get a potential offer at a company. Interns do have better offer rates vs the general pool at most companies. That being said, each program will do things differently. For 1 year masters programs, you may able to intern during the semester or in the summer. Also schools like Northeastern actually have the internship/co-op as part of their curriculum. There is no general method of employment for masters students. However, if you can find internship/co-op opportunities, I do highly recommend doing them. </s>

<s> [INST] How do you maintain a balance between doing what you love and making sure you are making a good amount of money? I am a high school senior and even though I do not know what career I wish to pursue, I want to make sure that I am doing something I love, while still being able to comfortably support myself. I guess I would just love to hear different perspectives on your career and how you keep the balance between both things. #career #money #income #interests #passions #balance Keywords: career, balance, money, interests, passions[/INST] <p>This is a huge topic for me. I think about this a lot. How much money is enough for you? I was recently reading an article about this survey on happiness related to income. The happiest people were the one with median income around $70k. Crazy right? I want to give you something to reflect on and I'll go a little metaphysic here: ask yourself what is the value of money? It's a rectangular piece of paper that for convenience we decided is worth $$$. The same piece of paper though can be worth $100 or $1. Society speculates on that so in certain part of the world they are able to charge x10 for the same raw material. Going back to my initial question, how much money is enough to be happy? Today may be enough to buy a new pair of shoes and treat your loved ones to dinner. Tomorrow is to buy a new watch, then a car, a home and a new and better car etc. My advice to you is make sure you love what you do, if you are good at it money will come. And when money will come, keep asking yourself: am I still happy? I'm planning to leave this world with a big smile on my face and just few coins to pay the trip in my pocket.</p> </s>

<s> [INST] What specific steps should I be taking to ensure that I can get involved in a traveling nurse program? I am very interested in becoming a nurse and helping people. I would like to travel to areas not as privileged and help people who need it the most. I would also love the experience of traveling around the world. #doctor #nursing #medical #travel #humanitarian #travel-nursing #nurse #medicine #healthcare Keywords: traveling, nursing, travel, nurse, healthcare[/INST] First receive your BSN. Minoring in global diseases or such would be ideal. I would recommend performing community service in underprivileged areas. Once you graduate you can contact travel nurse agencies and they will respond. </s>

<s> [INST] What can I do with a communications major? Communications is a wide major and I would like to know specifically what goes into it and what jobs I can get with it. #communications Keywords: communications, major, jobs, inst, wide[/INST] Hello Caroline, It is true Communication is a wide major, which I believe is what makes the major so great! It allows you to leverage your strongest communication styles and apply them to an emphasis that is most interesting to you. I graduated with a degree in Communication with an emphasis in Public Relations. I chose Public Relations because it was interesting to learn the concept and apply it to past and current media, public figures and businesses. I identified my interest when I took a Crisis Communication course. There are so many different courses you can take to fulfill your degree requirements. Of course, it all depends on what your University will offer, but I got to explore News Article Writing, Reporting, and even Speech writing courses. Upon graduation, I decided not to pursue a Public Relations career. However, I was presented with a variety of career paths to pursue. Communication is crucial in any career, so although I am not working at a Public Relations agency what I have learned from my degree has benefited my career development. Hope this helps! </s>

<s> [INST] How would you characterize an average day at your job and how is sustainability integrated into your job as an engineer? Since the start of my high school career I have dreamed of becoming an engineer. I will thrive to major as an engineer because I know that engineers work to solve global problems such as world hunger, clean water, protecting the environment and improving the quality of everyday life. Now that the time is right around the corner, I have a question for all of the engineers out there. #engineering #engineer #mechanical-engineering #civil-engineering #english #software-engineering #industrial-engineering Keywords: sustainability, engineer, engineers, engineering, environment[/INST] <p>It all depends on what area you decide to work in. As an industrial engineer, I have worked in multiple sectors of industry, which keeps my career fresh and reduces the chances of me becoming bored. With industrial engineering as my major, I have worked in freight transportation and logistics, public sector/state government finance, public sector mass transit and retail logistics.</p><p><br></p><p>An average day for me includes coming in to the office to lead and participate in meetings about software systems or business processes. These software systems and business processes impact how quickly and costly cell phones get transported from manufacturers to our warehouses/distribution centers and to stores/customers. All of the meetings are team based, and projects are only successful if the team works together. I think it is way too easy to get stuck in the office, so it is critical for engineers to go out and look, and to see what conditions look like in reality</p><p><br></p><p>With regard to sustainability, it is present everywhere. As an industrial engineer, a common goal is to lower costs and eliminate/reduce waste. Energy costs are big in certain types of industries, and energy savings are great for a company's bottom line, as well as the environment. </p><p><br></p><p>Best of luck to you!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How do I major and minor The main degree I’m going for is digital graphic design but I want to minor in something business related, maybe just take one or 2 classes to get to knowledge on the business field. #could-i-study-abroad-while-minoring-in-psychology? Keywords: major, degree, minoring, minor, study[/INST] Every educational institution has its own rules about the number of credit hours for a minor. It’s usually a minimum of 12 course credits (generally 3 corses) to 18 course credits. So, what you need to do, once enrolled as a freshman, is to have a conversation with your college advisor. I would recommend a course in marketing and accounting and finance - all of which should provide you with practical insights into the world of business. Your choice of a minor is a good one! </s>

<s> [INST] Is there a program where you can obtain your M.A in psychology in only one year? I have heard from a few people that there is now a program where you can obtain your Masters in Psychology in just two semesters. However, I am unsure whether this option exists. I have currently been going to school for a while now, far too long than expected. It would be absolutely amazing to do this program if it does exits. I certainly can go to my advisor and talk to her about it but I figured maybe I can get a response off of this. Someone please let me know! #graduate-school #masters Keywords: masters, semesters, graduate, psychology, advisor[/INST] <p>Hi Mitchel,</p> <p>The Department of Psychological &amp; Brain Sciences offers a one-year, eight-course program of study leading to the MA in Psychology that provides the flexibility to pursue a variety of areas in psychology, building on a common foundation of scientific methodologies. A particular strength of the program is in examining the application of psychology to various behavioral, cognitive, and societal issues. Most graduate-level courses offered by the department are open to MA students and all faculty are available for academic supervision. Faculty are actively engaged in psychological research, which provides ample opportunity for students to participate in ongoing projects.</p> <p>The MA Program in Psychology attracts a widely diverse student body; in our recent classes, students have come from academic backgrounds ranging from the humanities to the physical sciences. It also attracts a large number of students from abroad as well as from various regions of the country. Boston University offers a supportive and stimulating environment for study.</p> <p>Degree Requirements</p> <p>Candidates for the MA in Psychology must complete a minimum of eight four-credit semester courses. Three of these courses are required: the Proseminar (PS 704); a course in quantitative methods; and a directed study (PS 901/2) in which students work with a faculty supervisor and undertake an independent project. In addition, students must fulfill the comprehensive requirement by taking a minimum of one course from two of the four programmatic knowledge areas (please see the Graduate Student Handbook).</p> <p>Read all the document in: https://www.bu.edu/psych/graduate/masters/</p> <p>Good luck!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] Pediatrics I'm a junior in high school and I'm wondering what are some things that I should do right now that I'm in high school that can help me. And If volunteering at Kaiser will help. #doctor #pediatrics #pediatrician #medical-field Keywords: pediatrics, pediatrician, medical, volunteering, doctor[/INST] <p>Hi Dora,</p> <p>Volunteering at Kaiser would definitely help and look good on your application to medical schools. It demonstrates that you have experience in the hospital environment. Since you are still in high school, you should focus on getting into an undergraduate program first. I would recommend attending a university that has a medical school, or is connected with one. Going to a university that has a good science program would also help since the MCAT (exam for medical school applicants) has about 4 sections of sciences. While in college, try finding internship opportunities in the hospital, and in research. </p> <p>I was a pre-medical student at one point, but decided to switch to pharma industry towards my last year of college. I have friends, and my sister is in medical school.</p> <p>Best, Herman</p> </s>

<s> [INST] On average how much do lawyers make a year in California? I would like to know this because I am interested in law. #law Keywords: lawyers, average, california, law, inst[/INST] <p>Hi Matthew! Great to see you preparing for your future by doing career research. Keep exploring questions related to being a lawyer and I'm sure you'll learn a lot of the things you need to know to be successful. For this question, I'm happy to say that we've got the answer for you here: https://careervillage.org/questions/83/how-much-money-does-a-lawyer-make</p> <p>Time for you to ask your next question! Search for "lawyer" on CareerVillage.org to get more ideas, or ask a new question about becoming a lawyer. (Maybe try to ask questions that can help you figure out what kind of lawyer you want to be, or tell us a little more about why you're interested in being a lawyer and where you got the idea from). Also, don't forget to add more topics to your question (include "law", "lawyer", "legal-issues", etc.) </p> </s>

<s> [INST] What is the best foreign language to learn in college? I know a lot of companies are looking for dual language graduates; which would be the most worthwhile to learn? #college #jobs #foreign-languages Keywords: languages, language, foreign, college, dual[/INST] <p>Hi,</p><p>There isn't really a right answer for that one. You should consider how you want to use your foreign language in the future, where you want to live, and also if your college has a decent program in the language or not. Try sampling a few languages in free online courses to get an idea of what clicks for you. Good luck in your studies!</p> </s>

<s> [INST] How do I become a doctor? I'd love to become a doctor and study science but don't know what the career path looks like. To achieve my ambition what are the skills required? While studying can I do to prepare beforehand? What books should I read in-order to achieve my ambition and which colleges should I apply to in-order to achieve my ambition? #doctor #educator #career #hospital-and-health-care #college #career-counseling Keywords: doctor, career, college, studying, colleges[/INST] Hi Deepa, What a wonderfully ambitious career choice. Let me start out by saying, YOU CAN DO IT. You're going to want to remind yourself of this very true and important slice of encouragement throughout your many years of schooling. If you have yet to begin your undergraduate degree, choose a major in the sciences (biology, chemistry, nursing, psychology, etc.) Whatever major you choose, make sure you take at least 6-8 courses in physical and social sciences. Taking these courses in your undergrad will eliminate the need to take them as prerequisites during your masters program. Also, tell your academic advisor about your goal of going to medical school as soon as you meet him/her. After you finish your 4-year undergraduate degree, you will need to complete a masters degree. There are some pre-med programs out there that essentially segue you into medical school, but if you can't find one near you, you can certainly major in a science for your masters. A lot of students who know they are applying to med school major in biology. If you choose to major in nursing for your undergraduate degree, you can complete an MSN (master of nursing) degree program. This will also allow you to apply as a nurse practitioner if you decide that full-on medical school is no longer your ultimate goal. Nurse practitioners make excellent money and are currently in high demand because of the shortage in primary care physicians (in the U.S.). During the last several months of your masters program, start studying for the MCAT exam. This is the medical school entrance exam. Connect with med school admissions counselors and they will help walk you through the process. They will alert you to any prerequisites you may not have covered that you will need to take prior to being fully admitted. Once you start medical school, your primary years will be semi-reflective of your previous education in the sense that there will be classes and textbooks and papers, etc. Then, you will move onto your rotations and residency. This is when you finally start practicing medicine on real patients. Do know that residencies last multiple years. After you successfully complete your residency, you finally become an attending medical doctor. Despite the extensive education, we need people like yourself ready to take on the incredible task of saving lives! Good luck! </s>

<s> [INST] How will I benefit from studying abroad? Studying abroad seems helpful when taking language classes but if I'm studying literature will I benefit from visiting other countries. #study-abroad Keywords: abroad, studying, study, benefit, visiting[/INST] <p>Yes! Literature especially. You will be exposed to a lot of history and will be able to see where writers found their inspiration. Studying abroad enables you to learn so much about yourself and to reflect on your culture and traditions. There are endless opportunities and places to see; I would seek out educational programs and locations that interest you. </p> </s>

<s> [INST] As a nurse, when in your career, and how did you deal with the first patient that passed away? How or did this impact how you cared for patients afterwards? I want to be a nurse, more specifically, I want to work with sick children. I want to make them smile even when they do not feel like it. I want to be a comforting presence to them when they are scared or in pain. I am even thinking I want to work with children who are in treatment for Cancer. #nursing #nurse #registered-nurses #pediatrics #nurse-practitioner #icu-nurse #hospice-nurse Keywords: nursing, nurses, nurse, hospice, patients[/INST] <p>I have been a nurse for 2 years and, before that, was a CNA for 10. My first death experience happened the first time I stepped on a nursing floor as a CNA. Since then, I've dealt with the deaths of many beloved residents and many patients. Death is scary when you start in nursing. As a society, we don't discuss death or our wishes towards the end of our lives. My experiences have really shaped how I approach patients and families, especially near end of life. I now work in ICU, so death is usually knocking for our patients. Regardless of the decision to continue intensive care or to transition to comfort measures, I always treat my patient and their family like they are my own. The biggest struggle I see is family members having to decide whether or not to withdraw care. This is when compassion and education is pivotal. Recognizing and acknowledging the patient or family's struggle helps validate their experiences and education helps them make an informed decision. The last thing I like to do is to expand the care team to include palliative care and spiritual care. I know I may not have all the answers or even the time to attend to the needs of my patient or their family. Palliative care is a great resource to educate on how care progresses with comfort measures. Spiritual care helps ease the spiritual crises patients and families feel, even if they are not religious (I personally feel chaplains are our most underutilized resource).</p><p><br></p><p>Death is a scary thing for our patients and their family, but through compassion and education we can help ease the decision burden. Early discussions on patient wishes is crucial to ensure they understand what "do everything" means and to meet their care and life goals. Utilization of your resources is also helpful and can help patients and their family understand their options and come to peace with their decisions. </p><p><br></p><p>I hope this helps! </p> </s>