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What If You Love Being Creative, but Don’t Want to Be an Artist
Do you enjoy coming up with new ideas, designing things, solving problems, or finding creative ways to express yourself? Maybe you love decorating, technology, fashion, photography, writing, or creating something from scratch. You enjoy using your imagination, but you don’t necessarily see yourself becoming a painter, sculptor, or professional artist. Here’s some good news: You…
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10 Careers for Students Who Love Working Outdoors
Not every student envisions their future behind a desk. Some thrive when they’re outdoors, moving around, working with their hands, or engaging with nature. For teens who enjoy being outside, there are plenty of career paths that can turn that passion into a fulfilling job. Opportunities exist in science, environmental conservation, agriculture, construction, recreation, public…
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What If You Love Fashion but Don’t Want to Be a Fashion Designer?
Do you love fashion, follow the latest trends, or enjoy putting together stylish outfits? Maybe you’re interested in clothing, shoes, accessories, or the business behind your favorite brands. But what if you love fashion and don’t want to become a fashion designer? The good news is that there are many careers in fashion that don’t…
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How to Help Your Teen Choose a High School That Fits Their Interests
Helping your teen choose the right high school that fits their interests can be a daunting task. Parents may focus on test scores, graduation rates, school rankings, or reputation, and those factors can matter. But there’s another important question to ask: Which high school will give my teen the best opportunities to learn, grow, and…
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How to Help Your Teen Write a Resume With No Experience
Your teen is ready to apply for a first job, summer internship, or volunteer opportunity, but they have never had a job before. What should they put on a resume? The good news is that teens do not need previous employment to create a strong first resume. School projects, extracurricular activities, volunteer work, and personal…
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10 Life Skills Every Teen Should Develop Before Graduation
Graduation is an exciting milestone, but preparing for life after high school involves more than earning good grades. Whether your teen plans to attend college, enter a career, join the military, attend trade school, or take another path, they will need practical skills to navigate everyday life. Can your teen manage their time, communicate with…