Florida Man Applies to 60 Entry-level Jobs, Gets 1 Interview
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What jobs do Botany majors get after college?
Comments (40)First, I disagree with all the pessimism about careers in botany. I agree that botany is a somewhat generic term that can encompass a wide range of knowledge and skill sets. But that's the great thing about a botany degree - it can send you off a number of different paths where you can gain more experience to improve your qualifications. Botany majors can work in a wide variety of jobs ranging from positions in agriculture, horticulture, plant science research, biotechnology, conservation, environmental education and others. In agriculture, botanists are in pretty high demand in lab settings with large agribusinesses like Monsanto to work in the development of seeds and other plant products. In horticulture and agriculture, botany majors can also work in field settings in the propagation and management of plants. There are also a large number of entry-level lab technician jobs working for researchers in institutional settings - primarily academic settings. And if you're willing to pursue an advanced degree, you can work as a lead researcher. There are also a lot of botany jobs doing environmental education - from entry level naturalist jobs working with camps and school groups to more advanced jobs working in a formal school or institutional setting. In conservation, botanists are in super high demand with consulting firms doing plant survey and wetland delineations to help clients get permits for construction projects. Botanists are also employed by government agencies and non-profits working to protect important ecological areas. Really, botany is a great major for working in a wide variety of industries because it involves a highly specialized knowledge set that is in demand. I agree that the pay may not be as high as engineering, medicine, or other science-based professionals. But as you move up the ladder, you can definitely earn over $100K /year - especially in the private sector but also if you have an advanced degree and you work in an academic setting or you work for a government agency. To get more information, I would recommend looking at botany job boards to see firsthand the botany jobs that are being advertised by employers. For example see botany jobs here and see more examples here. Another valuable step is to follow up with botanists in different industries to set up informational interviews. They might even let you watch them for a couple of hours on the job. This will give a you a great sense of what botanists actually do in different industries and will give you a better idea of where you would be happiest working....See MoreJob Interview Dress for DS
Comments (20)UPDATE!! But first . . . DS has a very expensive, beautifully tailored suit that he wore to my sister's wedding seven years ago. It's still fits him great but looks just awful on him. I felt so sorry for him at the wedding because he just looked miserable. I had him try it on recently and his shoulders were scrunched up and chest puffed out. I told him to relax and he said he was relaxed! He feels so uncomfortable and not at ease so he doesn't hold himself right. So I went with Lynn's suggestion. For his second interview he wore a brown tweed sports coat with suede elbow patches, a blue gingham shirt, NO TIE, olive chinos and brown dress shoes. He was so comfortable and confident looking! Anway he had his second interview yesterday and they hired him on the spot!! First job interview and bam! I'm so proud of him. He's so personable and smart I should have known it would have worked out that way. As he was leaving, he jokingly asked if he was dressed okay. They said they loved it and that he looked like a liberal arts college professor. He said that he almost wore a tie and one of the interviewers said that would have been a big mistake because that would have indicated that he was out of touch with Austin culture - something very important to the store. So I guess "dress for the job you're applying for" held true in this instance. This job will be just perfect for him because he's going to graduate school in the Fall and they are willing to be flexible with his schedule....See MoreWhat job(s) have you held?
Comments (45)Babysat in my teens Worked Saturdays at a bakery in my teens Worked in a day care home in my teens Worked in a pharmacy in my teens Worked for my father's business in my first year of college Worked at a bookstore during vacations while in college Worked at the campus day care center while in college Worked in retail after college Worked for my FIL when my children were babies and I could take them with me. Worked shortly for Albertsons while their workers were on strike. Finally, FINALLY, I found my calling when youngest child was 3. I applied for a teaching position at her preschool and, almost 10 years later, I'm still there. I love my job! I also work a couple of nights a week in retail. Sheryl...See MoreEntry mirror: “center at eye level”- still too high?
Comments (88)Working with the two items you have, the mirror and table, I think the height is fine. What is making it look awkward is the fact that you have nothing on the table that can fill the gap between the tabletop and mirror. Try an orchid in a nice planter or basket, it will help to blend the two together, then add a couple of your favorite small tchotckes (don't over do it though, you could even lay two favorite hardback books with bindings facing out), it will be a beautiful greeting to all who see it! You're on the right track!f Life is better because of the beauty we find in it!...See MoreSEA SEA
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