https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2 You have the power to create your own future! By: Annika Hudson en-us 2018-02-19 19:22:57 UTC 2025-11-13 07:46:21 UTC hello@padlet.com hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233033048 -There are 12 military branches to choose from, this allows you to make this experience specific to your interests & skills. 
-You can register to be part-time or full-time.
-A recruit will be there to assist you through the joining/training process.
-In first the two years of serving, you can expect to earn either anywhere from $28, 976-$44,159.
-You can use the GI Bill if you decide to go to a 4-year college.
-Health care are also provided. 
-Ensures employment & job security. 
-You can make a real difference in the world.]]> 2018-02-19 19:25:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233033048 hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233037290 -This is the fast track to well paying career.
-More affordable than college tuition. 
-These schools focuses on skills that will allow students to grow professionally with high quality skills. 
-If you decide to go to a 4-year college some of the credits from trade school with transfer over. 
-You can apply for grants to help with the cost of the programs. 
-There are 300 vocational schools to choose from. 
-Students will earn either an associates degree, certificate, or license once courses are completed. ]]> 2018-02-19 19:38:43 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233037290 hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233040622 -Embrace this time to learn about yourself through volunteer work and travel. 
-Allows time to explore areas that give you passion so that when you are ready for school you will have a better idea of what you want to do. 
-You will enter college more focused and mature to start classes. 
-This is a time to learn things that you did not learn in school.
-If you get into a 4-year college you are typically able to defer for a year. 
-There are tons of affordable options like: AmeriCorps, Habitat for Humanity, World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farm, Global Routes, etc. 
-Colleges welcome these new learned experiences to add to the culture of the school. 
-You are less likely to get homesick after your gap year due to this time away from home. 
- I took a gap year and it was the best thing I ever did for myself. I grew so much as an individual in that year. ]]> 2018-02-19 19:50:57 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233040622 hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233043588 -There are numerous options to choose from like a barista, retail, nanny, etc.
-You will learn about customer service, budgeting, and how to balance life and work. 
-You will be able to build up your savings. 
-If you are living at home, you can begin to build an adult relationship with your parents. ]]> 2018-02-19 20:01:15 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233043588 hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233043625 -Saves you a lot of money and you still receive a great education!
-Makes the transition in to college much easier and less overwhelming.
-This experience eases you into more responsibilities. 
-Allows time for you to try explore different things as you discover your interests and potential career path.
-You are very marketable once you earn your associates. 
-Careers like web developer, nuclear technician, engineering technician, etc. all only require an associates.  Salaries could range anywhere from $60,000-$120,000.

]]> 2018-02-19 20:01:24 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233043625 hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233043843 -You can earn a high income with this career, close to $42,000 a year.
-With this career your hard work will pay off, literally. 
-You can set your own hours (usually), and have a home-base.
- ]]> 2018-02-19 20:02:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233043843 hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233043958 -Receive compensation and benefit packages.
-You will receive salary increases. 
-You will get health, dental, life, and vision insurance.
-Basic operational knowledge and leadership skills.
-Great exercise.
-You will receive holidays off and annual annual/sick leave. 
 ]]> 2018-02-19 20:02:27 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233043958 hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233044131 -You get to be your own boss!
-With technology it is much easier to start a business because it an all be online.
-It is easy to educate yourself these days about how to start a successful business. Such resources can be found online or at a book store.
-You will learn valuable lessons through this journey.
-You will be able to be creative and determined.
-You will be making your dreams come true.
-There are outlets for you to reach out to to help you, such as Shark Tank.


]]> 2018-02-19 20:03:04 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233044131 hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233044218 -This skill can lead you to going to an academy. 
-Follow your passion, whether that is painting, music, sculpting, etc. 
-Doing what you love and what makes you happy.
-Surrounding yourself with similar creative minds. 
-Strengthening your skills.
-Learning how to network and collaborate with others.
-New adventures to help you grow as an individual.
-The competition will make you a strong and more resilient person.  

]]> 2018-02-19 20:03:28 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233044218 hudson_annika10 https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233044244 -You can really explore your creativity by using your hands and mind together. 
-The program tends to take less than a year complete. 
-It is affordable. 
-You get to meet a whole array of people everyday. 
-You will leave school as a professional stylist and be able to start your career right away.]]> 2018-02-19 20:03:34 UTC https://padlet.com/hudson_annika10/38o759a0iru2/wish/233044244