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Five Things to Know to Succeed in an Interview
Finding a job can be difficult. According to Zippia, a job search website, an individual will, on average, get one interview for every six applications they complete. So, when you get an interview, it is important to be prepared. “Preparing for an interview is one of the major components of TeenQuest’s pre-employment training,” says James […]
Read MoreFuture Entrepreneurs: YQ Biz Kicks off for YouthQuest High School Students
Once again, YouthQuest is participating in YQ Biz in conjunction with Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) and Youth Entrepreneurial Institute (YEI). The program, which has evolved over the years, allows students to create and run businesses over the course of the school year, selling real products and making actual money. “YQ Biz is a great […]
Read MoreNational Scholarship Month: Local Scholarship Students Can Take Advantage Of
Did you know that November is National Scholarship Month? The month aims to build awareness of scholarships and celebrate the common goal of getting students to and through college. There is a significant need for scholarships to help students attend school. According to Think Impact, a free source for education and career-related statistics, in 2020, […]
Read MoreYouthQuest Highlights: September 2021
Let’s Party Southwestern Classical Academy hosted a block party to connect with families and the community surrounding the school. There was fresh food given out to families, experts on hand with healthy tips, games, vendors and community partners sharing important information. Students and families had a great time hanging out and connecting with each other. […]
Read MoreOn the Job: Destiny Huffman
TeenQuest graduate Destiny Huffman is working two part-time jobs as she finishes up her bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus on marketing at Baker College. She is currently working in sales at Barnes & Noble and Experience Community Threads as a manager. “After I graduate, I plan on looking for a full-time position […]
Read MoreThinking of going off to college? Consider staying local
Deciding where to go to college can be a difficult choice. There are a lot of factors to consider including programs, size and location – a big factor for a lot of collegegoers lately. According to EconoFact, 56.2 percent of public four-year college students attend an institution under an hour’s drive away. There are several […]
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