It’s hard to make career decisions in high school, especially with all the misconceptions about the process. Thinking about the future is difficult enough, so we made a list of five common misconceptions about career choice we hear at True Compass. Knowing what to look out for will make your life easier when it comes to making your decision. Misconception #1: Career choice is one and done Students often think careers are a one and done choice, but they’re not. As students sta

Choosing a path for post-graduation life is often one of the most challenging experiences a student goes through in high school, but why? I recently read “How to Be Everything,” a book that deals with the myth that people have one true calling in life. It got me thinking about how much high school students struggle to make career decisions, and why that is. I wanted to create a guide for parents, one that addressed why students struggle so much and how you can help your stude

Junior year is winding down, and while it might be tempting to coast into summer, this is actually the perfect time to get a head start on senior year. The work you put in now can make your final year of high school smoother, less stressful, and more exciting as you prepare for college, career, and life after graduation. Here are 10 smart ways to get ahead this summer: 1. Visit Colleges In Person or Virtually Summer is a great time to schedule college visits. While campuses m

The issue isn’t that students don’t want guidance. They absolutely do. The problem is that most online career quizzes oversimplify something that is far more complex.