Category: Educators
TeenLife’s Guide to Finding Jobs & Internships
Whether you want to explore a career path, learn a new skill or simply make money for college, getting a job or internship is really encouraged for today’s teens. That’s why we’re so excited to publish this year’s extensive Guide to Finding Jobs & Internships. With more than 24 pages of recommendations, no topics is [...]
12 Tips for Real World Success
Here are some easy ways to achieve real world success 1. Find your passion and follow it 2. Ask a million questions 3. Read everything you can 4. Meet all kinds of people 5. Fill your address book 6. Stay in touch with everyone (in person as well as on social [...]
Where Does a Parent Fit in the Admissions Process?
“Well,” says Randi M. parent of a college freshman who was accepted into the school of her dreams, “My husband and I didn’t have any preconceived notion about where we wanted our child to go, so it really was up to her. The only thing I did was to set the agenda to visit the [...]
21st Century Skills for the Real World
What are the “21st Century Skills” you need to succeed in the real world? Communication Listening and asking—being interested and showing it. Networking Who you know is just as important as what you know. People Skills 70% of people lose jobs because they can’t get along with their boss or coworkers. Learn how to get [...]
What is College Life Like?
Every college life experience is different, but generally you’ll have more of two things: responsibility and freedom. You’ll have a great deal of flexibility with your schedule, social life, and adult responsibilities, but you will be accountable for handling everything at once. You must get to class, do your work, and completely live on your [...]
TeenLife’s “Sail Away Summer” Contest
TeenLife is excited to announce its “Sail Away Summer” Contest! One lucky teen age 13-18 will win the summer sailing experience of a lifetime provided by Sail Caribbean. Our teen winner will join a crew of students on a co-ed sailing voyage aboard a 46’-50’ yacht in the beautiful British Virgin Islands. This 14- to [...]