Opinion Column: Why High-Schoolers Should Have a Job
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Some of the soft skills I have learned at my job at Went Show Goats are communication, teamwork, leadership, time management and problem solving. Some of the hard skills that I have learned at my part time job are animal management, nutritional needs of animals, and how to work with others on a daily basis.
Having a part time job can also help students financially in the future. They can use this money to put toward college, and they can learn how to finance their money from a young age. This will help any student be successful.
Networking with others has been the most important benefit for me because I have met so many people from my part-time job. Not only have these peers taught me so much, but I know that they would be more than willing to help me in the future if needed. I have met so many people from my part time job that have already helped me be successful.
All in all, having a part-time job has already benefitted me in so many ways, and I know it would benefit other high school students too. I know my job is something I will be thankful for in the future.